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Periyar: Caste, Nation and Socialism

Periyar: Caste, Nation and Socialism published by People’s Literature Publications, Mumbai is a fascinating conversation between S V Rajadurai and Vidya Bhushan Rawat which brings out numerous hitherto unknown...

SC decision quashing ST reservation reflects Manuwadi mindset: Review petition 

The petition filed by social organisations and activists states that the reservation will undo the wrong that has been meted out to the oppressed for centuries

Scientist and socio-political activist Dr. Swati passes away

She had worked extensively with Dalits, Adivasis, farmers and workers all the while championing scientific temper as well

Delhi HC directs action against police under SC/ST Act, for not registering FIR of Dalit man

The court observed that the man ran from pillar to post for justice and the police did not do its duty

No reservation in promotions without adequate representation: SC

The Orissa High Court had quashed the resolution for not having legal basis, and same has been upheld by the SC

Covid-19: What is India going to do about the Racism and Communalism epidemic that plagues it?

People from the minority communities are being targeted and treated as second class citizens amidst the pandemic

Whither Article 15?

Article 15 of The Constitution Of India 1949 prohibits discrimination on grounds of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth. But in practice… 

Reading Dr. Ambedkar’s Who Were The Shudras

The Spirit of History, The Spirit of Justice, The Spirit of Generosity

Remembering Jyotiba Phule, on His 189th Birth Anniversary, April 11

First Published on: January 13, 2016 Remembering Jyotiba Phule, on...

Ambedkarie Engineers Body express solidarity with Dr Anand Teltumbde

A plethora of statements expressing solidarity and support has come in for Professor Anand Teltumbde. Here is one issued by the Ambedkarite Engineers:

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From an octagenarian…still young at heart

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Gauhati High Court questions allotment of 3000 Bighas of land to private cement company in Assam

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A Satirical Imperative Request (SIR) to the CEC of India

Cyrus Behramji Puranafurniturewala is a fictional veteran of antique wooden craftwork. He toys with teak and rosewood, varnish and paint, and pokes his nose where it does not belong. He writes an imaginary, satirical letter to the CEC of India urging him to simplify the citizen identification exercise and to conduct it nationwide.

All Assam Tribal Sangha calls for boycott of BJP Assam chief over ‘anti-tribal’ remarks

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