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In a film packed with pop-culture references, this runs the risk of reducing a politically charged anthem into meme material, thereby stripping it of its emotional and historical weight.

Telugu Desam Party pledges 33% of seats to women in 2029 polls, regardless of national bill implementation. National working president Nara Lokesh announced this historic resolution, emphasizing women's leadership in India's future. He also highlighted TDP's commitment to women empowerment and challenged the opposition on development and welfare.

A literary spat erupts in Tamil Nadu politics as DMK leader A Raja's 'coconut tree' metaphor targets VCK and IUML joining CM Vijay's new government. VCK and the ruling TVK hit back, accusing the DMK of arrogance and questioning their own past alliances and commitment to social justice.

Bihar's new Education Minister, Mithilesh Tiwari, sparked outrage with a viral video stating girls don't need education and should stay home. He questioned the necessity of schooling for daughters, citing their role as home's strength and Modi's women empowerment initiatives. The remarks drew sharp criticism from opposition parties and social media..

Says Such Conditions Are Not Imposed On Privileged Class Accused

During the assembly elections in Assam, JMM set its sights on 16 seats, resulting in approximately 1.16% of the total votes, but without clinching any victories. Notably, the party was a runner-up in two districts and amassed over 15,000 votes in seven others.

For nearly two decades, Kshirasindhu Sagaria, a 48-year-old activist from Nuapada, has been a vital link between the administration and the underprivileged. He has dedicated 17 years to helping hundreds of poor and marginalized families access government benefits, using the RTI Act to resolve grievances and secure entitlements.

The Supreme Court has declared bail conditions in Odisha requiring accused persons to clean police stations as "null and void," citing a "colonial mindset" and human rights violations. The court emphasized that such degrading conditions are impermissible and must be removed from all bail orders across the state.

In a pressing letter to Jharkhand's Chief Minister, renowned economist Jean Drèze and activist Elina Horo have sounded the alarm on a deepening crisis: a teacher shortage in government schools that disproportionately affects marginalized communities. They emphasize that many primary schools struggle with only one teacher per class, violating the Right to Education Act.

For Dalit History Month, we spotlight those from dalit households who have overcome barriers, showing how a single breakthrough in a family or neighbourhood can build pride and change futures

Economist Parkala Prabhakar has labeled Jharkhand's upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) as "bloodless political genocide," citing a non-transparent process that violates Election Commission rules. He warns of serious long-term consequences, potentially creating two classes of citizens by disenfranchising millions. Rights bodies urge transparency and Gram Sabha involvement in the process.