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The CBSE Class 10 English Literature section is a vital component of the board exams, assessing students’ analytical and interpretative skills through prose, poetry, and drama. It requires a deep understanding of themes, characters, and literary devices rather than rote learning. To excel, students must practice contextual questions, analyze character motivations, and revise key quotes. Effective preparation involves understanding the author’s intent, connecting texts to real-life scenarios, and presenting well-structured answers. With focused practice and insightful analysis, students can master this section and achieve high scores.

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have released mock tests for the RPF Constable recruitment exam (CEN RPF 02/2024). These tests, available on official RRB websites, help candidates understand the exam format. The CBT is scheduled from March 2 to March 20, 2025. Shortlisted candidates will proceed to the Physical Efficiency Test (PET), Physical Measurement Test (PMT), and Document Verification (DV).

A parliamentary panel has highlighted major concerns with the SWAYAM platform, revealing that less than 4% of enrolled students have completed courses since 2017. The report cites outdated content, rigid teaching methods, and inadequate infrastructure as key issues. The committee recommended proactive placement support and a dedicated recruitment platform to boost engagement and effectiveness.

The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have extended the application deadline for the RRB Ministerial & Isolated Categories Recruitment 2025 to February 16, 2025. The fee payment deadline is now February 17, while the modification window will be open from February 19 to February 28. The selection process includes a Single Stage CBT, skill tests, and document verification. The CBT will have 100 questions covering Professional Ability, General Awareness, Reasoning, Mathematics, and General Science, with a 1/3 mark deduction for wrong answers. Interested candidates can apply through the official RRB website by following the given steps.

Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Trans Participation in Women’s Sports

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Wed, 02/05/2025 – 05:25 PM

The order says the United States will oppose “male competitive participation in women’s sports more broadly, as a matter of safety, fairness, dignity, and truth.”

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Jessica BlakeTrump Signs Executive Order Banning Trans Participation in Women’s Sports

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Wed, 02/05/2025 – 05:25 PM

The order says the United States will oppose “male competitive participation in women’s sports more broadly, as a matter of safety, fairness, dignity, and truth.”

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Jessica Blake 

Career Coaches Fill Critical Gaps in Ph.D. Training

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Wed, 02/05/2025 – 02:17 PM

Colleges don’t provide sufficient professional development for Ph.D.s seeking nonacademic careers

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Letters to the EditorCareer Coaches Fill Critical Gaps in Ph.D. Training

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Wed, 02/05/2025 – 02:17 PM

Colleges don’t provide sufficient professional development for Ph.D.s seeking nonacademic careers

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Letters to the Editor 

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The University of Utah and Utah Tech University have proposed a new Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus in St. George to address the state’s medical desert. The $10.6 million initiative, aiming to train doctors for underserved regions, would offer an accelerated MD program with direct residency entry. This collaboration seeks to improve healthcare access, retain physicians in rural Utah, and increase medical workforce availability, with the goal of training 10 students annually, eventually scaling to 25.

Floresville ISD is set to vote on a four-day school week proposal, following strong community support. With 68% of parents, staff, and students backing the idea, the district aims to boost teacher retention and student attendance. While research on the four-day week’s impact is mixed, with some studies showing academic setbacks, families value the flexibility. This proposal could align with national trends, but challenges like childcare remain a concern. The vote is scheduled for March 3, 2025.