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Supreme Court stays Rahul Gandhi’s conviction in ‘Modi surname’ remark criminal defamation case

The Supreme Court on August 4, 2023, stayed the conviction of Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a criminal defamation case for his alleged ‘Modi’ surname remark in a political rally in 2019.

The Hindu · Aug 4, 2023

State govt. will move SC against stay on housing in R-5 zone, says Sajjala

YSR Congress Party's Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy states govt. will move SC against HC stay order on construction of houses for poor in Amaravati's R-5 zone. YSRCP sees this as fight between poor and affluent, with CM Jagan Mohan Reddy standing with the former. TDP's N. Chandrababu Naidu is accused of…

The Hindu · Aug 3, 2023

Article 370 hearing: Entire world is watching Supreme Court, says Mehbooba Mufti

Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Mehbooba Mufti on August 2 said the entire world was watching the Supreme Court hear the petitions challenging the abrogation of provisions of Article 370, and “will get to decide whether India has to run as per Constitution or the agenda of particular party”.

The Hindu · Aug 2, 2023

YSRUHS invites applications for admission into B.Sc Nursing course

Dr. Y.S.R. University of Health Sciences has invited applications from eligible candidates for admission into the four-year B.Sc Nursing courses under the Competent Authority Quota (CAQ) in government nursing colleges and private unaided nursing colleges.

The Hindu · Jul 30, 2023

Andhra Pradesh: Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy releases financial assistance under Videshi Vidya Deevena

AP govt releases ₹45.53cr for 357 students to pursue higher education abroad. CM Jagan Mohan Reddy says scheme will help aspirants become global leaders. Fees up to ₹1.25cr for SC, ST, BC & minority students; up to ₹1cr for EBC students. Fees for MBA & MS courses range from ₹61L…

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2023

Activists await clarity on Telangana’s ₹1-lakh subsidy for minorities

Telangana govt. has announced financial assistance of up to ₹1 lakh to eligible members of minority communities. Activists seek clarity on disbursal modalities & fund allocation. TSMFC has received over 2 lakh applications for bankable schemes. Activists welcome move but call for transparency & monitoring.

The Hindu · Jul 25, 2023

Bill in Lok Sabha to add two synonyms for Mahar community in Chhattisgarh to State’s Scheduled Castes list

Union Social Justice Ministry introduces Bill to add two synonyms of Mahar community to Chhattisgarh's SC list. Bill will expand govt schemes & benefits to ~2 lakh people. Bill approved by Registrar General of India & National Commission for Scheduled Castes. 12% of Chhattisgarh's population categorised as SC, ~2 lakh…

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Manipur violence: BJP only concerned about electoral politics, says KSO activist

Modi govt. accused of ignoring Manipur crisis; SC urged to appoint independent inquiry committee to protect citizens & ensure peace; deep-rooted divide between Meteis & Kuki-Zo communities; Internet shutdown criticized; solution sought for minority tribals & religious groups.

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Gyanvapi Mosque row | SC stays ASI survey of premises till July 26 evening

The Supreme Court on July 24 gave the Central Government time till 11.15 a. m. to find out what exactly the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is doing following a Varanasi court order on Friday to conduct a scientific survey of the Gyanvapi mosque located next to the Kashi Vishwanath…

The Hindu · Jul 24, 2023

Data | A third of Central University teaching positions lying vacant

Over 30% of teaching positions in 45 Central Universities across India are vacant. Odisha has the highest share of vacancies (88%), while Mizoram and Kerala have the least (15% or less). The Central University of Andhra Pradesh had a 100% vacancy. Caste-wise data shows that only 20% of General Category…

The Hindu · Jul 23, 2023