Only certain borrowers are getting student loans wiped under Trump’s plan: Here’s why it’s so limited
Only IBR plan qualifies for US student loan cancellation under Trump. (Getty Images) In recent weeks, a limited group of federal student loan borrowers in the US has received emails from the Department of Education confirming that their remaining loan balances will be cancelled. The development marks a rare move toward debt relief under the […]
Gavin Newsom signs law to fast-track college entry: How this will help students
California Governor Gavin Newsom. (Getty Images) California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed SB 640 into law, establishing a direct admissions programme that will automatically offer qualifying high school seniors places at Cal State universities. This new law aims to simplify the college application process and boost enrolment across the public university system.The initiative builds on […]
Australian rainforests no longer carbon sink: Study
SYDNEY: Australia’s tropical rainforests are among the first in the world to start leaking more carbon dioxide than they absorb, scientists said Thursday as they linked the worrying trend to climate change. The world’s rainforests are typically thought of as crucial “carbon sinks,” sucking huge quantities of planet-heating emissions from the atmosphere.But new research has […]
Ontario defends controversial residency rules for international medical graduates despite criticism
Ontario sticks to residency rules for international medical graduates despite backlash Ontario is facing growing opposition over a new policy that limits eligibility for international medical graduates applying to first-round residency positions, but the province has made it clear that the rule will remain in place. The policy requires IMGs, doctors who trained outside Canada […]
Who is Matthew Beckman? The statistics professor at Penn State University recognised with the Waller Education Award by ASA
Matthew Beckman, associate research professor of statistics at Penn State University, has recently been awarded the 2025 Waller Education Award by the American Statistical Association, as reported by Penn State’s official news portal. The award recognises individuals who have made significant contributions to the teaching of statistics or data science. Beckman was selected for his […]
After MIT, Brown University rejects Trump’s funding deal over academic freedom concerns: Should universities sacrifice autonomy for financial gain?
Brown University rejects US education deal over academic freedom concerns. (AI Image) Brown University has formally rejected a funding proposal from the Trump administration, stating that the deal poses a threat to academic freedom and institutional autonomy. The proposal, presented to a select group of universities, offered access to increased federal funding in return for […]
India’s biotech surge builds momentum but faces scale bottlenecks
India’s biotech surge has been nothing short of extraordinary over the past several years. From a modest count of roughly 500 startups in 2018, the number has soared to over 10,000 in 2025. This rapid expansion is supported by a network of 94 incubators across 25 States, fuelling innovation that’s transforming healthcare and the life […]
SSC Constable, Head Constable recruitment 2025: last day to apply for 1200+ posts at ssc.gov.in
SSC Constable, Head Constable recruitment 2025: Last day to apply at ssc.gov.in SSC constable recruitment 2025: The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) is closing the application window for Constable and Head Constable recruitment 2025 today. Over 1200 vacancies are available for various posts in Delhi Police, including Assistant Wireless Operator (AWO), Tele-Printer Operator (TPO), and Constable […]
RPSC Statistical Officer recruitment 2025 notification released: Check complete details here
RPSC Statistical Officer 2025: The Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC) has announced the commencement of its recruitment drive for Statistical Officer posts, inviting online applications from eligible candidates beginning October 28, 2025. The registration window will remain open until November 26, 2025, through the official RPSC portal, rpsc.rajasthan.gov.in. The application form will start on October […]
These US job sectors could offer a sigh of relief amid widespread slowdown
The US labour market is navigating uncharted waters. In August 2025, total nonfarm payroll employment increased by just 22,000 jobs, marking a significant slowdown compared with prior months and signaling a potential cooling in the post-pandemic recovery phase. According to the report obtained by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the unemployment rate remained steady […]