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IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode told friend he regretted copying in exam before death: Police

Sahil Wakode, a second-year student at IIT Bombay, was found dead hours after being caught copying. He expressed regret to friends during phone calls after the incident. His parents allege caste discrimination which led to his distress and subsequent death. An FIR has been filed against a professor for alleged casteist abuse against Wakode. Investigations are ongoing to gather evidence and understand the circumstances surrounding his death.

NCSC keeps close watch on probe into student's suicide

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes has initiated a call for a comprehensive probe into the tragic death of Sahil Wakode, an IIT Bombay student reportedly subjected to caste-based discrimination. NCSC chairman Kishor Makwana has taken the proactive step of visiting the campus to oversee an independent investigation alongside senior authorities.

IIT Bombay student death case: Wakode's parents spent 8 hours at Crime Branch office

The probe into the case has seen the Crime Branch record statements of 20 persons so far, with efforts also underway to access the deceased student's locked mobile phone.

Sahil Wakode case: Lawyer Siddharth Ingle reveals key details of Meeting with NCSC

IIT Bombay suicide case: Crime Branch records statements of 20 people

The Mumbai Crime Branch has recorded statements from 20 individuals related to Sahil Wakode's suicide case. Investigators are examining calls made to and from the deceased student's mobile phone. An inquiry conducted by the National Commission for Scheduled Castes is looking into claims of discrimination raised by Wakode's family. IIT Bombay has issued a formal apology regarding earlier statements about the incident. Wakode, a second-year B.

Student suicide: Youth Congress seeks arrest of IIT Bombay director and Prof Doolla, impartial probe

Youth Congress president Uday Bhanu Chib demanded the arrest of IIT Bombay director Shireesh Kedare and professor Suryanarayana Doolla over the alleged suicide of student Sahil Wakode. Chib sought an impartial probe, alleging caste-based and mental harassment, while IIT Bombay has disputed the charges. Wakode’s parents have also alleged discrimination.

IIT Bombay student death: CCTV shows Sahil Wakode handing suspected phone to invigilator

Sahil Wakode was found dead in his hostel room after an examination incident involving a mobile phone. CCTV footage shows him interacting with an invigilator shortly before his death, which raises concerns. His family claims he faced caste-based harassment and mental torture from a faculty member, prompting their complaint. Authorities are investigating the professor's actions and the procedures followed during the incident.

IIT Bombay sets up committee to probe circumstances surrounding Sahil Wakode's suicide

IIT Bombay has established a 10-member committee to investigate the suicide of student Sahil Wakode. This decision follows the student's distressing death, discovered on September 18 in his hostel room. He was reportedly found hanging after being reprimanded for using a mobile phone during an examination. The committee is expected to question Professor Suryanarayana Doolla, who is implicated in the circumstances surrounding the incident.

IIT Bombay sets up 10-member panel to probe student's alleged suicide

IIT Bombay formed a 10-member committee to investigate the suicide of B Tech student Sahil Wakode. Following allegations of caste discrimination, faculty member Suryanarayan Doolla has been placed on leave. Police have requested the public to avoid speculation and misinformation regarding the investigation. Sahil faced caste-based slurs before his death, which has garnered significant attention from political leaders and student organizations.

IIT-B suicide: ABVP urges complete probe to 'ascertain truth' before taking action against guilty

Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad has called for a thorough investigation into the suicide of IIT Bombay student Sahil Wakode. He was found dead after allegedly using ChatGPT during an examination, leading to protests on campus. Sahil’s parents accuse the faculty of caste discrimination and demand accountability for their child's treatment. The organization stresses that any action should follow a complete understanding of the situation.

IIT Bombay Prof Doolla sent on leave for impartial probe into student's death

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay Professor Suryanarayan Doolla, accused in connection with the suicide of student Sahil Wakode was sent on leave to assist an impartial probe by the Crime Branch into the case. On Monday, Doolla was removed as the dean of Administrative Affairs following protest over Wakode's suicide. Charges of suicide abettment and caste discrimination was registered against the professor. The student's mother claimed the student was abused, tortured and humiliated based on his caste and his parents have demanded Doolla's immediate arrest.

Lakhimpur Kheri violence case: Supreme Court asks Allahabad High Court to examine charges against trial judge

UP has been directed to appoint a senior public prosecutor for the trial and place the decision on record in two weeks. The alleged disappearance of the site plan relating to the incident from the trial court record was also raised.

IIT Bombay death case: Mumbai crime branch scans CCTVs, to reconstruct student's final hours

Sahil Wakode's mobile phone, recovered from his hostel room, has been sent for forensic examination, while a clone of the data on the device has been taken for investigation. The police are also examining CCTV footage to reconstruct the sequence of events, a senior police officer said.

SC/ST Act misused: IIT Bombay alumnus Sudheendra Kulkarni; seeks withdrawal of case against Doolla

Activist Sudheendra Kulkarni urged the withdrawal of SC/ST Act charges against former IIT Bombay Dean Suryanarayana Doolla following a student's suicide after an exam cheating incident. Kulkarni argued that automatically applying the law creates "reverse casteism" and deter faculty, calling for national debate on its reform. While urging better student support and addressing severe faculty shortages, he warned that misuse of the Act creates fear and undermines academic governance.

IIT Bombay row: Faculty, students back Professor Doolla as Crime Branch examines CCTV footage

IIT Bombay to replace ceiling fans with wall-mounted fans after student's death

IIT Bombay is replacing ceiling fans with wall-mounted fans in its hostels. This action follows the recent suicide of a second-year B Tech student. The institute had previously discussed this replacement after another student's death. Critics question if this measure addresses the broader student suicide crisis. More than 117 students have died by suicide at IITs over two decades.

IIT Bombay suicide: IIT Delhi faculty forum backs Prof Doolla, flags 'mob-driven behaviour'

The IIT Delhi Faculty Forum has backed IIT Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla, named in an FIR following the suicide of 20-year-old student Sahil Wakode, and raised concerns about “mob-driven behaviour” influencing institutional decisions. Doolla was the invigilator during an exam where Wakode was allegedly caught using a mobile phone. The allegations remain under investigation.

IIT Bombay students say stir only for reform, not shielding academic misconduct; Doolla suspended only from deanship

IIT Bombay students clarified their protest sought institutional reforms after a student's death. The student representatives engaged with the Director regarding their comprehensive set of demands. Professor Suryanarayana Doolla's administrative duties were suspended during the ongoing investigation. Sahil Wakode's family alleged caste-based harassment and sought a thorough CBI inquiry. The Mumbai Police Crime Branch has now officially taken over the investigation.

IITs & suicides competition, caste among campus fault lines: NTF report

A National Task Force report flags campus competition and caste as major issues. Over 13,600 students from disadvantaged communities dropped out of premier institutions. A significant mismatch exists between socially advantaged faculty and diverse student populations. Intense academic competition and a "vibe check" culture contribute to student isolation. Institutions need better mental health support and systematic screening mechanisms.

IIT Bombay calls Director Kedare's resignation news false, says Sahil's death details under probe; Dean Doolla removed

IIT Bombay Director Prof Shireesh B. Kedare has not resigned, and the institute apologized for its earlier communication. The circumstances surrounding student Sahil Ravindra Wakode's death are still under investigation by authorities. Dean of Student Affairs Prof Suryanarayana Doolla has been removed pending further investigation. Wakode's family alleges institutional harassment and caste discrimination, leading to an FIR against Prof Doolla.

IIT-Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla, who faces SC/ST Act FIR in Sahil Wakode case, has multiple teaching, research awards

IIT-Bombay professor Suryanarayana Doolla's deanship was suspended after an FIR under the SC/ST Act in connection with the death by suicide of student Sahil Wakode, has received multiple teaching and research awards. Here's a look at his academic career, research work and administrative responsibilities.

Crime Branch takes over IIT Bombay student death probe; family alleges caste harassment, institute denies

Mumbai Crime Branch is investigating the suicide of an IIT Bombay student. The student was found dead after being caught using a mobile phone during an exam. His family alleges mental torture and caste-based harassment by a faculty member. The institute stated no disciplinary action was initiated against the student. The probe will determine the cause of the student's death.