Times of India

Thousands of recent American computer science graduates face a daunting labor market reshaped by economic uncertainty, trade turbulence, and the rapid rise of AI. Traditional entry-level tech roles are shrinking, while automation redefines skills and opportunities. Adaptability, continuous learning, and AI fluency are now essential, forcing students to pivot, retrain, and rethink career strategies in an unpredictable workforce.

The Intelligence Bureau is recruiting 258 Assistant Central Intelligence Officers (Technical) for 2025. Engineering graduates with a valid GATE score can apply without a written exam. The selection involves GATE scores, an interview, and document verification. This offers a stable, rewarding career in a prestigious government agency with a salary between ₹44,900 and ₹1,42,400 monthly.

A conservative legal group has filed a federal civil rights complaint against Washington University School of Medicine, alleging unlawful diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) practices. The complaint claims the university prioritizes race and identity over merit in admissions, faculty hiring, and curricula, potentially impacting patient care. This action could spark broader scrutiny of DEI initiatives in federally funded institutions.

Sri Padmavati Mahila Visvavidyalayam (SPMVV), Tirupati, released the AP LAWCET 2025 seat allotment results, enabling candidates of AP LAWCET and PG LAWCET counselling to check their allotment via the official portal. Self-reporting is scheduled from October 27 to 29, 2025, with classes starting on October 27. Candidates must complete certificate verification to secure admission.

The American workforce is undergoing a profound transformation. Once defined by white-collar stability, it now rests on the shoulders of nearly four million health and personal care aides—the nation’s most common job with a median wage of $34,000. Data from CNBC Make It reveals a stark portrait of modern labor: a widening wage divide where essential workers sustain America’s cities but remain chronically undervalued.

Contrary to fears of AI replacing jobs, a Harvard study reveals ChatGPT acts as a practical assistant for students and employees. Young adults use it for research and learning, while professionals leverage it for productivity boosts in tasks like summarising and editing. This integration enhances human capabilities, not replaces them, democratising access to AI tools.

Sahil Reddy Bloom, a Stanford alumnus and former baseball player, pivoted from a potential pro career after an injury to finance. By 30, he achieved traditional success but found it unfulfilling. He now champions a broader definition of wealth, encompassing financial, time, social, mental, and physical well-being, urging a life balanced with purpose and meaning.

Once ranked last in education, Mississippi has defied expectations to become one of America’s fastest-improving states, now standing 16th nationwide. Through a decade of evidence-based literacy reform, renewed focus on phonics, and strong teacher training, the state transformed its classrooms. The so-called “Mississippi Miracle” reflects not luck but deliberate policy, persistence, and collective belief in every child’s potential.

New York City public schools are becoming vital support systems for students with parents detained by ICE. Schools offer legal guidance on guardianship, provide material aid like phone call funds and essentials, and deliver crucial emotional support and trauma counseling. This comprehensive approach aims to keep students in school and connected to resources amidst family crises.

Los Angeles Unified School District, the nation's second-largest, has achieved its highest test scores ever, marking a significant turnaround. Improvements span all grades and subjects, notably in disadvantaged schools. Superintendent Alberto Carvalho's data-driven approach, including new curricula and teacher training, is credited for this broad-based progress, shifting the district towards renewal.

The nationwide push to end remote work is quietly widening America’s gender pay gap. According to the US Census Bureau, women now earn 81 cents for every dollar earned by men, the widest gap since 2016. Economists link this reversal to return-to-office mandates that are driving women, especially mothers, to lower-paying or flexible roles.

The University of Louisiana at Lafayette (UL) has cut 51 positions and vacated 19 others to reduce a $25 million structural budget deficit. Interim President Jaimie Hebert confirmed layoffs affected multiple divisions, including civil service and non-civil service employees. Offices restructured include Communications and Marketing and Auxiliary Services, while Sustainability was closed. The university has reduced $20 million of the deficit and plans further cuts to address remaining financial shortfalls, amid audits highlighting past fiscal challenges.

Columbia University’s operating income fell 63% in FY25, reaching $112.6 million, as expenses rose 5.3% while revenues grew just 2.1%. Flat federal grant funding, including $400 million in terminations by the Trump administration, contributed to financial strain. The university laid off nearly 180 staff tied to federally funded projects and used its Research Stabilization Fund to support ongoing work. Despite the decline, net assets rose to $20.5 billion, and donor-restricted funds grew to $10.9 billion.

The University of Texas (UT) is in discussions with the Trump administration over a proposed Compact for Excellence in Higher Education. The agreement links federal funding to tuition freezes, caps on international student enrolment, and adherence to strict gender definitions. UT officials have remained silent, while faculty and student publications express concerns about academic freedom. The decision may ultimately involve Governor Greg Abbott, with the White House requesting a signed agreement by Nov. 21, Axios reported.

Black enrollment at elite US colleges has dropped sharply in the two years following the Supreme Court’s AFF ban, an Associated Press analysis finds. Data from 20 selective colleges shows declines at nearly all institutions, with some campuses reporting Black students as little as 2% of the freshman class. Princeton, Harvard, and Columbia saw significant decreases. Students and campus communities have noted the shift, while federal scrutiny from President Trump’s administration continues over admissions practices.

The 2024 American Time Use Survey (ATUS) by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) found that remote employees worked an average of 5.14 hours per day, 2.65 hours less than office-based workers. The study revealed differences by gender, education, and industry, with construction showing the steepest remote decline. While 33 per cent of workers performed tasks from home in 2024, the share of men doing so fell compared with 2023.

Prashant Kishor, a UN-trained public health professional, has become one of India’s leading political strategists and recently launched his own party, Jan Suraaj, in Bihar. Born in Sasaram, Bihar, he transitioned from public health to political campaigns, working with multiple parties including BJP, JD(U), INC, AAP, TMC, and DMK. Known for pioneering innovative campaign strategies, Kishor played a key role in several state and national elections before formally entering politics while not contesting personally.

Sudarshan Kamath, Indian-origin founder of Smallest AI, is offering roles to employees laid off from Meta Platforms’ AI division. The San Francisco-based startup seeks talent with expertise in speech evaluation, speech generation, and full-duplex speech-to-speech systems, offering salaries between $200,000 and $600,000 plus equity. Kamath’s career spans IIT Guwahati, UC San Diego, Bosch, Vakilsearch, and Toppr. His initiative joins other startups recruiting displaced Meta AI employees amid recent large-scale layoffs, with severance packages covering 16 weeks.

The 2026 state board exams for class 10 and 12 across MP, Maharashtra, Bihar, UP, and Rajasthan are gradually taking shape. MP Board has released the full timetable, Maharashtra has announced dates, and Bihar, UP, and Rajasthan are expected to release schedules in the coming months. Practical exams are usually held 2–4 weeks before theory exams. The article provides detailed exam dates, practical schedules, timings, and official board links, along with a comprehensive comparison table for all five states.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) is expected to declare the CA September Result 2025 by November 3. Candidates from the Foundation, Intermediate, and Final exams can check their results on icai.org using their registration number and roll number. Along with individual scores, ICAI will release the pass percentage and merit list. The article provides step-by-step instructions to check results and details the qualifying criteria and exam schedule for all CA levels.