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The Advocate Rakesh Kishore is a 71-year-old Indian lawyer enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi (enrollment no. D/1647/2009) since 2009. Born in Koli family of Bareilly Uttar Pradesh on September 10, 1954, he resides in Mayur Vihar Phase 1, Delhi , and is described as a relatively low-profile figure in legal circles, with limited visibility in high-profile cases prior to October 2025. He identifies as a Koli ( Scheduled caste in Uttar Pradesh) and a staunch Sanatani (Hindu traditionalist), often expressing strong views on religious and cultural issues, particularly those related to Sanatan Dharma . The Supreme Court Incident (October 6, 2025) On October 6, 2025, during routine proceedings in Court No. 1 of the Supreme Court of India, Kishore allegedly removed his sports shoes and attempted to hurl one at Chief Justice of India (CJI) B.R. Gavai . He was heard shouting slogans such as " Sanatan ka apman nahi sahenge " (We will not tolerate the insult to Sanatan Dharma) ...

India's first petrol pump was established in 1928 in Mumbai (then Bombay) by Burmah Shell (now Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited). The establishment of this pump coincided with India's early automotive era, serving wealthy business families, British officials, and even Maharajas who owned luxury cars like Rolls-Royces. The petrol pump was initially located on Hughes Road (now Annie Besant Road in Worli, Mumbai). It was set up by Burmah Shell (a joint venture of Royal Dutch Shell and Burmah Oil Company), which was later nationalized and renamed Bharat Petroleum (BPCL) in 1976. The station featured two hand-operated pumps and a storage capacity of 200–300 gallons (900–1,200 litres). Fuel was imported from Burma (Myanmar), Iran, and West Asia, transported via ships, and then delivered to the station in drums using trucks or bullock carts. Petrol cost was between 6 paise and 12 paise per litre (1–2 annas), which was relatively expensive given that the average daily income was le...

The 1931 Census of India, overseen by Census Commissioner J.H. Hutton, was the last comprehensive enumeration of castes before India's independence. Its methodology reflected the colonial administration's attempts to classify and understand the complex social structures of Indian society. Methodology of Caste Enumeration in the 1931 Census Self-Identification and Aspirational Claims : Individuals were asked to state their caste, which led to numerous aspirational claims. Many communities sought to elevate their social status by adopting names and identities associated with higher castes. This phenomenon, known as "Sanskritization," involved communities like the Yadavs and Patidars asserting Kshatriya lineage or Brahmin status, often supported by caste associations and petitions to census authorities. Lack of Standard Definitions : The census did not provide formal definitions for terms like "caste," "tribe," or "race." This absence le...

India's upcoming Census 2025, which includes the first comprehensive caste enumeration since 1931, is expected to commence in early 2025 and conclude by March 2026. This timeline follows a significant delay from the originally scheduled 2021 census due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related logistical challenges. Key Phases of the Census House Listing Phase : This initial phase involves collecting basic information about households, such as their location and amenities. Population Enumeration Phase : The main phase where detailed demographic data, including caste information, will be collected. This will be the first time since 1931 that comprehensive caste data is gathered, apart from the Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs), which have been counted since 1951. The entire process is anticipated to take approximately 18 months, with final results expected by March 2026. Delimitation and Future Census Cycles Following the completion of Census 2025, a delimitation exercis...

Rajput-Muslim Matrimonial Alliances in Medieval India: A Historical Analysis Introduction The medieval period of Indian history witnessed the rise and interaction of various powerful dynasties, among which the Rajputs and the Mughals hold significant prominence. The Rajputs, a collection of martial clans primarily located in central and northern India, possessed a strong tradition of valor and independence. Their kingdoms often presented formidable obstacles to the establishment of overarching empires in the subcontinent. The Mughal dynasty, which originated in Central Asia, gradually expanded its influence in India from the 16th century onwards, eventually establishing a vast and enduring empire. The relationship between these two powers was multifaceted, characterized by periods of intense conflict as well as strategic cooperation. A key aspect of this interaction was the practice of matrimonial alliances, particularly during the Mughal era, which played a crucial role in shaping the...

Meaning of Randput and Rajmoot: Randput: means the son of concubine (Rakhel). Rajmoot: means the urine (Peshav) of royals I have some Rajput friends and i have discussed this hesitate topic with them. I asked them that why are you called as Randput and Rajmoot by other caste so they replied me that some of the jealous peoples from other castes such as Chamar, Jat, Brahmins, Yadavs and Marathas called the Rajput as Randput and Rajmoot because Rajputs married their daughters, sisters and females to Mughal to secure their territories. Second reason is that Rajput is not a individual caste or real caste because most of the Rajputs are from other castes who converted to Rajput from their original caste, for example, Jadeja Rajput (Jareja Rajput) is not a Rajput caste, Jadejas were seperate tribe in Gujarat and Sindh region but Jadejas were rich, prosperous tribe and were rulers of several princely states and many jagir. Rajputs of Gujarat tried several times to be mixed with Jadejas of Guja...