Karnataka Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot has sent back the SC sub-classification bill to the state government, requesting further details. The move delays a key internal reservation policy.
As Assam heads to polls, the state's proposal to grant ST status to six communities faces fierce opposition from existing tribes, threatening to reshape the political landscape. Explore the complex framework and high-stakes conflict.
Punjab Scheduled Castes Commission summons Patiala SP and DSP for alleged police inaction in cases involving SC complainants. Hearings set for January 14.
A special CBI court in Guwahati has framed charges against six men for a horrific crime during Manipur's ethnic violence, marking the first such case to go to trial. Read the full details.
The promise of self-governance in Jharkhand's Scheduled Areas is being lost under bureaucratic control, as PESA rules fail to deliver autonomy. Read the full analysis.
Central Kolkata faced major traffic disruptions as 8,000 Adivasis marched in political rallies, demanding exclusive ST status and inclusion of tribal languages in the Eighth Schedule. Details inside.
Over 250 SC families in Coimbatore's Vellalore have lived without toilets for 20 years, forcing open defecation. They urge the district administration to address this severe health and safety crisis immediately.
A 40-year-old man was found dead in West Bengal's Hooghly. His family alleges extreme stress due to a Scheduled Caste certificate hearing. Police investigation ongoing.
A student accused in the Dharamshala college ragging case denies harassing her classmate who died in December. She claims innocence and supports the suspended professor. Read the full story.
BJP shocks Akola by picking Mangesh Zhine, a daily-wage worker, over a veteran for a civic poll. This move, seen as reviving the party's grassroots narrative, sets up a high-stakes contest. Read the full story.
Members of the Koraga community in Karnataka staged a protest, accusing the state government of ignoring their long-standing demands for welfare and justice. Read more about their struggle.
A new school curriculum by Vermont's Abenaki groups ignites a fierce debate with Canadian First Nations over identity, history, and authority. Learn about the deepening conflict.
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.
Karnataka MLC Manjunath Bhandary urges CM Siddaramaiah to ensure government jobs for Koraga community youth, highlighting unfulfilled promises and demanding immediate action.
The NCSC has asked Jadavpur University for a report on action taken against a professor accused of hateful comments about the Constitution and Dr. Ambedkar. The student alleges university inaction.
HDFC Bank announces a 4-hour scheduled maintenance on January 4, 2026, from 12 AM to 4 AM IST, affecting NetBanking. Mobile app, PayZapp, and other services will remain operational. Plan your banking accordingly.
RBI data reveals a widening credit-deposit gap as bank deposits fell by Rs 1.7 lakh crore in early December. Credit growth remains strong at 11.9%, forcing banks to tap alternative liquidity. Read the full analysis.
PFRDA approves banks as direct pension fund sponsors for NPS, aiming to widen access and increase competition. New fee structure and trustees also announced.
Punjab assembly's MGNREGA debate reveals AAP's strategy to frame it as an anti-Dalit move, countering BJP's outreach. SCs form 70% of scheme's workers. Explore the political narrative.
RBI's Financial Stability Report reveals Indian banks' gross NPAs could improve to 1.9% by March 2027 from 2.1% in Sept 2025. Stress tests show resilience even in adverse scenarios. Read the full analysis.
Shimla DC Anupam Kashyap instructs officials to analyse court judgments under SC/ST Act to understand high acquittal rates. 40 cases since 2018 are pending, with courts rejecting cancellation reports. Read for details.
Dr. Siddhivinayak Barve assumes the role of Chairman for the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, Maharashtra. Learn about his background and the Commission's crucial mandate.
Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann attacks the new VB-G RAM G Act, calling it a direct assault on SCs and women. He demands rollback, citing threats to MGNREGA's rights-based framework.
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BJP SC Morcha VP Paramjit Singh Kainth demands a white paper and high-level inquiry into alleged MGNREGA irregularities in Punjab over the last decade. He calls for transparency and accountability.
Family of Anjel Chakma, killed in Dehradun, recalls his dreams as CMs promise justice. Five arrested, one absconding in the alleged racist attack. National Commission issues notices.
Scheduled maintenance by KPTCL will cause power outages in West and North Bengaluru areas on Monday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
National Commission for Scheduled Tribes seeks report on Anjel Chakma's death in Dehradun. CMs promise action as family recalls his dreams. 5 arrested, 1 absconding.
KPTCL announces a 7-hour scheduled power outage in Dharwad on December 29 & 30 for quarterly maintenance. Check the full list of affected areas and timings here.
Uttar Pradesh's Yogi Adityanath government provides basic facilities in 12,492 Scheduled Caste villages under PM Adarsh Gram Yojana, targeting holistic development by 2025-26. Read more.