For students with dreams of Silicon Valley, a degree in Computer Science from Stanford University is often the ultimate goal. Home to some of the world’s top researchers and tech entrepreneurs, Stanford offers unmatched academic and networking opportunities. But excellence comes at a price, and for many international families, understanding the full cost of this…
The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has put the choice filling and locking process for Round 1 of NEET UG 2025 counselling on hold, triggering uncertainty among thousands of medical aspirants. The move was announced late Monday night via an official notification, which stated that the process has been “temporarily suspended” and a revised schedule will…
Columbia University has regained access to over $400 million in federal research funding following a controversial settlement with the US government. The move brings temporary relief for students involved in research and federally funded programs, but questions remain, especially for international students and those planning academic careers. Why it matters to students Federal research funding…
On August 4, Chaitanya Raj Singh Bhati, King (Maharawal) of the erstwhile kingdom of Jaisalmer, raised a pointed objection to a historical map published in the new National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Class 8 Social Science textbook. In a post shared on X, he drew attention to a map on page 71…
US states turn to trusts to sustain early education and child care systems The COVID-19 pandemic exposed just how essential child care is to the functioning of families, communities, and economies. During the crisis, US states relied heavily on federal funding through the American Rescue Plan (ARP) to keep early childhood systems running. These temporary…
Trump limits student load relief except for ICE agents In Donald Trump’s America, student loan forgiveness isn’t about public service — it’s about political service. As reported by The Intercept, while the administration moves to strip debt relief from teachers, legal advocates, and nonprofit workers, it’s dangling a $50,000 sign-on bonus and student loan forgiveness…
A new immigration reform bill introduced in the US Congress could place thousands of international students in the crosshairs of federal taxation. The proposal, tucked into the broader DIGNITY Act of 2025, seeks to end a long-standing tax exemption on the wages of foreign graduates working under the Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme, raising alarms…
Trump’s student loan reset explained On 1 August 2025, a quiet but consequential shift hit nearly eight million Americans enrolled in the Biden-era Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. After more than a year of relief, interest has resumed on their federal student loans, turning a fragile pause into a ticking debt bomb.The US…
The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has officially released the notification for the 4th Graduate Level Combined Competitive Examination (CGL 2025). This recruitment drive offers 1,481 vacancies across various government departments in Bihar. The online application process will begin on August 18, 2025, and end on September 17, 2025. Interested candidates must hold a graduate…
The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has released the city intimation slip for the Combined Hindi Translator (CHT) 2025 examination. Candidates who applied for the Junior Hindi Translator, Junior Translator, and Senior Hindi Translator posts can now check their allotted exam city and shift details by logging into the official SSC website — ssc.gov.in. The examination…
