Babasaheb Ambedkar

Congress' Poll Promise To Ban Bajrang Dal In Karnataka Is 'To Appease Muslims': Himanta Sarma

The Congress party on Tuesday in its manifesto for the upcoming May 10 Karnataka Assembly elections said it will take "decisive action" as per law including banning organizations like Bajrang Dal.

May 03, 2023, 09:50 AM IST

Bollywood pays homage to Babasaheb Ambedkar on birth anniversary

Sharing an Ambedkar quote Ayushmann Khurrana tweeted: "Birth never decides worth. - Dr. B.R Ambedkar #AmbedkarJayanti"

Apr 14, 2020, 20:10 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi urges officers to take postings in backward district

The NITI Aayog has identified 115 aspirational districts from different parts of the country which the government intends to transform by 2022.
 

Jan 05, 2018, 20:27 PM IST

Note ban has its roots in Ambedkar's economic thinking: UP CM Yogi Adityanath

Attributing demonetisation of higher denomination notes to the "economic thinking" of Babasaheb Ambedkar, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath today said the Centre displayed "immense political willpower and courage" in demonetising the currency notes of Rs 1,000 and Rs 500.

Apr 14, 2017, 18:43 PM IST

PM Narendra Modi pays tributes to BR Ambedkar on 126th birth anniversary

Prime Minister Narendra Modi today paid tributes to dalit icon BR Ambedkar on his 126th birth anniversary.

Apr 14, 2017, 10:14 AM IST

Maharastra minister sets up committee for Babasaheb Ambedkar memorial in London

The plans are being financed by the Maharashtra government's budget of Rs 10 crores set aside for the 125th birth anniversary celebrations of Babasaheb​ Ambedkar.

Feb 02, 2017, 12:45 PM IST

Mahaparinirvan Diwas: PM Narendra Modi pays tributes to BR Ambedkar

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Tuesday, paid rich tributes to Bharat Ratna BR Ambedkar on his 60th death anniversary.

Dec 06, 2016, 13:54 PM IST

India will always be thankful to Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar for his service to nation: PM Narendra Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday paid tributes to the father of Indian Constitution Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar on his 60th death anniversary.

Dec 06, 2016, 09:02 AM IST

PM emphasises on connecting with spirit of Constitution

"Babasaheb means Constitution and Constitution means Babasaheb. Such accomplishment is unparallelled," PM Modi said, at an event.

Nov 25, 2016, 13:43 PM IST

Govt must take society into confidence: Cong on Uniform Civil Code

In the face of strong opposition to the Uniform Civil Code by Muslim outfits, the Congress Party on Saturday said it is the society`s free will to accept something and the government`s duty to assure the same.

Oct 15, 2016, 12:59 PM IST

Apology sought from Azam Khan over controversial Ambedkar remark — Know what the SP leader said

Condemning senior Samajwadi Party leader Azam Khan for his controversial remark on BR Ambedkar, BSP president Mayawati on Wednesday demanded an apology from him for hurting the sentiments of Babasaheb's followers.

Sep 07, 2016, 19:03 PM IST

Congress feared BR Ambedkar's intelligence: Manohar Parrikar

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar on Saturday accused the Congress of trying to suppress Babasaheb Ambedkar due to fear of being overshadowed by a Dalit leader.

Aug 06, 2016, 22:39 PM IST

Tribute to Ambedkar: Centre proposes amendment in SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act to ensure speedy justice for Dalits

In a major boost for the Dalit community, which will ensure speedy justice to them, the Centre on Saturday made it mandatory for police to file chargesheet within 60 days after a complaint is lodged.

Apr 23, 2016, 18:15 PM IST

Dalit girl case: Vasundhara Raje slams Rahul Gandhi

Hitting back at Congress Vice President Rahul Gandhi for targeting her government over the case of the 17-year-old Dalit girl who was allegedly raped

Apr 15, 2016, 02:28 AM IST

PM Modi ​launches campaign to boost rural development; accuses Congress of 'undermining' Ambedkar's legacy

Launching the 'Gram Uday Se Bharat Uday' movement, the PM said there is a need to strengthen the foundation of our villages.

Apr 14, 2016, 15:35 PM IST

Rohith Vemula's family embraces Buddhism, says `we'll be free from daily humiliation`

Rohith Vemula's mother Radhika and brother Naga Chaitanya Vemula were given 'deeksha' at a function in Dadar in Mumbai.

Apr 14, 2016, 12:32 PM IST

Rohith Vemula's brother, mother to embrace Buddhism in Mumbai today

Today is the 125th birth anniversary of Babasaheb Ambedkar, the Dalit icon and the principal architect of the Indian Constitution.

Apr 14, 2016, 08:45 AM IST

Sonia, Rahul to take part in Ambedkar event in Nagpur; to address rally

All Congress MPs and MLAs from Maharashtra will also attend the event along with senior functionaries of AICC and the Congress Working Committee.

Apr 09, 2016, 19:23 PM IST

PM Modi likely to attend Ambedkar's birth anniversary programme in MP on Apr 14

 Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend the 125th birth anniversary celebration of BR Ambedkar at his birth place Mhow in Indore on April 14.

Mar 15, 2016, 14:28 PM IST