Forest Conservation vs Adivasi Land Rights in India
Adivasi communities assert land rights amid exclusionary conservation policies. Explore the justice debate in India's forest governance. Read more for insights.
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Ethics Committee Questions MLA Patel in Bribery Probe
Bharat Adivasi Party MLA Jaykrishn Patel, arrested for allegedly taking bribes to withdraw Assembly questions, presented his defence before the Rajasthan Assembly ethics committee. Details inside.
Jharkhand's New PESA Rules Upset BJP and Tribal Outfits
Jharkhand's new PESA rules face backlash from BJP and Adivasi groups, who call it a 'murder' of tribal self-governance. Explore the political and social faultlines exposed.
Jharkhand Forms Panel for 1948 Kharsawan Massacre Victims
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren announces a committee to identify Adivasi victims of the 1948 Kharsawan massacre, an event still shaping tribal memory. Will official records finally meet oral history?
Jaipal Singh Munda: Adivasi Leader's Enduring Legacy
On his birth anniversary, explore Jaipal Singh Munda's journey from Oxford to the Constituent Assembly. His fight for tribal rights and cultural pride continues to challenge India's democracy today. Read more.
Activists Slam MGNREGA Repeal as 'Assault on Federalism'
Civil society groups demand immediate restoration of MGNREGA, calling its replacement an attack on Dalit and Adivasi workers' dignity. Full story on the controversial new law.
Jharkhand's Tribal Football Star Wins Bal Puraskar from President
Anushka Kumari Munda, the U-17 Indian football 'Goal Machine', receives the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from President Droupadi Murmu. Discover her inspiring journey from an Adivasi village to the national team.
Baby G: Karnataka's Pioneer in Tribal Healthcare
Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.
Murmu: Educated tribals must help villages access govt schemes
President Droupadi Murmu calls on educated tribal individuals to return to their villages and help communities access government welfare schemes for societal upliftment.
Jharkhand school survey adds 'Other' religion category
Jharkhand modifies DAHAR 2.0 school survey to include 'Other' religion option following Adivasi objections over exclusion of tribal identities like Sarna. Details inside.
Mystery Maoist Doctor Rafiq's Untold Story Revealed
The untold story of Dr Rafiq, an MBBS doctor from Punjab who joined the Maoist movement, served in Dandakaranya, authored medical manuals, and remains at large. Discover his legacy.
Adivasi youth from Adilabad to visit Hyderabad on exposure tour
Telangana's tourism minister announces an education tour for Adivasi communities from Adilabad to Hyderabad. The state will cover all costs to showcase heritage and modern infrastructure. Read more.
Attappady tribal youth assaulted, family alleges police apathy
A 26-year-old Adivasi youth in Attappady, Palakkad, was brutally assaulted on theft allegations. Despite severe injuries, police filed minor charges. Family demands SC/ST Act and attempted murder case.
Nagarahole Tribals Hold Historic Gram Sabhas for Forest Rights
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
25 Valsad Villages Seek Curbs on Christmas Festivities
Tribal groups in Gujarat's Valsad demand Christmas celebrations be limited to registered Christians, citing cultural preservation. Officials clarify no legal basis for such restrictions. Read more.
Permanent Teacher Delay Hurts Tribal Education in Mysuru
Delay in appointing permanent teachers in Mysuru's 21 ashram schools impacts 3000 tribal students' education. Activists demand urgent staff recruitment and better facilities. Read more.
Chhattisgarh IDPs Risk Losing Voting Rights in Electoral Roll Cleanup
Thousands of Adivasis displaced by Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh face losing their voting rights as officials delete names from rolls. Activists call it a constitutional violation. Read more.
100% Rise in Jharkhand Witch-Hunting Cases
Jharkhand saw a 100% spike in witch-hunting cases in 2023. Explore the deep-rooted causes: healthcare gaps, land rights denial for Adivasi women, and failed laws. Read the full analysis.
Adivasi Cinema Shatters Stereotypes, Redefines Narratives
Discover how Adivasi filmmakers are reclaiming their stories, moving beyond blackface, and using AI to ensure authentic representation in Indian cinema. Read more!
Ranchi University Protest: 6th Day of Class Disruption
Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University in Ranchi faces continued student protests over a commerce course fee hike, leading to a sixth day of class disruptions and potential police intervention.
Jharkhand at 25: Reflecting on an Unfinished Promise
As Jharkhand enters its 25th year, it's time to reflect on the statehood movement's core promise of dignity, justice, and equality, which remains only partially fulfilled. Read more.
Jharkhand at 25: Unfulfilled Promises Remain
25 years after Jharkhand's formation, the state struggles with poverty, governance issues, and unfulfilled promises to Adivasi communities despite rich mineral resources. Read the complete analysis.
Jharkhand's 25-Year Journey: From Struggle to Statehood
As Jharkhand celebrates its silver jubilee, explore the century-long struggle for autonomy that shaped India's youngest states. Discover the untold stories of resilience and cultural identity.
Jharkhand's Forgotten Birthplace of Statehood Movement
As Jharkhand marks 25 years of statehood, the historic Adivasi Maidan in Ranchi where tribal icon Jaipal Singh Munda sparked the movement remains neglected. Discover the untold story.
AI-Powered Museum Honors Tribal Freedom Fighters
PM Modi inaugurates tribal freedom fighters museum in Nava Raipur featuring 650 sculptures & AI technology. Discover untold stories of Adivasi resistance against British rule.
Tribal Attacks Spark Major Protest Plans in Jharkhand
Jharkhand's tribal communities face escalating violence as Adivasi Mahasabha announces statewide agitation demanding government action and protection.
Neha Tirkey appointed Bihar election observer by Adivasi Congress
In a strategic move ahead of Bihar elections, All India Adivasi Congress appoints Shilpi Neha Tirkey as election observer, strengthening tribal representation in electoral politics.
Forest Wisdom: Indigenous Children Learn From Nature
Discover the remarkable story of a unique school in rural Maharashtra where indigenous children learn traditional wisdom and modern education in harmony with the forest that sustains them.
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