Exclusion of General Category Students: UGC Equity Rules 2026 Challenged in Supreme Court Over Grievance Redressal Mechanism

The UGC’s Promotion of Equity in Higher Education Institutions Regulations, 2026, have been challenged before the Supreme Court for allegedly excluding general category students from the grievance redressal mechanism, raising constitutional concerns over equality and access to justice in universities.

[Bomb Threats] “Action Plan & SOP Shall Be Shared with Relevant Parties”: HC Directs Delhi Govt. to Finalize Guidelines

The Delhi High Court directed the government to finalize a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for bomb threats, especially in schools, following a related petition. The Court urged prompt implementation, clear roles for stakeholders, regular training, and a grievance mechanism, emphasizing the need for effective strategies to enhance safety within eight weeks.

Law Minister Confirms Government’s Commitment to ‘One Nation, One Poll’ & Uniform Civil Code

The Law Minister, Arjun Ram Meghwal, emphasized the government’s commitment to implementing the ‘One Nation, One Poll’ and a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) to streamline elections and establish common laws for all citizens. He also approved the National Litigation Policy to reduce case backlog, aligning with the government’s focus on ease of living and governance efficiency.