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‘Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: Now and Then is about assertion of the marginalised and a new Bahujan feminist gaze’

In the latest reported incident of atrocities towards people from the Bahujan community, a group of Dalit and OBC students were forced to clean the septic tank at the Morarji Desai residential school in Kolar district. The principal and a few staff were arrested following the incident.

The Hindu

Prakash Ambedkar hints at entry into Opposition alliance in Maharashtra

Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) chief Prakash Ambedkar hints at imminent entry into MVA, but INDIA bloc doors remain shut.

The Hindu

Pained by attempts to 'demean' constitutional institutions, says Vice-President Dhankhar

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar urges people to heed BR Ambedkar's words and take inspiration from his life to respect constitutional institutions.

The Hindu

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Manusmriti set on fire to commemorate Ambedkar’s 1927 resistance to oppression and exploitation of people

Dalit activists burn Manusmriti in Kalaburagi to commemorate Dr. Ambedkar's 1927 public burning of the Hindu religious text.

The Hindu

‘People lack awareness on Constitution even 73 years after its adoption’

“Despite 73 years since the adoption of the Constitution, most people are unaware of the provisions. They are not aware of their rights and duties. It is like illiteracy that needs to be addressed on a priority basis,” said Appagere Somashekhar, Kannada professor at Central University of Karnataka

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Cyclone Michaung: Eight lives lost, crops in nearly 11 lakh acres damaged in Andhra Pradesh

Eight lives were lost—four in Visakhapatnam, three in East Godavari and one in Annamayya districts—and crops in nearly 11 lakh acres were damaged during the Cyclone Michaung in Andhra Pradesh, said a presentation made to the Central team headed by National Institute of Disaster Management (NIDM) Executive Director Rajendra Ratnoo…

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Chief Minister to open Ambedkar Smriti Vanam in Vijayawada on January 20

CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy to inaugurate Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Smriti Vanam in Vijayawada on Jan 20. 125-ft Ambedkar statue erected. Memorial museum, canteen, landscapes, convention centre, mini theatre, walkway, fountains being developed. Officials directed to complete remaining works.

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Telangana | BJP to boycott MLAs oath taking ceremony in protest

G. Kishan Reddy confirms BJP MLAs won't take oath in the State Legislative Assembly on Saturday in protest of Congress appointing Majlis Party leader Akbaruddin Owaisi as pro-term speaker. BJP demands election of permanent speaker by someone else & will complain to Governor to halt procedure.

The Hindu

Dr. Ambedkar’s death anniversary celebrated across North Karnataka

B.R. Ambedkar’s death anniversary or Mahaparinirvana Divas was observed across North Karnataka on Wednesday.

The Hindu

Rich tribute paid to B.R. Ambedkar 67th Mahaparinirvana Divas

On the 67th Mahaparinirvana Divas (death anniversary) of the architect of Indian Constitution B.R. Ambedkar, rich tributes were paid to the great leader through various programmes across the districts of Dharwad, Haveri, Gadag and Uttara Kannada on Wednesday.

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67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar observed in Kalaburagi

“The philosophy of B.R. Ambedkar to provide equal educational and employment opportunities for downtrodden sections in society will remain a dream unless the nation focuses towards achieving his vision,” said Panditaradhya Shivacharya swami of Hosadurga.

The Hindu

Ambedkar Porata Samithi urges the government to implement the SC sub-plan

On the occasion of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar's death anniversary, Soru Sambayya, president of Ambedkar Porata Samiti, asked govt. to implement SC Sub-Plan for empowering Dalit families. Supporting Ambedkarite thought, he called for reservations in private orgs. and more welfare schemes. Youth Foundation president Shaik Iltamash and others donated blood to…

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PM Modi pays tributes to Ambedkar on death anniversary

PM Modi pays tribute to B.R. Ambedkar on his death anniversary, recognizing him as an architect of the Constitution and champion of social harmony. Leaders, esp. from Dalit backgrounds, have rallied around Ambedkar's push for education, constitutional agitation and consolidation for empowerment. VP Dhankhar, LS Speaker Birla and other MPs…

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The Ambedkar touch in rethinking social justice policies

It is an appropriate time to imagine how the worst-off social groups can become an integral and substantive part of the new economic order

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Chief Minister hails Bheemanna Khandre’s contributions for unification of Karnataka

Terming veteran politician and prominent Lingayat leader Bheemanna Khandre ‘a born fighter’, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah said that Mr. Khandre had fought tirelessly for the inclusion of present-day Kalyana Karnataka in Karnataka State.

The Hindu

After FIRs, Bengal BJP MLAs attempt to clean Ambedkar statue in Assembly

A day after FIRs were registered against BJP MLAs for alleged disrespect to national anthem, the party’s legislators sparked a fresh controversy

The Hindu

Depression in Bay of Bengal may turn into cyclone

A deep depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a cyclonic storm in the next 48 hours, according to APSDMA. Heavy rainfall is expected in many parts of Andhra Pradesh on Dec 2 & 3. Fishermen and public are advised to take precautions.

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‘There is no greater religion in the country than the Constitution’

Celebrating Constitution Day, Prof. Vidyasagar said it empowers people to live with dignity and without discrimination. He urged students to use their voting right wisely and not exchange it for money. The event began with a collective reading of the Preamble, emphasizing the importance of the Constitution in India.

The Hindu

Jagan to hold review meeting on Ambedkar Smriti vanam on Monday

CM Jagan Mohan Reddy holds review meetings on progress of Ambedkar Smriti Vanam in Vijayawada. The project was launched in 2020 with an estimated budget of ₹268 crore. The 125-ft bronze statue of Dr BR Ambedkar was planned to be inaugurated on his birth anniversary, April 14, 2023.

The Hindu

Let the ideals of the founding fathers guide us, says Minister

Belagavi celebrated Constitution Day on Sunday, with Minister Satish Jarkiholi inaugurating the event. He said the Constitution ensures equality and development for all citizens, and urged students to read it daily. MLA Asif Patil, Mayor Shobha Somanache, Deputy Mayor Reshma Patil and others were present.

The Hindu

Union, State governments failed to follow the ideals of Ambedkar, says Ambedkar Porata Samithi leader

Soru Sambayya, founder president of Ambedkar Porata Samithi, paid tribute to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on Constitutional Day, highlighting the need to follow his ideology for uplifting the downtrodden. He accused Union & State govts of failing to follow the Indian Constitution guidelines & reducing welfare allocations for SCs. Members of…

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YSRCP government in Andhra Pradesh is making a mockery of Constitution, alleges TDP leader Lokesh

YSRCP government in Andhra Pradesh is making a mockery of Constitution, alleges TDP leader Lokesh. The government’s actions in Andhra Pradesh are similar to that of a dictatorship due to its blatant disregard to the constitutional tenets laid down by B.R. Ambedkar, says the TDP national general secretary. There is…

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Inauguration of Ambedkar statue in Vijayawada postponed again, for the fourth time

Vijayawada's ₹400-cr Dr. B.R. Ambedkar statue and Smriti Vanam (memorial park) inauguration postponed again due to incomplete construction. 125-ft bronze statue installed, but 18.81-acre park yet to finish. Deadline shifted multiple times, officials tight-lipped on revised date.

The Hindu

States v. Governors: Delay in assenting to Bills | Explained

With the issue of indecision by the Governor on passed Bills agitating some States, The Hindu decodes what role the assent of a Governor plays; the extent of autonomy enjoyed by the Governor, and whether his actions can be subjected to judicial scrutiny.

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