Jammu, Jan. 22 -- A government teacher was suspended, and an inquiry was ordered after a student allegedly died by suicide in Doda district, officials said on Wednesday.

Saba Banoo (19), a student of Government Degree College, Doda, allegedly jumped into Chenab river at Pul Doda on January 16, after being scolded by her teachers for possessing a mobile phone during a test, as claimed by her family.

The body of the girl remains unrecovered despite efforts by police, local volunteers and SDRF personnel.

Following the alleged suicide, the J&K government suspended Assistant Professor (commerce) Manzoor Ahmad. He would remain suspended until the inquiry is completed.

In an order issued on Tuesday, Commissioner Secretary (Higher Education D...