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A protest was held at Jantar Mantar today in solidarity with 17 students suspended by the Jamia Millia Islamia administration for participating in campus demonstrations. Left-affiliated student organisations, including the All India Students’ Association (AISA), Students Federation of India (SFI), All India Democratic Students’ Organisation (AIDSO), and others, took part in the protest. The students called for the revocation of the suspensions and the cessation of any disciplinary action for participating in the demonstrations. Professors of other universities were also present and lamented decreasign dissent space in universities. A student said: “We protested for three days, but the proctor did…

The India Arab Culture Centre (IACC), Jamia Millia Islamia in collaboration with the Embassy of Oman in India, organised a symposium on Oman-India Historical Relations on February 18, 2025. The programme aimed to celebrate 70 years of relations between India and Oman, marking a significant milestone in their enduring partnership in 2025. The symposium was chaired by Amb. Ashok Kumar Attri (IFS) (former Ambassador of India to Oman), and the chief guest of the event was Ambassador L. Prashant Pise (IFS), former Ambassador of India to Tunisia and Iraq and is currently the Deputy Director General, Indian Council of World…

The United Students of Jamia Millia Islamia announced on Monday that they are taking a stand against what they describe as the “systemic repression of their voices and the erosion of the university’s foundational values”. According to their statement, students gathered at the Mohibul Hassan Block before marching toward the Dean of Students’ Welfare (DSW) office to present a memorandum outlining their demands. The release said several students of Jamia boycotted classes on Monday in protest against the suspension of 17 students for participating in demonstrations against disciplinary action taken earlier against two PhD scholars. The students said they have…

Residents of Delhi-NCR, including Okhla, woke up to earthquake tremors today. Some even rushed out of their homes for safety. A report by Sajjad Askari. According to the National Centre for Seismology, tremors were felt across North India, with Delhi as the epicenter. The earthquake, measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale, had a depth of just 5 km. So far, no injuries or casualties have been reported. However, many residents who woke up late only learned about the tremors through social media or phone calls from friends and relatives in other parts of the country checking on their well-being. Several…

In a significant milestone for AYUSH Healthcare Systems, Majeedia Unani Hospital, Jamia Hamdard, New Delhi has officially received certification from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH). The hospital joins a select group of Unani Healthcare Providers with this esteemed certification and places Majeedia Unani Hospital at the forefront of AYUSH Healthcare. ALSO READ Jamia Hamdard calls for urgent social security reform for India’s aging population Since, Majeedia Unani Hospital has been demonstrating its dedication to offering patients a trusted and holistic approach to health and wellness, this sets a new standard for quality care in Unani…

Jamia Millia Islamia has issued a hard hitting statement Days after students’ protest and eviction issue on the campus. “It is a matter of grave concern for Jamia Millia Islamia (JMI) that some individuals and anti-social elements have over the last 4-5 days been attempting to defame the image of the university and its students by spreading misleading, defamatory and malicious messages and fabricated videos using their social media accounts and other online platforms. “These individuals and outfits that have nothing to do with JMI have also made public the photos and details of suspended students on university walls and…

Jamia Hamdard’s ICSSR Conference on “India Towards Viksit Bharat@2047” was more than just a gathering of academicians, policymakers, and community leaders — it was a clarion call for urgent reform in social security for India’s aging population. ALSO READ Jamia Hamdard upgrades its digital presence With the event closely tied to United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being, and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities), the conference offered a practical blueprint for integrating social protection, financial inclusion, and mental well-being into the fabric of national policy. The conference at Jamia Hamdard opened a moving…

Ranveer Allahbadia requires little introduction. A prominent Indian YouTuber and podcaster, he is also known by his alias, BeerBiceps. Renowned for his captivating content on fitness, lifestyle, and personal growth, he has amassed a massive following. However, he recently found himself embroiled in a major controversy stemming from a comment he made on the hugely popular YouTube show India’s Got Latent. The show is hosted by comedian Samay Raina. https://www.instagram.com/p/DGGNaTHKlOH/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link The show, adored by young audiences, quickly became the epicenter of a storm on February 10, 2025, during a special episode. Ranveer Allahbadia posed a question to a contestant that…

Virat Kohli is once again is talk of the cricketing world. The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 to start from next week is set to spark the longstanding cricket rivalry between India and Pakistan. The match between India vs Pakistan match, which will take place in Dubai on February 23, is already talk of the cricketing world. This match has already brought attention not just to the on-field action, but also to the emotions and opinions of fans. Recently, a video appeared on social media where a Pakistani fan asked the national cricket team not to interact with Indian players, particularly…

The first book in Arabic about the life and poetry of the great Urdu poet Mirza Ghalib, titled Ghalib: A’zam Shu’ara’il-Hind (Ghalib, the Greatest Poet of India), was released here on Friday at the India-Arab Cultural Centre of Jamia Millia Islamia. BY Zillur Rahman Haidar The book’s author, Dr. Zafarul-Islam Khan, was present at the event. The book release ceremony was presided over by Professor Naseem Akhtar, Chairman of the Arabic Department at the Jamia. Teachers in the department, Professors Habibullah Khan, Abdul Majid Qazi, Mohammad Ayub Nadwi, Fauzan Ahmad, Aurangzeb Azmi, Haifa Shakiri, Suhaib Ahmad and Mahfuzur Rahman as…