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Unnao Nursing College Protest Over 'Bad Touch' Allegation

A nursing student in Unnao accused the medical superintendent of inappropriate touch during a checkup on Nov 17. The allegation sparked massive campus protests, leading to police intervention. Read the full story.

SOAS London Launches Ambedkar-Kalaignar Fellowship

The University of London's SOAS launches a new visiting fellowship for social justice and federalism, supported by a Tamil Nadu leader. Explore this opportunity for researchers and activists.

Kerala University to set up Centre for Wetland Studies

Kerala University of Fisheries and Ocean Studies (Kufos) establishes a Centre for Wetland Studies to combat wetland loss, focusing on Ramsar sites like Vembanad Lake. A new study reveals an 85% drop in its water carrying capacity.

Student Expelled in China for Dissenting Views

A Chinese university student's expulsion over political comments raises serious concerns about academic freedom and censorship in China's education system. Read the full investigation.

UP to Develop Sambhal as Religious Tourism Centre

Uttar Pradesh government accelerates plans to transform Sambhal into a premier religious tourism destination, restoring ancient pilgrimage sites and heritage structures. Discover the revival!

Irawati Karve: Pune's Road to an Anthropology Legacy

Discover the legacy of Irawati Karve, the pioneering anthropologist who shaped Indian social science. Learn about her Berlin training, anti-racist stance, and lasting impact on Pune's academic landscape.

Kerala Priest Arrested in MP Over Conversion Charges

A Kerala-based Christian priest faces arrest in Madhya Pradesh over alleged illegal religious conversion activities, sparking political firestorm with CM Pinarayi Vijayan condemning the action.

Mahmood Mamdani Wins Holberg Prize 2024

Renowned Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani has been awarded the 2024 Holberg Prize, recognizing his groundbreaking work challenging Western-centric perspectives in African studies and social sciences.

Pak officials bar Hindu pilgrim from Sikh Jatha

A shocking incident of alleged religious discrimination emerges as a Hindu pilgrim claims Pakistani officials prevented him from joining a Sikh pilgrimage group to Gurdwara Panja Sahib, citing his religious identity.

Bengaluru's EMPRI gets ₹550 crore mega makeover

Karnataka's environmental research institute EMPRI in Bengaluru is set for a massive ₹550 crore redevelopment, transforming it into a world-class sustainability hub with state-of-the-art facilities and expanded campus.

VP Dhankhar: Religious Crisis Always Temporary

India's Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar delivers powerful message on religious resilience at Tirupati event, emphasizing that faith systems always overcome temporary challenges through inherent strength and adaptability.

Sultanpur Lodhi Hosts Groundbreaking Green Nagar Kirtan

Sultanpur Lodhi witnessed a historic environmental initiative as the Sikh community organized a revolutionary plastic-free Nagar Kirtan, combining spiritual devotion with ecological consciousness in a spectacular display of faith and sustainability.

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