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  • Telangana Minister Defends Industrial Land Conversion Policy to Prevent Hyderabad from Becoming Next Delhi

    Telangana Minister Defends Industrial Land Conversion Policy to Prevent Hyderabad from Becoming Next Delhi

    Nov 25, 2025 10:37 pm CST

    Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka defends the controversial Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation Policy as an essential environmental measure to prevent pollution problems similar to Delhi's, while generating revenue for welfare schemes. The policy allows conversion of industrial lands within Hyderabad's Outer Ring Road into multi-purpose zones, facing opposition from BRS who alleges a massive land scam worth Rs 5 lakh crore.

  • Chhattisgarh Speaker Raman Singh Recounts Harrowing Encounter with Maoist Gunfire

    Chhattisgarh Speaker Raman Singh Recounts Harrowing Encounter with Maoist Gunfire

    Nov 21, 2025 08:14 pm CST

    Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister and current Assembly Speaker Raman Singh shares his firsthand experience surviving a Maoist attack in Chhuriya town, highlighting the once-prevalent reality of insurgent violence in the state and criticizing previous governments for failing to effectively combat Naxalism despite having the opportunity to do so.

  • DK Shivakumar Dismisses BJP

    DK Shivakumar Dismisses BJP's 'No Chair November' AI Video as Political Theatrics

    Nov 10, 2025 10:44 am CST

    Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar rejects BJP's satirical AI video suggesting leadership tensions within Congress as "bogus" and a "fuss." The controversial 'No Chair November' video portrays supposed power struggles between Shivakumar and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah amid ongoing speculation about a potential leadership change in Karnataka's government.

  • BJP Releases Satirical Video Mocking "No Chair November" for DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka Leadership Tensions

    BJP Releases Satirical Video Mocking "No Chair November" for DK Shivakumar Amid Karnataka Leadership Tensions

    Nov 09, 2025 05:19 pm CST

    The BJP has released a satirical AI-generated video targeting the Congress government in Karnataka, portraying Deputy CM DK Shivakumar receiving a "No Chair November" reward amid speculation about leadership tensions with CM Siddaramaiah. Despite rumors of a power-sharing agreement that would see Shivakumar take over as Chief Minister, both leaders maintain they will abide by the party's decisions regarding leadership transitions.

  • Karnataka High Court Dismisses Government Appeal Against Public Gathering Restrictions

    Karnataka High Court Dismisses Government Appeal Against Public Gathering Restrictions

    Nov 06, 2025 08:28 pm CST

    The Karnataka High Court's Dharwad bench has dismissed the state government's appeal against a stay order on restrictions for private organizations holding events in public spaces. The court directed the Congress-led government to approach the single-judge bench that originally stayed the controversial order which opposition parties claim targeted RSS activities.

  • From Cricket to Cabinet: Mohammad Azharuddin Joins Telangana Government as First Minority Minister

    From Cricket to Cabinet: Mohammad Azharuddin Joins Telangana Government as First Minority Minister

    Oct 31, 2025 05:43 pm CST

    Former Indian cricket captain Mohammad Azharuddin has been sworn in as a minister in the Telangana Cabinet, marking a significant milestone in his political career. Taking oath at Raj Bhavan under Governor Jishnu Dev Varma's administration, Azharuddin becomes the first minister from the minority community in Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's government. This strategic appointment, which increases cabinet strength to 16, comes ahead of the crucial Jubilee Hills Assembly by-election and represents an important step in ensuring minority representation in state governance.

  • Karnataka High Court Suspends Government Order Restricting Public Gatherings Amid RSS-Congress Dispute

    Karnataka High Court Suspends Government Order Restricting Public Gatherings Amid RSS-Congress Dispute

    Oct 28, 2025 05:20 pm CST

    The Karnataka High Court has temporarily paused a controversial order issued by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's government that required prior permission for gatherings of over 10 people in public spaces. This ruling comes amid escalating tensions between the Congress government and the RSS, with BJP alleging the order specifically targeted RSS activities. The government plans to appeal the court decision as political controversy continues over the use of public spaces and government property for organizational activities.

  • Telangana Police Detain Three Suspects in Cow Vigilante Shooting Case Amid Political Controversy

    Telangana Police Detain Three Suspects in Cow Vigilante Shooting Case Amid Political Controversy

    Oct 23, 2025 01:49 pm CST

    Telangana authorities have detained three individuals, including main suspect Ibrahim, for the shooting of cow vigilante Sonu in Hyderabad. The incident has sparked political tensions with BJP linking the accused to AIMIM and criticizing the Congress government's handling of cow protection laws. The victim remains in critical condition as special investigation teams work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the attack.

  • Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: Ex Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel

    Chhattisgarh Liquor Scam: Ex Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel's Son Arrested

    Sep 25, 2025 02:23 am CST

    ACB/EOW on Wednesday arrested Chaitanya Baghel, son of former chief minister Bhupesh Baghel, and another accused in connection with the alleged liquor scam, officials said.

  • Video: Bengaluru School Van Stuck In Open Drain As Civic Mess Continues

    Video: Bengaluru School Van Stuck In Open Drain As Civic Mess Continues

    Sep 19, 2025 02:34 pm CST

    The accident occurred on the Panathur-Bellandur road.