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2024 Lok Sabha election | Prakash Ambedkar remains ambivalent over MVA tie-up; will clear stand on March 26

Prakash Ambedkar again claimed that the MVA parties were yet to resolve their seat-sharing problems and it was wrong to point fingers at the VBA for acting as a roadblock in seat-sharing discussions.

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Death of Dalit teen in U.P. | Murder in blue blood

Somesh Kumar's tragic death in Uttar Pradesh sparks conflict between Dalit and OBC communities over Ambedkar Park.

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Lok Sabha seat-sharing talks a cliffhanger after splits and realignments in Maharashtra

Mumbai political parties navigate complex seat-sharing dynamics ahead of Maharashtra elections, focusing on winnability and alliances.

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MVA says discussions complete on all 48 seats in Maharashtra

Shiv Sena spokesperson Sanjay Raut clarifies MVA seat-sharing discussions, denies VBA demands for 27 Lok Sabha seats.

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Justice Varale hails from a family in Nippani that had close links with Ambedkar

Justice Prasanna Varale, a Supreme Court judge, shares his journey from a Dalit family influenced by Dr. Ambedkar.

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MVA proposes Prakash Ambedkar’s induction; VBA chief disposes, says ‘more clarity’ needed from Congress

The VBA chief further said that the three major MVA constituents must decide on their seat-sharing formula.

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After months of dilly-dallying, Opposition MVA finally agrees to induct Prakash Ambedkar

Opposition MVA coalition in Maharashtra announces induction of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi, despite complaints of disrespect from Prakash Ambedkar.

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Maharashtra journalist slams Prakash Ambedkar, his party warns ‘will be difficult to control anger’

After Maharashtra journalist Nikhil Wagle criticised the politics of Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief Prakash Ambedkar, the VBA’s official Twitter handle said it would be “difficult to control the anger” of those who support the party unless the journalist proves his allegations against Ambedkar.

Newslaundry

India’s foundational battle on the ‘Hindu’ question

While stridently defending secularism, progressive parties abdicated the responsibility of programmatically countering communalism to civil society

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Marathas cannot share OBC quota pie: Prakash Ambedkar

Prakash Ambedkar explains why Marathas & OBCs must have separate quotas for progress in Maharashtra & why Mohan Bhagwat won't discuss Constitution.

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67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar observed in Kalaburagi

“The philosophy of B.R. Ambedkar to provide equal educational and employment opportunities for downtrodden sections in society will remain a dream unless the nation focuses towards achieving his vision,” said Panditaradhya Shivacharya swami of Hosadurga.

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The Ambedkar touch in rethinking social justice policies

It is an appropriate time to imagine how the worst-off social groups can become an integral and substantive part of the new economic order

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67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas

The Janawadi Chhatra Sangha, Jagatika Lingayat Mahasabha and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Mahaparinirvan Committee will be observing 67th Mahaparinirvan Diwas of Dr. Ambedkar in Kalaburagi city on Wednesday.

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After FIRs, Bengal BJP MLAs attempt to clean Ambedkar statue in Assembly

A day after FIRs were registered against BJP MLAs for alleged disrespect to national anthem, the party’s legislators sparked a fresh controversy

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Prakash Ambedkar’s invite to Rahul Gandhi sparks talk of VBA joining INDIA

Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi (VBA) leader Prakash Ambedkar’s invite to Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to attend the ‘Samvidhan Samman Mahasabha’ to be held in Mumbai on November 25 has sparked speculation of the VBA joining the Opposition I.N.D.I.A. bloc.

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Countdown has started for exit of Congress government in Chhattisgarh: PM Modi

Chhattisgarh Assembly Election: Prime Minister Narendra Modi hitS out at the Congress over corruption and said the countdown has begun for the exit of its government in Chhattisgarh.

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PM Modi hits out at ‘corrupt, opportunistic politics’ of BRS, Congress

PM Modi accused BRS of deceiving Dalits, not fulfilling poll promises & indulging in corruption. He blamed Congress for insulting Babasaheb Ambedkar & criticized BRS govt for not cooperating with Centre & indulging in irrigation scams. He appealed to people to be wary of BRS & allies.

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From ‘untouchable’ to architect of India’s constitution: film tells story of Ambedkar

Documentary looks at lasting popularity of Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, one of the founders of modern India, who championed the rights of Dalits

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‘The Buddha was a master teacher who catered his message for different audiences,’ says author Douglas Ober

‘Dust on the Throne’ offers a new perspective on the history and revival of Buddhism in India. Douglas Ober, an honorary research associate in the Centre for India and South Asia Research, questions the modernist view of the Buddha, and the prevalence of ritual practice and animist cults among early…

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VBA only alternative to combat BJP, says Prakash Ambedkar

VBA chief Prakash Ambedkar posits party as vibrant Opposition to BJP, criticizes Congress and NCP for their alliance with Gautam Adani.

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‘Great spoiler of 2019 polls’, Prakash Ambedkar, rolls dice again

Prakash Ambedkar said he will pressure Uddhav Thackeray to choose between VBA and Congress-Sharad Pawar alliance. Eknath Shinde's Shiv Sena faction offered alliance to Ambedkar, but he said no to talks as long as Shinde is allied with BJP.

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Prakash Ambedkar hardens stance over alliance with Congress, gives seven-day ‘ultimatum’ to respond

Vanchit Bahujan Aghadi chief Prakash Ambedkar has hardened his stance on allying with Congress and INDIA bloc for 2024 General Election, giving ultimatum of one week to respond to his alliance offer. If no response, VBA will contest all 48 Lok Sabha seats in Maharashtra on its own.

The Hindu

Hindus have to give Sanatana Dharma profundity

.T.M. Krishna argues that Sanatana Dharma, often used as a synonym for Hinduism, has been weaponised by Hindutva extremists. He calls for a philosophical churn within Hinduism to end caste discrimination and recognise the bigotry of caste-privileged Hindus. Ambedkar's words, read alongside his critiques of Hinduism, remain offensive to many,…

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Modi will not return as PM after Lok Sabha election: VBA chief Prakash Ambedkar

Prakash Ambedkar claims BJP, RSS trying to create Hindu-Muslim divide to win 2024 election. He believes Modi won't return as PM and peace will return after election. Congress, NCP wary of alliance with VBA due to 2019 alliance with AIMIM. VBA will open account in 2024 election.

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Prakash Ambedkar to PM Modi: Either file FIR against ‘corrupt’ NCP leaders, else apologise to Sharad Pawar and country

Prakash Ambedkar demands PM Modi to file FIR against NCP leaders or apologize to Sharad Pawar. VBA, Congress & Shiv Sena to stage agitations if no action taken. PM accused NCP of ₹70,000 cr. corruption in irrigation, cooperative bank & mining sectors.

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