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DC Edit | The battle over Ambedkar’s legacy mainly for dalit votes

The political slugfest that is on nationally and which led to a day in the Winter Session becoming its worst in India’s parliamentary history may be owed to the facetious comments the home minister Amit Shah made on the floor. Ambedkar is no less than a god to his followers who constitute about 17 per cent of India’s 968 million …

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3 days, 2 hours ago

Ministry responds to The Hindu report; to release OBC fellowship funds soon

The Hindu

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment will soon release overdue funds for National Fellowship for Other Backward Classes research scholars. Research scholars under the NFOBC have faced delays in disbursal of their fellowship funds by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The scheme is designed to provide a total number of 1,000 Junior Research Fellowships per year to …

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5 days, 14 hours ago

Modi government launched several welfare schemes to realise Ambedkar's vision for poor: Details

India TV News

Dr BR Ambedkar, the architect of India’s Constitution, envisioned a society that promotes social and economic equality, particularly for the marginalised and backward classes. The government of India has undertaken several impactful initiatives to empower Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes communities, focusing on education, economic development, social welfare, and legal protections. • The National SC/ST Hub aims to enhance the …

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5 days, 23 hours ago

OBC research scholars in the lurch as govt chokes fund flow

The Hindu

Research scholars under the National Fellowship for Other Backward Classes have been put in a lurch due to persistent delays in disbursal of their fellowship funds by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment. The All-India Research Scholar Association in a letter dated December 6, 2024, has written to Amit Yadav, Secretary, Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, to address …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Defense pick, says allowing gay troops to serve openly reflects a Marxist agenda

CNN

CNN — Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for secretary of defense, has repeatedly criticized policies allowing gay people to serve openly in the US military, calling them part of a “Marxist” agenda to prioritize social justice over combat readiness. Hegseth criticized policies allowing gay people to serve openly in the US military Pete Hegseth, the nominee to become Secretary …

Social Justice Defense Women Military Trump Social Policy Combat

1 week, 4 days ago

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin honour Periyar's legacy in Vaikom Satyagraha

India Today

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin emphasised the need to continue Periyar’s legacy by fighting caste and gender inequalities during the inauguration of the renovated Thanthai Periyar Memorial and Periyar Library at Vaikom, Kottayam, in Kerala. Addressing the public event held to mark the valedictory function of the centenary celebrations of the Vaikom Satyagraha, a movement that saw the active …

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3 weeks, 4 days ago

CM Hemant Soren: Jharkhand's voice of unity, justice

New Indian Express

RANCHI: Ahead of his swearing-in as the 14th Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren shared a post on X, declaring, “Today will be a historic day – a day that will further strengthen our collective struggle, the spirit of love and brotherhood, and the commitment of us Jharkhandis towards justice." The JMM is moving ahead every day, carrying the same …

Social Justice Jharkhand

3 weeks, 5 days ago

Telangana caste census 'Social Justice 3.0' by Congress, says Chief Minister

India Today

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy declared that the ongoing caste census in the state represented the “third social justice movement” under the Congress Party's leadership. The second phase, or “Social Justice 2.0”, brought voting rights to 18-year-olds and implemented the Mandal Commission recommendations during Rajiv Gandhi’s tenure. The CM emphasised that this data would help ensure equitable representation, “following …

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3 weeks, 5 days ago

75th Constitution Day Updates: PM Modi Addresses SC Event, Says Constitution Fully Implemented In J&K

News 18

Constitution Day Live Updates: Preamble Reading Took Place In The Prime Minister's Office Today, on Constitution Day, Preamble reading took place in the Prime Minister’s Office. It’s the power of the constitution, that today, in Jammu & Kashmir, Babasaheb Ambedkar’s Constitution is fully implemented.” Constitution Day Live Updates: Have Made My Statement Well Within My Rights Given By The Constitution, …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

Caste census will be social justice 3.0: CM

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said a nationwide caste census will be the third great movement for social justice, and would be achieved under the Congress’ leadership in the coming days, his demand being bolstered the caste census nearly reaching its conclusion. Revanth Reddy described Social Justice 1.0 as the introduction of reservations for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes …

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3 weeks, 6 days ago

92 per cent work of Telangana caste survey completed: Revanth

Deccan Chronicle

New Delhi: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said on Tuesday that 92 per cent of the caste survey work in his state has been done and asserted that the Congress is completing the task of providing social justice.Addressing the party's 'Samvidhan Rakshak Abhiyaan' at the Talkatora Stadium here, Reddy highlighted that through the Constitution, the poor were given reservation, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

India’s Economic Inequality Crisis: How Elite Development Models Failed the Nation

The Hindu

Published : Nov 09, 2024 19:05 IST - 30 MINS READ On June 4, 2005, the venerated business house of the Tatas signed an agreement to set up a steel plant in Bastar, Chhattisgarh. “The major beneficiaries of the government’s largesse”, the Press Trust of India reported at the time, were “big corporate entities like Reliance Industries, Essar Steel and …

Education India Policy Social Justice Tamil Nadu Social Kerala

1 month, 2 weeks ago

India Bloc Manifesto Offers Freebies to Counter BJP's Promises in Jharkhand Assembly Elections

The Hindu

The India bloc has released its manifesto for the Jharkhand Assembly election, outlining seven guarantees to counter the Bharatiya Janata Party's poll promises. These guarantees include 1932 Khatiyan policy, reservation of jobs for locals, recognition of Sarna religious code, increased reservation of Other Backward Classes, health insurance, education, and farmers' minimum support price.

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Supreme Court Upheld the UP Madarsa Education Act, 2004, but Found It Promotes Substantive Equality of Minority Community

Live Law

The Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional validity of the Uttar Pradesh Board of Madarsa Education Act, 2004, except to the extent it regulated higher education degrees. The Court observed that the Act promoted the substantive equality of the minority community by regulating the standard of education imparted by the recognised Madarsas and conducting examinations and conferring certificates to students, …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Family Roots Fuel Kamala Harris's Political Journey

Hindustan Times

Kamala Harris's maternal grandfather, PV Gopalan, was born in Thulasendrapuram, Tamil Nadu, India. He was a senior government official and later a diplomat for the Indian government. Harris's mother, Shyamala Gopalan, grew up mostly away from the village and eventually went to the US for higher education. Her heritage is important to her, and she cherishes her family's activism and …

Politics Family Social Justice Heritage

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Fahad Ahmad: My Focus is on Ensuring Fundamental Rights for the People

Hindustan Times

Fahad Ahmad, a NCP candidate, emphasizes his focus on ensuring fundamental rights for the people in his electoral campaign against Sana Malik. He highlights the neglect of the sitting MLA and aims to improve basic amenities such as water, education, and skill development for the residents of Tata Nagar.

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

BRS Ignored Underprivileged Students' Welfare: Mallu Bhatti

New Indian Express

Telangana DyCM Mallu Bhatti has accused the BRS government of neglecting the underprivileged by raising charges for students of welfare hostels and residential schools. He claims that the Congress government has raised diet and cosmetics charges by 40% for students of welfare hostels and residential schools while the BRS government has neglected this section during its 10-year rule. This will …

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

TVK Demands Revival of Sri Lankan Tamils, Calls for Referendum on Foreign Policy

Deccan Chronicle

TVK criticizes the BJP government's 'one nation, one election' plan, calling it anti-democratic. The party demands the revival of the Sri Lankan Tamils issue, the completion of the caste survey, and the protection of linguistic rights. TVK also opposes attempts to saffronize Tamil heritage and impose a third language in the state.

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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thousands Rally for Abortion Rights and Other Feminist Causes Ahead of US Polls

India Today

Thousands of women rallied in Washington, D.C., and across the country to support abortion rights and other feminist causes ahead of the upcoming US election. The demonstrations, which took place at the Women's March and other locations, featured speakers and activists advocating for various causes, including abortion rights, LGBTQ+ rights, higher wages, paid sick leave, and gun control.

Politics Law Women's Rights Social Justice

1 month, 2 weeks ago

Miles de personas se manifestan en Buenos Aires en la primera marcha del orgullo gay de la era Milei

Associated Press

La 33ra marcha del orgullo gay de Buenos Aires reúne miles de personas en un ambiente colorido. El evento, que contó con la participación de representantes de países bajo el nombre Diplomáticos por la Igualdad, aboga por la defensa de los derechos humanos y la igualdad de las comunidades LGBTIQ+. Sin embargo, el gobierno ha retirado su apoyo al evento, …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Bridging the Education Gap: A Pathway to Economic Prosperity and Social Progress

Hindustan Times

The article emphasizes the importance of addressing the education gap to ensure that every child has the opportunity to reach their full potential. It highlights the relationship between education and employment opportunities, and how access to quality education is crucial for breaking the cycle of limited opportunities. The article outlines various strategies to bridge the education gap, including early education, …

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Activists and Environmentalists Demand Review of Musi River Project

Deccan Chronicle

Activists and environmentalists in Hyderabad urge an immediate review of the Musi Riverfront Development Project. The project has been criticized for its rapid pace and demolitions that have displaced low-income residents. The activists demand that the natural flow of the Musi be protected by controlling pollution rather than pushing commercial development. They also call for an end to forced evictions …

Environment Law Social Justice Water Resources Hyderabad

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Meet the religious leaders shaping the next generation of social justice activism

NPR

Meet the religious leaders shaping the next generation of social justice activism toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Most public policy lecture halls do not echo with call-and-response Gospel hymns. Sponsor Message “To stand outside of the doors of that church and see the state capital right in front of you,” he says, “I don't think there's a more profound image. …

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Harris Uses Protests to Rally Supporters and Counter Trump's Rhetoric in Final Weeks of Campaign

Associated Press

Vice President Kamala Harris is trying a new strategy late in the campaign to turn what would otherwise be awkward interactions into moments of energy used to rally her supporters and subtly drive her message against her Republican opponent, Donald Trump. At all three of the Democratic nominee’s rallies on Wednesday — in North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin — pro-Palestinian …

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DC Edit | The battle over Ambedkar’s legacy mainly for dalit votes

Ministry responds to The Hindu report; to release OBC fellowship funds soon

Modi government launched several welfare schemes to realise Ambedkar's vision for poor: Details

OBC research scholars in the lurch as govt chokes fund flow

Pete Hegseth, Trump’s Defense pick, says allowing gay troops to serve openly reflects a Marxist agenda

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister MK Stalin honour Periyar's legacy in Vaikom Satyagraha

CM Hemant Soren: Jharkhand's voice of unity, justice

Telangana caste census 'Social Justice 3.0' by Congress, says Chief Minister

75th Constitution Day Updates: PM Modi Addresses SC Event, Says Constitution Fully Implemented In J&K

Caste census will be social justice 3.0: CM

92 per cent work of Telangana caste survey completed: Revanth

India’s Economic Inequality Crisis: How Elite Development Models Failed the Nation

India Bloc Manifesto Offers Freebies to Counter BJP's Promises in Jharkhand Assembly Elections

Supreme Court Upheld the UP Madarsa Education Act, 2004, but Found It Promotes Substantive Equality of Minority Community

Family Roots Fuel Kamala Harris's Political Journey

Fahad Ahmad: My Focus is on Ensuring Fundamental Rights for the People

BRS Ignored Underprivileged Students' Welfare: Mallu Bhatti

TVK Demands Revival of Sri Lankan Tamils, Calls for Referendum on Foreign Policy

Thousands Rally for Abortion Rights and Other Feminist Causes Ahead of US Polls

Miles de personas se manifestan en Buenos Aires en la primera marcha del orgullo gay de la era Milei

Bridging the Education Gap: A Pathway to Economic Prosperity and Social Progress

Activists and Environmentalists Demand Review of Musi River Project

Meet the religious leaders shaping the next generation of social justice activism

Harris Uses Protests to Rally Supporters and Counter Trump's Rhetoric in Final Weeks of Campaign