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Union data shows increasing beneficiaries of scholarships for OBCs in the past 5 years

sabrangindia - December 6, 2023

While the overview seems positive, a closer look at the data unveils varied trends, almost 8 states show a decrease in the number of beneficiaries

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Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority offers assistance to displaced Manipuri students

sabrangindia - December 6, 2023

Ever since the conflict flared up in Manipur in May 2023, the state has seen large-scale displacement as the violence continues. Many families, including students, have been displaced leading the government to take necessary measures to address the loss in education and safety.

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31 years after Babri Mosque demolition perpetrators in power

Shamsul Islam - December 6, 2023

The RSS-BJP government of India led by a seasoned RSS whole-timer, Narendra Modi has miserably failed in providing basic amenities, employment, education, security and...

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Displacement due to Airport Expansions? Union Response in Rajya Sabha Leaves Questions Unanswered

sabrangindia - December 6, 2023

Incomplete compensation details and land acquisition figures for airport raise concerns; lack of clarity in government responses

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MOE: Alarming dropout rates among SC, ST, and OBC students in premium institutes of India since 2018

sabrangindia - December 6, 2023

In response to a question posed by opposition MPs from BSP and DMK, in Lok Sabha, Minister of Education Subhas Sarkar, disclosed dismal statistics about the high dropout rates among students from marginalised communities

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The Israel-India-U.S. Triangle

Priti Gulati Cox - December 6, 2023

In 1981, India’s post office issued a stamp showing the flags of India and occupied Palestine flying side by side above the phrase “Solidarity with the...

India

Over 5 years, 1033 serious coal accidents reported, 717 took place in Telangana alone

sabrangindia - December 5, 2023

Data provided in Rajya Sabha showed stark decrease in allotment of funds from 2019; total fatalities in 5 years recorded at 245

Farm and Forest

Supreme Court refuses to stay amendments to forest law

sabrangindia - December 5, 2023

The amendment has been criticised by activists and tribal rights leaders to dilute existing provisions for protecting forest land and tribal livelihoods.

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