ANDHRA PRADESH CONGRESS
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TDP will regain past glory in Telangana soon, party restructure on cards: Chandrababu Naidu
Thanking the people for protesting against his arrest in September last year, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday said the Telugu Desam Party will soon regain its past glory in Telangana also. Addressing TDP workers here, Naidu said the party was born in Telangana (four decades ago) and soon it will be restructured.
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Naidu concludes his Delhi visit; emphasises on Centre's support to develop Andhra
AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu met PM Narendra Modi to seek support for post-bifurcation challenges, emphasizing a seven-point agenda and Amaravati projects. Naidu aims to attract investors, manage the opposition YSR Congress, and link Krishna-Godavari rivers. He prioritizes a business-friendly environment and will present Andhra's opportunities at the World Economic Forum.
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Why is Chandrababu Naidu tight-lipped on special category status for Andhra, asks YS Sharmila
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president YS Sharmila criticised Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu for not advocating for Special Category Status (SCS) for the state like Bihar did. Sharmila questioned Naidu's silence on the matter, highlighting the state's need for SCS over special packages. She urged Naidu to take action in the Legislative Assembly and push for SCS.
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Jairam Ramesh greets Naidu on B-day; reminds him of Andhra special category status 'promise'
Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh greeted former vice president M Venkaiah Naidu on his birthday on Monday and hoped that the "promise" he made on the floor of the Rajya Sabha that the BJP, when elected to power, will grant special category status to Andhra Pradesh for a period of ten years will get fulfilled soon. Naidu, who served as the 13th vice president of India from 2017 to 2022, turned 75 on Monday.
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Will Nitish Kumar walk the talk on special status for Bihar: Jairam Ramesh
Congress queries Bihar CM's action on special category status. TDP's silence on Andhra Pradesh's status questioned. JD(U) demands special package for Bihar, highlighting key issues of price rise and unemployment. NDA urged to probe paper leak cases for a comprehensive resolution.
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Veteran Congress leader D Srinivas passes away
D. Srinivas, former Andhra Pradesh Congress president and minister under YS Rajasekhar Reddy, passed away at 76. He played pivotal roles in state politics, serving as PCC president during the 2004 and 2009 elections. After leaving Congress, he served as a Rajya Sabha Member from 2016 to 2022, returning to the party later. His death prompted condolences from Chief Revanth Reddy, Union Minister G Kishan Reddy, Telangana ministers, and Congress leaders, marking the end of a significant political career.
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Centre needs to examine demands of AP, Bihar for special category status carefully: Rajiv Kumar
Former Niti Aayog vice chairman Rajiv Kumar emphasized the need for careful examination of Andhra Pradesh and Bihar's long-standing demand for special category status to prevent fiscal pressure on the Centre's resources.
Rushikonda Place row: Jana Sena Party leader says bureaucrats who permitted "illegal" construction must be suspended
Jana Sena Party Official spokesperson and General Secretary Bolisetti Satyanarayana alleged bureaucrats of serving as "slaves" to former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Jagan Mohan Reddy and permitting "illegal" construction of Rushikonda palace in Visakhapatnam.
Sharmila Reddy discusses Andhra roadmap with Kharge, Venugopal
Sharmila, the sister of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy, apprised Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge and party general secretary K C Venugopal of the plans to strengthen the party's organisational machinery and regain its lost political space in the state, where it failed to win a single seat in the assembly and Lok Sabha polls.
Karnataka fuel price hike: Rates still lower than neighbouring Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra
The Congress-ruled Karnataka government's move to raise local tax on auto fuels pushed petrol prices above Rs 100 a litre and diesel to Rs 89, but rates are lower than neighbouring Andhra Pradesh which has the costliest fuel in the country, oil industry data showed. The Karnataka government on June 15 hiked local VAT (value added tax) from 25.92 per cent to 29.84 per cent on petrol and from 14.3 per cent to 18.4 per cent on diesel.
Amaravati's revival: N Chandrababu Naidu's return sparks new hope for Andhra Pradesh's capital
Real estate agent Mehboob Khan in Amaravati is overwhelmed with messages as land prices surge due to the return of N Chandrababu Naidu and the TDP, with the slogan 'Boss is Back,' indicating a revival in the city.
Rajasthan, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh: Arun Singh built bonds, narratives for BJP
On March 21, BJP appointed party general secretary Arun Singh as the election in-charge of Andhra Pradesh. UP BJP leader Siddharth Nath Singh was made the co in-charge for the state. There was less than two months' time available for the duo to execute the alliance coordination and make it appear like a natural alliance between the BJP, TDP and Jana Sena.
Chandrababu Naidu assumes charge as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh
N Chandrababu took charge as Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh in Amaravati, signing important files. He was sworn in as the 18th CM in the presence of leaders from NDA.
How Pawan Kalyan is a a perfect fit for Andhra Pradesh’s political landscape
Pawan Kalyan's Jana Sena Party has emerged as a significant political force in Andhra Pradesh, winning both contested Lok Sabha seats and 21 state assembly seats in the recent elections. Formed in 2014, the party's success comes after strategic alliances with the BJP and TDP, and Pawan Kalyan's consistent anti-Congress stance. His grassroots initiative, Jana Vani, connected him with voters, contributing to the party's remarkable performance.
Chandrababu Naidu sworn-in as new Andhra CM: Here is full list of AP ministers
Chandrababu Naidu Ministry: Chandrababu Naidu was sworn in as Andhra Pradesh's 18th chief minister, with Prime Minister Modi and other leaders in attendance. Naidu leads the TDP-BJP-Janasena alliance, which won a majority in the assembly. His cabinet includes 21 TDP members, three from Janasena, and one from the BJP. Janasena's Pawan Kalyan also took oath as a minister.
Andhra Pradesh elections shake up political families, cause estrangement
The fiercely fought Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh saw YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy facing challenges from his sister, Andhra Pradesh Congress chief Y S Sharmila.
Household-level analysis got Naidu back, now directs government
Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu plans to implement the 'Super Six' welfare schemes in the first 100 days of his new term, costing ₹97,000 crore. Despite the hefty price tag, his team is prepared with funding strategies, including increasing the tax-GDP ratio and seeking central support. Naidu's campaign strategy focused on personalised welfare schemes to bridge economic gaps and create wealth.
NDA strengthened foundation of a 'new politics' in South with its LS poll performance: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised the National Democratic Alliance's success in South India during the recent Lok Sabha polls, highlighting victories in Kerala and Andhra Pradesh. Despite not winning seats in Tamil Nadu, Modi emphasised the rise in NDA's vote share as a positive sign for the future. He also acknowledged the sacrifices made by BJP workers in Kerala and expressed optimism for the alliance's growing influence in the region.
Will PM Modi fulfil his promise of giving special status to Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, asks Congress Jairam Ramesh
Jairam Ramesh said the 'mahagathbandhan' government of the RJD, Congress and Nitish Kumar had gotten a caste survey done in Bihar. We demanded that a nationwide caste census be carried out and even Nitish Kumar has supported this. Do you (PM) promise to conduct caste census in the entire country like it has been done in Bihar?" Ramesh said.
Chandrababu Naidu, Nitish Kumar want 'special status' for Andhra, Bihar: What is this and why are they asking for it
Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Result: In the aftermath of the General Elections, the Janata Dal (United) and the Telugu Desam Party have emerged as influential players in government formation at the Centre. Their renewed emphasis on securing special category status for Bihar and Andhra Pradesh has reignited discussions on this crucial issue. Let's delve into what special category status entails and why it holds significant importance for these states.
From 'CEO CM' to kingmaker: You can't write off N. Chandrababu Naidu
Nara Chandrababu Naidu, also known as CBN, began his political career in the 1970s with the Congress Party before becoming the leader of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP). He is now highly sought after in Delhi, as his TDP has secured 16 Lok Sabha seats and achieved a sweeping victory in the Andhra Pradesh assembly elections.
Chandrababu Naidu stands 'firmly' with BJP to form govt post 2024 Lok Sabha polls
A few hours after the NDA crossed the majority mark of 272, Naidu congratulated Prime Minister Narendra Modi over the 'victory in the Lok Sabha polls and in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly elections.' TDP, Janasena and BJP are part of the NDA in the southern state, which took on the YSRCP led by Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy.
AP Lok Sabha polls 2024: Chandrababu Naidu makes a resounding comeback in Andhra Pradesh
Chandrababu Naidu-led TDP-BJPJSP alliance wins landslide victory in Andhra Pradesh assembly polls, defeating YSR Jagan Mohan Reddy regime.
Lok Sabha Polls: Andhra Pradesh, Telangana help BJP recover losses elsewhere
The Lok Sabha election in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana saw the NDA capturing 31 out of 42 seats, with TDP winning 16 seats in Andhra Pradesh. BJP won three seats, Janasena Party secured two seats, and the INDIA alliance failed to win any seats in the state.
Chandrababu Naidu’s TDP brings saffron wave to Andhra-Telangana
The Lok Sabha polls in formerly undivided Andhra Pradesh have significantly boosted the BJP's fortunes in the southern states. The NDA coalition performed exceptionally well, capturing 31 out of 42 seats in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The success can be attributed to former undivided Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu's Telugu Desam Party (TDP), an NDA ally, which secured 16 out of 25 seats in the Andhra LS polls. Additionally, actor-politician Pawan Kalyan's Janasena Party, an NDA ally, won two seats. The rival YSRCP, currently in power in the state, only managed to secure four seats. The Congress-led INDI-alliance failed to secure any seats in the state.
BJP-led NDA poised for majority in Lok Sabha polls, INDIA bloc puts up strong fight with huge swing in UP
The BJP-led NDA is heading towards a majority in the Lok Sabha polls but with reduced strength from its 2019 tally as the opposition INDIA alliance put up a strong performance, riding on the gains by its constituents with Congress also showing resilience in the crucial electoral fight.
Chandrababu Naidu’s comeback journey from defeat and arrest to TDP's major victory in Andhra Pradesh assembly elections
Born on April 20, 1950 at Naravaripalli in undivided Chittoor district of Andhra Pradesh, Nara Chandrababu Naidu started his more than four-decade long political career on the student politics platform at Sri Venkateswara University in Tirupati.
AP Exit Polls 2024 Live Updates: Major upset predicted in Andhra Pradesh, TDP+ seen getting huge mandate
Exit polls for the 2024 Andhra Pradesh Assembly Elections, held alongside Lok Sabha polls, will be declared soon by various media organizations. In 2019, YSRCP won 151 seats while the TDP secured victory in just 23 seats.
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