Congress leaders accuse BJP, RSS of turning India into neo-fascist state
The leaders also questioned hailing of Ambedkar by right wing outfits as they claimed the saffron organisations were always opposed to the ideology of the Constitution architect.
Apr 09, 2016, 18:31 PM IST
Good news: Ambedkar's birth anniversary to be observed for 1st time at UN
The birth anniversary of BR Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution and Dalit rights activist, would be observed at the United Nations for the first time with focus on combating inequalities to achieve Sustainable Development Goals.
Apr 09, 2016, 11:15 AM IST
Tension in Ghaziabad after Ambedkar statue vandalised
A heavy police force was deployed around Ambedkar Park which is situated in an area inhabited largely by Dalit families.
Feb 27, 2016, 18:54 PM IST
Ex-Arunachal CM Tuki likely to be disqualified under anti-defection law
Former Arunachal Pradesh chief minister Nabam Tuki is likely to be disqualified as member of the state Assembly and the Congress Party under the anti-defection law.
Feb 25, 2016, 14:46 PM IST
Constitution doesn't permit gender discrimination: Shashi Tharoor on no entry to women in Sabarimala
Amid the row over Kerala's Sabarimala temple denying entry to women, Congress leader Shashi Tharoor on Wednesday asserted the Indian Constitution does not permit gender discrimination and added that they should be allowed to enter whichever shrine they chose to visit.
Feb 10, 2016, 14:44 PM IST
Incumbent on us to maintain sanctity of constitution: President
The Indian constitution is an enduring document that reflects our aspirations and it is incumbent on those holding constitutional positions to maintain the sanctity of this sacred text, President Pranab Mukherjee said on Tuesday.
Feb 09, 2016, 23:10 PM IST
PM Modi says Ambedkar's economic thought and vision not fully understood
Describing BR Ambedkar as a great visionary, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday said his economic thought and vision is still not fully understood, even though his contribution towards social justice have been fully recognised.
Dec 06, 2015, 14:00 PM IST
President Mukherjee, PM Modi remember BR Ambedkar on his 60th death anniversary
Mukherjee, Ansari and Modi offered floral tribute at the Dalit mascot's statue in Parliament House lawns.
Dec 06, 2015, 10:48 AM IST
Parliamentary debate over alleged intolerance in India commences
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Nov 30, 2015, 11:47 AM IST
PM Narendra Modi reaches out to Opposition, says consensus more important than majority rule
In the backdrop of ongoing debate on alleged intolerance in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday adopted a highly conciliatory approach towards the Opposition and said the government would rule by consensus and not force decisions through majority.
Nov 27, 2015, 22:54 PM IST
Parliament's Winter Session: When Lok Sabha reverberated with PM Modi's 'Idea of India'
PM Narendra Modi on Friday in Lok Sabha explained what 'Idea of India' means to him and his government at the Centre.
Nov 27, 2015, 18:36 PM IST
Winter Session of Parliament, Day 1: Govt says secularism `most misused` term, Congress hits back
On the first day of the Winter Session, the Lok Sabha took up a discussion on 'Commitment to India's Constitution' as a part of BR Ambedkar's 125th birth anniversary celebrations.
Nov 26, 2015, 23:44 PM IST
Rajnath Singh's remarks on 'secularism' nonsensical: Rajinder Sachar
Former Delhi High Court Chief Justice Rajinder Sachar on Thursday termed as "nonsensical" Home Minister Rajnath Singh's remarks that "secularism" was the "most misused" word and it be translated as "panth nirpeksh" in Hindi, even as he expressed surprise that BJP leaders still have not learnt lessons from their drubbing in Bihar polls.
Nov 26, 2015, 22:47 PM IST
Constitution's basic ideals, principles under threat: Sonia Gandhi
Congress chief Sonia Gandhi on Thursday targeted the government on issue of intolerance alleging that ideals and principles of the Constitution were under threat and being attacked deliberately.
Nov 26, 2015, 14:51 PM IST
'India should not be silent during difficult times'
"In this very hard time, a big portion of Indian population has decided to remain silent," eminent social activist Teesta Seetalvad has said, referring to the rise in communal activities across the country.
Oct 31, 2015, 15:18 PM IST
SC order on NJAC to uphold independence of judiciary: Ganguly
Former Supreme Court Justice AK Ganguly on Friday said National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) is not a solution to the shortcomings present in the collegium system for appointment of judges.
Oct 16, 2015, 19:42 PM IST
