Ohio's College Credit Plus (CCP) program allows high school students to earn both high school and college credits by taking college-level courses for free. With over 80,000 students participating in the 2022-2023 school year, the program has saved families millions in tuition costs. However, participation rates vary across counties, with some regions showing much higher enrollment than others. Efforts are being made to ensure economically disadvantaged students can access the program’s benefits.
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Jammu and Kashmir Lt Governor Manoj Sinha emphasized the need to revamp the teaching-mentoring system to harness future opportunities in science and technology for a prosperous India. He urged educators to nurture students' creativity and innovation. Omar Abdullah encouraged graduates to uphold values while embracing challenges and contributions to society.
CBSE has approved draft norms to conduct Class 10 board exams twice a year from 2026, aiming to offer students multiple opportunities for improvement and reduce exam pressure. While students and principals welcome the change, teachers are concerned about increased workload and shorter summer breaks. Stakeholders can submit feedback by March 9 before policy finalization.
President Trump has proposed replacing the EB-5 investor visa with a $5 million gold card program for wealthy foreign investors. The gold card would raise the investment threshold, providing a faster path to US citizenship and permanent residency compared to the EB-5 visa. The new initiative aims to attract high-net-worth individuals while generating greater revenue to fund domestic projects. However, legal challenges could arise, as the EB-5 visa is backed by Congress, requiring further... Expand
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan clarified that the New Education Policy (NEP) will not impose Hindi on states, emphasizing education will be in the mother tongue. This came amid Tamil Nadu's opposition due to political reasons. CM Stalin argued against the three-language policy, citing translation technology advancements and reduced burden on students.
The Tripura Board of Joint Entrance Examinations (TBJEE) has extended the TJEE 2025 application deadline from February 18 to February 24. The registration process began on February 10, and eligible candidates can apply at tbjee.nic.in. The exam facilitates admissions to engineering, veterinary, and other professional courses. Applicants must complete the process before the new deadline.
The registration for the Indian Army's NCC Special Entry Scheme 2025 closes today, March 15, 2025. The scheme offers 70 vacancies for NCC Men and 6 for NCC Women. Interested candidates must be between 19 and 25 years old and hold an NCC "C" Certificate. The application process is available on the official Indian Army website. Shortlisted candidates will undergo the selection process and be assigned training based on merit.
The Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) has released the PCS Prelims Admit Card 2024. Candidates can download it from psc.cg.gov.in. The exam is set for February 9, 2025, in two shifts. Those who qualify will proceed to the mains in June. The recruitment drive aims to fill 246 posts, with exams held across 33 districts.
The Airports Authority of India (AAI) has released the notification for the recruitment of 309 Junior Executive posts under the AAI AERO Recruitment 2025. Interested candidates can apply online from April 25, 2025, until May 24, 2025. The selected candidates will receive a salary ranging from Rs 40,000 to Rs 1,40,000. The recruitment process includes a Computer-Based Test, voice test, and medical examination. Apply on the official AAI website for a chance to work in India’s civil aviation... Expand
The NTA released the UGC NET December 2024 provisional answer key on January 31, 2025. Candidates can raise objections until February 3, 2025, by visiting ugcnet.nta.ac.in. The exam, held across multiple cities for 85 subjects, was conducted in CBT mode. Objections require a ₹200 fee per question. Candidates can check the direct link here.