AIMIM
Asaduddin Owaisi Postpones Decision on Bihar Opposition Alliance Until Election Results
Nov 08, 2025 03:40 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has stated he will decide on potentially joining Bihar's Opposition grand alliance only after the November 14 election results, refuting allegations of being BJP's "B-team" while focusing on maximizing his party's electoral performance in the state where voter turnout has reached historic levels in the first phase of polling.
Asaduddin Owaisi Rejects 'BJP B-Team' Label, Challenges Opposition to Self-Introspect Amid Bihar Elections
Nov 08, 2025 02:06 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has firmly dismissed accusations of being BJP's "B-team" or a "vote-cutter" in Bihar elections, challenging opposition parties to self-reflect on their repeated failures against the NDA. Speaking to NDTV, Owaisi revealed that AIMIM had offered to join the INDIA bloc but received no response, while expressing skepticism about the Mahagathbandhan's chances in the ongoing assembly elections scheduled to conclude on November 14.
Owaisi Challenges BJP's Infiltrator Allegations in Bihar: Accuses NDA of Muslim Defamation Ahead of 2025 Elections
Nov 08, 2025 02:00 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi refutes BJP's infiltrator allegations in Bihar, accusing the NDA government of defaming Muslims to cover their developmental failures in Seemanchal region. In an exclusive NDTV interview, he questions why infiltration would occur without economic incentives and highlights how the ruling coalition should be accountable for border security if infiltration exists.
BJP Minister Bandi Sanjay Sparks Controversy Over Skull Cap Comments Against Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
Nov 07, 2025 12:47 pm CST
Union Minister Bandi Sanjay ignited political controversy during a Hyderabad campaign rally by criticizing Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for wearing a skull cap, saying he would "rather cut his head off" than wear religious headwear for votes. The BJP minister accused Congress of vote-bank appeasement and alleged a conspiracy to turn Telangana into an "Islamic state," drawing immediate condemnation from opposition parties for divisive rhetoric ahead of the November 11 by-election.
BJP Condemns Revanth Reddy's "Congress Means Muslims" Statement in Telangana Political Row
Nov 07, 2025 02:14 am CST
Telangana BJP President N Ramchander Rao has condemned Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's controversial statement that "Congress means Muslims and Muslims means Congress," calling it vote bank politics ahead of the Jubilee Hills bypoll. The remarks came after criticism of Mohammad Azharuddin's cabinet induction, highlighting growing tensions between political parties over minority representation in Telangana.
Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills Bypoll: High-Stakes Political Battle Testing Revanth Reddy's Leadership
Nov 06, 2025 07:24 pm CST
The Jubilee Hills constituency bypoll in Hyderabad has transformed into a significant political confrontation despite being a single-seat election. As Chief Minister Revanth Reddy faces off against BRS and BJP, the election has become a proxy battle between major political forces with controversial statements about Muslim voters, allegations of secret alliances, and high-profile challenges dominating the campaign. The outcome could significantly impact Telangana's political landscape beyond the immediate result.
Owaisi Slams Tejashwi Yadav For "Extremist" Comment: Political Tension Rises Ahead Of Bihar Elections
Nov 03, 2025 02:54 pm CST
AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has launched a fierce counterattack against RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav after being labeled an "extremist," highlighting growing tensions ahead of Bihar's 2025 Assembly elections. Following failed alliance negotiations, Owaisi's party plans to contest 100 seats independently, positioning itself as a third front in Bihar's political landscape and potentially challenging traditional voting patterns in Muslim-dominated regions like Seemanchal.
Muslim Representation in Bihar Politics: Owaisi Questions Mahagathbandhan's Deputy CM Choice
Oct 25, 2025 09:17 pm CST
Asaduddin Owaisi's AIMIM challenges the Mahagathbandhan coalition for overlooking Muslim representation in Bihar's leadership, despite Muslims comprising 18% of the electorate. While contesting 32 seats primarily in Seemanchal and Mithilanchal regions, AIMIM questions why Mukesh Sahani from the smaller Nishad-Mallah-Sahani community was selected as deputy CM candidate. Tejashwi Yadav remains unfazed by this challenge, supported by historical voting patterns and AIMIM's limited influence outside Muslim-majority constituencies. The political dynamics highlight complex questions about representation, polarization, and strategic electoral calculations ahead of Bihar's 2025 elections.
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.
Tensions Rise in Telangana: Cow Vigilante Shot in Alleged Cattle Smuggling Confrontation
Oct 23, 2025 01:41 pm CST
A shooting incident involving a cow vigilante in Hyderabad has escalated into a major political controversy in Telangana. BJP leaders claim the victim was attacked while trying to prevent illegal cow transportation, allegedly by a person connected to the AIMIM party. The incident has sparked political tensions, with BJP officials demanding swift action and blaming Congress for protecting what they describe as "rowdyism" in the region. Police have launched a manhunt for the accused while additional security forces maintain order in the area.