Scheduled Tribes
Government Sources Refute Rahul Gandhi's Claims on Underrepresentation of Marginalized Communities in Constitutional Bodies
Dec 11, 2025 07:51 pm CST
Government officials have challenged Rahul Gandhi's assertions regarding systematic exclusion of marginalized communities from Constitutional appointments, citing historical data showing improved representation under the current administration compared to previous UPA government. The controversy emerged following Gandhi's dissent note after a selection meeting for the Chief Information Commissioner positions.
Madhya Pradesh IAS Officer's Inflammatory Remarks Trigger Cross-Party Backlash and Caste Tensions
Dec 11, 2025 02:17 am CST
A controversial statement by IAS officer Santosh Verma has ignited political tensions in Madhya Pradesh, with his remark "No matter how many Santosh Vermas you kill, a Santosh Verma will emerge from every household" uniting BJP and Congress leaders in demands for his suspension. The government faces a delicate balancing act between addressing outrage from Brahmin organizations and avoiding alienation of tribal voters.
Manipur's Proposal to Remove 'Any Kuki Tribes' from ST List: Understanding the Controversy and Its Implications
Nov 24, 2025 01:24 am CST
The Manipur government has formally requested the removal of the 'Any Kuki Tribes' category from the state's Scheduled Tribes list, arguing it's a redundant classification that enables illegal immigration. This proposal, pending since February 2023, has been met with hesitation from the Tribal Affairs Ministry due to the region's sensitive ethnic tensions. While the state government maintains no tribes would lose ST status as they're already listed individually, the Ministry has kept the matter on hold amid ongoing Meitei-Kuki conflicts that began in May 2023. This article examines the historical context, constitutional processes, and complex tribal identity issues at the heart of this controversial proposal.
Complete Guide to Bihar Assembly Election 2025: Dates, Constituencies, and Voter Information
Oct 06, 2025 08:08 pm CST
The Bihar Assembly Election 2025 will be held in two phases on November 6 and November 11, with vote counting on November 14. This comprehensive guide provides essential information about Bihar's 243 constituencies, 90,712 polling stations, and details about the 7.43 crore registered voters. Learn about special voting arrangements, reserved constituencies, and the electoral infrastructure as the BJP-JD(U) alliance faces off against the RJD-Congress opposition in this critical state election.
Alarming 3,399% Increase: Manipur Leads India's Surge in Crimes Against Tribal Communities
Oct 01, 2025 03:57 pm CST
India witnessed a dramatic 28.7% rise in crimes against Scheduled Tribes in 2023, with Manipur accounting for 26.2% of all cases nationwide. The ethnic conflict between Meitei and Kuki-Zo communities following a High Court ruling has resulted in widespread violence, displacement, and human rights violations, highlighting critical gaps between protective legislation and ground implementation.
CBI Raids Premises Of Karnataka Ex-Minister's Relatives In Valmiki Corporation Case
Sep 16, 2025 02:00 am CST
The CBI on Monday conducted searches at 16 locations across Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh in connection with the alleged siphoning off government funds from the Karnataka Maharshi Valmiki Scheduled Tribes Development Corporation Limited (KMVSTDCL).