Maharashtra police arrest a Kerala pastor and 7 others for alleged forced conversion. Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan condemns the arrests, calling them 'deeply disturbing'. Read the full story.
Dr. Siddhivinayak Barve assumes the role of Chairman for the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, Maharashtra. Learn about his background and the Commission's crucial mandate.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann attacks the new VB-G RAM G Act, calling it a direct assault on SCs and women. He demands rollback, citing threats to MGNREGA's rights-based framework.
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BJP SC Morcha VP Paramjit Singh Kainth demands a white paper and high-level inquiry into alleged MGNREGA irregularities in Punjab over the last decade. He calls for transparency and accountability.
Uttar Pradesh police arrest pastor and two others in Fatehpur following a complaint alleging forced religious conversion. Bajrang Dal workers stage protest outside the church. Details inside.
Family of Anjel Chakma, killed in Dehradun, recalls his dreams as CMs promise justice. Five arrested, one absconding in the alleged racist attack. National Commission issues notices.
Scheduled maintenance by KPTCL will cause power outages in West and North Bengaluru areas on Monday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
National Commission for Scheduled Tribes seeks report on Anjel Chakma's death in Dehradun. CMs promise action as family recalls his dreams. 5 arrested, 1 absconding.
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government provides basic facilities in 12,492 Scheduled Caste villages under PM Adarsh Gram Yojana, targeting holistic development by 2025-26. Read more.
Bikaner police register FIR under new anti-conversion law after VHP alleges illegal religious activity in Shri Dungargarh village. Investigation underway.
Karnataka government introduces new rules to streamline the conversion of agricultural land for other purposes, aiming to boost development and reduce bureaucratic hurdles. Learn about the key changes.
Karnataka govt introduces major land conversion reforms with time-bound approvals, automatic clearances for industries & green energy. Read how this cuts red tape for investors.
Women from SC & ST categories remain primary MGNREGA beneficiaries in Himachal Pradesh despite falling budgets. Officials warn new VB-G RAM G scheme's norms could slash workdays & funds. Read more.
A junior resident at Lucknow's KGMU suspended after a colleague accused him of sexual exploitation, blackmail, and pressuring her to change religion. An FIR has been registered. Read the full details.
The Hemant Soren cabinet approved the Jharkhand PESA Rules 2025, granting gram sabhas in scheduled areas powers over mining, land, and resources. A landmark step for tribal self-governance.
Explore the vibrant cultures of India's 9 largest Scheduled Tribes, from the Bhils of Rajasthan to the Khasis of Meghalaya. Discover their unique traditions, art, and deep connection with nature.
Tension prevailed in a Mandya village after people from the Scheduled Caste community entered temples with police protection. District Armed Reserve (DAR) forces were deployed to control the situation.
A parliamentary committee calls for strict enforcement of land laws in scheduled areas, citing bypassed consent and inadequate rehabilitation for tribal communities. Read the key findings.
Parts of south-west Bengaluru face a power cut on Sunday, December 22, from 10 am to 5 pm for KPTCL maintenance. Check affected areas and BESCOM's advisory here.
A cook in Trichy's govt breakfast scheme accuses headmistress of caste-based discrimination after being replaced. She seeks action under the SC/ST Act. Details inside.
Nagpur's Prabhag 2, with its high Scheduled Caste population, gears up for a heated NMC election battle. Congress dominance faces challenges amid rebel dynamics and pressing civic issues. Read the full analysis.
A Kheda sessions court rejected bail for two accused in a foreign-funded religious conversion case. The court cited flight risk and evidence of large-scale operations across states. Read the full details.
Enforcement Directorate seizes properties worth Rs 8 crore from former Karnataka minister B Nagendra in a tribal corporation fund misappropriation case. Read the full investigation details.
Karnataka High Court rules employers lack jurisdiction to investigate an employee's caste status. Landmark decision protects employee rights. Read the full story.
Nagpur bench of Bombay High Court grants Scheduled Tribe validity to Buldhana siblings, ruling parent's rejected claim doesn't foreclose children's independent case. Landmark judgment reinforces precedent.
The crucial survey to convert the Pathankot-Jogindernagar narrow gauge railway line to broad gauge is complete, paving the way for enhanced connectivity in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra district. Read more about this transformative project.
National Commission for Scheduled Tribes demands action report from Odisha govt within three days over KISS school murder and alleged cover-up. Eight authorities arrested.
Bihar's upper caste panel defers decision on using 'Bhumihar Brahmin' in official records. Key Bhumihar organizations threaten protests, citing 1931 census data. Read the full story.