SC Orders NTF to Draft Student Well-being Audit SOPs
The Supreme Court has directed the National Task Force to develop standard operating procedures for well-being audits in higher education institutions to address student suicides.
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Marathwada Farmer Suicides Peak at 1,129 in 2025
Official data reveals Marathwada recorded 1,129 farmer suicides in 2025, the highest in five years. Beed district leads with 256 cases as erratic weather and policy delays worsen the agrarian crisis.
Guntur Student Missing in Alaska During Solo Winter Trip
Karasani Hari Krishna Reddy, a 24-year-old MS student from Guntur, vanished during a solo trip to Alaska. Last contact was Dec 30. Friends and police are searching. Read for details and updates.
Bengaluru Dental Student Found Dead at Residence
A 23-year-old dental student in Bengaluru was found dead at her Chandapura home. A suicide note was recovered, while classmates allege harassment by college staff. If you need support, call Tele-Manas: 14416.
Vijayawada: BTech Student Dies in College Suicide
A 21-year-old BTech student at Vignan Deemed University died after setting himself on fire in a campus bathroom. Police are investigating the tragic incident, ruling out academic pressure and love failure. Read the full report.
Forest Conservation Key to Preventing Farmer Suicides: Ex-IFS
Retired forest secretary AC Lakshman warns that environmental degradation is a major cause of farmer distress. He calls for urgent action to conserve forests and reduce human-animal conflict. Read more.
Andhra Pradesh student missing in Alaska, last seen Dec 31
Hari Karasani, an Indian student from Andhra Pradesh, is missing in Alaska after last being seen on December 31. Alaska State Troopers seek information. Read for details and updates.
BAMS student dies by suicide in Kanpur hostel over backlog
A 27-year-old Ayurveda student, Shailendra Kumar, died by suicide in his Kanpur hostel room. Police cite exam failure stress as a key factor. Read the full report.
Vidarbha: 2,009 farmer suicides reported in 2025
Kishor Tiwari reveals 2,009 farmer suicides in Vidarbha for 2025, accusing BJP and all political parties of silence on agrarian distress. Read the full report.
Telangana student dies in Germany fire, family seeks help
Hruthik Reddy, a 22-year-old engineering student from Telangana, died after jumping from his apartment during a fire in Germany. His family appeals for help to repatriate his body. Read the full story.
87% Success Rate for Student Loan Bankruptcy Discharge
A new study shows an 87% success rate for discharging student loans via bankruptcy, debunking a persistent myth. Learn how policy changes have made this path more accessible for millions of borrowers.
IIT Kanpur Student Dies by Suicide, Leaves Note
A final-year B.Tech student at IIT Kanpur died by suicide in his hostel room. Police recovered a note from the scene. Details inside.
IIT Kharagpur approves wellness courses after student suicides
IIT Kharagpur's Senate greenlights mandatory life skills and optional joy & success courses from Jan 2026 to build student resilience and combat mental health crises. Learn about the curriculum designed from lived student experiences.
Medical Student Found Dead in Ludhiana Canal
The body of BDS student Anugrah from Rajasthan was recovered from a Ludhiana canal four days after he went missing. Police await postmortem report.
Class XI Student Dies by Suicide in Gumla Rented House
An 18-year-old Class XI student, Ayesha Kumari, died by suicide in her Raidih rented house. Police are investigating the incident. Read the full details here.
Farmer Suicides: A Fragile Pause in a Tragic Cycle
A recent decline in farmer suicides offers a fragile pause. This editorial argues for urgent, systemic action to transform this moment into a true turning point for Indian agriculture.
2,809 Farmer Suicides in Karnataka Since 2023-24
HD Kumaraswamy discloses a tragic toll of 2,809 farmer suicides in Karnataka since the 2023-24 fiscal year, highlighting unfulfilled loan promises. Read the full report on the deepening agrarian crisis.
Kumaraswamy: Hate Speech Bill Aims to Silence Opposition
Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy accuses Karnataka govt of using Hate Speech Bill to suppress opposition, highlights 2,800 farmer suicides under Congress. Read his full charges.
Karnataka Farmer Suicides: Over 2800 Deaths Since 2023-24
Shocking data reveals over 2800 farmer suicides in Karnataka since 2023-24 FY. Minister cites debt & crop failure as key reasons. Read the full report.
Tamil Nadu Student Brain Dead After School Group Attack
A 17-year-old student in Thanjavur declared brain dead after assault by classmates. Police detain 15 juveniles as tensions rise. Details on the tragic school violence incident.
Indian Student Dies in US House Fire, Family Seeks Aid
An Indian student from Andhra Pradesh died in a house fire in the US. His family seeks financial help to bring his body home. Read the full story.
KIIT B.Tech Student Found Dead in Hostel Room
A first-year B.Tech student at KIIT University was found deceased in his hostel room. The Infocity police are investigating the incident which occurred on Sunday. Read for details.
Indian Student Stabbed in UK, 5 Suspects on Bail
A 30-year-old student from Haryana was fatally stabbed in the UK. Five suspects have been released on bail as the investigation continues. Read the latest updates.
Haryana student stabbed in UK, family seeks MEA help
Mohammad Abdul Arfath, 25-year-old student from Hyderabad, stabbed to death in UK. Family appeals to MEA for body repatriation. Indian mission providing assistance.
Parliamentary panel reviews coaching centres after suicides
A parliamentary committee launches a comprehensive review of coaching centres and student mental health following rising suicide cases in Kota. The probe will also examine AI in education and PM-SHRI schools.
Parliamentary Panel Reviews Coaching Centres After Suicides
Amid rising student suicides due to stress, a parliamentary committee will examine coaching centre proliferation, AI impact on education, and regulatory reforms. Learn about the government's response.
899 Farmer Suicides in Marathwada During 2025
Marathwada witnesses 899 farmer suicides between January-October 2025. Former MP Raju Shetti blames unseasonal rains and crop damage. Read the full report on this agricultural crisis.
Indian Student's Body Returns from Russia to Rajasthan
The body of 22-year-old Indian student Mohammed Sameer, found dead in Russia, has been repatriated to Rajasthan. Family awaits answers in tragic case.
Pehowa Boy Rescued from Traffickers in Belarus
A 22-year-old student from Haryana's Pehowa was rescued from human traffickers in Belarus. Learn how authorities intervened and safety tips for students abroad.
Coppola & Dunst Plan New Film Collaboration
Oscar-winning director Sofia Coppola confirms she is developing a new project with actress Kirsten Dunst, marking their first collaboration since 2017's The Beguiled. Discover their creative partnership details.
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