University endowment tax hike is costing students, not just colleges: Here’s why it matters more than you think
A new US law significantly raising the endowment tax for wealthy private universities is leading to hiring freezes, staff cuts, and potential reductions in student financial aid. Institutions like Harvard,…
Can teachers opt out? What Mahmoud v. Taylor means for freedom of belief in schools
The US Supreme Court ruled in favour of parents in Mahmoud v. Taylor, affirming their right to opt their children out of primary school lessons involving LGBTQ+-themed storybooks on religious…
USCIS updates policy on CSPA age calculation for H-1B children: Here’s why thousands may lose green card eligibility after turning 21
USCIS has updated its policy on Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) age calculation, now using the Final Action Dates chart from the Department of State’s Visa Bulletin for visa availability.…
NCERT’s new Class 8 textbook omits Tipu Sultan and Mysore wars: Here’s why an expert panel is examining the content and how states can fill the gaps
The NCERT's new Class 8 Social Science textbook has omitted references to Tipu Sultan, Haidar Ali, and the Anglo-Mysore wars, prompting concerns. The Centre clarified that states have the flexibility…
RRB NTPC Result 2025: CBT 1 Graduate results soon at rrbcdg.gov.in; here’s how to check
RRB NTPC result 2025: The Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) are set to release the RRB NTPC CBT 1 Graduate results 2025 soon on rrbcdg.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam…
RPSC SI recruitment 2025: Application begins for 1,015 Sub Inspector posts in Rajasthan Police at rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in; apply here
RPSC SI recruitment 2025: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has opened applications for 1,015 Sub Inspector and Platoon Commander posts in the Rajasthan Police. Eligible candidates can apply online…
OpenAI’s GPT-5 replaces all previous versions: What students need to know about the smartest AI yet
OpenAI has launched GPT-5, replacing all previous versions including GPT-4o. Available on ChatGPT.com, GPT-5 offers improved writing, coding, and reasoning abilities. Students using the platform can benefit from its ability…
‘Goal is to crush Putin’s customers, India, China and Brazil’: Lindsey Graham on Putin’s 50% tariff
Senator Lindsey Graham said Trump's goal is to crush Russia's customers, India, China and Brazil. Senator Lindsey Graham said every country buying Russian oil and keeping President Vladimir Putin's war…
CBSE to introduce open-book exams for Class 9 from 2026-27 under NEP guidelines
The CBSE has approved the introduction of open-book assessments for Class 9 students from the 2026-27 academic session. The decision follows a successful pilot study and aligns with the NEP…
‘An abuse of system’: Cuomo proposes ‘Zohran’s Law’ to bar affluent New Yorkers from rent-stabilised apartments; suggests ‘means test’ in bill
Former New York governor Andrew Cuomo, left, and mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani (Image credits: AP)Former New York governor and mayoral candidate Andrew Cuomo on Monday proposed a bill dubbed “Zohran’s…
