Upper caste members allegedly obstruct Dalit woman’s funeral in Maski, verbal spat ensues
Raichur – Tension prevailed in Anandagal village under Pamanakallur Gram Panchayat limits of Maski taluk after members of an upper caste community allegedly obstructed the funeral of a Dalit woman. The woman, identified as Rangamma Yallappa from the Dalit colony of Anandagal village, had passed away on Sunday. On Monday, when her family and villagers were preparing to perform the last rites at the public cremation ground, a man belonging to the Panchamasali Lingayat community, along with his family members, allegedly opposed the funeral. They reportedly claimed ownership of the land adjacent to the cremation ground and objected, stating, “The land belongs to us, we won’t allow a funeral here.” This led to a verbal altercation at the site. As the news reached authorities, police and revenue officials rushed to the spot and intervened. They warned the objectors and ensured that the funeral was allowed to proceed. A local resident named Siddu said, “Funerals have been conducted at this site for many years. This is a public cremation ground meant for everyone. But they only raise objections when someone from the SC community dies.” Authorities have not yet confirmed whether a formal complaint has been filed in the matter. Courtesy : Vartha Bharati Note: This news is originally published on https://varthabharati.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
Kharge’s missed chance sparks Dalit chief minister debate
Bengaluru: Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge’s admission that he was denied the chief minister’s post in 1999 has rekindled debate over Dalit representation in Karnataka politics, triggering sharp reactions from BJP and measured responses from Congress. At a public event in Vijayapura, Kharge revealed that despite leading Congress’ Legislature Party (CLP) during the 1999 assembly elections, the party chose SM Krishna as CM. His remark drew a swift and stinging response from opposition leader R Ashoka, who accused Congress brass — especially the Gandhi family — of sidelining Dalit functionaries. “Kharge spoke about not being made CM and has now demanded to be appointed to the post to clear a debt owed to him,” Ashoka said. “Minister (KN) Rajanna has already spoken about a revolution, and Kharge’s has nicely times his demand, like hitting a ripe mango with a stone.” He also pointed out that Siddaramaiah, who came from JD(S), was made CM while Kharge, a long-serving Congress loyalist, was overlooked. “I will not predict the future, but MLAs have confirmed that a deal has already been made in Congress,” Ashoka said. “Discussions about a CM change are ongoing across all districts in Congress.” BJP state president BY Vijayendra also weighed in, claiming Kharge had openly shared his “pain and disappointment” with people of the state. “Despite working for 40-50 years in the party and contributing to its organisation, Kharge revealed that he was denied the CM’s post. Kharge’s comments indirectly exposed how the Gandhi family, Congress party, and Siddaramaiah have been unjust to Scheduled Castes and Tribes,” he said. Meanwhile, Congress functionaries offered mixed reactions. NS Boseraju, science and technology minister, defended Kharge’s remarks, saying they were intended to inspire party workers. “Kharge had an opportunity, but Krishna became CM. We should understand the message. Kharge spoke with the intention that many such opportunities will come,” Boseraju said. Home minister G Parameshwara refused to comment. On Jagalur legislator B Devendrappa recently suggesting his name for the CM post, Parameshwara said it was “not the right time to discuss the issue”. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https://timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
Dalit teenager gangrape case: Case registered against four accused in Sant Kabir Nagar, action taken on the complaint of the victim’s mother
A case of gangrape and video recording of a Dalit teenager has come to light in Sant Kabir Nagar’s Kotwali Khalilabad area. The police have registered a case against four accused on the complaint of the victim’s mother. The incident took place on 27 July 2025 at around 4 pm. According to the victim’s mother, her minor daughter had gone to the pond outside the village to defecate. There, Ansh Kumar, Aryan, Rohan Kannaujiya and Shivam Singh of the same village surrounded her. It is alleged that Ansh pushed the teenager to the ground. Shivam and Aryan held both her hands. After this, Ansh raped the victim. Rohan made a video during this time. After the incident, all four accused started watching the video together. The victim reached home crying and told the whole incident to her mother. Inspector Kotwali Khalilabad Pankaj Kumar Pandey said that on the complaint of the victim’s mother, a case has been registered against the four accused and the matter is being investigated. Devilal Gupta Courtesy: Hindi News
Federation of backwards and dalit seers confronts Rambhapuri Peetha
Davanagere: The Federation of Backwards sates and Dalit seers requested Veerasomeshwara Swamiji of Rambhapuri Peetha to demonstrate the Peetha’s secular credentials and substantiate claims regarding caste-based monasteries’ societal influence. The federation expressed strong disapproval of Veerasomeshwara Swamiji’s remarks in Bhadravati about “caste-based monasteries have corrupted society.” They indicated potential protests if the statement remains unrestricted. During the press conference held in the city on Monday, Immadi Siddharameshwara Swamiji of Bhovi Gurupeeta explained that caste monasteries emerged due to the systematic exclusion of backwards and Dalit communities. These institutions, whilst bearing caste names, promote social unity rather than division. Purushottamanandapuri Swamiji of Bhageeratha Gurupeeta noted that caste-based monasteries wouldn’t exist if Panchapeetas properly integrated marginalised communities through education and values. He highlighted the current leadership’s reluctance to engage with Swamijis from marginalised communities. Basavamurthy Madara Channayya Swamiji criticised Rambhapuri Shri’s stance as contradicting human religious principles, noting that Panchapeethas should respect all communities. The federation demanded the immediate retraction of Rambhapuri mutt seer’ss statement, warning of unified opposition in Davanagere if clarification continues. Various pontiffs attended, including those from Kanaka, Valmiki, Yadav, Narayanaguru, Helava, Reddy, Kumbara, Hadapada, and Medara Gurupeetas. ‘Will you return the Rs 100 crore grant?’ “Over Rs 100 crore of govt grants were used under the name of Beda Jangama. Branch monasteries of the Panchapeetas received these grants. Prove that these are truly monasteries belonging to the scheduled castes. Otherwise, issue a white paper regarding the govt grants received,” challenged Immadi Siddharameshwara Swamiji. He questioned, “In 2003, the demands made by the Panchapeetas to the central govt regarding reservations did not remain secret. What is your contribution to communities other than your caste?” Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https://timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
Dalit youth hacked to death over inter-caste love
Tirunelveli: A 27-year-old scheduled caste (SC) youth was hacked to death by his girlfriend’s brother in Palayamkottai on Sunday afternoon, in an alleged case of caste killing. The accused surrendered before police on Monday, while the girl’s mother and father, both police inspectors, are absconding. The deceased, C Kavin Selva Ganesh, of Eral in Tuticorin district, belonged to pallar community, and was working in an IT firm in Chennai after completing his BE. Police said Kavin was in a relationship with S Subhashini from KTC Nagar in Palayamkottai, who he was acquainted with from childhood. However, Subhashini’s family, who hailed from the maravar community, did not approve of the relationship, and had threatened him earlier. Kavin ignored it and told his younger brother, Praveen Selgar, also an IT employee, about it. Subhashini worked as a siddha practitioner at a clinic in KTC Nagar. On Tuesday afternoon, Kavin went to see Subhashini at the clinic to consult her for his grandfather’s treatment. At that time, her brother Surjith, 21, asked him to come outside, saying he would accompany him to talk to their parents. Instead, Surjith verbally abused Kavin with casteist slurs for talking to his sister. He then pulled out a sickle and attacked him. Though Kavin tried to get away, he was chased and hacked to death by Surjith before fleeing. Palayamkottai police registered a case under sections 296 (b), 103 (1), 49 BNS r/w 3 (1) (r), 3 (1) (s), 3 (2) (v) of the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act 2015, including for murder. The body of the deceased was sent for post-mortem examination. Sujith was arrested after he surrendered before police on Monday. Terming it a caste killing, Kavin’s parents alleged that the murder was instigated by Subhashini’s parents Krishnakumari and Saravanan. Further investigation was going on. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https://timesofindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
17-year-old youth shot by police after he attacks scheduled caste youth, sub-inspector
The injured has been admitted to the Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital. A 17-year-old teen was shot at and injured, by police at Paappaakudi in Tirunelveli, early on Tuesday (July 29, 2025), after he and his associate attacked a Dalit youth with a machete and attempted to attack the police personnel who tried to arrest them. According to police, two 17-year-old boys from Paappaakudi in the district, both belonging to most backward community and already facing a few cases, attacked Sakthi, 22, of Rastha near Paappakudi, with a machete around 1.30 a.m. He was injured in the attack. Paappaakudi police, led by Sub-Inspector Murugan, rushed to the spot. As the boys, carrying machetes, chased the police also, they scurried away for safety. Mr. Murugan entered a house nearby. The dwellers of the house locked the main door once the police officer entered. “The armed teens who followed Mr. Murugan landed multiple blows on the door with machetes. However, the Sub-Inspector of Police opened fire at one of the attackers, who was injured in the hip. On seeing his associate fall, the other fled the spot,” police said. The injured has been admitted to the Tirunelveli Medical College Hospital. A few villagers said the problem started after a minor scuffle broke-out between two caste groups who left the spot after the police entered the village. “However, the two teens, carrying arms, tried to attack the police, which led to the firing,” the villagers said. The Paappaakudi police are on the hunt to nab the teen who escaped. The Hindu Bureau Courtesy : The Hindu Note: This news is originally published on https://thehindu.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
Tamil Nadu Horror: Dalit techie hacked to death with sickle by girlfriend’s brother in Tirunelveli
A 27-year-old IT engineer was murdered in Chennai over an inter-caste relationship. The accused, Surjith, was arrested, and his parents, both sub-inspectors, face charges under the SC/ST Act. The victim had visited a clinic to meet his former schoolmate, leading to a fatal confrontation. An IT employee belonging to a Scheduled Caste has been hacked to death by a youth, allegedly over an inter-caste relationship, police have said. An IT employee belonging to a Scheduled Caste has been hacked to death by a youth, allegedly over an inter-caste relationship, police have said. A 27-year-old Dalit software engineer was brutally hacked to death in Tamil Nadu’s Tirunelveli district, allegedly over an inter-caste relationship, police said on Monday. The victim, Kavin Selva Ganesh, who was employed at a software firm in Chennai, belonged to the Devendra Kula Vellalar community, a Scheduled Caste group, according top PTI. The suspect, S Surjith, the brother of the woman Ganesh was reportedly in a relationship with, has been arrested and booked under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Shockingly, police confirmed that both of Surjith’s parents are serving as sub-inspectors, and a case has been registered against them as well. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, when Ganesh had gone to a Siddha clinic in Tirunelveli town to meet S Subhashini, a practitioner at the facility and his former schoolmate, reportedly to seek treatment for his ailing grandfather. An argument allegedly broke out between Ganesh and Surjith outside the clinic. Police say Surjith, enraged over the inter-caste relationship, attacked Ganesh with a sickle. His body was later discovered around 200 metres from the clinic. A post-mortem was conducted at the Tirunelveli Government Hospital. Subhashini’s family belongs to the Maravar community, a dominant caste group in southern Tamil Nadu. According to police, her family had long opposed her relationship with Ganesh due to caste differences. According to News18 report, the accused’s parents — both sub-inspectors attached to a battalion in Manimuthar — have also been named in the FIR following a complaint by Ganesh’s mother, S Tamilselvi, who alleged that they had issued repeated threats to her son. “My son is an innocent person. The woman asked him to come to the hospital. The accused took my son out, threw chilli powder on his face, and attacked him with a machete… The government should immediately expel his mother and father from service. We will not receive my son’s body unless action is taken,” News18 quoted the victim’s father, Chandrashekar. The news report also claimed that a police officer confirmed that Surjit and his parents have been booked under relevant sections of the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act and the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Courtesy : Mint Note: This news is originally published on https://mint.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights.
Congress’s big rally in Patna before Bihar elections, Rahul Gandhi will be involved, plan to show strength
Before the Bihar assembly elections, Congress is going to hold a big rally at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Many big leaders including Rahul Gandhi will attend this rally. Congress wants to show its strength by holding an election rally before the code of conduct is imposed, so that they can get enough time for election campaign. Patna: Before the Bihar assembly elections, the Congress party is going to hold a big rally in Patna. This rally will be held at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Rahul Gandhi and many big leaders of the party will attend the rally. Congress has planned to hold an election rally before the code of conduct is imposed. The rally can be held in the last week of August or in September. The date of the rally will be decided after getting Rahul Gandhi’s approval. This decision was taken by Congress leaders in a meeting today. Plan to show its strength by holding a big rally Congress is fully prepared for the assembly elections to be held in Bihar. The party wants to show its strength by holding a big rally in Patna. The rally will be held at Gandhi Maidan, so that more and more people can be reached. Rahul Gandhi will also attend the rally, which will increase enthusiasm among the workers. More time will be available for election campaign Congress wants to hold a rally before the code of conduct is imposed. This will give them more time for election campaign. The date of the rally has not been decided yet. But, it can be held in the last week of August or in September. The date will be announced after Rahul Gandhi’s approval. In the meeting held today, Congress leaders discussed the preparations for the rally. They made many plans to make the rally a success. Ajay Maken’s screening committee will recommend the names of the candidates Earlier, a screening committee has been formed under the chairmanship of Ajay Maken for Bihar elections by Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge. The committee will recommend the names of the candidates. Meanwhile, an attempt will be made to instill enthusiasm and zeal among the Congress workers through the rally at Gandhi Maidan in Patna. Edited by: Ravi Sinha About the author Ravi Prakash Sinha is a Senior Journalist (Principal Digital Content Producer) at Navbharat Times Online. He has 25 years of experience in current affairs, Jharkhand-Bihar politics and ground reporting. Ravi Sinha has been working with NBT (Digital) for the last 3 years. Courtesy : Hindi News
The end of the love of Sania of Baghpat and Dalit youth Sagar will make you cry, both paid a heavy price for falling in love
The walls of religion and caste in Baghpat killed a love story. The society did not accept the relationship of Muslim girl Sania and Dalit youth Sagar. In this case of honor killing, Sania was murdered, while Sagar is still missing. Baghpat News: A case of honor killing has come to light from Baghpat in Uttar Pradesh, which will shock you. This love story that came to light from Baghpat will shake your heart. Another love story has died in the name of society’s thinking and false honor. Let us tell you that Sania and Sagar loved each other. Sania was from a Muslim family and Sagar was from the Dalit community. This relationship between the two became the reason for their death. What is the whole story? The incident is from Palda village of Doghat police station area of Baghpat. Sania was from the Muslim community and belonged to an influential family of the village. While Sagar was the son of a Dalit and poor labourer. Sagar worked at a brick kiln in Himachal Pradesh. When Sagar returned to the village on festivals, both of them started meeting each other. Slowly with time, their relationship turned into love. But people bound by the chains of society, religion and caste could not accept this relationship. Caught while trying to escape According to the information, both of them tried to meet each other several times secretly from their families and run away together. The last time they ran away from the village, the family members caught them on the way. After this, Sagar was beaten badly and thrown somewhere in a half-dead condition. While Sania was taken home and first killed and then suffocated by placing a pillow on her face. Attempt to hide murder Let us tell you that after the murder of Sania, her body was quietly buried in the village graveyard. Due to the village being Muslim majority, no one raised any question for two days and the matter was completely suppressed. The secret was revealed by the father’s plea During this time, when there was no news of Sagar, his father started searching. After this, the father lodged a complaint with the police about his son’s disappearance and feared that his life was in danger. Understanding the seriousness of the matter, the police started investigating. Some suspects were detained and the revelations made during the interrogation shocked everyone. The secret of the murder was revealed during interrogation The layers of the entire murder case started getting revealed during the interrogation of some suspects detained by the police. During interrogation, the accused created a sensation by confessing to the murder of Sania. After the confession, the police took immediate action and dug up Sania’s grave and took the body into custody and sent it for post-mortem. On the other hand, Sagar is still missing and no clue about him has been found, which has further deepened the concern about the case. Manudev Upadhyay Courtesy : Hindi News
Dalit tractor driver assaulted: Lekhpal suspended in Khaga, police registered Dalit harassment case
The Lekhpal of Garha village has been suspended for assaulting a Dalit tractor driver in the Dhata police station area of Fatehpur district. The police have registered a case of Dalit harassment against the Lekhpal and one of his companions. According to the incident, Nanka Sonkar, a resident of Narihai village of Dhata police station area, alleged that when he reached the private borewell of Lekhpal Kailash Nath Shukla posted in Garha Khas village of Kishanpur circle with bricks in a tractor, the Lekhpal and one of his unknown companions abused and assaulted him without any reason. The victim had given a written complaint to the police and demanded action. On the basis of this complaint, the police have registered a case against the accused Lekhpal and his companion and started investigation. Dhata police station in-charge Ankur Kaithwas said that the matter is being investigated and further action will be taken on the basis of that. SDM Abhineet Kumar has suspended the Lekhpal with immediate effect. Vikash Trivedi Courtesy: Hindi News