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The Wire
4 days ago
- Politics
- The Wire
After Enquiry, SAU Expels Bangladeshi Scholar After Clash Over Serving Fish on Hindu Fasting Day: Report
The move comes after an altercation occurred on February 26 between members of the Students' Federation of India and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad following the serving of fish curry on the day of Maha Shivratri South Asian University. Source: MEA website The university expelled doctoral scholar Sudipto Das, finding him 'guilty of serious misconduct'. 'Following a detailed proctorial enquiry, the university has found doctoral candidate Sudipto Das guilty of serious misconduct due to multiple instances of indiscipline. The university has ordered his immediate expulsion, permanently disqualified him from applying to any future programmes at SAU, and instructed him to vacate the hostel premises within 24 hours,' Hindustan Times quoted a senior official as saying. The university order also noted that Das had been suspended in 2022 for 'similar disruptions'. The university also fined student mess secretary Yashada Sawant an amount of Rs. 5,000 for not maintaining order at the mess when the altercation occurred. Das's expulsion comes after an altercation occurred on February 26 between members of the Students' Federation of India (SFI) in the university, and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) following the serving of fish curry in the university mess on the day of Maha Shivratri, a day when some Hindu fast. According to TOI, members of the ABVP had requested that only vegetarian food be served on the day. However, on seeing fish curry being served on the day at the university mess, they attempted to take it off the counter. Members of the SFI intervened. According to TOI, a woman member of the mess committee was allegedly manhandled as well. Arguments also broke out between members of the SFI and the ABVP, both accusing each other of instigating violence. While the SFI accused ABVP members of trying to impose their dietary preferences on others and calling this an attack on secular values, the ABVP claimed that serving non-vegetarian food on a Hindu fasting day was 'insensitive' and disrupted religious harmony, Hindustan Times reported. The Wire is now on WhatsApp. Follow our channel for sharp analysis and opinions on the latest developments.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
Opposition Fire First Salvo Before Parliament Monsoon Session Ahead Of Key INDI Alliance Meeting
As the Monsoon Session of Parliament approaches, tensions are already flaring. Congress MP Jairam Ramesh calls the all-party meeting a 'meaningless formality,' criticising the Modi government for ignoring critical issues like the Pahalgam attack, Trump's 'five jets' claim, Operation Sindoor, and China's moves. Ramesh demands Parliament address Vote Bandi in Bihar, where lakhs allegedly lost voting rights, and pushes for the long-pending J&K statehood bill. BJD's Amar Patnaik slams the BJP-led Odisha government for failures across sectors, highlighting deaths during Rath Yatra, crimes against women, and the tragic self-immolation of an ABVP student. RJD's Manoj Jha attacks PM Modi, accusing him of ignoring lawlessness in Bihar and Manipur while selectively deploying fact-finding teams elsewhere. In contrast, BJP MPs Hema Malini and Gulam Ali Khatana call for 'constructive discussion' and hope for a disruption-free session.#monsoonsession #pahalgamattack #votebandi #congress #bjp #pmmodi #bjd #rjd #jairamramesh #odishanews #manojjha #operationsindoor #trumpjetclaim #jammustatehood #parliamentdebate #toi #toibharat #bharat #trending #breakingnews #indianews Read More
News18
4 days ago
- News18
Bangladeshi Scholar Expelled From University Over Clash On Non-Veg Food On Shivratri
Last Updated: The disciplinary action was based on the findings of the university's Proctorial Committee, which investigated the incident. A doctoral student from Bangladesh has been expelled from South Asian University (SAU), and the students' mess secretary was fined Rs 5,000 following a clash over the serving of non-vegetarian food on Maha Shivratri this year. The incident took place on February 26, when a disagreement broke out between two student groups — the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP). Both sides blamed each other for the altercation. While SFI accused ABVP members of attempting to impose their dietary choices on others, ABVP claimed that serving non-vegetarian food on a fasting day was 'insensitive" and hurt religious sentiments. Though the police were called, no formal complaint was filed and the situation was eventually dealt with internally by the university. 'Following a detailed proctorial enquiry, the university has found doctoral candidate Sudipto Das guilty of serious misconduct due to multiple instances of indiscipline. The university has ordered his immediate expulsion, permanently disqualified him from applying to any future programmes at SAU, and instructed him to vacate the hostel premises within 24 hours," a senior university official said. The expulsion order also cited a previous suspension in 2022 for similar behaviour. The disciplinary action was based on the findings of the university's Proctorial Committee, which investigated the incident. view comments First Published: July 19, 2025, 08:43 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
4 days ago
- Time of India
SAU expels Bangladeshi doctoral scholar, fines mess secretary over mess row on Shivratri
New Delhi: South Asian University (SAU) has expelled a Bangladeshi doctoral scholar and fined the students' mess secretary Rs 5,000 for their role in a clash over serving of non-vegetarian food on Maha Shivratri earlier this year. The disciplinary action follows an internal inquiry by the university's Proctorial Committee. The Feb-26 incident involved an altercation in the university mess between two student groups after fish curry was served on the Hindu festival. According to students, members affiliated with Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) had earlier requested that only vegetarian food be provided on Maha Shivratri as many were observing a fast. When fish curry appeared on the menu, ABVP members allegedly attempted to remove it from the serving counter, leading to a heated exchange and scuffle. A woman member of the mess committee was allegedly manhandled during the incident. The Students' Federation of India (SFI) accused ABVP members of trying to impose their dietary preferences on others and termed the incident as an attack on secular values. The ABVP, however, said the serving of non-vegetarian food on a day of fasting was "insensitive" and disrupted religious harmony. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Gold Is Surging in 2025 — Smart Traders Are Already In IC Markets Learn More Undo You Can Also Check: Delhi AQI | Weather in Delhi | Bank Holidays in Delhi | Public Holidays in Delhi Police received a PCR call about the ruckus, but on arriving at the spot found order restored, and no formal complaint was filed, leaving the university to handle the matter internally. After weeks of deliberation, the university found doctoral scholar Sudipto Das guilty of "serious misconduct" and ordered his immediate expulsion, citing repeated instances of indiscipline. He has been permanently barred from reapplying for any SAU programme and instructed to vacate the hostel within 24 hours. The university noted that Das had been suspended in 2022 for similar disruptive behaviour. The punishment was later reduced to a penalty of Rs 500 "with a warning that any recurrence of such an act will be viewed strictly". Mess secretary Yashada Sawant, while not directly involved in the incident, was held responsible for failing to maintain order in the mess and fined Rs 5,000. The official order, issued on July 15, stated that the disciplinary action was taken with the approval of the competent authority.
NDTV
5 days ago
- NDTV
University Expels Bangladeshi Student Over Clash On Serving Non-Veg Food On Shivratri
A Bangladeshi scholar was expelled from the South Asian University and a fine of Rs. 5000 was imposed on the students' mess secretary for their role in a clash after serving non-vegetarian food on Maha Shivratri, officials said on Friday. Two groups of students had been involved in the clash at the university on February 26th. The warring groups - Students' Federation of India and Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad - accused each other of instigating violence. The SFI argued that ABVP tried imposing their dietary preferences on others and accused them of attacking secular values. The ABVP said that serving non-vegetarian food on a fasting day was "insensitive" and disrupted religious harmony. Although the police arrived at the university after receiving a call, they found no active clash happening at the moment. The university had to sort out the matter internally later, as no formal complaint was filed. After an investigation by the university's proctorial committee, an action had been taken. "Following a detailed proctorial enquiry, the university has found doctoral candidate Sudipto Das guilty of serious misconduct due to multiple instances of indiscipline. The university has ordered his immediate expulsion, permanently disqualified him from applying to any future programmes at SAU, and instructed him to vacate the hostel premises within 24 hours," a senior official said. The expulsion notice also had a mention of a prior suspension in 2022, for similar disruptive actions.
