CBSE has announced that students not attending regular schools will be barred from appearing in Class 12 board exams. This aims to counter the rise of 'dummy schools' where students skip classes to focus on engineering and medical entrance exams. The decision will be effective from the 2025-2026 academic session.
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The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) is inviting online applications for 1,161 Constable/Tradesmen vacancies. Candidates with Matriculation or equivalent qualifications can apply on the official CISF website from March 5 to April 3, 2025. ITI-trained candidates will be preferred for skilled trades. The selection process includes personal details registration, document uploads, and fee payment.
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced the provisional seat allotment result for the NEET PG 2024 stray vacancy round. Candidates can check and download the result from the official website, mcc.nic.in. This round is for filling vacant postgraduate medical seats through counselling for NEET PG 2024. Candidates can check the direct link here
The Education Budget 2025, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, allocates Rs 500 crore for the establishment of three Centres of Excellence in AI, aiming to boost India’s technological capabilities. The budget also outlines the expansion of IITs and medical colleges, increasing seats to improve access to higher education. This initiative reflects the government’s commitment to enhancing education, fostering innovation, and addressing the evolving needs of India’s workforce in... Expand
The Directorate of Education (DoE) Delhi announced results for Classes 6, 7, 8, 9, and 11 in Science, Arts, and Commerce. Students can check their results on edudel.nic.in by entering Student ID, Class, Section, and Date of Birth. Class 11 candidates must choose their stream to view the detailed results. Students across Delhi are notified.
The US Department of Education has launched an investigation into District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) over concerns of failing to meet the special education needs of students. Following a December 2024 report citing the highest rate of special education complaints in the nation, the investigation will examine whether DCPS is violating federal laws. The district faces criticism for its transportation issues and the legal battles parents face to secure services for their children.
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will soon start the application process for 212 Superintendent and Junior Assistant posts. Applications begin January 1, 2025, and end January 31, 2025. Candidates can apply online on the official CBSE website. The selected individuals will be posted across various CBSE offices, including Regional Offices and Centres of Excellence.
IIT Bombay has released provisional answer keys for the UCEED and CEED 2025 exams. Candidates can access the answer keys on the official websites and raise objections until January 23, 2025. The final answer keys will be used for result preparation. Detailed guidelines for objections are available online. Links to download the answer keys are also provided.
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) has started the registration process for the Combined Medical Services (CMS) Exam 2025. Interested candidates can apply online at upsc.gov.in until March 11, 2025. The application correction window will be open from March 12 to March 18, while the exam is scheduled for July 20, 2025. Admit cards will be released two weeks before the exam.
How the return on investment (ROI) of US higher education varies based on degree choice and field of study. It reveals that degrees in fields such as engineering, computer science, and nursing tend to provide higher ROI, with lifetime earnings often exceeding $500,000. In contrast, degrees in arts, education, and psychology may offer minimal financial returns. The report highlights the importance of selecting the right degree for maximising future financial benefits.
Kush Desai, an Indian-American former journalist, has been appointed as the deputy press secretary by US President Donald Trump. With a strong background in political communications, he has held key roles such as Deputy Communications Director for the 2024 Republican National Convention and Communications Director for the Republican Party of Iowa. Desai is a Dartmouth graduate and has worked with the Republican National Committee.