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Anil Kochhar, an inspiring Indian-American entrepreneur, has made headlines with his extraordinary contribution aimed at eradicating the student loan debts of all 176 graduates from Johnson C. Smith University, a key historically Black college located in North Carolina.

Mark Cuban strongly advises students against taking on massive debt for college, calling it the "dumbest thing you can do." He recommends starting at community college to save money, emphasizing that foundational learning is the same regardless of institution. Cuban believes student loan policies have contributed to rising tuition costs.

The US department of education has opened an investigation into Smith College over its admission policy allowing transgender women to enrol. The inquiry will examine compliance with Title IX rules on sex-based discrimination and single-sex education. The case follows a complaint and comes amid wider debate on admission policies in women’s colleges in the United States.

Telugu students in the US are facing severe financial distress due to a challenging job market and stricter visa rules. Many are struggling to repay hefty education loans, with some resorting to part-time jobs to survive. The pressure to send money home and avoid burdening parents exacerbates their silent struggles.

GITAM School of Science is inviting applications for its 2026 academic year undergraduate, postgraduate, and Ph.D. programs through the GITAM Admission Test (GAT-2026). The application deadline is May 14, with exams on May 17. The university offers diverse science degrees, including specialized minors, and provides scholarships up to 100% with additional waivers for core science students.

In a bold stand for their rights, Naga students are calling for immediate accountability from the managing director of NISCE and his associates, citing allegations of fraud and financial misconduct. The students, who diligently paid their full tuition fees, have been left in the lurch with no access to the promised coaching services after several centers abruptly shut down.

A surge of legislative proposals in the US targets the H-1B visa program, proposing significant restrictions and even abolition. While some measures aim to protect American jobs, experts warn against blunt policies. The article suggests reforms like Australia's skilled occupation list and Canada's points-based system could offer better solutions for attracting global talent.

Transgender athlete AB Hernandez won three jumping events at a California girls track meet, leading to protests and counterprotests outside the competition. Advocacy group Save Girls Sports criticized state policies, while supporters defended transgender athletes and pointed to CIF rules that protect placements for biological female athletes. The controversy has again placed California at the center of the national debate over transgender participation in girls sports.

Cape Breton University’s delegation to India has resulted in the signing of three MoUs with academic institutions as part of efforts to expand higher education partnerships. The visit, led by president David C Dingwall, focused on student mobility, research collaboration and hybrid learning models, while exploring ties with universities and institutions across multiple cities