The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has declared the Class 12 results for 2025, with girls excelling across all streams. The board evaluated over 12.8 lakh answer sheets in a record 27 days, achieving an 86.50% pass rate. Female students dominated the Science, Arts, and Commerce streams, reflecting the impact of educational reforms and government initiatives promoting girls' education.
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The Bank of India has extended the application deadline for its apprentice engagement programme until March 28, 2025. The revised deadline gives candidates more time to apply online for various positions under Project No. 2024-25/04. Interested applicants are urged to submit their applications before the new deadline, as the application process is non-refundable and cannot be withdrawn once submitted. The opportunity is an important step for those aiming to join the banking sector.
Proposed cuts to federal school meal programs could deprive over 280,000 Ohio children of free meals, affecting 728 schools in the state. The cuts, part of a budget plan by the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee, would raise eligibility for the Community Eligibility Provision, leaving thousands of low-income students without access to free school meals. Advocates warn that this will increase food insecurity, negatively impacting children's health and academic success.
The Indian Army will close NCC Special Entry Scheme registrations on March 15, 2025. Applications opened on February 14, 2025. Candidates must apply via joinindianarmy.nic.in. Shortlisted candidates will select SSB dates on a first-come, first-served basis. Those recommended and medically fit will receive joining letters based on merit. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The Office of the Chairman, NEET PG Admission/Counselling Board - 2024, SMS Medical College, Jaipur, has revised the Round 3 counselling schedule. The online choice filling and locking process has been extended to January 31, 2025. The provisional allotment list will be released on February 5, with document submission from February 6 to 9, 2025.
The Maharashtra State Council of Examination (MSCE) has officially released the MAHA TET Result 2024. Candidates who appeared for the test on November 10, 2024, can now access their results through the official website, mahatet.in. After logging in with their credentials, candidates can view and download the result. Those who pass will receive an eligibility certificate for teaching roles, though securing a job requires applying to specific vacancies.
A parliamentary standing committee has urged periodic review of educational scholarships to match inflation and improve fund utilization. Noting underfunding and administrative delays, the committee called for better monitoring, increased transparency, and cooperation between the Ministry and state governments. Key initiatives and support for first-generation entrepreneurs were also discussed with recommendations for efficiency and stakeholder consultations.
Delhi University plans to launch a PhD program in Hindu Studies from the 2025-26 academic session, with 10 initial seats. Eligibility requires a Master’s degree in Hindu Studies or allied fields and JRF/NET qualification. Pending Academic and Executive Council approvals, the initiative aims to advance research opportunities in Hindu Studies, complementing the existing MA program.
The Norwich Board of Education has enacted a policy to protect undocumented students from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions within schools. The policy limits ICE access, mandates legal review of requests, and strengthens community support. However, it has sparked controversy, with critics arguing it oversteps legal boundaries. The debate reflects broader national tensions between local governance and federal immigration enforcement.