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Security measure ensures no untoward incident during Mahisha Utsava

Police avert Mysurua face-off between BJP and Mahisha Dasara organisers. Prohibitory orders imposed, Chamundi Hills out of bounds. Mahisha Utsava held peacefully at Town Hall to reclaim history. Speakers argued Mahisha was Buddhist king, Buddha despised by Brahmins. Jnanaprakash said Buddhism had transformative power. Event also to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar's…

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In the run-up to Telangana polls, parties weigh caste representation, reservations

Caste exerts significant influence in Indian electoral politics, permeating every aspect of the democratic process. It profoundly shapes voting patterns, with voters often aligning with candidates from their own caste or those perceived as representing their caste’s interests.

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‘RSS is destroying universities to deprive Dalits and backward communities of higher education’

R.K. Hudgi, a progressive scholar and social activist, attacked Hindutva outfits for their efforts to deny higher education to Dalits, backward communities and minorities. He was joined by Meenakshi Bali, a scholar and activist, in condemning the CUK Vice-Chancellor and faculty members for what they said attempts to communalise the…

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Lack of amenities in govt. schools forcing poor to send children to pvt. schools: High Court of Karnataka

Poor parents forced to admit children in private schools due to lack of basic facilities in govt schools: Karnataka HC.

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Violence in Manipur has been caused by the expansion of Hindutva to north-eastern India, says social activist

Shivasundar terms violence on Kukis by Meiteis in Manipur as State-sponsored terrorism. He says police presence during parading of three Kuki women naked shows death of humanity. Meiteis converted to Hinduism in 18th century & are now fighting Kukis due to Hindutva ideology. Manipur violence has active support of ruling…

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Guarantee schemes inspired by Basavanna’s egalitarian concept, says Siddaramaiah

CM Siddaramaiah celebrates Basava Jayanti, lauds Basavanna's ideals of casteless society. He says govt's guarantee schemes inspired by Basavanna's values and idealism. He spoke of Vishwa Manava and Dr. Ambedkar's views on equality. Govt schemes benefit all, irrespective of caste or religion. CM urges to practice Basavanna's ideals to establish…

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‘Witnessing such sights each day has a deep, scarring impact on the children at Manikarnika Ghat,’ says Radhika Iyengar, author of Fire on the Ganges

Radhika Iyengar's debut book, ‘Fire on the Ganges’, paints a vivid picture of the Doms of Banaras, a community whose traditional occupation is cremating corpses at the ghats. Through her research, Iyengar explores the lives of the Doms beyond the cremation ground, examining their choices, education, and attempts to break…

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National unity, a three-dimensional view

India’s national unity can be viewed as a three-dimensional construct —of castes, religions and regions. BJP has turned it into a unidimensional pursuit of Hindu consolidation in the heartland

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A time to articulate new constitutional ideas for India

It is an invitation to ask the fundamental question that Gandhi did, namely, what kind of constitution can bring good governance to India?

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Gudur MLA bats for reservation in the judiciary

A proposal seeking provision of reservation in the judiciary should be submitted to the Central government, says Gudur MLA Varaprasada Rao in the Legislative Assembly.

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As Parliament moves to new premises, PM calls for a fresh chapter free of bitter partisanship

PM Modi called on MPs to forget all past bitterness and start a new chapter. He asserted that whatever they are going to do in the new complex should be an inspiration for every citizen of the country.

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One Nation, One Election: Do States get a say in constitutional amendments? | Explained

As the ‘one nation, one election’ panel is set to examine if a constitutional amendment to facilitate simultaneous polls would have to be ratified by the States, we look at how the constitution is amended and if states get a say in the process

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Millions join Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah in reading preamble of Indian Constitution

More than 2.31 crore persons, including bank and corporate employees, had registered for reading the preamble of the Indian Constitution.

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Here are the big stories from Tamil Nadu today

Seventeen Indian fishermen arrested by Sri Lankan Navy, TN CM requests Union Minister for their release; Madras HC observes tardy investigation by CB-CID in water tank incident; VHP leader arrested for derogatory comments on Ambedkar & Thiruvalluvar; Madras HC judge refuses to recuse from hearing suo motu revision petition against…

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Former VHP leader RBVS Manian arrested for derogatory speech on Ambedkar, Thiruvalluvar

Chennai City Police arrested Manian, 76, former VP of VHP TN, for derogatory comments about Ambedkar & Thiruvalluvar. He belittled SC community & caused disturbance to public tranquility. Police registered case under SC/ST Act & IPC. He was arrested & produced before Magistrate in Saidapet Court.

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Museum dedicated to Sir Siddappa Kambali inaugurated in Hubballi

Inaug. of a museum, built in memory of Sir Siddappa Kambali, a self-made leader & Minister, in HUBBALLI. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, former CM Basavaraj Bommai & other leaders praised family members' initiative. They discussed his life, struggle, achievements & contribution. VC of KLE Technological Univ. launched website of Sir…

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Sanatana row | Congress says Sarva Dharma Sambhava is the party’s position, Kamal Nath is categorical in rejecting Udhayanidhi Stalin’s comment

Congress says Sarva Dharma Sambhava is our ideology; BJP accused us of insulting Sanatana Dharma. INDIA allies, CM Mamata Banerjee, and Priyank Kharge support DMK leader's comments, while CPI's Raja calls out RSS-BJP.

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MRPS leader Y. Bhaskar, others join BRS

Senior Madiga Reservation Porata Samithi (MRPS) leader Yathakula Bhaskar along with others joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in the presence of Minister for Finance and Health T. Harish Rao

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Don’t spoil your future by giving power to ‘anti-constitutionalists’, says Siddaramaiah

CM Siddaramaiah urges Dalit & backward-class communities not to give power to "anti-constitutionalists". He credits Ambedkar & Devaraja Urs for Constitution & social justice policies. BJP accused of reversing Urs' "land to the tiller" law & not implementing SCSP & TSP. Urges communities to understand who to give power to…

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Media should speak for the voiceless, says Mahadevappa

Media should raise voice against authoritarianism, reflect voiceless, promote equity & justice. Minister H.C. Mahadevappa urged press to uphold freedom & safeguard democracy, secularism & freedom at MDJA press day. Role models: Mahatma Gandhi & Dr. B.R. Ambedkar for scribes to create awareness & fight social injustice.

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Andhra Pradesh: Explain Ambedkar’s ideology and greatness to children, parents and teachers told

Visakhapatnam CVO Raju urges teachers and parents to explain Ambedkar's greatness and ideology to children.

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CM Jagan Mohan Reddy to inaugurate 125-ft Ambedkar statue in Vijayawada on November 26

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy will unveil the 125-foot-tall statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, which is being built at Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Memorial Park at Swarajya Maidan in Vijayawada on November 26.

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Students stage protest against university for not putting up portraits of Mahatma Gandhi, Ambedkar during flag hoisting

Students protest Gulbarga Univ. for not displaying Mahatma Gandhi & B.R. Ambedkar portraits during I-Day celebrations. VC promises enquiry & action based on report. Agitators demand Registrar's exclusion & FIR against those responsible. VC admits shortcoming & expresses regret.

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BR Ambedkar's grandson lauds Radhika Apte's portrayal of Dalit woman in 'Made in Heaven 2'

The second season of 'Made in Heaven' has been the talk of the town ever since it was dropped online last week. Read further on Dynamite News:

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Nostalgic moments as law college honours five High Court judges

Five former students of Karnataka Law Society's Raja Lakhamagouda Law College in Belagavi were felicitated by Chief Justice Prasanna Varale. The judges shared their experiences and encouraged students to work hard, read daily and not worry about the future. They also urged them to respect elders in the profession and…

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