CSIR UGC NET December 2025 registration extended: The National Testing Agency (NTA) has extended the registration deadline for the Joint CSIR UGC NET December 2025 examination, allowing candidates to submit applications online until October 27, 2025. The final date for successful fee transactions is October 28, 2025.The examination is scheduled for December 18, 2025, and…
The Delhi government has announced that from the academic session 2026-27, all schools, government, government-aided, and recognised unaided private institutions, under the Directorate of Education (DoE) will adopt a uniform admission age of six years for Class 1. The decision aligns Delhi’s schooling structure with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which prescribes age-appropriate learning…
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Friday announced that October 27 (Monday) will be a government holiday to mark Chhath Puja. The decision coincides with the festival’s third day, considered the most sacred, when devotees gather along riversides and ponds to offer prayers to the setting sun.The holiday also recognises the festival’s cultural and spiritual…
For decades, higher education in America has been the ultimate paradox, a gateway to prosperity shadowed by the burden of lifelong debt. The notion that a college degree guarantees opportunity has endured, but so too has the crippling cost that often accompanies it. Yet across the United States, a quiet revolution is taking shape—one that…
Columbia University will be the only Ivy League institution maintaining a test-optional admissions policy in the 2027-28 cycle, following Princeton University’s decision earlier this month to reinstate standardised testing requirements. The move marks a significant shift in the post-pandemic admissions landscape, as every other Ivy League institution returns to mandatory SAT or ACT submissions. A…
The McKinleyville Union School District has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education, alleging that the abrupt termination of its federal mental health grant was unlawful. The district joins a growing number of schools confronting sudden funding withdrawals, though it is the first in California to take legal action independently, EdSource reports.The dispute…
A peculiar new phrase is taking over classrooms across the United States, leaving teachers exasperated and students gleeful. “6-7,” pronounced “six-seveeeen,” is not a mathematics problem. It is, rather, the latest linguistic fad among Generation Alpha, an expression that seems to exist purely to unite peers in shared amusement.“It’s like a virus that has taken…
The Trump administration is preparing to defend its new H-1B visa policy in court, following a wave of lawsuits challenging the recently imposed $100,000 fee on new visa applicants. The fee, which represents a dramatic increase from the standard processing costs of a few thousand dollars, has sparked controversy across educational, business, and political circles.At…
Harvard University issued a shelter-in-place order on Friday morning after a reported shooting near the Radcliffe Quadrangle, according to alerts sent by the Harvard University Police Department (HUPD).The initial email alert from HUPD stated that an unidentified male fired at another person on Sherman Street, close to the Radcliffe Quad. The suspect was reportedly seen…
As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a fixture in school safety measures, its promise of enhanced security is now under scrutiny. An incident at Kenwood High School in Baltimore has sparked debate over the limits of automated surveillance, raising questions about accuracy, human oversight, and the unintended consequences of relying on technology to make split-second safety…
Nestled in the storied Harvard Yard, amid the hurried footsteps of students and the camera clicks of tourists, stands a bronze figure that has quietly witnessed centuries of ambition, anxiety, and aspiration. A worn toe gleams under countless rubs—a talisman for students hoping to ace their next grueling exam. But beneath the charm and ritual…
For students at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras, scholarships are more than financial support, they can shape the trajectory of an academic career. Recognizing the burden of tuition and the importance of merit and holistic development, the institute offers several scholarships targeting both academic excellence and socio-economic need. Understanding the eligibility, benefits, and…
Imagine a world where the choices parents make about their children’s education are no longer limited to their local public schools—but instead are filtered through federal tax codes, charitable donations, and state opt-ins. That world is now a reality. With the passage of “One Big Beautiful Bill,” the Trump administration has imposed a sweeping transformation…
How STEM OPT turns job hopes into frustration for F-1 students For many international students on F-1 visas, finding a job in the United States can feel like navigating a maze. STEM OPT is meant to give students extra work time after graduation, but Reddit posts show it can turn into a minefield when employers…
NEET UG Counselling 2025 stray vacancy round revised schedule released The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the revised schedule for the NEET UG 2025 counselling, specifically for the Stray Vacancy Round. This round allows candidates who have not secured a seat in earlier rounds or who wish to upgrade to participate. The revision comes…
The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has extended the application deadline for the Single Girl Child Merit Scholarship for the academic year 2025. This scholarship is designed to support meritorious single girl students who have cleared their Class 10 CBSE exams and are enrolling in Class 11 in CBSE-affiliated schools. The scheme promotes academic…
The West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB) has published the answer keys for the Joint Entrance Examination for Lateral Entry (JELET) 2025 and the Joint Entrance for Admission to Master of Computer Applications (JECA) 2025. Candidates who appeared for these entrance tests can now access the provisional answer keys through the official WBJEEB portal…
Piyush Pandey was the creative visionary who gave Indian advertising its distinct voice and soul The nation woke up to somber news on Friday morning: Piyush Pandey, the creative genius who redefined Indian advertising, passed away at the age of 70. His campaigns were not just advertisements; they were stories that lingered in memory, words…
The National Education Society for Tribal Students (NESTS) has announced the extension of the application deadline for the EMRS (Eklavya Model Residential Schools) Recruitment 2025. Candidates now have until October 28, 2025, to submit their applications for a total of 7,267 vacancies across various teaching and non-teaching positions. This extension provides an opportunity for eligible…
JAIIB admit card 2025: The Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF) has officially released the Junior Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers (JAIIB) Admit Card 2025 for the November session. The hall ticket is now available for download on the Institute’s official website, iibf.org.in. Candidates who have registered for the upcoming examination can access…
