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Mayawati Opposes 'Creamy Layer' for SCs, STs, Criticizes RSS
Politicshindustan-timesindian-express17d ago2 sources

Mayawati Opposes 'Creamy Layer' for SCs, STs, Criticizes RSS

Mayawati has reiterated her strong opposition to the 'creamy layer' concept being applied to Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) in reservation policies, while also criticizing the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) for its 'casteist mindset'.

India's Women's Reservation Bill Debated in Parliament
PoliticsAPBBCbloomberg+21NYTle-mondewapoThe GuardianAl Jazeeranrkruvle-figaro+13 more4mo ago24 sources

India's Women's Reservation Bill Debated in Parliament

The Indian Parliament is actively debating the Women's Reservation Bill, which proposes a 33% quota for women in legislative bodies. Prime Minister Modi has strongly advocated for its passage, addressing concerns about delimitation and OBC representation raised by opposition parties.

BSP Leader Mayawati Aims for 'Master Key of Power'
Politicshindu6mo ago

BSP Leader Mayawati Aims for 'Master Key of Power'

At an all-India meeting in Lucknow, BSP leader Mayawati stated that the party is striving to obtain the 'master key of power' through democratic means, also addressing trade concerns and challenges for farmers and Bahujans.

Mayawati Criticizes Samajwadi Party's Shifting Political Stance
PoliticsTimes of India19d ago

Mayawati Criticizes Samajwadi Party's Shifting Political Stance

BSP chief Mayawati has accused the Samajwadi Party (SP) of opportunistically changing its political strategy, specifically its 'PDA' formula, to target Brahmin voters for electoral gains. She stated that the SP's shift comes after observing the BSP's growing support among certain demographics.

Violent Protests Erupt in India After Rape and Murder of 11-Year-Old Girl
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Violent Protests Erupt in India After Rape and Murder of 11-Year-Old Girl

Violent protests have erupted across an Indian state following the rape and murder of an 11-year-old girl, leading to dozens of arrests. The incident has sparked widespread public outrage and demonstrations.

Rahul Gandhi Eyes Dalit Consolidation with Kanshi Ram, BSP Reacts
Politicshinduindian-express5mo ago2 sources

Rahul Gandhi Eyes Dalit Consolidation with Kanshi Ram, BSP Reacts

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has written to Prime Minister Modi requesting the posthumous Bharat Ratna for BSP founder Kanshi Ram, while Mayawati has accused the Congress of misusing Kanshi Ram's name for political gains. Rahul Gandhi's recent claims about Kanshi Ram and Jawaharlal Nehru have further unsettled the BSP and intensified the political slugfest in Uttar Pradesh.