HC Notice on Illegal SC List Inclusion in Uttarakhand
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.
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Ex-CJI Gavai defends SC creamy layer verdict, questions critics
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 HC dismisses appeal on ST Lambada certificates
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.
Nanded: Woman marries murdered boyfriend's body for justice
In a tragic act of defiance, Aanchal Mamidwar performed marriage rituals on her murdered partner Saksham Tate in Nanded. Her family, arrested for the honour killing, now faces her quest for justice.
Massive Tribal Protest in Silchar Over ST Status Proposal
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.
Weekend Power Cuts Planned for Bengaluru's Whitefield, Soladevanahalli
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.
Prayagraj Voter Digitization Reaches 83.85% Under SIR
Prayagraj district digitizes 83.85% of 46.92 lakh voter forms. Rural constituencies outperform urban seats. Draft electoral roll publication set for December 16. Read the latest update.
Crimes Against SC/ST Fall 28% in Rajasthan
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 Network Issues During Scheduled Maintenance
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.
Telangana HC Won't Intervene in Gram Panchayat Election Process
Telangana High Court cites constitutional bar under Article 243-O, refuses to stop gram panchayat elections despite petitions on flawed seat reservations. Get the full legal details here.
MP's Unlisted Villages Deprive SCs of Govt Schemes
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.
Elephant Carcasses Found in Tamil Nadu Forest Near AP Border
Two adult elephants and a calf discovered dead in a Vellore private forest. A special investigation team is working to determine the cause of death in this critical interstate corridor. Read the latest details.
Assam ST Status Groups Seek Urgent Tripartite Meeting
Six communities in Assam demand urgent tripartite talks with Centre and state to resolve Scheduled Tribe status deadlock. Protests escalate, impacting daily life.
Calcutta HC: SC/ST benefits remain after upgrade to general
Calcutta High Court ruled that reserved category candidates who score above cut-off and are upgraded to general category retain their original category benefits. Justice Amrita Sinha's key decision explained.
Allahabad HC: SC benefits lost on conversion to Christianity
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.
Calcutta HC Rules on Reserved Category Benefits Post-Upgrade
Calcutta High Court clarifies that reserved category candidates retain their benefits even if upgraded to general seats. Key ruling impacts SSC and SLST exams. Read the full details.
Allahabad HC Mandates SC Status Verification for Converts
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.
SC Commission to Act on Every Missed Call Complaint
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.
Assam's Tribal Status Promise in Lok Sabha Polls
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.
Woman marries corpse after family kills boyfriend in Maharashtra
In a shocking honour killing case, a Maharashtra woman performed marriage rituals with her boyfriend's corpse after her father and brothers murdered him. The tragic incident highlights caste violence.
Inter-caste love tragedy: Girl weds murdered boyfriend
In a heartbreaking incident in Nanded, a teenage girl performed wedding rituals with her murdered boyfriend's body after her family allegedly killed him over their inter-caste relationship. Read the full story.
9 Booked for Ostracising Family Over Inter-Caste Marriage
Ganjam police register case against 9 including village head for allegedly ostracising additional tehsildar's family over inter-caste marriage. Community denies allegations.
Minister: Congress brought SCSP/TSP funds and gobbled it
Karnataka Food Minister alleges Congress misused Dalit and tribal funds. SCSP/TSP Act implementation failed, leaving communities deprived. Read the full investigation.
Bageshwar SC families fear mining damage to homes
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.
New SC Scholarship Scheme: ₹8 Lakh Income Cap, 1900 Slots
Central government introduces Top Class Scholarship for SC students 2025-26. Covers studies beyond Class 12 in premier institutions. Check eligibility and apply now!
Updated SC Scholarship Guidelines for 2024-25 Released
The Ministry of Social Justice revamps the Top Class Scholarship for SC students with higher financial aid, direct transfers, and stricter institutional norms for 2024-25. Learn about the new benefits.
BJP Demands Introspection After Ghatshila Defeat
Senior BJP leaders in Jharkhand call for serious introspection after party's Ghatshila bypoll defeat. Learn about the tribal vote challenge and future strategy.
CJI Gavai's Tenure Sees Historic Judicial Appointments
As CJI B.R. Gavai demits office, his tenure is marked by the appointment of 21 judges from Backward Classes and Scheduled Castes. Explore the details of this significant shift in the Indian judiciary.
CJI Gavai on creamy layer verdict backlash, retirement
Outgoing CJI B R Gavai reveals facing severe criticism from his community for the SC sub-classification verdict. He emphasizes logic over politics and reflects on key judicial principles in his farewell address.
Bihar 2025 Polls: AIMIM Women Vote, BJP Low Turnout Wins
Bihar Assembly Elections 2025 reveal AIMIM's success in high women turnout constituencies while BJP sweeps low voter participation seats. Analysis shows voter deletion patterns affecting results.
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