Today, On 27th January, The Supreme Court will hear pleas regarding the cancellation of 25,753 teaching and non-teaching jobs in West Bengal, as ordered by the High Court. The apex court clarified that if it finds the appointments illegal, those affected must return the salaries and benefits they received. This case stems from allegations of irregularities in recruitment for school jobs.
Today, On 10th January, The Supreme Court dismissed a plea challenging the reduction in JEE Advanced attempts, emphasizing that commitments made to students cannot be arbitrarily retracted. However, the court provided relief to candidates who dropped out between November 5 and November 18, 2024, by permitting them to register for the exam. The decision balances adherence to policy with fairness for affected students.
Today, On 25th October, the Supreme Court delayed discussing a petition regarding NEET PG 2024 result transparency, sparked by student concerns over exam fairness and clarity. Issues raised included discrepancies in scores and the lack of a published procedure. The hearing’s adjournment allows further examination of student grievances amid ongoing counseling process challenges.
The Supreme Court, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, will address the NEET PG case this Friday, focusing on the petitioners’ demands for transparency regarding examination results and normalization processes. Concerns have been raised about data accessibility from the National Board of Examinations, which could influence the fairness of medical education admissions.
Today, On 21st October, Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud announced a two-week extension for an expert panel reviewing NEET-UG reforms. The Supreme Court’s decision allows the panel to finalize its comprehensive report, addressing key issues in the exam’s administration and highlighting security lapses, while ensuring improvements in transparency and efficiency.
Today, On 12th July, The Calcutta High Court urged the West Bengal government to provide equal child care benefits to male and female employees, emphasizing the need for gender equality in workplace policies. This recommendation stemmed from a petition by a male primary school teacher seeking extended child care leave after his wife’s passing, highlighting the shared responsibility of parents in caring for their children.
A plea has been filed in the Supreme Court challenging NG Acharya and DK Marathe College’s ban on religious attire. The college enforced a dress code prohibiting burqas, hijabs, and niqabs, prompting nine students to contest the notice. The plea argues that the college lacks the authority to impose such restrictions, violating the students’ rights and contradicting inclusivity objectives.
The Patna High Court has permitted the recruitment of assistant professors in Bihar’s state universities, ending a four-year hiatus. The court mandated specific guidelines for creating reservation rosters for each university. The decision ensures subject-wise and university-wise determination of reservation quotas, following a prolonged legal dispute. The Bihar State University Service Commission will promptly resume the appointment process.
Today (8th April): The Supreme Court has issued a stay on the Karnataka High Court’s order to conduct board exams for classes 5, 8, 9, and 11. This decision came in response to concerns about the impact on students’ futures and compliance with the RTE Act. The Supreme Court has suspended the implementation of the High Court’s directive until further notice.
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