The CBSE launched its Parenting Calendar for the 2025-26 academic session, aiming to strengthen the school-parent partnership. The calendar offers grade-specific activities designed to enhance student well-being, academic growth, and emotional development. Key figures, including CBSE Chairman Rahul Singh and Secretary Himanshu Gupta, emphasized its flexibility and role in promoting holistic education. The calendar aligns with the National Education Policy 2020 and encourages parental involvement in shaping students' learning experiences.
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The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a notice urging Higher Education Institutions to strengthen anti-ragging measures. The notice calls for the establishment of anti-ragging committees, squads, and cells, installation of CCTV cameras, and conducting workshops. It also mandates surprise inspections of key areas and the display of anti-ragging posters in prominent locations to enhance awareness and prevention.
The Uttarakhand Public Service Commission (UKPSC) has released the admit card for the rescheduled RO/ARO Prelims Exam 2024 on its official website, psc.uk.gov.in. Initially planned for January 25, 2025, the exam was postponed due to local body election vote counting and will now be held on January 29, 2025, from 10 AM to 1 PM.
The US Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs has recognized 130 US higher education institutions for their outstanding participation in the Fulbright US Student and Scholar Programs for the 2024-2025 academic year. The recognition celebrates these institutions' dedication to fostering global engagement and academic excellence. Top producers in the programs span a wide range of classifications, including Doctoral, Master's, Baccalaureate, and Special Focus, highlighting... Expand
The Commissioner for Entrance Examinations (CEE) Kerala has extended the registration deadline for the Kerala Engineering, Architecture, and Medical (KEAM) 2025 exam till March 12, 2025. Eligible candidates can apply through the official website, cee.kerala.gov.in. The exam will be held from April 24 to 28, 2025, in CBT mode across various centers. Admit cards will be released on April 10, 2025.
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the final answer key, response sheets, and marks for the Stenographer Grade 'C' and 'D' Examination 2024. Candidates can access these documents on the SSC website from March 20 to April 4, 2025. The release follows the results announced on March 5, 2025. Candidates can view and download their scorecards, response sheets, and final answer key by logging into the official website with their registered credentials.
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin accused Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan of "blackmail" for threatening to withhold funds until the state accepts the National Education Policy (NEP) and the three-language formula. Stalin rejected the imposition, calling it unacceptable. The controversy escalated as BJP's K Annamalai defended the policy, while Tamil Nadu officials urged Pradhan to release owed funds.
The United States has reinstated pre-pandemic eligibility rules for its Visa Interview Waiver, or "dropbox," facility. Now, only applicants renewing a visa in the same category within 12 months of expiration qualify, replacing the temporary 48-month extension introduced in 2022. This shift is expected to worsen visa delays, especially for Indian applicants, intensifying competition for in-person interview slots.
The Social Security Fairness Act, recently passed by Congress, offers significant benefits to educators nearing retirement. This law removes two long-standing provisions—the Windfall Elimination Provision and the Government Pension Offset—that previously reduced Social Security benefits for educators. Now, many teachers can collect full Social Security benefits alongside their state pensions, particularly in states where they were previously ineligible. The law brings much-needed financial... Expand
The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) ranks among the world’s top universities, securing 10th in the QS World University Rankings 2025 and 7th in the Times Higher Education Rankings 2025. Given this stellar reputation, Caltech is a dream destination for thousands of students. Today we will see the estimated cost of attendance at Caltech for undergraduate students in 2024-25.