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Justice for Rohit Vemula
It has been eight years since Rohith Vemula was suspended, subjected to discrimination, and socially boycotted, ultimately leading to his institutional murder. His tragic fate ignited nationwide protests, with voices raised against Vice-Chancellor Appa Rao, then...
Stand with Students’ Solidarity for Palestine
The ongoing protests at numerous universities throughout the USA and Canada, in response to the brutality inflicted by Israel in Palestine, stand as a powerful testament to the collective conscience of humanity. We wholeheartedly support the ongoing protests in the...
Students Collective Rejects the Implementation of CAA and takes stand on Militarization of Campuses
The Students Collective, a unified front representing student leaders from various universities and organisations, vehemently opposes the recent Gazette notification issued by the Government of India to implement the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) of 2019. Our...
Reject CAA
The implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act 2019, by incorporating religious criteria, is blatant injustice and unconstitutional. While aiming to aid persecuted individuals, its filtration based on the faith of the victim is highly objectionable and threatens...
SIO Launches Students Manifesto; Demands Focus on Inclusive Education and Social Justice
In Press Club of India on February 17th, the Students' Islamic organisation of India (SIO) unveiled the Students' Manifesto aimed at tackling critical issues affecting education, minorities, and societal well-being in India. Ramees EK, the National President, along...
Book Launch – ‘Perspective on the Philosophy of Science’
SIO, in collaboration with Center for Critical Studies - CCS and White Dot Publishers , hosted the launching event of the book 'Perspective on the Philosophy of Science' at Idara-e-Tahqeeq-o-Tasneef-e-Islami, Aligarh. The event was attended by the author of the book...
ASER highlights a concerning gap in foundational skills among Indian students
The Annual Status of Education Report – 2023 (ASER) highlights a concerning gap in foundational skills among Indian students (14-18 years) despite increased years of schooling. Approximately 25% struggle with basic reading, and over 50% of students face challenges in...
Preserving Medical Integrity: Standing Against Symbolic Shifts in the NMC
The recent change in the NMC (National Medical Council) logo is strongly opposed as it compromises the scientific and inclusive nature of the commission. This contradicts the mandate for the NMC to operate with a scientific temper, raising concerns about impartiality....
SIO demands the establishment of a full-fledged University in Murshidabad
SIO Murshidabad conducted a mega rally and students' convention in Berhampore, Murshidabad, demanding the establishment of a full-fledged University in the region on 2nd November 2023. Following continuous protests by SIO, the West Bengal government declared the...
SIO Delegation Visits the family of Mohammad Ishaq
A delegation led by Imran Hossein, National Secretary of SIO, visited the family of Mohammad Ishaq, who was beaten to death by a Hindutva mob in the Sundar Nagari area of Delhi. "Exemplary punishment should be given to the culprits, and swift justice should be...