social justice

Lucknow, February 23 – Prominent Muslim clerics in India have strongly condemned the Taliban's new penal code in Afghanistan, which reportedly legalizes domestic violence, calling it a blatant misuse of religion and a violation of Islamic principles. The law, which allows husbands to beat their...

New Delhi, February 23 – The Taliban’s new domestic violence code, which allows women to be beaten as long as their bones do not break, has sparked widespread outrage in India. Critics describe it as an “attack on basic human dignity” and a chilling reminder of the dangers when power and...

Bengaluru, February 23 Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara accused the opposition on Monday of "unnecessarily" fueling the debate over a Dalit Chief Minister to divert attention from governance.He asserted that only the Congress has the commitment to elevate a Dalit leader to the top...

Meerut (UP), February 22 The Congress said on Sunday that the issues raised during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's address in Meerut diverted attention from the real concerns of the public, including employment, inflation, farmers' income, education, and social justice.State Congress...

Bengaluru, February 22 Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy launched a sharp counterattack on Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Sunday, asserting that his charge that the CM had “dragged caste into the picture for the sake of a chair” was made in all seriousness and not in jest.Responding to...

Bengaluru, February 22 Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah asserted on Sunday that the Congress has a proven track record of elevating leaders from various communities to the post of Chief Minister, and expressed confidence that a Dalit leader would also rise to the top position through the...

BJP Bengaluru, February 22 Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah asserted on Sunday that the Congress remains firmly committed to social justice, both in principle and practice."The Congress is a party committed to social justice. This ideological commitment has been demonstrated not merely...

Bengaluru, February 21 Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Saturday expressed serious concerns about financial difficulties, low enrolment rates, and the lack of scientific awareness in universities, urging Vice-Chancellors to uphold their constitutional responsibilities beyond...

Today marks the observance of World Social Justice Day. This day is dedicated to addressing critical global issues such as poverty, discrimination, gender inequality, and unemployment. The United Nations designated this day in 2007 to promote the values of fairness, human rights, and social...

Jammu, February 19 – J&K Chief Minister Omar Abdullah announced that the regularization of daily-rated workers will begin in a phased, structured, and transparent manner starting from the next financial year.During the Assembly discussion on Demands for Grants, the Chief Minister stated that...

Ahmedabad, February 19 The implementation of the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in Gujarat will create a "progressive and equality-based legal framework," retired Supreme Court Judge Ranjana Desai said on Thursday.She is the chairperson of the high-level committee set up on February 4 last year by...

Mumbai, February 18 A child raised exclusively by her mother cannot be compelled to carry her father's name, surname, and caste simply because a format once demanded it, the Bombay High Court has said while permitting a girl to change her name and caste in school records.Justices Vibha...

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, inaugurated a new souvenir shop at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre in New Delhi. The shop has been established to showcase and sell selected souvenirs, books, handmade products, and other items inspired by the life and...

New Delhi, February 17 – NHRC Secretary General Bharat Lal urged young interns to develop sensitivity and evolve as model citizens who are aware of their rights and duties.Speaking to 71 interns at the conclusion of their two-week Online Short-Term Internship Programme, he asked them to...

Patna, February 17 – On the 38th death anniversary of Bharat Ratna Karpoori Thakur, Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) National Working President Tejashwi Prasad Yadav said that Karpoori Thakur’s ideas and aspirations must be carried from Bihar to Delhi and reach every household in the country...

Bengaluru, February 17 A delegation led by Karnataka Minister K H Muniyappa met Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot on Tuesday and submitted a memorandum seeking approval for the Internal Reservation Bill for Scheduled Castes.The delegation, which included Excise Minister R B Thimmapur, MLAs, MLCs...

Amaravati, February 17 The Andhra Pradesh High Court has affirmed that awarding maintenance to a separated wife is not charity, but a right, whose enforcement is essential to uphold equity, justice, and good conscience.Upholding a family court's order awarding Rs 7,500 per month maintenance to...

Thiruvananthapuram, February 17 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan said that states across India were facing growing fiscal constraints while their responsibilities in public service delivery and development were expanding, emphasizing the need for predictability and fairness in...

New Delhi, February 17 – Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan led the nation in paying tributes to Bharat Ratna awardee and former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur on his death anniversary, remembering him as a true leader who dedicated his life to social justice and public service.In a post...

Srinagar, February 15 National Conference (NC) president Farooq Abdullah said on Sunday that social justice and equitable development are the cornerstones of the party's ideology.In keeping with this spirit, the government led by Chief Minister Omar Abdullah is steadily working to ensure...