A University of Minnesota-Twin Cities graduate student was detained by ICE at an off-campus residence. The university, unaware of the incident, is investigating and providing support. Similar detentions of individuals linked to pro-Palestinian causes have occurred under the Trump administration’s crackdown on immigrants, with visa revocations targeting those considered threats.
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The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board has released the information bulletin for PUBDET 2025. The exam, scheduled for June 21 and 22, offers ten subjects across three shifts each day. Eligible candidates can apply for up to three papers. The entrance test admits students to BA and BSc courses at Presidency University for 2025-26.
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 has rolled back a decade-old policy protecting 'sensitive locations' such as schools and churches from immigration enforcement. This shift allows ICE and CBP to conduct raids and surveillance in these spaces, sparking fear among immigrant families. The policy change could disrupt education, undermine trust in schools, and cause long-term psychological harm to children, especially in high-immigrant communities.
The National Testing Agency publishes the JEE Main 2025 admit cards for exams on January 28-30, 2025, shifting exam centers from Prayagraj to Varanasi due to the Mahakumbh Mela. Candidates must download their admit cards from jeemain.nta.nic.in and follow all instructions, including bringing a printed copy and photo ID.
The results for AIBE 19, held on December 22, 2024, have been released by the Bar Council of India on March 21, 2025. Candidates can check their results by visiting the official website and entering their roll number and date of birth. The passing marks for General/OBC candidates are 42 marks, while SC/ST/disabled candidates need 37 marks. Candidates must also upload the required enrolment certificates if needed for certification.
Question papers for classes 10 and 12 pre-board exams in Madhya Pradesh leaked on social media platforms days before exams, raising concerns about exam security. Despite officials minimizing the impact, critics argue it undermines the credibility of the system. Previous incidents suggest a recurring issue.
Penny Schwinn has been selected by President-elect Donald Trump as Deputy Secretary of Education. Schwinn, with extensive experience in educational leadership and reform, served as Tennessee’s Commissioner of Education and tackled COVID-19 challenges. Her appointment aligns with Trump's school choice and state-centered education reform focus.
The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has released the Class 10 admit cards for the 2025 High School Certificate (HSC) exams. Regular students will receive them from their schools, while private candidates must download them from bseodisha.nic.in. The exams will run from February 21 to March 6, 2025, in offline mode, with a single shift from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM.
The SSC will close the objection window for the SSC CGL Tier II answer key 2024 today, January 24, 2025. Candidates can challenge the answer key on the official website, ssc.gov.in, until 6 PM, with a fee of Rs 100 per question. Late representations will not be considered, as per the official notice.
The Vardhman Mahaveer Open University (VMOU) in Kota will soon start registration for the Rajasthan PTET 2025. Candidates can apply for the two-year and four-year B.Ed. programs from March 5 to April 7, 2025. The entrance exam is slated for June 2025.