-
The bench, consisting of Justices Bela M Trivedi and PB Varale, declined to intervene in the orders passed by the High Court, but allowed withdrawal of the petition on the request of the senior counsel representing KT Rama Rao
-
Jagannadham passed away on Sunday at the age of 73 while receiving treatment for an age-related illness. During the tribute, Rama Rao lauded Jagannadham’s significant contributions to politics and public service in Telangana, particularly in the Palamuru region.
-
However, the police, who have been keeping a vigil on the BRS leaders, rushed to the spot and asked the latter to leave. A heated argument ensued between the BRS leaders and the police, following which the police dragged away the BRS leaders and shifted them to different police stations.
-
Attempt to quell any form of protest saw the police swooping down early in the morning on the residences of several BRS leaders and public representatives, detaining them and denying them permission to move out
-
BRS leaders detained at their homes anticipating trouble, say sources
-
"Congress, which once condemned the LRS, has now turned it into a tool to extort Rs 15,000 crores from people under the guise of a special drive. During the elections, they promised free LRS, but now, they are bleeding the public dry," Harish Rao remarked.
-
Harish Rao dismissed allegations of quid pro quo, stating that Greenko Group bore the expenses of hosting the international event, which enhanced Hyderabad's global reputation.
-
BRS working president says the same company had also purchased electoral bonds from Congress and BJP
-
The cadres conducted rasta-roko protests in the mandal centers and towns of Adilabad, Nirmal, Mancherial, and Kumram Bheem Asifabad districts. They raised slogans condemning the government for deceiving farmers. They accused the Congress of failing to fulfill its election promises and misleading the farmers.
-
Party leaders say the case booked by ACB against the BRS working president in Formula-E race was a false one
-
He made these comments despite the fact that the previous BRS government had announced notifications for 503 Group I posts across 18 departments in April 2022, and the preliminary exams were held on October 16 of the same year. However, the exams were later canceled due to a question paper leak.
-
Pointing out the 15 percent increase in RTC ticket prices in Karnataka and the introduction of a toilet tax in Himachal Pradesh, he criticized the Congress for misleading the public with false promises only to impose additional financial burdens on them.
-
Speaking to the media at Telangana Bhavan on Monday, Praveen Kumar highlighted the absence of a dedicated Home Minister and the frequent changes in the DGPs, which have led to poor management of law and order. "During former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao's tenure, Rs 700 crore was allocated in the first Cabinet meeting to prioritize law and order, establishing Telangana as a national role model. However, the current situation is dismal," he commented.
-
Speaking to mediapersons at Nizamabad on Monday, Kavitha said despite having "SHE Teams" initiated by the previous BRS government to prevent crimes against women, the Congress government failed to ensure its effective functioning. She demanded that Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who handles the Home department, conduct a special review meeting on women's safety and take urgent measures to control crime against women.
-
"The election for the party president will also be conducted, along with the formation of various internal committees ranging from the booth level to the State level. The party’s foundation day celebrations will be organized, and decisions regarding the teachers' and graduates' MLC elections will be made following the release of notifications," he said. He further confirmed that party chief K Chandrashekhar Rao is in good health and will make a public appearance at the right time.
-
"Unlike in other cases, the ED appears to be taking a more aggressive approach in this matter. I have filed a quash petition in the High Court and have full confidence in the legal process. We will make further decisions based on the outcome," he told the press on Monday.
-
BRS working president KT Rama Rao hailed PV Narasimha Rao as a visionary who rescued India from an economic crisis and laid the groundwork for modern India with his bold reforms. Referring to him as Telangana's pride, he emphasized that the BRS government had honored Telangana's son by celebrating his birth centenary, renaming Necklace Road as PV Marg, and erecting a statue in his memory. The state also recommended him for the Bharat Ratna, he added.
-
During the event, Kavitha stressed the importance of preserving Telangana's cultural heritage, especially the Bathukamma festival, which she claimed had been disrespected by the Congress government and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. She urged the public to come together and protect Telangana Thalli, portraying her as a maternal symbol for all.
-
In an open letter to Telangana farmers, Rama Rao criticized the Congress government's approach to farmer insurance, accusing it of implementing policies that would restrict full coverage and leave many farmers unsupported for crop investments. He urged farmers to remain alert and actively protest these measures, warning that inaction could result in losing critical insurance benefits and facing severe financial challenges.
-
At a press conference held at Telangana Bhavan on Sunday, BRS leaders accused Congress figures of spreading misinformation about Chief Minister Chandrashekhar Rao and his contributions to the development of Nalgonda district. They refuted the claims and asserted that Rao's efforts had significantly advanced the region.
