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Commie Propagandist Filmmaker Prithviraj Sukumaran Served Income Tax Notice For Clarification On His Earnings

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The Income Tax Department has issued a notice to actor-director Prithviraj Sukumaran following recent Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on the office of Gokulam Gopalan, the producer of L2: Empuraan. A report from TNIE indicates that the notice, emailed to Prithviraj on March 29, 2025, seeks clarification about his earnings from three films he acted in and co-produced in 2022. IT officials have clarified that this was an automated notice, triggered by routine tax assessments when discrepancies or questions arise, with a response due by April 29, 2025.

The probe centers on three 2022 films—Jana Gana Mana, Gold, and Kaduva—where Prithviraj starred and co-produced under his banner, Prithviraj Productions. Despite leading roles, he reportedly took no acting fees, opting instead for payments as a co-producer. The IT Department is now examining this income setup as part of standard verification.

Sources suggest he earned around ₹40 crore as a co-producer for these projects, a detail highlighted in a notice from the Kochi unit.

This isn’t Prithviraj’s first encounter with the IT Department. In 2022, his home and office were searched over alleged tax filing inconsistencies, with the investigation extending to his production company and other figures like producers Antony Perumbavoor, Listin Stephen, and Anto Joseph. The Hindu notes that the current notice is a follow-up to that earlier probe, unrelated to the L2: Empuraan controversy.

Meanwhile, on April 4, 2025, the ED raided Gokulam Gopalan’s properties, seizing ₹1.5 crore in cash amid allegations of foreign exchange violations tied to his chit fund company, though authorities insist this too is separate from the film’s issues.

The timing coincides with heightened attention on L2: Empuraan, released on March 27, 2025, starring Mohanlal, Manju Warrier, Tovino Thomas, and Abhimanyu Singh. The film, directed by Prithviraj, has smashed box office records, crossing ₹250 crore worldwide and becoming Malayalam cinema’s highest-grossing film ever.

However, it faced backlash for scenes linked to the 2002 Gujarat riots in Prithviraj’s character Zayed Masood’s backstory, prompting voluntary edits by the makers, including cutting references, altering a name, and tweaking dialogues. Despite the controversy, the Kerala High Court rejected a plea to ban the film, and it continues its theatrical run with a re-censored version.

Adding to the narrative, Prithviraj’s mother, Mallika Sukumaran, defended her son, telling Mathrubhumi News, “He has done nothing wrong,” and affirming his intent to respond appropriately.

Prithviraj also debunked rumors of a ₹25 crore ED fine, calling them “false and defamatory” and announcing legal action against the claims. As L2: Empuraan dominates headlines, the IT notice adds another layer to the unfolding saga, though officials maintain it’s a routine matter, not a targeted move.

Supreme Court Lawyer Jai Anant Dehadrai Says TMC MP Mahua Moitra Has Filed Custody Suit For His Rottweiler Dog, Asks If She Is “Mentally Stable”

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Jai Anant Dehadrai, a Supreme Court lawyer, has accused Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra of filing a civil suit in Saket District Court for joint custody of his Rottweiler, Henry, following her loss in the Delhi High Court.

Dehadrai alleges Moitra coerced a senior Delhi Police officer to pressure him into signing over Henry’s ownership, threatening a fake FIR if he refused.

He claims Moitra’s legal team, including a prominent Senior Counsel, attempted to intimidate him into withdrawing a CBI complaint against her by invoking a high-ranking judicial figure, an incident he reported to the then-Chief Justice of India.

The CBI complaint stems from 2023 allegations that Moitra accepted cash and gifts from businessman Darshan Hiranandani to ask specific parliamentary questions, a case still under investigation.

Dehadrai plans to submit phone recordings and text messages as evidence in court, aiming to expose Moitra’s alleged misuse of power.

Dehadrai questioned Moitra’s mental stability and called out her media allies, including journalists Rajdeep Sardesai and Barkha Dutt, to address the controversy.

“The hypocrisy is startling – she wants secrecy in her dog-custody case while filing PIL’s in Supreme Court asking for all kinds of disclosures. Is this the behaviour of a mentally stable person?”, Anant Dehadrai said in his tweet.

The feud over Henry began in 2023, with both parties accusing each other of stealing the dog, amid a broader political and legal conflict involving Moitra’s parliamentary conduct.

Moitra, previously expelled from Lok Sabha in 2023 over the cash-for-query scandal, has denied the bribery allegations but admitted to sharing her parliamentary login with Hiranandani.

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PM Modi Reaffirms India’s Support And Commitment For Tamils In Sri Lanka

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during his three-day visit to Sri Lanka from April 4 to 6, 2025, met with Tamil community leaders. PM emphasized India’s unwavering support for the rights and development of Tamil community in Sri Lanka. The meeting took place amidst a backdrop of cultural and diplomatic engagements, highlighted PM Modi’s long-standing efforts to ensure equality, justice, and dignity for the Tamil community in Sri Lanka.

In a Tamil X post on April 5, 2025, PM Modi shared, “Meeting the leaders of the Tamil community in Sri Lanka is always a matter of joy. During this occasion, I expressed my condolences on the passing of respected Tamil leaders Mr. R. Sampanthan and Mr. Maavai Senathiraja, both of whom I knew personally.” He further reiterated India’s dedication, noting, “Our unshakeable commitment to a life of equality, dignity, and justice for the Tamil community within a united Sri Lanka was reaffirmed during this meeting.”

This sentiment echoes Modi’s earlier statements on the welfare of Sri Lankan Tamils. The Times of India report on February 14, 2021 mentions stating PM Modi, “India was always committed to ensuring that the Tamils there lived with equity, equality, justice, peace, and dignity.” During that speech in Chennai, he highlighted India’s contributions, such as constructing 50,000 houses for displaced Tamils in northeastern Sri Lanka and an additional 4,000 in plantation areas, alongside initiatives in the health sector.

PM Modi also recalled being the first Indian Prime Minister to visit Jaffna in 2015, a significant gesture toward the Tamil heartland in northern Sri Lanka.

PM Modi’s 2025 visit, his first since Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake took office in 2024, comes at an important moment. According to a report by India Today on April 5, 2025, Modi’s trip, the first by any foreign leader since Dissanayake’s term began is focused on key areas like security, energy, and trade.

However, the Tamil issue remained a priority, especially amidst ongoing regional concerns, such as Tamil Nadu’s resolution to retrieve Katchatheevu, an emotive issue for fishermen due to disputes over fishing rights around the island.

During the visit, PM Modi also addressed the concerns of Indian fishermen, announcing that Sri Lanka had agreed to the immediate release of detained Indian fishermen and the prompt return of their boats, a move that directly benefits Tamil Nadu’s fishing community.

India Today quoted Modi as saying, “I am proud that Sri Lanka is on the path back to recovery. We have always stood by Sri Lanka, be it during Covid, or the terror attacks, or the recent economic crisis.”

India’s support for Sri Lankan Tamils has historical roots, as detailed in a Hindustan Times article from February 8, 2022, which noted that India has consistently raised the issue of devolution of powers to Sri Lanka’s Tamil minority. The article quoted the Indian external affairs ministry emphasizing that “Sri Lanka’s interests are best served by ensuring equality, justice, peace, and respect for the Tamil people within a united Sri Lanka.”

PM Modi’s latest engagement builds on this legacy, with projects initiated during his 2025 visit aimed at contributing to the social, economic, and cultural advancement of the Tamil community, as he noted in his X post. The Tamil community in Sri Lanka, has faced significant challenges. PM Modi’s initiatives, such as the Jaffna Culture Centre mentioned in his 2021 speech, and ongoing developmental projects, aim to address these historical inequities. His personal engagement with Tamil leaders, combined with tangible support, underscores a continued effort to foster reconciliation and development for the community.

As Modi concluded his meeting with Tamil leaders, his actions reaffirmed a message of solidarity, one that resonates with his earlier commitments and India’s broader diplomatic stance. For the Tamil community in Sri Lanka, this visit marks another step toward a future of equality and dignity, backed by India’s steadfast support.

It is to be noted that the with the PM Modi’s efforts of safeguarding the fishermen community in Tamilnadu, Joint Working Group (JWG) on Fisheries between India and Sri Lanka was initiated in November 2016. This step has enormously helped the fishermen from Tamilnadu. The decision to establish JWG came during a meeting on October 14, 2016, in New Delhi between India’s External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj and Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister Mangala Samaraweera, with the first official JWG meeting held on December 31, 2016, in Colombo. This mechanism was set up to address the long-standing fishermen issue in the Palk Bay region through structured bilateral dialogue. The JWG fosters dialogue, reducing tensions over fishing rights. It curbs firing incidents, safeguarding Tamil fishermen’s lives in the Palk Bay. JWG ensures the quicker releases from arrests ease the burden on detained fishermen’s families. By promoting sustainable fishing, it aims to secure their long-term livelihoods. A platform for peace, JWG bridges India-Sri Lanka for mutual benefit.

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Sarla Aviation To Launch Electric Air Taxis In India By 2028 Starting with Bengaluru

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Bengaluru-based aerospace startup, Sarla Aviation is preparing to launch electric air taxi services in three major cities in India. Starting with Bengaluru in 2028, the start up is planning to expand the services to Mumbai and Delhi. CEO and co-founder Adrian Schmidt, announced this at Startup Mahakumbh 2025. This ambitious initiative aligns with India’s broader vision of innovation and sustainable development under PM Narendra Modi’s leadership and the Viksit Bharat 2047 framework.

According to a report by India Today, Sarla Aviation will commence its air taxi operations in Bengaluru by 2028. “The air taxi services are expected to commence in Bengaluru by 2028, and then gradually roll out into other metros,” India Today quoted Schmidt as saying. The company has set a bold target to expand its services to “every corner” of India within five years of the initial launch, a goal that resonates with the government’s push for innovation-driven growth in the aviation sector.

Sarla Aviation’s air taxi, named Shunya, is designed to carry six passengers with a total load capacity of 680 kg. The electric aircraft can achieve speeds of up to 250 km/h and has a maximum range of 160 km, initially focusing on short urban routes of 25–30 km to alleviate traffic congestion and reduce pollution. “Shunya is more than a technological achievement; it embodies our vision to redefine urban mobility in India. By addressing challenges like traffic congestion and pollution, we aim to unlock India’s economic potential while paving the way for a cleaner and more connected future,” Schmidt told The New Indian Express (TNIE) during the unveiling of the Shunya prototype at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo earlier this year.

This pioneering project has been significantly enabled by India’s startup ecosystem, which has flourished under PM Modi’s policies. As highlighted in a 2023 Independence Day address, Modi noted that government initiatives have propelled India to become the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem, with nearly 98,120 entities qualifying for benefits under the Startup India scheme. “Our policies are giving more power to youth strength. Their strength has helped India become the third largest startup ecosystem in the world,” Modi stated, according to Times of India.

“From 20 employees in January, Sarla Aviation has expanded its team to 47 people, and by the end of the year, the company aims to have around 80-120 employees,” India Today reported, citing Schmidt. This growth has been supported by a $10 million Series A funding round led by prominent investors, including Accel, Flipkart’s Binny Bansal, Nikhil Kamath, and Swiggy’s Sriharsha Majety, reflecting the confidence that India’s startup ecosystem inspires.

“We tirelessly refine Shunya’s design to enhance safety and reduce costs, ensuring flying taxis become a viable mode of mass transportation,” TNIE quoted the company as stating on its official website. Sarla also plans to price its services competitively, matching the cost of premium taxi services, and will offer a free air ambulance service to address urgent medical needs in urban areas, aligning with the government’s emphasis on accessible and impactful innovation.

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Debunking Myths About The Waqf (Amendment) Bill 2025

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With Parliament passing the Waqf (Amendment) Bill with solid majorities in both the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, social media has seen a wave of misinformation spread by those looking to discredit the central government. Some are attempting to stir unrest by falsely claiming that the bill will strip Muslims of their property rights. However, once the bill becomes an act, following the president’s assent, it will not take away any Muslim’s rights to own property. Instead, the bill is designed to strengthen the Waqf Board by promoting transparency, improving management, and giving a voice to Muslim women through representation on the Waqf Board.

Below are some myths circulating on social media about the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025, along with the factual clarifications:

Myth 1: Will Waqf properties be revoked?

Fact: No, properties registered under the Waqf Act of 1995 prior to its commencement will not be revoked.
Explanation: Once a property is declared waqf, it remains permanently so. The bill clarifies rules for better management and transparency. It allows the District Collector to review properties potentially misclassified as waqf, especially those that might actually belong to the government. Legitimate waqf properties will remain protected.

Myth 2: Will there be no survey of Waqf properties?

Fact: There will still be a survey.
Explanation: The bill replaces the role of the Survey Commissioner with the District Collector, who will carry out surveys using existing revenue procedures. This change is designed to enhance the accuracy of property records without halting the survey process.

Myth 3: Will non-Muslims become the majority on Waqf Boards?

Fact: No, non-Muslims will not form a majority on Waqf Boards.
Explanation: The bill mandates the inclusion of two non-Muslim members (excluding ex-officio members) on the Central Waqf Council and State Waqf Boards. This allows a maximum of four non-Muslim members in the Council and three on the Waqf Board, but Muslims will still form the majority. The inclusion of non-Muslims is intended to bring expertise and promote transparency, not diminish Muslim representation.

Myth 4: Will Muslims’ personal land be acquired under the new amendment?

Fact: No personal land will be acquired.
Explanation: The bill only applies to properties declared as waqf. It does not affect private or personal land that has not been designated as waqf. Only assets voluntarily and legally declared as waqf are impacted by the new regulations.

Myth 5: Will the government use this bill to take over Waqf properties?

Fact: No, the bill does not allow for the seizure of legitimate Waqf properties.
Explanation: The bill grants an officer above the rank of District Collector the authority to review whether a property has been wrongly classified as waqf, particularly if it may be government property. However, it does not authorize the government to seize legitimately declared waqf properties.

Myth 6: Does the bill allow non-Muslims to control or manage the wealth of the Muslim community?

Fact: Non-Muslims will not control the wealth of the Muslim community.
Explanation: While the amendment requires the inclusion of two non-Muslim members on the Central Waqf Council and State Waqf Boards, the majority of members will still be from the Muslim community. The intent is to bring additional expertise and oversight while preserving Muslim control over religious affairs.

Myth 7: Will the traditional status of historic Waqf sites (like mosques, dargahs, and graveyards) be affected?

Fact: The bill will not alter the religious or historical status of Waqf properties.
Explanation: The bill’s purpose is to improve administrative transparency and prevent fraudulent claims, not to change the sacred nature of historic Waqf sites.

Myth 8: Does the removal of the ‘waqf by user’ provision mean that long-established traditions will be lost?

Fact: No, traditional Waqf properties will remain protected.
Explanation: The removal of the ‘waqf by user’ provision aims to prevent unauthorized claims over properties. However, Waqf by user properties, such as mosques, dargahs, and graveyards, will remain protected unless there is a dispute or the property is government-owned. The bill streamlines the registration process to ensure only formally declared Waqf properties are recognized.

Myth 9: Is the bill intended to interfere with the community’s right to manage its own religious affairs?

Fact: No, the bill does not interfere with the community’s right to manage its religious affairs.
Explanation: The main goal of the bill is to improve record-keeping, reduce mismanagement, and ensure accountability. It does not take away the Muslim community’s right to manage its own religious endowments; instead, it introduces a framework for transparent and efficient property management.

This clarification aims to dispel the misinformation being spread about the Waqf Amendment Bill and highlight its purpose of enhancing transparency and accountability in the management of Waqf properties while preserving the rights of the Muslim community.

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Chennai Food Safety Officer Transferred After His Claims On Watermelon Adulteration Trigger Sales Slump, He Also Inspected Hotel Bilal Over Beef Food Poisoning Controversy

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Dr. P. Satheesh Kumar, Chennai’s Food Safety Officer, has been reassigned to the Tamil Nadu Drug Administration Department after being accused of causing a significant decline in watermelon sales after his claims of chemical adulteration in watermelons went viral. Farmers reported substantial losses, as the misinformation led to public hesitation in buying watermelons, causing the fruits to rot in the fields. In response to these grievances, the government appointed Bose, the Food Safety Officer from Thiruvallur, to oversee Chennai, aiming to restore confidence among vendors and the farming community.

The controversy arose from statements by Food Department officials claiming that artificial chemicals were being used in watermelons , posing a threat to consumer safety. This information severely impacted the sales of watermelons, and many farmers accused Satheesh Kumar of causing unnecessary panic. Recently, Chengalpattu District Farmers Welfare Association President Venkatesan highlighted the issue, emphasizing that watermelon farmers use only natural fertilizers, not chemicals, in their crops. The false information, according to Venkatesan, was harming the livelihood of farmers, with watermelons left to spoil due to a lack of buyers.

Venkatesan further challenged Satheesh Kumar to demonstrate how the chemical injection works, urging him to either provide proof or retract his statements. He claimed that the spread of misinformation had affected watermelon crops across 50,000 acres in Tamil Nadu and speculated that soft drink companies might be behind the false claims to promote their products.

He further noted that public hesitation to consume watermelons has caused a dramatic slump in sales. “Just a few weeks ago, a ton of watermelons fetched up to ₹14,000. Today, it’s barely going for ₹3,000—and even at that price, there are no takers,” he said.

In response to the fallout, fruit vendors, led by Arun Kumar of the Tamil Nadu Traders’ Association, staged a protest against the Food Safety Department officials. As a symbolic act of dissent, traders smashed watermelons in the streets to express their anger over the allegations and the resulting loss in livelihood.

Similarly, in a separate incident, Satheesh Kumar faced criticism for abruptly halting an inspection at Hotel Bilal on Mount Road, Anna Salai. The inspection was prompted by a food poisoning incident involving two college students who had eaten at the hotel. Reports suggested that the inspection was suddenly cut short after Satheesh Kumar received a phone call. The two students, who experienced severe vomiting and stomach pain after dining at the hotel on 30 March, were admitted to Government Royapettah Hospital.

Meanwhile, a related incident occurred at Hotel Bilal’s Triplicane branch, where an inspection on 2 April 2025, led to the restaurant’s closure. The inspection followed a food poisoning outbreak where at least 20 individuals fell ill after consuming beef biryani and beef rolls on 30 March. The affected customers were admitted to the communicable diseases hospital for treatment. As a result of formal complaints from the victims, the Triplicane police registered a case against the restaurant, which led to the sealing of the branch.

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Deepfakes: Centre Advises Social Media Platforms To Curb Malicious ‘Synthetic Media’

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In an effort to address the harms and criminalities being committed through widespread circulation of misinformation and deepfakes powered by AI, the government has once again advised social media platforms on countering unlawful content, including malicious “synthetic media” to curb deepfakes and promptly remove harmful content online.

The IT Ministry has conducted multiple consultations with industry stakeholders/social media platforms to discuss the challenges identified in combating deepfakes and has issued advisories time to time, through which the intermediaries were reminded about compliance with their due-diligence obligations outlined under the IT Rules, 2021. “The policies are aimed at ensuring a safe, trusted and accountable cyberspace for users in the country,” said Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Jitin Prasada, as a written reply in the Rajya Sabha.

The IT Act provides for punishment for various offences considered as cybercrimes such as identity theft, cheating by personation, violation of privacy, publishing/transmitting material that is obscene/ containing sexually explicit act, etc., depicting children in sexually explicit act/transmitting/ browsing child sexual abuse material, etc.

The IT Act and the rules made apply to any information that is generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools or any other technology and those which are generated by users themselves for the purpose of defining offences. To protect users in India and the Indian internet at large from the emerging harms emanating from the misuse of technologies including AI and to ensure accountability towards law of the land, MeitY regularly engages with and receives inputs from the industry for promoting ethical use of technologies.

The IT Rules, 2021 casts specific obligations on intermediaries, including social media intermediaries to not host, store or publish any information violative of any law. “They are also obligated to ensure their accountability that includes their expeditious action towards removal of the unlawful information categorised under the IT Rules, 2021 as notified by the appropriate government’s or on the basis of grievances received against any unlawful information,” according to the ministry.

Where any information is categorised as unlawful under the IT Rules, 2021, any user may make a request to the Grievance Officer of the concerned intermediary on whose platform such unlawful information is made available to the public. Upon receipt of such request, the intermediary is required to act expeditiously within the timelines prescribed under IT Rules, 2021.

Also, under the IT Rules, 2021, the Government has established Grievance Appellate Committees to allow users and victims to appeal online on www.gac.gov.in against decisions taken by the Grievance Officers of intermediaries in case they are dissatisfied with the decision of the Grievance Officer, said the minister. The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) also issues alerts and advisories regarding latest cyber threats/vulnerabilities, including malicious attacks using Artificial Intelligence and countermeasures to protect computers, networks and data on an ongoing basis.

—IANS

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Madras High Court Intervenes To Protect 150-Year-Old Sacred Tree At Chennai Temple After Devotees In The Neighbourhood Raise Concerns About HR&CE Dept’s “Renovation Work”

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In a significant development concerning the renovation of a temple in Old Washermanpet, the Madras High Court on Thursday recorded an undertaking from the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department that a 150-year-old sacred tree at the Arulmighu Parvathi Amman Temple will not be entirely cut down during the proposed reconstruction and Kumbabishekam works.

Earlier on the intervening night of March 25 and March 26, posters were pasted across the Old Washermanpet neighbourhood condemning the HR&CE department, Chennai Corporation, trustees and management of the temple over the alleged plans to uproot the tree.

The case was brought before the First Division Bench comprising Chief Justice KR Shriram and Justice Mohammed Shaffiq, following a petition filed by a devotee, Ravindran, challenging Government Order Naka No. 758864/2024 dated September 10, 2024, issued by the Commissioner of the HR&CE Department.

Representing the petitioner, Advocate B. Jagannath argued that the temple’s Stala Vriksha—a sacred tree believed to be approximately 150 years old—is revered by the local community and worshipped as a living deity. He expressed concern that the HR&CE Department’s actions would lead to the tree being chopped down, and noted that over 250 residents had submitted a representation to the authorities opposing any harm to the tree.

In response, Special Government Pleader (SGP) Arun Natarajan, representing the HR&CE Department, clarified that while the tree’s roots had intruded into the temple’s foundation—posing structural challenges in the reconstruction of the small temple complex—the government had no intention of cutting down the entire tree. He presented photographs and explained that only intrusive branches and roots may be trimmed to facilitate the construction.

The Bench posed solutions-oriented questions to both sides and emphasized the state’s responsibility to protect greenery and heritage. Following deliberations, the SGP submitted that the temple’s reconstruction could be reoriented to the rear side of the premises, where space is available, thereby minimizing damage to the tree.

Upon instructions, the petitioner’s counsel agreed to this revised plan and recorded satisfaction with the undertaking. The court then closed the writ petition, recording the assurance that the tree would remain intact and only minimal trimming of intrusive portions would be carried out.

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Government School Cook & Assistant Arrested For Assaulting Student Who Asked For Eggs During Midday Meal 

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Two staff members of a government primary school in Kollamedu near Polur in Tiruvannamalai district, have been arrested for allegedly assaulting a student who questioned the distribution of eggs during lunch.

The incident occurred when a fifth-grade student was denied eggs during the midday meal. When the child inquired, the staff claimed the student hadn’t asked for them. However, upon discovering eggs hidden in the kitchen, the student confronted the staff. This reportedly enraged the cook, Lakshmi, and her assistant, Muniyammal, who then entered the classroom and attacked the child with a broom. Despite the student’s cries for help, neither teachers nor classmates could intervene.

Some students managed to capture the incident on their mobile phones and shared it on social media, sparking outrage among parents and the community. In response, school authorities suspended both Lakshmi and Muniyammal. Meanwhile, the Polur police registered a case under BNS 131 and the Child Protection Act, leading to their arrest and subsequent imprisonment.

(With Inputs From Dinamalar)

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Complaint Filed With NHRC To Take Action Against Loyola College For Denying Admissions To Non-Christians In M.A. Philosophy Course

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NGO watchdog, Legal Rights Protection Forum (LRPF), has appealed to the National Human Rights Commission to take action against Loyola College in Chennai for allegedly denying non-Christian students equal access to education. The forum claims that the college is violating fundamental rights by not offering the M.A. Philosophy course (affiliated with the University of Madras) to non-Christians, instead reserving it exclusively for Christian students, displaying favoritism and discrimination.

In a social media post, the Legal Rights Protection Forum stated, “Urged @India_NHRC to take strict action against Loyola College, Chennai for religious discrimination—offering M.A. Philosophy (in affiliation with UoM) exclusively to Christian students, denying non-Christians equal educational opportunities & violating their fundamental rights.”

This request comes amid an ongoing scandal involving Loyola College, which the LRPF has been addressing. Despite the college’s affiliation with the University of Madras, no action has been taken by the university regarding these allegations. Previously, the LRPF raised a complaint against the Registrar of the University of Madras, Prof. S. Elumalai, accusing him of endorsing large-scale academic fraud linked to Loyola College. The complaint, submitted to the Governor of Tamil Nadu, calls for disciplinary action against the registrar and the cancellation of M.A. Philosophy degree certificates issued fraudulently under the university’s name.

The complaint alleges that Loyola College has been running its M.A. Philosophy program at an unapproved off-campus location, Satya Nilayam, a Jesuit missionary training center. Despite this, students at Satya Nilayam allegedly received degrees bearing the University of Madras’s official logo, in violation of university rules.

Key Allegations In The Complaint

  1. Unauthorized Off-Campus Operations: The M.A. Philosophy program, officially affiliated with Loyola College, is allegedly being conducted at Satya Nilayam, which is not an approved campus under the University of Madras.

  2. Manipulation of Online Records: Following the previous complaint filed on February 27, 2025, Satya Nilayam allegedly removed all references to Loyola College from its official website—an attempt to erase evidence of wrongdoing. However, digital archives like the Wayback Machine retain historical records, confirming the prior affiliation.

  3. Fraudulent Issuance of Degrees: The complaint includes a copy of an M.A. Philosophy degree certificate issued in 2005 under the name of the University of Madras to a student enrolled at Satya Nilayam instead of Loyola College.

  4. Failure of University Oversight: The University of Madras allegedly failed to conduct mandatory inspections of Loyola College’s campus, leading to unchecked violations. Additionally, an RTI response from 2023 shockingly revealed that the university had “lost” the original affiliation order for Loyola College.

  5. Potential National Security Violations: The forum claims that Loyola College has been inviting foreign nationals under the pretense of academic studies but instead providing missionary training at Satya Nilayam—a possible breach of Indian visa regulations and a national security concern.

The Legal Rights Protection Forum has urged the Tamil Nadu Governor to:

  • Initiate disciplinary proceedings against the Registrar of the University of Madras for failing to prevent or investigate the alleged fraud.

  • Cancel all M.A. Philosophy degrees issued by Loyola College since 1998 under the University of Madras’ name.

  • Direct law enforcement agencies to investigate and register an FIR against Loyola College management for academic fraud and misuse of university credentials.

Registrar of Madras University

Despite the severity of the allegations, neither Loyola College nor the University of Madras has issued an official statement in response to the complaint. Academic circles and student communities are now demanding greater transparency and accountability in the university’s affiliation policies.

As the controversy unfolds, the Tamil Nadu government and higher education authorities are expected to take cognizance of the issue, with many calling for an independent inquiry into the matter.

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