demographic change
Naga Tribes Alert PM Modi About Illegal Migrants Claiming Ancestral Lands in Manipur
Dec 05, 2025 12:09 am CST
Four Naga tribes in Manipur have jointly appealed to Prime Minister Modi regarding illegal migration threatening their ancestral lands and cultural identity. The Joint Tribes Council claims unauthorized settlements linked to deforestation and opium cultivation are encroaching on indigenous territories, with militant groups now demanding separate administration in traditionally Naga areas.
South Korea's Growing Funeral Industry Responds to Aging Population and Lonely Deaths
Nov 03, 2025 02:24 pm CST
South Korea's funeral industry is expanding rapidly as the country faces demographic challenges with an aging population and increasing single-person households. Young professionals are training as funeral directors while specialized cleaners handle the aftermath of "lonely deaths" - reflecting profound social changes in a nation with the highest suicide rate among developed countries.
Jammu and Kashmir CM Omar Abdullah Rejects PDP's Controversial Land Rights Bill Amid Political Tensions
Oct 29, 2025 01:54 am CST
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah has rejected the PDP's proposed land rights bill, calling it a measure that would benefit land mafia rather than legitimate residents. The bill, which sought to grant ownership rights to those living on state land for over 20 years, was defeated in the Assembly amid praise from BJP leaders who labeled it a "land jihad bill." The National Conference government plans to introduce an alternative bill for legitimate J&K occupants in the next budget session.
Yogi Adityanath Warns Against Political Islam's Threat to India's Demographic Composition at RSS Event
Oct 22, 2025 04:40 pm CST
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath addressed the threat of "political Islam" during RSS centenary celebrations in Gorakhpur, highlighting historical resistance and contemporary challenges including illegal religious conversions and Halal certification misuse. He warned that Rs 25,000 crore collected through Halal certification is being diverted to terrorism and conversion activities, while criticizing opposition leader Akhilesh Yadav for his stance against traditional Hindu celebrations.
Himanta Sarma Predicts Miya-Muslims Will Become Largest Community in Assam's Next Census
Oct 11, 2025 02:42 am CST
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma forecasts that Bengali-speaking Muslims will constitute 38% of the state's population in the upcoming census, making them the largest demographic group. The BJP government plans to introduce legislative measures to protect indigenous communities amid concerns about changing demographics and land encroachment across the state.
The Legal Complexity of Aadhaar Cards as Voter ID: Implications for Citizenship and Electoral Rights in India
Oct 06, 2025 04:44 pm CST
This article examines the Supreme Court's controversial directive allowing Aadhaar cards for voter identification in Bihar, despite the Election Commission's objections. It explores the distinction between identity verification and citizenship determination, analyzing the legal frameworks governing voting rights in India. The piece highlights significant concerns about illegal migration in northeastern states and border areas, where Aadhaar cardholders sometimes exceed population estimates, raising critical questions about national security, citizenship verification, and the integrity of India's electoral process.
Assam Congress Lodges Police Complaint Over BJP's AI Video On Illegal Migrants
Sep 19, 2025 02:28 am CST
The main opposition party in Assam, the Congress, has lodged a complaint with the Guwahati police against the BJP state unit over an AI video that was posted on its official social media handles.