The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) allocated over $100 million between 2021 and 2024 to education programs promoting restorative justice, social emotional learning (SEL), and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The funding, distributed to 900 school districts across 36 states, has sparked debate about prioritizing ideological goals over student safety and academic progress. Critics argue that restorative justice practices may disrupt classrooms and that DEI-focused funding could compromise traditional education priorities.
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CBSE has released the date sheet for special exams for Class 10 and 12 students who missed their board exams due to participation in national and international sports events. The exams for Class 10 will be held from April 7 to April 11, 2025, while Class 12 exams are scheduled for April 11. Schools must inform eligible students, and fresh admit cards are required.
Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) aspirants protested on Monday, demanding the cancellation of the December 13 BPSC 70th CCE 2024 over an alleged question paper leak. While the commission ruled out a complete cancellation, it announced a re-examination for candidates at the Bapu Pariksha Parisar center on January 4, 2025. Police baton-charged protesters who disrupted traffic near the BPSC office.
The Biden administration has forgiven loans for 260,000 former students of Ashford University, following accusations of misconduct. The university misled students about accreditation, costs, and graduation timelines, prompting the Education Department's action. This widespread loan forgiveness applies to students who attended between March 2009 and April 2020. Additionally, Zovio's founder, Andrew Clark, faces a debarment proposal for his role in the misconduct. The move is part of broader... Expand
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy announced that the 'Young India' initiative, encompassing Skills University, Sports University, and Integrated Residential Schools, represents his signature brand inspired by Mahatma Gandhi. He highlighted the historical significance of the 'Young India' title and emphasized the employment assurance for students of the Skills University, along with corporate interest in the Sports University.
Anna University begins applications for CEETA PG 2025 for ME, MTech, MPlan, and MArch programs. The registration ends on February 21, 2025, with the exam scheduled for March 23, 2025. Eligibility includes a 50% minimum qualifying degree score (45% for reserved categories). Final-year students and valid GATE score holders can apply. Fees vary by category.
Harvard University settled two major antisemitism lawsuits with Jewish student groups just one day after President Donald Trump’s inauguration. The settlement includes significant policy changes, such as adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, expanding protections for Jewish and Israeli students, and creating a dedicated point person for addressing complaints. This comes after criticism over the university’s handling of antisemitism, particularly following the 2023 Hamas attacks. The... Expand
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has opened the re-evaluation window for AIBE 19 OMR sheets. Candidates can apply online through allindiabarexamination.com by April 10, paying a ₹500 fee. Only online submissions will be accepted. Applicants must follow the specified steps to complete the process. Regular updates are available on the official website.
The NAEP 2024 report highlights a significant drop in math proficiency among American eighth-graders, with only 33% scoring proficient. Linda McMahon, the incoming Secretary of Education, plans business-oriented reforms, focusing on STEM, performance-based evaluations, and targeted math interventions. However, concerns remain about the potential commodification of education and the effectiveness of such strategies.
The Directorate of Medical Education, Madhya Pradesh, has released the NEET PG 2024 Round 1 seat allotment results for NRI candidates. Registered candidates can check and download the results in PDF format from the official website, dme.mponline.gov.in. This marks an important step in the MP NEET PG counselling process. Check the direct link here.