Alexandria City Public Schools expands its ban on electronic devices to include smartwatches, prohibiting their use during class, between classes, at recess, and during lunch. Despite dissenting opinions and safety concerns expressed by student representatives, the policy aims to enhance student safety and communication through the school office.
Related news
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 Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the scorecards for the SSC GD Final Result 2024 on February 27, 2025. Candidates can download them from ssc.nic.in until March 13, 2025. A total of 48,891 female and 39,375 male candidates were selected, while 845 results remain withheld. The recruitment drive aimed to fill 46,617 vacancies across various forces.
NBEMS has announced NEET MDS 2025 will be held on April 19, 2025. The application process is set to start on February 18, 2025, and end on March 10, 2025. The information bulletin with detailed instructions is expected to be released soon.
Police responded to large St. Patrick’s Day crowds at the University of Dayton after reports of gunfire near Jasper Street. Officers used tear gas to disperse unruly crowds, leading to five arrests and multiple hospitalizations. Gunshots were fired in a parking lot, injuring an officer during an arrest. Brown Street was temporarily closed but later reopened.
The SSC has rescheduled the Constable (GD), SSF, Rifleman (GD), and Sepoy exams, 2025, with revised dates from February 4 to 25, 2025. Candidates can check the notice on ssc.gov.in under 'Important Notice - Schedule of Examinations' for details. Check the direct link here.
TANCET 2025: Anna University has extended the registration deadline for TANCET 2025 and CEETA-PG 2025 to February 26, 2025. TANCET is held for MBA and MCA admissions, while CEETA-PG is for MTech, ME, MArch, and MPlanning courses. The exams are scheduled for March 22 and 23, 2025, respectively. Candidates can apply online, with fees set at Rs 1,000 for TANCET and Rs 1,800 for CEETA-PG. The admit card for TANCET will be issued on March 8, 2025.
The Government of India has launched Phase 2 of the PM Internship Scheme (PMIS) to offer internship opportunities to young Indian citizens. The 12-month internship includes six months of hands-on training, with selected candidates receiving a ₹5,000 monthly stipend and a ₹6,000 one-time grant. Eligible candidates can apply online at pminternship.mca.gov.in before March 31, 2025.
The updated H-1B visa rules, effective January 17, 2025, streamline the transition for F-1 visa students to H-1B status, offering cap-gap extensions to maintain lawful status and employment. Changes include clearer “specialty occupation†criteria, direct degree relevance, and measures to prevent lottery abuse. These updates significantly benefit Indian students, enhancing career prospects and encouraging graduate studies in the US.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened online applications for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2025, for admission to Classes VI and IX for the academic session 2025-26. Candidates can apply between December 24, 2024, and January 13, 2025. The exam will assess students’ academic proficiency. The application fee varies by category, and the selection will be based on an entrance test covering subjects such as Mathematics, Language, and General Knowledge.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) will soon announce the AIBE 19 exam results. The provisional answer key was released on December 29, 2024, with objections accepted until January 10, 2025. Candidates will receive +1 for correct answers, with no negative marking. To check and download the result, candidates must visit allindiabarexamination.com and follow the provided steps.