Jharkhand's New PESA Rules Upset BJP and Tribal Outfits
Jharkhand's new PESA rules face backlash from BJP and Adivasi groups, who call it a 'murder' of tribal self-governance. Explore the political and social faultlines exposed.
Jharkhand's new PESA rules face backlash from BJP and Adivasi groups, who call it a 'murder' of tribal self-governance. Explore the political and social faultlines exposed.
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren announces a committee to identify Adivasi victims of the 1948 Kharsawan massacre, an event still shaping tribal memory. Will official records finally meet oral history?
Senior Dravidian ideologue and former MP L Ganesan, a key figure in the anti-Hindi movement, passed away at 92. CM Stalin paid homage. Read about his political journey.
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.
Civil society groups demand immediate restoration of MGNREGA, calling its replacement an attack on Dalit and Adivasi workers' dignity. Full story on the controversial new law.
Anushka Kumari Munda, the U-17 Indian football 'Goal Machine', receives the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar from President Droupadi Murmu. Discover her inspiring journey from an Adivasi village to the national team.
Veteran Communist Party of India leader R Nallakannu celebrated his 101st birthday, receiving heartfelt wishes from leaders across Tamil Nadu's political spectrum. Read about his enduring legacy.
Discover how Baby G, Karnataka's pioneering tribal healthcare provider, combines professional training with lived Adivasi experience to deliver life-saving care to remote communities. Read her inspiring story.
President Droupadi Murmu calls on educated tribal individuals to return to their villages and help communities access government welfare schemes for societal upliftment.
Jharkhand modifies DAHAR 2.0 school survey to include 'Other' religion option following Adivasi objections over exclusion of tribal identities like Sarna. Details inside.
Astrology reveals the 5 zodiac signs with innate leadership qualities. Discover which signs are charismatic, strategic, and born to lead. Read more to see if your sign makes the list.
The untold story of Dr Rafiq, an MBBS doctor from Punjab who joined the Maoist movement, served in Dandakaranya, authored medical manuals, and remains at large. Discover his legacy.
RJD leader Tej Pratap Yadav has written to Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary, seeking enhanced security citing threats from an expelled JJD leader. Details inside.
Telangana's tourism minister announces an education tour for Adivasi communities from Adilabad to Hyderabad. The state will cover all costs to showcase heritage and modern infrastructure. Read more.
Kerala police register case against KPCC leader for sharing fabricated AI image linking CM Pinarayi Vijayan to Sabarimala gold case accused. FIR filed under IPC and Kerala Police Act. Read the full details.
Former Maharashtra minister and senior Congress leader Surupsingh Hirya Naik passed away at 88. A stalwart for tribal rights, his demise is mourned across party lines. Read more about his legacy.
A 26-year-old Adivasi youth in Attappady, Palakkad, was brutally assaulted on theft allegations. Despite severe injuries, police filed minor charges. Family demands SC/ST Act and attempted murder case.
Tribal communities in Nagarahole Tiger Reserve are holding organised gram sabhas, demanding rights under the Forest Rights Act, 2006. A major assembly is planned for Jan 2, 2026. Read more.
Tribal groups in Gujarat's Valsad demand Christmas celebrations be limited to registered Christians, citing cultural preservation. Officials clarify no legal basis for such restrictions. Read more.
A BJP leader was brutally murdered by unidentified attackers in Chhattisgarh's Korba district. Police launch investigation into the political killing.
Veteran Communist leader and academic Prof Kishore Kumar Theckedath has passed away. He is survived by his wife, son, daughters-in-law, and granddaughters. Read more about his life and legacy.
Thousands gather for BNP leader Sharif Osman Hadi's funeral in Dhaka under tight security. Protests against Sheikh Hasina erupt as the youth leader died in Singapore. Get the latest updates.
Delay in appointing permanent teachers in Mysuru's 21 ashram schools impacts 3000 tribal students' education. Activists demand urgent staff recruitment and better facilities. Read more.
Thousands of Adivasis displaced by Maoist violence in Chhattisgarh face losing their voting rights as officials delete names from rolls. Activists call it a constitutional violation. Read more.
Jharkhand saw a 100% spike in witch-hunting cases in 2023. Explore the deep-rooted causes: healthcare gaps, land rights denial for Adivasi women, and failed laws. Read the full analysis.
Satyajit Das, a 24-year-old BJP Yuva Morcha leader from Cachar, died by suicide. Family cites severe financial stress and pressure from lenders as the cause. Police investigation is ongoing.
Discover how Adivasi filmmakers are reclaiming their stories, moving beyond blackface, and using AI to ensure authentic representation in Indian cinema. Read more!
Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University in Ranchi faces continued student protests over a commerce course fee hike, leading to a sixth day of class disruptions and potential police intervention.
Punjab Police arrest prime accused Happy Dunia in RSS leader's son murder case after dramatic Ferozepur shootout. Key developments in the high-profile investigation.
Tragic shooting claims life of RSS leader's son in Ferozepur. Police investigation underway to identify attackers and motive behind the brutal murder.