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5 hijab flashpoints across Indian campuses: Classrooms, courtrooms, and the uniform question

Hijab row in Indian schools: 5 recent incidents sparking national debate on dress codes and rights. (AI Image) Hijab disputes in Indian classrooms are no longer isolated skirmishes; they sit at the fault line between institutional uniformity and constitutional liberty. Across several schools and colleges, authorities have variously barred, discouraged, or negotiated the headscarf triggering…

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BSF GD Constable recruitment 2025: Application begins for 391 vacancies, check direct link to apply here

The Border Security Force (BSF) has officially announced the recruitment of 391 vacancies for the position of Constable (General Duty) in Group “C” on a temporary basis. This recruitment drive offers an excellent opportunity for young candidates who aspire to serve in one of India’s premier paramilitary forces. Eligible candidates can apply online from October…

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What happens when SEVIS ends status? An Indian F-1 OPT student shares H-1B withdrawal experience in the US

Indian F-1 OPT student shares SEVIS termination experience after H-1B withdrawal A Reddit post recently brought attention to a tricky situation affecting international students in the United States. An Indian student on F-1 Optional Practical Training (OPT) found themselves unexpectedly out of status after an H-1B petition was withdrawn. The post highlights how SEVIS records…

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UPPSC APO 2025 application window closes today; apply now at uppsc.up.nic.in

UPPSC APO application deadline is today; apply online at uppsc.up.nic.in UPPSC APO recruitment 2025: The Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission (UPPSC) will close the application window for the Assistant Prosecution Officer (APO) Examination 2025 today. Eligible candidates who have not yet submitted their applications can apply online at the official website, uppsc.up.nic.in.The recruitment drive is…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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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…

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