Nagpur Ward Reservation Exceeds SC 50% Ceiling
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's 54.3% ward reservation breaches Supreme Court cap. Commissioner says process followed SEC approval. Legal experts warn of OBC quota cuts if SC rules against it.
Nagpur Municipal Corporation's 54.3% ward reservation breaches Supreme Court cap. Commissioner says process followed SEC approval. Legal experts warn of OBC quota cuts if SC rules against it.
KTU Vice-Chancellor Ciza Thomas appointed to additional role at Digital University Kerala as VC-designate awaits clearance. Minister R Bindu offers cooperation amid LDF internal dissent.
Kerala cabinet approves inclusion of new communities in OBC list, Rs 190 crore guarantee for Kozhikode IT park, and key administrative decisions. Read the full details here.
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arlekar break impasse, appoint VCs for KTU and Digital University. Supreme Court warning leads to consensus. Details inside.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has transitioned from a fringe player to a significant electoral force in Kerala, marking a pivotal change in the state's political landscape. Discover the implications.
Kerala gears up for the 2025 local body polls as the State Election Commissioner confirms all preparations are complete. Key details on dates, security, and voter lists inside.
The open campaign for Kerala's first-phase local body elections concludes. A fierce triangular contest is expected, especially in Thiruvananthapuram, as BJP's influence grows. Read the latest analysis.
Karnataka's push for 56% quota is mired in internal reservation disputes. Explore the 6-6-5 formula, the new 17% SC reservation, and the political storm. Read the full analysis.
Major tourism associations in Kerala propose a master plan including enhanced nightlife, a surfing festival, and infrastructure upgrades to restore Kovalam as a premium destination and boost foreign tourist numbers.
Noamundi block in West Singhbhum becomes Jharkhand's first to identify & certify all eligible persons with disabilities, linking them to govt schemes. Discover the SABAL initiative's success.
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.
Karnataka Examinations Authority schedules KSET 2025 PwD document verification for December 8-9. Mandatory attendance with complete documents required for eligibility certificate issuance.
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.
Candidates in Nagpur's civic polls face a dual battle: against rivals and a Supreme Court case on reservation cap breaches. Their victory on Dec 2 hinges on a January court ruling.
Goa State Election Commission files affidavit urging dismissal of petition challenging constituency reservations for zilla panchayat polls scheduled for December 20. Learn about the constitutional mandate.
A 45-year-old man in Kerala's Kollam district brutally murdered his wife by hitting her with an LPG cylinder following a domestic dispute. Police investigation ongoing.
Kerala government faces criticism for delaying anti-sorcery law despite 38 registered cases of superstition-related crimes. Learn about the growing concern.
Sajad Lone accuses BJP of communalizing medical education after party MLA seeks reservations for Hindus in medical colleges. Read the full controversy details.
Chief Justice BR Gavai supports creamy layer concept for Scheduled Castes reservation. Analysis of OBC quota implementation reveals only 17% filled over decades. Explore the historical context and better solutions.
Jharkhand High Court directs state govt & election commission to respond to a petition challenging the reservation policy for mayor's posts in Dhanbad and Giridih municipal elections. Next hearing on Dec 17.
Supreme Court warns Maharashtra government against exceeding 50% reservation limit in local body elections. Court threatens to stay elections if norms violated. Read latest developments.
BLoS employees across Kerala boycott work after colleague's suicide. Opposition demands probe against CPI(M) minister. Full details on the tragic incident and ongoing protests.
BLOS officers across Kerala boycott work after colleague's suicide. Opposition demands probe against CPI(M), alleging political pressure. Crisis deepens in state bureaucracy.
Booth Level Officers across Kerala will strike on Monday demanding action after a colleague's suicide. The protest highlights systemic issues in election administration.
Kerala prepares for crucial local body polls in December 2025 with two-phase voting. 2.84 crore voters to elect representatives across 23,576 wards. Results declaration on December 13.
Karnataka High Court extends freeze on SC internal reservation appointments till December 3. Petitioners challenge arbitrary sub-classification among SC categories. Read latest updates.
Pune Municipal Corporation election reservation draw allocates 83 seats for women, 44 for OBC. Political aspirants launch campaigns as BJP, NCP, Congress candidates reveal constituencies.
Don't miss your vote! Learn how to verify your name in Kerala's 2025 electoral roll with our step-by-step guide. Essential reading for every Kerala voter.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh delivers powerful statement against caste-based reservations in armed forces, warning it would undermine national security and discipline.