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Umar Khalid, former research scholar and student leader at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), has completed 1400 days in jail, igniting a wave of outrage and solidarity from students and activists nationwide. Khalid's prolonged imprisonment has become a rallying point for those advocating for justice, human rights, and academic freedom.
A recent incident at Kakatiya University's women's hostel has raised serious safety concerns among students. Chunks of cement slabs fell from the roof, narrowly missing three students, sparking protests and demands for immediate action.
The analysis report conducted by IIT Madras on the NEET UG exam has come under severe criticism following revelations of significant discrepancies and flaws in its findings. Netizens have meticulously scrutinized the report, originally submitted to the Supreme Court, uncovering manipulated graphs, incorrect data entries, and inflated rank statistics.
In a significant step towards promoting water conservation and sustainability, the Indian government has decided to expand Assam's successful Jal Doot programme to all CBSE schools across the country. This initiative, part of the Jal Jeevan Mission, aims to empower students as water conservation ambassadors, fostering a culture of environmental responsibility and addressing India's pressing water challenges.
The Labour Party's recent electoral victory in the UK is poised to usher in significant changes that could benefit Indian students seeking higher education opportunities. With a solid commitment to enhancing research funding and creating a supportive environment for higher education, the Labour Party's policies are expected to open up new avenues for international students, including those from India.
The recent report by IIT Madras on the NEET UG exam has ignited a controversy, with serious allegations of data manipulation and a "quid pro quo" relationship between the prestigious institution and the National Testing Agency (NTA). These claims have cast a shadow over the credibility of the report and the integrity of the involved institutions.
The Jamiat Ulama-e-Hind has launched a vigorous protest against the Uttar Pradesh government's contentious directive requiring students from unrecognized madrasas and non-Muslim students from government-aided madrasas to transition to government schools.