The fact-finding committee at Jadavpur University recorded statements from teachers, scholars, and students regarding the hijab controversy. It recommended excluding a professor from EC discussions and will submit its final report by January 29.
The BJP has stated that Mayawati's recent political move is an internal affair of the BSP, distancing itself from the controversy.
BSP chief Mayawati declares no political alliances for 2027 UP elections, emphasizes outreach to Brahmins while keeping Dalit base intact, and criticizes rival parties.
BSP chief Mayawati targets BJP and SP for neglecting Brahmins, promises to safeguard community interests if her party returns to power in Uttar Pradesh.
BSP chief Mayawati promises full respect for Brahmins when her party returns to power and announces the party will contest the 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly elections alone without any alliances.
A short circuit disrupted Mayawati's 70th birthday press conference at BSP headquarters in Lucknow, causing smoke but no injuries. The BSP leader calmly resumed her speech.
Mayawati announces BSP will fight all elections independently, ruling out alliances with any party, including the crucial 2027 Uttar Pradesh Assembly polls.
A short circuit caused smoke to fill the room during Mayawati's press conference in Lucknow. BSP state president confirmed a fused bulb led to the incident, with no injuries reported.
BSP chief Mayawati abruptly ended a press conference in Lucknow when smoke was seen billowing from lighting equipment, causing a brief scare but no injuries reported.
Akhilesh Yadav and Mayawati condemn the brutal killing of an OBC man with a brick in Meerut. The shocking incident was discovered by a school watchman. Read the full story.
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar challenges Asaduddin Owaisi to appoint a hijab-wearing woman as AIMIM chief, alleging intimidation of Muslim women activists. Read the full political debate.
BJP's Sanjay Kumar challenges Asaduddin Owaisi to appoint a hijab-clad woman as AIMIM chief, sparking a debate on women's representation and political symbolism. Read the full story.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma and AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi trade sharp words over hijab-clad PM remark, sparking a debate on secularism and political discourse. Full details inside.
JD(U) clarifies senior leader K C Tyagi's call for Bharat Ratna for CM Nitish Kumar is his personal view, not the party's stance, amid NDA allies' support. Read the full story.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's comment on a hijab-wearing woman becoming India's PM triggers a sharp 'Hindu nation' response from BJP's Nitish Rane. Full details inside.
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi's vision of a hijab-wearing PM sparks a fierce retort from Maharashtra minister Nitish Rane. Read the full political debate on India's constitutional inclusivity.
Dr Nusrat Parveen, central to a controversy involving Bihar CM Nitish Kumar, has formally joined her government post in Patna after multiple deadline extensions. Read the full story.
Jadavpur University's English department head Saswati Halder proceeds on leave until Jan 30 after being asked by the VC amid a hijab controversy probe. Read the full details.
Jadavpur University's fact-finding committee on the hijab controversy has requested the VC to relieve English HoD Saswati Halder. Details on the probe, dissenting voices, and student allegations inside.
Jadavpur University's English department board recommends HOD resolve hijab issue through talks after exam incident. Probe panel formed, trust deficit addressed. Details inside.
Gousiya, a Mangaluru student forced to quit college during the 2022 hijab row, triumphs with a postgrad degree in medical physics. Read her inspiring journey of resilience and academic success.
Girdhari Lal Sahu, husband of Uttarakhand minister Rekha Arya, faces backlash for derogatory comment about Bihar women. Bihar Women Commission issues notice. Read full story.
AIMIM leader Imtiaz Jaleel issues a stern warning over hijab row, criticizes 'so-called secular parties' for not supporting Muslims. Read his full rally speech ahead of Maharashtra civic polls.
BSP chief Mayawati condemns the Indore contaminated water deaths, blaming government negligence and corruption. She urges both state and centre for effective action. Read more.
The Jadavpur University hijab dispute probe faces delays after a panel member expressed 'lack of confidence' in the chairperson, cancelling the first meeting. Read the latest developments.
Jadavpur University VC Chiranjib Bhattacharjee urges community to uphold diversity after students allege hijab removal request. A probe panel investigates the December 24 incident. Read more.
An FIR filed in Kolkata alleges Bihar CM Nitish Kumar pulled down a woman's hijab at a Patna event. Police are investigating the complaint citing social media links. Explore the details.
West Bengal's minority commission suggests Jadavpur University's English HOD stay off campus during hijab controversy probe. Professor claims she wasn't heard. Details inside.
Jadavpur University sets up a fact-finding committee after a student alleged she was asked to partially remove her hijab during an exam. The panel has 30 days to submit its report.
Massive protests erupt in Malerkotla, Punjab, against Bihar CM Nitish Kumar for his remarks on a woman's niqab. Locals demand an apology. Read full details.