Times of India

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith plans to introduce the Back to School Act, forcing teachers back to classrooms amid a three-week strike over pay, class size, and workload. The government may invoke the notwithstanding clause, potentially curbing constitutional strike rights, sparking nationwide labour concerns. Critics warn this could escalate tensions with unions, weaken collective bargaining, and set a precedent for future public-sector disputes. While schools may reopen, underlying issues remain unresolved, turning a classroom conflict into a constitutional showdown.

IB SA MT admit card 2025: The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has released the IB Security Assistant Motor Transport (SA MT) admit card 2025. Candidates for 455 posts can download their hall tickets from official portals www.mha.gov.in or www.ncs.gov.in. The IB SA MT exam is scheduled for October 30, 2025. The admit card contains essential details such as exam centre, reporting time, shift, candidate information, and instructions. Candidates must carry a printed copy and valid photo ID to the examination centre.

REPCO Bank admit card 2025: REPCO Bank has issued the admit cards for the 2025 recruitment examination of Customer Service Associates (CSA) and Clerks on its official website, repcobank.com. Candidates can download their call letters using their registration number and date of birth. The written examination is scheduled for November 08, 2025, at centres across the country. Applicants must carry their admit card and valid photo identification proof to the examination hall for verification.

CLAT 2026 registration: The Consortium of National Law Universities (NLUs) will close the CLAT 2026 registration process on October 31, 2025. Candidates seeking admission to undergraduate and postgraduate law programmes across 22 National Law Universities must apply online via consortiumofnlus.ac.in/clat-2026. The CLAT 2026 exam will be conducted offline on December 7, 2025, from 2 PM to 4 PM. Applicants are advised to complete the registration process before the deadline to avoid last-minute issues.

F-1 visa applicants risk refusal under Section 214(b) if they cannot convincingly demonstrate intent to return home after studies. Even strong academic and familial ties may be questioned during brief consulate interviews. To improve chances, students should clearly document home-country connections, justify their programme choice, prepare thoroughly for interviews, and consider reapplying only with strengthened circumstances.

Kerala CEE has flagged 967 NEET PG 2025 applications with errors. Candidates must correct defective certificates or improperly formatted signatures and re-upload documents by 5 pm, October 27, 2025, via cee.kerala.gov.in. No further correction window will be offered. Nativity-related rules clarified; non-Keralite parents remain eligible but without reservation benefits. Strict adherence to file format and size guidelines is mandatory.

India Post Payments Bank is recruiting 348 GDS Executives nationwide, offering a golden chance for graduates to join government banking. Applications are open from October 9 to October 29, 2025. Selection hinges on graduation marks, with a monthly salary around ₹30,000. This drive aims to boost rural and semi-urban banking services.

The Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB) has opened registrations for the Sub Inspector and Subedar recruitment 2025, offering 500 posts in the MP Police. Applications can be submitted at esb.mp.gov.in until November 10, 2025, with corrections allowed till November 15. The exam is scheduled for January 9, 2026, in two shifts.

Two Tamil Nadu IIT alumni, Sundar Pichai and Aravind Srinivas, showcase distinct paths to global tech leadership. Pichai, a seasoned Google/Alphabet CEO, exemplifies perseverance and balanced leadership. Srinivas, Perplexity AI's founder, embodies disruptive innovation and entrepreneurial spirit. Both highlight the transformative power of Indian education, inspiring different generations with their unique achievements.

Justice Surya Kant, set to become India’s 53rd Chief Justice on 23 November 2025, has risen from a humble background in Hisar, Haryana, to the Supreme Court. Known for his constitutional clarity and social empathy, he has served as Advocate General, Chief Justice of Himachal Pradesh High Court, and now as Executive Chairman of NALSA.

The Staff Selection Commission is expected to release the SSC CGL Tier 1 Result 2025 in early November on ssc.gov.in. Candidates who appeared for the exam conducted between September 12-26, 2025, can check their roll numbers in the result PDF and access individual scorecards. Successful candidates will advance to the Tier 2 examination.

The National Testing Agency (NTA) is accepting applications for the All India Sainik Schools Entrance Examination (AISSEE) 2026 for admission to Classes 6 and 9. The application deadline is October 30, 2025, with fee payment due by October 31. The exam will be held in January 2026. Three new schools have been added under the Defence Ministry initiative.

The Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission (UPSSSC) has released its quarterly exam calendar for the 2025-26 session at upsssc.gov.in. The schedule includes exams for Forest Guard, Draftsman, Stenographer, Junior Assistant, and Female Health Worker posts, starting November 9, 2025. Candidates can download the official PDF calendar and check detailed exam dates and timings online.

The registration deadline for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) 20 is October 28, 2025, with the exam scheduled for November 30, 2025. Law graduates with an LL.B. degree and State Bar Council enrollment are eligible to apply online for this qualifying exam, which grants a Certificate of Practice. The admit card will be available on November 15, 2025.

A 20-year-old Delhi University student faced an acid attack near Laxmi Bai College. This incident reignites concerns about women's safety in Delhi. The attack occurred in broad daylight, involving three men. Authorities are investigating, and student groups are demanding concrete safety measures. The event underscores a persistent gap between assurances and action regarding women's security in the capital.

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has entered the key phase of its 2025-26 student union elections, with candidates filing nominations on October 27. The final list of contestants will be released on October 28, followed by campaigning, debates, and polling on November 4. Results are expected on November 6, reflecting the campus’s dynamic political landscape.

Rajasthan VDO aspirants can check their exam city on October 28, 2025, via the city intimation slip. The offline exam for 850 vacancies is scheduled for November 2, 2025. This slip, available on the official RSSB website, helps candidates plan travel before the admit card release. Log in with application number and date of birth to download.

Cyclone Montha is intensifying over the Bay of Bengal. Odisha and Andhra Pradesh are on high alert. Schools are closed and evacuations are underway in coastal districts. Extremely heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected. The storm is predicted to make landfall soon. Authorities are coordinating efforts to ensure safety and minimize damage.

The registration for the CSIR UGC NET December 2025 exam closes today, October 27, 2025, at 11:50 pm, on csirnet.nta.nic.in. The fee payment deadline is October 28, while corrections can be made from October 30 to November 1. The exam will be held on December 18, 2025, offering eligibility for JRF and Assistant Professorship.

The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) is set to release the Bihar board exam date sheet 2026 for Classes 10 and 12 soon. Students can download the timetable from biharboardonline.com or biharboardonline.bihar.gov.in. The exams will be held in two shifts: 9:30 AM to 12:45 PM and 1:45 PM to 5:00 PM.