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Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy’s interaction with BRS legislators in the Assembly has sparked political interest, especially amid past defection charges. Other MLAs facing similar issues were also seen seated away, while discussions among leaders drew attention

BRS legislators launched a sharp attack on the Congress government in the Telangana Assembly, criticising the State budget for neglecting farmers, tribal communities and youth. They alleged that welfare schemes lacked clarity, Rythu Bandhu payments had stopped, and allocations for SC/ST welfare were cut.

BRS MLAs urged the Congress government to expedite allotment of double bedroom houses, citing delays, thefts and lack of infrastructure. The government said funds allocated to take up pending works and promised to address issues.

BRS MLAs accused the Congress government of delaying Hyderabad infrastructure projects and underfunding development. They cited slow progress, poor allocations and protocol violations, while the government assured funds and action plans for timely completion.

BRS legislators staged a protest near the Telangana Assembly demanding release of Rs 12,000 crore in pending fee reimbursement funds. The Opposition accused the government of delaying payments, forcing students to drop out and affecting the welfare of SC, ST and BC students.

BRS MLAs staged a protest in the Telangana Legislative Assembly premises over an acute urea shortage affecting farmers during the Yasangi season. The party demanded an immediate discussion on the issue and blamed both the State and Central governments.

BRS MLAs KP Vivekananda and Kalvakuntla Sanjay criticised Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar for dismissing disqualification petitions against five defected MLAs, calling it a failure of his role as tribunal chairman.

The Calcutta HC’s disqualification of Mukul Roy under anti-defection law has heightened anxiety among ten BRS MLAs facing similar proceedings in Telangana, as the Speaker seeks more time from the Supreme Court to decide their fate

BRS MLAs D Sudheer Reddy, Kaleru Venkatesh and Mutha Gopal protested the RTC fare hike by travelling on a city bus to the Assembly, accusing the Congress government of burdening commuters and demanding an immediate rollback of the decision.

Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar has issued fresh notices to six BRS MLAs accused of defecting to the Congress, directing them to submit detailed replies within three days. Petitioners have also been asked to provide additional documentary evidence in proper legal format.

TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud has reiterated that 10 BRS MLAs joined the Congress to safeguard the State government from opposition threats. His remarks contradict the MLAs’ claims that they remain with BRS. Goud also criticised KT Rama Rao for lacking moral authority to speak on defections.

The Telangana government tabled the PC Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project in the Assembly on Sunday, providing only digital copies to MLAs. BRS lawmakers objected, citing denial of hard copies as their party chief KCR did not attend as Leader of the Opposition.

The BRS intensified its attack on the Congress after the Supreme Court directed the Telangana Assembly Speaker to act within three months on the disqualification of 10 defected BRS MLAs. BRS leaders called it a blow to Revanth Reddy’s leadership

In an open letter addressed to Chief Minister, they say Hyderabad, as a rapidly growing metropolis, should prioritise affordable public transportation rather than turning it into a profit-driven enterprise

The court noted that despite repeated requests by the petitioners and subsequent directions from the High Court to decide on the issue within a "reasonable period", the Speaker took nearly 10 months to issue a notice on the disqualification petitions, raising concerns about the erosion of constitutional principles.

Shortly after the session commenced, BRS MLAs raised slogans demanding an immediate discussion on the crop loan waiver. Led by Harish Rao, they called for the waiver of loans up to ₹2 lakh without delay, even as ministers initiated discussions on the annual State budget's demands for grants. As a mark of protest, the BRS MLAs wore black ribbons and urged the government to support farmers.

Say the Minister's response during Question Hour on Roads and Buildings Department factually incorrect

Party senior leaders including KT Rama Rao, Harish Rao, Palla Rajeshwar Reddy, Sabitha Indra Reddy extend their wishes

The BRS MLAs allege that Revanth Reddy, who holds Home portfolio, is orchestrating attacks on journalists

BRS supporter Nayini Anurag Reddy took to X to share a government order issued on February 4, revealing that the Law Department allocated Rs 22 lakh as fees for senior advocate Ravindra Shrivastava for his appearance and conference on November 5 and 6. Shrivastava represented the State's interests in the Telangana High Court on behalf of the Law Department Secretary.