The Kerala High Court has directed the state police to ensure full protection during the Calicut University Union election, scheduled for July 22, 2025, citing serious concerns over possible unrest and threats to candidates. The decision came after Shifana P.K., a chairperson candidate, filed a petition alleging threats and intimidation by Student Federation of India Read More…
Kozhikode: In a move stirring debate across academic and cultural circles, an expert committee appointed by the Vice Chancellor of Calicut University has recommended the removal of songs by rapper Vedan and lyricist-singer Gauri Lakshmi from the BA Malayalam syllabus. Vedan’s politically charged rap “Bhoomi Njaan Vaazhunnidam” had been included in the third-semester curriculum alongside Read More…
Kozhikode: A storm is brewing over Calicut University’s decision to include rapper Vedan’s (Hiran Das Murali) song “Bhoomi Njaan Vaazhunnidam” in its BA Malayalam third-semester syllabus. BJP Syndicate member A.K. Anuraj has strongly protested the move, claiming Vedan is a “self-admitted drug user” and an unsuitable role model for students. In a letter to Vice-Chancellor Read More…