US Education Department asks colleges to step up as student loan nonpayment rates rise

US Education Department warns colleges over rising student loan defaults The U.S. Department of Education has issued fresh guidance directing colleges and universities to strengthen their efforts to prevent student loan defaults. The Department reminded institutions of their shared responsibility under Title IV of the Higher Education Act (HEA) to support borrowers throughout their repayment […]
Odisha Class 10 Board Exams: 5.61 Lakh Students Appear as AI Surveillance Tightens Monitoring |

(PTI Photo)(PTI02_18_2026_000416B) The Odisha Class 10 board examination began today, January 19, 2026 with over 5.61 lakh students appearing across the state. The exams are being conducted by the Board of Secondary Education and will continue till March 2.The High School Certificate (HSC), Madhyama and Open School Certificate examinations started at 9 am and ended […]
Pensions will be disbursed before release of salaries: Himachal education department, ETEducation

Addressing the event, Sharma emphasised the importance of financial security for senior citizens and assured that payment of pensions would be treated as a top priority. Dharamshala, The Himachal Pradesh Board of School Education on Wednesday announced that pensions will now be disbursed before the release of salaries to serving staff. The decision is aimed […]
Worried about jobs and AI, Americans are heading back to school to stay ahead

Americans going back to schools The labour market may look calmer on paper. But for many Americans, it does not feel calm. After a year marked by uneven hiring and high-profile layoffs, the US employment picture began 2026 on a better-than-expected note. Fresh figures from the Department of Labor suggested some resilience, easing immediate fears […]
Deputy CM Bhatti’s Vision, ETEducation

Officials reviewed new employment initiatives for BC communities and the performance of the Mahalakshmi free bus travel scheme for women. Hyderabad: Deputy chief minister and finance minister Bhatti Vikramarka on Wednesday said the state govt will place health, education and welfare at the core of the upcoming budget, stressing that allocations must directly improve services […]
Work first or degree first? What one student’s dilemma teaches about career planning

Work experience or master’s degree A Reddit post doing the rounds this week reads like a private conversation many final-year students are having with themselves. The writer has a bachelor’s degree in sustainability, a stack of internships across tech, analytics and business, and a clear ambition: work in technology to solve environmental problems. Not hardcore […]
Bihar Legislative Council Protests Over Students Barred from Board Exams Due to Late Arrival, ETEducation

Participating in the discussion, BJP MLC Nawal Kishor Yadav pointed out that students are often sent from one place to another without clear information. Patna, Proceedings of the Bihar Legislative Council began on Wednesday amid strong protests by members over students being denied entry to the board examination centres due to late arrival. Raising the […]
The confidence lie: How corporate America forces workers to fake certainty while doubt eats away at their careers

The confidence lie: How corporate America forces workers to fake certainty while doubt eats away at their careers Picture a modern workplace, and you will see it brimming with people carrying the badge of confidence on their shoulders. While confidence was always admired, in today’s workplace, it is something that has become the mandate. Being […]
Rs 63,184 cr allocated to education in Gujarat Budget with focus on students, infra, ETEducation

Under Mission Schools of Excellence, Rs 3,055 crore has been allocated for infrastructural upgradation of primary and secondary schools, aimed at improving learning environments, strengthening facilities and ensuring quality education delivery across government institutions. Gandhinagar, Gujarat has earmarked Rs 63,184 crore for the education sector in the 2026-27 State Budget, with significant allocations directed towards […]
Bank of Baroda IT recruitment 2026 registration window closing today: Check direct link to apply here |

Bank of Baroda recruitment 2026: The Bank of Baroda will close the online registration window for its IT Recruitment 2026 today, February 19, 2026. This is the final chance for eligible candidates to submit their applications. After today, the portal will shut.The recruitment drive aims to fill 418 posts in the bank’s technology department. The […]