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  Maulana Mahmood Madani backs caste-based census, calls it a step towards just governance

  India | June 17, 2025 21:08 IST

  Maulana Mahmood Madani stressed that accurate data would help ensure fair access to benefits and government schemes, particularly for marginalised communities that have long been overlooked.

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  MHA flags misinformation after Congress alleges U-turn: 'Case enumeration to be part of Census 2027'

  India | June 16, 2025 23:23 IST

  The Union Home Ministry said some misleading information is being spread that there is no mention of caste count in the gazette notification.

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  No clear strategy has come yet from govt on dealing with Pahalgam terror attack: Kharge at CWC meet

  India | May 02, 2025 23:42 IST

  CWC meeting: Noting that the party had extended all possible support to the Centre in the fight against terrorism at the last CWC meeting, Kharge said no clear strategy had come from the government yet.

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  Centre approves caste census: Here's how to apply for caste certificate online | Step-by-step guide

  India | May 02, 2025 13:52 IST

  The good news is that, in the era of Digital India, getting a caste certificate no longer requires running from one government office to another. You can now apply from the comfort of your home. Scroll down to check the step-by-step guide.

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  OPINION | Caste census: How Modi floored the opposition

  India | May 01, 2025 14:11 IST

  It is no secret that Modi decided to opt for a caste census with the Bihar assembly elections in mind. Bihar chief minister Nitish Kumar wanted a caste-based census, and Wednesday's CCPA decision is a clear change from the BJP's original stand.

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  India's last caste census was in 1931: A look into its findings and historical significance

  India | May 01, 2025 14:08 IST

  As the government prepares to include caste enumeration in the upcoming national census, it revives memories of the last full-fledged caste census which was conducted way back in 1931. The census, conducted under British rule, was the last official enumeration that recorded caste-wise data.