Assam Board SEBA HSLC 10th Result annoucned, Sivasagar tops among districts

The Assam State School Education Board (ASSEB) has declared the HSLC 2025 results, with an overall pass percentage of 63.98%. Out of 4,22,737 students who appeared, 2,70,471 passed. Sivasagar led districts with an 85.55% pass rate. Amishi Saikia topped with 591 marks. Boys outperformed girls, and ST (P) candidates showed the highest success among categories. The results are available on the official website, www.sebaonline.org.

Florida teacher fired for using student’s preferred name, raising alarms in US education system

A Florida teacher, Melissa Calhoun, was fired for using a student’s preferred name instead of their legal name, violating state law HB 1069. The law, which requires parental consent for any deviation from a student’s legal name, has sparked nationwide concerns about the role of teachers in supporting student identity. This controversial case highlights growing tensions in US education systems about balancing inclusivity with strict state regulations.

PUTHAT 2025 registration deadline extended to April 16: Check direct link to apply here

Panjab University has extended the application deadline for the PUTHAT 2025 exam to April 16, 2025. The exam, a Computer-Based Test scheduled for April 25, 2025, offers admission to undergraduate programs in Hotel Management and Tourism. Candidates must have passed Class 12 with at least 50% marks to be eligible, and can apply through the university’s official website.

Trump administration freezes $1 billion in funding to Cornell, $790 million to Northwestern over Title VI concerns

The Trump administration has frozen $1 billion in funding for Cornell University and $790 million for Northwestern University amid Title VI investigations. The funding freeze concerns these universities’ compliance with federal civil rights laws, particularly regarding diversity programs and campus protests. Both institutions have expressed concern over the impact on vital research. This move is part of a broader effort to review the federal funding of elite US universities under the Trump administration’s policies.

Pennsylvania responds to Trump administration’s funding threat: ‘We follow civil rights laws’

Pennsylvania has affirmed its compliance with US civil rights laws in response to a Trump administration warning that schools promoting certain DEI programs may lose federal funding. The Pennsylvania Department of Education stated all school districts meet federal anti-discrimination standards. Governor Josh Shapiro urged congressional action, while other Democrat-led states took firmer stands. The US Department of Education extended the response deadline to April 24, intensifying the national debate over race-based education policies.

From Harvard labs to ICE cells: More than 340 international students and researchers face deportation from the US

More than 340 international students and researchers, including a Harvard Medical School researcher, have faced visa revocations and deportation threats in 2025. The US government’s increasing use of visa revocations for minor infractions or without explanation has sparked widespread fear among foreign nationals in prestigious universities. Cases like Kseniia Petrova’s, who was detained by ICE, highlight the growing concerns over due process, legal rights, and the unpredictability of deportation amid US immigration policies.

SCI JCA Admit Card 2025: Supreme Court of India releases hall ticket for Junior Court Assistant exam, download here

The Supreme Court of India has released the SCI JCA Admit Card 2025 for the upcoming Junior Court Assistant examination scheduled on April 13, 2025. Candidates can download their hall tickets from the official website. The exam will fill 241 JCA vacancies through a multi-stage selection process. Admit cards include crucial details such as venue, timings, and personal information. Carrying the admit card and valid ID is mandatory to appear for the examination.

IIITH PGEE 2025 admit card released, exam on April 19: Check direct link to download and other details here

The International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad has released admit cards for the Postgraduate Entrance Examination 2025. Registered candidates can download their hall tickets from pgadmissions.iiit.ac.in. The IIITH PGEE 2025 is scheduled for April 19, 2025. Candidates must carry the admit card and a valid photo ID to the exam center.