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Thursday, January 8, 2026
TopicAligarh Muslim University

Topic: Aligarh Muslim University

Did AMU’s university status nullify its minority institution rights? Ball in SC’s court, the case so far

SC, which is hearing an appeal to a 2006 HC ruling, will revisit its 1967 decision in which it held Aligarh Muslim University's not a minority institution. A roundup of arguments so far.

‘Can’t hear GOI say they don’t stand by amendment’ made in Parliament — SC in AMU minority tag case

Seven-judge SC bench was hearing pleas challenging a 2005 Allahabad HC order quashing a 1981 amendment that altered the AMU Act, 1920, to confer minority status to Aligarh Muslim University.

Is AMU a minority institution? Roots of 6-decade-old dispute & why it’s come up in SC again

A 7-judge bench led by CJI Chandrachud is revisiting 1967 ruling that AMU is not minority institution. Current case stems from appeal against Allahabad HC’s 2006 ruling.

Bid to rename Aligarh as ‘Harigarh’ gets civic body nod, SP decries ‘lack of procedure’

Aligarh mayor says renaming of Aligarh Muslim University was a possibility, but only if district representatives took that decision.

AMU has an opportunity to be gender inclusive—appoint woman V-C, align with Modi govt’s vision

AMU's V-C selection process should consider gender diversity and representation, recognising the invaluable contributions and perspectives women bring to leadership roles.

Morning walker mauled to death by stray dogs inside Aligarh Muslim University campus

Safdar Ali, a resident of a locality adjoining the AMU campus, was out on a morning walk in a garden at Sir Syed Museum when a pack of stray dogs attacked him, police said.

On Camera

How artificial intelligence is reshaping terrorism and state security risks

Terrorist groups are increasingly using AI for propaganda, recruitment and attacks, forcing states to rethink security strategies.

2025 marked key point in India’s power sector: Clean energy surge pushed coal power into rare decline

Coal-based power generation fell 3% in 2025 while renewable capacity surged to 40% of India’s installed power mix, according to India Power Sector Review 2025 by CREA.

Bangladesh-Pakistan look to expand ties to defence procurement as Dhaka shows ‘interest’ in JF-17s

Pakistan military said it has assured Bangladesh of fast-tracked delivery of Super Mushshak trainer aircraft during high level defence meet held Tuesday.

A year-end Mea Culpa in National Interest—The Army-Islam combo doesn’t kill democracy

Many of you might think I got something so wrong in National Interest pieces written this year. I might disagree! But some deserve a Mea Culpa. I’d deal with the most recent this week.