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The New Mexico Supreme Court’s ruling allows discrimination lawsuits against public schools and universities, affirming students’ rights under the state’s Human Rights Act. The case arose from an incident where a teacher allegedly discriminated against Native American students. This landmark decision sets a precedent for holding schools accountable for discriminatory actions and could inspire similar legal actions nationwide, pushing for greater cultural sensitivity and inclusion in education.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) has clarified that the APAAR ID is not mandatory for NEET UG 2025 registrations, despite a recent notice encouraging candidates to link their Aadhar details and APAAR ID. Though not required, APAAR ID offers advantages such as streamlined applications, faster attendance verification, and enhanced identity protection. Candidates are encouraged to explore resources available for creating an APAAR ID.

The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) has announced the Class 10 results for 2025 on January 24. Students can check their results on the official NIOS Result website, results.nios.ac.in. The exams, held from October 22 to November 29, 2024, were conducted in single shifts. Candidates can follow simple steps to download and print their results for future reference.

Utah Republicans have introduced a bill that could eliminate collective bargaining rights for public sector workers, including teachers, law enforcement, and transit employees. If passed, Utah would become one of the most restrictive states for public sector unions, sparking a fierce debate. Critics, including teachers’ unions, argue the bill undermines educators’ ability to negotiate for better conditions, while supporters believe it empowers individual workers and limits union influence, potentially setting a national precedent.

As the CBSE Class 10 Social Science exam approaches, students are focusing on efficient revision for the subject’s four core areas—History, Geography, Political Science, and Economics. With 37 questions spanning various formats, including very short-answer types, students are advised to practice past papers and review key concepts. Teachers like Sonali Malik provide useful resources to help students prepare effectively and confidently for the exam.

Republican lawmakers have proposed significant budget cuts to higher education and student loan programs in an effort to reduce the federal deficit. These changes target loan repayment plans, forgiveness programs, and college funding. While supporters argue the reforms reduce government spending, critics warn they may limit access to education, increase financial strain on students, and reduce opportunities for low-income individuals.

California State University has revised its “Young Males of Color Consortium” program, making it open to all students after a complaint accused the university of violating Title IX. The program, originally intended to support men of color, was found to unlawfully exclude White men, raising concerns over racial and sex-based discrimination. Following a federal investigation, CSU ended the exclusionary policy, signaling a key move in aligning with civil rights laws in higher education.

Texas lawmakers have proposed a historic budget plan that includes $1 billion in funding for school choice and $4,000 pay raises for teachers, with rural educators set to receive $10,000. The budget also includes $3.5 billion for property tax relief. These initiatives are part of a broader $330 billion budget proposal that aims to reshape Texas education, with negotiations continuing through June. Lawmakers are set to debate the future of school choice and education funding.

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC) released the CDAC C-CAT 2025 results on January 24, 2025. Candidates can select their preferred courses and centres online between January 24 and 29, 2025, with the first round of seat allocation on January 31, 2025. The batch starts on February 25, 2025. Candidates can follow specific steps to download and save their results from the official website.

Recent wildfires have left over a dozen Los Angeles schools severely damaged, with five destroyed entirely. Rebuilding could take years and cost hundreds of millions of dollars. California’s Proposition 2 fund, a $10 billion bond for school construction and repairs, is seen as a key resource but may be depleted quickly due to high demand. Smaller districts fear they will struggle to secure necessary funds. Mental health support and temporary solutions are immediate priorities.