Education

Supreme Court seeks answers as student mental health crisis grows across India’s top colleges. The rising incidence of student suicides at India’s top colleges, like IITs, IIMs, AIIMS, and NITs, has caught the eye of the Supreme Court. Since 2018, over 98 students have died, with 39 of these tragedies occurring at IITs alone, according…

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has announced an extension for the choice filling process for Round 3 of NEET UG 2025 counselling. Initially set to close earlier, the deadline now runs until 4 PM on October 16, 2025, following the addition of new seats across multiple medical colleges. This extension provides candidates another opportunity to…

The Directorate of Medical Education (DME), Madhya Pradesh has released the round 1 seat allotment result for the Madhya Pradesh Pre-Nursing Selection Test (MP PNST) 2025. Candidates who appeared for the counselling process can now check their allotment status on the official website at dme.mponline.gov.inAs per the official notification, candidates who have been allotted a…

The Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) will begin the online registration for ICAR Undergraduate (UG) counselling 2025 from 2 PM today, October 14, 2025. Candidates who have qualified the Common University Entrance Test – Undergraduate (CUET UG 2025) can apply for admission to UG programmes in agriculture and allied disciplines through the official counselling…

California is set to officially recognise Diwali as a state holiday. On Monday, October 6, 2025, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 268 (AB 268) into law, designating the Hindu festival of lights as a statewide holiday beginning in 2026. The festival, also known as Deepavali, is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists across…

Utah public colleges report higher student numbers in fall 2025 semester More students are going to college in Utah this fall. The Utah System of Higher Education reports total enrollment at 216,116 students. That is up from 207,005 in fall 2024. The increase shows that more people are choosing higher education. It also shows that…

In Silicon Valley and on Wall Street, the idea that working from 9 AM to 5 PM will get you to the top of the corporate ladder is increasingly being challenged. For a generation of young professionals hoping to balance ambition with a manageable lifestyle, the message from some of the world’s most influential chief…

In classrooms, bedrooms, and increasingly, on smartphones, artificial intelligence chatbots have become companions, tutors, and confidants for children and teenagers. Their reach is expanding rapidly, blurring lines between human guidance and automated interaction. Recognizing both the promise and the peril, California Governor Gavin Newsom on Monday signed legislation aimed at regulating these AI chatbots and…

The United States remains one of the most sought-after destinations for professionals, students, and investors worldwide. Its dynamic economy, cutting-edge research institutions, and cultural diversity continue to attract global talent. Yet, gaining lawful entry to work, study, or invest in the US is a nuanced process, governed by a complex system of visas. Understanding the…

The Education Department is facing another round of massive layoffs. The agency is still reeling from previous firings under the Trump administration. This round could cut nearly a fifth of its staff. Millions of students, especially those with disabilities and from low-income families, could feel the impact. Civil rights enforcement, after-school programmes, and K-12 initiatives…