Bihar's Bhumihar Brahmin Caste Name Row Intensifies
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.
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Panel gets extension to review bills on PM, CM removal
A parliamentary committee has been granted more time to examine two crucial bills that outline the process for removing a Prime Minister or Chief Minister from office. The report is now due in the Winter Session.
Karnataka Council Clears 11 Bills in One Day
Karnataka's Legislative Council passed 11 crucial bills, including the Karnataka Land Revenue Amendment Bill, in a single day. Key legislation on land, co-operative societies, and more approved. Read the full details.
Ex-bonded labourer Lingamma elected Sarpanch in Telangana
Purusula Pedda Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in 2016, is now the elected Sarpanch of Ramagiri village in Nagarkurnool, promising change for her community.
Karnataka Council Passes 11 Bills, Including Education Reforms
The Karnataka Legislative Council approved 11 crucial bills in one day, including amendments to the Karnataka State Universities Act. Discover the key legislative changes.
Mangaluru ADC Orders Banks to Stop Delaying Govt Loans
Mangaluru Additional DC Raju K instructs banks to expedite loans under govt schemes, addresses scholarship delays & atrocity case compensation. Key decisions from district meeting.
Karnataka tables Bill for 6-6-5 SC internal reservation
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
BJP Seeks NCSC Probe After Student Dies in School Wall Collapse
Tamil Nadu BJP demands NCSC investigation and criminal action after a Class XII SC student's death due to a collapsing school wall in Tiruvallur, citing administrative failure.
Karnataka Assembly nod sought for ₹6,280 crore budget
Karnataka government tables supplementary budget of ₹6,280 crore, including ₹10 crore for Davos delegation. Get the latest details on fund allocation and Assembly approval.
Karnataka Govt Announces International Job Fair for 2025
Karnataka's Department of Skill Development will host an International Job Fair in 2025, targeting 10,000+ jobs for skilled youth. Learn about the state's new employment initiatives.
HC Notice on Illegal SC List Inclusion in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand HC seeks responses from Centre & state on a petition alleging illegal addition of 48 castes to SC list, a potential constitutional violation. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
Karnataka Increases Maize Procurement Cap to 50 Quintals
Karnataka government raises maize procurement limit to 50 quintals per farmer, offering ₹2,090 per quintal. A major relief for growers facing price volatility. Read details.
Ex-CJI Gavai defends SC creamy layer verdict, questions critics
Retired CJI Bhushan Gavai addresses criticism of the Supreme Court's verdict extending creamy layer to SCs. He asks if the same yardstick applies to a CJI's son and a labourer's child. Read his full defence.
Telangana HC dismisses appeal on ST Lambada certificates
Telangana High Court dismisses appeal by seven individuals, upholding the cancellation of their ST Lambada caste certificates. The court cited migration from Maharashtra in 1956 as a key factor. Read the full legal analysis.
Massive Tribal Protest in Silchar Over ST Status Proposal
Thousands from tribal groups marched in Silchar, Assam, opposing ST status for Tai-Ahom, Moran, Matak, Koch-Rajbongshi, Chutia & Tiwa, fearing dilution of existing rights.
Weekend Power Cuts Planned for Bengaluru's Whitefield, Soladevanahalli
Scheduled power outages will impact Whitefield and Soladevanahalli areas of Bengaluru this Saturday and Sunday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
Crimes Against SC/ST Fall 28% in Rajasthan
Official data reveals a significant 28.23% decline in atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Tribes in Rajasthan over two years. Explore the details and implications of this positive trend.
Cloudflare Network Issues During Scheduled Maintenance
Cloudflare confirmed network interruptions on December 5 during planned maintenance starting at 09:00 UTC. Updates are expected. Stay informed on this developing tech story.
MP's Unlisted Villages Deprive SCs of Govt Schemes
Congress MLA alleges many new habitations in Madhya Pradesh are missing from revenue records, depriving SC communities of electricity, housing, and other government scheme benefits. Details inside.
Assam ST Status Groups Seek Urgent Tripartite Meeting
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
Allahabad HC: SC benefits lost on conversion to Christianity
Allahabad High Court directs UP govt to enforce SC status forfeiture upon conversion to Christianity, citing constitutional fraud. A 4-month timeline set for DMs to act. Read the full judgment details.
Allahabad HC Mandates SC Status Verification for Converts
Allahabad High Court orders verification of Scheduled Caste status for individuals who converted to other religions. The ruling impacts caste certificate issuance and reservation benefits.
SC Commission to Act on Every Missed Call Complaint
National SC Commission's Anju Bala says every missed call from complainants will be treated as a grievance. She urges officials in Jalandhar to address issues promptly and ensure justice.
Assam's Tribal Status Promise in Lok Sabha Polls
Explore how the promise of Scheduled Tribe status for six Assam communities is shaping the electoral battle in at least six Lok Sabha constituencies. Discover the political strategies of BJP and Congress.
Minister: Congress brought SCSP/TSP funds and gobbled it
Karnataka Food Minister alleges Congress misused Dalit and tribal funds. SCSP/TSP Act implementation failed, leaving communities deprived. Read the full investigation.
Bageshwar SC families fear mining damage to homes
Over 100 Scheduled Caste families in Bageshwar mining areas live in cracked, sinking homes. Poverty prevents them from seeking help as authorities ignore pleas. Read their harrowing story.
New SC Scholarship Scheme: ₹8 Lakh Income Cap, 1900 Slots
Central government introduces Top Class Scholarship for SC students 2025-26. Covers studies beyond Class 12 in premier institutions. Check eligibility and apply now!
Updated SC Scholarship Guidelines for 2024-25 Released
The Ministry of Social Justice revamps the Top Class Scholarship for SC students with higher financial aid, direct transfers, and stricter institutional norms for 2024-25. Learn about the new benefits.
CJI Gavai's Tenure Sees Historic Judicial Appointments
As CJI B.R. Gavai demits office, his tenure is marked by the appointment of 21 judges from Backward Classes and Scheduled Castes. Explore the details of this significant shift in the Indian judiciary.
CJI Gavai on creamy layer verdict backlash, retirement
Outgoing CJI B R Gavai reveals facing severe criticism from his community for the SC sub-classification verdict. He emphasizes logic over politics and reflects on key judicial principles in his farewell address.
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