LOKESH SINGH
With BJP falling short of majority, Nitish Kumar and Chandrababu Naidu return as kingmakers
After 27 years, as the election results poured in on Tuesday, it became clear that Naidu, now 74, is back in his old avatar – of being the kingmaker. TDP has emerged the second-largest party in the NDA with 16 LS seats and cornered 134 of 175 assembly seats in Andhra Pradesh. Result: BJP needs Naidu’s support at the Centre, but he does not need them in the state. He is a kingmaker now.
Rajinikanth visits ANR virtual production stage in Hyderabad, poses for click with 'Vettaiyan' co-star Ritika Singh
Superstar Rajinikanth pays a visit to the ANR Virtual Production Studio in Hyderabad during his filming for the upcoming movie 'Vettaiyan'. Actress Ritika Singh, his co-star in the film, shared her excitement about working with him, expressing gratitude on Instagram. Directed by TJ Gnanavel, 'Vettaiyan' features a star-studded cast including Rajinikanth, Amitabh Bachchan, Fahadh Faasil, and others. Rajinikanth's visit to the studio, captured in a circulating video, sparks anticipation among fans.
All-party meet: TDP raises issue of Naidu's arrest amid protest by YSR Congress
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) plans to raise the issue of its leader's arrest by the Andhra Pradesh Police in Parliament. TDP MP Ram Mohan Naidu stated that they will also seek measures to fast-track criminal cases involving politicians. The YSR Congress, in power in the state, objected to these claims and maintained that the law has taken its course in the corruption case. Naidu's arrest is related to an alleged multi-crore corruption scam involving misappropriation of funds.
TDP to keep equal distance from both NDA, INDIA blocs: Nara Lokesh
Telugu Desam Party (TDP) national general secretary Nara Lokesh has stated that the party remains neutral and stands for the rights of the Telugu people, distancing itself from both the ruling BJP and the opposition alliance. Lokesh is in Delhi to seek support for his father, former Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu, who was arrested in a Skill Development scam. Despite the support from other opposition leaders, TDP has maintained a cautious stance and has not reached out to any BJP leaders for assistance.
Chandrababu Naidu arrest to be raised in Parliament during special session, says son Nara Lokesh
Lokesh said his party will take up the issue of the “wrongful arrest” in Parliament. The CID had arrested Naidu in an alleged Skill Development scam, which dates back to his tenure as chief minister of Andhra Pradesh. The state government under Naidu had started a programme with Siemens and Designtech to train employable youth in tech skills. Lokesh says the project was already being implemented in six other states.
Madhya Pradesh: Boy rescued from borewell after 24 hours, doctors declare him dead
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced an assistance of Rs 4 lakh to the kin of the boy, the collector said. The child was rushed to the government hospital in Lateri town, about 14 km from the district headquarters following his rescue nearly 24 hours after he fell into the borewell, sub-divisional magistrate (SDM) Harshal Choudhary said.
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Nikki Yadav murder case: Court extends judicial custody of six accused by 14 days
The link court of Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Samiksha Gupta also extended the judicial custody of other five co-accused by 14 days. Earlier on February 22, the court had remanded Gehlot (24) to 12 days judicial custody while five other co-accused were sent to 14 days judicial custody on February 20.
Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat files defamation complaint against Ashok Gehlot in Delhi court
Additional Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (ACMM) Harpreet Singh took cognisance of the matter and listed it for Monday to record the statement of witnesses in support of Shekhawat's complaint. The complaint alleged that Gehlot defamed the BJP leader by alleging his role in the Sanjivani Credit Cooperative Society scam.
Kamal Haasan admitted to hospital in Chennai due to fever: Report
The actor has been advised to rest by a team of doctors and is likely to be discharged today.
Arshdeep Singh helps India rout South Africa in T20 opener
Left-arm pacer Singh took 3-32 in his four-over spell as India restricted South Africa to 106-8. In reply, Suryakumar Yadav continued his run of form by scoring 50 not out as India finished with 110-2. Lokesh Rahul made 51 not out.
Manipur elections 2022: Violent incidents mar first phase of polling
At least one person was injured in a clash between two political parties in Churachandpur district. An EVM was damaged, and it was later replaced. Security forces resorted to firing blank rounds to control the crowd at New Keithelmanbi polling station.
Manipur elections 2022: Polling begins for 38 seats in first phase
The prominent candidates in the fray include Chief Minister and BJP candidate N Biren Singh, Assembly Speaker Y Khemchand Singh, Deputy Chief Minister and NPP candidate Yumnam Joykumar and Manipur Congress president N Lokesh Singh.
Congress leaders slam derogatory comments by Union minister against Gehlot
Former deputy chief minister Sachin Pilot, Pradesh Congress Committee chief Govind Singh Dotasra and Health Minister Raghu Sharma condemned the remarks.
Rajasthan CM's OSD Lokesh Sharma resigns
The officer on special duty to the Rajasthan chief minister submitted his resignation on Saturday night, seeking an apology for his tweet. The tweet appeared to refer to a strong person being made helpless and a mediocre person being elevated.
Jaipur court approves collection of voice sample of Union minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
Lokesh Sharma, OSD to the Rajasthan CM, had allegedly circulated the audio clips purportedly of conversation about toppling the state government between Shekhawat and Congress leaders amidst a rebellion against Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot by his then deputy Sachin Pilot and 18 party MLAs supporting him.
For agriculture financing, the future may be cashless loans
farMart started with an Uber-like model for tractors, but is now providing credit loan to underserved farmers and addressing some basic farming woes.
India vs England T20: Hales powers England to five-wicket win, series level at 1-1
The hosts scored 149 for five in 19.4 overs to overcome India's sub-par total of 148 for five on a Sophia Gardens surface that offered bounce.
Mecca Masjid blast case: Swami Aseemanand and other accused acquitted
The blast at the historic Mecca Masjid in Hyderabad on May 18, 2007 during Friday prayers killed nine people and left 58 others injured.
Chris Gayle is back and it is bad news for other teams, says Lokesh Rahul
Gayle, playing his first game of the season, smashed his second fastest IPL fifty, off 22 balls, to lay the foundation for KXIP's thrilling four-run win over Chennai Super Kings last night.
Ind vs SL T20: India win series; Rohit Sharma equals fastest T20I century
India’s 260-5 is their highest-ever T20 total, and just three short of the record score in the format – Australia’s 263-3 against Sri Lanka in Pallekele last year.
Akhilesh loyalist Sokendra Tomar quits government job to fight on Samajwadi Party ticket
Sokendra Tomar is one of the loyalists who silently waited for Akhilesh’s elevation as the SP chief to fulfil their political ambition.
Cricket-Kohli, Jadhav hundreds help India eclipse England's 350
CRICKET-INDIA/ (PIX):Cricket-Kohli, Jadhav hundreds help India eclipse England's 350
India hope rains stay away in their only warm up game
It is Kohli's first full-fledged assignment as Test captain after the Test in Bangladesh and the ace bastman is keen to make to it count.
11,694 lives lost in Punjab militancy: RTI response
Lokesh Khurana, who has filed several RTI applications, found that 8,069 militants were killed by security forces in that time.
Centre asks Andhra Pradesh and Telengana Governor ESL Narasimhan to broker truce between states
Governor Narasimhan has intervened successfully in the past to resolve issues between the two states, has a brief of using his discretion.
Licentious advances led to RSS worker Sunil Joshi’s killing: National Investigation Agency
The charge sheet presents a picture of a bitter divide within the right-wing extremist group which is said to be behind a series of bombings.
Reheating furnace at Rastriya Ispat Nigam Limited commissioned
The reheating furnace of the newly built structural mill at Rastriya Ispat Nigam Ltd has been commissioned by Steel Secretary Rakesh Singh.
Maid murder: Court grants two months interim bail to BSP MP
Delhi Police opposed the bail plea of Dhananjay saying there was no new ground or change in circumstances for releasing him on bail.
Evaluate character of contestants before casting vote: Mohan Bhagwat
Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS) chief Mohan Bhagwat today appealed to voters to do a due diligence of candidates contesting the 2014 elections.
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