social justice

Chennai, March 13 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin has hailed the Supreme Court verdict clarifying the determination of the non-creamy layer among Other Backward Classes as a "decisive victory" for OBC justice after years of struggle.He urged the Union Government to create additional seats...

Jaipur, March 12 Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma chaired a meeting on Thursday to review the implementation of centrally-funded schemes.He directed officials to ensure continuous monitoring of these programmes to ensure that financial progress remains on track and benefits reach...

New Delhi, March 12 The government signed an agreement with a consortium of organizations on Thursday to enhance support and opportunities for people with hearing impairments.According to an official statement, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) under the...

New Delhi, March 12 The Supreme Court has ruled that the "creamy layer" status for reservation of OBCs cannot be decided solely based on parental income, and that treating similarly placed employees of private entities and PSUs differently from government employees, when deciding on reservation...

New Delhi, March 11 A 50-member delegation met Delhi Minister Ravinder Indraj Singh on Wednesday and raised the issue of granting "Bhumidari" or ownership rights to agricultural land allotees under Section 74(4) of the Delhi Land Reforms Act, 1954.The delegation, led by Satya Narayan...

New Delhi, March 10 Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Tuesday that the aspirations of India's youth are the country's "greatest asset", emphasizing that their drive to innovate and contribute is a key strength for the nation's future.Speaking at a post-budget webinar on Divyangjan Kaushal...

Pulwama District Social Welfare Department Honours Women Achievers at Town Hall Event, Highlighting Gender Equality, Empowerment, and Vital Societal ContributionsMarch 8, Pulwama: The Pulwama District Social Welfare Department celebrated International Women's Day with great enthusiasm at the...

Bengaluru, March 10 – Karnataka Assembly Opposition Leader R. Ashok accused the state government on Tuesday of diverting funds intended for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under the SCSP and TSP components to finance its guarantee schemes. He also alleged that Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's...

New Delhi, March 10 – The Supreme Court issued a notice on Tuesday regarding a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking the implementation of the "cream layer" principle within reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs).A bench headed by Chief Justice Surya Kant, and...

Itanagar, March 9 The Arunachal Pradesh government has taken several initiatives to uplift the Puroik community and integrate them into the mainstream through welfare schemes, vocational training, and educational support. Social Justice, Empowerment and Tribal Affairs (SJETA) Minister Kento Jini...

Nashik, Mar 8 Union Minister Ramdas Athawale said on Sunday that the upcoming memorial dedicated to Lokkavi Vamandada Kardak will serve as an inspiration for future generations.Addressing a gathering at the Bhoomipujan (groundbreaking) ceremony of the memorial in Sinnar taluka, Athawale...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 8 – Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan extended warm greetings on the occasion of International Women’s Day, paying tribute to the historic struggles of women for equality, dignity, and justice while reaffirming the state government's commitment to strengthening...

New Delhi, March 8 The Indian Women's Press Corps reaffirmed its commitment to supporting safe, equitable, and empowering spaces for women in media on the occasion of International Women's Day.In a statement, the association of women journalists said that on this day, they celebrate the...

Thiruvananthapuram, March 8 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan on Sunday emphasized that women's progress is the progress of society, and this vision must guide the state's collective path forward.Extending his greetings on International Women's Day, he said Kerala honors the historic...

New Delhi, March 8 President Droupadi Murmu extended her best wishes to everyone on International Women's Day and called on the citizens to create an environment where the aspirations and achievements of women shape a more equitable future.In a post on X, President Murmu said, "Warm greetings...

In Jammu and Kashmir, Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha has greeted the women of Jammu and Kashmir on the occasion of International Women's Day, which is being celebrated today. An Akashvani Jammu correspondent reports that in his message on this occasion, the LG has said, "On the occasion of...

Mysuru (Karnataka), March 7 Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said on Saturday that the allegation that the state government has excessively increased borrowing is far from the truth and maintained that the objective of this year’s Budget is to provide equal opportunities to people from all...

Chennai, March 7 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin greeted women across the state on the occasion of International Women's Day, which will be celebrated on Sunday, and reaffirmed the DMK government's commitment to strengthening women's rights, welfare, and economic independence.In his...

Mumbai, March 6 – The Maharashtra government announced a farm loan waiver of up to ₹2 lakh in the 2026-27 budget, along with measures for river-linking projects, women empowerment, youth development, healthcare, and strengthening social welfare schemes.Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis...

Bhopal, March 6 – As the Madhya Pradesh Employees Selection Board (MPESB), formerly known as 'Vyapam', is set to conduct exams for the recruitment of forest guards on April 7, the opposition Congress, on Friday, criticised the Bharatiya Janata Party-led state government for not "reserving" seats...