IIT Bombay suspends 2026 misconduct rules, reverts to 2015 policy
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IIT Bombay has temporarily abandoned its 2026 academic misconduct penalties, returning to the 2015 policy for upcoming exams.
- The change was made as mid‑semester exams approach.
- The senate halted the new penalties following a student’s death suspected of cheating.
- Faculty can now document suspected dishonesty while students submit separate accounts.
Covered by 2 outlets across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.
How each side framed it
IIT-B puts on hold 2026 rules on tough penalties for cheating
Timeline
First reported by Times of India on ; 2 articles from 2 outlets so far.
Who is covering this story
- Right-leaning (2): Times of India, Times Now