‘Main women’s cricket ke liye eligible hoon’: Anaya Bangar urges ICC, BCCI to include transgender athletes; post goes viral
NEW DELHI: Anaya Bangar, child of former India cricketer Sanjay Bangar, has called upon the International Cricket Council (ICC) and Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to support transgender cricketers. Currently, transgender cricketers are not allowed to participate in women’s cricket. This ban was implemented during the ICC board meeting following the 2023 ODI World Cup. Anaya shared an eight-page scientific report detailing her transition journey as a transgender athlete. Bangar plans on submitting these findings to the ICC and BCCI. Courtesy : MSN Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/ and is for use by the non-military/non-commercial community, especially those in the human rights sector.
SHRC seeks probe into death of dalit woman
Idukki: State human rights commission has directed Idukki’s district police chief to investigate death of a dalit woman in Peermade’s Meenmutty forest area and submit findings within four weeks. The order came during an SHRC sitting at Peermade Govt Guest House. Seetha, 42, from Plakkathadam colony, was found dead on June 13. SHRC chairman Justice Alexander Thomas issued this directive following a petition by human rights activist Guinness Madasamy requesting an independent probe. While Seetha’s husband Binu claimed she was killed by an elephant when they were collecting forest produce with their children, the postmortem results didn’t support this claim. Binu told relatives that he and the children narrowly escaped the alleged attack. The case will be reviewed once the report is received. TNN Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/ and is for use by the non-military/non-commercial community, especially those in the human rights sector.
NPCC holds blood donation camp on Rahul’s b’day
Dimapur: The Nagaland Pradesh Congress Committee (NPCC) on Thursday organised a special blood donation camp at the Congress Bhavan in Kohima to commemorate the birthday of party leader Rahul Gandhi. “The event served as a meaningful platform for the people to come together in the spirit of service and donate blood — a precious gift of life,” the Pradesh Congress said in a release. Nagaland’s lone Lok Sabha MP and NPCC president S Supongmeren Jamir expressed his gratitude to all those who generously came forward to donate blood. He also extended heartfelt appreciation to the medical staff from Naga Hospital Kohima for their professional and dedicated service throughout the camp. Later in the day, as part of the celebrations, the MP, accompanied by other party workers, visited the Kohima Orphanage and donated essential supplies to the children. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/ and is for use by the non-military/non-commercial community, especially those in the human rights sector.
Cong celebrates Rahul’s birthday with charitable works
Lucknow: The UP Congress workers and leaders celebrated the 55th birthday of Rahul Gandhi with charitable works and exchanging sweets at the party units. In Lucknow, AICC in charge for UP Avinash Pandey and state president Ajay Rai along with national secretary Rajesh Tiwari distributed fruits and food items to inmates of Adarsh Leprosy Ashram in Ashiana. In Amethi, party workers went to local hospitals to distribute fruits. Thereafter, the state-level leadership organised a cake-cutting ceremony, where they celebrated and prayed for Rahul’s wellbeing by exchanging sweets. Akhilesh wishes Rahul on his birthday Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi. “Heartfelt birthday greetings to Rahul Gandhi ji and best wishes for a harmonious, inclusive, and accommodating socio-political activism,” he said. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/ and is for use by the non-military/non-commercial community, especially those in the human rights sector.
Rahul to Akhilesh: We will raise PDA’s voice together
Lucknow: Amid ongoing blow-hot-blow-cold ties between SP and the Cong — the two key INDIA bloc constituents — Cong MP Rahul Gandhi and SP chief Akhilesh Yadav not only exchanged pleasantries on X, but the former also assured the latter that they would raise the voice of PDA together. The PDA (backwards, Dalits and minorities) was the term coined by the SP chief to appeal to the OBCs, SCs and Muslims before the 2024 Lok Sabha elections. On the occasion of Rahul’s 55th birthday, Akhilesh took to his X handle to extend greetings. “Heartfelt congratulations to Rahul Gandhi on his birthday and best wishes for his harmonious, inclusive, and comprehensive socio-political activism!” wrote Akhilesh. In response to the post, Rahul wrote back: “Akhilesh ji, thank you very much for your wishes. We will continue to raise the voice of the people of Uttar Pradesh — especially the PDA — even more strongly from the streets to Parliament. Together, firmly.” This was the first time after the 2024 Lok Sabha polls that the two leaders spoke publicly about ‘moving ahead together’. It comes close on the heels of Akhilesh’s press statement announcing that the INDIA bloc would contest 2027 UP elections together amid the UP Congress’s organisational building workshop focusing on fortifying their unit in all the 403 seats of the state. UP state leaders, however, maintained that there was no rift with the SP. “The so-called rift between SP and us was a handiwork of the BJP propaganda peddlers who are scared of the power of the INDIA bloc,” said Ajay Rai, UP Congress president. AICC incharge for UP, Avinash Pande, said: “Organisational building is a primary commitment of party leadership with its followers and workers. We have been working on all the 403 seats of UP to be able to take on the BJP in a much stronger way. Strengthening Congress means fortifying the INDIA bloc as well,” he said. Courtesy : TOI Note: This news is originally published on https:/timesofindia.com/ and is for use by the non-military/non-commercial community, especially those in the human rights sector.
Tribal girls forced to eat rotten food in Dungarpur, father MP told TAD minister- “Don’t sleep after eating religion’s powder…”
The authorized capacity of the hostel is 100 girls, irregularities are done by registering fake attendance of 100 girls in the records, whereas currently only 50-60 girls are studying in the said hostel, when the girls talk of complaining about all the above matters, they are threatened with expulsion from the hostel. Dungarpur- In the Scheduled Tribe Girls Hostel built behind the SBP College building of the district, the girls are being forced to eat rotten food for a long time. These girls preparing for competitive examinations have to cook food themselves, because the hostel administration is not providing them clean and nutritious food. In this case, the girls recently complained to the collector and showed evidence, after which the collector ordered an inquiry by the Tribal Area Development (TAD) officials. After the matter came to light, Bharat Adivadi Party MP Rajkumar Roat has targeted TAD Minister Babulal Kharari in harsh words over the condition of the girl students. Roat wrote in a post on x, “The government claims to spend crores and billions for tribal welfare, but in reality that money is lost to corruption. This is the condition of the multipurpose tribal girls hostel in Dungarpur under the BJP rule in Rajasthan, where the system is in shambles and corruption is at its peak. The girls are forced to eat rotten food. TAD Minister Babulal Kharari, don’t sleep after eating the powder of religion. Due to your indifference, corruption is at its peak in the hostels of the TAD department under your tenure. The future of thousands of tribal children is going into darkness, there is still time to wake up from sleep as soon as possible and take immediate action against such corrupt wardens and material suppliers.” Roat has written a letter to the TAD minister stating that poor quality, insect-infested and harmful food is being served in the multi-purpose tribal girls hostel in Dungarpur for a long time, due to which many students fell seriously ill recently, and the hostel also lacks cleanliness, clean drinking water, electricity, security and educational facilities. The warden and cook-helper are not present regularly, due to which the students are forced to make rotis themselves. Apart from this, the CCTV cameras in the hostel have been shut down for the last one year, there are no basic educational facilities like library and computer. As per the rules, the warden is required to reside in the hostel, but she goes to her own home after 6 pm every day. The authorized capacity of the hostel is 100 students, irregularities are done by registering fake attendance of 100 students in the records whereas currently only 50-60 students are studying in the said hostel, when the students talk of complaining about all the above matters, they are threatened with expulsion from the hostel. Rot demanded an impartial investigation of the said case and strict action against the guilty warden, food supplier, cook-helper, and related officials. In this case, TAD Deputy Commissioner SP Kaswa told the media that on the report of the students, the department conducted a preliminary investigation in the hostel and found that the students are being made to work there and there is no watchman. There is a provision of sweet food once a week, but that is also not being given. Investigation has been started on the basis of the report. Tribal Army condemned this incident and wrote in a post, “Serving food with insects to girls in the tribal girls hostel of Dungarpur is inhuman and shameful. These girls have come for education, not for exploitation. Strict action should be taken against the culprits. We are with the victim girls.” Courtesy: Geetha Sunil Pillai, Hindi News
MP: Deadly attack on Congress leader Pradeep Ahirwar after asking his caste, said – “Attacked with sword after identifying Dalit”
Incident of Ganjbasoda in Vidisha district, Ahirwar said – “Jungle Raj in the state” Bhopal. A shocking and shameful incident has come to light in Vidisha district of Madhya Pradesh, where a deadly attack was made on Congress leader and former member of Scheduled Caste Commission Pradeep Ahirwar after asking his caste. This incident happened late on Sunday night around 11:30 pm, when Pradeep Ahirwar was returning from Ganjbasoda to Bhopal. According to the information received, hundreds of unknown attackers stopped his Scorpio car, and first asked his name, then after knowing his caste, attacked him with swords. Pradeep Ahirwar showed wisdom and somehow took the car out of the spot and informed the police, and reached Ganjbasoda police station in the night itself and lodged an FIR. However, he did not get any injury in this incident. “Attack was done after knowing the name and caste” In a conversation with The Mooknayak, Pradeep Ahirwar said, “The attackers first asked my name. When I told my name and they came to know about my caste (Dalit), they immediately started attacking with swords.” He further said, “There is no such thing as law and order left in the state. The common man is not safe in the rule of Chief Minister Mohan Yadav. This is a direct caste-based attack. Strictest action should be taken against the accused.” “There was a fight between groups, but the attack was on Pradeep Ahirwar” Vidisha Superintendent of Police Rohit Kashwani told The Mooknayak, – “This was a fight between two groups. Pradeep Ahirwar was not the target, but his car was targeted. A report has been filed and investigation is going on. Efforts are being made to identify the accused.” However, Pradeep Ahirwar’s allegations are different from this. He says that this is not a normal factional fight but a well-planned caste violence. In this case, a case has been registered under SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, Section 307 (attempt to murder) of Indian Penal Code, and Section 147, 148, 149 (rioting and assault with deadly weapons). After this incident, there is a lot of outrage among Congress leaders and Dalit organizations. SC Congress has termed this attack as power-protected casteism. State Congress spokesperson Ravi Rahul said in a conversation with The Mooknayak, “If a Dalit leader can be attacked like this, then what is the guarantee of the safety of common Dalits?” He further said, this incident highlights the serious situation of caste violence in Madhya Pradesh. This is not only an attack on a politician, but also a big question on the social security of the Dalit community and the law and order of the state. We strongly condemn this incident. Courtesy : Ankit Pachauri, Hindi News
MP Congress reserves general secretary post for transgender community, historic initiative towards social justice
Articles 15(1) and 15(4) of the Indian Constitution empower the state to make special provisions for socially and educationally backward classes. Giving this reservation to the transgender community confirms this sentiment. Bhopal. A historic decision has been taken in the upcoming organizational elections of Madhya Pradesh Youth Congress. The organization has given a strong message towards social justice by reserving a post of state general secretary for the transgender community. This step is not only important from the point of view of political inclusion, but also makes a resonant advocacy for the rights of marginalized communities in society. The nomination process was completed by 5 pm on May 13. This is the first time within the Youth Congress that an attempt is being made to give representation to the transgender class in the leadership position. The demand for reservation for marginalized classes in political parties has been going on for a long time, but such examples are rare in practice. This decision of the Youth Congress can become an inspirational beginning in this direction. A big step towards inclusion in politics The transgender community has often fought for identity, respect and opportunity. Even after the Supreme Court granted legal recognition to the ‘third gender’ in 2014, their opportunities for representation in mainstream politics have been very limited. Youth Congress reserving the post of general secretary shows that the organization now wants to prepare the ground for change by giving this class an opportunity to lead. Sociologists and human rights activists have praised this decision. Talking to The Mooknayak, sociologist Dr. Imtiaz Khan said, “Representation in politics is the basis of real participation. By giving reservation to the transgender community, Youth Congress has taken the initiative to give practical shape to the principle of social justice of the Constitution.” The contribution of the transgender community in the politics of Madhya Pradesh has been historic and inspiring. But today the situation is at zero. In the year 2000, Shabnam Mausi won the by-election from Sohagpur assembly seat and got the honour of becoming the country’s first transgender MLA. She defeated candidates from major parties like BJP and Congress while contesting as an independent candidate and secured around 40.8% of the votes. Her victory paved a new path for the transgender community not only in the political arena but also at the social level. Shabnam Mausi stressed on issues like corruption, unemployment and poverty during her tenure and raised her voice for the rights of the transgender community in society. Madhya Pradesh gave the country not only the first transgender MLA but also the first transgender mayor. In 1999, Kamla achieved this feat by winning the election for the post of mayor of Katni Municipal Corporation. However, later the court annulled her election, saying that she was not eligible for the women’s reserved seat. Despite this, Kamla ‘Bua’ won the mayor’s post in the Sagar Municipal Corporation election in 2009, which was another significant achievement for the transgender community. These achievements opened new doors of participation in politics for the transgender community and promoted their acceptance in society. But then transgender representation was not seen. Bhopal-based researcher Pragya Sharma, while talking to The Muknayak on the conditions of the transgender community, said that the biggest problem of this community is social disdain. Being kept away from the mainstream of society, discrimination and humiliating behavior have become the biggest reasons for backwardness in their lives. Their access to basic facilities like education, employment and health is extremely limited. Pragya Sharma believes that political representation of the transgender community can prove to be a big initiative towards changing this situation. If they get an opportunity to participate in the decision-making process, they will not only be able to raise their voice, but will also be able to play an active role in policy making, which will ensure their rights and dignity. The Constitution gives rights Article 15(1) and 15(4) of the Indian Constitution gives the state the right to make special provisions for socially and educationally backward classes. Giving this reservation to the transgender community confirms this sentiment. This decision has the potential to bring change not only in politics but also in society. It is also clear under the Transgender Act, 2019 that governments and institutions should ensure special opportunities in employment and education for this community. Understanding this responsibility, Youth Congress has set a strong example by giving reservation in leadership roles. Transgender Sanjana Singh welcomed the decision of the Congress Party and told The Mooknayak that the transgender community should get equal opportunities not only in the political field but in every field of life. She said that this step is a commendable initiative towards inclusiveness and equality, which will promote the participation of transgenders in society. Congress Party is in favor of social justice Speaking to The Mooknayak, Congress spokesperson Vivek Tripathi said, “The Youth Congress has reserved the post of state general secretary for the transgender community. This is a symbol of our commitment towards social justice. Our national president Mallikarjun Kharge and the entire party, including Rahul Gandhi, are in favour of giving political representation to the deprived and marginalised communities. Therefore, we are trying to bring such communities forward in the organisational structure. This initiative of the party will be recognised as a bold step in political history.” Cortesy : Ankit Pachauri, Hindi News
Skeletons thrown out of graves for soil! Dalit community hurt by barbarism of mining mafia in Gujarat, appeals to CM for justice
Lilaben Makwana of Parnaala village and other people of Dalit community submitted a memorandum in Surendranagar Collectorate stating that the mining mafia not only looted natural resources by illegally mining soil but also deliberately tried to spread communal hatred by targeting the cemetery of Scheduled Castes. Surendranagar – The mining mafia has committed an act that shames humanity in Parnaala village of Limbdi taluka of the district. In this village, illegal soil mining was done by targeting the cremation ground of Scheduled Caste community and human skeletons buried there were taken out and thrown. This disgusting act not only hurt the religious and emotional sentiments of the community but also created an atmosphere of fear and communal tension in the area. The villagers have expressed deep anger over the inaction of the local administration and police in this matter and have demanded immediate action by submitting a written complaint to the Chief Minister, Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Surendranagar Collector and Superintendent of Police. Lilaben Makwana of Parnaala village and other people from the Dalit community submitted a memorandum to the Surendranagar Collectorate, giving a detailed account of the incident. According to them, the mafia damaged the crematorium and ruthlessly threw out the skeletons buried there during illegal mining. This act has deeply hurt the sentiments of the relatives of the deceased. Not only this, these anti-social elements did not even respect the rights of the village sarpanch and closed the crematorium from all sides, making it impossible for the community to use it. The local community informed the local police and administrative officials verbally and in writing several times in this matter, but no attention was paid to their complaints. The villagers say that the arbitrariness of the mining mafia and the silence of the administration have forced them to convey their matter to the higher authorities. They have warned that if immediate action is not taken in this matter and any untoward incident happens, the district administration will be solely responsible for it. They say that the mining mafia not only looted natural resources by illegally mining soil but also deliberately tried to spread communal hatred by targeting the cemetery of the Scheduled Castes. For this, they have demanded to register a case under the Indian Penal Code (BNS) and Scheduled Castes and Tribes Atrocities Prevention Act (Atrocity Act) and immediate arrest of the accused. Apart from this, there is also a demand to seize all the vehicles used in illegal mining and impose heavy fines. The villagers have also demanded that police security be arranged in their localities, so that such incidents can be prevented in future. Along with this, the Gram Panchayat has been demanded to free the crematorium from the possession of domineering elements by taking action under the Land Grabbing Act. The community also requested that the criminal history of the mining mafia be checked and if they are found to be repeatedly involved in such crimes, they should be expelled from the district. Apart from this, the Dalit community has given many concrete suggestions for the development and security of the crematorium. They have demanded that a paved road be built for access to the crematorium, security walls and gates be built all around, benches be installed for sitting, trees be planted and a room be built to keep equipment. Grants have been demanded from the Gram Panchayat, Taluka Panchayat and District Panchayat for these works. Also, the District Development Officer has been requested to approve the development works of the crematorium through special grants. Given the seriousness of the matter, the community has demanded that a joint team of Deputy Collector, Mamlatdar and Deputy Superintendent of Police be formed to visit the spot and submit a factual report to the state government through the District Collector. Calling the incident a violation of human rights, the community has appealed to the administration for quick and transparent action. Social worker Kirit Rathod of Navsarjan Trust visited Parnaala village and submitted a written memorandum to the Chief Minister, Social Justice and Empowerment Department, Surendranagar Collector, Superintendent of Police and other responsible officials in this matter. He termed the incident as a well-planned conspiracy against the Scheduled Caste community and demanded a thorough investigation from the administration and strict action against the culprits. Courtesy: Geetha Sunil Pillai, Hindi News
Gujarat: Dalit youth was going to take Shrikhand, casteist people did not like his style, so they beat him up and cut his hair!
The Gondal police have registered a case under sections 140(2), 324(2), 352, 54 (assault, kidnapping, property damage) of the Indian Penal Code (BNSS) 2023 and sections 3(1)(e)(r)(s), 3(2)(5) (caste insult and violence) of the SC/ST Act. Rajkot- Casteism is deeply rooted in society. In recent years, there has been an alarming increase in cases of caste violence, where Dalits and members of backward classes not only have to face social discrimination, but also physical violence and humiliating behavior. Similarly, a shocking incident has come to light in Gondal taluka of Rajkot, Gujarat, where a Dalit youth was beaten up by using caste-specific abuses and his hair was forcibly cut. The victim Kunalbhai Meghjibhai, who lives in Sadakpipliya village, has lodged a complaint with the Gondal police. Talking to The Mooknayak, 24-year-old Kunalbhai said that he has been living on rent with his parents and sister in Nareshbhai Jamod’s house in Sadakpipliya for five years. Kunal works as a laborer in Kesari Nandan factory near Bharudi Pariya and has studied up to class 9. Kunal told about the incident, “On the night of June 11, around 8:30 pm, I had left home on my motorcycle to get Shrikhand. Then the accused Satishbhai Vekariya and Markand Vyas came in front of me on their motorcycle and said, “Jadiaara (caste slur), where are you going?” and abused me. I stopped my motorcycle and asked them not to abuse me. To this, they said, “This is not your father’s village,” and started beating me with sticks. I ran away from there and reached Bajrang Dairy lane, but both of them came there on their motorcycle and then beat me with a stick. They pushed me against the wall and hit me and then took me to Bapa Sitaram temple on their motorcycle.” Kunal further said, “In the temple, they again beat me with a stick. Prayagbhai Prafulbhai Chauhan was also present there. Satish and Markand asked Prayag to bring scissors. Prayag brought scissors, with which Satish and Markand cut my hair. While cutting my hair, they were saying, “This Jadiara has long hair, he likes to keep long hair!” This was my first meeting with these two. They also broke the headrest and indicator of my motorcycle. The matter did not end here, after this Kunal returned home and told his neighbors about the incident. About an hour later, Satish again came to his house with a motorcycle and started abusing Kunal and his mother Manisha Ben. The landlord Nareshbhai pacified him and sent him away. Kunal told that he had suffered physical injuries, so he called 108 ambulance. Both mother and son were taken to Rajkot Government Hospital, where doctors confirmed serious injuries. On Kunal’s complaint, Gondal police have registered an FIR against the three accused. Indian Penal Code has been registered in the case. Sections 140(2), 324(2), 352, 54 (assault, kidnapping, damage to property) of the BNSS Code, 2023 and sections 3(1)(e)(r)(s), 3(2)(5) (caste-based insult and violence) of the SC/ST Act have been imposed. Courtesy : Geetha Sunil Pillai, Hindi News