The Latest Breaking News from Financial Aid

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.

The Economic Times · May 18

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 · May 15

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…

The Economic Times · May 15

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 · Mar 27

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 · Mar 25

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 · Mar 7

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 · Mar 7

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 · Mar 6

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 · Feb 19

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…

Times Life · Feb 11