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Four university students were arrested following a complaint by the Vice-Chancellor, who alleged they assaulted her, damaged her car, and caused distress during a protest.
Kerala University Vice Chancellor stated that those who oppose singing 'Vande Mataram' do not know mothers' importance. This remark stirred controversy amid a state row over the national song's full rendition.
The SFI criticised the Central University of Kerala Vice-Chancellor's RSS programme attendance, citing the expectation of political neutrality for university heads amid ongoing debates on RSS influence in education.
The Calicut University Syndicate cannot challenge an appellate order from the Chancellor, who holds a superior position, as such challenges undermine institutional hierarchy and discipline.
However, a notification issued by Kerala Raj Bhavan did not mention the specific reason for Geethakumary’s removal.
Prof Adat's election comes after months of uncertainty over the constitution of search committees in Kerala's state universities.
The Vice Chancellor’s appointment comes after prolonged controversy, with the university Senate initially refusing to nominate its representative to the search committee.
Supreme Court was scheduled to hear the deadlock over VC appointments on December 19.
The consensus was reached during the chief minister’s visit to Raj Bhavan to invite the Governor for the state government’s Christmas party.
Arlekar’s remarks come amid an ongoing tussle between the Governor and the state government over vice-chancellor appointments in Kerala’s universities.
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