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Time of India
20-05-2025
- Time of India
Jamia Millia Islamia wants parents to take responsibility for 'character and conduct' of students
NEW DELHI: Jamia Millia Islamia has included a parental undertaking in its admission process, requiring parents or local guardians of newly admitted students to take responsibility for the "conduct and character" of their wards - a provision not seen in other central universities in Delhi. The undertaking is part of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) approved for admissions in April last year. According to an official document, the SOP was recommended by a committee constituted for the adoption and implementation of uniform guidelines to be followed by departments, faculties, and centres during the admission process. The recommendation was duly approved by the vice-chancellor in April last year. In addition to the student's own declaration, the SOP includes a "Declaration by the Father/Local Guardian of the Student," which reads: "I hereby declare that I take full responsibility of his/her conduct and character as a student of Jamia Millia Islamia. I shall make myself available to the university whenever required." While undertakings from parents on anti-ragging norms are standard across Indian universities, Jamia's broader clause placing overall responsibility for a student's conduct on the parent or guardian is uncommon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Trading CFD dengan Teknologi dan Kecepatan Lebih Baik IC Markets Mendaftar Undo The requirement comes against the backdrop of heightened administrative focus on discipline. In Feb, students held a sit-in protest near the central canteen of the university, demanding the revocation of disciplinary action against their peers. Following this, the university filed a police complaint, and several students later alleged that police officials contacted their parents, asking them to ensure their wards left the protest site. TOI reached out to Jamia media cordinator Saima Saeed for a comment but did not receive any response. A university faculty member, who did not wish to be named, said the parental undertaking was a "preventive measure".
Time of India
19-05-2025
- Time of India
Jamia's undertaking requires parents of new students to take responsibility for ‘conduct and character' of wards
New Delhi: Jamia Millia Islamia has included a parental undertaking in its admission process, requiring parents or local guardians of newly admitted students to take responsibility for the "conduct and character" of their wards — a provision not seen in other central universities in Delhi. The undertaking is part of a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) approved for admissions in April last year. According to an official document, the SOP was recommended by a committee constituted for the adoption and implementation of uniform guidelines to be followed by departments, faculties, and centres during the admission process. The recommendation was duly approved by the vice-chancellor in April last year. In addition to the student's own declaration, the SOP includes a "Declaration by the Father/Local Guardian of the Student," which reads: "I hereby declare that I take full responsibility of his/her conduct and character as a student of Jamia Millia Islamia. I shall make myself available to the university whenever required." While undertakings from parents on anti-ragging norms are standard across Indian universities, Jamia's broader clause placing overall responsibility for a student's conduct on the parent or guardian is uncommon. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Customer Data Platforms Secure & Simplified SearchPad Undo The requirement comes against the backdrop of heightened administrative focus on discipline. In Feb, students held a sit-in protest near the central canteen of the university, demanding the revocation of disciplinary action against their peers. Following this, the university filed a police complaint, and several students later alleged that police officials contacted their parents, asking them to ensure their wards left the protest site. During this time, students claimed that their personal details, including home addresses, were released by the university and pasted at the main entrance putting them under suspension — a charge the university later denied. "Instead of talking to us, they contacted our parents and made them feel like we were causing trouble," said a second-year student who participated in the protest. "Now, they have come up with a parental undertaking to suppress any attempts of protest." Jamia has banned protests on campus since the anti-CAA movement in 2019. Notices warning students against "unauthorised gatherings" have increased since early 2024. TOI reached out to Jamia media cordinator Saima Saeed for a comment but did not receive any response. A university faculty member, who did not wish to be named, said the parental undertaking was a "preventive measure" aimed at maintaining discipline and ensuring accountability from the start of a student's academic journey. On other campuses, such as Delhi University and Jawaharlal Nehru University, parental declarations are limited to anti-ragging compliance and do not make guardians responsible for general behaviour of the student. When asked about the presence of such an undertaking at their institutions, officials from these universities stated that they do not require parents or local guardians of students to submit any such declaration.
Mint
18-05-2025
- Politics
- Mint
Boycott Turkey: From JNU to IIT Bombay — Indian universities snap ties with Turkish institutes over support for Pakistan
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay said on Saturday, "It is processing the suspension of its agreements with Turkish universities until further notice." The decision came following Turkey's support to Pakistan amid heightened tensions with India. According to news agency PTI, the institute currently has a faculty exchange programme with some Turkish institutions. IIT Bombay said it is suspending ties 'due to the current geopolitical situation involving Turkey.' Earlier, IIT Roorkee formally cancelled a memorandum of understanding with Inonu University, Turkey. "The Institute remains committed to fostering global collaborations that reflect its academic priorities and uphold national interest," IIT Roorkee had posted on X. Private institutes like Chandigarh University have also severed their academic collaborations with 23 Turkish and Azerbaijani universities over support for Pakistan during 'Operation Sindoor', PTI reported. Lovely Professional University, based in Punjab's Jalandhar, was the first private university in India to terminate its association with institutions in Turkiye and Azerbaijan. LPU terminated all memorandum of understanding with institutions in Turkiye and Azerbaijan, citing recent geopolitical developments that it deems contrary to India's national interest. "When our brave armed forces are risking their lives -- whether in covert operations, air defence, or patrolling our borders -- we, as an institution, cannot remain indifferent. LPU's mission has always been aligned with the growth and integrity of India, and we will never associate with any institution that undermines India's sovereignty," LPU Founder Chancellor and Rajya Sabha member Ashok Kumar Mittal was quoted by news agency ANI as saying. The decision includes the immediate termination of student and faculty exchange programmes, joint research projects, dual degree initiatives and all other forms of academic collaboration with institutions from the two countries. Other colleges, educational institutions boycotting Turkey, Azerbaijan The following institutions are among those that have suspended their agreements with Turkey and Azerbaijan: 1. Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU): In a statement posted on X, JNU said, "Due to National Security considerations, the MoU between JNU and Inonu University, Turkiye stands suspended until further notice. JNU stands with the Nation." 2. Jamia Millia Islamia: Professor Saima Saeed, PRO of Jamia Millia Islamia, told ANI, ' We have suspended all MoUs with institutions affiliated with Turkey. Jamia stands with the nation and the Government of India.' 3. Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), Hyderabad: MANUU, a central university, announced cancelling the arrangement with Yunus Emre Institute, Turkiye for a diploma course, with immediate effect. 4. Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur: CSJMU announced the immediate termination of its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Istanbul University, Turkiye, officials said. Meanwhile, the University of Delhi said on May 14 that it is reviewing its international academic partnerships. "We are examining all the MoUs, and we will take a decision only after reviewing the agreements," a senior DU official told PTI. Several Indians claimed to have boycotted Turkish goods and cancelled their trips to the West Asian country. Online travel platforms, such as EaseMyTrip and Ixigo, also issued advisories against visiting these nations. Several trade bodies have given a call to boycott Turkish products. The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) had on Friday announced a complete boycott of trade with Turkey and Azerbaijan. Meanwhile, Indian universities, including the JNU and Jamia Millia Islamia, have suspended their agreements with the two countries. The Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) announced that it has discontinued the ground-handling services of Turkish company Celebi Airport Services India Private Limited, in compliance with the recent directives of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) with regard to national security. The developments came against the backdrop of Turkiye backing Pakistan and its condemnation of India's strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor. Pakistan also used Turkish drones on a large scale during the military conflict with India. Azerbaijan had also actively supported Pakistan in the conflict.
Time of India
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
After JNU and Jamia, Punjab's LPU, Hyderabad's MANUU and Kanpur University cut ties with Turkish institutions
Several Indian universities have suspended academic collaborations with Turkish institutions, citing national security concerns. After central universities like JNU and Jamia Millia Islamia, now some other universities have also ended their tie-ups with Turkish institutions. Lovely Professional University ( LPU ), Hyderabad's Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), Kanpur University, and Jamia Millia Islamia have ended Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Turkish partners. This follows Jawaharlal Nehru University's (JNU) earlier decision to cut ties with Turkey's Inonu University after Turkey and Azerbaijan publicly backed Pakistan following India's recent military operation in Pahalgam. Lovely Professional University announced the immediate termination of all academic collaborations with institutions in Turkey and Azerbaijan. The decision includes the suspension of student and faculty exchange programmes, joint research projects, and dual degree initiatives. Dr. Ashok Kumar Mittal, Member of Parliament (Rajya Sabha) and founder chancellor of LPU, said, 'When our brave armed forces are risking their lives—whether in covert operations, air defence, or patrolling our borders—we, as an institution, cannot remain indifferent.' MANUU ends MoU with Turkish cultural institute On Thursday, Hyderabad-based MANUU cancelled its five-year MoU with the Yunus Emre Institute, a cultural body affiliated with the Turkish government. The university stated the decision was made due to Turkey's public support for Pakistan after India launched Operation Sindoor in response to a terror attack in Pahalgam. Live Events 'The decision has been taken in protest against Turkey's support for Pakistan's terrorist activities in the context of Indo-Pak tensions,' the university said in an official press release. Kanpur University follows suit Kanpur University also terminated its MoU with Istanbul University on the same day. The university said the action was in direct response to Turkey's position on India's territorial issues. 'This move is a direct consequence of Turkey assuming a critical geopolitical stance to join hands with a nation which is openly hostile to India's sovereignty and territorial integrity,' the university was quoted as saying by India Today. JNU and Jamia take similar steps Jawaharlal Nehru University was among the first to act. On Wednesday, it suspended its MoU with Inonu University, Turkey, citing security concerns. 'Due to national security considerations, the MoU between JNU and Inonu University stands suspended until further notice. JNU stands with the nation,' the university stated on its official X handle. Soon after, Jamia Millia Islamia suspended all its MoUs with Turkish institutions. Speaking to ANI, Professor Saima Saeed, PRO of Jamia, said, 'We have suspended all MoUs with institutions affiliated with Turkey. Jamia stands with the nation and the Government of India.' AIU advisory and wider impact The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has issued an advisory urging institutions across India to review academic collaborations with Pakistan, Turkey, and Bangladesh. The developments have extended beyond academia. According to The Times of India, travel portal MakeMyTrip has reported a 60% drop in bookings to Turkey and Azerbaijan, with cancellations up by 250%. The company has removed promotional content for travel to both countries. In the film industry, the Federation of Western India Cine Employees (FWICE) has called on Indian filmmakers to avoid Turkey as a location for shooting. 'We must not collaborate with countries that support anti-India sentiments,' FWICE said in a statement. Separately, the Indian government has revoked security clearance for Celebi Airport Services, a Turkish ground-handling firm operating in major airports across Delhi, Bengaluru, Goa, and Hyderabad. National sentiment reflected in academic decisions The suspension of ties marks a shift in how Indian academic institutions are aligning with national interests during international disputes. Universities have made it clear that they consider geopolitical factors in their global partnerships.
The Print
15-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
Jamia snaps academic ties with Turkish institutions citing national security concerns
'Due to national security considerations, any MoU between Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) and any institution affiliated to the government of Turkiye stands suspended with immediate effect until further orders. Jamia Millia Islamia stands firmly with the nation,' the university said in a post on X. The move came against the backdrop of Turkiye's backing for Pakistan and its condemnation of India's recent strikes on terror camps in the neighbouring country and Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK) under Operation Sindoor. Pakistan also used Turkish drones on a large scale in the recent military conflict with India. New Delhi, May 15 (PTI) The Jamia Millia Islamia has suspended all academic collaborations with institutions affiliated to the government of Turkiye citing national security concerns, officials said on Thursday. The Delhi University (DU), meanwhile, said it has no active collaboration with any Turkish or Azerbaijani institutions as all its previous MoUs have already expired. 'The DU has examined all the active international collaborations and MoUs. We currently have no collaboration with Turkiye or Azerbaijan; the collaborations we had in the past expired in 2024. We don't have any student from these two countries at present. The last Turkish student passed out from DU last year. We stand with the country,' a senior DU official told PTI. Speaking to PTI, JMI's PRO Saima Saeed said, 'Jamia has suspended any form of collaboration with any Turkish educational institution and also any collaboration with any Turkish establishment. We stand with the government and the nation, and everything stands suspended until further notice.' Jamia's decision followed similar moves by other leading institutions. The Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has also suspended its MoU with Turkiye's Inonu University, which was signed earlier this year for faculty and student exchange programmes. 'JNU has suspended the MoU due to national security considerations as JNU stands with the nation and the armed forces, many of whom are JNU alumni,' Vice-Chancellor Santishree Dhulipudi Pandit said. After Turkiye and Azerbaijan condemned India's recent strikes on terror camps in Pakistan and PoK, New Delhi's trade relations with Ankara and Baku were expected to come under strain. There were growing calls for a boycott of Turkish goods and tourism from certain quarters across India. Several travel platforms, including EaseMyTrip and Ixigo, have issued advisories against visiting Turkiye, reflecting the mounting public sentiment in India against the West Asian nation. PTI MHS ARI This report is auto-generated from PTI news service. ThePrint holds no responsibility for its content.
