Tony Joseph Unveils Ancient Origins of Caste in Indian History Congress Lecture

December 29, 2025

Tony Joseph Unveils Ancient Origins of Caste in Indian History Congress Lecture

At the 84th Indian History Congress, Tony Joseph discussed how the caste system began around the first millennium BCE and evolved under political and social pressures, highlighting the key roles of Brahmanas and rulers.

Fire Rages Through Two Coaches of Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express Near Yelamanchili

December 29, 2025

Fire Rages Through Two Coaches of Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express Near Yelamanchili

A fire broke out early Monday morning in two coaches of the Tatanagar-Ernakulam Express near Yelamanchili station, Andhra Pradesh. Coaches were badly damaged but initial reports say no casualties. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze while officials investigate the cause.

1,000 Teachers Removed by Police in Chennai Protesting Pay Disparity

December 29, 2025

1,000 Teachers Removed by Police in Chennai Protesting Pay Disparity

Over 1,000 secondary-grade teachers protested in Chennai demanding equal pay. Police removed and detained them as protests enter third day, calling for pay anomaly fix.

Scheduled Caste Woman Cook Faces Caste Bias at Karur School; Complaint Filed Under SC/ST Act

December 29, 2025

Scheduled Caste Woman Cook Faces Caste Bias at Karur School; Complaint Filed Under SC/ST Act

A Scheduled Caste woman cook in Karur was stopped from working due to caste bias. She filed a complaint leading to FIR against the school headmistress under the SC/ST Act.

Mid-air Helicopter Crash in New Jersey Kills One, Injures Another

December 29, 2025

Mid-air Helicopter Crash in New Jersey Kills One, Injures Another

Two helicopters collided mid-air and crashed in Hammonton, New Jersey. One person died, another is critically injured. Fire and thick smoke cover the crash site. Emergency crews are on scene, and the search for more victims is ongoing.