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'Lack of democracy within BRS; leaders suffocating': Congress' Prabhakar Rao
on Saturday, Prabhakar Rao said, "There is a lack of democracy in the BRS party. Most of the leaders are suffocating there. It is a regional party. Whatever decision is taken by the party chief is final. So, most of the MLAs and MLCs were suffocating in this BRS party as they were not allowed to speak at all."
Telangana: Six BRS MLCs join Congress
Several legislators from the Bharat Rashtra Samiti (BRS) in Telangana have continued to defect to the Congress party. Recently, six sitting members of the Legislative Council joined the Congress, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy present at the official ceremony. The new Congress members include Dande Vital, Bhanuprasad Rao, MS Prabhakar, Boggaparu Dayanand, and Egge Mallesham. AICC Telangana in-charge Deepa Munshi and state minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy also attended the joining event.
BRS suffers major setback, six party MLCs join Congress in Telangana
Six opposition BRS MLCs in Telangana have joined the ruling Congress, a significant setback for the opposition party. The party, which lost the Assembly polls last year, has been struggling with desertions, with several leaders, including six MLAs, leaving the party. The Congress has 25 members, while BRS has 25.
Telangana phone-tapping case: HC judge, family were under surveillance during BRS regime: Police
Hyderabad Police reveal details of illegal phone tapping during previous regime, involving political leaders and a High Court Judge. Accused officers arrested for erasing evidence and conducting unauthorized surveillance. Investigation ongoing with plans for supplementary charge sheets.
Excise 'scam': HC says BRS leader Kavitha one of main conspirators, denies bail
BRS leader K Kavitha faces charges of corruption and money laundering in the Delhi Excise Policy case. Despite her political background, the court denied her bail, emphasizing the seriousness of the allegations against her. Kavitha maintains her innocence, alleging a conspiracy by the central government and the ED in her arrest.
No livelihood and caught in debt trap, weavers resort to 'suicide' in Telangana's textile hub
The 'recent' suicide' of a weaver at Sircilla in Telangana has brought to the fore the alleged lack of work and adequate income in this textile hub, with the issue leading to a war of words between the opposition BRS and the Congress. Kudikyala Nagaraju recently died by suicide as he was unable to repay his debts and this came as a reminder of the tragedy of weavers ending their lives in the past.
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Delhi HC to rule on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in Excise Case on July 1
BRS leader K Kavitha was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate on March 15, 2024 and by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on April 11, 2024. The bench of Justice Swarna Kanta Sharma, after hearing submissions from all sides, decided to reserve the order in the matter on May 28, 2024.
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.
Telangana suffered 'destruction of 100 years' in 10 years: CM Revanth Reddy
Revanth Reddy acknowledged the contributions of Meira Kumar, Sushma Swaraj, and others in the passage of the Telangana bill in Lok Sabha. He emphasized the significance of their roles in the state's history.
Excise Scam: CBI, ED oppose Kavitha's bail pleas, say powerful enough to influence witnesses
Countering the submission made on behalf of Kavitha that she, being a woman, be released on bail, the probe agencies contended she played a key role in the conspiracy behind the "scam" and, being an active politician and a member of the Telangana legislative council, she cannot seek parity with "vulnerable" women.
Excise scam: ED opposes Kavitha's bail plea, says release to affect probe to unearth conspiracy
Kavitha has contested the decision of the trial court made on May 6, which denied her bail applications in both the CBI's corruption case and the ED's money laundering case. Her legal representative argued that among the 50 accused in the excise issue, she stands as the sole woman. They implored the court to contemplate granting her bail, citing the legal distinction that places women on a unique footing.
Excise Policy Case: Delhi HC rejects Manish Sisodia's bail pleas in ED, CBI cases
The Delhi High Court rejected the bail pleas of former Deputy CM Manish Sisodia in cases related to the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) concerning the excise policy. Earlier today, the judicial custody of Sisodia was extended by Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court until May 31.
Excise policy: Delhi HC seeks CBI's stand on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea
The Delhi High Court has requested the Central Bureau of Investigation's stand on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in a corruption case related to the alleged excise policy scam. Kavitha is in judicial custody in both cases and has challenged the trial court's dismissal of her bail applications in the corruption and money laundering cases. The "scam" pertains to the alleged corruption and money laundering in the formulation and implementation of the Delhi government's excise policy for 2021-22.
Excise 'scam': K Kavitha moves Delhi HC for bail in CBI case, court to hear plea on May 16
K Kavitha approached the Delhi High Court seeking bail in the CBI corruption case related to the excise policy scam. She is in custody for ED and CBI cases over scam and money laundering. Her bail plea in the ED case is pending.
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, wife cast vote in Hyderabad
Former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu and his wife Usha Naidu cast their votes for the fourth phase of the ongoing Lok Sabha elections at a polling booth in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills on Monday.
"I can say with confidence...": PM Modi predicts NDA sweep in Andhra, Telangana; says never considered Jagan as ally
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed confidence in a clean sweep for the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in Andhra Pradesh, stating that he never considered Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy as an ally. In an interview, PM Modi said that the current YSRCP government in the state led by Jagan Mohan Reddy wouldn't be re-elected, citing the state's economic challenges. He emphasized that the BJP and TDP are fighting the elections as partners in the NDA, with actor-turned-politician Pawan Kalyan's JanaSena Party also supporting them.
Telangana polls: BJP banks on Modi factor, BRS rebels to counter Congress guarantees
The opposition BJP in Telangana is aiming to improve on its previous tally of four out of 17 seats in the May 13 Lok Sabha polls, despite the ruling Congress party's guarantees. A larger tally would help the BJP establish a firm foothold in another southern state, aside from Karnataka, and aim for a win in the assembly in the coming years. Political analysts believe pro-BJP sentiment is on the rise in the state, especially in urban areas, amid heavy campaigning by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Union home minister Amit Shah, party president JP Nadda, and Union minister Smriti Irani.
Telangana Lok Sabha polls: BJP aims to capitalise on Modi-factor, BRS defections to counter Congress guarantees
Counting on the influence of Modi, the opposition BJP in Telangana is making a robust effort to surpass its prior achievement of securing four out of 17 seats in the Lok Sabha elections scheduled for May 13. Despite assurances from the ruling Congress party, which are barely a year old, the BJP is aggressively campaigning to expand its presence. A stronger electoral performance would enable the saffron party to solidify its position in another southern state, besides Karnataka, and set its sights on winning the assembly in the future.
How much black money have they received from Adani, Ambani? PM Modi asks Congress to clarify election funding details
In his address to a public meeting in Telangana's Karimnagar, PM Modi said, "'Shehzada' of Congress, since his issue of Rafale grounded, he started talking about 'five industrialists' all the time in the last five years...later he started saying 'Ambani-Adani', but after the elections were announced, he stopped abusing 'Ambani-Adani'. I want to ask him, 'Shehzada ye ghoshit karein ki Ambani-Adani se kitna maal uthaya hai'...What has been the deal that you stopped abusing 'Ambani-Adani' overnight..."
Will Congress-ruled Telangana become a Brahmastra for BJP? Here are several factors that may work in favour of saffron rise
BJP has been focusing on expanding its presence in southern states, with a notable increase in visibility during the Lok Sabha elections. Extensive campaigning by PM Narendra Modi and other party members has been a key factor in this strategy. Recognising the importance of establishing a foothold in Telangana, the BJP sees the state as a potential gateway to penetrate the southern political landscape beyond Karnataka.
Delhi court defers order on BRS MLC K Kavitha's bail plea for May 6 in excise policy case
Delhi's Rouse Avenue Court postpones K Kavitha's CBI bail plea verdict to May 6. Arvind Kejriwal's custody extended in excise policy case till May 7. ED arrested Kavitha MLC on March 15 in a liquor policy scam due to irregularities and false entries.
BRS can effectively fight for people of Telangana if it wins 10-12 Lok Sabha seats: KCR
K Chandrasekhar Rao criticizes Telangana Congress for ineffective welfare schemes, vows BRS party's fight for 12 Lok Sabha seats. 'Bus yatra' initiated. Highlights Mission Bhagiratha issues, unkept promises. Vows battle for MP seats.
Excise case: Delhi Court reserves order on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in CBI case
The Rouse Avenue Court of Delhi has reserved the order on bail pleas by Bharatiya Rashtra Samithi (BRS) leader K Kavitha in relation to the CBI case related to the Excise Policy case. The plea argues that the ruling party is using investigative agencies to publicly connect the petitioner to the Delhi Excise Policy, aiming to take further coercive actions against her. The plea claims that the investigation is not to ascertain her involvement in the alleged scam but to bring her and her father into disrepute, potentially using the political mileage gained from such actions for the 2024 general elections.
Notification for LS polls in Telangana to be issued on April 18
The election for 17 Lok Sabha seats in Telangana is set to take place on April 18, with nominations accepted from April 18 to 25. The elections will be scrutinized on April 26 and the last date for withdrawal of nominations is April 29. The Congress, BJP, and BRS have announced their candidates for all 17 constituencies, while Congress has named its nominees to 14 seats.
BRS, BJP claim credit for Telangana CM's announcement on farm loan waiver
The opposition BJP and BRS in Telangana claim CM Revanth Reddy's Rs 2 lakh farm loan waiver announcement resulted from their agitation. BJP criticizes Congress for unfulfilled promises, asking why voters should support in Lok Sabha elections. BRS demands implementation of investment support and financial assistance pledges. BJP sees loan waiver as first victory.
Telangana BJP chief Kishan Reddy holds fast against Congress govt 'not fulfilling' promises to farmers
Union Minister and BJP Telangana chief G Kishan Reddy held a fast demanding Congress government fulfill farmer promises, including Rs 500 bonus on MSP and Rs 15,000 financial assistance per acre. He criticized Congress for unfulfilled pledges and challenged them to act. Reddy highlighted BJP's pro-farmer initiatives and mocked CM Revanth Reddy's call for Rahul Gandhi to become PM.
Excise Policy Case: Delhi court issues notice to CBI on BRS leader K Kavitha's bail plea in corruption case
A city court issued notice to the CBI regarding BRS leader K Kavitha's bail application in a corruption case linked to the alleged Delhi excise scam. Special judge Kaveri Baweja directed the agency to respond by April 22. Kavitha, arrested by the CBI from Tihar Jail, faces charges related to the excise policy.
K Kavitha deliberately gave evasive replies contrary to evidence on record, CBI tells Delhi court
"In the light of aforesaid facts and circumstances, her further custodial interrogation is not required at this stage. As already submitted in the foregoing paras she is deliberately and intentionally evading the just and relevant questions related to the case," said the CBI.
BRS complaints to ECI against Rahul Gandhi for alleged violation of poll rules
BRS accuses Rahul Gandhi of false remarks on phone-tapping, urges EC to investigate. Complaint also filed against Minister Konda Surekha. Allegations involve tapping of leaders' phones during previous BRS government.
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