The Bombay high court rebuked the Maharashtra government for its extreme response in arresting a 19-year-old student over a social media post about Operation Sindoor. The court questioned why the student was treated as a criminal after she apologized, emphasizing the importance of reform over punishment.
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Madras High Court has put a hold on the suspension of a Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development student who was penalized for painting 'Jai Bhim' and 'Free Palestine' graffiti in his hostel room. Justice T V Thamilselvi instructed the institute to allow the student, S Aslam, to attend exams and participate in the internship program.
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