Ex-bonded labourer Lingamma elected Sarpanch in Telangana
Purusula Pedda Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in 2016, is now the elected Sarpanch of Ramagiri village in Nagarkurnool, promising change for her community.
Purusula Pedda Lingamma, a Chenchu tribal woman rescued from bonded labour in 2016, is now the elected Sarpanch of Ramagiri village in Nagarkurnool, promising change for her community.
Mangaluru Additional DC Raju K instructs banks to expedite loans under govt schemes, addresses scholarship delays & atrocity case compensation. Key decisions from district meeting.
Karnataka govt tables Bill for 6-6-5 internal SC quota, lifting recruitment freeze. Details on categories, excluded tribes, and legal amendments inside.
Tamil Nadu BJP demands NCSC investigation and criminal action after a Class XII SC student's death due to a collapsing school wall in Tiruvallur, citing administrative failure.
Tata Power is negotiating to buy stakes from Oman, Kuwait funds & ICICI Ventures in Resurgent Power, aiming for 100% ownership. Deal could solidify its position in India's power sector. Read more.
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.
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.
Telangana High Court dismisses appeal by seven individuals, upholding the cancellation of their ST Lambada caste certificates. The court cited migration from Maharashtra in 1956 as a key factor. Read the full legal analysis.
Thousands from tribal groups marched in Silchar, Assam, opposing ST status for Tai-Ahom, Moran, Matak, Koch-Rajbongshi, Chutia & Tiwa, fearing dilution of existing rights.
Scheduled power outages will impact Whitefield and Soladevanahalli areas of Bengaluru this Saturday and Sunday. Check the full list of affected localities and timings here.
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.
Cloudflare confirmed network interruptions on December 5 during planned maintenance starting at 09:00 UTC. Updates are expected. Stay informed on this developing tech story.
The Reserve Bank of India's MPC cut the repo rate by 25 basis points to 5.25% in its December policy. This marks a cumulative reduction of 125 bps since February. Read the full analysis.
Russia's Rosatom has delivered a fresh batch of nuclear fuel to the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant in Tamil Nadu, ensuring uninterrupted power generation. Read more about this crucial energy partnership.
West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee announces the operational start of the state's largest 660 MW supercritical thermal power unit in Sagardighi from December 10, boosting power for 16.7 lakh families and creating 26,000 jobs. Read more.
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.
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
Noida's electricity demand is rising by 120 MW yearly, fueled by new residential connections and industrial expansion. The discom is upgrading infrastructure to meet the challenge. Read more.
Hindustan Power inks a Power Supply Agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, boosting Assam's energy security and supporting industrial growth. Read the full details.
Hindustan Power inks a crucial power supply agreement with APDCL for 130 MW, enhancing Assam's electricity infrastructure and supporting regional growth. Read the full story.
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.
Allahabad High Court orders verification of Scheduled Caste status for individuals who converted to other religions. The ruling impacts caste certificate issuance and reservation benefits.
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.
India's electricity consumption saw a marginal decline of 0.31% in November 2024, reaching 123.4 billion units. Experts attribute this to reduced use of cooling appliances as winter sets in. Discover the latest power demand trends and future projections.
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.
Karnataka Food Minister alleges Congress misused Dalit and tribal funds. SCSP/TSP Act implementation failed, leaving communities deprived. Read the full investigation.
JBVNL cracks down on electricity theft with 8,651 FIRs from Aug-Oct 2025. Over ₹14 crore assessed, ₹8.47 crore recovered. Report theft anonymously via WhatsApp.
Over 100 Scheduled Caste families in Bageshwar mining areas live in cracked, sinking homes. Poverty prevents them from seeking help as authorities ignore pleas. Read their harrowing story.
Central government introduces Top Class Scholarship for SC students 2025-26. Covers studies beyond Class 12 in premier institutions. Check eligibility and apply now!
Several key areas in Bengaluru to experience power disruption on Thursday. Wilson Garden, Richmond Circle, Lalbagh Road among affected localities. Plan accordingly.