Jharkhand Govt Withdraws RIMS Director Removal Order
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Jharkhand Govt Withdraws RIMS Director Removal Order

In a case that blends administrative sensitivity with judicial oversight, the Jharkhand government officially informed the High Court of its decision to withdraw the April 17 order that removed Dr. Raj Kumar, Director of Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences (RIMS), Ranchi. As a result, the Jharkhand High Court disposed of Dr. Kumar’s petition, indicating that no further legal action was necessary.

Annual Affiliation fee for Private Schools Unconstitutional
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Annual Affiliation fee for Private Schools Unconstitutional

On May 2, 2025, the Jharkhand High Court delivered a landmark verdict declaring the mandatory annual affiliation fee for private schools unconstitutional. Introduced under the 2019 Jharkhand Education Rules, the court found the provision arbitrary, emphasising that it infringes on the Right to Education (RTE) and restricts private institutions’ operational autonomy.