The National Testing Agency (NTA) has opened registrations for the SWAYAM 2025 semester examinations, offering 594 online courses across various disciplines. While course materials are free, candidates must register for a proctored exam to earn certificates. The application window is open from April 1 to 21, 2025, on swayam.nta.ac.in, with exams scheduled for May 17, 18, 24, and 25.
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OpenAI is set to deploy its AI-powered chatbot across all 23 campuses of California State University, impacting 500,000 students and faculty. This marks one of the most significant AI integrations in global education, enhancing personalized learning and automating administrative tasks. As competition with Alphabet intensifies, AI-driven tools are reshaping academic institutions worldwide, signaling a transformative shift in education.
The Ministry of Education's Department of Higher Education has announced the integration of APAAR ID with NEET (UG)-2025. Candidates are encouraged to use both their APAAR ID and Aadhaar for a streamlined registration and examination process. This integration will enhance identity verification, reduce errors, and ensure faster, more secure entry. Candidates should update their Aadhaar details for smoother participation.
Alexis Wilkins, a rising country music star, is also making a name for herself in politics. Known for her hit debut EP "Grit," which reached No. 4 on the iTunes chart, Wilkins is now the Press Secretary for Rep. Abe Hamadeh (R-Ariz.) on Capitol Hill. At just 25, she’s balancing a successful music career with growing political influence.
New Mexico Attorney General Raúl Torrez has filed a court motion to block a $1.9 million severance payment to former WNMU President Joseph Shepard. The motion claims the payment is a misuse of public funds and violates the fiduciary duties of the Board of Regents. Shepard, who resigned after an audit revealed improper spending, was also offered a tenured faculty position. The court will decide whether to temporarily halt the payout pending a full hearing.
Due to the ongoing palisades fire, all schools in Malibu and Santa Monica were closed on January 8, 2025. The fire, which has already burned over 2,900 acres, prompted evacuations and concerns about air quality and road closures. The Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District is monitoring the situation and will reassess the conditions to determine if further closures are necessary. Updates are being shared via official channels and local media sources.
The WBPSC has issued the Annual Calendar 2025, detailing registration and exam dates for various recruitment exams. Key exams include West Bengal Judicial Service on May 4, 2025, WBCS (Executive) Preliminary on September 7, 2025, and several others throughout the year. Aspirants should refer to the official calendar for planning their preparation and application processes.
COVID-19's disruption of education caused a significant drop in reading proficiency among U.S. students, widening achievement gaps. To address the crisis, experts recommend five solutions: strengthening phonics-based instruction, expanding access to books, establishing consistent reading times, leveraging technology to enhance literacy, and tackling chronic absenteeism through targeted interventions. These strategies aim to bridge literacy gaps and support struggling learners.
The registration process for NEET UG 2025 is currently open, with the deadline set for March 7, 2025. Conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA), the exam is scheduled for May 4, 2025, in offline mode. Admit cards will be issued by May 1, 2025, and the correction window will be available from March 9 to March 11, 2025. Interested candidates can apply via neet.nta.nic.in before the deadline.
The Uttar Pradesh Police Recruitment and Promotion Board (UPPRPB) has announced a change in the exam mode for the 2023 recruitment of Sub Inspector, Police Assistant Sub Inspector (Clerk), and Assistant Police Sub Inspector (Accounts) posts. The exam, initially planned as an online test, will now be conducted offline. This update follows government orders issued on June 19, 2024, and further details will be provided with the admit cards, available on the board’s official website.