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Sunday, January 4, 2026
TopicDelhi University

Topic: Delhi University

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 widens admission criteria beyond academics, announces 1347 extra-curricular activities seats

Delhi University said admissions for the reserved seats would be based on a composite score with 75 percent weightage on ECA trials and 25 percent on CUET score.

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.

DU hosts book discussion on ‘Modi vs Khan Market Gang’. Faculty slams move, says it violates poll code

Faculty members wrote to DU V-C Yogesh Singh expressing concerns. The V-C himself presided over event, where he said 'Khan Market Gang' played role in spreading 'fake narratives'.

On Camera

Wall Street carries big expectations this year after best run since 2009

The concern is not that 2025’s rally was irrational, but that it may be difficult to repeat. Outlooks remain anchored to AI investment and growth without reigniting inflation.

Greece looking at TATA’s WhAP infantry combat vehicle for army procurement

If deal goes through, Greece will be 2nd foreign country to procure vehicle. Morocco was first; TATA Group has set up manufacturing unit there with minimum 30 percent indigenous content.

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.