Andhra Pradesh plans to introduce Heartfulness Yoga training in 963 government schools in the first phase of a student wellbeing initiative. The programme is expected to cover 4.47 lakh students, Education Minister N. Lokesh said during a review meeting with school education, higher education and skill development officials in Vijayawada on Wednesday. Lokesh directed officials to launch awareness programmes on student mental health and stress across the state.

The death of IIT Bombay student Sahil Ravindra Wakode on September 18 has led to a police investigation, an internal inquiry and student protests. His family has alleged caste-based harassment, while questions remain about an incident during a mid-semester examination shortly before he returned to his hostel. Investigators have not established what caused him to take his life. Sahil was a second-year BTech student in the Department of Energy Science and Enginee

A US federal judge temporarily halted new visa rules that would limit how long international students and foreign journalists can remain in the country. US Judge Blocks New Visa Limits for Students, Journalists A US federal judge has postponed the implementation of a Trump administration policy imposing stricter time limits on foreign students and journalists studying or working in the United States.

Delhi Police have rejected allegations that excessive force was used against protesters during the July 20 Cockroach Janta Party-led demonstration at Jantar Mantar, telling the Supreme Court that the size of the gathering and subsequent clashes required a controlled police response. In an affidavit filed in connection with four petitions seeking a Supreme Court-monitored investigation into alleged police excesses, the force said more than 30,000 people participated in the protest ag

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

Rahul Gandhi Targets Modi, Shah Over Gen Z Protest FIRs Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Home Minister Amit Shah of trying to silence Gen Z protesters through FIRs, alleged police action and social media restrictions. His remarks came after Parliament passed stricter amendments to India’s anti-paper leak law. Rahul Gandhi Gen Z Protest Remarks Target Modi, Shah Over FIRs

Kharge Challenges Centre Over Anti-Paper Leak Bill The Rajya Sabha passed the anti-paper leak Bill after a heated political debate in which Mallikarjun Kharge questioned the Centre’s response to examination fraud and student protests. The legislation introduces tougher prison terms, higher fines, time-bound investigations and fast-track trials for organised paper leak cases. Kharge Questions Centre as Rajya Sabha Passes Anti-Paper Leak Bill

Supreme Court CJP Protest Order: No Coercive Action Against Students The Supreme Court has directed states to avoid coercive action against CJP protesters without criminal antecedents and release eligible detainees. It also ordered the preservation of protest footage, police records, and protesters’ personal data. Court Grants Interim Relief and P

Amit Shah Faces Opposition Pressure Over Student Protest Action Opposition parties have intensified pressure on Home Minister Amit Shah over the July 20 police action against students protesting the alleged NEET paper leak. The issue disrupted Parliament as MPs demanded accountability while the government introduced stricter anti-paper-leak legislation. Opposition Targets Amit Shah Over NEET Protest Police Action The

Nilekani-Led Exam Reform Panel Faces Trust and Privacy Test PM Modi’s Nandan Nilekani-led examination reform task force will examine technology, security and structural changes for the NTA. The APAAR consent dispute shows that privacy, voluntary participation, and accountability will be vital to restoring student trust. Nandan Nilekani Exam Reform Task Force Faces APAAR Trust Test The Nandan Nilekani exam reform task

Court Raises Concern Over Protest Lathi-Charge The Supreme Court said peaceful agitation alone cannot justify a lathi-charge while hearing petitions alleging police excesses during recent student protests. The bench also opposed violence by demonstrators and called for a uniform national protocol.   Agitation Alone Cannot Justify Lathi-Charge, Supreme Court Says The Supreme Court on lathi charge during protests made an importa

Exam Reform Bill Meets Renewed Opposition Protests The Lok Sabha was adjourned amid Opposition protests over the alleged use of force against NEET demonstrators, even as the Centre prepared to introduce a stricter anti-paper leak Bill with tougher penalties and fast-track trials.   Lok Sabha Adjourned as NEET Protest Row Dominates Session New Delhi, July 27, 2026: The anti-paper leak Bill 2026 Parliament debat

NEET Row Deepens as Parliament Faces Fresh Disruptions The NEET paper leak controversy intensified in New Delhi as Opposition protests disrupted Parliament. Rahul Gandhi also demanded accountability over alleged pellet-gun injuries, while the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan remained unresolved.   NEET Protest Disrupts Parliament as Rahul Gandhi Targets Centre New Delhi, July 24, 2026: The

Written Assurances End Sonam Wangchuk’s 26-Day Hunger Strike Sonam Wangchuk ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving written assurances from the Centre on examination accountability, NEET reforms, and peaceful protests. PM Modi wished him a speedy recovery, while the wider CJP agitation at Jantar Mantar continues. What Changed After 26 Days of Protest New Delhi, July 24, 2026: Activist Sonam Wangchuk

NEET Row Intensifies as Annamalai and Anna Hazare Seek Accountability K Annamalai and Anna Hazare have separately questioned the handling of the NEET controversy as student protests continue in Delhi. Their interventions place renewed focus on alleged paper leaks, delayed talks, ministerial responsibility, and trust in the examination system. NEET Protests Bring New Pressure for Dialogue and Responsibility New Delhi,