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.
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Ciza Thomas Gets Additional Charge of Digital University Kerala
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: OBC List Expanded, IT Park Loan Guarantee
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.
Kerala CM, Governor Reach Consensus on VC Appointments
Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan and Governor Arlekar break impasse, appoint VCs for KTU and Digital University. Supreme Court warning leads to consensus. Details inside.
BJYM Protests Jharkhand Scholarship Delay for SC/ST/OBC Students
BJP's youth wing staged a protest in Ranchi over alleged two-year delay in scholarship disbursal to SC, ST, OBC students. Claims 1.2 lakh students affected. Congress hits back. Read the full story.
Kerala: 25 Lakh Voters May Be Struck Off Electoral Rolls
Kerala's special intensive revision may remove 25 lakh voters. Opposition parties demand clarity and extension. Get the full district-wise breakdown and political reactions here.
BJP's Rise in Kerala: From Margins to Mainstream
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.
Gujarat Voter List Verification Nears Completion
Gujarat's electoral office has verified nearly all discrepancies in the ASD list, with only 11 cases pending. Draft rolls for the Special Intensive Revision to be published on December 19. Read the full update.
Kerala Fully Prepared for Crucial Local Body Elections
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.
Kerala Local Body Polls Campaign Ends, Triangular Fight Ahead
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.
UP BJP's New President: OBC Leadership in Focus for 2027
As UP BJP prepares to appoint a new state president, the party faces a crucial decision: opt for a 'tried and tested' OBC face to reclaim lost ground after 2024 Lok Sabha setbacks. Analysis of past strategies and future challenges.
BJP to Challenge Siddaramaiah's Ahinda Record in Assembly
BJP legislators plan adjournment motion to debate Ahinda communities' condition, alleging Siddaramaiah's policies hinder upliftment. Key issues: SC/ST funds, OBC reservation, caste census.
Tourism Task Force Charts Plan to Revive Kovalam Beach
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.
West Bengal BLOs Seek Extension for Voter List Work
Block Level Officers in West Bengal protest, demanding a 3-month extension for voter enumeration. They cite overwhelming workload and technical issues as key challenges.
Mangaluru Event Spotlights Siddaramaiah-Shivakumar Tussle
A Congress event in Mangaluru marking the Gandhi-Narayana Guru centenary became a political show of OBC strength, attended by CM Siddaramaiah but not Deputy CM Shivakumar, hinting at power dynamics.
BJP Demands Apology from Mevani Over PM Modi Remarks
Gujarat BJP demands apology from Congress MLA Jignesh Mevani for remarks on PM Modi, announces statewide protests. Congress hits back with questions on Dalit issues.
Karnataka OBCs Renew Demand for Local Body Quota Reclassification
OBC organisations in Karnataka demand reclassification of reservation categories in local bodies, citing inequitable representation. The issue is set to dominate the winter legislative session.
Indore Voter List Digitisation Crosses 70% Milestone
Indore district digitises data of over 20 lakh voters, achieving 70% of its target. ECI Secretary reviews progress, praises transparency and tech use. Read the full update.
BJP's Bellad: Siddaramaiah Leader Only for Kuruba, Not All OBC
BJP leader Arvind Bellad criticizes Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah, alleging he represents only his Kuruba community, not the broader OBC bloc. BJP yet to decide on no-confidence motion. Read the full political analysis.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Quota Changes Amid Protests
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.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Changes to Quota System
Omar Abdullah's cabinet sub-committee proposes changes to J&K's reservation policy, aiming to increase open merit seats from 30% to 50% after protests. Key facts and details inside.
J&K Cabinet Panel Clears Quota Changes Amid Protests
Omar Abdullah's government clears changes to J&K reservation policy, aiming to restore 50% open merit seats while facing youth protests over increased quotas. Read the full story.
Electrical Fire at Patna Girls School, 8 Faint
A fire sparked by an electrical short circuit at a Patna government school. Eight students fainted due to panic but were safely rescued and hospitalized. Full details inside.
SC Directs Maharashtra Civic Polls Amid Reservation Row
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.
SC Allows Maharashtra Local Body Polls With Quota Cap
Supreme Court permits Maharashtra SEC to conduct local body elections while maintaining 50% reservation ceiling. BMC elections to proceed as court sets January hearing.
SC Allows Maharashtra Civic Polls With Quota Conditions
Supreme Court permits Maharashtra civic elections but withholds results for 57 local bodies exceeding 50% quota ceiling. Final hearing on OBC quota legality set for January 2026.
17 Zilla Parishads Polls Uncertain After SC Ruling
Supreme Court allows Maharashtra local body elections but puts 17 Zilla Parishads and 88 panchayat samitis on hold due to reservation limit breach. SEC to announce schedule by mid-December.
SC Orders SEC to Conduct Maharashtra Local Body Elections
Supreme Court directs Maharashtra State Election Commission to hold local body polls immediately. Results to depend on verdict regarding OBC quota breach in 57 councils. Read latest updates.
Mahayuti's poll challenges: SC OBC verdict, ally unease
Maharashtra's ruling coalition confronts Supreme Court's pending OBC reservation verdict and alliance tensions ahead of crucial local elections. Read the full analysis.
BJP to Name New UP President as 14 Posts Remain
With only 14 district unit chiefs left to be appointed, BJP prepares to announce new Uttar Pradesh president. Party considering OBC or SC face after Bihar victory for 2027 Assembly polls.
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