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CBSE extends Single Girl Child Scholarship 2024 registration deadline: Check official notice here

January 25, 2025
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CBSE Single Girl Child Scholarship 2024: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has once again extended the registration deadline for the Single Girl Child Scholarship. According to the official notification, candidates can now register until February 8, 2025, while schools can verify applications until February 15, 2025. Eligible students

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Indian students look for options as Trump steps up visa scrutiny

January 25, 2025
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The acceptance of visas for students headed to the US for computer science, digital technologies and related areas will continue as these competencies will be in high demand in US, according to Narayanan Ramaswamy, partner and leader for education and skill development practice at consulting firm KPMG. But not all

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US Department of Education purges DEI programs: Key update on recent actions

January 24, 2025
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US Education Department moves to eliminate DEI: A closer look at the actions so far In a sweeping move that marks a significant shift in federal education policy, the US Department of Education (DoE) announced on January 23, 2025, the dismantling of its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives. The

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H-1B visa rules updated: How will they benefit F-1 students?

January 24, 2025
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On December 17, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced its final rule to modernize and enhance the efficiency of the H-1B visa program—a non-immigrant work visa that allows US employers to temporarily hire foreign workers for specialty occupations. The new rule, which came into effect on January 17,

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California State University changes male-only program after Title IX violation over race and sex exclusion

January 24, 2025
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CSU revises male-only program after Title IX discrimination complaint over race and sex California State University (CSU) has made significant changes to a controversial program after a complaint accused the university of violating federal civil rights laws. The university has now opened its “Young Males of Color Consortium” to all

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‘Bloody Indian’ remark prompts New Mexico Supreme Court ruling, clearing way for discrimination lawsuits against schools

January 24, 2025
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McKenzie Johnson, a Cibola High School student who is Navajo, speaks at an Albuquerque Public Schools Native American Open Community Forum in 2019 in Albuquerque, N.M. (AP File Photo) In a groundbreaking decision, the New Mexico Supreme Court ruled on Thursday that public schools and universities in the state can

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CBSE Social Science Class 10 exam 2025: 4 important very short answer type questions you must practise

January 24, 2025
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As the CBSE Class 10 exams approach, students are beginning their preparations for one of the most essential subjects—Social Science. Scheduled for February 25, 2025, the exam offers a two-day preparation window, making efficient revision even more crucial. Spanning four core areas—History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics—the exam not only

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NIOS Class 10 result 2025 released: Direct link to download scorecards here

January 24, 2025
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NIOS Class 10 result 2025 declared: The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the Class 10 results for 2025 today, January 24, 2025. Students who took the Secondary examination can access their results on the official NIOS Result website at results.nios.ac.in. The Class 10 exams started on October

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Utah Republicans push to restrict teacher unions with a bill that could set a precedent across the US, sparking a political clash

January 24, 2025
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Union members in public service professions across Utah raise their hands to speak in opposition to a bill banning public sector collective bargaining on January 23, 2025, at the Capitol Building in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo) Utah Republicans have introduced a controversial bill that seeks to eliminate collective bargaining

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Texas lawmakers push for historic $1 billion in school choice funding and pay raises for teachers

January 24, 2025
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Historic budget proposal in Texas includes $1 billion for school choice and teacher pay increases. (Getty Images) Texas lawmakers have unveiled a historic budget proposal for the upcoming session, aiming to allocate a staggering $1 billion for school choice funding. This budget also includes a much-anticipated $4,000 raise for public

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