Aligarh Muslim University
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AMU hostel raid: Police recover live cartridges, fake currency and multiple objectionable items
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 09, 2026, 03:53 PM ISTAMU security and local police jointly raided a hostel room in Sir Ziauddin Hall and seized ammunition, counterfeit currency and several suspicious items. The room was allegedly occupied illegally by a former non-resident student named Shevaj.
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'You'll know who we are now': Attackers told Aligarh teacher before cold blooded murder
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 25, 2025, 02:55 PM ISTDanish was following his daily routine of visiting the canteen area in the evening for tea and a walk when the attackers, who were already lying in wait, confronted him and shot 4-5 rounds, killing him.
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UP: AMU teacher shot dead by unidentified assailants inside university campus; police launch manhunt
Uttar Pradesh | Dec 25, 2025, 07:28 AM ISTAccording to reports, two unidentified masked assailants opened fire on Danish near the canteen and fled the spot immediately after the attack. People nearby rushed the injured teacher to the AMU Medical College, where doctors declared him dead.
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Aligarh Muslim University student allegedly commits suicide, body found in hostel
Uttar Pradesh | Feb 21, 2025, 03:57 PM ISTAMU student suicide: Mohammad Shakir, a first-year MA Theology student, was found hanging from an iron rod, outside his hostel room.
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AMU notice to serve 'beef biryani' in lunch every Sunday triggers row; Admin says 'typing error'
Uttar Pradesh | Feb 09, 2025, 04:01 PM ISTA controversy sparked after a notice was circulated at the AMU's Sir Shah Sulaiman Hall stating that beef biryani would be served instead of chicken biryani.
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Aligarh Muslim University's Minority Status: What the SC Verdict Says - Explained
Originals | Nov 08, 2024, 11:39 PM ISTIn a historic ruling, a 7-judge bench of the Supreme Court of India has reopened the debate on whether Aligarh Muslim University (AMU) should be considered a minority institution. By a narrow 4:3 majority, the Court overturned its 1967 decision in the S Azeez Basha vs Union of India case.
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THESE are top universities in Uttar Pradesh | Here's list for students seeking admission
Higher Studies | May 22, 2024, 12:36 PM ISTUttar Pradesh, a bustling state, is also a hub of education. Whether you are looking for a program focused on industry needs or a well-rounded education in a historic setting, the universities at UP offer a diverse and prestigious selection. Let's explore some of top universities in Uttar Pradesh.
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Aligarh Muslim University gets its first-ever woman Vice Chancellor | Who is new VC Naima Khatoon?
Education | Apr 23, 2024, 06:18 AM ISTNaima Khatoon was appointed as the new Vice Chancellor of the Aligarh Muslim University, and became the first woman to be appointed to the university's top post.
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SC reserves verdict on AMU's minority status, criticises 1981 amendment as 'half-hearted' effort
India | Feb 01, 2024, 11:59 PM ISTAfter eight days of hearings, the Supreme Court has reserved judgment on the minority status of Aligarh Muslim University. The crucial decision will determine whether Aligarh Muslim University qualifies for a minority status under Article 30 of the Constitution of India.
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Uttar Pradesh: Four Aligarh Muslim University students arrested over links with ISIS module
Uttar Pradesh | Nov 11, 2023, 09:04 PM ISTThe accused were allegedly linked to the banned terror outfit ISIS and working to overthrow the elected government through "violent terror jihad" and establish 'Sharia'.
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Aligarh: Clash between student groups in AMU, three sustain gunshot wounds
Uttar Pradesh | Oct 03, 2023, 09:11 AM ISTStudents rushed the injured to the AMU's JN Medical College for immediate medical attention. Upon receiving reports of the gunfire within the campus, AMU's Proctor, Prof. Wasim Ahmad, along with the university's security team and local police, arrived at the scene promptly.
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Aligarh Muslim University student working as ISIS operative arrested by NIA
India | Jul 20, 2023, 10:50 PM ISTIdentified as Faizan Ansari alias Faiz, the student was arrested after raids were conducted by the NIA at his residence in Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh as part of agency's crackdown on ISIS modules operating in the country.
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Uttar Pradesh: Man mauled to death by stray dogs in Aligarh Muslim University campus | Watch
Uttar Pradesh | Apr 16, 2023, 05:29 PM ISTSeveral dogs surrounded the victim and mauled him in a vicious manner, leaving him with multiple bite marks and severe injuries.
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Religious slogans raised again at AMU as students protest against youth’s suspension
News | Feb 04, 2023, 10:37 PM ISTStudents at the Aligarh Muslim University raised ‘Allahu Akbar and Nara-e-Takbeer’ slogans while protesting against the suspension of a fellow student for chanting religious verses during a Republic Day event.
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Aligarh News: "Allahu Akbar" slogans were raised once more at Aligarh Muslim University in UP
News | Feb 04, 2023, 02:29 PM ISTThe issue of the Allah Hu Akbar slogan started in AMU on the day of Republic Day and has not settled down yet. The students took out a march in support of the student who was suspended for raising the slogan. During the march, again, slogans like "Allahu Akbar" were raised.
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AMU suspends student who chanted 'Allah-hu-Akhbar' in NCC uniforms after unfurling flag on R-Day
India | Jan 27, 2023, 04:42 PM ISTThe major development came nearly 24 hours after a video in which NCC cadets of AMU were seen shouting religious slogans after the hoisting of the Tricolour on campus, outside Strachey Hall.
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At AMU's Republic Day program, students raised religious slogans in the presence of the VC
News | Jan 27, 2023, 04:41 PM ISTAMU, one of the premier universities in the country, has once again come under controversy. A new allegation has come to light after the Republic Day program. There have been numerous allegations since the celebration of Republic Day at Aligarh Muslim University.
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There was a ruckus about the new documentary made against PM Modi
News | Jan 27, 2023, 04:56 PM ISTThere was a ruckus in AMU on Republic Day regarding Nara-e-Takbir. Now questions are being asked about it from all sides. See the full report.
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Protests by Muslims in Delhi’s Shaheen Bagh and Aligarh Muslim University over hijab issue
Hakikat Kya Hai | Feb 10, 2022, 11:42 PM ISTThe Karnataka High Court, hearing the hijab row, on Thursday ordered that no religious symbols are allowed for the students until its final order, thus putting an end to use of both hijab and saffron shawls in the school and college premises.
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Ye Public Hai Sab Jaanti Hai: What people in Aligarh think about performance of Yogi government?
Elections | Jan 07, 2022, 12:10 AM ISTIn this sequence, we tried to tap the mood of people in Aligarh. People present outside the Aligarh Muslim University said that all this (Jinnah) issue was part of politics. Mohammad Ali Jinnah was history and we cannot deny it.