TELANGANA MINING

Andhra's last Congress CM returns from 'exile' with BJP ticket to contest Rajampet Lok Sabha seat

Nallari Kiran Kumar Reddy assumed office after the tragic death of Dr. YS Rajasekhar Reddy in a helicopter crash in 2019. Later, he established the Jai Samaikyandhra Party (JSP) ahead of the 2014 general elections. However, he refrained from participating in the elections, and JSP failed to secure any seats as the electoral competition mainly centered around the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YSRCP) in the newly formed state.

Telangana Congress promises industrial corridors, SC bench at Hyderabad, NITI Aayog regional office

​​AICC in-charge of party affairs in Telangana Deepa Dasmunshi, Telangana Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu and other party leaders released the manifesto today. Along with 'Hissedari Nyay' (Equality), 'Kisan Nyay' (Justice for Farmer), 'Shramik Nyay' (Justice for Labourers), 'Yuva Nyay' (Justice for Youth), and 'Naari Nyay' (Justice for Women), the party announced 23 'Special promises to Telangana'.

"You have eaten enough 'PANN', now time for Congress in Odisha": Rahul Gandhi

Wayanad MOdisha is being run by 'PANN' (Pandian, Amit Shah, PM Narendra Modi and Naveen Patnaik)," said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday, claiming that Bharatiya Janata Party and Biju Janata Dal have "married" each other in the state. Last October, former IAS officer and Odisha CM Patnaik's close aide V K Pandian was appointed Chairman 5T (Transformational Initiatives) with the rank of cabinet minister.

Keep the juggernaut rolling

The state has nearly bridged the gap with the national per-capita income. In 2003, its per-capita income was 60% of the national average, and today, it's close to 90%. This convergence was possible as Odisha's economy grew faster (7.4%) than the national average (6.2%). Its population growth rate has slowed to 0.6% a year, compared to 0.9% for the nation.

By year-end, 20 coal mines likely to come into operation

These 20 coal blocks which include seven blocks of state-owned Coal India and three blocks of Singareni Collieries Company Ltd (SCCL) will contribute another 100 million tonnes (MT) in three to four years, the source said.

Karnataka, Rajasthan begin auction of exploration licences for critical minerals

Karnataka and Rajasthan have initiated the auction of Exploration Licence (EL) for critical and deep-seated minerals. The move, the first of its kind in India, aims to explore difficult-to-mine minerals like Cobalt, Lithium, Nickel, Gold, Silver, and Copper. The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957, was amended in September 2023 to introduce new mineral concessions for 29 critical minerals.

ED raids Karnataka Congress MLA in money-laundering case

The money-laundering case against Reddy stems from an FIR lodged by the Karnataka Police and allegations of land deals that are under the ED's scanner. Some mining and quarrying businesses allegedly linked to the MLA are also being investigated by the agency.

India's coal production to cross 1 bn tonnes in FY24: Coal and Mines Minister Pralhad Joshi

Coal and Mines Minister Pralhad Joshi expressed confidence that India's coal production will exceed one billion tonnes in the current financial year, surpassing the target of 1,012.14 million tonnes. He made this statement during the launch of the ninth round of commercial coal mine auctions. The estimated demand for coal in the fiscal year is 1,196.60 million tonnes.

"Congress taxing people of Karnataka to fund Telangana campaign" claims BJP's Kishan Reddy

Union Minister Kishan Reddy accused the Congress of imposing a 'election tax' in Karnataka to fund campaigns in Telangana, Chhattisgarh & Rajasthan. He alleged corruption, vowing an investigation if BJP wins. Promising change, BJP targeted Telangana's ruling party, emphasizing Modi's governance success and the benefits of a BJP-led state and central government. Reddy pledged job creation, improved education, healthcare, and infrastructure. With Telangana's election nearing on November 30, BJP projected confidence in victory and transformation.

Telangana polls: Congress' G Vivek richest among candidates with over Rs 600 cr worth assets

Chennur Congress candidate G Vivekananda is the richest politician contesting in the November 30 assembly polls with declared assets worth over Rs 600 crore, followed by P Srinivas Reddy from the same party with over Rs 460 crore. ​​On the day of filing nomination papers, November 9, the Income Tax Department conducted searches at Srinivas Reddy's residences and offices here and in Khammam.

Telangana assembly polls: It was Congress party which defeated BR Ambedkar in parliament polls, alleges CM KCR

"Dalits were used as vote-banks (by other parties). The BRS government will work until the last Dalit family gets Dalit Bandhu. Ambedkar undertook a lot of struggles for Dalits. It was the Congress party which ensured his defeat in the Parliamentary elections (earlier). You should know the history of who defeated Ambedkar in the Parliamentary elections. The Congress party defeated him and did not implement his ideology," Rao said, taking a dig at the grand old party.

Rahul, Priyanka Gandhi to launch campaign in poll-bound Telangana with bus yatra

​​According to Congress sources, the 3-day yatra from October 18 will cover eight constituencies. Rahul Gandhi will meet with workers of the state-run mining firm Singareni Collieries and attend public meetings at Peddapalli and Karimnagar (night halt ) on October 19. On October 20, he will take part in a meeting of farmers at Jagtial and attend programmes at other places, including Armoor and Nizamabad.

Rahul Gandhi, Priyanka Vadra to kickstart Congress poll campaign in Telangana tomorrow

AICC leaders Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Vadra are all set to commence the Congress poll campaign in Telangana tomorrow, in preparation for the upcoming assembly polls on November 30. This significant political event will see the duo, alongside other senior leaders, visiting the Ramappa temple at 4 pm, where they will offer their prayers to Lord Shiva.

Government slashes LPG prices, provides relief ahead of festive season; here's a list of the city-wise prices

The Union Cabinet in India has announced a reduction in the prices of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) ahead of the festive season. All domestic consumers of LPG cylinders will receive a subsidy of Rs 200 per cylinder, with additional benefits for users under the PM Ujjwala scheme. This brings the subsidy for Ujjwala beneficiaries to a total of Rs 400 per cylinder. The government has also announced an additional 75 lakh Ujjwala connections, bringing the total number of beneficiaries to 10.35 crores.

Madhya Pradesh puts 51 blocks on auctions including 14 critical minerals

Madhya Pradesh, India has issued a tender notice for the auction of 51 mineral blocks, including 14 with critical minerals. This is the highest number of blocks offered in a single tranche by any state. The mineral blocks are being offered for mining lease and composite licence.

Centre to strengthen Vizag Steel Plant rather than privatising it: Union Minister Kulaste

"As on date, we don't have any plan like that (sale) and in the coming days we will do better, including sorting out some problems with mining," Kulaste said while speaking to reporters in the port city.

'Eager to watch 'Bholaa': Telugu star Nani addresses clash between 'Dasara' and Ajay Devgn's action thriller

'Dasara' will hit the theatres on Friday.

Karnataka govt authorises CBI to attach excess properties of mining baron Janardhana Reddy

The court had asked the government why it had not given the go-ahead to attach the properties worth Rs 19 crore while it had earlier sanctioned the attachment of Rs 64 crore assets.

Telangana attracts Rs 3.30 lakh crore investments in 8 years

Rama Rao said the State has consequently created over 22.5 lakh jobs and the overall investment amount and employment figures would be much higher if real estate, hospitality, mining, logistics and other sectors are taken into account.

Only 8 coal mines auctioned in fourth round of auctions: Coal Minister Joshi

Development of new mines are required towards Atmanirbhar Bharat to reduce import dependence. Coal demand of 1500 million tonne per annum (MTPA) is projected by the year 2030, Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, Coal and Mines Pralhad Joshi said in a reply to the Lok Sabha.

All coal mines allocation are through open auction, says Kishan Reddy

"The coal should be made based on demand and supply. The private sector should also be a part in this. The central government has not given any coal mines as per their wish, but through open auction to private or government companies. KCR is making the false accusation that there is a different justice to Gujarat and a different justice to Telangana by the central government. The centre has given mines to Telangana also when it gave to Gujarat," he said.

Telangana illegal mining probe: ED searches residence of TRS Minister Gangula Kamalakar

Telangana coal mine mishap: Rescue efforts continue

Efforts are underway to rescue the remaining four people, including two officials. The rescue team is manually removing the debris, police said.