Delhi HC Orders JNU to Provide Free Hostel to Visually Impaired Student
New Delhi, India: In a landmark ruling, the Delhi High Court has directed Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) to offer free hostel accommodation to Sanjeev Kumar Mishra, a visually impaired student pursuing a Master’s degree in Sociology. The court emphasized the importance of accessibility and inclusion within educational institutions. Background: Mishra had been residing in a…
Delhi High Court: CBSE Must Allow Students with Admit Cards to Take Exams
New Delhi, India: The Delhi High Court has issued a strong rebuke to the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), stating that the Board cannot prevent a student from entering an exam hall after already issuing them an admit card. The court emphasized the CBSE’s responsibility to be vigilant during the admit card issuance process….
Education Ministry Mandates “Six-Plus” Age Requirement for Grade 1 Admission from 2024-25
New Delhi, India: In a major policy shift, the Education Ministry has directed all states and union territories (UTs) to ensure that children entering Grade 1 in the 2024-25 academic session onwards are at least six years old. This directive aims to align admission policies with national educational norms and prioritize early childhood development. Alignment…
St. Stephen’s College Backtracks on Suspension, Citing Miscommunication and Unclear Policy
New Delhi, India: St. Stephen’s College, known for its academic rigor, has acknowledged a “miscommunication” after facing widespread criticism for allegedly suspending and barring over 100 first-year students from appearing in their exams for missing mandatory morning assemblies. Initial Outrage: The college initially sent emails to students informing them of their suspension and exam debarment…
Maharashtra Rule Bars EWS Kids from Free Private Schools if Nearby Government School Exists: Sparks Debate
The Maharashtra government’s recent amendment to the Right to Education (RTE) Act has ignited controversy, raising concerns about educational equity and access for underprivileged children. The new rule stipulates that students belonging to the Economically Weaker Section (EWS) cannot avail free admissions in private schools under the RTE Act if a government school exists within…
Telangana School Sparks Outrage with 61% Fee Hike for LKG Admission
From Sticker Shock to Outrage: Parents React to Soaring Costs Parents in Telangana are fuming after a prestigious school in Bachupally announced a jaw-dropping 61% increase in admission fees for Lower Kindergarten (LKG) for the upcoming academic year. The fee hike, catapulting costs from ₹2.3 lakh to a staggering ₹3.7 lakh, has left many families…
Clash Erupts During JNU Union Polls Meeting
New Delhi, February 12, 2024: The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) campus witnessed a fiery confrontation late Friday night during the University General Body Meeting (UGBM). The meeting, convened to select members of the election commission responsible for overseeing the 2024 JNUSU polls, turned into a battleground as student groups clashed over ideological differences. The Parties…
Final-year MBBS student found dead in hostel room at Maulana Azad Medical College
A 23-year-old final-year MBBS student was found hanging from the ceiling fan in her hostel room at Maulana Azad Medical College (MAMC) on Monday afternoon, police said. No suicide note was recovered from the spot and the reason behind her extreme step is yet to be ascertained. The deceased has been identified as a resident…
Pune Students Rev Up Protest Against “Unfair” Parking Fee Hike at Abasaheb Garware College
Pune: Students at Abasaheb Garware College in Pune are fuming over a hike in parking fees, sparking protests and threats of further action. The college allegedly hiked the fee for two-wheelers from Rs 3 (as stipulated by the governing university) to Rs 5, significantly impacting students who already face financial constraints. Although the college principal…