B.r. Ambedkar News - Latest Updates & Headlines
Now Rahul Gandhi urges Telangana govt to enact Rohith Vemula Act
Hyderabad, April 21: Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, on Monday, urged the Telangana government to enact the Rohith Vemula Act against caste discrimination in educational institutions.
K'taka govt orders draft of Rohith Vemula Act aimed at ending discrimination in educational institutions
Bengaluru, April 19: The Karnataka government on Saturday ordered to prepare a draft of the Rohit Vemula Act aimed at ending discrimination towards students of oppressed communities in educational institutions.
Responsibility of everyone to reach out to people: CM Revanth Reddy directs MLAs to visit villages on key government decisions
Hyderabad, April 16: Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has urged all party MLAs to intensify public outreach and counter what he described as the opposition's false propaganda.
K'taka BJP holds 'Bheema Hejje' centenary celebration
Belagavi, April 15: Karnataka BJP held a valedictory ceremony of the 'Bheema Hejje' centenary celebration on Tuesday to mark the occasion of B.R. Ambedkar's visit to Nippani town in Belagavi district.
UP CM's zero poverty will also prove to be 'jumla': Akhilesh Yadav
Lucknow, April 15: Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Tuesday took a jibe at the Yogi Adityanath government, saying that its zero poverty programme in the name of B.R. Ambedkar will prove to be another 'jumla'.
Not just India, Baba Saheb inspired the entire world with his vision: Rajasthan CM
Jaipur, April 14: Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma, while addressing the 134th birth anniversary celebration of Dr. B.R.
Respect for Ambedkar only under NDA: Union Minister
Hubballi, April 14: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs Pralhad Joshi said on Monday that it was the NDA government that accorded the highest respect to the architect of the Constitution B.R. Ambedkar, who had long been ignored by successive governments since the pre-Independence era.
Gujarat CM flags off Nagar Yatra in Ahmedabad, marks Ambedkar's 134th birth anniversary
Gandhinagar, April 15: Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel flagged off a Nagar Yatra in Ahmedabad on the occasion of Dr. Bhimrao Ambedkar's 134th birth anniversary on Monday, according to the Gujarat CMO statement.
New York City honours father of Indian democracy with official day
By Reena Bhardwaj, New York, April 15: New York City has proclaimed April 14 as "Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar Day," recognising the principal architect of India's Constitution on what would be his 134th birth anniversary.
Uttarakhand CM honoured by Dr Ambedkar Mahamanch for implementing UCC
Haridwar, April 14: Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami was honoured by Dr B.R. Ambedkar Mahamanch at a program in the city for implementing the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state.
Ambedkar's ideas received delayed recognition, claims Tripura CM Saha
Agartala, April 14: Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on Monday said that the chief architect of the Constitution, B. R.
Fulfil Ambedkar's dream of social transformation, says Maha guv
Mumbai, April 14: Maharashtra Governor C.P. Radhakrishnan on Monday called upon citizens to strive towards fulfilling the dream of social transformation envisioned by Bharat Ratna Dr B.R. Ambedkar. rnSpeaking at Chaityabhoomi on the occasion of Dr Ambedkar’s 134th birth anniversary, the Governor stressed the need to build a society based on social and economic equality.
Nehru never opposed Ambedkar: Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, April 14: Responding to criticism by the BJP against the Congress party’s alleged “ill treatment” and “insult” to B. R. Ambedkar, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah clarified on Monday that the first Prime Minister Jawahar Lal Nehru did not oppose the architect of the Constitution.
Delhi Mayor shares stage with MCD commissioner days after seeking his sacking
New Delhi, April 14: Just two days after Delhi Mayor Mahesh Khichi sought the sacking of MCD Commissioner Ashwani Kumar, the two top civic functionaries were seen sharing a stage on Monday as the Corporation rewarded its employees on the 135th birth anniversary of Baba Saheb Dr B.R. Ambedkar.
Telangana starts implementation of SC sub-categorisation
Hyderabad, April 14: The Telangana government on Monday started implementation of the Scheduled Caste sub-categorisation Act.
Andhra Guv, CM pay tributes to Babasaheb Ambedkar
Amaravati, April 14: Andhra Pradesh Governor Syed Abdul Nazeer and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu on Monday paid rich tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr B.R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary.
How Dr Ambedkar was 'humiliated and marginalised' in Nehru govt: BJP brings out 'truth' via dramatized videos
New Delhi, April 14: While the nation celebrates the 135th birth anniversary of Baba Saheb Ambedkar, the key architect of India’s Constitution, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) renewed attack on the Congress party and its previous regimes, accusing it of not just demeaning his contributions to the country but also conspiring to erase his legacy.
Foreign invaders exploited internal divisions in Indian society, says Mohan Bhagwat
Kanpur, April 14: Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) chief, Dr Mohan Bhagwat, on Monday said that foreign invaders exploited internal divisions in Indian society and took advantage of it.
Guiding light who gave us Constitution: Delhi CM Rekha leads tributes on Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 14: On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta, Minister Manjinder Singh Sirsa, and several MLAs paid floral tributes to Dr Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar, remembering his monumental contribution to Indian democracy and social justice.
Tamil superstar-turned-politician Vijay pays floral tribute to Ambedkar
Chennai, April 14: TVK president and popular actor Vijay paid floral tributes to Dr B.R. Ambedkar on his birth anniversary on Monday.
Telangana's welfare initiatives inspired by Ambedkar's ideology: CM Revanth
Hyderabad, April 14: Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said on Monday that the Telangana government's welfare initiatives for Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and minorities are deeply rooted in the ideology of Dr B.
Prez Murmu, PM Modi pay floral tributes to Ambedkar in Parliament
New Delhi, April 14: On the occasion of Ambedkar Jayanti, several prominent leaders gathered at Prerna Sthal within the Parliament premises to pay heartfelt tributes to Baba Saheb Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary.
Mayawati pays tribute to Ambedkar, calls for unity among Dalits to gain 'master key to power'
Lucknow, April 14: Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) supremo Mayawati on Monday paid tributes to Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary and called upon Dalits, backward classes, Adivasis, and other marginalised communities to unite in order to attain what she described as the "master key to power."
Dr Ambedkar's ideals will give strength to Viksit Bharat, says PM Modi
New Delhi, April 14: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid homage to Dr Bhim Rao Ambedkar on his birth anniversary on Monday, asserting that Baba Saheb's vision and principles continue to inspire the journey towards making India a self-reliant and developed nation.
Babasaheb provided strong foundation to India's democratic heritage: HM Shah pays tribute on Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 14: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday paid rich tributes to Bharat Ratna Dr Bhimrao Ambedkar, the principal architect of the Indian Constitution, on the occasion of his birth anniversary.
President to lead Ambedkar anniversary event in Parliament tomorrow
New Delhi, April 13: President Droupadi Murmu will lead the nation in paying tributes to Babasaheb Dr. B.R. Ambedkar on his 135th birth anniversary at Prerna Sthal in Parliament House lawns on Monday, an official said.
Mansukh Mandaviya leads 'Jai Bhim Padyatra' in Patna, asks youth to achieve Viksit Bharat
Patna, April 13: Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister, Mansukh Mandaviya, said on Sunday that the youth of the nation should draw inspiration from the vision, legacy, and exemplary works of B.R. Ambedkar and other great leaders in India's journey towards Viksit Bharat.
'Fake Gandhis' conspired to stop Ambedkar centenary celebrations in Karnataka: Union Minister
Hubballi: , April 13 (IANS) Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, on Sunday, alleged that "fake Gandhis" conspired to prevent the centenary celebrations of B.R. Ambedkar's visit to Nippani town in Karnataka.
Delhi CM flags off marathon as part of Ambedkar Jayanti celebrations
New Delhi, April 13: In a vibrant prelude to Ambedkar Jayanti, Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Education Minister Ashish Sood flagged off a marathon event in the national capital on Sunday.
MP govt names wildlife sanctuary after B.R. Ambedkar
Bhopal, April 12: In a significant gesture to honour B.R. Ambedkar, the legendary figure and architect of the Indian Constitution, the Madhya Pradesh government has unveiled its latest wildlife sanctuary named after him.
Ambedkar was insulted by Congress, BJP restored his honour: Arjun Meghwal
Mumbai, April 11: Union Law and Justice Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Friday, accused the Congress of repeatedly insulting the creator of the Constitution, B.R. Ambedkar.
Cong gave away Hindu-majority areas where Ambedkar won to Pakistan: Union Minister
Bengaluru, April 11: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi, on Friday, launched a scathing attack on the Congress, saying the party had insulted B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution, at every step.
Congress anti-Dalit, wronged Ambedkar, insulted Kharge: Pralhad Joshi
Bengaluru, April 11: Union Minister for Food, Public Distribution and Consumer Affairs and BJP leader Pralhad Joshi on Friday launched a blistering attack on Congress, saying the grand old party was not only "anti-Hindu" but also against Dalits.
SC to remain closed on April 14 on account of Ambedkar Jayanti
New Delhi, April 1: The Supreme Court of India will also remain closed on April 14 this year on account of the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the chief architect of the Indian Constitution.
PM Modi's vision of reverence for Dr Ambedkar reflected in holiday: Anurag Thakur praises the decision
New Delhi, March 28: BJP leader Anurag Thakur lauded the government's decision to announce a public holiday on April 14, marking the birth anniversary of Dr B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of India's Constitution.
Gujarat govt extends deadline for public suggestions on Uniform Civil Code till April 15
Gandhinagar, March 19: Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Committee Chairperson, Justice Ranjana Desai, has urged the residents of Gujarat to submit their suggestions and opinions regarding the proposed UCC in the state.
K'taka budget: Don't use funds reserved for Dalits for guarantee schemes, BJP to Siddaramaiah
Bengaluru, Feb 27: Leader of Opposition in the Karnataka Legislative Council, Chalavadi Narayanaswamy, has strongly urged the Congress led government in Karnataka and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah not to use the Scheduled Caste Sub-Plan (SCP) and Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) funds reserved for Dalits in the upcoming budget to fulfil guarantees.
Delhi: AAP alleges 'Ambedkar-PM Modi photo swap' in CMO, BJP calls it a 'lie'
New Delhi, Feb 24: An eventful first day of the new Delhi Assembly on Monday saw bitter exchanges, inside and outside the House, between the ruling BJP and the Opposition AAP over an alleged 'Ambedkar-PM Modi photo swap' in Chief Minister Rekha Gupta's office.
Portraits removed from CM's office: Atishi accuses BJP of insulting Baba Saheb, Bhagat Singh
New Delhi, Feb 24: Former Delhi Chief Minister Atishi on Monday launched a blistering attack at the newly sworn-in BJP government in the national Capital and accused it of belittling and demeaning the legacy of Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar and Shaheed Bhagat Singh.
Oppn MPs accuse BJP of 'attempting to alter' Constitution
New Delhi, Feb 11: A storm of political outrage erupted in Parliament on Tuesday as Opposition leaders expressed fierce condemnation of the BJP-led government, accusing it of "attempting to alter" the Constitution and "undermine" the legacy of B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Constitution.