TRS GOVERNMENT
Despite KCR's efforts to keep flock together, BRS at receiving end with desertion of MLAs, MLCs
Several BRS leaders including MLAs and MLCs have defected to the ruling Congress in Telangana, impacting the political landscape. The BRS is working to bounce back after suffering setbacks in recent elections. Accusations and counter-accusations have emerged between the parties over the defections.
FPIs’ G-Sec purchases cross $10-billion mark
Nine months after JP Morgan announced the inclusion of Indian government debt in its emerging markets index, foreign portfolio investors have increased their ownership of sovereign bonds by over $10 billion. The influx of funds is expected to continue as India's index weightage grows.
India's long-term bonds attract foreign investors as JPMorgan index inclusion nears
Overseas investors are buying longer-duration Indian government bonds in anticipation of inclusion in JPMorgan's emerging market debt index, expecting significant passive flows. Bonds with maturities of 10 years and more, notably the 7.18% 2033 and 7.30% 2053, have attracted foreign ownership amidst net selling of government bonds in recent weeks.
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.
AIMIM, Congress have been winning polls by "spreading hate and terrorising people": Madhavi Latha
Voting for all 17 seats in Telangana will take place on May 13 in the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. In the 2019 general election, Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) won nine seats, the Bharatiya Janata Party four, Congress three and AIMIM one seat.
'Edgy' BRS MLAs ready to shore up Telangana Congress numbers
There are indications that some MLAs of the defeated BRS are now feeling edgy and they are reportedly open to doing business with Congress, people familiar with the moves said. This means that the BRS leadership, which had poached around a dozen Congress MLAs after the 2018 assembly polls, now may be risking a 'reverse play' in due course.
'Newcomers' need to work with seniors to achieve BJP's goals, says Bandi Sanjay Kumar
Bandi Sanjay Kumar, a former BJP state chief in Telangana, urged newcomers within the party to collaborate with veterans for common goals without naming anyone. Downplaying his removal as state president, he emphasized the party's focus on ideology and unity. Confident about BJP's Telangana prospects, Kumar emphasized the party's growing support despite media shifts. He dismissed concerns about Karnataka's outcome, asserting faith in BJP's win and debunking ties with BRS or Congress.
Telangana BJP manifesto panel chief Vivek Venkataswamy joins Congress ahead of polls
Former BJP MP G Vivek Venkataswamy has resigned from the party and joined the Congress ahead of the Telangana Assembly polls. In his resignation letter, Vivek criticized the TRS government for prioritizing the interests of Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao's family over the welfare of the people. He emphasized the need for everyone to unite in order to overthrow the anti-people government.
10 regional parties received Rs 852 crore through electoral bonds in 2021-22: ADR report
The report analysed the total income and expenditure incurred by 36 out of 54 regional parties during 2021-22, as declared by these parties in their audit reports submitted to the Election Commission on India. "Ten regional parties -- DMK, BJD, TRS, YSR-Congress, JDU, SP, AAP, SAD, MGP and TDP -- have declared receiving donations through electoral bonds worth Rs 852.88 crore...for 2021-22," it said.
Opposition seeks debate on Hindenburg, Guvs; govt says ready to discuss all issues under rules
At an all-party meeting held on the eve of the session, the government assured it was willing to discuss all issues raised under rules and procedures. "We seek the opposition's cooperation in running Parliament smoothly. The government is ready to discuss all issues raised by the Opposition in accordance with Parliament rules," Parliamentary Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi said.
All-party meet ahead of Budget Session: Oppn raises Adani issue; YSR Cong calls for caste-based eco census
The government on Monday said it was willing to discuss every issue under rules during the Budget Session of Parliament and sought the support of the Opposition in running the proceedings smoothly.
KCR is richest politician, Telangana govt most corrupt in India, says YS Sharmila
YS Sharmila said, "I see it as the tyranny of the KCR government which is obvious once again. KCR is not a democratic person. KCR's was once a party that stood for values and had leaders that fought for Telangana. They have made sure that none of those people exist in the party and have driven them out intentionally. Now the party is filled with selfish and ambitious people whose only motto is to make money."
TRS MLAs poaching case: Legislators complain of receiving threat calls
As per the FIR copy in poaching case, Rohith Reddy alleged that the accused offered him Rs 100 crore and in return the legislator had to leave the TRS and contest as a BJP candidate in the next Assembly election. The TRS government in Telangana on November 9 ordered the setting up of a seven-member special investigation team (SIT) to probe into the alleged poaching of the MLAs.
BJP trying to buy 20-30 TRS MLAs, topple government, alleges Telangana CM
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Sunday alleged that the BJP was trying to 'buy' 20 or 30 MLAs of the ruling TRS and topple his government.
Telangana police stop bid to coax TRS MLAs into defecting party
The police official said the four TRS MLAs -- G Balaraju, B Harshavardhan Reddy, R Kantha Rao and Rohith Reddy -- were allegedly being offered cash, posts and other incentives to switch loyalties.
Merger or liberation: Centre, Telangana State Govt announce separate commemorations for September 17
The decision by the TRS government was taken after AIMIM chief and Hyderabad MP Asaduddin Owaisi demanded the State and Centre to celebrate 'National Integration Day' instead of 'Hyderabad Liberation Day'. Owaisi on Saturday said he had written to Amit Shah and Rao on why a phrase such as "National Integration Day" is more appropriate than "Hyderabad Liberation Day."
Telangana, Centre's war of words over medical colleges continues
Mandaviya hit back at the state government saying it did not submit any proposal for medical colleges. Rama Rao, who is also working president of Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS), disputed the central minister's claim.
TRS government takes action against two vociferous Telangana BJP leaders
Raja Singh was arrested for his alleged derogatory remarks on Islam and Prophet Mohammad while Sanjay Kumar was picked up by the police during his 'padayatra' and shifted to his residence in Karimnagar.
TRS govt in Telangana has become a symbol of dynastic and corrupt politics: BJP
Telangana was formed after the BJP struggled for it and the youth of the state made sacrifices, but in "the last eight years, the TRS government completely dashed the expectations of the people," Goyal said, adding it "has become a symbol of dynastic and corrupt politics."
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