MCC has announced the schedule for the NEET UG Counselling 2026 special stray vacancy round. Registration will start on November 2 and conclude on November 4, 2026. Candidates can fill their choices from November 2 to November 5, while choice locking occurs on November 4 and 5. The seat allotment process will take place from November 5 to 6, and results will be declared on November 7.

The Gujarat government has introduced new regulations requiring mental health support systems in secondary schools. These provisions are designed to address student stress and prevent suicides, ensuring mental well-being is prioritized. Schools must establish wellness teams and appoint qualified mental health professionals for students. Additional mentoring during critical periods, such as examinations, is mandatory under the new guidelines.

India's traditional engineering-to-IT career pathway is facing growing uncertainty as artificial intelligence reshapes entry-level jobs. Citing figures highlighted by Chetan Bhagat in his The Times of India column, the article examines the widening gap between rising engineering enrolments and declining technology-sector hiring. It explores how AI is changing fresher recruitment, the potential experience gap for future professionals, and why students and parents may need to rethink career choices, embrace AI skills and reconsider blue-collar professions.

US English teacher Dr Tyler Saylor has won the prestigious Milken Educator Award, receiving an unrestricted $25,000 prize for his innovative classroom approach. Teaching Grades 11 and 12 at Harlan High School in Kentucky, he encourages students to turn argumentative essays into rap performances. His teaching methods have helped 98% of his students achieve proficient or distinguished scores in writing assessments in 2025. He is the first educator from his school district to receive the honour.

The National Testing Agency has extended the registration deadline for the SWAYAM July 2026 Semester Examination. Candidates can now apply until November 5, 2026, and the application fee must also be paid by this date. A correction window will open from November 6 to November 7, allowing candidates to make changes to their applications. The exam will take place on December 8 to 12, 2026, in a Computer-Based Test format.

AISSMS Institute of Information Technology, Pune, organised the two-day AI Summit 2026 on October 27 and 28, bringing together students and industry experts to explore emerging AI technologies. The event featured keynote sessions, a cybersecurity panel discussion and an AI Innovation Challenge showcasing 54 student projects. Teams Brains Behind Brands, Code Catalyst and Curio secured the first, second and third prizes, respectively, winning ₹10,000, ₹5,000 and ₹3,000.