St Stephen's College has scheduled the commissioning and installation service of its newly appointed principal, Susan Elias, despite an ongoing dispute with Delhi University over alleged non-compliance with UGC regulations.
St Stephen's College has appointed Susan Elias as its 14th principal, despite objections from Delhi University (DU) regarding alleged violations of University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations. Elias is the first woman to hold the position in the college's 145-year history.
Over Rs one lakh in currency notes damaged by termites was recovered from two suitcases in a college union room in Central Kolkata, prompting a police probe.
The staff association of Dyal Singh Evening College is protesting the proposed renaming of the college to Banda Singh Bahadur, following a decision made in December 2025. They met with the Governing Body chairman to voice their concerns and request a staff council meeting to discuss the matter.
St Stephen's College is embroiled in a dispute with Delhi University over teacher recruitment, with a court order halting the process and a fresh examination roster including newly recruited teachers.
A 22-year-old man was shot dead near a college in northeast Delhi's Welcome area, police said on Wednesday. The deceased was identified as Amanullah Qureshi, a resident of Maujpur.
A postgraduate medical student in Indore allegedly committed suicide by jumping from the sixth floor of his hostel. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death.
A Pune-based college has announced disciplinary action against a biology lecturer arrested by the CBI for her alleged involvement in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case. The lecturer, part of the NTA's paper-setting committee, is accused of leaking questions to students for a fee.
A botany lecturer from Pune's Modern College of Arts, Science and Commerce has been suspended following her arrest by the CBI in connection with the NEET-2026 paper leak case.
St Stephen's College, Delhi University, has appointed Professor Susan Elias as its first woman principal since its establishment in 1881. The appointment is effective from June 1, 2026.
The West Bengal government has sanctioned the prosecution of Sandip Ghosh, former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, in connection with a case of financial irregularities.
Hansraj College administration suspends at least 30 students for various reasons, including violence during the college festival and defaming the college on social media. The student union has condemned the move and is planning a protest.
St Stephen's College is set to embrace artificial intelligence (AI) under its newly-appointed principal, Susan Elias, the first woman to hold the position in the college's 145-year history. Elias aims to equip students with AI and quantum computing skills, introducing certification courses for students and alumni.
The University of Gloucestershire is looking for international student-athletes for funded study and training opportunities in the UK.
Hansraj College in Delhi University has revoked the suspension of its students' union office bearers after a disciplinary committee meeting. The suspensions were initially issued to 30 students for various reasons, including misconduct during the college fest and defaming the college on social media.
A college student died and approximately 45 passengers sustained injuries when a KSRTC bus overturned in the Davanagere district of Karnataka after the driver reportedly lost control.
Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College stage a fresh protest against the proposed renaming of the institution, raising concerns about the legacy of Sardar Dyal Singh Majithia and the lack of consultation in the decision-making process.
A rusticated student and his associates allegedly attacked staff members at Delhi University's Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, prompting a police investigation.
Hansraj College, Delhi University, has revoked the suspension of 29 students after initially suspending them for alleged misconduct during a college festival and defaming the college on social media. The decision follows a review by the college's disciplinary committee.
Hansraj College in Delhi is reconsidering the suspension of 30 students after protests, following alleged misconduct during the college fest and social media activity. The college disciplinary committee met to hear the students' sides, and a decision is expected soon.
Bengaluru police have arrested six individuals for allegedly purchasing and selling banned narcotic substances, including MDMA and hydro ganja, to the public, with college students being among the buyers. The seized drugs are valued at over Rs 10 crore.
Staff at Delhi University's Dyal Singh Evening College are protesting the proposed renaming of the institution after Sikh warrior Banda Singh Bahadur, seeking a staff council meeting to discuss the issue.
The body of a 35-year-old man was discovered under suspicious circumstances at Maharshi Devaraha Baba Medical College in Deoria, Uttar Pradesh. Police are investigating the incident to determine the cause of death and how the body ended up on the medical college premises.
Seven medical students in Telangana have been suspended and removed from hostels following allegations of ragging and abusing junior students.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student. The student's family alleges he was emotionally harassed by faculty, leading to a suspected suicide. The college has suspended two faculty members and is cooperating with the police investigation.
The management of Kannur Dental College has refuted allegations of caste discrimination in connection with the death of a BDS student, suggesting a loan taken through a mobile app was a contributing factor. Police are investigating the case, which involves allegations of abetment of suicide and violations of the SC/ST Act.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, have launched an investigation into Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj R L, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment from faculty members. The investigation includes allegations of caste-based discrimination and threats of academic repercussions.
The management of Kannur Dental College has refuted allegations of caste discrimination in connection with the death of a BDS student, attributing the incident to issues related to a loan obtained through a mobile app.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, have launched an investigation into Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment from faculty members. The college has suspended two faculty members and is cooperating with the police investigation.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating Kannur Dental College faculty after a first-year student died in a suspected suicide, with allegations of emotional harassment and discrimination.
A 19-year-old college student was murdered in Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, allegedly by two bike-borne assailants. Police have arrested a suspect and are investigating the motive.
Police in Kannur, Kerala, are investigating faculty members at Kannur Dental College following the death of a first-year student, Nithin Raj RL, who allegedly died by suicide after facing emotional harassment. The college has suspended two faculty members and initiated an internal inquiry.
Haryanvi singer Masoom Sharma has been booked by police for allegedly using indecent and offensive language during a performance at a DAV College event in Dehradun. A police investigation has been launched following complaints from student representatives.
Three individuals are accused of defrauding a woman in Thane, Maharashtra, by falsely promising her daughter admission to a prestigious engineering college and misappropriating 16,350.
A 22-year-old college student has been arrested for allegedly supplying drugs at a concert in Mumbai where two MBA students died of suspected drug overdose, leading police to suspect a large-scale drug racket.
The parents of a Kannur Dental College student, Nithin Raj R L, who was found dead, allege that their son was subjected to constant emotional torture by faculty members and claim it was a case of murder. Protests have erupted at the college, with student organisations demanding justice and the arrest of the accused.
Susan Elias has taken charge as the new principal of St. Stephen's College despite objections from Delhi University, marking a new chapter in the ongoing dispute between the college and the university.
Delhi University has directed St Stephen's College to halt the absorption of former principal John Varghese into the English department, citing violations of UGC regulations and procedural errors.
A 49-year-old assistant professor from Shivaji College, Devosmita Paul, was found murdered in her Vasundhara Enclave apartment in east Delhi. Police have registered a murder case and formed multiple teams to investigate the crime, examining all possible angles including CCTV footage and the victim's contacts.
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