An appeal to Narendra Modi has sought a pause on the proposed Deemed University rollout in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands amid ongoing student protests. The representation cites concerns over academic affiliation changes, possible fee revisions and the perceived long-term value of degrees.
MP Bishnu Pada Ray urges administration to allow peaceful student protest in Andaman, seeks basic amenities at protest site, and raises issue with Union ministers.
A report says India’s rise and China’s slowdown are reshaping Asia’s power balance, highlighting strategic importance of the Andaman Sea and Strait of Malacca.