Times of India

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has released the CA January 2025 exam schedule, covering Foundation, Intermediate, Final courses, and specialized assessments in taxation and risk management. Registrations open on November 3, 2025, closing on November 16, with a late window until November 19. Exams will not be held on January 14 due to national festivals.

The Delhi Development Authority (DDA) is set to recruit for 1,732 positions across various departments, with the online application process expected to commence on October 6, 2025, and tentatively conclude on November 5, 2025. Interested candidates can apply through the official DDA website. The selection process includes an online examination.

The Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC) is preparing to release the Teacher Recruitment Examination (TRE) 4.0 notification for 2025, aiming to fill approximately 27,910 teaching positions across Bihar's primary, middle, secondary, and senior secondary schools. The online application process will commence following the notification release, with the exam tentatively scheduled for December 16-19, 2025.

Indian Bank has announced the Specialist Officer Recruitment 2025, offering 163 vacancies for roles like Chief Manager, Senior Manager, and Manager. The online application process commences on September 23rd, 2025, and concludes on October 13th, 2025. Candidates with relevant qualifications and experience in IT, Information Security, and Corporate Credit Analysis are encouraged to apply through the official website.

The Bihar Combined Entrance Competitive Examination Board (BCECEB) has opened round one registration and choice filling for AYUSH courses—BAMS, BHMS, and BUMS—through the UGMAC (Ayush)-2025 portal. Based on the NEET UG 2025 merit list, admissions will be allotted across Bihar’s government and private colleges. The process runs from September 23 to 29, with detailed steps and guidelines available on the official website.

Research indicates a strong link between sleep habits and academic success. Consistent sleep schedules and sufficient duration correlate with higher GPAs and improved learning. Harvard research reveals that prioritising sleep quality and regularity, especially early in the term, significantly impacts academic performance, highlighting sleep as a crucial but often underestimated factor in student achievement.

Despite the rhetoric of empowerment echoing through boardrooms, India’s gender pay gap remains glaring. Women continue to earn significantly less, with the IT sector emerging as the worst offender, followed by real estate, FMCG, and banking. Career breaks and workplace bias drive the disparity, while professionals demand pay transparency and performance-based growth to break entrenched inequities.

The Border Security Force (BSF) will close the registration for Radio Operator (RO) and Radio Mechanic (RM) posts on September 23, 2025, with 1,121 vacancies up for grabs. Eligible candidates can apply through the official portal rectt.bsf.gov.in, following detailed instructions on registration, application submission, and fee payment. The drive aims to recruit skilled personnel for BSF’s critical technical operations.

The Bihar Staff Selection Commission (BSSC) has announced 432 Stenographer/Steno-Typist Grade-III vacancies. Online registration commences on September 25, 2025, and concludes on November 3, 2025. Applicants must have completed Intermediate (12th) and demonstrate proficiency in stenography and typing. The selection process includes a written test, practical exam, document verification, and medical check-up.

America’s workforce is facing a silent crisis as burnout reaches alarming levels, with employees running on empty and disengaging quietly. Many are canceling personal plans, struggling with stress, and contemplating job changes, yet few speak up. The lack of trusted support systems leaves workers isolated, highlighting an urgent need for structural workplace reforms that prioritize well-being and restore trust.

DRDO has announced the Apprentice Recruitment 2025, offering 195 positions at the Research Centre Imarat, Hyderabad. The online application window is open from September 27th to October 28th, 2025. Vacancies are available for Graduate, Technician (Diploma), and ITI Trade Apprentices. Eligibility varies by category, requiring specific degrees, diplomas, or ITI certifications.

The United States, long the world’s premier destination for higher education, is facing a steep decline in international student arrivals, hitting its lowest level since 2021, according to the International Trade Administration. Visa backlogs, policy restrictions, and heightened scrutiny have disproportionately impacted students from Asia and Africa, threatening university revenues, STEM talent pipelines, and America’s global academic leadership.

Job prospects are becoming difficult for young Americans. Tariffs and tech layoffs are creating problems. Companies are tightening budgets, resulting in fewer jobs. Tech sector layoffs are impacting the economy. Recent graduates are facing challenges in finding employment. Federal Reserve is cutting interest rates to boost the job market. Adapting quickly is essential for young professionals in this competitive environment.

Following Charlie Kirk's assassination, educators face repercussions for social media posts, exemplified by a Canadian teacher's critical comments that triggered school safety concerns and a police investigation. This incident mirrors US cases where educators were disciplined for online reactions to Kirk's death, sparking debates about free speech versus professional conduct.

Generative AI is reshaping classrooms across the US, eroding the trust between students and teachers. As assignments can be completed instantly, learning is becoming transactional, and suspicion is replacing collaboration. Educators are now rethinking assessments, emphasizing authentic engagement through handwritten work, oral exams, and checkpoints, aiming to restore curiosity, human dialogue, and the deeper purpose of education.

Harvard University's denial of tenure to Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies professor Durba Mitra has sparked controversy. The decision, impacting the WGS program and raising concerns about political influence on academic freedom, follows a national backlash against DEI initiatives. This has ignited debate over Harvard's tenure process and the future of gender studies at the university.

Despite tightening visa regimes, political instability, and safety fears, international students continue to view the United States as the pinnacle of higher education. A Pioneer Academics survey shows many acknowledge risks but persist due to unmatched academic prestige and career opportunities. Yet with enrolments dropping and patience thinning, America’s hold on global talent faces an uncertain test.

A significant disruption looms for Indian STEM graduates in the U.S. as President Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee sparks concern. While tech giants can manage the cost, startups may struggle, limiting opportunities for early-career professionals. This shift intensifies competition, demands proactive strategies, and may delay career progression for Indian talent seeking U.S.

The steep hike in H-1B visa fees has cast a shadow over the American Dream, once seen as a pathway built on merit and ambition. By turning access into a privilege for the wealthy, the policy leaves professionals, students, and institutions in turmoil. Uncertainty, fear, and exclusion now replace opportunity, threatening industries and aspirations alike.

U.S. Education Secretary Linda McMahon's recent Montana visit, part of her 'Returning Education to the States Tour,' highlighted the state's literacy and workforce development initiatives. Touring Morning Star Elementary, McMahon and Governor Greg Gianforte discussed enhancing reading proficiency by third grade.