Indian students seeking education in the U.S. face significant hurdles beyond academic challenges. From securing student visas amid stricter regulations to grappling with high tuition costs and uncertain work opportunities under changing H-1B and OPT policies, the journey is tough. Furthermore, cultural tensions and rising backlash against Indian Americans add complexities to their pursuit of the American Dream.
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IIT Bombay has released the admit cards for UCEED 2025 on January 3, 2025. Registered candidates can download them from the official website, uceed.iitb.ac.in. The last date to correct any discrepancies in the admit cards is January 9, 2025, and the exam will be held on January 19, 2025. Candidates can check the direct link here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has started online registration for the Biotechnology Eligibility Test (BET) 2025 from February 28. Candidates can apply at exams.nta.ac.in/DBT/ until March 28. BET 2025 is scheduled for May 13 and will be a 180-minute Computer-Based Test. Candidates can check important details and the direct link to apply here.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) has released the JEE Main 2025 answer key on its official website. Candidates who appeared for the exam can now access the final answer key. The session 1 exam concluded on January 30, with the provisional answer key released on February 4. Aspirants had until February 6 to raise objections. The JEE Main 2025 results are expected by February 12.
The Science Olympiad Foundation (SOF) has released the International English Olympiad (IEO) 2024 results. Students from Classes 1 to 12 can check and download their results at sofworld.org using their roll numbers. The written exam was held on November 8, 2024, for participants across all eligible classes. Students can check the direct link here.
IIT Roorkee conducted the GATE 2025 exam on February 1, 2, 15, and 16 and released the provisional answer key on February 27, with challenges accepted until March 1. As per the official brochure, the GATE 2025 results will be declared on March 19, and scorecards will be available from March 28 at gate2025.iitr.ac.in.
The Vellore Institute of Technology has extended the VITEEE 2025 registration deadline to April 7. The exam will take place from April 21 to 27 across India and internationally. It will last 2 hours and 30 minutes, feature 125 multiple-choice questions. Candidates can apply online by filling out the form, making the payment, and uploading the required documents.
President Trump and Elon Musk are intensifying efforts to hold federal workers accountable, requiring them to submit weekly updates detailing their accomplishments. This follows a previous email that saw a low response rate, with less than half of federal workers engaging. The second round of emails, now coming from individual agencies, demands compliance by Monday each week. This move is part of a larger push to streamline government operations and potentially reduce staffing levels.
The University of North Carolina System has increased out-of-state undergraduate tuition while keeping in-state rates steady for the ninth year, addressing inflation and funding needs. UNC-Chapel Hill's out-of-state tuition rises to $43,152, while programs like NC Promise ensure in-state affordability. The move aims to maintain financial stability and support essential services without burdening North Carolina residents.
Young scientists are facing limited career prospects due to federal funding cuts under the Trump administration, impacting training programs, research grants, and graduate admissions. The uncertainty has forced many students, including those at NIH and NSF, to delay or reconsider their plans. With hiring freezes, project suspensions, and cuts to international development programs like USAID, the U.S. risks losing global scientific talent and soft diplomacy influence, with some considering... Expand
As 2025 approaches, India’s education sector will see significant changes. Key trends include the rise of blended learning, a stronger focus on skill-based education, and the expansion of AI-driven EdTech ecosystems. Mental health support will be prioritized, while entrepreneurship education will grow. Additionally, global collaborations and curriculum reforms will enhance student development and international exposure.