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Members of ABVP, Left-leaning student unions clash on Jadavpur University campus

A clash erupted between ABVP and Left-leaning student groups at Jadavpur University. Several students sustained injuries during the confrontation which continued late into the night. Both sides accused each other of bringing outsiders onto the university campus. Fires were allegedly set at several locations on the campus early Thursday morning.

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Student groups protest UGC-NET re-exam, demand NTA accountability over repeated lapses

Student groups protested the National Testing Agency's decision to re-conduct UGC-NET exams. These organizations cited repeated lapses which put students' academic and career plans at risk. The NTA ordered fresh tests for English, Commerce, and Sociology after finding errors. Protests demanded the scrapping of the NTA and accountability for examination…

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Jantar Mantar protest, Gen Z issues set to dominate DUSU poll campaign

The Delhi University Students' Union elections are set for September 18, with nomination submissions closing on September 10. Student-led protests regarding admissions and educational equity are expected to shape the candidates' agendas. In the weeks leading up to the election, various student groups plan to ramp up their outreach efforts…

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As DU reopens, students decode ‘thinly veiled threats’ and Jantar Mantar protests

There were fewer students than usual in Delhi University’s North Campus this week, as most of those who had joined days earlier were attending their orientation. You could find students across Hindu College, the Faculty of Law, Daulat Ram College, St Stephen's College and Hansraj College holding a piece of…

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SFI felicitates activists after Pradhan's resignation, says fight for reforms will continue

The Students' Federation of India held a ceremony to honor participants in a recent nationwide movement. This month-long protest demanded accountability for examination irregularities and paper leaks. Activists who sustained injuries during police action were also recognized at the event. The organization claimed the agitation was a historic victory for…

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Indian students gather in solidarity with CJP at London's Trafalgar Square

London students gathered to support India's student movement and its recent success. The protest celebrated the education minister's resignation after a 36-day agitation. Protesters mourned students who died and condemned police actions against demonstrators. Many waved Indian flags and held placards demanding a ban on NEET. International students were urged…

The Economic Times

School Holiday Tomorrow, July 24: Check where schools are closed amid heavy rain & protests, and which districts are on IMD alert

Student organisations have called a bandh on Friday, July 24, over the alleged NEET paper leak, which may disrupt schools and colleges in Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Kerala. Meanwhile, the IMD has forecast heavy rain in several states. However, no state government has announced a statewide school holiday for July…

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Is the Cockroach Janata Party threatening the system, or just letting off steam?

While addressing the crowd gathered at the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) protest at Jantar Mantar on Saturday, founder Abhijeet Dipke invoked the famous Spiderman quote: “With great power comes great responsibility.” It is worth holding him to that standard, and asking what CJP has done right, and what it has…

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NEET-UG row: SFI holds protests across Kerala

The NEET-UG examination and its cancellation prompted the Students Federation of India (SFI) activists to continue their protests across Kerala. Protestors raised slogans against the Centre and National Testing Agency (NTA), brought down barriers in many places and on Tuesday barged into the office of the Principal Accountant General in…

The Economic Times

Can wood be good? Green forestry standards demystified, from FSC to SFI

The tree-shaped badge on your next desk might certify the gold standard of forestry – or very little. Here’s how to tell

The Guardian - US

Finally, A New Dodge Charger With a Hemi V-8

The new Dodge Charger might not have a V-8 engine (yet), but there’s still one way to get the latest muscle car with a Hemi. Today, Dodge debuted the 2025 Dodge Charger Hustle Stuff Drag Pack—a purpose-built drag car with a supercharger V-8 under the hood.

Motor1

Farmers warn of impact on wildlife of closure of nature-friendly farming scheme

People who had been planning to implement measures under the sustainable farming incentive now say they cannot afford to.

Evening Standard

Farmers in England fear for nature after sustainable farming funding frozen

Government also considering blocking more profitable farmers from a revised future scheme

The Guardian - UK

Steve Reed branded ‘Where’s Wally’ as he is accused of ‘ducking scrutiny’

The Environment Secretary also failed to guarantee that his budget won’t see further cuts, ahead of the Chancellor’s spring statement next week.

Evening Standard

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‘My farm makes me just £50 a week – Labour’s scrapping of £1bn subsidy scheme will be devastating’

As Labour closes the sustainable farming incentive (SFI) for new applications, the party faces a backlash from farmers who say the decision will further put the country’s food security at risk

The Conversation

The UK has closed its flagship sustainable farming scheme, choosing short-term cuts over long-term security

The UK government’s decision to abruptly close all applications for its flagship nature-friendly farming scheme has shocked many of the country’s farmers and environmentalists.

The Independent UK

Government under fire over abrupt closure of key nature-friendly farming scheme

Ministers said the budget for the sustainable farming incentive had been spent.

Evening Standard

Fury as Defra closes key nature-friendly farming scheme to new applicants

The abrupt move is described as ‘another shattering blow’ to the sector, which is already at loggerheads with Government.

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The Guardian - UK

Farmers in England furious as Defra pauses post-Brexit payment scheme

Applications to the sustainable farming initiative no longer accepted but no clarity on what will replace it and when

The Independent UK

Hill farmers’ finances ‘in jeopardy’ from delays to new farming schemes – report

Nature and climate targets, and efforts to reduce flooding, are also threatened by a lack of support for upland farming businesses, a think tank said.

Newslaundry

Free movie tickets, burgers, vandalism, and QR codes: How to win a DUSU election

Free stationery, movie tickets, and even burgers – the range of freebies being offered ahead of the Delhi University Students’ Union election on September 27 is extensive. But they are not the only campaign tactic deployed by student leaders and parties. Even noise is.

Dynamite News

Indian Open of Surfing's 5th edition to start from May 31

The Surfing Federation of India (SFI), the governing body for the sports of surfing and stand-up paddling in India, announced the fifth edition of the Indian Open Surfing (IOS). Read further on Dynamite News:

The Hindu

CPI(M) banks on new faces for a potential turnaround in West Bengal

Next-generation CPI(M) candidates in West Bengal, like Srijan Bhattacharyya, use modern tactics to appeal to young voters.

The Hindu

SFI accuses police of halting probe into CUK student’s death

SFI accuses police of halting investigation into death of Ruby Patel at Central University of Kerala.

The Hindu

UoH panel to probe into clash on campus

University of Hyderabad investigates clash between ABVP and SFI student organisations.

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