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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.

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.

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.

Assam to Table 1983 Nellie Massacre Reports in Assembly

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma announces tabling of both official Tewary Commission and unofficial Mehta Commission reports on 1983 violence, including Nellie killings where 1800-3000 died. Historic move ahead of assembly session.

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.

8th Pay Commission Excludes 69 Lakh Pensioners

Central government's 8th Pay Commission Terms of Reference exclude 69 lakh pensioners, triggering protests from defense employees federation. Key changes from 7th CPC raise concerns.

Punjab SC Commission Election Row: CEO Objects

Punjab Scheduled Caste Commission faces backlash for unprecedented intervention in Tarn Taran bypoll. CEO objects, Congress cries foul over political bias. Read full details.

Kerala LDF Demands EC Review Voter List Decision

Kerala's Left Democratic Front demands Election Commission review decision excluding state from special voter list revision, citing concerns over electoral fairness and potential disenfranchisement.

Gumla tribal protest against Kurmi ST status demand

Tensions flare in Jharkhand's Gumla district as tribal groups protest against Kurmi community's push for Scheduled Tribe status, raising concerns about resource sharing and identity preservation.

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