Bengal governor appoints ex-Karnataka chief justice as university V-C, triggers row
1 year, 6 months ago

Bengal governor appoints ex-Karnataka chief justice as university V-C, triggers row

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has appointed retired chief justice of Karnataka high court Subhro Kamal Mukherjee as the acting vice-chancellor of Kolkata’s Rabindra Bharati University. West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose The post was lying vacant since the tenure of the former acting V-C ended on May 31. The appointment order has been issued to make the Bharatiya Janata Party happy,” said Rajya Sabha member Santanu Sen. Bengal BJP president Sukanta Majumdar said, “The governor followed rules of the University Grants Commission.” UGC rules stipulate that only people with teaching experience can be appointed as V-Cs, academicians pointed out. Sanat Kumar Ghosh, a former professor, challenged these appointments and filed a public interest litigation at the Calcutta high court which upheld the governor’s decision in an order issued on June 28.

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WB Universities' VC Appointments | '17 Names Cleared By Governor', Attorney General Says; Supreme Court Gives 3 Weeks' Time For The Remaining
2 days, 19 hours ago

WB Universities' VC Appointments | '17 Names Cleared By Governor', Attorney General Says; Supreme Court Gives 3 Weeks' Time For The Remaining

Live Law  

In the matter pertaining to appointment of Vice Chancellors for certain West Bengal Universities, the Supreme Court was informed today that the Chancellor has cleared the names of 17 VCs. A Bench of Justices Surya Kant, Dipankar Datta and Ujjal Bhuyan adjourned the matter by 3 weeks, in light of Attorney General R Venkataramani's request to grant some more time …

Obstinate Governor delays V-C appointment in TN universities: Teachers association
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Obstinate Governor delays V-C appointment in TN universities: Teachers association

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: The Association of University Teachers on Sunday expressed serious concerns over the inordinate delay and the “unwarranted intervention” of Governor R N Ravi, who is also the chancellor of state universities, in the appointment of vice-chancellors. The association alleged that the constitution of the V-C search committee is hindered by the “adamancy of the Chancellor”, who has been compelling …

WB Universities' VC Appointments | '11 Appointments Approved By Governor', AG Says; Supreme Court Gives 3 Weeks' Time For The Remaining
1 month ago

WB Universities' VC Appointments | '11 Appointments Approved By Governor', AG Says; Supreme Court Gives 3 Weeks' Time For The Remaining

Live Law  

In the matter pertaining to appointment of Vice Chancellors for certain West Bengal Universities, the Supreme Court was informed today that the Chancellor has cleared the names of 6 VCs and 5 more names shall be cleared by today or tomorrow.A Bench of Justices Surya Kant and Manmohan adjourned the matter to January 8, in light of Attorney General. In …

Panneerselvam urges DMK govt. to consult with Governor and appoint V-Cs for varsities
4 months, 4 weeks ago

Panneerselvam urges DMK govt. to consult with Governor and appoint V-Cs for varsities

The Hindu  

Former Chief Minister O. Panneerselvam on Sunday, August 11, 2024 urged the DMK government to “consult with the Governor” and fill up the Vice-Chancellors posts in State-run universities, in the interest of students. Referring to a case pending before the Supreme Court over the inclusion of a representative of the University Grants Commission in the Search Committee to pick V-Cs, …

West Bengal VC Appointments| Supreme Court Clarifies That Regular And Not Pro Tem VCs Be Appointed In All State Universities
5 months, 1 week ago

West Bengal VC Appointments| Supreme Court Clarifies That Regular And Not Pro Tem VCs Be Appointed In All State Universities

Live Law  

The Supreme Court, through its order dated July 29, in an ongoing dispute between the West Bengal government and Governor CV Anand Bose regarding the appointment of Vice-Chancellors of Universities, has clarified that there shall be an appointment of regular VCs in all the 36 State-aided Universities. “As regard to the three Universities, namely, Aliah University, West Bengal University of …

State universities in West Bengal to get full-time Vice-Chancellors after nearly two years
5 months, 1 week ago

State universities in West Bengal to get full-time Vice-Chancellors after nearly two years

The Hindu  

The West Bengal government, acting on the directive of the Supreme Court, has issued an “The Supreme Court issued various directions including constitution of Search and Selection Committees for recommending names of competent and eligible persons to be appointed as Vice-Chancellors of 36 State-Aided Universities in West Bengal. These 36 universities include practically all the top educational institutions in West …

Continuance of Sree Narayana Guru open varsity V-C In-charge raises eyebrows
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Continuance of Sree Narayana Guru open varsity V-C In-charge raises eyebrows

New Indian Express  

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Governor Arif Mohammed Khan’s decision, to allow Sreenarayana Guru Open University vice-chancellor in-charge V P Jagathy Raj to continue in the post after his retirement as professor, while denying the same benefit to Prof Bijoy Nandan, former V-C in-charge of Kannur University, has been widely criticised in academic circles as ‘discriminatory’. Both Jagathy Raj and Bijoy were given V-C …

'Constitutional transgression': Bengal Raj Bhavan objects to Mamata's Bangladesh vow
5 months, 2 weeks ago

'Constitutional transgression': Bengal Raj Bhavan objects to Mamata's Bangladesh vow

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has sought a report from chief minister Mamata Banerjee over her statement that she would offer shelter to the ‘helpless people’ from Bangladesh, which has been witnessing violent student-led protests against reservations in its civil services, the Raj Bhavan has said. In a post on X, the Raj Bhavan Media Cell reminded the West …

Calcutta High Court restrains Mamata Banerjee from defaming Governor Ananda Bose
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Calcutta High Court restrains Mamata Banerjee from defaming Governor Ananda Bose

The Hindu  

The Calcutta High Court has restrained West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee from making any defamatory statements against Governor C.V. Ananda Bose. The court observed that prima facie there is a case of defamation.“In view of the above, the defendants are restrained from making any defamatory or incorrect statement against the plaintiff by way of publication and on social platforms …

Bengal govt moves Supreme Court against Governor Bose for withholding assent on eight bills
5 months, 4 weeks ago

Bengal govt moves Supreme Court against Governor Bose for withholding assent on eight bills

India TV News  

In yet another confrontation between the TMC-led state government and the Raj Bhavan's office of West Bengal, the latter on Friday moved to the Supreme Court against Governor C.V. Ananda Bose for withholding assent on as many as eight bills. In a plea filed to the Supreme Court, the state government defended its position, citing the Governor's move as a …

West Bengal Education Ministry welcomes SC order to form panel to appoint V-Cs
6 months ago

West Bengal Education Ministry welcomes SC order to form panel to appoint V-Cs

The Hindu  

West Bengal State Education Minister Bratya Basu welcomed the Supreme Court order to form a committee to appoint West Bengal University Vice-Chancellors. West Bengal State government challenged the Calcutta High Court decision at the Supreme Court. The Educationists’ Forum member, Professor Omprakash Mishra said, “Cutting through the illegalities imposed by the Chancellor on the higher education sector of West Bengal, …

SC orders formation of committee for appointment of V-Cs in WB universities
6 months ago

SC orders formation of committee for appointment of V-Cs in WB universities

Hindustan Times  

The Supreme Court on Monday ordered the constitution of a search and selection committee to resolve the impasse between the West Bengal government and Governor CV Ananda Bose over the appointment of vice-chancellors of universities in the state. A bench of justices Surya Kant and Ujjal Bhuyan ordered the committee’s formation within two weeks, noting that both the state and …

West Bengal governor seeks white paper from CM Mamata Banerjee on State finances
6 months, 1 week ago

West Bengal governor seeks white paper from CM Mamata Banerjee on State finances

The Hindu  

Amid the ongoing stand-off between Raj Bhavan and West Bengal government, Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has called upon Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to table a white paper on the State’s financial situation. “Considering the grave nature of the economic scenario in the State, the Governor calls upon the Chief Minister, upon the authority vested in him under Article 167 of …

BREAKING | WB Governor CV Ananda Bose Approaches Calcutta High Court Alleging Defamation By CM Mamata Banerjee
6 months, 1 week ago

BREAKING | WB Governor CV Ananda Bose Approaches Calcutta High Court Alleging Defamation By CM Mamata Banerjee

Live Law  

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has approached the Calcutta High Court with a suit of defamation against WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.The plea comes in the aftermath of the Chief Minister allegedly making comments against the Governor stating that she had been informed by women that they did not feel safe visiting the Raj Bhavan due to recent allegations …

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose files defamation suit against Mamata Banerjee
6 months, 1 week ago

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose files defamation suit against Mamata Banerjee

The Hindu  

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has moved the Calcutta High Court against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, filing a defamation suit against her. The development came a day after Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday said that women are not feeling safe visiting Raj Bhavan. Women have informed me they are not feeling safe to visit Raj Bhavan due to …

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose reaches Kolkata High Court against CM Mamata, files defamation suit
6 months, 1 week ago

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose reaches Kolkata High Court against CM Mamata, files defamation suit

India TV News  

Amid the heightening tensions between West Bengal Raj Bhavan and CM house, Governor CV Ananda Bose, on Friday, filed a defamation case against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee at the Calcutta High Court. Earlier in the day, before filing the defamation, Governor Bose criticised CM Mamata Banerjee for her remarks and stated it was expected of public representatives not to create …

Telangana Yet To Appoint Full-Time VCs
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Telangana Yet To Appoint Full-Time VCs

Deccan Chronicle  

HYDERABAD: The Telangana government is yet to appoint full-time vice-chancellors in state universities. On May 22, the government appointed in-charge VCs in 12 universities, who were asked to continue until June 15. Reddy, Prof. Prathap Reddy, Prof. Pandu Ranga Reddy, and Prof. M. Kumar, who belongs to the SC category. These issues are the regularisation of around 700 contract assistant …

Govt appoints in-charge VCs for 10 State universities
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Govt appoints in-charge VCs for 10 State universities

The Hindu  

With the term of office of all the existing vice-chancellors of State universities expiring on Tuesday, the government issued orders appointing senior bureaucrats as in-charge vice-chancellors. As per the orders issued for each university, separately, the in-charge VCs are: Osmania University - Principal Secretary M. Dana Kishore; Palamuru University – Principal Secretary Ahmed Nadeem; Satavahana University – Secretary Surendra Mohan; …

Telangana govt appoints in-charge VCs for 10 varsities
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Telangana govt appoints in-charge VCs for 10 varsities

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: The Telangana government on Tuesday appointed principal secretary M. Dana Kishore as the in-charge Vice Chancellor of Osmania University and principal secretary Burra Venkatesham as the in-charge Vice Chancellor of the Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University. They were among 10 senior IAS officials appointed as in-charge Vice Chancellors for 10 state universities as the tenure of the incumbent VCs ended …

West Bengal Governor Agrees Before Supreme Court To Appoint 6 University VCs Recommended By State Government
8 months, 3 weeks ago

West Bengal Governor Agrees Before Supreme Court To Appoint 6 University VCs Recommended By State Government

Live Law  

The West Bengal Governor has agreed to fill up six vacancies of Vice Chancellors by appointing candidates out of the list recommended by the West Bengal Government. The apex court's stance comes as a response to the ongoing dispute between the West Bengal government and Governor CV Anand Bose regarding the appointment of interim vice-chancellors. The bench was hearing a …

Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu Spoiling My Relation With CM Mamata: Governor Ananda Bose
9 months ago

Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu Spoiling My Relation With CM Mamata: Governor Ananda Bose

ABP News  

Hours after Raj Bhavan initiated a probe into the "misuse" of Bengal university campuses for "political purposes", West Bengal Governor C V Ananda Bose on Saturday said that the state's education minister is "spoiling" his relations with Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. The attempts by the education minister gave me the apprehension whether this will undermine the strong relation of professional …

West Bengal Governor removes Jadavpur University officiating VC on disciplinary grounds
1 year ago

West Bengal Governor removes Jadavpur University officiating VC on disciplinary grounds

India TV News  

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose on Saturday removed Jadavpur University officiating vice-chancellor Buddhadeb Sau from his office on disciplinary grounds, a Raj Bhavan official said. "The chancellor has removed Jadavpur University officiating VC Buddhadeb Sau from the chair after he received complaints that he was defying orders of the Supreme Court. Convocation ceremony "unauthorised" The official called Sunday’s convocation …

West Bengal Govt urged to approach Supreme Court against Governor
1 year, 2 months ago

West Bengal Govt urged to approach Supreme Court against Governor

The Hindu  

A collective of academicians including former Vice Chancellors on Friday urged the West Bengal government to approach the Supreme Court on the issue of Bills pending with the Governor including one Bill that lays down guidelines for a committee that selects Vice Chancellors of State Universities. “We urge the Government of West Bengal to move the Supreme Court on the …

West Bengal Governor should appoint full time Vice-Chancellors on basis of the Ordinance, say academicians
1 year, 3 months ago

West Bengal Governor should appoint full time Vice-Chancellors on basis of the Ordinance, say academicians

The Hindu  

A group of academicians under the banner of Educationist Forum, West Bengal on October 3 said that an Ordinance passed by the State government on having a search-cum-selection committee for full time Vice-Chancellors is still alive. The development comes two days after West Bengal Governor C. V. Ananda Bose appointed six interim V-Cs to State-run universities without any consultation with …

West Bengal Governor appoints interim VCs to six State universities
1 year, 3 months ago

West Bengal Governor appoints interim VCs to six State universities

The Hindu  

With the West Bengal government still at odds with State Governor C.V. Ananda Bose over appointment of Vice Chancellors, the latter on Sunday appointed interim Vice Chancellors to six state-run universities. The appointment of interim Vice Chancellors by the Governor has become a flash point between the Raj Bhawan and the State government. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had threatened an …

Bengal Governor holds virtual meeting with interim V-Cs of State universities
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengal Governor holds virtual meeting with interim V-Cs of State universities

The Hindu  

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose on September 24 held a virtual meeting with interim Vice-Chancellors of State universities, who were appointed by him, to discuss academic and administrative issues faced by the higher educational institutions. A total of 22 interim V-Cs, appointed by Mr. Bose since May, attended the meeting, a Raj Bhavan source said. Mr. Bose's decision to …

West Bengal academicians seek ₹50 lakhs in damages from Chancellor
1 year, 3 months ago

West Bengal academicians seek ₹50 lakhs in damages from Chancellor

The Hindu  

Anguished over allegations made by Governor C. V. Ananda Bose, a group of academicians have sent a legal notice to the Chancellor for civil and criminal defamation. Professor Ashutosh Ghosh, former Vice Chancellor of University of Calcutta and Professor Dipak Kumar Kar, former Vice Chancellor Sidho Kanho Birsa University said that they were “devastated and shattered’ by the allegations made …

West Bengal: Ex-VCs demand apology and compensation from Governor over defamation
1 year, 3 months ago

West Bengal: Ex-VCs demand apology and compensation from Governor over defamation

India TV News  

Twelve former vice-chancellors of different state universities in West Bengal have sent a legal notice to Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, asking him to apologise within 15 days for allegedly defaming them. This action follows Governor Bose's statements regarding allegations of corruption, sexual harassment, and political interference against some former VCs, which were made in a video message. “Otherwise, each of …

Bengal Governor discharging duties as per rule, says Dharmendra Pradhan
1 year, 3 months ago

Bengal Governor discharging duties as per rule, says Dharmendra Pradhan

India Today  

Amid the ongoing feud between the West Bengal government and Raj Bhavan over the appointment of interim vice-chancellors at state universities, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan said the Governor was only discharging his duties. Pradhan's statement came after Governor CV Ananda Bose appointed new interim vice-chancellors to the 16 state-run universities. Following this, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had …

Will wipe out corruption, violence from Universities of West Bengal, says Governor Ananda Bose
1 year, 4 months ago

Will wipe out corruption, violence from Universities of West Bengal, says Governor Ananda Bose

The Hindu  

West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose, on Thursday, September 7, 2023 said that he would wipe out corruption and violence from the universities of West Bengal. They want campuses and the education system to be free of corruption,” the West Bengal Governor said in a video message shared by the Raj Bhavan. Speaking about his recent move to appoint interim …

Will continue 'fight to end corruption-violence in varsities': West Bengal Governor
1 year, 4 months ago

Will continue 'fight to end corruption-violence in varsities': West Bengal Governor

India Today  

Amid the controversy over his decision to appoint interim Vice Chancellors of universities in the state, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose said he would continue his "fight to make state universities free from corruption and violence." In a video message on Thursday, the governor said he came to West Bengal "to do something for the state." Meanwhile, in a …

Mamata Banerjee threatens to block funds for universities amid row with Governor
1 year, 4 months ago

Mamata Banerjee threatens to block funds for universities amid row with Governor

India Today  

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday, without naming any vice-chancellor, said she would put "economic barriers" against state-run universities if they followed the direction of the Governor CV Ananda Bose. The statement by Mamata Banerjee, came a day after Governor CV Ananda Bose appointed new interim vice-chancellors to the 16 state-run universities. "I am telling you, if this …

WB Guv appoints varsity V-C at midnight after Mamata’s threat to block funds
1 year, 4 months ago

WB Guv appoints varsity V-C at midnight after Mamata’s threat to block funds

Hindustan Times  

Escalating the ongoing face-off with the Trinamool Congress government in West Bengal, Governor CV Ananda Bose appointed the interim vice-chancellor of Kanyashree University after Tuesday midnight, officials said. The late night appointment came hours after state chief minister Mamata Banerjee threatened to block funds to state-run universities if they followed the orders of the Governor and warned of a sit-in …

Bengal Governor names interim vice-chancellor for another varsity amid row
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengal Governor names interim vice-chancellor for another varsity amid row

India Today  

West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has appointed the interim VC of another state-run university amid a row over his move to appoint such officials in varsities that have remained headless for months. "Hon'ble Chancellor today appointed Prof Kajal De Vice Chancellor of Kanyashree University, West Bengal," the Raj Bhavan said in a statement. TMC Rajya Sabha MP and party …

Mamata Banerjee battles with Governor: This time over university appointments
1 year, 4 months ago

Mamata Banerjee battles with Governor: This time over university appointments

Firstpost  

The West Bengal governor CV Ananda Bose, in his capacity as the chancellor of state-run universities, had on Sunday night appointed interim vice-chancellors for seven varsities. The appointment of West Bengal governor Dr CV Ananda Bose as interim vice-chancellor for state universities with vacant positions has also sparked tensions with the state government. A day after West Bengal governor CV …

West Bengal Governor indulging in dictatorial practices, bent on destroying universities, says Minister
1 year, 4 months ago

West Bengal Governor indulging in dictatorial practices, bent on destroying universities, says Minister

The Hindu  

The ongoing tussle between the Raj Bhavan and the West Bengal government touched a new low on September 4 with State’s Education Minister Bratya Basu accusing the Governor of behaving like a “court jester” and indulging in “dictatorial practices” in a bid to destroy universities in the State. The Minister’s scathing criticism came after the Governor appointed interim Vice-Chancellors to …

West Bengal: Bratya Basu accused Raj Bhavan of acting in 'dictatorial manner' after interim VCs appointment
1 year, 4 months ago

West Bengal: Bratya Basu accused Raj Bhavan of acting in 'dictatorial manner' after interim VCs appointment

India TV News  

West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu has accused the Raj Bhavan of acting in a "dictatorial manner" after Governor C V Ananda Bose appointed interim vice-chancellors of seven state universities. Bengal Guv appoints interim VCs of seven universities West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has appointed interim vice-chancellors in seven state-run universities. The universities where interim vice-chancellors have been appointed …

University officials not mandated to take orders from the State govt says West Bengal Governor
1 year, 4 months ago

University officials not mandated to take orders from the State govt says West Bengal Governor

The Hindu  

The notification has stoked up a fresh controversy amidst the ongoing tussle between the State government and Raj Bhawan as far as administration of State run Universities is concerned West Bengal Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has issued a notification to all University officials of the State stating that they are not “mandated” to take orders directly from the government. The …

Bengal Governor to be acting V-C of 14 varsities; minister hints at legal steps
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengal Governor to be acting V-C of 14 varsities; minister hints at legal steps

Hindustan Times  

West Bengal governor C V Ananda Bose, who is the chancellor of all 31 state-run universities, has decided to assume the role of acting vice-chancellor of 14 varsities where the post is currently lying vacant, a move that is likely to further strain ties between the Raj Bhavan and Mamata Banerjee-led government. Ananda Bose In a statement, Raj Bhavan informed …

Governor appointing vice chancellors in arbitrary manner: West Bengal Education Minister
1 year, 4 months ago

Governor appointing vice chancellors in arbitrary manner: West Bengal Education Minister

The Hindu  

Amid growing differences between the state government and Raj Bhavan, West Bengal Education Minister Bratya Basu on Friday alleged that the governor is acting arbitrarily while appointing interim vice chancellors in state universities. The minister said the government will be "forced" to take the legal route if Governor C.V. Ananda Bose continues to unilaterally appoint VCs without the state's consent. …

Bengal governor takes charge as interim VC of state universities
1 year, 4 months ago

Bengal governor takes charge as interim VC of state universities

India Today  

Amid an ongoing row in Bengal over the norms of appointing vice-chancellors of state universities, Raj Bhavan on Friday issued a press release indirectly stating that the governor, Dr CV Ananda Bose, will remain interim VC of universities in Bengal where vacancies exist. “To provide them relief, Honorable Governor of WB in his capacity as the Chancellor has decided to …

In Bengal, a crisis in higher education
1 year, 5 months ago

In Bengal, a crisis in higher education

The Hindu  

Even as the new academic session begins, the West Bengal government and Raj Bhavan are at loggerheads over the appointment of Vice-Chancellors. Over the past few months, Governor C.V. Ananda Bose has appointed more than a dozen people to officiate as VCs of state-run universities allegedly without holding any consultation with the State government. When Raj Bhavan announced the names …

Raj Bhavan restricts policy decision-making of 5 V-Cs nearing their tenure
1 year, 6 months ago

Raj Bhavan restricts policy decision-making of 5 V-Cs nearing their tenure

Hindustan Times  

Bihar Gvernor-cum-chancellor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar has directed the vice-chancellors of five state universities, including, JP University in Chhapra, Bhupendra Narayan Mandal University in Madhepura, Patna University, Lalit Narayan Mithila University in Darbhanga;, and Kameshwar Singh Darbhanga Sanskrit University to “not to take any policy decision and perform only their routine tasks as their term coming to an end soon”. Bihar …

Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose forms committee to maintain peace, social integration
1 year, 6 months ago

Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose forms committee to maintain peace, social integration

India Today  

In the backdrop of panchayat poll violence in West Bengal, Governor C V Ananda Bose on Wednesday constituted a committee primarily to look into the matter of maintaining peace and social integration in the state, sources said. The committee – 'Peace and Harmony committee' — will be headed by former Calcutta High Court Chief Justice Subhro Kamal Mukherjee, they said. …

West Bengal academicians urge Governor for resolution of impasse in appointment of Vice Chancellor of State universities
1 year, 6 months ago

West Bengal academicians urge Governor for resolution of impasse in appointment of Vice Chancellor of State universities

The Hindu  

A group of academicians and former Vice Chancellors of State-run universities on July 3 urged the Governor of West Bengal and the State government to break the impasse relating to the appointment of Vice Chancellors in the 31 State universities. Deb Narayan Bandyopadhyay, former Vice Chancellor of Bankura, said that the crisis in higher education comes at a time when …

No illegality in appointment of V-Cs by Bengal Governor, says HC
1 year, 6 months ago

No illegality in appointment of V-Cs by Bengal Governor, says HC

The Hindu  

The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday ruled there was no illegality in the orders issued by the Chancellor in appointment of Vice-Chancellors to 11 State-run universities in West Bengal. Sivagnanam and Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta dismissed a writ petition which claimed that the appointment of Vice-Chancellors was illegal as the Higher Education department was not consulted by Governor C.V. Ananda …

Calcutta High Court Reserves Judgment In PIL Against "Unilateral" Appointment Of Interim-VCs By Governor
1 year, 6 months ago

Calcutta High Court Reserves Judgment In PIL Against "Unilateral" Appointment Of Interim-VCs By Governor

Live Law  

The Calcutta High Court today reserved its judgment in a PIL filed by a retired professor, questioning the alleged illegality with which the Governor of West Bengal, acting as de facto Chancellor of State Universities, unilaterally appointed interim Vice-Chancellors. During the hearing, a division bench of Chief Justice TS Sivagnaman and Justice Ajay Kumar Gupta orally remarked, "suppose you have …

'Will not be allowed to appoint VCs': Punjab Assembly passes Bill to replace Governor from Chancellor's post
1 year, 6 months ago

'Will not be allowed to appoint VCs': Punjab Assembly passes Bill to replace Governor from Chancellor's post

India TV News  

The Punjab Universities Laws Bill, 2023, which aims to replace the Governor from the position of chancellor in all 11 state universities, was unanimously passed by the Punjab Assembly on Tuesday amid a conflict between the Aam Aadmi Party government in Punjab and Governor Banwarilal Purohit. "if they could not appoint V-Cs they would be letting down the mandate given …

‘White elephant moving around’: Bengal minister on Guv’s visit to universities
1 year, 8 months ago

‘White elephant moving around’: Bengal minister on Guv’s visit to universities

Hindustan Times  

In a sign of an increasing rift between the West Bengal government and Governor C V Ananda Bose, Education Minister Bratya Basu on Friday equated his recent visit to state universities with a ‘white elephant moving around’ on his own. The education minister also said that the two sides had earlier decided to work together, but he could not comprehend …

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