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Opposition leader to be elected on Nov. 17

In a first announcement, hours after he was appointed the Karnataka party chief, B.Y. Vijayendra announced that the Leader of the Opposition will be elected at the BJP legislature Party Meeting on November 17.

The Hindu

Maratha quota stir: Activist Jarange Patil announces statewide tour from November 15

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil said he would commence his Maharashtra tour to seek the blessings of the Maratha community from Kolhapur on November 15 and end it in Shevgaon (in Ahmednagar district) on November 23.

The Hindu

Maratha vs OBC friction over quota causes schism within ‘Mahayuti’ allies

Tussle between Maratha & OBC communities strains Mahayuti parties; CM urges restraint; OBC leaders oppose Maratha quota; Pankaja Munde visits Kshirsagar family; Dhangar community demands ST quota.

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VHR faults Pawan Kalyan for praising Modi

Congress leader Hanumanth Rao criticizes Pawan Kalyan for praising PM Modi despite lack of action for AP. Rao questions why Kalyan didn't confront PM on special status and lack of jobs/funds. Rao claims Congress is only party that works for weaker sections. He urges caste orgs to be careful while…

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‘Rivalry’ between ex-bureaucrat, Delhi vigilance secy resurfaces with letter to media, defamation threat

Tensions between a former bureaucrat and a secretary in Delhi’s vigilance department are back in the media glare with a series of letters and official notes referring to a CBI probe into a bank fraud case filed last year.

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Maharashtra OBC quota: Opposition says Chhagan Bhujbal's comment shows lack of consensus in govt

MUMBAI: The opposition in Maharashtra has attacked the government over food and civil supplies minister Chhagan Bhujbal's statement that he would oppose the backdoor entry of Marathas into the OBC quota.

The Times of India

Don't create confusion among OBCs, Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde tells NCP minister Chhagan Bhujbal

MUMBAI: Maharashtra chief minister Ekanth Shinde strongly criticized NCP minister Chhagan Bhujbal's aggressive stance on the Maratha quota issue, vowing to oppose the state government if necessary to safeguard the interests of the OBC community.

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OBC leaders targeting Marathas, claims quota activist Manoj Jarange

Quota activist Manoj Jarange on November 7 alleged that OBC leaders were targeting Marathas by getting false offences registered against them and said Maratha leaders should stand with the youth of the community. Mr. Jarange’s statement comes a day after Maharashtra Minister Chhagan Bhujbal said “backdoor” attempts to grant reservation…

The Hindu

Chhagan Bhujbal crosses swords with Jarange Patil over Maratha quota

OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal called on OBCs to spread "terror" to get things done, while Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil warned of "choking" lifelines of politicians if demands not met.

The Hindu

Parched Jodhpur angry at unkept promises

As per the Jal Jeevan Mission portal, only 44% of rural households in Jodhpur have tap water supply.

The Hindu

What has led to the Maratha quota agitation? | Explained

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange-Patil has forced the Eknath Shinde government to accept his demand for blanket reservation in education and government jobs for all Marathas in Maharashtra. His hunger strikes and protests have caused chaos and counter-protests from OBCs and Dhangar community.

The Hindu

Free ration scheme to be extended for five more years: PM

PM Modi attacks Chhattisgarh CM Baghel over 'Mahadev' betting app scam, announces free ration scheme for 80cr poor for 5yrs. Accuses Congress of abusing him & OBCs, looting poor & youth of Chhattisgarh, spreading poison of casteism. Polls on Nov 7 & 17.

The Hindu

Maratha quota stir | Jarange Patil issues fresh ultimatum, lashes out at State government

In his ultimatum to the Maharashtra government, Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil warned of relinquishing water if the government did not grant reservation for all Marathas

The Hindu

Maratha quota stir descends into violence as homes of NCP leaders are torched

The raging Maratha quota agitation veered dangerously towards arson and vandalism on Monday, with agitators torching the homes and offices of two elected representatives from Beed district who are members of rival Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) factions.

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Will BJP’s BC card pay off in TS polls?

BJP gambles on BC CM pick to boost Telangana poll prospects; other parties on defensive, BCs to decide fate of candidates in North Telangana; BJP's move to woo back Munnuru Kapus; OBC Bill in Parliament to empower BCs.

The Hindu

No takers for Hooda’s four Deputy CMs ‘formula’ in Haryana

Hooda's proposal of four Deputy CMs to represent Brahmin, SC, woman and OBCs met with criticism from Congress leaders, rivals and other communities. Congress clarified that the decision to appoint CM and Deputy CM lies with the party's central leadership. Selja and Surjewala may be contenders for the CM post…

The Hindu

Haryana CM Manohar Lal’s close confidante Nayab Saini takes over as new BJP chief

BJP appoints OBC leader Nayab Saini as Haryana president, replacing Jat leader Om Prakash Dhankar. Move seen as attempt to consolidate non-Jat vote bank ahead of elections. Chief Minister Manohar Lal's confidante Saini has close ties to RSS, was Minister of State Labour and Employment in 2015. Dhankar credited for…

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Communal cut and thrust roils Chhattisgarh poll blitz

Election-bound Chhattisgarh witnesses emergence of Hindu-Muslim divide as issue for first time. BJP seeks to build narrative against Congress govt. with allegations of polarisation & corruption. Congress defends turf with welfare promises

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He’s now Bihar’s longest serving CM, but can Nitish handle future political challenges?

Even as he enters a delicately poised phase for his future and legacy in politics, JDU leader Nitish Kumar this week became Bihar’s longest serving chief minister when he completed 17 years and 53 days in office. The duration of his tenure now exceeds the record previously held by Shri…

The Hindu

Bihar caste survey: ruling parties reach out to EBC, OBC, SC communities, spread awareness

Separate teams of ruling coalition partners RJD and Janata Dal (United) have begun visiting different Assembly constituencies, to create awareness about the recently released caste survey report in Bihar

The Hindu

Caste calculus by Congress may be tested in upcoming Assembly polls

The CWC resolution was a natural outcome of the party’s formulation after the Bihar caste survey results were out.

Newslaundry

Rajasthan polls: Meet ex-army man who angered Jats, ‘pained’ Gehlot, stirred a political storm

Over a controversial appointment to the Rajasthan Public Service Commission, chief minister Ashok Gehlot has found himself in the political crossfire of the state’s two prominent communities, just ahead of the assembly elections.

The Hindu

‘Never opposed caste survey’ but decision cannot heighten social tensions, says Fadnavis

He challenged the Congress party to announce an OBC Prime Ministerial face for the 2024 general election.

The Hindu

Centre will soon include 20 castes to OBC list: Laxman

Union Govt. to include 20 castes from BCs in OBC list, incl. Lingayat. BJP OBC Morcha president K. Laxman accused Congress of showing "sudden love" for BCs due to elections. Modi Govt. paved way for BCs in higher edu., Sainik schools, Navodaya schools & PSUs. G. Kishan Reddy & Bandi…

The Hindu

Should the 50 % legal ceiling on reservation be reconsidered?

The Hindu Parley podcast discusses whether the 50% legal ceiling on reservation should be removed in the wake of the Bihar caste survey results

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