India, May 15 -- The University of Delhi has asked St Stephen's College not to proceed with the appointment of its newly named principal. The university wrote to the college's Governing Body on Thursday to state that the selection committee constituted for the appointment was not formed in accordance with UGC Regulations 2018, and that the recommendations of such a committee cannot be acted upon.

The letter, bearing reference number CB-II/Apptt.Principal/SSC/2026/835 and dated May 14, 2026, was addressed to the Chairman of the Governing Body of St Stephen's College and signed by the University Registrar. It was issued with the approval of the Competent Authority.

The Registrar's letter states clearly, "It appears that the Selection Comm...