New Delhi, India — The family of Kavin Selvaganesh, a 23-year-old Dalit software engineer who was allegedly murdered in an honor killing, has accepted his body following five days of protests. Tensions surged in Tamil Nadu as the case shone a light on deep-rooted issues of caste, love, and violence. Authorities have arrested a sub-inspector … Read more
Sivagangai, India — A third-year Dalit student was grievously injured in a caste-motivated attack by three men in the vicinity of Melapidavur in Sivagangai district, police said Friday. The incident occurred Wednesday while the student, identified only as Ayyasami for his safety, was riding home on a motorbike. Police reported that the assailants, who are … Read more
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh – Reports of caste-based discrimination continue to plague India, with Dalit individuals enduring frequent attacks and assaults during wedding processions. Recently, two contrasting incidents have come to light, showcasing the stark divide in treatment based on caste. In one incident in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, a Dalit groom faced a violent attack as … Read more
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – The recent allegations against a constable of the Uttar Pradesh Police have once again cast a dark shadow over the reputation of the law enforcement agency. A 25-year-old Dalit nurse was allegedly raped and then hanged by the constable, who had been exploiting her for an extended period, misleading her with … Read more