Nagpur OBC Corporators' Fate Hangs as Supreme Court Hears Case
The Supreme Court will hear a crucial case on Wednesday regarding OBC reservation limits in Nagpur Municipal Corporation. The outcome could invalidate 40 corporators' elections.
The Supreme Court will hear a crucial case on Wednesday regarding OBC reservation limits in Nagpur Municipal Corporation. The outcome could invalidate 40 corporators' elections.
Odisha government plans to introduce 11.25% reservation for SEBC students and double existing quotas for SC/ST students in medical, engineering and professional courses from 2026-27.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court directs Punjab to fill women-reserved firefighter positions with male candidates due to a lack of female applicants, sparking debate on gender quotas.
The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed Punjab authorities to fill 461 vacant fireman posts, originally reserved for women, with eligible male candidates after no female candidates qualified.
As Nitin Nabin prepares to become BJP's youngest president, he faces major tasks: implementing women's reservation, managing delimitation, pushing One Nation One Election, and expanding the party's southern footprint ahead of 2029 polls.
Mumbai Indians Women secured a nail-biting 4-wicket win over Delhi Capitals Women in the WPL. Read the full match report, highlights, and key player performances here.
Former CJI Bhushan Gavai endorses Bar Council's 30% reservation for women, citing rising female participation in judiciary. He also lauded Nagpur Bar's historic legacy.
Karnataka government announces reservation details for 369 GBA wards, mandating 50% seats for women across categories. Move comes ahead of crucial Supreme Court hearing. Read the full breakdown.
Indian Railways extends ticket booking time for Aadhaar-authenticated users from 8 AM to 4 PM starting January 5, 2026. Learn about the new IRCTC rules and chart preparation timings.
Madhya Pradesh High Court issues notice to state govt over petition challenging 100% reservation for women in 286 nursing faculty posts. Hearing on Jan 5.
As Mumbai's BMC wards are reserved for women, political families field wives, raising questions about true empowerment. Read the full analysis of dynastic politics in local elections.
Massive protests erupt in Jammu demanding college closure after Muslim candidates dominate admissions. Samiti members burn effigies, clash with police. Full details inside.
UP Congress alleges massive reservation violations in UPSSSC lekhpal recruitment, accusing BJP of shortchanging OBC, SC, ST candidates. Details on the alleged scam and vacant posts in central universities.
Odisha cabinet approves ordinance for uniform reservation in teacher recruitment across state universities, replacing department-wise system. Move aims for equity & transparency. Read details.
The Nagpur High Court Bar Association's new executive body, led by President Abhay Sambre, assumed charge. Seven women secured key positions, reflecting Supreme Court-mandated reforms for women's representation. Read more.
Uttar Pradesh's Skill Development Mission expands training with quotas for women & disabled to combat poverty. 1475 youth targeted in Prayagraj this year. #UttarPradesh #SkillIndia
A Delhi court finds a prima facie case against Congress's Alka Lamba for a protest demanding women's reservation. Charges to be framed on Jan 5. Read the full details.
Karnataka Assembly passes resolution urging Centre to include 56% internal reservation hike in Constitution's 9th Schedule for legal protection. Historic move for SCs, STs, and OBCs.
Karnataka Assembly passes SC sub-classification bill, dividing 17% quota among 101 communities. The move lifts a freeze on government appointments and fulfills a Congress poll promise. Read the full story.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's 54.3% ward reservation breaches Supreme Court cap. Commissioner says process followed SEC approval. Legal experts warn of OBC quota cuts if SC rules against it.
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
Karnataka's push for 56% quota is mired in internal reservation disputes. Explore the 6-6-5 formula, the new 17% SC reservation, and the political storm. Read the full analysis.
Andhra Pradesh High Court issues notice on petition demanding 33% reservation for women in state advocates' association elections. Hearing posted for next Wednesday.
Supreme Court intervenes, reserving 5 key posts for women in Nagpur HC Bar Association elections. The move ensures fair representation days before the December 12 vote. Read more.
Ahmedabad family court bar association elections postponed after ex-president I M Khokhar challenges reservation of president's post for women. Bar Council of Gujarat to review appeal.
Omar Abdullah's government proposes reallocating RBA and EWS quotas to increase open merit seats in J&K jobs and education, addressing protests over 70% reservation. Read full analysis.
Supreme Court orders immediate elections for 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations while questioning Nagpur's 54.30% reservation breach. Results for Nagpur and Chandrapur to remain provisional.
Candidates in Nagpur's civic polls face a dual battle: against rivals and a Supreme Court case on reservation cap breaches. Their victory on Dec 2 hinges on a January court ruling.
Telangana witnesses a historic gender shift as women are set to lead nearly half of all gram panchayats. Discover how this reshapes local governance and empowers communities across the state.
President Droupadi Murmu expressed concern over inadequate women's representation in judiciary, legislature, and executive despite the Women's Reservation Act. Read about the constitutional vision and challenges.