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Manmohan Singh Posthumous Exoneration

There is an old saying that courts pronounce judgments, but history delivers the final verdict. Every now and then, however, history requires the assistance of a court to set...

Survey: Gujarat tops in ‘supporting’ digital surveillance to curb opposition, protests

In a surprise revelation, which may send shock wave...

Hot on the heels of the violence of Ram Navami, MHA issues advisory to states to ensure law and order during Hanuman Jayanti celebration

As Bengal recoups with the many incidents of violence, Calcutta HC directs Mamata Government to use other forces if police incapable of handling the situation

Maharashtra interfaith committee to submit report by end April

State Minister, Mangal Prabhat Lodha also spoke on the ‘Bhaichara committees’ at police stations which need to meet frequently to quell communal tensions

Bulldozers raze down ‘illegal’ Indore temple days after Ram Navmi tragedy

Image: NDTVFour days after the stepwell roof collapse at...

Exclusion, Karnataka: Muslims out, Christians & Jains eligible for Backward Class Quota

In an order dated March 27, the Bharatiya Janata Party government in Karnataka has reclassified the definition of ‘backward classes’ for reservations, excluding Muslims from eligibility. While Muslims have been pointedly exclude, Jains (Digamabaras) and Christians remain eligible for the reservations

UP: Sonbhadra district directs govt teachers to partake in Ram Navami celebration

The teachers have been directed to go to temples and read Ramayana chapters

SAHMAT pays tribute to Artist Vivan Sundaram

As a founding trustee of the collective, SAHMAT, Vivan Sundaram curated several exhibitions on current politics for the collective

Lok Sabha Restores Lakshadweep MP Mohammed Faizal’s Membership just ahead of Supreme Court hearing

Though his conviction had been suspended by the court two months and four days ago, this action comes now only when the parliamentarian’s challenge to the Lok Sabha Secretariat is to be heard by the Supreme Court

Indian artist Vivan Sundaram passes away, leaving behind an enduring legacy of socially conscious art

He was known for his visionary work rooted in social justice. His legacy will continue to inspire generations of artists and audiences alike.

Finally Dalit Christians in SC list, Valmikis as STs: YSR Jagan Reddy in Andhra

With these state government resolutions, Jagan pushes ahead with outreach to the marginalised; both groups backed the YSRCP to the hilt in the 2019 elections; Andhra CM also assures other tribal groups that inclusion of Valmikis won’t affect existing quotas.

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