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THE World University Rankings 2026: The THE World University Rankings 2026 highlight the US dominance in global higher education with 13 universities placing in the top 20. Institutions like MIT, Princeton, Harvard, and Stanford lead the pack, showcasing strengths in research, teaching, and industry partnerships. However, uneven performance is evident, with some universities slipping in rankings amid shifting global and domestic dynamics. The list reflects both the resilience and challenges facing US higher education today.

Nine British universities are establishing campuses in India, a significant step in bilateral academic collaboration. This initiative provides Indian students access to world-class higher education domestically, strengthening educational ties and boosting the UK economy. The expansion aims to deepen science and technology links and address growing demand for higher education in India.

Massachusetts 8th graders struggled on their first Civics MCAS, with only 39% meeting expectations. This reflects challenges like a new test, limited instructional time, Covid disruptions and vague standards. Teachers also face political sensitivities and varying preparation. Addressing these issues requires prioritising depth, extending time and investing in professional development for better civic education.

NEET PG 2025 counselling, managed by MCC, is set to commence in mid-October for postgraduate medical admissions. The process involves multiple rounds including AIQ, Deemed Universities, and Central Universities, with registration, choice filling, seat allotment, and reporting to colleges as key steps. Eligibility requires NEET PG qualification, Indian nationality, completed internship, and medical registration.

The Board of Secondary Education, Assam, has extended the application deadline for the HSLC 2026 examinations. Students now have until October 21, 2025, to submit their forms. Payments can be made until October 24, 2025. This extension accommodates the festive season. The HSLC exams are scheduled for February-March 2026. Candidates must complete the process to be eligible.

Laptops empower students to transition from passive learning to active creation, fostering essential future-ready skills. They serve as laboratories for coding, studios for design, and sandboxes for experimentation, enabling students to build ideas, apps, and stories. This shift redefines classrooms, equipping students with the agency to imagine, test, and produce.

The UKPSC has announced the PCS Prelims Result 2025. Candidates can check their roll numbers on the official website. Those who cleared the prelims will now prepare for the descriptive Mains examination. This is a crucial step in the recruitment process for administrative posts in Uttarakhand. The Mains exam schedule will be released soon.

The RPSC has announced the RAS mains result 2025, with 2,461 candidates declared successful. The mains exam was held on June 17 and 18, 2025, across multiple centres in Rajasthan in two shifts daily. Over 21,000 candidates qualified for the mains, following nearly 3.75 lakh prelims attendees. The result PDF is available on the official RPSC website. A total of 1,096 posts will be filled through this recruitment process.

PM Internship Scheme 2025: The PM Internship Scheme 2025 offers 12-month internships to youth aged 18-24 across India’s top 500 companies in sectors like banking, energy, and hospitality. Targeting 1.25 lakh interns initially, it provides financial support, insurance, and practical experience. Eligible candidates with ITI, diploma, or degree qualifications can apply online free of charge. The scheme aims to enhance skill development and employment opportunities, bridging academic learning with real-world work environments.

The Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) has confirmed that the RRB NTPC CBT 2 admit card has not yet been released. Fake news circulating on social media about its availability is false. Candidates are urged to download their admit cards only from official regional RRB websites once released. The CBT 2 exam is scheduled for October 13, 2025, with 11,558 vacancies for graduate and undergraduate posts.

US President Donald Trump has been nominated for the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize amid international endorsements. This article explores the educational backgrounds of the four American presidents who previously won the Nobel Peace Prize: Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, Jimmy Carter, and Barack Obama. It details their academic achievements, presidential tenures, reasons for receiving the prize, and current status, highlighting their diverse educational journeys from Harvard and Princeton to the US Naval Academy and beyond.

Diwali school holidays in 2025 will span five days from October 18 to October 23, covering Dhanteras, Narak Chaturdashi, Chhoti Diwali, Diwali, Govardhan Puja and Bhai Dooj. Schools across several states will remain closed during this festive period, providing students an extended break. Parents should check with their child’s school as holiday dates may differ by region and management. This long festive break allows families to celebrate traditional events and spend quality time together.

New insights from Harvard research indicate some college majors may face diminishing returns. Employers increasingly value specific skills over general degrees. This trend suggests certain fields could lose appeal. Students are advised to consider majors that offer adaptability and clear industry alignment. Future-proof your education by focusing on in-demand skills and specialisations.

Remembering industrialist Ratan Tata on his death anniversary: His profound wisdom offers students guidance on integrity, resilience and purpose. His timeless quotes, like transforming criticism into monuments and the importance of collaboration, inspire a balanced approach to success, emphasising character and contribution over mere speed or solo achievements. Tata's legacy encourages responsible dreaming and authentic growth.

Bihar STET admit card 2025: The Bihar School Examination Board (BSEB) will release the Secondary Teacher Eligibility Test (STET) 2025 admit card on October 11, 2025, at bsebstet.org. The exam, conducted through Computer Based Test (CBT), starts on October 14. Candidates can download the admit card using their user ID and password. The exam features two papers covering various subjects, with specific passing marks for different categories. Detailed instructions for downloading the admit card are provided on the official website.

RRB NTPC UG result 2025: The RRB NTPC UG Result 2025 is expected to be released soon on rrbcdg.gov.in, likely in mid-October. The recruitment covers 3,445 vacancies across various posts including Commercial cum Ticket Clerk and Junior Clerk cum Typist. Candidates can check their results and merit lists online by following simple steps. The selection process also includes CBT-II or Typing Skill Tests for certain posts, followed by document verification and medical examination.

UPSSSC Mains Result 2025: The UPSSSC Mains Result 2025 for Combined Junior Assistant, Junior Clerk and Assistant Level-III posts has been declared. Candidates who appeared in the main examination can check their results on the official UPSSSC website. The results are based on the written test under Advertisement No.-08-Exam/2023 and will be visible until October 28, 2025. Selected candidates will move forward in the recruitment process based on their scores.

The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) has raised serious concerns over what it describes as a governance crisis at JNU. In its report, the body highlights declining SC and ST student enrolments, irregular faculty recruitment, reduced research admissions, and halved academic expenditure. The report criticises the growing centralisation of power under the Vice Chancellor, bypassing established appointment norms and compromising the university’s academic ethos and inclusive character.

The University of Oxford tops the THE World University Rankings 2026 for the tenth year running, while US universities show signs of decline amid political and funding pressures. Asia’s elite universities stall after years of rapid progress, though wider regional growth continues. The UK maintains strength at the top but faces challenges in lower-ranked institutions. Demographic shifts and policy constraints signal ongoing change in the global higher education landscape, as detailed by Times Higher Education.

Terri Lesley, a former library director in Campbell County, Wyoming, has received a $700,000 settlement after being dismissed in 2023 amid a dispute over LGBTQ+ and sex education books in a public library. Lesley claimed her termination violated her First Amendment rights. Campbell County denied wrongdoing, citing performance issues. The case has ended with the payout, but a separate lawsuit against individuals involved in the book objections continues, as reported by the Associated Press.