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Cases Filed Against Allu Arjun Fans for Comments on Chief Minister

Hyderabad: Police in Telangana have filed four cases against fans of actor Allu Arjun for allegedly making offensive comments about Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy. These cases were registered after complaints from Congress party leaders and others.

Cybercrime police in Hyderabad and nearby districts are also monitoring social media activity. They are tracking posts made by Allu Arjun’s fans that spread false and harmful content, particularly targeting the Chief Minister, following the actor’s arrest.

Authorities have warned the public against posting inappropriate or inflammatory material online. Cybercrime units have been instructed to closely watch and act against individuals spreading such content. Senior officers have been told to register cases and take action in every instance of misuse.

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Revanth Reddy is the 2nd Chief Minister of Telangana State.

Revanth Reddy Sworn In as Telangana’s Second Chief Minister, Marking a New Era for the State


Hyderabad, December 5, 2023: In a historic ceremony held today, Anumula Revanth Reddy was sworn in as the second Chief Minister of Telangana, ushering in a new chapter for the young state. His ascension to power marks a significant shift in the political landscape, with the Congress party returning to the helm after a gap of nine years.

Reddy, a firebrand leader known for his sharp wit and political acumen, takes over the reins from the Telangana Rashtra Samithi’s K Chandrashekar Rao, who dominated the state’s politics for the past eight years. The Congress’s emphatic victory in the recent assembly elections, coupled with Reddy’s personal triumph in defeating Rao from his own bastion of Kamareddy, has propelled him to the forefront of Telangana’s political scene.

Thousands of jubilant Congress supporters thronged the swearing-in ceremony, their cheers echoing through the halls as Reddy took oath in Telugu, vowing to serve the people with dedication and justice. In his inaugural address, he outlined his vision for a prosperous and inclusive Telangana, focusing on key areas such as:

Boosting economic growth and creating jobs: Reddy emphasized attracting investments and fostering entrepreneurship to generate employment opportunities for the youth.


Strengthening agriculture and rural development: He pledged to prioritize irrigation projects, provide remunerative prices for farmers, and improve rural infrastructure.


Enhancing education and healthcare: Upgrading educational institutions, ensuring quality healthcare access for all, and promoting skill development were central to his promises.

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Eradicating corruption and ensuring transparency: Reddy vowed to implement stringent measures to combat graft and establish a clean and accountable administration.


Empowering women and marginalized communities: He highlighted his commitment to promoting gender equality, protecting tribal rights, and addressing the concerns of minorities.


Reddy’s ascension has sparked a wave of hope and optimism across Telangana. His youthful energy, coupled with his experience and comprehensive vision, has resonated with the people, who are eager to see a fresh approach to governance. However, he faces several challenges, from inheriting a state with a burgeoning debt burden to tackling unemployment and social disparities.

Only time will tell how Reddy navigates these challenges and fulfills his promises. Nevertheless, his inauguration as the second Chief Minister of Telangana marks a significant turning point, and his leadership will undoubtedly shape the state’s future trajectory.

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Warangal Played Pivotal Role in Telangana Movement, Says KCR

Warangal Played Pivotal Role in Telangana Movement, Says KCR

Warangal: Chief Minister and Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) chief K Chandrashekar Rao (KCR) on Tuesday paid glowing tributes to Warangal, stating that it played a pivotal role in the Telangana movement. He addressed a public meeting in Warangal, where he highlighted the significance of the city in the struggle for a separate Telangana state.

“Warangal was the stage for many important moments in the Telangana movement,” KCR declared. The biggest public meeting was held here, and we achieved Telangana with the blessings of Goddess Bhadrakali.

KCR lauded Warangal’s rich historical heritage, referring to it as a land that witnessed the glory of the Kakatiya dynasty. This Orugallu stood as a witness to the thousand years of Telangana history,” he remarked.

The Chief Minister also spoke about the TRS government’s initiatives to honor Warangal’s legacy. We have given a lot of respect to Warangal,” he asserted. The Kakatiya art tower has been put in the state seal, and the program to repair the ponds has been named Mission Kakatiya. Thus, we have paid true tribute to the Kakatiya kings.”

KCR recalled the blessings of Telangana ideologues like Kaloji Narayana Rao and Prof. Jayashankar during the movement. He urged the people of Telangana to vote wisely in the upcoming assembly elections, emphasizing that their votes would shape the future of the state.

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Taking a dig at the Congress party, KCR questioned their claims of progress under their rule. “Indira Gandhi’s rule was marked by anarchy and oppression,” he stated. Hundreds of Telangana activists were shot dead during the fight for a separate state. Do you want such a kingdom of Indiramma?” he asked the gathering.

KCR’s address in Warangal served as a reminder of the city’s significant role in Telangana’s political history and the TRS government’s efforts to preserve its cultural heritage.

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Rahul Gandhi’s anti-corruption campaign faces backlash

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s anti-corruption campaign faces backlash as BRS accuses Congress of ‘Note for Seat’ scam

In a twist of political events, as Congress MP Rahul Gandhi intensified his campaign against corruption, the ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has called on him to acknowledge the alleged widespread corruption within the Congress party, particularly regarding the sale of tickets and positions.

On Friday, TPCC general secretary and Gadwal ticket aspirant K Vijay Kumar filed a complaint with the Enforcement Directorate, accusing TPCC president A Revanth Reddy of corruption, money laundering, and extortion related to the sale of tickets.

In response to these developments, IT Minister and BRS working president KT Rama Rao commented on Twitter, “While Scamgress scion Rahul Gandhi delivers speeches on corruption, Telangana Congress leaders are resorting to complaints to the Enforcement Directorate about the ‘Note for Seat’ Scam involving TPCC president, who has previously been embroiled in the ‘Vote for Note’ scandal.”

Rama Rao’s remark alluded to the ongoing controversy and raised questions about the Congress party’s commitment to fighting corruption. He further added, “This is probably why Mahatma Gandhi Ji recommended that Congress be disbanded after Independence.”

The incident involving Revanth Reddy is not an isolated case. In the past, Bhongir MP Komatireddy Venkat Reddy had alleged that the then AICC Telangana incharge Manickam Tagore had engaged in the sale of TPCC positions.

Sharing a news report, the IT Minister highlighted, “According to Telangana’s Congress MP Venkat Reddy, one All India Congressman sells the TPCC post while another buys it for ₹50 Crore. And Rahul Gandhi lectures the world on Corruption. Scamgress lives up to its Name.”

The BRS’s accusations against the Congress have put the opposition party in a defensive position. The Congress has denied the allegations, but the controversy has cast a shadow on its anti-corruption campaign.

Analysis

The BRS’s accusations against the Congress are part of a larger political strategy to discredit the opposition party and undermine its support base. The BRS is the dominant political force in Telangana, and it is keen to maintain its hold on power in the upcoming state assembly elections.

The Congress is the main challenger to the BRS in Telangana. The party has been trying to regain its lost ground in the state by focusing on issues such as corruption and unemployment.

The BRS’s accusations against the Congress of corruption have the potential to damage the party’s image and erode its support base. However, the Congress is likely to counter these accusations and try to turn the tide in its favor.

The controversy over the alleged ‘Note for Seat’ scam is likely to have a significant impact on the upcoming state assembly elections in Telangana. The outcome of the elections will depend on how the two main parties, the BRS and the Congress, are able to mobilize their respective support bases and counter the other party’s allegations.

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BRS rebel MLA Mynampally Hanumantha Rao likely to join Congress

Mynampally Hanumantha Rao announces candidature, likely to join Congress

Sitting MLA from Malkajgiri Mynampally Hanumantha Rao, who resigned from the BRS and rejected the party’s ticket to contest the ensuing Assembly elections, is likely to join the Congress shortly.

Rao has remained tight-lipped on his future plans, but State BJP leaders have openly said that he will not be allowed to join their party. Senior BJP leader and former MLC N Ramachander Rao said his party would not accept Rao as he had criticised the party leadership in the past.

“There is no place for Mynampally in the BJP. He has insulted our leaders and harassed our cadre,” he said recently, adding that Rao had “insulted” BJP national general secretary Bandi Sanjay several times, and hence there was no room for him in the party.

Meanwhile, Rao has said that a false campaign is being propagated that he was planning to contest from either Qutbullapur or Medchal constituencies.

“A vested interest campaign is being run that I might contest from Qutbullapur or Medchal constituencies but let me clarify that I will contest from Malkajgiri constituency,” he told the media at his residence in Dhulapally on Saturday.

Sources said that Rao is likely to join the Congress in the presence of either senior party leaders Sonia Gandhi or Rahul Gandhi in Delhi. He is expected to contest on a Congress ticket from Malkajigiri.

 

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Harish Rao: Congress party deserves credit for converting free electricity scheme into new electricity

Hyderabad, August 13: Telangana Finance Minister Harish Rao on Saturday said that the Congress party deserves credit for converting the free electricity scheme into new electricity.

Rao was speaking at a press conference in Hyderabad. He said that the Congress party had introduced the free electricity scheme in Telangana in 2004. However, the scheme was not sustainable and the state was facing a severe power crisis.

Rao said that the Telangana Rashtra Samithi (TRS) government had taken steps to convert the free electricity scheme into new electricity. The government had invested heavily in power generation and transmission infrastructure. As a result, the state is now self-sufficient in power and is even exporting power to other states.

Rao said that the Congress party is now trying to take credit for the TRS government’s achievements. He said that the Congress party had no right to take credit for the free electricity scheme because it was the TRS government that had made it sustainable.

Rao said that the Congress party is only interested in power politics. It is not interested in the welfare of the people. He said that the TRS government is committed to the welfare of the people and will continue to provide free electricity to the farmers and the poor.

Congress party hits back at Harish Rao

The Congress party has hit back at Harish Rao for his comments. The party has said that Rao is trying to mislead the people.

Congress spokesperson Sravan Dasoju said that the free electricity scheme was introduced by the Congress party in 2004. He said that the scheme was a great success and it had benefited the people of Telangana immensely.

Dasoju said that the TRS government is trying to take credit for the Congress party’s scheme. He said that the TRS government has not done anything to improve the power situation in the state.

Dasoju said that the Congress party will continue to fight for the rights of the people. The party will not allow the TRS government to take credit for its achievements.