Karnataka Notifies Reservations for 369 GBA Wards
Karnataka government announces reservation details for 369 GBA wards, mandating 50% seats for women across categories. Move comes ahead of crucial Supreme Court hearing. Read the full breakdown.
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Bihar OBC Girls' School Admissions 2026-27 Open
Bihar govt invites applications for 2,159 seats in 39 OBC girls' residential schools. Entrance exam on March 1. Apply online by Feb 9, 2026.
Karnataka Governor returns SC quota bill, seeks clarifications
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.
Punjab SC Commission Summons Patiala SP, DSP Over Inaction
Punjab Scheduled Castes Commission summons Patiala SP and DSP for alleged police inaction in cases involving SC complainants. Hearings set for January 14.
Siddaramaiah Eyes Record as D Devaraj Urs Legacy Recalled
As Siddaramaiah nears a tenure record, we revisit D Devaraj Urs's revolutionary policies on land reforms, social justice, and shaping modern Karnataka. Explore his enduring impact.
Karnataka Govt Considers Land Allotment to Backward Castes
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah announces a proposal to allot land to all backward castes. The plan includes benefits for weavers and a call for unity within the Devanga community. Read more.
NCSC Seeks JU Report on Professor's Alleged Anti-Constitution Remarks
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.
Natesan: New CPI Leaders Forget Backbone of Left Parties
SNDP Yogam chief Vellappally Natesan attacks CPI's Binoy Viswam, says new leaders ignore backward castes. Defends traveling with CM Pinarayi Vijayan. Read the full story.
Punjab MGNREGA Debate Becomes Caste Political Battle
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.
Dr. Siddhivinayak Barve Takes Over as NCSC Chairman
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.
UP Minister Reviews Schemes for Persons with Disabilities
UP Minister Narendra Kashyap reviews welfare schemes, directs officials to strengthen universities for disabled and ensure last-mile delivery. Key beneficiary figures for 2025-26 revealed.
Punjab CM Mann Slams VB-G RAM G Act as Anti-Poor
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.
Doctor Debunks Viral Backward Walking Step-Count Myth
An orthopaedic surgeon from Mumbai clarifies that walking backwards does not multiply your step count. Learn the real benefits and risks of retro-walking for fitness and joint health.
BAMCEF National Conference in Cuttack Hits Roadblock
The 42nd BAMCEF national conference in Cuttack faces cancellation after permission withdrawal. Organizers cry conspiracy, seek Naveen Patnaik's intervention. Details inside.
Pradhan Pushes Odisha to Reconstitute Backward Classes Panel
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan urges Odisha CM to urgently reconstitute the inactive State Backward Classes Commission, crucial for 216 SEBC communities' welfare. Read more.
Chandrashekhar: Govt Cutting Backward Class Votes via SIR
Azad Samaj Party's Chandrashekhar accuses govt of removing backward & Dalit votes via Special Intensive Revision. He also criticizes MNREGA fund cuts. Read full details.
Gujarat court rejects bail in foreign-funded conversion case
A Kheda sessions court rejected bail for two accused in a foreign-funded religious conversion case. The court cited flight risk and evidence of large-scale operations across states. Read the full details.
Karnataka HC Bars Employers from Caste Status Enquiry
Karnataka High Court rules employers lack jurisdiction to investigate an employee's caste status. Landmark decision protects employee rights. Read the full story.
Bihar's Bhumihar Brahmin Caste Name Row Intensifies
Bihar's upper caste panel defers decision on using 'Bhumihar Brahmin' in official records. Key Bhumihar organizations threaten protests, citing 1931 census data. Read the full story.
OBC List Frozen Since 2018, Parliament Notification Stalled
The central OBC list remains frozen since 2018, with no new inclusions or exclusions, as the government hesitates to act on the Rohini Commission report. Discover the political and legal gridlock.
Karnataka tables Bill for 6-6-5 SC internal reservation
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
HC Notice on Illegal SC List Inclusion in Uttarakhand
Uttarakhand HC seeks responses from Centre & state on a petition alleging illegal addition of 48 castes to SC list, a potential constitutional violation. Next hearing on Jan 6, 2026.
Ex-CJI Gavai defends SC creamy layer verdict, questions critics
Retired CJI Bhushan Gavai addresses criticism of the Supreme Court's verdict extending creamy layer to SCs. He asks if the same yardstick applies to a CJI's son and a labourer's child. Read his full defence.
42% BC Quota Hangs Fire in Telangana Rural Polls
Despite legal hurdles stalling the 42% BC reservation in Telangana's local body polls, major parties are informally backing BC candidates. The High Court stay and pending Presidential assent create a complex electoral scenario. Read more.
Madhya Pradesh's Social Impact Bonds to Place 600 in Jobs Abroad
Madhya Pradesh launches its first Social Impact Bond project, aiming to skill and place 600 candidates from backward classes in Japan and Germany. A ₹100 crore budget is allocated.
Crimes Against SC/ST Fall 28% in Rajasthan
Official data reveals a significant 28.23% decline in atrocities against Scheduled Castes and Tribes in Rajasthan over two years. Explore the details and implications of this positive trend.
Allahabad HC: SC benefits lost on conversion to Christianity
Allahabad High Court directs UP govt to enforce SC status forfeiture upon conversion to Christianity, citing constitutional fraud. A 4-month timeline set for DMs to act. Read the full judgment details.
SC Commission to Act on Every Missed Call Complaint
National SC Commission's Anju Bala says every missed call from complainants will be treated as a grievance. She urges officials in Jalandhar to address issues promptly and ensure justice.
13 Karnataka depts delay caste census data
Karnataka's caste census faces delays as 13 departments miss deadlines for submitting crucial secondary data. The state government issues a final reminder to ensure compliance.
BC Reservations Fall to 17% in Telangana Local Polls
Telangana's Backward Classes receive only 17% sarpanch seats despite demanding 42% reservations. District variations range from 0% to 27% as political blame game intensifies.
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