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Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar administered an oath to BJP candidates in Karimnagar, committing them to remain with the party after the municipal elections and work for development

Tension prevailed in Neredmet after police shifted a newly installed statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, triggering protests by BJP leaders and Hindu organisations. Police said the statue was installed on government land without permission and assured action as per rules

Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar on Friday postponed the hearing on disqualification petitions against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender to February 18, following a request from BJP floor leader Alleti Maheshwar Reddy seeking more time to participate.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Shiv Sena founder Balasaheb Thackeray on his birth centenary, praising his intellect, oratory and cultural passion. Modi said Thackeray profoundly shaped Maharashtra’s politics and inspired ongoing efforts toward the state’s progress and unity

BRS working president KT Rama Rao termed the phone-tapping case a politically motivated diversion by the Congress government. He accused the SIT of acting at the Chief Minister’s behest, said he would comply with the summons, and alleged misuse of police machinery

The Army’s Eastern Command sought Governor CV Ananda Bose’s intervention after CM Mamata Banerjee alleged a senior officer at Fort William aided BJP activities during electoral roll revision, prompting political backlash and the Governor alerting central authorities

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the BJP-led Union government of deliberately delaying the Sircilla Mega Power Loom Cluster. He alleged political vendetta, questioned the Centre’s commitment to cooperative federalism, and urged inclusion of the project in the Union Budget.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said he would continue meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi for Telangana’s development despite criticism. Addressing a public meeting in Nirmal, he announced new projects, infrastructure promises and additional funds for key initiatives.

Trends from 210 Mumbai municipal corporation wards show BJP-Shiv Sena alliance leading, poised to cross majority in BMC. Congress retained Latur, while NCP lagged in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad. Voter turnout was 52.94%, lower than 2017 elections

The BJP announced the schedule for its national president election, with nominations on January 19, withdrawals the same day, and results on January 20. Nitin Nabin is expected to be elected unopposed, succeeding JP Nadda with top leadership backing

Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on India’s industrial growth and reliance on Chinese imports sparked a political clash, with BJP leaders accusing him of undermining national interests, while Congress defenders say he emphasized strengthening domestic manufacturing to boost economic progress 

Karimnagar MLA Gangula Kamalakar alleged that the municipal voter list was altered overnight and demanded criminal action against those responsible. He accused Congress and BJP of illegal practices and said officials admitted errors and assured corrections.

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao condemned an incident in Safilguda involving a youngster allegedly urinating in front of a place of worship, accusing the Congress government of failing to maintain law and order as videos of the incident went viral.

Former Minister T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of planning to dissolve Siddipet district and merge it with neighbouring districts. He warned that people would launch a movement to protect Siddipet’s identity and development.

The BJP’s unexpected alliances with Congress in Ambernath and AIMIM in Akot have triggered political turmoil in Maharashtra. Congress suspended 12 councillors for joining hands with the BJP without approval, while Shiv Sena accused the saffron party of betraying coalition principles.

Karnataka Police and the State Women’s Commission rejected claims that BJP worker Sujatha Handi was assaulted or stripped, stating she removed her own clothes while resisting arrest during voter revision disputes in Hubballi. Investigations are ongoing to verify facts, with judicial custody already imposed

Women’s rights activist Brinda Adige condemned the alleged assault and stripping of BJP worker Sujatha Handi by police in Hubballi, Karnataka, calling it a grave violation of human and constitutional rights and demanding immediate suspension and accountability for the officers involved

Police arrested 26 people after banner disputes sparked violent clashes involving stone-pelting and firing, killing one man and injuring several, ahead of a Valmiki statue inauguration in Gangavati, Karnataka

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara said the Ballari violence, triggered by a banner dispute between BJP and Congress supporters that left one dead, may be handed to the CID. Two private gunmen have been detained, with ballistic reports awaited

A tense situation unfolded at ESI Hospital in Erragadda, Hyderabad, after locals opposed the allotment of prime government land for a graveyard. The BJP alleged that the Congress initiated construction work at night using bulldozers on land originally meant for hospital use.