Gazette notification on census 'damp squib'; silent on inclusion of caste: Congress
Congress has termed the 16th census notification a 'damp squib'. The party questions the absence of caste inclusion deta
Addressing public meeting in Mandya, he called upon the gathering to introspect and support only leaders who fought for
Caste Census in Karnataka: Experts Say Fresh Survey Not Practical Before Summer 2026 - Deccan Herald
Caste Census in Karnataka: Experts Say Fresh Survey Not Practical Before Summer 2026 Deccan Herald
Who stopped you from implementing the caste census report?: H D Kumaraswamy asks Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah The Indian E
Government using caste census to distract people: Karnataka BJP chief Vijayendra
BENGALURU: President of the Karnataka unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party BY Vijayendra said that the Congress State Gove
Karnataka: Of stampede, politics and a caste census
The horrific stampede during the Royal Challengers Bengalurus (RCB) IPL 2025 victory celebrations that claimed the lives
Fresh socio-educational survey win-win for CM Siddaramaiah, DCM Shivakumar
BENGALURU: The fresh Socio-Educational Survey, including a caste census, has created a win-win situation for both Chief
TPCC president Mahesh calls for unity among backward classes
HYDERABAD : Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) president B Mahesh Kumar Goud on Saturday said the time has come
Karnataka Scraps Caste Census Report: Vokkaliga, Lingayat Lobbies Have Their Way
If implemented, the caste census report would have raised the OBC quota from 32% to 51% in Karnataka.
Lingayat and Vokkaliga leaders back new SES but plan own digital census over accuracy concerns
BENGALURU: The leadership of the two dominant communities in Karnataka the Veerashaiva Lingayats and the Vokkaligas has
Caste census: Vokkaligara sangha welcomes re-survey, OBC federation criticises decision
Fresh enumeration will end confusion on caste census: PWD minister Jarkiholi
BENGALURU: PWD Minister Satish Jarkiholi, who had demanded fresh caste enumeration, told the media on Thursday that ther
CM Siddaramaiah announces fresh SES survey after special Karnataka Cabinet meeting
BENGALURU: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Thursday declared that a fresh Socio-Economic and Educational Survey (SES) sur
Karnataka Cabinet To Conduct Caste Census: CM Siddaramaiah
The CM said as per the Karnataka State Backward Classes Commission Act's section 11(1) too, the state government sh
Union Minister claims that the decision is also aimed at dividing the castes further by breaking them at a deeper level
Ktaka govt conspiring to inflate minority numbers through caste census to increase their quota: Shobha Karandlaje Mangal
Fresh caste survey a conspiracy to increase reservation of minorities: Union MoS Shobha Karandlaje
MANGALURU: Union Minister of State for Labour and Employment and MSME Shobha Karandlaje on Thursday accused the Congress
Nair Service Society opposes Kerala caste census, plans to take legal action
KOTTAYAM: Asserting that the caste census announced by the Union government would divide people on the basis of caste an
Why India May Want To Copy Telangana's Caste Census
'For the first time in this country, perhaps the first time anywhere, we are going to use backwardness index.' 'It is a
Fresh caste survey in Karnataka poses tough challenges to government, experts say
BENGALURU: With Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy CM DK Shivakumar agreeing to a fresh socio-economic Survey in the
Only enumeration will be done for caste survey: Karnataka CM
CHIKKABALLAPUR: Following objections raised by a few people before the party high command, the caste survey will be cond
Karnataka SES resurvey: 'We know sentiment of people,' DKS responds to BJP
BENGALURU: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Wednesday strongly defended the State Governments decision f
Congress brass wants SES to nullify damage to Karnataka government
BENGALURU: The Congress high commands instruction to conduct a fresh caste survey is said to be aimed at nullifying the
Recover public money spent on caste census: C T Ravi - Deccan Herald
Recover public money spent on caste census: C T Ravi Deccan Herald
Drop move to conduct caste census, NSS writes to Centre
In a letter to the President, Vice-President and the Prime Minister, NSS general secretary G. Sukumaran Nair states that
'Went to advise Karnataka on caste census': Telangana CM Revanth denies visiting Delhi to discuss portfolios The South
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge justifies fresh caste census in Karnataka
Says much has changed since the last caste census in 2015, with several communities being reclassified
Karnataka government decides to redo the caste census. The decision comes after complaints and concerns about data accur
No immediate Cabinet reshuffle in Karnataka: AICC chief Kharge
KALABURGI: There is no proposal before the AIIC for the immediate Cabinet Reshuffle of Congress Party Government of Karn
'Not My Decision...': Siddaramiah On Caste Re-Enumeration, Says 'Following High Command's Directive'
Siddaramaiah's response came after Deputy CM DK Shivakumar stated that the caste census would be redone to allay doubts
D.K. Shivakumar has his way; AICC scraps contentious caste census in Karnataka - theweek.in
D.K. Shivakumar has his way; AICC scraps contentious caste census in Karnataka theweek.in
Is Caste Census Push Siddaramaiah Sarkar's Smokescreen For Chinnaswamy Stampede?
Political analysts said by focusing on caste census, the government was trying to deflect attention from charges of corr
Lingayats, Vokkaligas welcome fresh caste survey decision
BENGALURU: The two most influential communities of Karnataka Veerashaiva-Lingayats and Vokkaligas who had joined force
No cabinet rejig in Karnataka for now
BENGALURU: Ministerial aspirants in the Karnataka Congress may have to wait longer, as the party high command is unlikel
Karnataka to hold fresh caste survey amid concerns flagged by stakeholders
NEW DELHI: Ending days of uncertainty, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Tuesday said his government will hold a
Modi at 11: PM increases vitality gap with opposition as new challenges loom
Despite initial doubts following a reduced seat count in his third term, Narendra Modi quickly regained momentum with ke
Fresh caste census aimed at diverting attention from stadium stampede deaths: BJP
Revanth Offers to Hold Public Rallies on Caste Census, SC Sub-Quota
As part of his proposal, Revanth Reddy proposed the idea of hosting two major public meetings in Telangana to explain th
Karnataka to finalise caste census timeline, complete survey in 90 days - Business Standard
Karnataka to finalise caste census timeline, complete survey in 90 days Business Standard
Karnataka to re-do caste census in the State after AICC consult
The survey report, which had proposed a greater reservation for OBCs, had received significant backlash from the powerfu
Re-enumeration of castes: A setback for Siddaramaiah
The Chief Minister has been justifying the caste census report, insisting that it was scientifically done and that it wo
Karnataka government plans to conduct caste census all over again - The South First
Karnataka government plans to conduct caste census all over again The South First
Caste census will benefit NDA, delimitation is a Constitutional right: Kushwaha
NDA ally says Centre will get credit for caste census, noting that Congress and its allies never conducted it when in po
PM Modis third term marks shift to coalition politics, calibrated diplomacy
NEW DELHI: As the Modi government completes the first year of its unprecedented third consecutive term, India finds itse
Karnataka: AICC asks CM to take up fresh caste survey, complete in set timeline
The AICC leadership has directed Chief Minister Siddaramaiah to conduct a new caste enumeration. This will follow the Te
Congress High Command for resurvey of Karnataka caste census
Ahead of the Karnataka governments special Cabinet meeting on June 12, the Congress high command on Tuesday hinted at a
Congress Has Asked For New Caste Census In Karnataka: DK Shivakumar
Congress Has Asked For New Caste Census In Karnataka: DK Shivakumar
Telangana: All right noises, faint murmurs of discontent in Congress
HYDERABAD: While the long-awaited expansion of the Telangana Cabinet has been largely welcomed within the Congress, it h
Manoj Jha questions Centres intentions for caste census
The RJD leader says the BJP-led government only wants to create confusion in the name of caste census, questions the rea
INTERVIEW | Congress can't claim credit for caste census: BJP spokesperson Dr Guru Prakash Paswan
Dr Guru Prakash Paswan, a prominent Dalit leader from Bihar, national spokesperson of the BJP, and one of the party's mo
Karnataka caste census: Special Cabinet meeting on Thursday - Deccan Herald
Karnataka caste census: Special Cabinet meeting on Thursday Deccan Herald
Rahul Gandhi misleading people on Caste Census: BJP leader K Laxman
Bhopal: Rajya Sabha MP and national president of Bharatiya Janata Partys (BJP) OBC Morcha, K. Laxman, on Friday accused
Rahul Gandhi says PM Modi gave in on caste census, questions silence on Trumps ceasefire claim
PATNA: Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Friday claimed Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Modi, Nitish made Bihar Indias crime capital, says Rahul
The caste census would reveal the reality of the country like an X-ray, said Rahul Gandhi. He alleged that the governmen
Bihar has turned into 'crime capital of India', says Rahul Gandhi
RAJGIR/GAYAJI: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday slammed the Nitish Kumar-led NDA government in Bihar over the law
Rahul Gandhi repeats 'surrender' jibe at PM Modi
Rahul Gandhi reiterated his surrender accusation against Prime Minister Narendra Modi at a Bihar symposium, referencing
If theres no caste in India, how is Modi OBC?: Rahul Gandhi slams PM Modi on Caste Census
Congress MP and Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi attended the Samvidhan Sabha in Rajgir, Nalanda, on Frida
Rahul Gandhi takes shot at PM Modi on caste census; questions his silence on Trump's ceasefire claim
Caste census to benefit Assams indigenous Muslim community: Himanta Biswa Sarma
GUWAHATI, June 5: Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma on Thursday said that the caste census will greatly benefit the ind
'Caste Census Will Split Hindus'
'It will split people and create caste clashes. Unity of people will be affected for the time being.'
Caste census, population count to begin from THIS date, to be conducted in two phases
The central government on Wednesday, i.e., June 4, announced that the process of decadal census is likely to begin with
Caste census exercise to start from March 1, 2027 across country
India will conduct a nationwide caste census starting March 1, 2027, with hilly states beginning earlier on October 1, 2
After Op Sindoor, PM to chair first meeting of mins' council tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to chair a Union Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, the first after Operatio
Laxman: Modi's Caste Census Game Changer for OBCs
When asked about the possible merger of the BRS with the BJP, Laxman dismissed the speculation, stating that it is for B
Our PM Vajpayee...: Nitish Kumar's Gaffe At PM Modi's Bihar Rally
Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a massive rally in Rohtas district for giv
Nitish thanks PM Modi for caste census
Karakat: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday profusely thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for agreeing to hold
Caste Census Paradox: How It Could Backfire On The Ones Craving For It
NDA must stay united to achieve bigger win in 2029, says Andhra Pradesh CM
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu urged the NDA alliance to maintain unity, aiming for a more significan
RANCHI: Amid the ongoing protest by the JMM and Congress demanding a Sarna Religion Code, Leader of Opposition Babulal M
Social engineering: Congress to opt for OBC/Dalit UP chief
NEW DELHI: Taking a leaf out of Bihar, the Congress is considering a leadership change in Uttar Pradesh and appointing a
Day after PM lauds caste census decision, Congress takes swipe at him with two videos
New Delhi, May 26 (PTI) A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the decision to conduct a caste census, the Cong
Day after PM lauds caste census, Congress fires back with his past videos criticizing survey demand
NEW DELHI: A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the decision to conduct a caste census, the Congress on Monda
Congress takes swipe at PM Modi over caste census decision with two videos
Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh shared two video clips of Prime Minister Modi in which
Day After PM Lauds Caste Census Decision, Cong Takes Swipe At Him With Two Videos
New Delhi, May 26: A day after Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the decision to conduct a caste census, the Congress
NDA Chief Ministers back caste census, pass resolution on Operation Sindoor
The meeting concluded with the adoption of two key resolutions, one lauding the armed forces for Operation Sindoor and a
NDA hails PM Modi on Operation Sindoor, backs caste census
Prime Minister Narendra Modi stated caste enumeration aims to mainstream marginalized groups. He highlighted Operation S
PM Modi chairs NDA CMs conclave; Operation Sindoor, caste census get unanimous backing
Resolutions passed on caste census, operation sindoor: NDA Deputy CMs after conclave
Caste census not divisive, it will strengthen social justice: Scheduled Caste rights panel chief
NCSC Chairperson Kishor Makwana supports caste enumeration in census for social justice and policy decisions, rejecting
PM Modi To Chair NDA CMs Meet Today; National Security, Caste Census On Agenda | News18
Ministers, BJP leaders to hold rallies with focus on Op Sindoor across country including J&K
One year of Modi 3.0 Govt *Caste Census decision also to be focal point Sanjeev Pargal JAMMU, May 24: The Central Govern
AICC Invites Telangana Congress BC Leaders for Delhi Meeting
Rahul Gandhi to meet Telangana BC leaders on May 26; caste census hailed as national model.
Ensuring social justice is Congress ideological commitment, not merely a poll issue: Kharge
Congress chief urges party spokespersons to take the message of social justice to the grassroots in view of the upcoming
Telangana CM Pledges Welfare, Social Justice Inspired By Basaveshwara
Revanth Reddy said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi had highlighted the message of social justice and the need for conductin
Telangana to Create Backwardness Index Based on Caste Census
The expert group has analysed the data from caste census conducted by Telangana government across the state from Novembe
Ensure caste census is proper; doesnt bring disrepute to Rahul Gandhi: Kharge
Hosapete: As the Karnataka cabinet is yet to take a call on the Social and Educational Survey reportpopularly known as t
BENGALURU: Leader of the Opposition in the Rajya Sabha and AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday criticised Prime
The BJP insiders said that the party is working out a plan to hold caste-specific meetings of the NDA leaders across the
A caste census is not a silver bullet for social justice
To elevate Census data as a precondition for social and economic justice or as the pivot for policymaking is a flawed an
Caste Data Can Break the Illusion of a Monolithic Muslim Identity
Pasmanda voices have long been politically sidelined. A caste census could change that.
From borders to ballots: Bihar's voters focus on ground realities
As India and Pakistan de-escalate tensions, Bihar's political focus shifts to the upcoming elections, where local issues
Caste Census: Why decision for new enumeration taken after massacre of 26 persons in Pahalgam?
After the Centres sudden and what many feel mistimed announcement to hold the Caste Census the Bharatiya Janata Party is
Rahul says will continue to fight for quota in pvt edu institutions
PATNA: Congress MP and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Thursday claimed that Prime Minis
Ranchi Diary | Suspense over DGP Guptas salary
Amid a tussle between the Centre-and the state over the extension of Jharkhand DGP Anurag Guptas service, he hasnt been
Maharashtra Congress chief demands Karnataka and Telangana pattern for caste census
This census will help determine the exact population of each community, thereby aiding the resolution of the Patidar, Gu
Rahul defies ban, addresses students in Darbhanga
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Thursday claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had agreed to hold a caste census 'ou
Congress stages protest as Rahul Gandhi stopped from entering Ambedkar Hostel in Bihar
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped by police while trying to enter the Ambedkar Hostel in Bihars Darbhanga
Congress stages protest as Rahul Gandhi stopped from entering Ambedkar Hotel in Bihar
PATNA: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi was stopped by police while trying to enter the Ambedkar Hostel in Bihars Darbhanga
PM Modi agreed to caste census out of fear: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi alleged that Narendra Modi agreed to a caste census due to fear of backlash. He spoke to students in Darbha
I will demand for reservations in private institutions: Rahul Gandhi
Rahul Gandhi pledged to fight for reservation in private educational institutions while addressing a gathering in Darbha
Caste system could help re-think reservation politics; new data might lead to newer avenues
The caste census in India has sparked a lengthy debate. People have different opinions about whether it will have good o
Why India must get the Caste Census right
Counting caste is a mirror to the lived realities of millions and a vital step toward evidence-based policymaking
Minister Ponnam slams BJP over caste census remarks, demands withdrawal of Laxmans comments
Caste data:Gateway to identity politics?
The recent release of Karnatakas Socio-Economic Educational Survey (SEES 2015) findings, popularised as the Caste Census
Why caste census will not facilitate comprehensive reform of higher education
What India needs is a nationwide, dynamic database that can provide granular insights required to meaningfully reform hi
Govt. mulls over placing caste census report before local bodies for a month to ratify numbers
What does it mean for India to conduct a caste census? | In Focus podcast
Satish Deshpande joins us to discuss the Union Cabinets decision, the challenges ahead, and how to ensure the integrity
While Mr. Siddaramaiah is only talking about implementing caste census report for the last 10 years, other States have i
India well-placed to conduct caste census, says Prof. Sukhdeo Thorat
Expert suggests careful preparation, learning from past efforts; calls for data on caste discrimination and sub-categori
Former PM Deve Gowda attacks Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah over caste census
HD Deve Gowda criticized Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah for not acting on caste census demands during his tenure, despite hav
RANCHI: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge on Tuesday alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi had cancelled his Kas
The Congress is known to act under pressure from the Muslim lobby. To secure long-term political dominance in Karnataka,
For years, the Opposition has been screaming for a caste census, claiming it as the holy grail of social justice. The BJ
The Uttar Pradesh Angle To Modis Surprise Decision Of Caste Census
The Modi governments decision to undertake a caste census may have been driven in large part by the Bharatiya Janata Par
Kharge writes to PM on caste census; calls for adopting Telangana model, dialogue with all parties
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to adopt the Telangana model for the upcomi
Kharge Writes To PM On Caste Census; Calls For Adopting Telangana Model
Kharge has also urged the Prime Minister to remove the 50 per cent cap on reservation by a constitutional amendment
Kharge urges PM Modi to follow Telangana model for Caste Census, remove 50 per cent reservation cap
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging him to engage with all politic
Cong chief writes to PM Modi, seeks all-party dialogue on caste census issue
New Delhi: Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge has written a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi requesting him to have
Mallikarjun Kharge asks the Union government the follow the Telangana model, urges them to place the socio-economic data
Cong chief Kharge writes to PM Modi, calls for dialogue with all parties on caste census
New Delhi, May 6 (PTI) Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to draw upon the Tel
Shouldn't Be Considered Divisive, Mallikarjun Kharge Writes To PM On Caste Census
Mallikarjun Kharge has urged PM Modi to draw upon the Telangana model for the caste survey, remove 50% cap for reservati
Caste census will resolve Maratha reservation issue, says Congress
Legislative Party leader Vijay Wadettiwar said that the Sadbhavna Yatra aims to bridge hearts and unite communities and
Cast of characters: on the caste census
Caste census presents both challenges and opportunities
Karnataka initiates SC census to assess backwardness and introduce internal quotas. CM Siddaramaiah launched the initiat
Shikha Mukerjee | Caste Census: Short-Term Gains, Long-Term Effects
Government's push for caste enumeration sparks debate; political and logistical challenges ahead
Madhu Bangarappa welcomes Centres move to hold caste census
Caste enumeration is crucial as socio-economic and educational backwardness have direct links with caste, says the Schoo
RSS-BJP publicly denied the idea of caste census: Surjewala
The Congress leader claimed that Modi government also refused to release the report of caste census initiated by the Con
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah takes up Scheduled Caste census ahead of giving internal quota
Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiated a scheduled caste census. The aim is to determine the population acros
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah takes up Scheduled Caste census ahead of giving internal quota
Karnataka's Chief Minister Siddaramaiah initiated a scheduled caste census. The aim is to determine the population acros
Centre conducting caste census due to political pressure, says APCC chief Sharmila
Calling that the exercise be done in a time-bound manner, the Congress leader asks the government to follow the format f
Caste census will undo injustice done to BCs by Congress party, says BJP leader
It will help in protecting the rights of the BCs, who constitute up to 60% of the population, says Rajya Sabha member Pa
Caste census: Andhra Pradesh BJP terms Centres decision as historic
The partys Other Backward Classes Morchas former State president Jalli Madhusudhan called it a blessing for the oppresse
Announce timeline, details of caste survey; remove 50 pc cap on reservation: Congress
The Congress party presses the government for a clear caste survey plan. They want the 50% reservation limit removed. Th
Opinion: Opinion | Why A Robust Caste Census Matters
Conducted under the constitutional framework of Article 246, the census will carry the force of law, ensuring robustness
Priyanka Gandhi welcomes Centre's announcement to conduct caste census
Ms. Gandhi said that pressure from people across the country seemed to have made a difference in the Governments stance.
Will 'Bahujanism' be the New Populism? How Caste Census Will Change Politics
One should insist on throwing caution to the wind and welcome the new age of caste-based politics and mobilisation.
Social justice to be key plank in BJP outreach campaign on caste census
NEW DELHI: After launching a strong political narrative around reforming the Waqf system, the BJP is now preparing a bro
Congress asks state units to up ante on caste census
NEW DELHI: Stepping up pressure on the Union government to conduct the caste census as announced by the Union cabinet re
Caste census: Congress targets BJP with Supreme Court affidavit, Parliament reply
Despite Congress's claim that PM Modi reversed his stance on caste enumeration due to their pressure, the party highligh
Kishan Reddy Asks Party Leaders to Meet Caste Groups
Telangana BJP to explain benefits of caste census
Congress Government to Conduct Massive Public Meeting to Celebrate Caste Census
Sources said that the public meeting was meant to boost the party cadre ahead of the local polls, and show the people th
Centre announced caste census only after pressure from the Congress: Girish Chodankar
Speaking at a public meeting in Chennai, he says the the government at the Centre, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi,
Following the announcement of the caste census, BJP allies in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar are advocating for sub-categorizat
Project Caste Census move as victory of Rahul Gandhi-led campaign, AICC tells party units
The All India Congress Committee directs its units to promote the party's role in advocating for a caste census. Focus i
Congress to Highlight Rahul Role in Forcing Centres Caste Census
Party urges action on OBC, Dalit, Adivasi quotas in private education and caste census
INDIA bloc holds third strategy meet in Bihar; signals Tejashwi as CM face ahead of assembly polls
PATNA: Opposition INDIA bloc held its third meeting in Bihar on Sunday to formulate strategy for better coordination amo
Caste Census- A Welcome Step !
The Union Governments decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census marks a pivotal moment in In
Caste census triggers political slugfest between Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and JD(S)
Opposition to caste census is politically motivated, says Karnataka CM
CM Siddaramaiah also said that H.D. Deve Gowda is following policies of contradiction
Watch: Caste census 2025 | Politics behind caste enumeration
In this episode of Talking Politics, we will discuss the politics behind caste enumeration
Bandi Sanjay slams Telangana govt over caste census
Hyderabad: Union minister of state for home affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar on Sunday, May 4 slammed the Telangana government
NEW DELHI: The Communist Party of India-Marxist (CPM) on Sunday condemned the attack and harassment of Muslims and Kashm
PM Modi made desperate U-turn on caste census: Cong
NEW DELHI, May 4: Claiming that Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a desperate U-turn on the caste census, the Congress o
PM Modi made 'desperate U-turn' on caste census: Congress
The Congress party accuses Prime Minister Modi of a sudden reversal on the caste census issue, highlighting past stateme
Congress asks state units to highlight BJP opposition to caste census
New Delhi: In a bid to ramp up pressure on the government over the caste census issue and amplify its social justice age
Caste Census Congress' Brainchild, Rahul Gandhi Pitched It: DK Shivakumar
It was Rahul Gandhi who championed the caste count, which the Centre has announced will be part of the next census, Karn
Telangana Caste Survey Political Gimmick: Aruna
BJP MP D.K. Aruna Slams Telangana Caste Census as Politically Driven, Alleges Trust Deficit Among BCs
Chalavadi leaders urge community members to mention religion as Navabouddha during caste census
The leaders appeal to the members to stick to Baba Saheb Ambedkars ideology
Caste census announcement a victory for Telanganas people and govt.: Bhatti
Caste census should reflect...: Tejashwi writes to Modi
The upcoming delimitation exercise should reflect the social realities uncovered by the census, ensuring proportional po
Pakistan Working Committee: BJP slams Cong over MP's remark
The BJP on Saturday accused the Congress of repeatedly supplying oxygen to Pakistan, and slammed the opposition party fo
Mayawati slams Congress over caste census, says BJP's hand forced by public pressure
LUCKNOW: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) chief Mayawati on Saturday launched a sharp attack on the Congress party over the cas
Centres Caste Census Announcement Is Victory For Telangana People And Govt.: Bhatti
Telangana government scientifically conducted a caste census, making the State a role model for the country
Caste Census: Tejashwi Yadav writes to PM, urges for comprehensive review of reservation policies
PATNA, May 3: RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi urging him for a comprehensive revie
Respected Prime Minister...: Tejashwi Yadav To PM Modi On Caste Census
Tejashwi Yadav also urged the government to ensure that the caste census data leads to meaningful policy reforms.
Nirmala Sitharaman Slams TN Govt For Claiming Credit Over Caste Census
Continuing her attack on the DMK, Sitharaman said that even today, shop boards across Tamil Nadu display the owners' com
Will The Caste Census Boomerang On Modi?
The government has to specify what it intends to do with caste census data. It will be closely tracked if the government
Caste census: Tejashwi writes to PM Modi, demands reservation in private sector and judiciary
Calling the decision historic, Mr. Yadav said that the decision to conduct the caste census can be a transformative mome
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman slams TN govt for claiming credit over caste census
CHENNAI: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman dismissed the DMK government's claim that the Centres decision to inc
Tejashwi Yadav, RJD leader, urged Prime Minister Modi to reconsider the reservation cap after the caste census data is a
CWC Meet: Congress Targets Centre Over Pahalgam Inaction, Questions Caste Census Timeline
In twin resolutions, the Congress demanded accountability for the Pahalgam attack and questioned both the timing and the
Government will decide on 50% quota cap, says minister
NEW DELHI: As the Congress upped ante over its demand for removing the 50 per cent ceiling on reservations for SCs, STs
Rahul Gandhi forced PM Modi's hand on caste census, claims Congress
Congress celebrates Rahul Gandhi's persistent advocacy for a caste census, claiming it forced the Modi government's hand
BJP Defends Caste Census Amid Internal Fissures
Facing intense criticism from its own base, the BJP on Friday sought to justify Prime Minister Narendra Modis announceme
CM Revanth Takes Pride In Telangana Caste Census
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy hailed the Congress Working Committees (CWC) resolution urging the Central government to
Caste Census: Ambedkar's call for limiting reservation to minimum likely to be violated
Caste, a social structure in India, is now central to politics. Parties analyze caste composition before candidate selec
CWC Showers Praise on Revanth for Caste Census
CWC hails Revanth Reddys caste census model in Telangana, urges Centre to adopt it for national rollout.
CWC appreciates Telangana for showing the way to the nation on caste census
Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said that it was a matter of pride for the state of Telangana.
She says the DMK should not seek political mileage from the census, which will provide data necessary to create opportun
Bihar to be first state to test political impact of Centre's caste census
PATNA: The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, will face its first test
Hansraj Ahir adds that he has full confidence that the current administration will carry out the exercise with honesty a
Beyond Bihar, Caste Census is Meant to Woo Estranged OBCs & Dalits in UP
The somersault on caste survey may be calculated to alter a growing sense of duplicity by BJP among OBCs & Dalits.
Rahul Gandhi's pressure forced 'stubborn' govt to act on caste census: Mallikarjun Kharge
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge lauded Rahul Gandhi for his role in compelling the government to consider a caste
KC Venugopal sharply responded to PM Modi's jibe at the INDIA bloc, stating the alliance will ensure the PM has sleeples
Why The Right Must Own The Narrative Around Caste Census, Not Run From It
Centre's caste census move may alter UP's political dynamics
LUCKNOW: The Centres decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census is set to create political ripples in
Prime Minister Modi's remark about the opposition INDIA bloc causing sleepless nights drew sharp criticism from Congress
K.S. Eshwarappa wanted to know why Rahul Gandhi cannot ask Siddaramaiah to release the data of caste census collected in
Caste Census and Reflections on Rahul Gandhi's 'Pursuit of Truth'
Rahul Gandhi has undoubtedly emerged as a more unconventional politician in recent past, writes Ajay Gudavarthy.
Which slogan will replace 'batenge to katenge': Manoj Kumar Jha takes veiled dig at BJP leaders
BIHAR: Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) MP Manoj Jha on Friday took a veiled dig at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders w
Opinion: Opinion | There Are Two Big Reasons Behind BJP's Caste Census Move
The BJP had fought Mandal with kamandal,or Hindutva, and prevailed. But today, it seems to have decided to put Hindutva
Caste Census: Who Stands To Gain In Odisha And Where Does Opposition BJD Fit In?
This move has swiftly turned into a political contest over who deserves credit for it an expected reaction in a democra
Oppose, defame, then adopt BJP's policy playbook: Congress slams govt over caste census U-turn
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Friday said the government's caste census decision is in line with its pattern of first oppos
The Politics of A Caste Census
While data can empower communities, it reinforces identities, making local politics more caste-centric, with decisions i
Mayawati slams BJP-Congress over caste census, says OBCs welfare lies only with BSP
LUCKNOW, May 2: BSP president Mayawati on Friday accused the BJP and Congress of politicising the issue of caste enumera
Mayawati slams BJP-Congress over caste census
Lucknow: BSP president Mayawati on Friday accused the BJP and Congress of politicising the issue of caste enumeration, c
Modi Govt To Conduct Caste Census In India Alongside National Census
In a historic and politically significant move, the Cabinet Committee on Political Affairs (CCPA) has approved the inclu
BJP Govts Pattern To Oppose Good Policy, Defame, Then Adopt It Under Public Pressure: Cong
New Delhi, May 2: The Congress on Friday said the governments caste census decision is in line with its pattern of first
Mayawati slams BJP-Congress over caste census, says OBCs' welfare lies only with BSP
LUCKNOW: BSP president Mayawati on Friday accused the BJP and Congress of politicising the issue of caste enumeration, c
'People Will Tilt Towards BJP After Caste Census'
'There were deep discussions within the Sangh Parivar before this decision was made.' 'They were convinced, and only the
Caste census to end decades of injustice with OBCs, others: Prajapati
Excelsior Correspondent JAMMU, May 1: Accusing the Congress of ignoring the recommendations of multiple Commissions for
CWC meets today to discuss terror attack, caste census
NEW DELHI, May 1: Top Congress leaders will deliberate on the Pahalgam terror attack and the caste census announced by t
Jostling intensifies among parties in Bihar to claim credit over caste Census
Ruling JD(U) claims it was because of CM Nitish Kumar, whereas Congress gave credit to Rahul Gandhi; RJD leader Tejashwi
Union governments caste census announcement complicates Karnatakas survey implementation, sparking debate among influent
Congress dismisses caste census announcement as diversionary tactic of government
Congress criticized PM Modi for previously dismissing Rahul Gandhi's caste census demand as urban naxal mindset, while n
Justice Ramana Backs Caste Census
Justice Ramana said that caste and caste-based discrimination was a harsh reality in society.
Turn and churn: on caste count and next Census
A caste census should not be allowed to ossify social segmentation
Caste Census Not a Sudden Move: BJP Leaders
BJP defends caste census decision as move for social justice, slams Congress for past failures and political opportunism
DC Edit | Caste Census Needs To Be For Data, Not Political Ploy
The caste census has been a demand of some of the Opposition parties, especially those in the INDIA bloc, for quite some
Mallikarjun Kharge calls govt's caste move eyewash, points to 'meagre funding'
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge criticized the Centre's caste census announcement as insincere, citing insufficien
I assure RG caste census won't take six decades: Anupriya Patel
Union Minister Anupriya Patel asserts that the caste census will enable data-driven policies, benefiting intended recipi
From the Congress and BJP claiming credit for the Centres decision conduct a caste census, Indias diplomatic push to hol
PM Modi delivered, opposition weaponised it: Chirag Paswan
Chirag Paswan lauded PM Modi's decision to conduct a caste census, crediting him for his willingness to act, while criti
Caste census: BJP's measured pivot and political calculations
Facing electoral realignments, the BJP aims to regain support from non-dominant OBCs and Dalits after the 2024 elections
Congress faces twin tests amid caste census and Pahalgam fallout
The Congress party faces challenges. It must counter the Modi government's caste census initiative. It also needs to avo
Our intentions, their empty slogans: Dharmendra Pradhan on caste census
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauded the government's decision to conduct a nationwide caste census as a g
'U-turn' vs 'game changer': Caste census sparks clash
Caste census politics took centre stage on Thursday with the Congress terming the government's decision as a 'diversiona
Leader Cutting Party Lines In Karnataka Welcome Caste Enumeration In The Country
Siddaramaiah said Rahul Gandhi consistently championed the caste census and made caste census and expansion of reservati
Congress Working Committee meet to seek amendment to remove 50% cap on reservation
The Congress says caste census is diversionary tactics; CWC is also likely to reiterate its demand for strong action in
Independent Indias first Caste Census to impact all walks of life
Knowledge of current functioning of the cast system is significant By Dr. Gyan Pathak By announcing to conduct caste ce
I assure Rahul Gandhi that this caste census wont take six decades: Anupriya Patel
Anupriya Patel, Minister of State, welcomes the decision to enumerate caste in the census. She believes it will aid data
Caste census to fulfil indigenous Muslims' long-standing demand, says Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma
Assam's Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced a caste census to fulfill the long-held aspiration of indigenous Mu
Tejashwi says caste census is Modi Govts compulsion, not choice
Patna: The political war of words over the caste census continues to escalate in Bihar, with Leader of the Opposition (L
Centre announced caste census only due to public pressure: Kharge
Bengaluru: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge criticised the Union government on Thursday, saying that it has no genu
Caste census to benefit 90% of Srikakulams population: BJP leaders
The last caste census was conducted in 1931 during the British regime
Ties with Pakistan will never improve until peoples' govt is elected there: Farooq Abdullah
Farooq Abdullah, National Conference president, labeled Pakistan a failed state, asserting that improved relations with
Fix a timeline, allocate funds, make caste census a priority: Kharge
All the Opposition parties had been demanding a caste census, and Rahul Gandhi had taken the lead on the issue, the Cong
Remove 50% cap on reservations to ensure equal opportunities
Ambedkar Porata Samithi President Soru Sambayya said that the caste census must be conducted in a time bound manner so t
If Centre does not start caste census in three months, it means it is disinterested, claims Kharge
Congress is fully behind the Centre in its anti-terror operations, according to Leader of Opposition in the Rajya Sabha
BENGALURU: Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Thursday urged for the allocation of sufficient funds and the fixing
Jagga Reddy dismisses Kishan Reddys comments on religion in caste census
Hero of the caste census is Rahul Gandhi and not Prime Minister Narendra Modi says TPCC working president
Caste Census: Mallikarjun Kharge calls Centres move eyewash pointing to meagre funding
Mallikarjuna Kharge criticized the central government's announcement regarding the caste census. He stated that the allo
MUMBAI: MP Sanjay Raut on Thursday credited Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for the Centre's move to include caste enumerat
Caste census will boost economic equality, says Union Minister Pemmasani Chandra Sekhar
It acts as a guiding tool for inclusive development, and aligns with the States developmental goals and NDAs broader vis
Caste Census: 'Urban Naxal Idea' to 'Historic' - Why BJP Took a U-Turn & Why Now
The Opposition's consistency in demanding a caste census and the RSS' feedback appear to have been key factors
Before 2029 Polls? Asaduddin Owaisi Demands Caste Census Timeline
All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi pressed for an early implementati
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Lauds Caste Census
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauded the Central Government's decision to conduct a caste enumeration exer
Congress Didn't Do It, Now Says Pressure? Shivraj Chouhan On Caste Census
Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in an exclusive interview with NDTV, discussed the ongoing debate arou
Throwback Thursday: When Rajiv Gandhi questioned Mandal report move amid Kashmir tension
AAP MP Sanjay Singh criticised the government's timing of the caste census announcement, alleging it was a distraction f
Caste census decision exposes...: Union minister
Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday asserted the government's decision to include caste enumeration in the nex
Union Minister Chirag Paswan criticized the Congress party for allegedly using the caste census as a political tool to i
Opinion: Opinion | How Caste Census Question Tested Both Congress And BJP
While the BJP tried its best to navigate caste politics through social engineering, Rahul Gandhi understood that unless
Looking At Caste Census Beyond the Big Numbers
Karnataka data offers glimpses of issues that may be at stake in undertaking a caste census, writes Chandan Gowda.
Centre should come out with clear-cut plan for caste census: MA Baby
NEW DELHI: The government should come out with a clear-cut plan for undertaking caste census and leaders of various poli
Why Didn't They...: Chirag Paswan Slams Opposition's Caste Census Claims
Union Minister and BJP ally Chirag Paswan has hit out at opposition parties, including Congress, for claiming credit for
Government should come out with clear-cut plan for caste census: MA Baby
NEW DELHI: The government should come out with a clear-cut plan for undertaking caste census and leaders of various poli
'Caste Census Alone Won't Suffice': Siddaramaiah Tells Centre To Conduct Socio-Economic Survey
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah recalled that his government not only conducted a caste census, but also conducted a survey of
BJP vs Congress: War of words on Caste Census, fight over credit erupts
Congress never undertook caste census when in govt: BJP
When this decision was taken yesterday, some people were visibly agitated. They were saying the government is theirs, bu
Mallikarjun Kharge Urges Funds and Time Limit for Caste Census
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge welcomes caste census decision but calls for timely execution and proper funding.
What is caste census? Why is it important? How may it change Indian politics forever?
While the Hindutva brigade will claim to bring all castes and sub-castes on a common platform, Congress will claim that
Caste census: Allocate sufficient funds, fix time limit, Kharge tells centre
Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge welcomed the Centres decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census,
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan says caste census decision exposes Opposition's empty slogans
NEW DELHI: Union minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Thursday asserted the government's decision to include caste enumeration
Centre gave headline but where is deadline: Congress on govt's caste census move
NEW DELHI: The Congress on Thursday attacked the government after its announcement of the decision to include caste enum
Mindset of those targeting Muslims, Kashmiri students similar to terrorists: SP MP Afzal Ansari
BALLIA: Samajwadi Party MP Afzal Ansari strongly criticized the targeting of Muslims and Kashmiri students in various pa
Watch: Congress workers pour milk on Rahul Gandhis poster to celebrate caste census push
Congress workers in Hyderabad celebrated the Centre's decision to conduct a caste census by pouring milk on posters of R
Caste Census Credit War, Day 2: BJP's Rajiv Gandhi Jab, Congress' Poster Shot
A day after the caste census announcement, the battle for credit continued apace with the government and opposition each
Govt gave headline but where is deadline: Congress on Centre's caste census move
You should have gotten the census done in 2021. They cite the COVID pandemic, but more than 50 countries did their censu
Revanth Reddy hails BC caste census announcement, offers Telangana model as blueprint
Highlighting Telanganas proactive role, Mr. Reddy said the State not only passed a resolution in its Assembly but also e
Constitute Union cabinet committee on Caste Census: Telangana CM
Hyderabad: Thanking Prime Minister Narendra Modi for announcing that the Caste Census would be taken up in the next popu
CWC Meeting On Friday To Discuss Govt's Caste Census Move: Sources
The Centre on Wednesday announced that caste enumeration will be part of the next population census
Caste Census Move Reveals Gap Between Intent and Slogans: Pradhan
The government announced that caste enumeration will be included in the forthcoming census exercise in a ransparent mann
Telangana CM asks PM Modi to spell timeframe for caste census
Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to spell out the timeframe when the caste c
Modi Following Me on Caste Census, says Revanth Reddy
Revanth Reddy called on the Centre to immediately set up a Union Cabinet Group of Ministers and an expert committee of s
CWC meeting on Friday to discuss Centre's caste census move: Sources
NEW DELHI: The Congress Working Committee will meet on Friday to discuss the government's decision to include caste enum
BJP has had a long history of being reluctant to conduct caste census. So, what changed?
The central government decided to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census. This decision sparked political deba
CWC meeting on Friday to discuss govts caste census move: Sources
New Delhi: The Congress Working Committee will meet on Friday to discuss the governments decision to include caste enume
Form a Group of Ministers, experts Panel to roll out caste census: Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Take a cue from Telangana caste census experience, says CM Reddy
The Chief Minister said that the caste census was essential, not optional, for objective policy making, targeted welfare
'Some Are Frustrated': BJP's Jibe At Congress For Taking Credit On Caste Census
Dharmendra Pradhan hailed PM Modi's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census, calling it a historic
Caste census by Union Government will clear confusion over Karnataka data, says BJP
Former Deputy CM C.N. Ashwath Narayan claimed that the Congress government in Karnataka had conducted a caste census in
LIVE: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan addresses press conference on Caste Census decision
Centre's caste census nod sparks credit war between BJP, Congress
The Indian government's decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census has ignited political debate, with
Centre Announces Caste Census In Next Population Survey
All castes were enumerated during census exercises carried out in British India between 1881 and 1931.
Caste Census decision is victory of PDA, says Akhilesh
Samajwadi Party president hails caste census decision as victory for Opposition and PDA social segments, marking start o
EXPLAINER | Caste Census may impact assembly polls
NEW DELHI: With the Centre announcing its decision to include caste enumeration in the upcoming census, the countrys pol