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Elderly woman dies at DMK protest in Coimbatore
An 80-year-old woman collapsed and died during a DMK-led protest in Annur against the Union government's VB-GRamG Bill. Details on the incident and police case.
Delhi Schools Get Jan 10 Deadline for Fee Panels
Delhi's Directorate of Education mandates all private schools to set up School Level Fee Regulation Committees by January 10, 2026. This historic move under a new law gives parents a direct say in fee hikes.
Delhi Govt Rolls Out New Fee Regulation for Private Schools
The Delhi government has introduced a new fee regulation framework for private schools, aiming to ensure transparency and prevent arbitrary hikes. Learn how this impacts parents and institutions.
Delhi forms fee fixation committee for private schools
Delhi government mandates fee fixation committees in all private schools for 2025-26 academic year. New rules aim to curb arbitrary fee hikes and ensure transparency for parents.
Schiff: H-1B Fee Hike Could Lead to Remote Hiring Abroad
Economist Peter Schiff sparks debate, arguing Trump's proposed $100,000 H-1B visa fee may lead companies to hire remote workers outside the US, impacting the American economy. Read the full analysis.
Passengers Protest SWR's Double Train Fare Hike
South Western Railway faces backlash for an additional fare hike before the national revision. Passengers allege unfair conversion of trains to superfast category without service upgrades. Read more.
VHP, Bajrang Dal Protest in Delhi Over Lynching in Bangladesh
Members of VHP and Bajrang Dal staged a protest at the Bangladesh High Commission in Delhi, condemning the lynching of a Hindu man. Police intervened as tensions rose. Read the full report.
NMC Raises Fees for New Medical Colleges by Over 50%
National Medical Commission announces new fee structure for medical college approvals & MBBS seat increase. Applications open Dec 29. Get all details here.
Vance: H-1B Visa Rules Reflect 'True Christian Politics'
US VP JD Vance defends Trump's H-1B visa rules, calling them 'true Christian politics' that protect American workers. Read about the legal challenges and expert analysis.
Barmer students protest fee hike, call Collector Tina Dabi 'reel star'
Barmer Collector Tina Dabi was drawn into a protest by college students against a fee hike. Students demanded to meet her and used the term 'reel star', leading to a controversy. Read the full story.
Opposition to Hold Mass Protests Against Vande Bharat Act
Opposition INDIA bloc announces nationwide protests against Vande Bharat Act and Ram G Act. AAP, Congress leaders to lead demonstrations. Get the latest updates.
NEP 4th Year Fees to Jump 25-50% in Mumbai Colleges
Mumbai students opting for the fourth year of NEP 2020 UG programmes from 2026-27 will face a 25-50% fee hike. Colleges cite lack of govt aid and rising costs. Read more.
Delhi's new school fee law vs other state models
Delhi's new fee regulation law joins a national landscape. We compare Tamil Nadu's fixation model, Gujarat's hard caps, and Maharashtra's consensus approach, examining legal challenges and implementation hurdles.
Odisha BJP MLAs Urge CM to Review MLA Salary Hike
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Surat Weaving Strike Halts 1,500 Units, 15,000 Workers Protest
A massive strike by weaving unit workers in Surat's Pandesara and Bhestan has forced 1,500 units to shut down. Nearly 15,000 workers demand higher wages after failed negotiations. Read the full story.
HC Seeks Odisha Govt Reply on PIL Against MBBS Fee Hike
Orissa High Court issues notice to state over PIL challenging last-minute revision of MBBS/BDS fees for 2025-26. Petitioners allege 78% hike hurt meritorious poor students. Next hearing on Jan 20.
20 US States Sue Trump Over $100K H-1B Visa Fee Hike
A coalition of 20 US states, led by California, files a lawsuit against the Trump administration's drastic H-1B visa fee increase to $100,000, calling it illegal and destructive for key sectors. Read the full analysis.
Cab Drivers Block Bengaluru Toll Plaza Over Airport Pick-Up Rules
Cab drivers in Bengaluru blocked a key toll plaza protesting new airport pick-up rules requiring a Rs 150 fee. The protest caused major traffic disruptions. Read the full story.
Lucknow: LMC Proposes Sharp Hike in Commercial Licence Fees
Lucknow Municipal Corporation proposes major hike in licence fees for hotels, restaurants, and nursing homes from April 2026. Public objections invited. Read details.
Kanpur Institute of Technology Students Protest Turns Violent
Kanpur Institute of Technology students vandalised campus & set conference room on fire after failed fee talks. Police & fire brigade controlled the situation. Details inside.
AP Lorry Owners Strike Over Hiked Vehicle Fitness Fees
Andhra Pradesh lorry owners launch indefinite strike from Dec 9, halting goods transport from railway sheds & shipyards to protest massive hike in fitness fees for older vehicles. Read more.
TN Minister to Address Truck Owners' Demands Legally
Tamil Nadu Transport Minister S S Sivasankar vows to legally resolve three key demands of lorry owners, including fee hikes, ahead of a nationwide protest on December 9. Read the full story.
German Youth Protest Against Compulsory Military Service
Massive youth-led protests erupt across Germany against the plan to revive compulsory military service. Students walk out, calling it 'recruitment of death'. Details inside.
Kerala University's Rs 400 Late Fee Sparks Student Protest
KSU leader Simjo Samuel Zachariah demands Kerala University VC review the 'unjustifiable' fine of Rs 400 for delayed registration. Read about the student concerns and the call for a reasonable fee structure.
AMU probes student fee non-payment after online shift
Aligarh Muslim University forms committee to investigate students who allegedly didn't pay fees after the university switched from manual to online payment during Covid-19.
US Firm's IIT-Delhi Ad Defies H-1B Visa Fee Hike
A US AI recruitment firm's hoarding at IIT-Delhi placement, promising H-1B sponsorship despite a $100,000 fee, offers relief to students amid stricter US visa norms under the Trump administration.
NHM Staff Protest in Ludhiana Over Unpaid Salaries
Hundreds of NHM employees staged a massive protest at Ludhiana's Civil Surgeon office, demanding release of their two-month overdue salaries. Read about their demands and the administration's response.
Bengaluru cabbies protest airport overstay fee, want 15 mins free
Bengaluru cab drivers plan protest against Kempegowda Airport's new overstaying fee. From Dec 8, only 8 mins free. They demand 15 mins for pickups. Details inside.
TDSAT order may hike Delhi, Mumbai airport fees by Rs 50,000 cr
A TDSAT ruling on airport tariff calculation could force Delhi & Mumbai airports to recover over Rs 50,000 crore from passengers, potentially causing a massive surge in airfares. The Supreme Court hears the case today.
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