Court Orders FIR Against DSEU VC in Harassment Case
A Delhi court directs police to register an FIR against DSEU's vice-chancellor over a faculty member's sexual harassment complaint. The VC denies allegations, calls them baseless.
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Major Delhi Hospital Grapples with Severe Faculty Shortage
Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi has 70 vacant teaching posts, crippling key departments like cardiology and neurology. Experts warn of strained patient care and medical education. Read the full RTI findings.
Court Orders FIR Against DSEU VC in Harassment Case
A Delhi court directs police to register an FIR against DSEU's vice-chancellor over a faculty member's sexual harassment complaint. The VC denies allegations, calls them baseless.
Major Delhi Hospital Struggles with Faculty Shortage
Safdarjung Hospital's RTI data reveals 70 vacant teaching posts, crippling key departments like cardiology and neurology. Experts warn of strained patient care. Read the full report.
Supreme Court Transforms into Active Architect of Reform
The Supreme Court's evolution places life and dignity at its core, transforming it into a proactive force for systemic change, accessible for urgent interventions. Explore this judicial revolution.
Goa's Land Not for Sale: Panaji Rallies Against Plunder
A public talk in Panaji ignited a mass movement as Goans unite against systematic plunder of land, hills, and rivers. Demands include strict adherence to RP2021 and gram sabha empowerment. Join the fight to protect Goa's identity.
Harvard Chief: Faculty Politics Hurt Open Debate
Harvard President Alan Garber says professors' personal views in classrooms discourage student debate. He links it to rising campus intolerance and antisemitism. Read his candid podcast remarks.
SC's Legacy at Risk: Stray Dogs & Aravalli Cases Raise Concerns
The Supreme Court's recent suo motu action on stray dogs and the Aravalli hills marks a worrying shift from evidence-based rulings to judicial intuition, risking its formidable legacy. Read the analysis.
Activist Investing Hits Record High, 255 Campaigns in 2025
Activist investing surged to a record 255 campaigns globally in 2025, driven by market dips and a pro-M&A climate. Barclays predicts a continued rush for deals ahead of US midterm elections.
18-Year Hiring Freeze Cripples Panjab University Theatre Dept
Panjab University's famed Indian Theatre department, alma mater to Bollywood stars, has not hired a permanent professor since 2007. With one teacher left, students and alumni demand action. Read more.
Harvard Chief: Professors' Politics Harm Student Debate
Harvard University President Alan Garber says professors bringing personal politics into class stifles student dissent. He pledges a return to objectivity. Read his full critique.
Kolkata's historic tamarind tree saved from felling
A citizen collective in Kolkata successfully saved a 70-year-old tamarind tree planted by freedom fighter Parul Mukherjee. The builder agreed to preserve it and build a memorial. Read how art and activism made the difference.
MP HC Seeks Reply on 100% Women-Only Nursing Posts
Madhya Pradesh High Court issues notice to state govt over petition challenging 100% reservation for women in 286 nursing faculty posts. Hearing on Jan 5.
HC Dismisses Plea Against Officiating V-C Appointment at HP Agri Varsity
Himachal Pradesh High Court dismisses a professor's plea challenging officiating V-C appointment, clarifies Chancellor's discretionary power under Act. Details inside.
Street Play Marks Death Anniversary of Cultural Activists in Alambagh
A poignant event commemorated cultural activists Safdar Hashmi and Rambahadur Nepali at Alambagh's PCF. Theatre artists performed a street play, organized by Amuk Artist Group and NRMU. Read more.
Staffing Crisis at AIIMS: 1600 Faculty Posts Vacant
RTI data reveals nearly 40% faculty posts are vacant across 11 AIIMS, raising alarms over patient care and medical education. Read the full report on the deepening crisis.
How Gen Z is Redefining Norms in 2026
Gen Z is driving change in 2026, demanding pay transparency, mental health support, and political accountability. Discover the data and voices shaping this new era.
Supreme Court's 2025 Shift Towards Judicial Restraint
The Supreme Court's 2025 term marked a pivotal turn towards judicial restraint, redefining its role. Explore the key judgments and their impact on India's constitutional future.
2025: Gen Z's Global Political Awakening
From Nepal to Turkey, Gen Z moved from memes to mobilisation in 2025, demanding accountability and toppling governments. Discover how a generation redefined protest.
MDU Rohtak fills 143 faculty posts after 10-year gap
Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak, has launched a major recruitment drive for 143 teaching positions, addressing a decade-long backlog. Interviews begin January 2026. Read more.
2025: The Year Gen Z's Political Anger Erupted Worldwide
In 2025, Generation Z's simmering anger over corruption, inequality, and exclusion exploded into youth-led protests across continents, from Nepal to Kenya, reshaping dissent in a digital-first world. Discover the global awakening.
Brigitte Bardot, Icon Who Redefined Femininity, Dies at 91
French icon Brigitte Bardot dies at 91. Explore her legacy as a film star who challenged norms and her controversial shift to activism. A life of bold contradictions.
S.K. Nayyar: The Man Who Built Modern Panchkula
Discover how retired official S.K. Nayyar's grit and advocacy turned Panchkula from a neglected suburb into a thriving district. His story is a blueprint for citizen-led urban transformation.
Nepal Formalizes Academic Special Consideration Policy
A Gen Z-led movement in Nepal has successfully pushed for a formal policy granting special consideration to students facing crises. Discover how student activism is reshaping education.
Ex-SC Judge Oka on Judges, Media, Comedians & Environment
Former Supreme Court judge Justice Abhay S Oka explains why sitting judges should not speak to the media, defends comedians' role, and reflects on environmental activism and judicial reforms. Read his key insights.
All India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Tourney Concludes in Jalandhar
Dr BR Ambedkar NIT Jalandhar successfully concluded the 2024 All India Inter-NIT Faculty & Staff Sports Tournament. Over 500 participants from 22 NITs competed in 10 sports. Read about the winners and highlights.
NMC Forms National Pool for Surprise Medical College Checks
The National Medical Commission is creating a national pool of government college faculty for surprise inspections to ensure quality. Learn about the new rules for the 2026-27 academic year.
Tech Unions Fight Back as AI Shakes Up Industry
From Kickstarter's strike win to Google's union push, tech workers are organising despite mass layoffs aimed at funding AI. Explore the new labour movement in Silicon Valley. Read more.
Trans Anchor Padmini Prakash Seeks Quota in Tamil Nadu Govt Colleges
Padmini Prakash, India's pioneering trans woman anchor, urges Tamil Nadu govt for third gender quota in faculty posts after appearing for assistant professor exam. Read her fight for equality.
Over Half of Karnataka Faculty Report Burnout: Survey
A QS I-GAUGE survey reveals over half of Karnataka's college faculty experience burnout, citing administrative overload. Explore the causes and solutions for academic stress. Read more.
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