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.
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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.
Himachal College Student Dies After Harassment Complaint
A 19-year-old student of Government College, Dharamshala, dies in Ludhiana hospital. An FIR names a professor and three female students for alleged sexual harassment and ragging. Police investigation is ongoing.
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.
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.
22 held in Vijayapura medical college protest clash with police
Police detained 22 protestors in Vijayapura after a 106-day agitation against a PPP-model medical college turned violent, with alleged assaults on officers. The forum demands a written government guarantee.
Gujarat MBBS admissions end, Rs 25 crore refund starts
Gujarat's undergraduate medical admission process concludes after final counselling round. Only 3 seats remain vacant statewide. Over Rs 25 crore in deposits to be refunded to eligible students. Read details.
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.
Haryana Nursing College Under Emergency Rule After Clashes
Haryana govt takes over Khushi College of Nursing after violent student protests over sexual harassment, voyeurism allegations. Conflicting inquiry reports deepen crisis. Read the full story.
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.
103-Day Agitation Against Hubballi Medical College PPP Model
Doctors, students, and activists in Hubballi continue their 103-day protest against the PPP model for a government medical college, demanding its withdrawal and full state control.
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.
Hisar Nursing College Students Protest Over Irregularities
Students of Khushi College of Nursing in Hisar protest overnight, demanding action against management for alleged harassment and irregularities. Read their full demands.
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.
Jammu Protests Over Medical College Admissions, Shutdown Threatened
Hindu groups in Jammu protest against alleged discrimination in MBBS admissions at Government Medical College, Jammu. They demand a separate merit list and threaten a complete shutdown.
Jammu Protests Over Medical College Admissions, Shutdown Threatened
Hindutva groups in Jammu protest against reservation policy for medical college admissions, threatening a complete shutdown. Key details on the demands and police response.
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.
Delhi Govt Hospitals Struggle with 146 Faculty Vacancies
RML Hospital & Lady Hardinge face severe faculty shortages, crippling key departments. Discover how this impacts patient care and why recruitment lags. Read the full RTI report.
Yale University faculty heavily skewed towards Democrats: Report
A new report reveals a stark political imbalance at Yale University, with over 82% of faculty leaning Democratic. Explore the implications for intellectual diversity and free speech on campus.
Tamil Nadu Minority Colleges Can Now Form Own Selection Panels
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin's new order ends a 4-year deadlock, allowing minority institutions to form faculty selection committees without govt nominees. This brings relief to hundreds of faculty members and colleges like Loyola and MCC.
Bengaluru Med Colleges Hike Salaries for Faculty Shortage
Medical colleges in Bengaluru are offering salaries up to Rs 4 lakh per month for pre-clinical faculty, double the clinical pay, to address a severe shortage. Learn about the incentives and the poaching challenge.
Bombay HC Questions Nagpur University on Faculty Vacancies
Bombay High Court demands explanation from Nagpur University for failing to fill teaching posts at Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Law College, citing impact on academic quality. Read the full story.
Jalandhar College Election Clash Leads to Police Firing
A dispute over college association elections in Jalandhar escalated into a shootout, injuring two students. Police retaliatory firing injured one accused. Full details inside.
DU's St. Stephen's Hires Global Agency for Principal Search
Delhi's St. Stephen's College hires an international search firm to pick its next principal, reigniting its autonomy dispute with Delhi University. Explore the unique rules that set this college apart.
Colvin College Old Boys Week begins with alumni sports
Colvin Taluqdars' College in Lucknow celebrates its 136-year legacy with Old Boys Week. Alumni compete in volleyball, tennis, archery & football. More events scheduled till Dec 23. Read more.
Trichy: Anna University Teachers Protest Over Pending Demands
Faculty from Anna University's constituent colleges demonstrated in Trichy, demanding resolution of long-pending issues like promotions and equal benefits. Read about their key demands.
Rapper Raftaar halts fest performance over seating issue
Rapper Raftaar stopped his college fest performance midway, unhappy with faculty seating in front rows. He requested a change for next year so students can enjoy freely. Read his full statement.
Vaishno Devi Medical College: Campus Calm Amid Admission Row
Despite protests over Muslim-majority admissions, the first batch at Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence studies in peace. Classes proceed with bhajans, strict rules, and community outreach. Read the full story.
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