The All Himachal Pradesh University and College Teachers' Joint Action Committee met the Chief Minister to urge him to implement the UGC seventh pay panel report in the state. A delegation of seven different associations of universities and colleges gave a joint representation regarding the implemntation of revised pay scales. The CM assured of a decision after consulting the Finance Department. The delegation informed the CM that the UGC pay scales had been implemented in all states and the notifcation was issued in June 2018.
ABVP protests death of Tamil Nadu girl
The ABVP staged a protest and submitted a memorandum to Tamil Nadu Governor through the DC, Shimla, over the death of Lavanya, a Class XII student of Tamil Nadu. The ABVP said the youth of the country were shocked following the death of Lavanya, who was allegedly being forced to convert into a Christian. The ABVP said it was unfortunate that the police were not taking action against the guilty even after finding evidence. The AVBP said they would launch an agitation if action was not taken against the guilty.
Courtesy: Tribune News Service