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West Bengal approves 7th Pay Commission: How salaries of state government employees may rise after cabinet’s go-ahead

West Bengal state government employees will see salary and pension increases with the 7th Pay Commission approval. A new Annapurna Bhandar scheme offers financial aid to women, linked to Lakshmir Bhandar.

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Double Borrowing Rule: Why Some Parents Are Blocked From New PLUS Loans

College bills keep climbing like a rocket with no brakes, and plenty of parents turn to Parent PLUS loans to keep the dream alive. Then comes the shocker: a parent applies for another federal loan and suddenly gets denied, even with decent income and a solid payment history. The reason…

Everybody Loves Your Money

Death toll from Uttar Pradesh's storm up to 117

Severe storms struck Uttar Pradesh this week, claiming over 111 lives. Gales, lightning, and heavy rain caused widespread destruction. Homes were damaged and trees uprooted, blocking roads. The state aid agency confirmed the rising death toll. One survivor recounted being lifted 50 feet by a gust of wind. Officials are…

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7 FAFSA Changes: Important Asset Rules Including Family-Owned Property Exemptions

College just got a little less mysterious—and a lot more strategic. Recent FAFSA updates have reshaped how assets factor into financial aid, and some of these changes could seriously shift eligibility in a student’s favor. Families who once worried about savings hurting their chances now see new opportunities to plan…

The Free Financial Advisor

University of Michigan shifts funding from DEI into its free tuition program, Go Blue Guarantee

The University of Michigan has more than doubled its financial aid through the Go Blue Guarantee, awarding nearly $56 million to over 6,300 students this year

The Independent UK

Texas high school students are applying for college financial aid at a record pace

Almost 60% of students have filled out the FAFSA, but advocates worry immigrant students are missing out.

The Texas Tribune

I’m a woman living with HIV – UK aid cuts are a betrayal to women and girls in sub-Saharan Africa

COMMENT: It is a confusing paradox to behold: while financial aid is being slashed, we are also in the middle of a transformative medical breakthrough, writes Yvette Raphael. The needs to support the rollout of the HIV prevention drug Lenacapavir

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The End of Grad PLUS Loans: How It Will Hit Graduate Students in the Wallet

Graduate PLUS loans are disappearing on July 1, 2026. Find out what the elimination means for your borrowing limits, repayment options, and what grad students should do right now.

International Business Times

New federal student loan limits affect social work graduate students, with impacts for survivors of domestic violence in Colorado and elsewhere

As of July 2026, graduate degree programs in nursing, public health, social work, public policy and more will no longer be defined as professional degrees by the Department of Education.

The Conversation

New FAFSA Rules in Could Change When — and How — Families Save for College

Are families about to rethink how they save for college starting right now? Changes to the financial aid system in the United States are already pushing parents, students, and planners to reconsider the timing and strategy behind college savings. The new rules connected to the application for federal student aid…

The Free Financial Advisor

5 Colleges With the Best Financial Aid, According to The Princeton Review

These colleges offer the most generous financial aid, lower tuition costs and strong scholarship support, according to The Princeton Review.

GOBankingRates

After Russia's intel support for Iran, 'Chinese' whispers of financial aid to Tehran? What report says

The United States has intel that China might be weighing financial aid for Iran along with spare parts and missile components, CNN reported citing three people familiar with the matter. This comes after reports that Russia has been supplying Iran with real-time intelligence on the locations of US military assets…

The Times of India

7 Financial Aid Programs Seniors Can Lose After Even a Small Income Increase

More seniors are getting on board with side hustles and looking for ways to earn extra cash (who isn’t, am I right?). Whether it’s from...

Saving Advice

5 People Who Supported Rajpal Yadav Financially After He Surrendered at Tihar Jail

On 5 February 2026, veteran Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav surrendered at Tihar Jail in Delhi in connection with a long-running cheque bounce and debt case amounting to nearly ₹9 crore. His emotional plea that he had “no money and no one to help” struck a chord across the entertainment industry…

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Kids Ain't Cheap

The 3 Most Expensive Mistakes Parents Make When Saving for College

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Here's Why You Can Afford to Ignore College Sticker Prices

College tuition fees can seem prohibitive, but don't let advertised prices stop you from applying. Instead, focus on net costs after grants and scholarships.

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6 Practical Steps to Help Keep Your Student Focused on College Rather Than the Financial Strain

Too many students drop out due to financial strain. This plan can help families plan for the costs and get timely aid that sees students through to graduation.

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7 ‘College Assets’ That Are Actually Disqualifying Your Child from Financial Aid

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Getting into university is only the first hurdle for students from rural South Africa. Here’s what comes next

As universities in South Africa prepare to admit a new group of students, thousands of young people from rural parts of the country hope for a life-changing opportunity.

Evening Standard

Pubs will get the support they need, vows Keir Starmer

The climbdown from a Budget decision comes after the sector raised concerns over increasing business rates.

Fortune

Disgraced millennial Frank founder Charlie Javice hits JPMorgan with $74 million legal bill, including $530 in gummy bears and $347 'afternoon snack'

Javice was convicted of fraud after selling her financial aid start-up Frank to JPMorgan for $175 million in 2021.

The Free Financial Advisor

Funding Risk: 4 College Savings Mistakes That Could Cost You a Fortune Later

College savings sounds like one of those “future you” problems—important, sure, but not urgent when life is busy, bills are loud, and kids are still small. Yet this is one of those financial topics where small missteps early can quietly snowball into massive regrets later. Tuition keeps climbing, student debt…

Benzinga

Trump's $12 Billion Aid For Farmers An 'Admission' That President's Policies Have Hurt Americans, Says This Economist

President Donald Trump’s $12 billion financial aid package for U.S. farmers who are currently reeling from the fallout of his administration’s trade and tariff policies, alongside low market prices, is being criticized by prominent economists, analysts, and even some farmers themselves.

Fortune

MacKenzie Scott has just given away $17 million to Oklahoma's oldest public community college, where 80% of its students receive financial aid

MacKenzie Scott is continuing her giving streak to colleges, this time with a $17 million “life-changing” donation to Northern Oklahoma College.

Benzinga

Andrew Yang Backs Trump's $2,000 Tariff Dividend Plan, Urges Democrats To 'Get Onboard' To Support Working Class

Andrew Yang, the former Democratic presidential nominee, has thrown his support behind President Donald Trump‘s proposal to provide direct financial aid to Americans.

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