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Marking the 51st anniversary of the Emergency imposed in 1975, Prime Minister Narendra Modi described it as the "darkest chapter" in Indian democracy. He criticised the Congress for curbing civil liberties, suppressing dissent and press freedom, while paying tribute to those who resisted the Emergency and defended democratic values

Factionalism within the Congress resurfaced in Sangareddy after appointments of mandal and town party presidents triggered protests. Leaders accused Zaheerabad MP Suresh Shetkar and Agam Chandrashekhar of making unilateral appointments and demanded intervention from the TPCC leadership.

Questions continue to surround the Telangana government's Rs 15,000-crore Hyderabad Metro takeover, with key documents, valuation details, financing arrangements and commercial asset assessments remaining undisclosed. Opposition parties have demanded transparency, while conflicting claims over loan approvals have further fuelled concerns.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao strongly criticized the Congress government for allegedly attempting to displace poor families in Hyderabad's Hanuman Nagar. He accused HYDRAA of bias and promised to restore land titles if BRS returns to power

The BJP claimed Rahul Gandhi is losing internal and ally support, citing Congress MP Shashi Tharoor’s purported praise of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership and diplomacy. Spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla labelled Gandhi a "reel leader" lacking public mandate

The BJP accused Congress leader Rahul Gandhi of losing support within his party, citing remarks attributed to Shashi Tharoor praising Prime Minister Narendra Modi. BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla claimed the comments exposed divisions in Congress

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promises and claimed public dissatisfaction was growing across Telangana. He urged party workers to strengthen grassroots activities and prepare for upcoming electoral contests in the State.

The Telangana Cabinet meeting reportedly focused on framing key governance challenges through a political lens, with responsibility for several issues being linked to external agencies. Observers believe the approach aims to counter growing public dissatisfaction ahead of upcoming local body elections.

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the State Cabinet's decision to procure crops within Central quotas and demanded the release of Rs 16,545 crore in pending Rythu Bharosa dues. He alleged the government's policies were harming farmers and weakening agricultural support systems.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh dubbed the NDA the “National Defectors Alliance,” accusing Home Minister Amit Shah of orchestrating defections after a Lok Sabha setback. He claimed opposition unity will resist attempts to secure a two-thirds majority in Parliament

Amidst concerns over possible cross-voting, polling for seven seats of the Karnataka Legislative Council continued on Thursday. Expelled BJP MLAs S.T. Somashekar and Shivaram Hebbar confirmed that they had voted for Congress candidates and alleged that, BJP leaders had not even extended a courtesy call seeking their support.

The BJP on Wednesday slammed the Congress party and Rahul Gandhi for organizing a nationwide student protest in Kota just days before the NEET-UG re-examination, accusing the opposition of using a "toolkit strategy" to misguide students

The Congress will launch its nationwide “Chhatron Ki Goonj” campaign from Kota, led by Rahul Gandhi, to highlight exam paper leaks, recruitment irregularities, unemployment, and youth concerns. The movement aims to mobilise students and job aspirants across India

Rahul Gandhi accused the Modi government of failing India’s youth, citing paper leaks, exam mismanagement and rising fees. Ahead of his Kota student convention, he called for a nationwide student movement, with Congress planning large-scale youth outreach across the country

Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged widespread corruption and accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises made to farmers, students and youth. He raised concerns over welfare schemes, fee reimbursement, employment, power supply and pending payments to farmers.

Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge accused the BJP government of failing accountability over multiple exam irregularities and demanded Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation. He also criticised the Telegram curbs ahead of NEET-UG re-exam and alleged widespread paper leak issues

The Congress attacked the Modi government over US statements following the killing of three Indian sailors in strikes off Oman, with Rahul Gandhi calling the Prime Minister a “compromised PM”. The party demanded stronger diplomatic action and criticised India’s response

Kerala has launched the ‘Priyadarshini’ scheme offering free travel for women and transgender persons on ordinary KSRTC buses from June 15. Part of the Congress-led government’s election promises, the initiative aims to reduce travel costs and boost mobility and participation

Leader of Opposition Pinarayi Vijayan accused Rahul Gandhi of weakening the INDIA alliance and indirectly benefiting the BJP through his political approach. CPI(M) leader MA Baby defended state-level political realities, urging alliance partners to maintain political decency despite electoral rivalries

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi urged INDIA bloc partners to remain united, claiming public anger has already decided the next general election. He alleged democratic institutions are compromised, warned of challenges to free and fair polls, and called for sustained political resistance