The Supreme Court dismissed an EWS candidate’s plea challenging the Rs 8 lakh income limit amid high private medical college fees. Addressing affordability concerns, the Bench remarked that students unable to pay may seek scholarships, fee subvention, or financial assistance.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court held that a father’s obligation toward his daughters includes funding higher education and not merely providing basic maintenance. Stressing that women empowerment must be implemented in practice, the Court directed payment of Rs 46.26 lakh towards the daughters’ medical and engineering education expenses.
The Supreme Court issued notice to CBSE on a plea by a Saudi Arabia-based student seeking declaration of his Class XII Improvement Examination result. Concerned about the impact on his higher education opportunities, the Court directed urgent consideration, observing that the matter concerns the student’s academic future and admissions.
Former CJI U U Lalit said the Right to Education is a powerful example of affirmative action that transformed millions of lives and boosted India’s literacy. He highlighted how judicial interpretation and legislative action together made education a fundamental right.
An FIR has been filed against Samajwadi Party leader Rachna Singh Gautam for allegedly running an unauthorised “PDA Pathshala” outside a government school in Shahampur Garhi village, Bilhaur block, Kanpur, without permission from local authorities.
In the WBSSC job case, a group of ‘untainted’ teachers who lost their jobs after the Supreme Court’s ruling have approached the Calcutta High Court, alleging that Bengal Police are harassing them despite the apex court’s order.
A 16-year-old girl has approached the Supreme Court seeking to cancel her child marriage, stating she “wants to study.” She urged the court to protect her right to education and personal freedom.
Parents of 32 students expelled from DPS Dwarka over unpaid fees have petitioned the Delhi High Court, alleging violations of court orders and mistreatment of their children. They claim the school expelled students without notice, disregarding written complaints and threatening the students with bouncers. The case raises significant concerns about private schools’ practices.
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India on Friday ruled that Rohingya children can approach government schools for admission. If they are denied, they have the right to move the high court.A bench comprising Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh gave this ruling while disposing of a petition. The plea had requested that the Delhi government grant admission to Rohingya children who hold United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) cards in public schools.
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Friday (31st Dec) asked for details about where Rohingya refugees are staying in Delhi. A bench led by Justice Surya Kant and including Justice N. Kotiswar Singh was hearing a petition filed by NGO Rohingya Human Rights Initiative.
