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- A second-year student at IIT Bombay died by suicide, marking the third such incident at the campus within seven months.
- While the administration stated the student was not formally punished after being caught using ChatGPT during an exam, protesting students claim he faced threats of suspension and eviction.
- The ongoing protests led the institute to postpone mid-semester examinations.
- The recurring deaths have triggered questions regarding the effectiveness of the institution's mental health support systems.
What to watch next
- Outcome of the police investigation into the student's death.
- Changes to the institute's mental health and counseling support systems.
- Academic policy reviews regarding disciplinary actions and student pressure.
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