A Dalit man in Bareilly was brutally assaulted, had his head tonsured, and faced casteist abuse over a money dispute. Police arrested three, including a former village pradhan, after a viral video exposed the incident.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat calls for eliminating caste from the mind to end discrimination within a decade, emphasizing dharma as a guiding force for India as a Vishwaguru.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat emphasizes the need to eliminate caste from societal thinking to stop discrimination, noting its historical link to professions that later became entrenched.
Nine months after Rahul Gandhi's letter, Telangana has not drafted the Rohith Vemula law to end caste discrimination in education, while Karnataka prepares to pass its version.
Radhika Vemula, mother of late scholar Rohith Vemula, demands a new law to combat caste discrimination in education. She compares it to a vaccine against a deadly virus.
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi pushes for anti-discrimination legislation, citing ongoing campus challenges for Dalit youth on Rohith Vemula's 10th death anniversary.
Telangana Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka pledges swift enactment of Rohith Vemula Act. University of Hyderabad students boycott classes, march for justice on 10th anniversary of scholar's death.
Rahul Gandhi highlights caste as a major barrier in Indian education admissions, advocating for a new anti-discrimination law to ensure equal opportunities for all students.
Ten years after Rohith Vemula's suicide at Hyderabad University, his family and friends reflect on their changed lives and ongoing fight against caste discrimination in education.
Rani Channamma University in Belagavi appoints Prof SB Aksh as in-charge vice-chancellor following a dispute over charge-handover to the registrar during VC's Japan tour.
Karnataka proposes a strict law against honour killings following the murder of Manya Patil. The legislation aims to combat caste-based violence and protect inter-caste couples.
The University Grants Commission mandates all higher education institutions to establish Equal Opportunity Centres and 24-hour helplines to address caste-based discrimination complaints.
The Indian government has notified regulations to address caste discrimination on university campuses, involving coordination with multiple stakeholders for implementation.
New UGC regulations require all higher education institutions to form equity committees with representation from OBCs, SCs, STs, PwDs, and women to address discrimination complaints.
Police register case against BJP MLA B P Harish, his son, and close aide under SC/ST Atrocities Prevention Act following a formal complaint in Karnataka.
Rani Channamma University's vice-chancellor faces new caste discrimination allegations after appointing registrar as in-charge, bypassing senior-most dean. Complaints cite violations of university act and governor's directive.
Lalit Dave posts a thoughtful Gujarati note about true friends and freedom as his daughter faces backlash for her inter-caste engagement to actor Dhruvin Shah.
Residents evicted from Kogilu in Karnataka are calling for equitable housing allocation, urging authorities to ensure no discrimination in the process.
New UGC regulations require higher education institutions to form equity committees with diverse members to address discrimination complaints, removing a 'false complaints' section from the draft.
Congress alleges UP's bulldozer action targets based on caste & religion after Dalit woman's killing. SC department head Rajendra Pal Gautam condemns BJP's role. Read full details.
Scholar-activist Anand Teltumbde's new book argues the proposed all-India caste census is a 'con,' not a solution for annihilation of caste. Read his critique of data politics and reservations.
Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin writes to PM Modi, urging inclusion of Chief Ministers in refining caste enumeration guidelines to ensure social justice and federalism. Read the full story.
A new study from Lucknow University exposes manual scavenging as a severe human rights abuse. Despite bans, caste discrimination forces Dalits into this hazardous work. Read more and demand action.
The tragic killing of Anjel Chakma highlights deep-rooted racism against Northeast Indians. This article examines the systemic discrimination and calls for legal & social reform. Read more.
The brutal murder of 20-year-old Manya Patil, allegedly by her father and relatives for marrying a Dalit man, has sent shockwaves across Karnataka. CM Siddaramaiah announces fast-track court and anti-honour killing law. Read the full story.
A 23-year-old house surgeon in Siddipet died by suicide after her partner allegedly refused marriage citing caste. Police arrested the accused. Helpline: 14416.
A Dalit house surgeon in Telangana died by suicide after a colleague refused to marry her due to caste differences. The tragic incident occurred on January 3. Read the full report.
A Dalit woman was fatally stabbed in Karnataka's Chitradurga. The accused later died by suicide, sparking protests and a bandh call by Hindu outfits. Details inside.
Karnataka govt considers a stringent 'Manya Patil' law against honour killings after a pregnant woman's murder. Minister announces compensation, probe into negligence. Read the latest updates.
RSS Sarsanghchalak Mohan Bhagwat delivers a unifying message, urging Indians to move beyond caste and wealth divisions. Read his full vision for national unity.