Month: February 2025

Trump administration suspends education commissioner Peggy Carr after dismal NAEP results show 20-year lows in reading and math scores

by

The Trump administration has suspended Peggy Carr, the commissioner of the National Center for Education Statistics, following the release of the latest NAEP report showing a significant decline in US student performance. The 2024 NAEP results revealed the lowest reading and math scores in over two decades, sparking concerns about the disruption of key educational … Read more

DOGE claims to have saved $881M on education cuts, but the numbers disagree: A lose-lose game for academics?

by

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, slashed $900 million from the US Education budget, but actual savings stand at just $278 million. The cuts cripple vital academic research, jeopardizing data-driven reforms. Critics warn this short-term move may erode education quality, leaving America to pay a steep price in lost innovation and … Read more

Democrats press DOJ for answers on education cuts: Will GOP turn over a new leaf or look the other way?

by

The fight over federal education funding has intensified as Democrats press the DOJ for clarity on nearly $900 million in cuts impacting critical research and equity initiatives. With discrepancies in reported savings and major studies left unfinished, lawmakers demand transparency. Will the GOP reconsider these sweeping reductions, or will they persist with a cost-cutting agenda … Read more

From Rajiv Jain to Jayshree Ullal: How a new generation of H-1B immigrant billionaires is driving innovation in the US

by

A new generation of immigrant billionaires, many of whom entered the US through the H-1B visa program, are driving innovation and reshaping industries. From Rajiv Jain’s rise in finance to Jayshree Ullal’s success in tech, these individuals have contributed immensely to the US economy. Their journeys highlight the essential role of H-1B visas in attracting … Read more

ICSI CS Professional and Executive December results 2024: Marks verification process begins, check direct link here

by

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has opened the mark verification window for the December 2024 CS Professional and Executive exam results from February 26, 2025, to March 18, 2025. Candidates can apply for verification via the SMASH portal by paying a non-refundable fee of INR 250 per subject. Detailed instructions are available … Read more

JEE Main 2025 session 2 correction window opens tomorrow: Here’s what candidates can edit

by

For candidates who have applied for both JEE Main Session 1 and Session 2, the correction window allows them to make necessary updates to their application forms. They can modify personal details, preferences, or exam centers. The correction window is available for a limited period, and candidates are advised to review and finalize their information … Read more

Report reveals 35 per cent Indian schools enrol less than 50 students, have not more than 2 teachers: Details here

by

An analysis by PRS Legislative Research reveals that at least 35% of schools in India enroll 50 or fewer students and have just one or two teachers. These schools face challenges like teachers managing multiple grades and subjects, inadequate infrastructure, and administrative burdens. Additionally, 16% of teaching posts were vacant in 2022-23, highlighting the need … Read more

West Bengal NEET PG counselling2024 stray vacancy round provisional allotment result out at wbmcc.nic.in: Check direct link here

by

WBMCC has released the provisional allotment result for the WB NEET PG 2024 stray vacancy round. Registered candidates can check the result on wbmcc.nic.in. As per the schedule, they must report to their allotted institute for document verification from February 26 to February 28, 2025. Candidates can check the provisional allotment result here.