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Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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Topic: Delhi University

Curious case of Lenskart co-founder Sumeet Kapahi’s ‘untraceable’ Delhi University degree & marksheet

DRHP document of company going for IPO states that its global head of sourcing cannot trace his B.Com degree & marksheet from Delhi University.

Delhi’s Rs 1,500 crore Signature Bridge has no CCTV. DU student’s death sparks safety alarm

One of Sneha's friends present at her Saket residence confirmed that a suicide note was found in her room, in which she expressed feelings of failure and said she had decided to end her life.

Faculty supervision, startup mentorship to funding, what DU’s 4th year UG research guidelines entail

New Delhi: In a meeting held on Saturday, the Delhi University’s Academic Council has approved detailed guidelines to implement the fourth year of undergraduate...

DU faces teachers’ wrath as it plans to omit courses on Pakistan, China, Islam in Pol Sc. PG syllabus

Following Pahalgam attack, dept heads at DU were asked to review syllabus & remove any glorification of Pakistan. Teachers protested to it calling the move 'politically motivated'.

Plagiarism, fake information riddle DU School of Open Learning study materials. ‘Cruel joke’

Historical and factual errors have long marred the study materials of the DU School of Open Learning despite calls for reform. ‘A major procedural lapse,’ said Maya John, DU Academic Council member.

Cow dung smears, slogans & saffron—students, faculty members say DU’s on an ideological tilt

From controversial events to contentious appointments and syllabus changes, critics say the university, once known for its diverse views, is being used to push a right-wing narrative.

What students and faculty say about DU principal who coated classroom walls with cow dung

Principal Pratyush Vatsala had set up ‘Gokul area’ on the campus of Lakshmibai College and is popular for ignoring students complaints about the infrastructure, water supply, and washroom facilities.

House panel seeks ‘Institute of Eminence’ tag for JNU, more autonomy for colleges under existing IoEs

JNU applied for IoE tag in 2022. Parliamentary standing committee's report also highlights that nearly 8 yrs after IoE scheme's launch, only 12 of 20 institutes have been notified.

What is DU’s two-phase DUSU elections proposal and why students & faculty are opposing it

The matter came up at a Thursday meeting of the DU executive council. A document submitted to the body said the system is in line with the University Grants Commission rules.

Delhi student politics is changing. New DUSU president’s use of fear and force has many fans

Ronak Khatri proactively raises student welfare issues, but he keeps his distance from national and international issues. His concern is with the quality of food in the mess and well-maintained toilets.

On Camera

Indians should adopt stray dogs. It’s what Hindu value system teaches

Compassion and cohabitation with animals are ingrained in the Indian value system. A humane solution must be found for the rising conflict between man and free-range animals.

New insolvency frameworks to shorter timelines, how 2025 amendment bill proposes to transform IBC

New bill aims to fix key issues with IBC 2016, including delays & patchy implementation, and protect creditors, with window for genuine promoters to retain control of their companies.

Centre appoints Army ex-vice chief Lt Gen NS Raja Subramani as military adviser to NSC Secretariat

New Delhi: Former Indian Army Vice Chief Lt Gen N.S. Raja Subramani (Retd) has been appointed the new Military Advisor (MA) to the National...

That Oval Office picture for ages deserves closer Indian reading, with a geopolitical lens

Putin sees this as a victory. Europeans have decided to deal with Trump on his terms for the sake of the larger Western alliance. We look at the lessons for us in India.