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Ex-Minister Antony Raju Sentenced to 3 Years in Jail

Former Kerala transport minister Antony Raju convicted for evidence tampering in a 1990 drug case, leading to disqualification as MLA. Read the full details of the verdict and its implications.

Kerala Ruling Front MLA Convicted in 1990 Case

Kerala MLA P V Anvar convicted for tampering with evidence in a 1990 attempt to murder case. The verdict could lead to his disqualification from the assembly. Read the full details.

Brahmin Strength in UP BJP: Data Debunks Marginalisation Claims

An analysis of UP BJP's organisational and cabinet composition shows Brahmins hold 20% of key posts, thrice their population share. OBCs dominate the party's core, while a delicate Brahmin-Thakur balance is maintained. Explore the caste calculus.

SC's 2026 Docket: Religion, Citizenship, Liberty Cases

The Supreme Court shifts focus from 2025's off-court controversies to a pivotal 2026 calendar packed with landmark cases on religious freedom, citizenship laws, and fundamental rights. Explore the key legal battles ahead.

Court rejects plea against NCP's Dhananjay Munde

A Beed court dismissed a case filed by a woman claiming to be Dhananjay Munde's first wife, alleging concealment in his 2024 election papers. The court found no prima facie case. Read the full details.

Caste, Region in Focus for UP Cabinet Expansion

Caste equations and regional representation are key as UP CM Yogi Adityanath expands his cabinet. Western UP likely to gain, with Bhupendra Chowdhary, Ashok Kataria in contention. Read more.

Shia Board Demands Political Quotas, Opposes UCC

The All-India Shia Personal Law Board demands political representation, stronger anti-lynching laws, and a review of UCC. Read their key resolutions from the Lucknow convention.

India's Constitutional DEI Roots vs. Global Debate

Explore how India's constitutional commitment to inclusion predates the modern DEI debate, creating a unique conflict between privilege and representation. Understand the historical context.

Malekudiya Tribe's Historic Meet Demands Political Voice, Rights

In a landmark gathering at Kuthlur, the Malekudiya community has demanded separate political representation in GPs and protection of their cultural heritage. The meet also called for full implementation of the Forest Rights Act-2006 in Karnataka. Read the

1,329 PCMC Polling Staff Get Show-Cause Notices

Pimpri Chinchwad Municipal Commissioner issues notices to 1,329 election staff for missing compulsory training. Officials warn of action for violating election laws. Read more.

SC Stays NCP MLA Kokate's Conviction, Saves MLA Post

Supreme Court grants partial relief to NCP MLA Manikrao Kokate, staying his conviction in a fraud case only to prevent his disqualification from the Maharashtra assembly. Read the full details.

Bombay HC suspends ex-minister Kokate's sentence

Bombay High Court suspends NCP politician Manikrao Kokate's 2-year jail term in a 30-year-old EWS quota cheating case but refuses to stay his conviction, triggering disqualification concerns. Read the full details.

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