OBC GOVT
Union Minister writes to UP CM over rejection of OBC, SC/ST candidates for govt posts
Anupriya Patel urged the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister to address the rejection of OBC and SC/ST candidates for government posts, emphasizing the importance of fair recruitment processes and filling reserved positions with deserving candidates from marginalized communities.
Maharashtra budget 2024 key highlights: Free cylinders & farmer friendly measures
Maharashtra budget 2024: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar presented the state budget during the ongoing monsoon session from June 27 to July 12. Key highlights include the provision of three free cylinders annually to all households under the CM Anna Chhatra Yojana, a Rs 5,000 per hectare bonus for cotton and soybean farmers, and a Rs 5 per litre bonus to milk-producing farmers after July 1, 2024.
Will Bihar govt go for immediate appeal in SC: Congress after Patna HC strikes down quota hike
The Patna High Court overturned Bihar's decision to increase reservations for Dalits, backward classes, and tribals from 50% to 65%. This move, made in November 2023, was struck down on grounds that it exceeded the 50% cap set by the Supreme Court. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh questioned whether the Bihar government would appeal to the Supreme Court and urged the NDA-led Centre to support the appeal.
Maratha quota: Manoj Jarange suspends indefinite fast; gives 1 month to govt to accept community's demands
Addressing people at the protest site, Jarange said, "We are giving a month's time to the government to fulfil the demands of the Maratha community. But we will also go ahead with our preparations for the upcoming assembly elections. If the government doesn't provide reservation to us, we will go and take it."
Annapurna Devi gets women and child development ministry in Modi govt 3.0
From 2005 to 2014, Devi was a member of the Jharkhand Legislative Assembly and became a cabinet minister in Jharkhand in 2012, overseeing the Ministry of Irrigation, Women & Child Welfare, and Registration.
The world's now oysterer: Why a coalition govt will likely add to India’s geopolitical heft, not reduce it
The Modi government has already set out to tweak its image. In his first address to NDA members on June 7, the PM said his government believed in the philosophy of 'Sarva Panth Sambhava' (all religions are equal)'. At the diplomatic level, the image of a friendly and more accommodating government would help win many more friends.
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Bengal govt to move higher court to challenge Cal HC order on OBC certificates: Mamata Banerjee
The Calcutta High Court on Wednesday struck down as illegal the OBC status of several classes in West Bengal granted since 2010, sparking a political debate in the middle of the Lok Sabha elections.
NCBC wants West Bengal, Punjab to raise OBC reservations as quota limit remains unused
NCBC advises West Bengal and Punjab to enhance OBC quota within 50% limit for SCs/STs and OBCs in govt jobs and education, following Supreme Court cap amid BJP-Opposition clash over quotas. NCBC chairman Hansraj Ahir urges compliance from the states, emphasizing the need for increased OBC quota in government employment.
Maratha community will teach Mahayuti govt a lesson: Quota activist Manoj Jarange
Maratha community's discontent with the government's denial of reservations intensifies as elections near. Activist Manoj Jarange criticizes leaders and warns of consequences, signaling potential political action if demands remain unmet.
Why Lalu Prasad Yadav is both right and wrong about Muslim reservation
Lalu Prasad has intensified the Muslim reservation debate that was triggered by PM Modi’s allegation that Congress aims to slice up the OBC quota for its minority vote bank. Prasad says Muslims should get reservation but then adds a caveat. The Constitution does not endorse reservation in jobs and education along religious lines. However, some govts have interpreted its provisions to extend reservation benefits to certain Muslim communities.
Karnataka's murky Muslim quota row: Here's what you need to know
The controversy over Muslim reservation in Karnataka has sparked a heated debate, with PM Narendra Modi accusing Congress of manipulating reservation quotas. The National Commission for Backward Classes has summoned the state chief secretary for clarification on the categorization of the OBC quota. This issue has deep historical roots, with various commissions over the years affirming Muslims’ status as a backward class. Political figures like Veerappa Moily and HD Deve Gowda have played significant roles in shaping Muslim reservation policies in Karnataka.
Modi govt used parliamentary majority for landmark steps, will never change Constitution: Amit Shah
Addressing an election rally in Akola in eastern Maharashtra in support of BJP candidate Anup Dhotre, Shah accused the Congress of putting hurdles in the construction of the Ram temple in Ayodhya. The senior BJP leader noted it was Modi who ensured that a grand and magnificent temple dedicated to Lord Ram was built in Ayodhya.
We will back only those leaders who genuinely support Maratha quota, govt cheated us: Jarange
Activist Manoj Jarange has accused the Maharashtra government of deceiving Marathas over quota issues, declaring that the community will only support leaders who genuinely back reservation for them. He criticized Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, accusing him of trying to suppress the Maratha agitation. Jarange claimed that the Maratha reservation bill passed by the state legislature, which provides quota in government jobs and education, would not pass legal scrutiny. He emphasized the demand for reservation under the OBC category and expressed dissatisfaction with the current bill.
Congress manifesto promises 50% cap on SC-ST-OBC quota, 50% women reservation in govt jobs
Congress promises a wide array of reforms if it wins upcoming elections, including reservation cap raise, women's quota, job creation, tax reforms, and election law changes. The manifesto also pledges economic reforms, OPS revival, and universal healthcare.
People from disadvantaged sections biggest beneficiaries of govt schemes: PM Modi
Speaking at the launch of the PM-SURAJ national portal, he cited the election of Ram Nath Kovind and Droupadi Murumu, who come from Dalit and tribal communities respectively, as president to assert that the BJP's efforts to ensure that those from deprived sections reach top positions will continue.
Mumbai: After tough talk by govt, quota leader Manoj Jarange Patil calls off fast
Maratha leader Manoj Jarange Patil ended hunger strike for OBC quota reservation. Maharashtra government agreed to most demands. BJP plans outreach to Maratha community. Fadnavis-led BJP government gave reservation for Marathas upheld in high court but quashed in Supreme Court.
MVA legislators stage protest, accuse Maharashtra govt of misleading Marathas, OBCs
Opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi legislators protested at the Maharashtra legislative assembly's Budget session, accusing the government of misleading Maratha and Other Backward Classes (OBC) communities. The session began with the presentation of the vote on account. The Opposition criticized the Eknath Shinde-led government on the quota issue. Last week, the legislature passed a bill providing 10% reservation for Marathas.
Dalits, OBCs and tribals biggest beneficiaries of our govt's pro-poor schemes: PM Modi
Speaking after inaugurating and laying the foundation stones of 1.3 lakh houses under the Prime Minister Awas Yojana (PMAY), via video conference, Modi said that for any poor person having his own house is a guarantee of his better future.
Congress govt in Gujarat included PM Modi's caste in OBC list in 1994: Amit Shah
Amit Shah said it was a Congress government in Gujarat that included Modi's caste in the list of Other Backward Classes (OBC) in 1994 and the Centre included the prime minister's caste in its OBC list in 2000. "Modi's caste was listed in Gujarat as OBC on July 25, 1994. At that time, the chief minister of Gujarat was Chhabildas Mehta and the party in power was the Congress. Till that time, Modi had not contested a single election. He used to work for the organisation only. The question of his caste did not come at all."
Modi govt only doing 'politics of symbolism' with regard to Dalits, backwards, tribals: Congress
The Congress has alleged a "conspiracy" to end reservations for SCs, STs, and OBCs in higher education institutions, citing draft guidelines from the University Grants Commission (UGC). The UGC's guidelines suggest that if enough candidates from these categories are not available, a reserved vacancy may be declared unreserved and filled as an unreserved vacancy.
It's backdoor entry of Marathas into OBC category: Bhujbal targets govt; says birth decides caste
Maharashtra minister Chhagan Bhujbal questions the "backdoor entry" of Marathas into OBC community, criticizes draft notification providing Kunbi certificates to all Marathas, and emphasizes that caste is determined by birth not affidavits. Bhujbal invites OBC leaders for talks to discuss the issue.
In 10 years, our govt walked on path of Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakurji: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote, "Karpooriji’s life revolved around the twin pillars of simplicity and social justice. Till his last breath, his simple lifestyle and humble nature resonated deeply with the common people. There are numerous anecdotes that highlight his simplicity. Those who worked with him recall how he preferred to spend his own money for any personal matter, including his daughter’s wedding."
Maharashtra govt begins issuing Kunbi caste papers to Marathas
The Maharashtra government has accepted its first report from a committee led by retired judge Sandeep Shinde, tasked with determining the process for granting Kunbi caste certificates to Marathas in the Marathwada region. This move follows ongoing demands for reservation benefits. The government has also initiated the issuance of Kunbi certificates and plans to gather fresh data on the Maratha community's social and educational backwardness. These decisions come in response to protests and violence, with cases filed against Maratha protestors for alleged violence.
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