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The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has opened online registrations for KSET 2025 at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in/kea. The exam is scheduled for November 2, 2025, covering 33 subjects. The last date to apply is September 18, with the fee payment deadline on September 19. Admit cards will be released on October 24. Eligibility includes a Master’s degree with at least 55% marks. Application fees vary by category, and only online submissions are accepted.

The Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board (JKSSB) has announced revised dates for the Junior Engineer (JE) exams in Civil and Electrical branches, now scheduled for September 7 and September 21, 2025, respectively. Fresh admit cards will be available on the JKSSB website from September 1 and September 15. Additionally, the Physical Endurance Test (PET) for Constable recruitment has been rescheduled to August 29 due to weather disruptions. The board denied paper leak claims, citing weather-related reasons for cancellation.

A national survey by the NSS reveals that rural students in India spend significantly less on school education due to higher reliance on government schools, where fees are minimal or waived. The average annual expenditure in government schools is Rs 2,863, compared to Rs 25,002 in non-government institutions. Urban households spend more on course fees and coaching. The report also highlights regional cost disparities and limited financial support through scholarships, with 95% of students depending on family funding.

Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar Bihar University (BRABU) has declared the 3rd Semester UG results for the 2023-27 batch, with exams held in April 2025. Students of BA, BSc, and BCom programs can now access their provisional results on the official BRABU result portal. The university advises students to check for discrepancies and prepare for the upcoming 4th semester exams.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) conducted a re-exam on August 29 for 59,500 candidates affected by technical glitches during the Selection Post Phase 13 exams held between July 24 and August 2. The decision followed mass protests in Delhi and led to three special exam shifts. SSC introduced reforms including Aadhaar-based authentication, new normalisation methods, and system upgrades with CDAC. The CGL 2025 exam was postponed, and Eduquity replaced TCS as the new exam conducting agency.

NHPC recruitment 2025: NHPC has announced the non-executive recruitment 2025 for 248 vacancies across various posts including Junior Engineer, Senior Accountant, and Assistant Rajbhasha Officer. The online application process begins on 2 September 2025 and ends on 1 October 2025. Candidates must meet age and qualification criteria and can apply via the official website nhpcindia.com. Selection will be through a written exam, document verification, and medical test. Salary ranges from ?29,600 to ?1,19,500 per month.

CBSE has set August 31, 2025, as the final date for Class 10 and 12 direct admissions and subject changes for the 2025-26 session. Schools must send records to CBSE Regional Offices by September 2, with approvals expected by September 15. Exceptions exist for government service transfers, requiring document submission within two days via the Harkara system.

The Andhra Pradesh Public Service Commission has released admit cards for the Forest Beat Officer and Assistant Beat Officer exams, scheduled for September 7, 2025. Candidates who applied under Notification No. 06/2025 to fill over 650 vacancies can download their hall tickets from the official APPSC website. The admit card contains crucial exam details and is mandatory for entry.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) has opened late registration for Class 10 and Class 12 exams 2026. Students must apply through their schools by September 3 with the required late fee paid by September 1. Registration is completed online by school principals via official portals. Corrections to applications can be made until September 8. Helpline support is available for registration assistance.

US President Donald Trump’s administration has cancelled dozens of federal education grants before their scheduled end, affecting over $1 billion in funding. Impacted programmes include school desegregation, special education, teacher training, and college access for disadvantaged students. According to EducationWeek, delays and cancellations are linked to executive orders targeting DEI initiatives. Many recipients have received no official updates, while key centres like REMS are shutting down despite prior approval to operate through 2030.

The Board of School Education Haryana (BSEH) will soon announce the HTET Result 2025 for PRT, TGT, and PGT posts. Candidates can download their scorecards and merit lists from bseh.org.in after the release. The delay was due to biometric verification, completed on August 26, 2025, to prevent irregularities. Candidates with biometric mismatches should regularly check the website for updates.

Forbes' 2025-2026 America's Top Colleges list prioritizes student outcomes and ROI, with MIT reclaiming the No. 1 position. Columbia University surprisingly jumps to No. 2, while Princeton falls to third. The rankings highlight institutions offering strong financial aid, high alumni salaries, and robust career prospects, particularly in STEM and tech.

Niche has released its 2026 list of the 25 most conservative universities in the US, with Liberty University in Virginia ranked first. The rankings are based on student-submitted surveys reflecting conservative political preferences. Two Alabama institutions — Samford University and Auburn University — made the list. Many top-ranked universities, such as Grove City College and Brigham Young University–Idaho, emphasise Christian or religious values as part of their academic and campus life, as reported by the AL.com.

Rishabh Agarwal, a bright IIT Bombay graduate, left Meta's Superintelligence Lab. He previously worked at Google Brain and DeepMind. Agarwal's decision to leave Meta surprised many. He secured an All India Rank of 33 in JEE. He also received an award at NeurIPS. He is an Adjunct Professor at McGill University. His next move is currently unknown.

US student loan repayment plans have changed significantly, with the SAVE plan discontinued and forgiveness benefits removed from several options. The Income-Based Repayment (IBR) plan now emerges as the best choice for many borrowers, despite a temporary pause on loan discharge. A new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) will launch in 2026, extending repayment terms. Borrowers face longer repayment periods and must be cautious of accruing interest during forbearance, as explained by education experts.

Facing frozen federal research grants, Ivy League universities navigate a complex landscape of compliance, compromise, and confrontation with the White House. Columbia settled with policy concessions, while Brown strategically invested in workforce development. Harvard's ongoing negotiations, balancing financial needs and academic independence, will set a precedent for future federal-university relations.

The US Department of Homeland Security has proposed a new rule preventing international students on F-1 visas from changing their courses, majors, or education levels during their first academic year. The rule also limits students from re-entering at the same or lower education levels after completing a programme. Other changes include fixed periods of stay, shorter grace periods, and increased visa scrutiny. The proposed regulation could increase paperwork, costs, and the risk of overstaying penalties.

Ohio University is restructuring its academic programs to comply with the Advance Ohio Higher Education Act. The university will suspend admissions to 11 programs, merge 18 others, and seek waivers for seven. These changes aim to reduce duplication, improve efficiency, and align with workforce needs, ensuring current students are not disrupted and faculty positions remain secure.

The White House has clarified that US President Donald Trump is not increasing student visas for Chinese nationals, addressing confusion over a quoted figure of 600,000 students. As reported by Fox News, officials confirmed the number reflects a two-year cumulative total, not a policy shift. With over 270,000 Chinese students currently in the US, the visa policy remains unchanged. The clarification comes amid ongoing US-China trade discussions, where educational exchanges remain a topic.

The US Department of Education has found Denver Public Schools in violation of Title IX for its all-gender restroom policy. This decision, triggered by complaints at East High School, prioritizes sex-based definitions over gender identity, potentially impacting DEI initiatives nationwide. Denver schools face enforcement action if they don't revert the policy within 10 days.