Nomadic Groups Seek 1% Quota, Oppose Karnataka Formula
Nomadic communities in Karnataka demand a separate 1% reservation and oppose the state's 6-6-5 quota formula. They warn of a 'Belagavi Chalo' protest if demands are unmet.
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Karnataka Forest Conservation Fails Without Locals
Experts warn that isolated forest conservation efforts in Karnataka are failing. Success requires active involvement of local communities. Read the full analysis.
42 Activists Detained in Mysuru Over Quota Protest at CM's Village
Mysuru police detained 42 activists for unlawful assembly after they tried to enter CM Siddaramaiah's village. The group was demanding internal reservation for SC communities. Read the full story.
Aurum Livings Launches Luxury Senior Living in India
Aurum Livings launches premium senior living communities in Goa & Bengaluru, blending luxury hospitality with advanced healthcare for India's elderly. Discover a new standard.
UP BJP's New President: OBC Leadership in Focus for 2027
As UP BJP prepares to appoint a new state president, the party faces a crucial decision: opt for a 'tried and tested' OBC face to reclaim lost ground after 2024 Lok Sabha setbacks. Analysis of past strategies and future challenges.
Assam CM Targets Jan 15 for NDA Seat-Sharing Pact
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma says BJP-led NDA aims to finalize seat-sharing by mid-January. BJP claims ST status move for six communities has left opposition in political despair. Details inside.
Kerala Fisherfolk Issues Ignored in Election Run-Up
Kerala's coastal communities voice frustration as displacement projects and policy changes threaten livelihoods. Key issues like Coastal Highway compensation and CRZ amendments remain unaddressed by representatives. Read more.
How Bengaluru's Long Commutes Are Creating New Communities
Lengthy daily commutes on Bengaluru's metro and buses are sparking new friendships and informal communities among passengers. Discover the human stories behind the city's traffic.
BJP to Challenge Siddaramaiah's Ahinda Record in Assembly
BJP legislators plan adjournment motion to debate Ahinda communities' condition, alleging Siddaramaiah's policies hinder upliftment. Key issues: SC/ST funds, OBC reservation, caste census.
How Bengaluru's Metro Rides Are Creating Informal Communities
Long daily commutes on Namma Metro are forging unexpected social bonds and informal communities among Bengaluru's professionals. Discover how shared journeys are reshaping urban connections.
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.
Mangaluru Event Spotlights Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar Tussle
A Congress event in Mangaluru marking the Gandhi-Narayana Guru centenary became a political show of OBC strength, attended by CM Siddaramaiah but not Deputy CM Shivakumar, hinting at power dynamics.
BJP Demands Apology from Mevani Over PM Modi Remarks
Gujarat BJP demands apology from Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani for remarks on PM Modi, announces statewide protests. Congress hits back with questions on Dalit issues.
Karnataka OBCs Renew Demand for Local Body Quota Reclassification
OBC organisations in Karnataka demand reclassification of reservation categories in local bodies, citing inequitable representation. The issue is set to dominate the winter legislative session.
BJP's Bellad: Siddaramaiah Leader Only for Kuruba, Not All OBC
BJP leader Arvind Bellad criticizes Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, alleging he represents only his Kuruba community, not the broader OBC bloc. BJP yet to decide on no-confidence motion. Read the full political analysis.
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.
Assam Students Rally Against Child Marriage & Illegal Liquor
AASAA members organized a bike rally in Tinsukia demanding strict enforcement against child marriage, illegal bootlegging, and addressing student dropout rates in tea garden communities.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Quota Changes Amid Protests
Omar Abdullah's government proposes reallocating RBA and EWS quotas to increase open merit seats in J&K jobs and education, addressing protests over 70% reservation. Read full analysis.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Changes to Quota System
Omar Abdullah's cabinet sub-committee proposes changes to J&K's reservation policy, aiming to increase open merit seats from 30% to 50% after protests. Key facts and details inside.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Quota Changes Amid Protests
Omar Abdullah's government clears changes to J&K reservation policy, aiming to restore 50% open merit seats while facing youth protests over increased quotas. Read the full story.
Electrical Fire at Patna Girls School, 8 Faint
A fire sparked by an electrical short circuit at a Patna government school. Eight students fainted due to panic but were safely rescued and hospitalized. Full details inside.
SC Directs Maharashtra Civic Polls Amid Reservation Row
Supreme Court orders immediate elections for 29 Maharashtra municipal corporations while questioning Nagpur's 54.30% reservation breach. Results for Nagpur and Chandrapur to remain provisional.
SC Allows Maharashtra Local Body Polls With Quota Cap
Supreme Court permits Maharashtra SEC to conduct local body elections while maintaining 50% reservation ceiling. BMC elections to proceed as court sets January hearing.
SC Allows Maharashtra Civic Polls With Quota Conditions
Supreme Court permits Maharashtra civic elections but withholds results for 57 local bodies exceeding 50% quota ceiling. Final hearing on OBC quota legality set for January 2026.
Malappuram's Coastal & Tribal Communities Suffer Decades of Neglect
Coastal belts and tribal hamlets in Malappuram face decades of neglect despite political promises. Infrastructure delays and environmental concerns plague district development. Read about the urgent need for change.
17 Zilla Parishads Polls Uncertain After SC Ruling
Supreme Court allows Maharashtra local body elections but puts 17 Zilla Parishads and 88 panchayat samitis on hold due to reservation limit breach. SEC to announce schedule by mid-December.
SC Orders SEC to Conduct Maharashtra Local Body Elections
Supreme Court directs Maharashtra State Election Commission to hold local body polls immediately. Results to depend on verdict regarding OBC quota breach in 57 councils. Read latest updates.
Mahayuti's poll challenges: SC OBC verdict, ally unease
Maharashtra's ruling coalition confronts Supreme Court's pending OBC reservation verdict and alliance tensions ahead of crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
BJP to Name New UP President as 14 Posts Remain
With only 14 district unit chiefs left to be appointed, BJP prepares to announce new Uttar Pradesh president. Party considering OBC or SC face after Bihar victory for 2027 Assembly polls.
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