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ISI Autonomy Under Threat: New Draft Bill Raises Concerns

The Draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025, proposes converting ISI into a statutory body under central control, threatening its historic independence. Experts warn this mirrors a broader trend of stifling institutional autonomy in education. Read

ISI Autonomy Under Threat: New Draft Bill Raises Concerns

The Draft Indian Statistical Institute Bill, 2025, proposes converting ISI into a statutory body under central control, raising fears of eroding institutional independence. Experts warn this mirrors a broader trend affecting IIMs and Visva-Bharati. Read m

India's Balancing Act: The Russia Relationship in Focus

India's strategic partnership with Russia faces new tests amid global pressure over Ukraine. How will New Delhi navigate this crucial relationship while protecting its national interests? Read our in-depth analysis.

Govt to Update GDP Base Year to 2022-23 from 2011-12

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced India will update its GDP calculation base year to 2022-23. New data series, reflecting modern consumption, will be released on Feb 27. Read the full story.

India's Q3 GDP Growth Hits 8.4%, FY24 Forecast Raised

India's economy grew at a stellar 8.4% in Q3 FY24, the fastest in six quarters. The government revised its full-year growth estimate upward to 7.6%. Discover the key drivers and what this means for Asia's third-largest economy.

Pathalgarhi: Tribal Heartland Seeks Freedom from Govt

The Pathalgarhi movement that began in Jharkhand in 2017 has spread to Odisha and Chhattisgarh, with tribal villages declaring autonomy from government control. Explore this growing tribal assertion.

BHU Institute of Science Hosts Mini-Marathon for Humanity

BHU's Institute of Science organized a 45-minute mini-marathon 'Endure the Miles, Wake Up for Humanity'. Vice-Chancellor Prof Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi flagged off the event, leading staff and students in the run. Read more about this inspiring campus initiat

GIB Survey Postpones Solapur International Airport

The fate of Solapur's planned international airport hinges on a fresh survey for the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard. The re-survey, to be conducted post-elections, will determine the project's future. Read more.

ISI Fights Draft Bill Over Autonomy Concerns

Indian Statistical Institute faces a governance overhaul. Faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, calling it a threat to the institute's 94-year legacy of independence. Rally planned for Nov 28.

ISI Kolkata Protests Draft Bill, Fears Autonomy Loss

Indian Statistical Institute, Kolkata, faculty, staff, and students protest the draft ISI Bill 2025, claiming it threatens the institute's autonomy and affordable education. A rally is planned for Nov 28.

Mahalanobis: The Statistical Architect of India

Explore how physicist Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis built India's statistical foundation through ISI, NSS and economic planning. Discover his lasting legacy in data-driven governance.

IISc staff arrested for Rs 1.94 crore fraud

Bengaluru police arrest 3 including 2 IISc women staff for siphoning Rs 1.94 crore meant for student travel. Assets worth Rs 1 crore recovered including land and gold.

Panjab University protests reignite autonomy debate

Student-led protests at Panjab University, joined by farmers, force Centre to withdraw notification. The agitation continues, demanding Senate polls and challenging perceived federal overreach.

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