Kerala Minister Sivankutty justifies longer school hours amid row over new academic calendar, ET Education
The court instructed the state to revisit the calendar, consult stakeholders, and align it with existing laws Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala General Education Minister, V Sivankutty, on Sunday defended the state’s new academic calendar for 2025-26, which includes longer school hours and select working Saturdays to meet “national and state education standards.” Under the revised timetable, high […]
In the US, 7 in 10 girls say college is key to jobs and life success, new poll shows
Most US teens see college as crucial despite challenges, AP-NORC survey shows. (AI Image) A recent survey conducted by The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research reveals a significant shift in the perception of higher education among US teenagers. According to the data, 62% of teenagers aged 13 to 17 say it is “extremely” […]
Group Captain Shukla has completed all seven microgravity experiments onboard ISS: ISRO
Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is headed back to earth after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS), has completed all seven microgravity experiments. Photo credit: X/@ISROSpaceflight Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who is headed back to earth after an 18-day stay at the International Space Station (ISS), has completed […]
US engineer catches HR red-handed trying to yank his pension rug—wins big!
US employee fights back against HR pension sabotage and wins full retirement benefits. (AI Image) In a tale of workplace perseverance and sharp wit, a veteran US employee narrowly avoided being pushed out just weeks before qualifying for his pension. After decades of service at a Forbes 500 company, he found himself under scrutiny by […]
These 5 universities in the US no longer require GRE
The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) was once considered a non-negotiable benchmark for graduate school admissions in the United States. It tested analytical writing, verbal reasoning, and quantitative aptitude in a format designed to offer standardised comparisons. In 2025, that standard is no longer universally upheld.Many universities across the USA have moved towards test-optional or test-free […]
How America’s retreat from student lending risks deepening inequality in graduate education
For decades, America’s graduate education system rested on a fragile yet powerful premise: that the federal government would serve as a reliable lender of last resort, ensuring that economic background was not a barrier to intellectual ambition. That social contract, quietly forged through policies like federal Direct PLUS loans and income-driven repayment plans, is now […]
7 study mistakes sabotaging your competitive exam dreams
For millions of aspirants, cracking a competitive exam—be it UPSC, NEET, JEE, CAT, or SSC—is the holy grail of academic success. Libraries become second homes, mock tests become routine, and hours are clocked into exhaustive preparation schedules. Yet, despite intense effort and commitment, many fall short. Why?Contrary to popular belief, it’s not always lack of […]
Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla prepares to head back home
Ahead of his journey back to Earth, Indian astronaut Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla on Sunday (July 13, 2025) said that today’s India looks ambitious, fearless, confident, and full of pride. “Forty-one years ago, an Indian went to space, and he also described how India looks from above, and you all want to know how India […]
TNEA counselling 2025 round 1 choice filling begins at tneaonline.org: Check direct link here
The Directorate of Technical Education (DoTE), Tamil Nadu, has officially opened the round 1 choice filling window for Tamil Nadu Engineering Admissions (TNEA) 2025 from July 14. Eligible candidates can log in at tneaonline.org and select their preferred colleges and courses. The deadline to complete and lock choices is July 16, 2025.This phase is applicable […]
‘Lord of the Rings’ director backs idea to revive New Zealand’s moa
Filmmaker Peter Jackson owns one of the largest private collections of bones of an extinct New Zealand bird called the moa. His fascination with the flightless ostrich-like bird has led to an unusual partnership with a biotech company known for its grand and controversial plans to bring back lost species. On July 8, Colossal Biosciences […]