President Trump's plan to eliminate the Department of Education faces significant backlash, with 50% of American voters disapproving, according to a Morning Consult survey. The proposal is among Trump's most unpopular actions. While some Republican governors, like Tennessee's Bill Lee, support the move, critics warn of severe impacts on public education, including funding cuts and larger class sizes. The future of US education remains uncertain as Congress prepares to weigh in on the proposal.
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IBPS has announced the Specialist Officer (SO) Mains 2024 results today, February 7. Candidates can check and download their results from the official website, ibps.in, using their registration number, date of birth, and captcha code. Visit the site to access your IBPS SO Mains result. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The SKIMVB Public Exam results for February 2025, covering both Boarding and General categories, were released today at 12:30 PM. Students can immediately access their results via the official website, Samastha.in. The results mark a significant moment for students in vocational and medical streams, who can now check their performance online. For any issues, students are encouraged to visit the site’s FAQs or contact the SKIMVB helpline.
Canada will launch four new permanent residency pathways in 2025 to address labor shortages and expand opportunities for foreign nationals. These include the Enhanced Caregiver Pilot for home care workers, the Rural Community Immigration Pilot for rural labor needs, the Francophone Community Immigration Pilot for French-speaking immigrants, and Manitoba’s West Central Immigration Initiative for rural Manitoba workers.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released the RRB Assistant Loco Pilot (ALP) score card for CBT 1. Results were declared on February 26, 2025, from exams held in late 2024. Shortlisted candidates will move on to CBT 2 in March 2025. This drive aims to fill 18,799 ALP vacancies. Score cards can be downloaded from rrbapply.gov.in.
XLRI-Xavier School of Management has published the answer key for Xavier Aptitude Test (XAT) 2025 on xatonline.in. Candidates can review their responses by logging onto the website. The exam comprised sections on Verbal Ability, Logical Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Aptitude, Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. Multiple prestigious institutions accept the XAT score for admissions.
Indian student enrollment in the US, UK, and Canada has dropped by 40% in 2024 due to stricter visa regulations, rising costs, and currency fluctuations. In contrast, countries like Germany and New Zealand are experiencing record growth, with enrollments up by 68% and 354%, respectively. The shift reflects a broader trend towards more affordable and stable study destinations, driven by factors such as better visa policies and low tuition fees, according to Indian government data and experts.
The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have extended the application deadline for the RRB Ministerial & Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025 to February 16, 2025. The fee payment deadline is now February 17, while the modification window will be open from February 19 to February 28. The selection process includes a Single Stage CBT, skill tests, and document verification. The CBT will have 100 questions covering Professional Ability, General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, and General Science,... Expand
Indiana University Bloomington is under investigation by the U.S. Department of Education for its handling of antisemitism on campus and could risk losing federal funding. This follows the Trump administration’s withdrawal of $400 million from Columbia University. Amid rising campus tensions, federal agencies have warned universities to protect Jewish students, with pro-Palestinian protests drawing increased scrutiny.
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has called a special legislative session to push for universal school vouchers, alongside addressing other critical issues, including a $450 million hurricane relief package. Lee has long advocated for expanding school vouchers but faced opposition in previous years. The special session, set to begin on January 27, will focus on education reform, hurricane aid, and immigration policies. The governor's proposal has garnered support from state legislative leaders... Expand
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has begun evaluating the US Department of Education, raising concerns about potential reforms. Key focus areas include the Office for Civil Rights and prioritizing antisemitism-related complaints over LGBTQ-inclusive policies. While the review process is in its early stages, the task force's involvement signals possible changes in educational governance. Critics and staff are watching closely to understand how DOGE might reshape policies and... Expand