The Latest Breaking News from Delhi University

Detained at home during PM’s DU visit, say AISA activists

The All India Students Association, a Left students outfit, has alleged that two student activists were detained by the police for three hours – at their residence near the Delhi University’s North Campus – during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the varsity for the closing day of its centenary…

Newslaundry · Jun 30, 2023

PM Modi asserts futuristic policies have enhanced global recognition of Indian Universities

The Prime Minister referred to the rise in the numbers of IITs, IIMs, AIIMS and NITs across the country and described them as the building blocks of the new India. Must read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Jun 30, 2023

PMModitravels by metro to attend centenary celebrations of Delhi University

PM Modi travels by metro to attend centenary celebrations of Delhi University

The Times of India · Jun 30, 2023

‘We will never forget this injustice’: At DU, a protest and condolence meet for Samarveer Singh

Over a month after Samarveer Singh allegedly died by suicide in Delhi, his family and former students congregated at Delhi University’s North Campus on June 2 to demand justice.

Newslaundry · Jun 3, 2023

‘Our voices will only get bolder’: Pride month begins at DU with North Campus parade

Across the world, June is Pride month, and celebrations kicked off yesterday at Delhi University, where the Students’ Federation of India organised a pride parade at Arts Faculty, North Campus. Amid rainbow colours and joyous cheers, crowds of students marched at 3.40 pm, waving banners and placards advocating for love…

Newslaundry · Jun 2, 2023

Muhammad Iqbal composed 'Sare Jahan Se Acha' but never believed in it: DU Vice-Chancellor

DU Vice-Chancellor Yogesh Singh presided over the meeting of the Academic Council, saying that those who laid the foundation to break India should not be included in the varsity’s syllabus. Read more on The Hindu

The Hindu · May 31, 2023

Amid Manipur violence, fault lines in Delhi, and an oasis of friendship

Sipping tea at Empire Café House at Patel Chest near the Delhi University campus, a DU student from the Meitei community pauses abruptly in the middle of a conversation on the Manipur unrest. 

Newslaundry · May 10, 2023

Delhi University to send notice to Rahul Gandhi cautioning him against 'unauthorised' visit to campus in future

The Delhi University will issue a notice to Rahul Gandhi cautioning him against making any “unauthorised” visit to the campus in future, an senior official said on May 9, days after the Congress leader met students at a hostel.

The Hindu · May 9, 2023

Don't devalue teaching profession: Kapil Sibal calls for ending ad hoc teacher phenomenon

Rajya Sabha MP Kapil Sibal on April 28 called for putting an end to the phenomenon of having ad hoc teachers and said the education profession should not be devalued.

The Hindu · Apr 28, 2023

DCW launches inquiry into alleged sexual harassment cases with girls during college fests, summons Delhi Police

Following the reports of alleged sexual harassment cases with girls during college fests, Delhi Commission for Women chairperson Swati Maliwal on Monday summoned Delhi Police and Delhi University officials to appear before the commission. Read further on Dynamite News:

Dynamite News · Apr 3, 2023