Columbia University’s interim president, Katrina Armstrong, has resigned amid tensions with the Trump administration over campus protests related to Israel’s war with Hamas. The university has agreed to policy changes, including banning protests in academic buildings. Meanwhile, Palestinian student Mahmoud Khalil was arrested amid Trump’s crackdown on anti-Israel activism, sparking criticism from civil rights groups.
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Columbia University faces intense criticism after agreeing to a $400M deal with the Trump administration, raising concerns over academic freedom. The agreement, which includes banning face masks, hiring 36 new security officers, and appointing a senior vice provost to oversee specific academic departments, has sparked protests. Critics like Katherine Franke warn of the chilling effects on free speech, while the university's decision may set a troubling precedent for other US institutions.
The Central Selection Board of Constables (CSBC) has announced a recruitment drive for 19,838 Constable vacancies in Bihar Police and Bihar Special Armed Police. The online application process will begin on March 18, 2025, and eligible candidates can apply through the official website — csbc.bihar.gov.in — until April 18, 2025. The selection process includes a written exam followed by a Physical Efficiency Test (PET).
The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission has declared the UPPSC PCS Prelims Result 2024 . Candidates can check and download their results from uppsc.up.nic.in in the form of a rank list. The preliminary exam was successfully conducted on December 22, 2024, in two shifts. Candidates can check the direct link and other important details here.
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has released the schedule for the DNB Post Diploma Centralised Entrance Test (PDCET) 2025. The computer-based exam will be held on March 25, 2025, across multiple centers. Registrations start on January 30, 2025. The DNB programme includes two years of training followed by a final exam. Check important dates here.
The Gujarat State Examination Board has opened applications for the NMMS Scholarship on sebexam.org. Apply between January 1-11, 2025, with fee payment accepted until January 13. Qualified students will receive ₹1,000 monthly (₹12,000 annually), directly transferred to their bank accounts by the Ministry of Education. Students can check the eligibility criteria and direct link here.