3 Things Jammu Medical College row, an honour killing, and a 500% tariff threat
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Jan 9, 2026 Anonna Dutt, a staff reporter for The Indian Express specializing in Jammu and Kashmir, discusses the escalating controversy over the new medical college's admissions process. She reveals the impact of protests on regulatory inspections and the challenges faced by displaced students. Kiran Parashar, a reporter focused on Karnataka, dives into the shocking honour killing of Manya Patil, exploring the caste dynamics and ongoing investigations. They also analyze a proposed US law that threatens steep tariffs, igniting fears about international repercussions for India.
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Admissions Reflect Local Demographics
- The college had no control over admissions; NEET-driven merit produced a 90% Muslim first batch at SMVIMOE.
- Anonna Dutt says demographics of Jammu and Kashmir explain the student composition rather than intentional selection.
Rapid NMC Action Raised Eyebrows
- The NMC withdrew the college's Letter of Permission after a surprise inspection citing severe infrastructure and staffing gaps.
- Anonna Dutt notes the swiftness and rarity of such rapid withdrawal compared with normal multi-month processes.
Inspection Found Major Staffing And Patient Gaps
- The inspection found major shortages: 39% faculty gap, 65% fewer tutors/demonstrators/residents, low OPD and bed occupancy.
- NMC argued these deficits would harm students' medical education quality.