Times of India

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the revised provisional Round 3 seat allotment result for NEET UG Counselling 2025 at mcc.nic.in. The update follows candidate concerns over earlier results. Candidates must report discrepancies by 3 PM, October 23, 2025, via email. MCC clarified the list is provisional and subject to change until the final result.

Canada’s international education sector faces an unprecedented slowdown, with new student arrivals dropping nearly 60% in 2025 compared to last year. Tighter permit caps, stricter financial and work regulations, and revised post-study pathways have deliberately shrunk the pipeline. The decline hits classrooms, campuses, and local economies, with Indian students—Canada’s largest overseas cohort—bearing the brunt of these structural changes.

The Mizoram Board of School Education (MBSE) has released the Mizoram Board Exam 2026 datesheet for HSLC and HSSLC examinations. Class 10 exams will run from February 19 to March 16, with practicals on February 11, while Class 12 exams start on February 9, concluding March 16, with practicals on February 2. Candidates can download the schedule from mbse.edu.in.

The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS) will close registrations for JNVST 2026 on October 23, 2025, for admission to Class 9 and Class 11. Candidates must apply via navodaya.gov.in before the deadline. The selection test, scheduled for February 7, 2026, offers students from rural areas a chance to join India’s premier residential schools, with a correction window available from October 24–26.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has released the RPF Constable Physical Admit Card 2025 for candidates appearing in the Physical Efficiency Test (PET) and Physical Measurement Test (PST) from November 13 to December 6. A total of 42,143 candidates qualified in the CBT will compete for 4,208 vacancies, with admit cards providing exam dates, reporting times, and venue details.

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) is set for a politically charged phase as the Election Committee announces the 2025-26 JNUSU election schedule. Polling on November 4 will decide key student leadership positions amid heightened campus activity. Media speculation suggests a fiercely contested election, with alliances and manifestos reflecting both campus concerns and broader socio-political currents.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) will close the objection window for the RRB NTPC Graduate Answer Key 2025 today, October 23, at 11:55 pm. Candidates can submit challenges through regional RRB websites by paying ₹50 per question. Valid objections will be refunded after verification. The CBT 2 exam was held on October 13, 2025.

The Institute of Company Secretaries of India (ICSI) has begun the enrolment process for the CS December Exam 2025 from October 23 to 25, 2025, at icsi.edu. Candidates can register, add modules, or apply for exemptions during this period. Requests for centre, medium, or module changes will be accepted from October 26 to November 21, 2025.

The Staff Selection Commission (SSC) has announced revised correction window dates for the Delhi Police 2025 recruitment for Constable, Head Constable, and Sub-Inspector posts. The window allows candidates to rectify errors in personal, educational, or application details. Applicants must complete corrections within the updated schedule, available on the official SSC website, to ensure eligibility and avoid disqualification.

UCO Bank has launched its Apprenticeship Program for FY 2025-26 under the Apprentice Act 1961, offering practical exposure in the banking sector. Online applications are open from October 21 to October 30, 2025, through the bank’s career portal or BFSI SSC portal. Candidates must register on the NATS portal and follow the official steps to apply.

A recent Pew Research Center survey reveals that AI adoption in US workplaces remains limited, with only 21% of workers using it for at least part of their jobs, up from 16% last year. Younger employees and those with higher education lead adoption, while most workers remain skeptical or disengaged, highlighting a growing gap between AI’s potential and its practical use.

The Trump administration has agreed to resume student loan forgiveness for roughly 2.5 million borrowers enrolled in income-driven repayment plans, following a lawsuit by the American Federation of Teachers (AFT). The settlement restores programs like ICR, PAYE, and PSLF, ensures reimbursements for excess payments, shields 2025 forgiveness from taxes, and signals renewed compliance with federal law.

The University of Virginia has reached a settlement with the Justice Department to resolve allegations of racial discrimination in admissions and hiring. Following President Jim Ryan’s resignation, UVA pledged to comply with anti-discrimination rules and submit quarterly reports through 2028. The agreement ends the investigation but raises broader questions about federal oversight and the future of DEI policies in higher education.

A new Pew Research Center survey released in October 2025 reveals that Americans are redefining what it means to “work in science.” While 86% associate science with biologists and 76% with engineers, many now see its presence beyond labs—58% cite farmers and 56% electricians as science-driven professionals, reflecting how scientific thinking increasingly underpins everyday work.

Yale University spent $370,000 on federal lobbying in Q3 2025, its highest this year, outpacing other Ivy League peers. The university’s efforts targeted tax reforms, research funding, and student aid amid threats to its endowment. Expanding its Washington presence, Yale worked with lobbying firms including Akin Gump and Brownstein Hyatt to engage Congress and the White House.

Former Connecticut official Konstantinos “Kosta” Diamantis has been convicted of extorting contractors while overseeing state-funded school construction projects. Found guilty on over 20 federal counts, Diamantis faces sentencing in January 2026. The case has prompted Governor Ned Lamont to reinforce oversight measures, highlighting ongoing concerns over corruption, ethics, and transparency in Connecticut’s public contracting system.

A new AACTE analysis reveals a two-decade decline in US education degrees, signalling a shrinking teacher pipeline. Bachelor’s and master’s awards have dropped sharply, while enrolments in traditional programmes continue to fall. Alternative certification routes, however, are growing, alongside greater diversity among graduates. Experts warn that inadequate investment in teacher preparation could worsen America’s teacher shortage.

Seven US lawmakers have urged President Trump to withdraw the proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee and introduce reforms promoting fairer, more efficient immigration. Their proposals include stronger oversight of outsourcing firms, easier visa portability, updated wage tiers, and a balanced fee system — measures that could reshape opportunities for Indian professionals and boost America’s innovation economy.

A new Scholars at Risk report warns that the United States, once a global leader in education, is undermining academic freedom under the Trump administration. With 40 incidents recorded in early 2025, ranging from funding revocations to scholar detentions, the report highlights growing federal control, attacks on diversity initiatives, and global repercussions for higher education autonomy.

The Trump administration has agreed to reinstate student loan forgiveness plans following a settlement with the American Federation of Teachers. The deal restores access to income-driven repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness schemes, allowing eligible borrowers debt cancellation and refunds. Those qualifying by 31 December, 2025 will avoid federal tax on forgiven debt, pending court approval.