The Supreme Court has requested a response from Maharashtra authorities regarding a petition claiming illegal demolition of a house and shop in Sindhudurg, prompted by a false complaint related to anti-India slogans. The petitioner argues this action violated a prior ruling mandating proper notice before demolitions, alleging political motivation behind the decision.
The Supreme Court of India has established a special task force to address rising student suicides in educational institutions, particularly linked to issues like ragging and harassment. Led by former Supreme Court judge S Ravindra Bhat, the task force comprises top officials and must submit a report within four months to identify causes and preventative measures.
The Kerala State Legal Services Authority (KELSA) has filed a PIL in the Kerala High Court, urging a stronger mechanism to tackle the growing issue of ragging in educational institutions. Citing a concerning rise in such incidents, KELSA emphasized the need for stricter measures. The petition seeks enhanced enforcement of anti-ragging laws to ensure student safety. The court’s intervention is expected to improve preventive and punitive actions against ragging.
Despite 15 years of ragging guidelines of the Supreme Court, it remains a serious issue in Indian colleges, with weak enforcement and rising complaints exposing systemic failures
A shocking ragging case has come to light at Government Nursing College in Kottayam, Kerala. Three first-year students complained to Kottayam Gandhinagar police about serious physical harassment. They said seniors tortured them, even hanging dumbbells from their private parts. The police have started an investigation into the matter. Kottayam: A shocking ragging incident has emerged […]
A Registrar (Judicial) of the Bombay High Court asked the Maharashtra government to look into allegations of institutional casteism, hooliganism, favouritism, sexual harassment and ragging made by students of ILS Law College, Pune.
The Kerala High Court on Friday(5th April), has ordered a CBI investigation into the death of Sidharthan JS, a student at Kerala Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, following allegations of severe ragging. The urgency of the matter was emphasized, with concerns raised about potential delays and obstacles hindering a fair investigation by the state police. The court ruling was in response to a petition filed by Sidharthan’s father, seeking a thorough and impartial investigation.
The Gujarat government Today took action against ragging in educational institutions, issuing a resolution and forming anti-ragging committees. This initiative aligns with UGC and AICTE regulations. The government is also planning a separate resolution for medical colleges. The High Court has issued notices to relevant departments in response to reported incidents.
