The Latest Breaking News from OBC

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 · Nov 6, 2023

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 · Nov 4, 2023

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 · Nov 4, 2023

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 · Oct 28, 2023

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…

The Hindu · Oct 28, 2023

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

The Hindu · Oct 26, 2023

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…

Newslaundry · Oct 21, 2023

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 · Oct 16, 2023

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.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

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.    

Newslaundry · Oct 14, 2023