social justice

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...

New Delhi, March 5 The Jawaharlal Nehru University Teachers' Association (JNUTA) wrote an open letter to Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday, seeking clarification on the Centre's position regarding alleged controversial remarks on caste made by JNU Vice-Chancellor Santishree...

Amaravati, March 4 – The opposition YSR Congress Party demanded the sacking of Andhra Pradesh Agriculture Minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu on Wednesday for his remarks in the Legislative Council targeting Chairman K. Moshenu Raju based on his religion.Leader of the opposition in the Council...

Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Virendra Kumar stated on Monday that the growing problem of drug abuse cannot be addressed solely by the central and state governments, emphasizing the need for collective social and spiritual participation to effectively combat the menace...

Bengaluru, March 4 – The National Federation of Indian Women (NFIW), Karnataka unit, has urged the Congress-led government in the state to continue the re-survey of former Devadasis in a comprehensive, appropriate, and just manner.The Devadasi system is an ancient practice that is culturally...

Bengaluru, March 4 – The Karnataka unit of the BJP accused the Congress government of diverting funds meant for Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes under the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCSP) and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) on Wednesday, and called on senior Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in...

Chennai, March 1 – Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended warm birthday greetings to Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president M.K. Stalin on the occasion of his 73rd birthday, wishing him a long and healthy life.In a message posted on the social media platform X, the Prime Minister said...

Chennai, March 1 Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK President M.K. Stalin will celebrate his 73rd birthday on Sunday, with the day's events reflecting both personal reverence and political symbolism as the state moves closer to the assembly election season.The Chief Minister is scheduled to...