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Time of India
21 hours ago
- Politics
- Time of India
KU stir: HC issues notice to govt, chancellor
Kochi: High court has issued notice to the state govt and Kerala University chancellor in a petition seeking police protection for the university office and staff in connection with the protests related to the Bharat Mata row. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Justice N Nagaresh issued the directive while considering a petition filed by P S Gopakumar of Poruvazhy in Kollam, a KU syndicate member. HC also issued notice to the vice-chancellor, registrar and others, but dispensed with the notice to CPM state secretary M V Govindan, for the time being. The petition was adjourned to Aug 6. In his petition, Gopakumar alleged that the protests are linked to the suspension of the university registrar and claimed they are politically motivated. He further alleged that certain syndicate members affiliated with the ruling party, CPM, have obstructed the vice-chancellor from discharging her duties. He also stated that university staff are living under constant threat and that those who attempt to act lawfully are being intimidated and physically attacked.
Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
Institute of Pharmacy-Lonara celebrates Kargil Vijay Diwas
Nagpur: The AMCES Institute of Pharmacy, Lonara, celebrated with patriotic fervour by organising a drawing competition and tree plantation drive to honour the brave soldiers of the Kargil War. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Students participated in the drawing contest titled 'Salute to the Brave – A Tribute through Art', expressing their gratitude through creative illustrations. The institute started a unique initiative - 'Ek Ped Shahid Ke Naam' — a sapling was planted for each martyr - with plaques bearing names like Capt Vikram Batra, Capt Anuj Nayyar, and Rfn Sanjay Kumar, serving as 'living' tributes. Patron of the institute Anees Ahmed, and director Zaid Ahmed praised the initiative, calling it a blend of respect and responsibility. Principal Arfa S Ahmed emphasised how such events instill values of courage, peace, and environmental stewardship. The anchoring was done by Tahmina Khan, who highlighted the importance of remembering national heroes. The programme concluded with slogans like 'Bharat Mata Ki Jai' echoing across the campus, leaving students inspired and proud to honour India's true heroes.
Time of India
21-07-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Kerala CM & governor hold talks on university governance
T'puram: Chief minister Pinarayi Vijayan met governor Rajendra V Arlekar at Raj Bhavan on Sunday evening amid rising problems at universities in Kerala. The face-to-face meeting lasted nearly an hour from 3:30pm. It came at a time when the higher education sector is facing legal administrative and political challenges. Sources said they discussed issues like vice-chancellor appointments as well as the fate of university amendment bills. These bills were passed by the state assembly but withheld by the governor. Official statements from Raj Bhavan and the chief minister's office did not reveal the meeting's agenda. However it is learned that the govt's plan to appoint interim VCs to new digital and technical universities was also discussed. The governor must approve the panel recommended for these appointments. The meeting came after a recent flashpoint between the Students' Federation of India (SFI) and the governor. SFI had protested against Arlekar's comments on a Bharat Mata picture with a saffron flag. This protest triggered fresh tensions between the governor and the govt. The timing of the meeting close to the SFI agitation gave a political edge to what is usually a procedural meeting. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You To Read in 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Though the meeting has political significance it also followed protocol. Usually chief ministers meet governors after foreign trips to update them. Vijayan had returned from a medical visit to the United States. Though Vijayan and Arlekar were both at Kerala House a few days earlier they did not meet there. This added to speculation about their strained ties. Vijayan's Raj Bhavan visit is usually routine after foreign travel but now has a wider political meaning. The govt and the governor have often clashed over university governance including legislative autonomy and chancellorship powers. Sunday's talks likely covered more than just formal matters.
The Hindu
20-07-2025
- Politics
- The Hindu
Chief Minister calls on Governor, raises slew of issues
Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan called on Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar at Raj Bhavan on Sunday. The meeting, which lasted an hour, came at a time when the State's higher education sector has been witnessing deep administrative turbulence. A range of pressing issues, primarily centred on the ongoing crisis involving various State universities, including Kerala University, which remains embroiled in a prolonged administrative standoff, are learnt to have figured in the discussions. Mr. Vijayan also reportedly handed over a panel of nominees for the appointment of interim Vice-Chancellor at the Digital University Kerala. He also urged the Governor to expedite the appointment of an interim Vice-Chancellor for APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University. The meeting also saw discussions on several pending Bills, including the Private Universities Bill, which at present awaits the Governor's assent. The meeting marks the first formal interaction between the Chief Minister and the Governor since the 'Bharat Mata' controversy flared up. The row led to tensions at Kerala University and the suspension of Registrar K.S. Anil Kumar by Vice-Chancellor in-charge Mohanan Kunnummal. However, there is no official word yet on whether the issue was raised during the conversation. The Chief Minister is also said to have extended an invitation to the Governor and his family to attend the official Onam celebrations hosted by the government. The Governor is understood to have assured the Chief Minister of his full cooperation in facilitating the government's administrative initiatives. Law and Industries Minister P. Rajeeve, who spoke to mediapersons, said there was nothing unusual about the meeting, which is an essential component of the democratic governance system. 'Under such a framework, both the government and the Governor are entrusted with undertaking their assigned duties. Constant interactions are necessary to ensure smooth coordination,' the Minister said. Higher Education Minister R. Bindu recently indicated that the government had commenced efforts to restore normalcy in the functioning of universities by ironing out differences.
Indian Express
20-07-2025
- Politics
- Indian Express
Protest against Gaza violence in Delhi met with counter-demonstration
For about half an hour on Saturday afternoon, the Nehru Place market — the go-to destination for repair and purchase of computers, phones and practically every other gadget – was taken over by the spectacle of a protest and a spontaneous counter-demonstration to raise questions on the protesters' 'nationalism'. At 12:30 pm, several protesters held up placards condemning the violence in Gaza, expressing solidarity with Palestinians, condemning the Indian government's 'cooperation with Israel' and its abstention on United Nations' resolutions against the violence. Organisers, including civil society activists, artists and academics, chose to hold a silent gathering of about 30 people. They said that they did not seek either police permission or 'bandobast'. 'The fact is that we are denied permission to gather outside the Israeli Embassy or the External Affairs Ministry. It is more feasible and creates an impact to do smaller gatherings like this one,' said economist Jean Dreze, who was among those leading the protest. Former IAS officer and Karwan-e-Mohabbat founder Harsh Mander saw 'the need for such a protest, not just to criticise the governments of Israel and India but to raise the issue of the suffering in Gaza for the public at large'. 'In Europe and the United States, there have been harsh actions against protesters, including detention and criminal action… Yet, campuses and civil society have continued to raise their voice. We haven't seen that in India. It is, therefore, important that we go to the people.' However, within minutes of the Palestinian flags and posters being displayed, a group of men, mostly local shopkeepers and workers, took umbrage at the expression of solidarity. They began shouting slogans such as 'Jai Shri Ram' and 'Bharat Mata ki Jai'. 'Ye log Bangladesh mein Hinduon ke paksh mein kabhi kyon nahi bolte? Israel mein jo atankwadi hamla hua tha, woh bhool gaye? (Why don't these people ever speak about Hindus being killed in Bangladesh? Have they forgotten about the terrorist attack on Israel?),' said Anshul, who refused to give a last name. He repairs and sells mobile phones at one of the many kiosks in the market. Questioning how a protest about the killing of civilians half a continent away became about nationalism and religion, Nandita Narain, a retired professor of Mathematics, St Stephen's College, and former Delhi University Teachers' Association President, said, 'What is the connection between? … Their slogan is a political one, based on an unfortunate ignorance.' Author Achin Vanaik said, 'It doesn't seem like they (the counter protesters) were organised, or had planned this from before… that is also disturbing.' Two constables tried to get the protesters to disperse. 'All we are asking is that they get permission and come. We will ensure that everything goes smoothly once they have permission… what if the situation had turned even more violent?' said one of them. 'Kalkaji police station isn't far… they should have got permission… I got to know only because one of the shopkeepers called and informed me of the suspicious activity,' he added.
