B. R. Ambedkar
Indian jurist, economist, politician and social reformer (1891–1956)
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Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar was an Indian jurist, economist, social reformer and political leader who chaired the committee that drafted the Constitution of India based on the debates of the Constituent Assembly of India and the first draft of Sir Benegal Narsing Rau. Ambedkar served as Law and Justice minister in the first cabinet of Jawaharlal Nehru. He later renounced Hinduism, converted to Buddhism and inspired the Dalit Buddhist movement.
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Ambedkar Jayanti 2025: History, significance, inspirational quotes, here's all you need to knowAmbedkar Jayanti is a way to remember Bhimrao Ramji Ambedkar's, who is also known as the Father of the Indian Constitution, life and honour his continuous efforts for social justice, equality, and..DNA - Published | |
'Very strange': BJP slams Rahul Gandhi over 'Constitution thousands of years old' remarksBharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leaders have strongly criticized Congress leader Rahul Gandhi's recent statement that the Indian Constitution is "thousands of years old." The BJP leaders highlighted that..IndiaTimes - Published | |
Rahul Gandhi insulted Ambedkar, Congress never gave due to Sardar Patel: BJPThe BJP has strongly criticized Rahul Gandhi's remarks about the Constitution's age, calling it an insult to B.R. Ambedkar and a display of ignorance. The party also refuted Congress president..IndiaTimes - Published | |
PM Modi's Trip dispels saffron rift buzz ahead of key pollsPM Modi's visit to the RSS memorial in Nagpur solidified BJP-RSS ties amid speculation about BJP's next president. Modi's interaction with RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat also coincided with the Hindu New Year..IndiaTimes - Published | |
'Our govt always followed Babasaheb's path': PM Modi pays tribute to Ambedkar in NagpurPrime Minister Narendra Modi visited Deekshabhoomi in Nagpur, paying homage to BR Ambedkar and reaffirming his government's commitment to social justice. Modi also paid tribute to RSS founders at..IndiaTimes - Published | |
KTR slams Telangana government for hosting beauty contests amid farmer suicidesBRS leader K T Rama Rao criticised the Telangana government's Rs 55 crore allocation for beauty contests, highlighting the neglect of farmer suicides and water scarcity. He questioned the benefits of..IndiaTimes - Published | ‘Worse than the British’: Kejriwal targets BJP, Congress in first major speech since Delhi debacle, invokes Bhagat SinghArvind Kejriwal criticizes both BJP and Congress for neglecting Bhagat Singh and BR Ambedkar’s legacies, alleging collusion between the two parties. At a rally, he highlights BJP's removal of iconic..IndiaTimes - Published |
People with invader mindset are a threat to India: RSS' Dattatreya HosabaleRSS general secretary Dattatreya Hosabale has identified individuals with an 'invader mindset' as a threat to India and criticized the glorification of figures like Aurangzeb. He emphasized that..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Babasaheb's dream remains unfulfilled': Rahul Gandhi's new interview on caste censusCongress leader Rahul Gandhi and professor Sukhadeo Thorat discuss the need for a caste census in India and highlight BR Ambedkar's movement against caste discrimination. Gandhi emphasizes that the..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Wo log chitr to lagate rahe lekin ...': BJP's Manoj Tiwari slams AAP amid Ambedkar, Bhagat Singh photo controversyAAP accused the BJP-led government of removing photos of Dr Ambedkar and Bhagat Singh from the Delhi Chief Minister's office. BJP denied these claims and displayed pictures showing the portraits..IndiaTimes - Published | Day after CEC selection, Congress, BJP cross swords over processRahul Gandhi urges the top collegium to hold off on appointing the new CEC until the Supreme Court reviews the selection law. He cites Ambedkar's warning against executive interference in the Election..IndiaTimes - Published |
Delhi elections: Four reserved seats shed reservationsBJP has secured the highest number of reserved seats since 1993, winning 4 out of the 12 SC constituencies, including Mangolpuri for the first time. This marks a significant shift from previous..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress dislike for Ambedkar backed by documents: PM ModiPM Narendra Modi criticized Congress for adopting the 'Jai Bhim' chant, accusing them of previously showing disdain towards B R Ambedkar. He highlighted Congress's reluctance in recognizing Ambedkar's..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Constitution, Emergency, family first': PM Modi's big attack on Congress in Rajya Sabha addressPrime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the Congress party for its alleged appeasement politics and for prioritizing family interests. He highlighted instances of freedom suppression during the..IndiaTimes - Published | Select outfits like RSS and industrial houses running country: Congress' Rahul Gandhi in PatnaCongress leader Rahul Gandhi claims that organizations like RSS and industrial houses control India. He advocates for a caste census and removing the 50% reservation cap. Gandhi also criticizes RSS..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress to hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on Jan 21Congress will hold 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim and Jai Samvidhan' rally in Karnataka's Belgaum on 21st January to demand Union Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his statement on BR Ambedkar, KC..IndiaTimes - Published | Nehru was accidental PM, says BJP's Manohar Lal Khattar; Congress hits backBJP's Manohar Lal Khattar called Nehru's appointment as India's first PM 'accidental', suggesting Vallabhbhai Patel or BR Ambedkar were more deserving. Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda retaliated,..IndiaTimes - Published |
Congress to launch campaign to attack Amit Shah over AmbedkarCongress is set to organize district-level "chaupals" demanding Home Minister Amit Shah's resignation over his remarks on B R Ambedkar. The month-long campaign, "Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan",..IndiaTimes - Published | Soros, Ambedkar, Nehru & Savarkar: Personalities who made news without knowing this yearIn 2024, Indian political leaders invoked historical figures like Ambedkar, Nehru, and Savarkar in their narratives and debates. Ambedkar's legacy was a focal point amidst clashes between the BJP and..IndiaTimes - Published |
NDA to put up united front to take on opposition over AmbedkarAt a meeting to counter criticism on the BR Ambedkar issue, NDA leaders, including home minister Amit Shah and BJP president J P Nadda, resolved to present a united front. Shah claimed his statements..IndiaTimes - Published | Temple restoration claims a quest for justice: RSS weeklyRSS-affiliated magazine 'The Organiser' emphasized the call for restoring temples now housing mosques as a matter of national identity and civilizational justice. The editorial advocates a truthful..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Need to give chance to new power, leadership': Mallikarjun Kharge at CWC meet after assembly polls debacleCongress chief Mallikarjun Kharge emphasised the need for organizational empowerment and nurturing local leadership. He criticised PM Modi for not addressing Amit Shah's remarks on B R Ambedkar. Kharge..IndiaTimes - Published | PM Modi launches Ken-Betwa link project, hails Ambedkar visionPM Narendra Modi criticized the Congress for not recognizing BR Ambedkar's contributions to India's water resource development while highlighting the Ken-Betwa river linking project's benefits,..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Speak in united voice': Key NDA leaders meet in Delhi over Congress' Ambedkar attackIndiaTimes - Published | BJP deploys CMs to target 'anti-Dalit' oppositionBJP launched a counter-attack against Congress, accusing its leaders of disrespecting B R Ambedkar. Key BJP figures, including UP CM Yogi Adityanath and Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, highlighted..IndiaTimes - Published |
'Insult' to Ambedkar to be top agenda of special Cong's Belagavi meetIn Belagavi, a special CWC meeting will address Union home minister Amit Shah's alleged insult of Ambedkar, with a 'Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan' rally. The Congress plans to finalize its action..IndiaTimes - Published | Tug of war over Ambedkar remarks: Opposition steps up attack, BJP launches counter offensiveIndiaTimes - Published |
'Drama, crocodile tears': BJP CMs' all-out coordinated attack on Congress amid Ambedkar rowThe BJP has launched a counterattack against the Congress over Amit Shah's remark on Ambedkar and a recent parliamentary scuffle. BJP leaders accused Congress of historic disrespect towards Ambedkar..IndiaTimes - Published | 'Unconstitutional, unethical insult of Baba Saheb Ambedkar': Yogi Adityanath calls out CongressIndiaTimes - Published |
'Drunk Constitution writers': Manish Sisodia slams Manoj Tiwari over misleading Arvind Kejriwal videoManish Sisodia accuses Manoj Tiwari of spreading misinformation over an edited video of Arvind Kejriwal. Tiwari's clip implied Kejriwal insulted the Indian Constitution, but the full video shows..IndiaTimes - Published | Congress always insulted Ambedkar, now claiming legacy, alleges BJPBJP alleges Congress disrespected B R Ambedkar during his lifetime by ignoring his contributions and not awarding him with Bharat Ratna or Padma awards. BJP leader Ravi Shankar Prasad demands an..IndiaTimes - Published |
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'Is there any other word for them?': Akhilesh Yadav defends party MLA's 'BJP a Hindu terrorist organisation' remarkSamajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav defended Suresh Yadav's remark calling the BJP a "Hindu terrorist organization." Yadav justified the label, citing the BJP's alleged hate-mongering, fake..IndiaTimes - Published | Parliament scuffle: Injured BJP MPs Pratap Sarangi and Mukesh Rajput discharged from hospitalTwo BJP MPs, injured during a scuffle with Congress leaders at the new Parliament building, were discharged from the hospital Friday. The confrontation arose from a BJP protest against alleged..IndiaTimes - Published |
BJP’s Shehzad Poonawalla slams Rahul Gandhi as ‘leader of propaganda, photography and panga’ after Haryana, Maharashtra lossesBJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla criticized Rahul Gandhi, labeling him the 'leader of propaganda' and 'panga', citing Congress's recent electoral defeats and Gandhi's alleged involvement in a..IndiaTimes - Published | Mayawati slams Congress for 'politics of pure deception and selfishness' over Ambedkar issue, targets BJP and SPBSP chief Mayawati criticized Congress's protests over alleged disrespect to BR Ambedkar in Parliament, accusing them of "deceptive politics." She claimed Congress and BJP exploit Ambedkar's name for..IndiaTimes - Published |
BR Ambedkar row: Congress to hold nationwide march against HM Amit Shah's remarksThe Congress party is going to organise nationwide protests on December 24 (Tuesday) against the remarks of Union Home Minister Amit Shah on B R Ambedkar.DNA - Published | Ambedkar row: Amit Shah bitten by 'rabid dog,' says Karnataka ministerIndiaTimes - Published |
‘You neglected Dalits’: JDU slams Arvind Kejriwal, supports Amit ShahAmidst a political clash concerning Ambedkar's legacy, the JD(U) countered AAP after Kejriwal suggested Nitish Kumar consider Amit Shah's remarks on the Dalit icon. JD(U)'s Sanjay Jha highlighted..IndiaTimes - Published | BJP will pay for attack on statute, BR Ambedkar, says CongressCongress continues to demand Home Minister Amit Shah's apology and resignation for allegedly insulting B.R. Ambedkar in Parliament. They also demand an apology from PM Modi for supporting Shah's..IndiaTimes - Published |
DNA TV Show: BJP, INDIA bloc engage in word of war over BR Ambedkar row on last day of winter sessionThe Parliament witnessed a huge ruckus over the BR Ambedkar row on the last day of the ongoing winter session. The ruling party and opposition INDIA bloc held protests against each other.DNA - Published | Double trouble: How Congress navigated winter storm in ParliamentThe Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) bloc experienced internal friction during the winter session of Parliament, with regional parties challenging the Congress's leadership...IndiaTimes - Published |
