Top School Assembly News Headlines Today (15 November)

At CollegeHai, we understand that learning is much more fun once you're informed. That’s why we curate the most important school assembly news headlines from India & the world for students and faculty. Specifically, we are here to help learners and teachers stay informed about the latest in education, sports, and exams while helping to enliven school assemblies with engaging and interactive news stories. We provide the news in simple, easy-to-read language, so every student can understand the news quickly and easily stay on task. 

Education - Exams

1. CISCE Publishes ICSE & ISC 2026 Timetable: Check Exam Dates Here

CISCE​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ (The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations) has announced the official timetable of 2026 ICSE (Class 10) and ISC (Class 12) examinations, which is a really big moment for lakhs of students across the country. The ICSE exams will be held from February to March 2026, and the ISC exams will be conducted till… Read More.

2. Maharashtra to Conduct MHT-CET Exam Twice Annually from 2026, Says Education Minister

The Maharashtra Higher and Technical Education Minister, Mr Chandrakant Patil, says that from now on, the MHT-CET exam will be conducted twice a year in April and May. Students must attend at least one session to be eligible for admission to professional courses of their choice. MHT-CET scores are used to determine….. Read More

Education - University

1. AIIMS Jammu Teams Up with University of Michigan for Dual International Academic Events

AIIMS Jammu partnered with the University of Michigan to host two international conferences on lung cancer and critical care. Experts shared the latest in personalized cancer treatment, AI in healthcare, trauma care, and patient management. The events highlighted AIIMS Jammu’s focus on… Read More.

2. IIM​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ Indore Placements 2025: 100% Success, Highest Package INR 70 LPA

IIM Indore could boast of a 100% placement record in 2025 across its flagship PGP, IPM, and PGPHRM programmes. There were 225 recruiters on the campus. Among the recruiters were Goldman Sachs, BCG, Deloitte, JP Morgan, Amazon, and Accenture Strategy. The highest package was at INR 70 LPA for PGP/IPM students and INR 40 LPA for PGPHRM, while the average packages were at … Read More.

3. AIU Suspends Al-Falah University Over Alleged Links to Red Fort Blast

The AIU suspended Al-Falah University in Faridabad after connections were found between the campus and the Red Fort car explosion in Delhi on November 10. The AIU logo cannot be used by the university. A notice regarding alleged false accreditation claims has also been issued by NAAC. Its administrative and academic practices are still being investigated.

4. State-Level “Bharat Ko Jano” Quiz and Speech Competition Held at GNA University

To commemorate India's history and the martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, the state-level interschool "Bharat ko Jano" quiz and speech competition was held at GNA University in Phagwara by Bharat Vikas Parishad, Punjab West. Quizzes on history, culture, and national heroes were taken by students from different cities. Kavish Gupta, Aditi Gupta, Astik Gaba, Ankit Chaubey, Manrajpreet Singh, and Namrata Bansal were among the winners. Guests and organizers commended the students' patriotism and knowledge.

Top National News

1. The Deputy Commissioner of Gurugram has ordered all schools to implement a hybrid learning model for students up to Class 5, combining online and offline classes, due to the extremely poor air quality in the Delhi-NCR area. In accordance with Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) Stage 3 procedures, the action attempts to safeguard children's health while maintaining education.

2. By November 27, at 6 p.m., UPSC CSE 2025 candidates who passed the mains must update and confirm their complete application on the official website. This comprises socioeconomic information, service history, accomplishments, addresses, and educational credentials. Valid documentation must be submitted; otherwise, the application will be canceled, and the e-summon letter for the personality test will not be sent.

3. More than 25% of the 604 degrees, including PhDs, postgraduates, and BTechs, awarded at IIT Mandi's 13th convocation were earned by women. For the first time, BTech specialisations in entrepreneurship and honours degrees were conferred. In recognition of their academic and research prowess, exceptional students were given medals and awards; NBCC India recognized the top students in civil engineering.

Latest Study Abroad News

1. MATES 2025-26 Program Opens: Australia Invites Indian Graduates for Work Visa

Australia has begun accepting registrations for the 2025–26 Mobility Arrangement for Talented Early-Professionals Scheme (MATES), targeting Indian graduates and early-career professionals. This ballot-based initiative provides 3,000 spots under the Temporary Work (International Relations) Subclass 403 visa, enabling successful applicants to live and work in Australia for up to two years. Eligible participants must be…Read More. 

2. IELTS Corrects Erroneous Scores from 2023–2025 After Technical Glitch

IELTS has disclosed that certain test results from August 2023 to September 2025 were erroneous due to a technical issue that affected the listening and reading sections of the exam. The affected candidates' scores have been updated, and most of them have increased. In addition to offering refunds, free retakes, and support, IELTS has pledged to implement strict quality controls going forward to prevent issues.

Trending Sports News Headlines

1. India A's Asia Cup Rising Stars 2025 opener against the United Arab Emirates is scheduled for November 14 at Doha's West End Park International Cricket Stadium. The 14-year-old sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi is a member of the Indian team, which is captained by Jitesh Sharma. At 5 PM IST, the game will be televised live by Sony Sports Network and streamed on FanCode and Sony LIV.

2. Indian squash player Abhay Singh, ranked No. 26, is focusing on a vital rivalry with Pakistan as he gets ready for the 2026 Asian Games in Nagoya. Singh attributes his ascent to James Willstrop's coaching and preseason preparation following significant victories over players with the highest rankings. He emphasizes mental toughness to balance the upcoming gold medal challenge with international success.

3. All-rounder Shardul Thakur played for his home team for the first time when he was traded from the Lucknow Super Giants to the Mumbai Indians prior to the 2026 Indian Premier League. After failing to sell at the IPL 2025 auction, Thakur made an impression as an injury replacement. Delivering consistent performances is very important to him in order to get back into the Indian white-ball team and earn a spot in the forthcoming ODI World Cup.