The Government of India has launched Phase 2 of the PM Internship Scheme (PMIS) to offer internship opportunities to young Indian citizens. The 12-month internship includes six months of hands-on training, with selected candidates receiving a ₹5,000 monthly stipend and a ₹6,000 one-time grant. Eligible candidates can apply online at pminternship.mca.gov.in before March 31, 2025.
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The release of GATE 2025 admit cards has been postponed to January 7, as announced by IIT Roorkee. The exam will take place on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025, featuring 30 test papers with three question formats: MCQs, MSQs, and NAT. Candidates can download their hall tickets by logging into the official website.
The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) will announce the results of the December 2024 Executive and Professional Programme exams on February 25, 2025. Results for the Professional Programme will be declared at 11:00 AM, while the Executive Programme results will follow at 2:00 PM. Students can access their results and subject-wise marks online. Additionally, the ICSI will provide access to evaluated answer books via its portal, effective February 26, 2025.
NTA has opened online registration for NEET UG 2025 on neet.nta.nic.in, with applications accepted until March 7, 2025. Admit cards will be issued by May 1. The exam is scheduled for May 4, 2025, from 2 PM to 5 PM in a single shift. Candidates can check important details as well as the direct link here.
The US Supreme Court has agreed to review a controversial case that could shape the future of religious charter schools. The case involves Oklahoma's proposed St. Isidore of Seville Virtual Charter School, which seeks public funding despite its Catholic affiliation. The Oklahoma Supreme Court had previously blocked the school, citing First Amendment concerns, but now the high court will decide if public funds can be allocated to a religiously affiliated charter school.
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination Board (WBJEEB) has opened the online registration window for WBJEE 2025. Eligible candidates can register on the official website, wbjeeb.nic.in, until February 23, 2025. The examination will be held on April 27, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.
Kimberly Diei, a University of Tennessee pharmacy student, faced expulsion over explicit social media posts deemed unprofessional. After suing the university for violating her First Amendment rights, she won a $250,000 settlement in 2023. Diei’s case highlights the importance of protecting students’ free speech and personal expression outside academic settings.
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Haryana Education Minister Mahipal Singh Dhanda reaffirmed the state's commitment to implementing the National Education Policy-2020 to promote holistic student development. Speaking at a function in Jharsa, he highlighted the legacy of Sir Chhotu Ram's efforts for the welfare of marginalized communities. Dhanda emphasized the importance of education that shapes character and prepares students for meaningful employment. He also announced a Rs 21 lakh grant for the Sir Chhotu Ram Society's... Expand
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The Kerala KMAT 2025 registration has begun for students seeking admission to MBA programs. The exam is scheduled for February 23, 2025. Eligible candidates with a bachelor’s degree can apply via the CEE official website. Applicants must follow the steps to register, fill out the form, upload documents, and pay the application fee for consideration