The Florida Senate Committee on Criminal Justice voted 4-3 against SB 814, a bill allowing guns on college campuses. Senator Randy Fine argued it was necessary for student safety, citing threats against Jewish students. The bill lost its House counterpart earlier. The NRA supported it, while students, including pro-Palestinian activists, opposed it
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Authorities canceled the Assam board's Class 11 Mathematics and Barpeta's Class 9 English exams after the papers were leaked and shared on social media. The Assam State School Education Board and Barpeta District’s Internal Examination Committee are investigating the incidents. Legal complaints have been lodged, and new exam dates will be announced soon.
The Trump administration's proposed federal funding freeze raises concerns about its impact on universities, especially elite institutions like Harvard. While many universities may struggle, Harvard’s substantial endowment and diverse revenue streams provide resilience against such disruptions. With federal funding accounting for a small percentage of its overall revenue, Harvard is well-equipped to handle a freeze. Legal challenges are delaying the freeze’s implementation, but Harvard's... Expand
The 97th Academy Awards spotlighted education's role in shaping Hollywood talent. Notably, the University of California system, Yale, and Cambridge have produced many Oscar-winning actors. Adrien Brody made history by winning on his first two nominations. Top institutions like Cambridge and Yale foster both intellectual and artistic growth, significantly contributing to actors’ success.
The UPSSSC has announced the Junior Assistant Mains Exam 2024, with registration closing on January 22, 2025. Initially offering 2702 posts, the vacancy count has been revised to 3166, including additional posts under the State Tax Commissioner’s office and various departments. The total now includes 2987 General Selection and 179 Special Selection posts. Check the notice here.
The number of school shootings in the United States reached a record high in 2024, with 84 incidents reported as of December 17. This surpasses the previous record of 82 in 2023. Of the shootings, 56 occurred at K-12 schools, resulting in 38 deaths and over 100 injuries. States like California, Texas, and Florida have seen the highest rates of school shootings. The issue highlights a growing gun violence crisis, with over 48,000 firearm-related deaths reported in 2022.
NBEMS has announced NEET MDS 2025 will be held on April 19, 2025. The application process is set to start on February 18, 2025, and end on March 10, 2025. The information bulletin with detailed instructions is expected to be released soon.
COMEDK has announced the schedule for UGET 2025, with the exam slated for May 10, 2025. The registration starts on February 3 and closes on March 15. Important dates include provisional answer keys on May 14 and test scorecards on May 24. Candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria to appear for the exam.
Delhi's Lieutenant Governor, Mr Vinai Kumar Saxena, announced a Rs 500 crore allocation for the proposed educational hub in Narela at the 17th Convocation Ceremony of IP University. The ceremony saw 24,456 graduates, with notable achievements by female students. Key figures, including Chief Minister Mrs Rekha Gupta and Education Minister Mr Ashish Sood, emphasized the importance of education and innovation. The event also featured plans for an Indian Knowledge Center and highlighted the... Expand