educational discrimination
Dalit Students Face Casteist Slurs at Andhra Pradesh School: Parents and Students Protest Against Teacher Misconduct
Dec 02, 2025 12:00 am CST
An English teacher at Yandapalli High School in Andhra Pradesh's Kakinada district faces allegations of using casteist slurs against Dalit students, prompting parents and students to stage a protest. Despite complaints to the headmaster, no action was taken, highlighting concerns about institutional discrimination in the educational system. The incident has drawn attention from opposition political parties demanding accountability from the ruling coalition.
Omar Abdullah Warns Against Religious Discrimination in Medical College Admissions
Nov 25, 2025 09:16 pm CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has warned that denying meritorious Muslim students admission to the Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Institute of Medical Excellence based on religious grounds could lead to radicalization. The controversy emerged after BJP MLAs demanded reserving seats exclusively for students who have faith in Mata Vaishno Devi, despite admissions being merit-based through NEET exams.