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Former Telangana Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao and ex-Finance Minister T. Harish Rao approached the High Court seeking to nullify the Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Project. They argue the report is politically driven and procedurally flawed, citing violations under Sections 8B and 8C of the Commissions of Inquiry Act.

Irrigation officials in Siddipet have begun pumping water into Mallanna Sagar, the largest reservoir under the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project, with the goal of storing 30 TMCft this year. Currently holding 10 TMCft against a 50 TMCft capacity, the reservoir has seen gradual increases since its 2022 inauguration.

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao’s wife Shobha and grandson Himanshu visited the Sri Rajarajeshwara Swamy temple at Vemulawada on Tuesday. They performed Kodemokku and other pujas, with priests blessing them with a sesha vastram at the Addala Mandapam

Former MLA Pilot Rohit Reddy denied rumours of joining the BJP, calling them false and politically motivated. He reaffirmed loyalty to the BRS, credited K Chandrashekar Rao for Telangana’s progress, and announced preparations for upcoming local body elections.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao released Praja Yodhudu, a book on K Chandrashekar Rao’s life, hailing his role in Telangana’s formation and development. KTR defended KCR’s legacy, countered Congress criticism, and urged youth to learn about the state’s struggle

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy has accused the Congress government of causing a severe decline in Telangana’s public health and diagnostic services. According to Reddy, routine tests are being neglected due to lack of specialists and malfunctioning equipment, worsening the state’s healthcare scenario.

The Justice P.C. Ghose Commission, which faulted KCR over the Kaleshwaram project, is accused of violating Section 8(B) of the Commissions of Inquiry Act. Legal experts say the lapse breaches natural justice and could render the report legally unsustainable

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy criticised the Congress and BJP over the Kaleshwaram project report, calling it politically motivated. He defended KCR and accused the government of deception. A clash also broke out between Congress and BRS workers at Atmakur

BRS working president KT Rama Rao lashed out at Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over reports that the Congress government might discontinue Hyderabad's free drinking water scheme. KTR warned that any rollback would face strong opposition.

Allegations are flying thick that the government is targeting specific individuals, while shielding others of equal rank and responsibility

In a strong rebuttal to the government's allegations on Monday, former Minister and senior BRS leader S Niranjan Reddy questioned the sanctity of, and the Congress government's intent behind, selective leaks of the Justice PC Ghose Commission report

The report to be presented in the Assembly and the Legislative Council has been approved by the Cabinet. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy claims that suggestions of all parties and their legislators, including Leader of Opposition K Chandrashekhar Rao and the then Irrigation Minister T Harish Rao, would be sought

The BRS denied media reports that K Chandrashekhar Rao was performing the Chandi Yagam at his Erravelli residence. Calling the reports baseless, the party urged media outlets to verify facts and remove misleading stories to prevent misinformation

BRS leader KT Rama Rao credited the newly inaugurated Yadadri Thermal Power Plant to former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao's vision. Highlighting its capacity and impact, KTR said the project would ensure uninterrupted power and stands as a legacy of KCR.

For the past ten years, Telangana has had operational control over the Nagarjuna Sagar Project (NSP), including the Right Main Canal’s head regulator. Later, Andhra Pradesh wrested control of the head regulator and 13 of the 26 crest gates of the project, with the intervention of the Union Home Ministry and the Ministry of Jal Shakti.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao accused CM Revanth Reddy of colluding with Chandrababu Naidu and PM Modi to undermine Telangana’s water rights. He warned the Banakacherla project would worsen the agrarian crisis and called for a mass agitation to protect farmers

Congress leaders and MLAs feel that the Chief Minister, instead of protecting Telangana’s interest, is joining hands with Andhra Pradesh.

KTR criticised both the BJP and Congress for failing Telangana, particularly citing the mismanagement of agriculture, collapse of welfare programs, and growing incidents of food poisoning in student hostels.

Former Telangana Minister S. Niranjan Reddy strongly criticized Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, accusing him of spreading misinformation about reservations and constitutional matters

CM Revanth Reddy sparked controversy by admitting his government engages in phone tapping, stating it is legal if done with “proper permissions.” His remarks, made during an informal media interaction in Delhi, come amid allegations of surveillance on political opponents and Cabinet colleagues.