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The revival of student-union elections at Indian universities: Explained

From Karnataka’s decision to revive campus polls after nearly four decades to student protests at Aligarh Muslim University and Jamia Millia Islamia, the demand for elected student representation is gaining attention. But the rules governing campus politics, concerns over violence and the powers of university administrations remain central to the debate.

Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood named International Science Council Fellow for 2026

Nobel Peace Prize 2026: Indian-origin South African jurist ‘Navi’ Pillay wins award for human rights advocacy

Tulu language gets fresh push for national recognition, Eighth Schedule inclusion

What is El Nino Effect and Why EAM Jaishankar Warned of a Crisis in Coming Months: Explained

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has warned that the world could face a major food crisis in the coming months as disrupted grain supplies, fertiliser shortages, geopolitical conflicts and a strengthening El Nino put additional pressure on food production. For India, the warning comes after a weak and uneven 2026 monsoon.

Supreme Court rules out blanket firecracker ban, considers time-bound use

The Supreme Court has indicated that firecrackers should not be used throughout the day and said specified hours could provide a middle ground, while allowing certain next-generation green crackers subject to safety and emission conditions.

Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam’s fresh bail pleas rejected by Delhi HC

The Delhi High Court rejected fresh bail pleas by Umar Khalid and Sharjeel Imam, citing the Supreme Court’s January 2026 order and holding that the circumstances under which they could renew their bail pleas had not arisen.

Supreme Court to hear plea on CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s exercise of ECI powers

The petition questions whether powers vested in the multi-member Election Commission can be exercised or represented individually by the Chief Election Commissioner and seeks enforcement of the panel’s collective decision-making framework.

Supreme Court takes suo motu cognisance of rising rape cases in Delhi-NCR

A Bench of Justices J.B. Pardiwala and K. Vinod Chandran directed registration of a suo motu PIL after taking note of recent alleged sexual offences involving minors in Delhi and the National Capital Region.

Tamil Nadu CM Vijay announces ₹50 lakh reward for Asian Games silver medallist Abhay Singh

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay announced a ₹50 lakh incentive for squash player Abhay Singh after his silver-medal finish in the men’s singles event at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.