News for 'University Union'

Hyderabad prof moves SC for quashing of proceedings, summons by Manipur court

Hyderabad prof moves SC for quashing of proceedings, summons by Manipur court

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

A bench headed Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud agreed to list the matter for hearing on July 28 after senior advocate Anand Grover mentioned it for early hearing.

DU bars 2 students for screening BBC documentary on Modi

DU bars 2 students for screening BBC documentary on Modi

Rediff.com17 Mar 2023

During this period, the students will not be allowed to take any university or college or departmental examination, according to the memorandum dated March 10.

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Police thwarts BBC docu screening move at DU, Ambedkar varsity; 24 detained

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

A senior police officer said adequate security arrangements have been made on the campus to maintain peace and tranquillity in the area.

After flak, J-K police say softer UAPA provisions slapped on 7 students

After flak, J-K police say softer UAPA provisions slapped on 7 students

Rediff.com28 Nov 2023

Several politicians, including the former J-K chief ministers Mehbooba Mufti and Omar Abdullah, have condemned the action by police, alleging that it will disaffect the youths with such an extreme punishment.

AP: College students bar entry to Union ministers

AP: College students bar entry to Union ministers

Rediff.com13 Mar 2010

Union Ministers Kapil Sibal and D Purandeswari were forced to return without attending a scheduled programme in Hyderabad Central University after pro-Telangana students blocked their path demanding a separate state.

Supreme Court gets a new judge, Justice Datta sworn-in

Supreme Court gets a new judge, Justice Datta sworn-in

Rediff.com12 Dec 2022

Bombay High Court Chief Justice Dipankar Datta was on Monday administered the oath of office as a Supreme Court judge by Chief Justice of India (CJI) D Y Chandrachud.

2,300 Indian Students Return To Ukraine!

2,300 Indian Students Return To Ukraine!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

About half of the students, who have been affected by the war, have taken admission to universities in other countries.

Cong resolves to make INDIA an 'electoral success'

Cong resolves to make INDIA an 'electoral success'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2023

The Congress on Saturday resolved to make the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) an 'ideological and electoral success' to free the country from 'divisive politics' and ensure that people get a government that is sensitive and accountable.

Now, Allahabad University student leader claims she's being 'hounded'

Now, Allahabad University student leader claims she's being 'hounded'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2016

Allahabad University Students Union President Richa Singh has alleged that the varsity's vice-chancellor was trying to "expel" her for opposing Bharatiya Janata Party MP Yogi Adityanath's programme in the campus, and has sought the President's intervention in the matter.

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

The Soldier Who Became A Legend

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

On the 25th anniversary of the battle that made his war cry 'Dil Maange More' part of national lore, we republish that feature to salute Captain Batra's ultimate sacrifice for the nation.

Convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Pak's Balochistan

Convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers attacked in Pak's Balochistan

Rediff.com13 Aug 2023

The attack occurred near the Gwadar police station in Balochistan when the convoy carrying 23 Chinese engineers was passing the police station and an IED blast took place.

Had to move court for telecast of Ayodhya event in Tamil Nadu: BJP

Had to move court for telecast of Ayodhya event in Tamil Nadu: BJP

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party vs ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam battle over live telecast of the Ayodhya Ram temple consecration in Tamil Nadu shrines reached the Supreme Court on Monday, with the apex court asking the authorities to act in accordance with the law and not based on any oral instructions.

Paytm Crisis: StartUp Founders Take Note

Paytm Crisis: StartUp Founders Take Note

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Startup founders need to sit up and think about how not to take stardom for granted and how not to disappoint their fans who have stood in long queues for those precious selfies with popular entrepreneurs, notes Nivedita Mookerji.

TMC to go solo in Bengal; Mahua Moitra, Yusuf Pathan on 42 LS names

TMC to go solo in Bengal; Mahua Moitra, Yusuf Pathan on 42 LS names

Rediff.com10 Mar 2024

Cricketer Yusuf Pathan will contest from the Baharampur Lok Sabha seat, whereas Kirti Aazd will fight from the Bardhaman-Durgapur constituency.

AMU students' union to confer life membership to Sonia

AMU students' union to confer life membership to Sonia

Rediff.com13 Feb 2013

The Aligarh Muslim University Students' Union will confer its honourary life membership on Congress president Sonia Gandhi.Making the announcement on Wednesday, president of the AMUSU Shahzad Alam said they would extend a ceremonial welcome to the Congress president during her visit to the university on February 16 to deliver the convocation address at the 60th Annual Convocation of the institution.

70 sextillion stars in 'known universe'

70 sextillion stars in 'known universe'

Rediff.com22 Jul 2003

That is about 10 times more than the grains of sand on earth, according to a study.

Pharmacist suspended for clicking photos with President's chopper

Pharmacist suspended for clicking photos with President's chopper

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Even as the row over the power disruption at President Droupadi Murmu's programme in Odisha's Baripada continues, the chief district medical officer (CDMO) of Mayurbhanj has suspended a pharmacist for taking photos with the President's helicopter, an official said on Monday.

BJP ministers, university VC left Rohith with no option: Rahul

BJP ministers, university VC left Rohith with no option: Rahul

Rediff.com19 Jan 2016

Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday targeted Union HRD Minister Smriti Irani and Labour Minister Bandaru Dattatreya over the suicide by a Dalit scholar saying the ministers and the vice chancellor have "not acted fairly" that forced him to take the extreme step.

6.7 Million Indian Children Have Zero Food

6.7 Million Indian Children Have Zero Food

Rediff.com30 Apr 2024

'The response from the government using words like malicious, deliberate, etc is diverting from the real issue.' 'The indicators related to young children such as stunting or child mortality are a reflection of the social development in the country.' 'That's how we have to look at it and not ignore the issue by denying the data.'

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

India's Nuclear Churning: From Idealism To Realism

Rediff.com11 May 2024

Although the credit for acquiring the technological skill must be given to India's outstanding nuclear scientists, the decision to go nuclear was a political one that entailed clarity of vision, courage and resolve, points out Rup Narayan Das.

Stone pelting, power cut: Drama at JNU over Modi documentary

Stone pelting, power cut: Drama at JNU over Modi documentary

Rediff.com25 Jan 2023

Students claimed that they were attacked when they were watching the documentary on their mobile-phones as the screening could not be held.

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Benazir's daughter: Meet Pakistan's first lady

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Glimpses into the life of Aseefa Bhutto Zardari, who at 31, is Pakistan's youngest first lady.

JNU students union president Kanhaiya Kumar detained in Delhi

JNU students union president Kanhaiya Kumar detained in Delhi

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

The protesters also demanded extension of the date of Bihar Public Service Commission main exams so that the dates do not clash with that of UPSC prelims.

Indian student blames Hinduphobia for disqualification in LSE polls

Indian student blames Hinduphobia for disqualification in LSE polls

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

An Indian student has claimed that he was disqualified from the London School of Economics (LSE) Students' Union elections as a result of a deliberately orchestrated smear campaign because of his Indian and Hindu identity.

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rijiju slams Oppn for brining no-trust vote, Cong dares him to...

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

Union Minister Kiren Rijiju on Tuesday said the Congress and other opposition parties have brought the no-confidence motion against the Narendra Modi government in the Lok Sabha at a 'wrong time and in a wrong manner'.

Cut tariffs, urges BSNL staff union

Cut tariffs, urges BSNL staff union

Rediff.com7 May 2003

BSNL Employees Union on Wednesday demanded that tariffs announced by the telecom corporation effective from May 1, be reduced in the interest of the common subscriber and BSNL itself.

Trade unions stick to September 2 strike, reject govt's wage hike

Trade unions stick to September 2 strike, reject govt's wage hike

Rediff.com30 Aug 2016

Trade unions said Jaitley's minimum wage announcement is completely inadequate

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Country celebrates historic Ram temple consecration with religious zeal

Rediff.com23 Jan 2024

Several states declared a holiday for schools, while government offices, other establishments and public sector banks remained closed for half a day.

Unprecedented era of peace in J-K after Art 370 scrapping, Centre tells SC

Unprecedented era of peace in J-K after Art 370 scrapping, Centre tells SC

Rediff.com10 Jul 2023

Defending the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution, the Centre on Monday told the Supreme Court that the entire region of Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed an "unprecedented" era of peace, progress and prosperity, with street violence, orchestrated by terrorists and secessionist networks, becoming "a thing of the past."

Hyderabad student's death: Union minister Bandaru Dattatreya booked for abetment to suicide

Hyderabad student's death: Union minister Bandaru Dattatreya booked for abetment to suicide

Rediff.com18 Jan 2016

Agitating students demanded the immediate removal of Dattareya from the Union Cabinet.

Kher cries foul, claims JNU refused to screen his film; university denies

Kher cries foul, claims JNU refused to screen his film; university denies

Rediff.com12 Mar 2016

Bollywood actor Anupam Kher, who had criticised those behind a recent flashpoint event at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, has alleged that the university has refused to screen his film "Buddha in a traffic" considering the present atmosphere at the campus, a charge denied by the university.

'Government of India should own responsibility of universal vaccination'

'Government of India should own responsibility of universal vaccination'

Rediff.com29 May 2021

'The vaccine policy should be such that all people should get the vaccine free.'

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

'Electoral Bonds Biggest Scam In India'

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

'There is no scope for any doubt. This was a scheme designed to enrich the ruling party.'

Keep off university row, JNU V-C tells political parties

Keep off university row, JNU V-C tells political parties

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Jawaharlal Nehru University Vice-Chancellor M Jagadesh Kumar has appealed to "all" political parties to not "interfere" in the matters of university, which is caught in a row over an event against the hanging of Parliament attack convict Afzal Guru, and asserted that the varsity is "capable" of dealing with issues internally

Ajit Pawar explains his absence during Shah's Mumbai visit

Ajit Pawar explains his absence during Shah's Mumbai visit

Rediff.com24 Sep 2023

Shah visited the residences of CM Ekanth Shinde, and DCM Devendra Fadnavis to take darshan of Lord Ganesh.

Love Storiyaan Review: Ode To The Power Of Love

Love Storiyaan Review: Ode To The Power Of Love

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

Love Storiyaan comes alive in the courageous and fearless voice of six spirited romantics speaking direct dil se, applauds Sukanya Verma.

SEE: World's largest human formation of waving national flag

SEE: World's largest human formation of waving national flag

Rediff.com13 Aug 2022

As many as 5,885 students from the Chandigarh University and other schools and colleges along with volunteers of the NID Foundation and other dignitaries gathered for the flag formation at the Chandigarh Cricket Stadium here, according to a release issued by the university.

United Left wins all 4 panel posts in JNU Students' Union polls

United Left wins all 4 panel posts in JNU Students' Union polls

Rediff.com16 Sep 2018

The AISA, SFI, DSF and AISF have come together to form the 'United Left' alliance.

Kerala guv-govt fight heats up as Khan instructs VCs of 9 varsities to resign

Kerala guv-govt fight heats up as Khan instructs VCs of 9 varsities to resign

Rediff.com23 Oct 2022

The nine VCs include that of the APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, according to a tweet by Kerala Raj Bhavan on behalf of the Governor.

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Prez Murmu hosts gala dinner for G20 leaders

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

They welcomed the guests before the start of the dinner from the reception dais, with its backdrop showcasing the ruins of the Nalanda University in Bihar besides India's G20 presidency theme -- 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam - One Earth, One Family, One Future'.