KELSA award for Malappuram DLSA

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Revanth Reddy to Hold Corner Meeting in Secunderabad Cantonment

HYDERABAD: Chief Minister Revanth Reddy will participate in a corner meeting in the Secunderabad Cantonment Assembly segment on Monday. Congress candidate Sri Ganesh, along with Warangal Mayor Gundu Sudharani on Sunday said that the Chief Minister will participate in the meeting as a part of the byelection campaign for the May 13 elections. They invited constituency Congress leaders, activists and people in the Assembly segment to participate in large numbers in the meeting.

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Rajput leaders of BJP urge community to support party

They pleaded to the community to show large heart and forgive Union Minister and BJP candidate Parshottam Rupala for his utterances and support and vote for the BJP for the larger national cause

BRS Leader Ponnala Lakshmaiah Accuses Congress of Hypocrisy on Social Justice

TPCC president Ponnala Lakshmaiah (Photo: DC/File) TPCC president Ponnala Lakshmaiah (Photo: DC/File) HYDERABAD: BRS leader Ponnala Lakshmaiah said that Congress leaders who are talking of social justice were denying the same to leaders of their own party. National parties have not followed social justice in giving tickets for the Lok Sabha polls. They are only paying lip service. The Congress which has failed to implement its promises is lying about their implementation now, he said.

Amit Shah attacks Congress, BRS, Owaisi: 'ABCs of appeasement politics'

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NCLAT dismisses Religare's appeal against CCI nod

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Rahul Gandhi uttered lies, misled people on guarantees, says KCR

Hyderabad: Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) President K. Chandrasekhar Rao on Sunday said Congress leader Rahul Gandhi misled the people of Telangana during his public meeting at Nirmal by uttering a blatant lie that every woman in the state is receiving Rs 2,500 per month under his partys government. Addressing a roadshow in Jagtial, the former Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

KKR beat LSG by 98 runs

LUCKNOW: Kolkata Knight Riders beat Lucknow Super Giants by 98 runs runs in an IPL match here on Sunday. Sunil Narine smashed 81 off just 39 balls to power KKR to 235 for six. Naveen-Ul-Haq took three wickets for LSG. In response, LSG were bowled out for 137 in 16.1 overs. Harshit Rana and Varun Chakaravarthy shared three wickets each for KKR. Brief scores: Kolkata Knight Riders: 235 for 6 in 20 overs (Sunil Narine 81; Naveen-Ul-Haq 3/49). LSG 137 all out in 16.1 overs (Marcus Stoinis 36; Harshit Rana 3/24, Varun Chakaravarthy 3/30).

ISKCON Chairman Gopal Krishna Goswami dies aged 80, PM offers condolences

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California mocked for over $11 billion high-speed bridge that leads to 'nowhere'

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Ninth Sikh gurus Prakash purab celebrated with gaiety

Hyderabad: The 403rd Prakash Purab marking the birth anniversary of Guru Teg Bahadur ji, the ninth Sikh guru, was celebrated with gaiety and devotion on Sunday. Revered for his supreme sacrifice at the altar of dharma, he spread the message of peace and communal harmony across the world. Prayers were offered at Gurdwara Sri Guru Singh Sabha in Sitaphalmandi. The event, organised under the aegis of Prabandhak Committee, saw the presence of hundreds of devotees in the Vishaal Deewan (mass congregation). They offered prayers to Sri Guru Granth Sahibji. Committee president S. Pratap Singh Osahan and general secretary S. Jaswinder Singh said that the congregation began at 10.30 am and continued up to 3.30 pm. It was marked by the recitation of Gurubani Keertans and holy hymns by renowned Sikh preachers. Well-known ragi jathas Bhai Jaspal Singh from Delhi, Bhai Jagdev Singh, head granthi of Gurudwara Saheb, Secunderabad, and others recited Gurbani keertans and delivered sermons that stressed on the need to imbibe high values and communal harmony for which Guru Teg Bahadur Sahebji had strived. The event culminated with the traditional free community kitchen.

EC Agrees for Payment of Crop Loss Compensation

Hyderabad: Heeding the request of the agriculture department, the Election Commission has allowed the state government to pay compensation for crop losses due to hail storms. The crop losses occurred between March 16 and 24 in over 15,814 acres. A release from the department said that the payment of compensation, which was pegged at `15.81 crore, was halted as the model code of conduct kicked in on March 16 for the Lok Sabha elections. The amount will be deposited into the accounts of farmers by Monday or Tuesday and measures are being taken for payment. The payment of compensation within one and half months after the crop loss has never happened before this, the release added.

Drinking water served to the students at a drinking water booth installed by PW in Jammu.

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Watch: Congress's Mandi pick's 'imported leader' jibe at Kangana Ranaut

Watch Congresss Mandi picks imported leader jibe at Kangana Ranaut

Fire breaks out in a shop near MG Road Metro Station

Sunil Narine stars as KKR humble LSG by 98 runs, go to top of table

KKR's emphatic win over LSG was fueled by Sunil Narine's explosive innings. LSG faltered in the chase, with KKR's bowlers dominating. The victory propels KKR to the top of the table in the IPL.

What is the controversy surrounding South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem and Kim Jong Un?

Kristi Noem, a Republican, achieved a historic milestone as South Dakota's first female governor. She secured reelection in 2022 after representing the state in Congress since 2011. However, controversies surrounding her memoir have sparked debates.

India has stringent norms for pesticide residue limits: FSSAI

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) stated that India maintains some of the strictest maximum residue limits (MRLs) for pesticides globally. MRLs are determined based on risk assessments for different food items.

We will vote in elections only if roads are laid to our villages, say tribal people of hilltop hamlets

Iranian Boat Intercepted off Koyilandy Coast, Six Indian Fishermen Held

Six fishermen, hailing from Kanyakumari in neighbouring Tamil Nadu, were taken into custody from on board the vessel

AICC High Command will Replace Revanth After LS Poll Results: Amit Shah

Hyderabad: Union home minister Amit Shah claimed that the Congress leadership would not allow Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to continue in the post after June 4, once the Lok Sabha election results are declared. He said Revanth Reddy was collecting `RR Tax (Rahul and Revanth Tax) at the behest of the party high command by squeezing the people. The Congress was using the money for its election campaign across the country. Addressing a public meeting at Parade Ground here, in support of party Malkajgiri candidate Etala Rajendar, and in Nizamabad for Dharmapuri Arvind, on Sunday, Shah assured that the BJP government at the Centre would ensure that the corrupt ATM of the Congress would be devoid of any cash, if the Telangana people blessed the party with 12 Lok Sabha seats and an MLA from the Secunderabad Cantonment Assembly bypoll. Referring to a case filed against him by the city police after children were seen on the dais with him, Shah said that he will not cry like Revanth Reddy and that the case would be quashed in the High Court. Asking the people to elect Etala Rajendar from Malkajgiri, who belonged to the BC community, Shah said that the BJP would remove Muslim reservations and extend the same to the BCs, SCs and STs. The Congress was rephrasing this message and indulging in a false campaign against him. The Modi government had not removed any reservations. It banned triple talaq, abrogated Article 370 and constructed the Lord Rama temple in Ayodhya. As long as Modi and BJP are in this country, no one can remove reservations, he said. Alleging that the I.N.D.I alliance was a group without any acceptable leader, Shah asked people to choose between the Congress, which had indulged in scams to the tune of `12 lakh crore, and Modi, who had not faced a single corruption charge in his 10-year stint as Prime Minister nor when he was Chief Minister of Gujarat. Modi celebrates Diwali with jawans at the border, while Rahul Gandhi goes on a jolly trip to Bangkok, unable to bear the rising temperatures, he mocked. Addressing a public meeting in Nizamabad, Shah said that the Modi government would root out Naxalism. It had checked Pakistan-sponsored terror incidents. After the surgical strikes, Pakistan had realised that it was Modi and not Manmohan Singh who was in power in Delhi. Charging the Congress and BRS with adopting vote bank politics, Shah said that AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi, the BRS and Congress, were known as the `ABC of Telangana and were busy in appeasement politics. The Congress government had not given permission for the Rama Navami Shobha Yatra to appease Owaisi, he said. Reacting to the doctored video featuring him, Shah said that Delhi police would approach Revanth Reddy in this regard. How can they spare you for releasing a fake video, he wondered. The Union home minister found fault with AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge for his remarks that people of the southern states were no way concerned about Jammu and Kashmir. He called upon people to elect Dharmapuri Arvind from Nizamabad for the second time in order to strengthen Modis leadership. Arvind had pursued the matter with the Prime Minister and secured the Turmeric Board for Nizamabad, he said. He said that the BJP-led Centre would establish a bidi workers hospital in Nizamabad and also reopen the Nizam Sugar Factory. Stating that people were searching for Congress candidate T. Jeevan Reddy, who has been the MLC for over five years, Amit Shah said that, on the contrary, Arvind will always be available for the people. Unlike the conventional trend of having a big public meeting for multiple constituencies and leaders, Rajendar opted for a big meeting for only the Malkajgiri constituency at Parade Ground on Sunday. Fans and followers of the party ensured a big turnout despite the sweltering hot weather.

IPL: Sunil Narine shines as KKR go to top of table

Sunil Narine's brilliant fifty, combined with a strong collective performance from the bowlers, led to Kolkata Knight Riders' commanding 98-run victory over Lucknow Super Giants in the IPL on Sunday. LSG's decision to bowl first backfired as KKR became the first team to surpass 200 runs at the Ekana stadium. Narine showcased his batting prowess once again, scoring an explosive 81 off 38 balls. His onslaught included seven sixes and six fours, propelling KKR to an imposing total of 235/6.

Largest constituency in Telangana to witness battle of turncoats

The constituency adjoining the twin cities, but bereft of sufficient civic infrastructure, has gained prominence because its last representative has been none other than Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy himself. He had, in fact, resigned from his MP seat to be sworn in as the Chief Minister of Telangana in December last.

CSK confident of Shivam Dube-led middle-order firing again in season

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IPL 2024: Kolkata Knight Riders take top spot after 98 runs win over Lucknow Super Giants

Narine's explosive innings of 81 runs off just 39 balls propelled KKR to a formidable total of 235 for 6.

CM Jagan Woos Muslims, Says He Firmly Backs 4 Per Cent Reservations for Them

Vijayawada: Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy as president of the YSR Congress is concentrating his attention on minority votes in 62 assembly constituencies where they are the deciding factor in the present assembly and LS polls in the state. These constituencies, out of the total 175, have the highest and moderate voting percentages supporting 4 per cent Muslim reservations. Jagan Reddy pushed Telugu Desam chief Nara Chandrababu into a quandary by daring the TD chief to raise the Muslim reservation issue in front of Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the three-party alliances election meetings in AP. Jagan Reddy said, On one hand, Chandrababu Naidu joined hands with the BJP, which promised to remove the 4 per cent reservation for Muslims. Conversely, in an attempt to secure votes from the minority community, Naidu resorts to a deceitful act of false affection, further betraying Muslims. I boldly assert this today: The 4 per cent reservation for Muslims must remain intact. This is my firm stance! Will Chandrababu dare to voice this in front of Modi? Will he disassociate himself from the NDA? What is the purpose of this alliance, Chandrababu? Why the pretence of affection? Why align with the NDA, which opposes Muslim reservation, while perpetuating such deceit in your gatherings? Jagan Reddy, in a bid to get the support of minorities, further asserted, The 4 per cent reservation given to minority brothers is not given based on religion. These reservations are not applied to upper castes among the Muslims. This 4 per cent reservation is on a backward class basis. Im questioning the BJP and other opposition parties on this. All religions have BCs and OCs, these are reservations given on a backward class basis, subject to the provisions of the Constitution. Is it moral to play politics on such reservations and mess with their lives? He added, We will support minorities on issues like 4 per cent reservation, NRC, CAA, and any such minority-related issue, Minority sentiments will be secured and supported by Jagan and his party. Political analysts say that the bold statement of Jagan Reddy, of the YSRC protecting the minorities, will turn as lethal as the BJPs firmness on the cancellation of Muslim reservations. If the TD supports it, then this would be a big disadvantage to Naidu in the present elections, they aver. They said the YSRC has already started a negative campaign against Naidu and TD, which would be intensified in the next couple of days. This posed a threat to TD and is an advantage to YSRC, as it had allocated 7 assembly seats to minorities out of 175. The Muslim voters are the deciding factor in Kadapa, Kurnool, Rajampeta, Nandyala, Guntur East, Kadiri, Nellore, Srisailam, Hindupur, Proddatur, Pileru, Anantapur, Adoni, Allagadda, Nandikokuru, Madanapalli, Guntakal, Punganur, Vijayawada West, Tadikonda, Chilakaluripet, Panyam, Palamaneru, Banaganapally, Narasaraopeta, Tirupati, Nellore (Rural), Guntur (West), Rajampet, Gurzala, Kodumuru, Ponnur, Sattenapalli, Atmakuru, Emiganuru, Kamalapuram. Giddalur, Penamalur, Pedakurapadu, Pulivendula, Tamballapally, Dhone, Maidukuru, Vijayawada Central, Nandigama, Kovvur, Mangalagiri, Jammalamadugu, Ongole, Machilipatnam, Eluru, Parchur, Visakhapatnam, Penukonda, Rayadurgam, Chandragiri, Dharmavaram, Udayagiri, Rayachoti, Gannavaram and Gudivada assembly segments. The analysts say that the Muslim minorities carry at least 25,000 to one lakh voted in these sixty assembly constituencies. Hence, Jagan Reddy is wooing these minorities to sweep the elections with the help of 4 per cent Muslim reservations in the present elections. Kurnool MLA Hafiz Khan said Jagan Reddy will definitely protect the 4 per cent reservation for Muslims and he will oppose laws like NRC and CAA. Muslims will not allow cancellation of the 4 per cent reservations at any cost and this issue will play an important role in the elections.

Only Cong Can Ensure All-Round Progress: Ranjith

Hyderabad: Chevella Congress candidate Dr G. Ranjith Reddy on Sunday said that the BJP and BRS candidates were making false promises only to divert the attention of voters. The Congress, which introduced and implemented welfare schemes in Telangana state, would also introduce similar welfare schemes on a national scale after it comes to power at the Centre, he said. Ranjith Reddy participated in an election campaign at Nagaram, Amir Pate, Kolla Padakal, and Maheshwaram villages in Maheshwaram mandal. Later, 400 activists of the BRS and the BJP joined the Congress party in his presence in Nagaram village. Speaking on the occasion, Ranjith Reddy said that the Congress would give importance to the constituencys development and welfare schemes. He said that a vote for the BJP meant that it was goodbye to reservations. People are not in a position to trust the BRS. We will waive loans of farmers of up to Rs 2 lakh by August 15, while the welfare of all sections remains our partys priority. Around 3,500 houses will be built for the homeless in each constituency every year, Reddy said. JDP chairperson Thigala Anita Harinath Reddy and local leaders Nerella Sharada and K. Laxma Reddy participated in the programme.

Jamia Millia Islamia's nursing student jumps from flyover in Delhi

Jamia Millia Islamias nursing student jumps from flyover in Delhi

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Israel Shuts Gaza Crossing After Hamas Rocket Barrage From Rafah

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J&K Apni Partys Altaf Bukhari, Gh Hassan Mir along with other party leaders during a public meeting in Chanapora on Sunday. -Excelsior/Shakeel

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LG Manoj Sinha addressing a seminar at Ghazipur on Sunday.

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KCR May Form a Liquor Front in Delhi, says Kishan Reddy

Hyderabad: The Revanth Reddy government would fall if the BJP won a majority Lok Sabha seats, TS BJP president G. Kishan Reddy said, but his party was not interested in it as the leadership was clear that it should focus on strengthening itself in the state. It may be the agenda of Congress dissidents to dethrone the Revanth government or that of the BRS. We want the Revanth government to continue, he said at a meet-the-press programme organised by the Telangana Union of Working Journalists. He said the BRS had become irrelevant and would not win a single seat. He called BRS president K. Chandrashekar Rao's statement of a coalition government at the Centre a day-dream. KCR can play a Liquor and Brandy Morcha or Front in Delhi, he said. On the comments by BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao that Hyderabad would be made a Union Territory if the BJP won a third term, Kishan Reddy said the nightmares of BRS leaders had increased after they lost power. The issue is not being discussed or debated anywhere, he said. Listing the achievements of the Modi government, Kishan Reddy said that he is finding the most favourable atmosphere for the party. A tsunami kind of under-current is sweeping even in rural areas and it would reflect on the counting day on June 4, he said. He challenged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for a debate on financial assistance from the Centre in the last 10 years to the state. The people are laughing at Revanth for his comment that the Centre had given `gadida guddu (donkeys egg) when the Centre has given `9.5 lakh crore to the state, he said.

Family members of deceased protesting for fair investigation into alleged drowing of a youth in Udhampur. -Excelsior/K Kumar

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Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh addressing BJP election meeting of Howrah Lok Sabha constituency on Sunday.

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Drug peddlers in the custody of Pacca Danga Police Station.

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Sham Lal Sharma and others releasing poster of Kalaanjali.

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Members of GIRA addressing a press conference in Jammu on Sunday.

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Ritu Singh presenting a souvenir to RR Bhatnagar (Advisor to Governor) and his wife during an event at Hari Niwas Palace, Jammu.

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BJP leader and former Minister Surjit Singh Slathia presenting trophy to winning team.

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PM Modi leads grand procession in Ayodhya amidst saffron sea of supporters

LUCKNOW: A large crowd gathered to observe the 2-kilometer procession led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the sacred city of Ayodhya on Sunday evening. People had lined up on both the sides of Rampath braving the extreme sweltering heat since noon to get a glimpse of the PM who took darshan of Ram Lalla consecrated in his abode in the upcoming temple. The entire temple town was painted or draped in hues of saffron, orange and yellow with cutouts of Modi popping up on the streets and faces of youths who stood patiently for more than two hours waiting for the special rath of the BJP leader. Dividing Rampath, the key arterial road into two sections, the administration allowed the crowd to gather till the divider this time making more space for the crowd. During the entire route of road show, people from both sides of the road showered rose petals on PM flanked by UP CM Yogi Adityanath and BJPs Ayodhya candidate Lallu Singh, atop a decked up four-wheeler. Also the length of the roadshow was restricted to 2.2 kilometre and it culminated at Lata Mangeshkar chowk. In another advantage the devotees and pilgrims visiting Ayodhya and Ram temple from neighbouring districts and states were also keen on attending the road show through which the PM attempted to firm up the prospects of BJP candidates in Ayodhya and adjoining seats. To avoid excessive overcrowding at a single spot and better crowd management, the entire holding area for Modi fans was divided into more than 50 separate blocks. Each block was barricaded to restrict flow of the pedestrians and stage performers remained at the forefront facing the route where roadshow took place. Over three dozen women party workers were also deputed to welcome Modi and perform various rituals when he arrived. A 18-member group of drummers, meanwhile, stole the limelight opposite Birla Dharamshala. Few metres ahead towards Hanuman Garhi, BJP workers as well as crowd stood waiting at the railings. Repeating slogans like abki baar Modi Sarkar almost all individuals occupying the front row wore saffron BJP caps and stole with several holding large cutouts of Modi.

PM's veiled dig at Rahul Gandhi, Akhilesh Yadav: Appeasement a must for 'shehzade'

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KKR reclaim top spot after all-round Sunil Narine downs LSG

KKR reclaim top spot after allround Sunil Narine downs LSG

Jamia's Nursing Student Jumps from Flyover in Delhi

Chand, a native of Bihar, lives in Patel Nagar area. He gave an exam on Saturday and was supposed to appear for another one on Monday, police said

Mehbooba served notice for 'using child' to seek votes

Additional District Magistrate, Rajouri and nodal officer for MCC, Rajeev Kumar Khajuria issued the show cause notice to Ms. Mufti in connection with an election rally she conducted in the Shahdara Sharief area on May 1

KCR to Address Corner Meeting in Nizamabad

Nizamabad: BRS president, former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekar Rao will address a corner meeting in Nizamabad on May 6. He will enter the district at Kammarpally from Jagtial on Monday evening and will reach Nizamabad by 5.30 pm. A road show will be conducted from the old collectorate to Nehru Park in the town. KCR will address the public seeking votes for BRS MP candidate Bajireddy Govardhan. He will halt at night in Nizamabad and meet people of different sections on Tuesday morning. Then, ge will leave for Kamareddy district. Balkonda MLA V. Prashanth Reddy on Sunday urged the people to make a grand success of the BRS road show on May 6. He added that the people were showing separate Telangana movement-like respect to KCR during his road shows. BRS MP candidate Bajireddy Govardhan, BRS district president A. Jeevan Reddy, former MLA Bigala Ganesh Gupta and others were present.

Campaigning ends for third phase, high stakes for BJP

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Patnam Suneetha Pitches for Communal Amity

Hyderabad: Congress candidate for the Malkajgiri Lok Sabha seat Patnam Suneetha Mahender Reddy on Sunday visited JNCM Church and Hosanna Church as part of her election campaign and interacted with the people. She offered prayers and interacted with those present on the occasion. She emphasised the importance of religious diversity and communal amity. Suneetha Reddy also enquired about the local issues and promised to take them to the notice of the government and redress them. The Congress leaders focus on community engagement across demographics is being received positively by members of all communities.

PM failed Indias daughters, says Congress on ticket to Brij Bhushans son

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Sunny Deol credits this person for his, Bobby Deol, Dharmendra's career growth: 'We were not doing...'

Sunny Deol attributed the success of his family to his daughter-in-law Drisha Acharya, who married his son Karan Deol in June 2023.

Medical Aspirant Dies By Suicide In Hostel Room In Karnataka: Cops

A second year Pre-University student allegedly died by suicide at her hostel room in a private college in Moodbidri, police said on Sunday.

India Has 'Unexplored' Opportunities: Warren Buffett

Buffett's remarks came at Berkshire's annual meeting on Friday when Rajeev Agarwal of DoorDarshi Advisors, a US-based hedge fund that invests in Indian equities, asked him about the possibility of Berkshire exploring in India, the world's fifth-largest economy.

Declared willful defaulter, petitioner challenges SBIs decision

Hyderabad: Justice S. Nanda of the Telangana High Court allowed a writ petition filed by Ritesh Kumar and others challenging the action of the SBI in declaring them wilful defaulters. The petitioners, promoters of Rajvir Industries, said the SBI had moved an application for an insolvency resolution process against the company. The bank also issued a showcause notice citing the petitioner as a wilful defaulter as determined by an identification committee. The petitioner sought a copy of the forensic audit report, which was refused as being confidential. It was the case of the petitioner that being declared wilful defaulter was a matter of serious civic consequence and the procedure followed by the bank was in utter violation of the petitioners fundamental rights. It was further the case of the petitioners that they did not receive any order issued by the wilful defaulter review committee, which did not apply its mind independently. Referring to the verdict of the Supreme Court in a similar matter, Justice Nanda echoed the observations of the apex court which had said declaration of account as fraud observed that principles of natural justice demand that the borrowers must be served a notice given an opportunity to explain the findings in the forensic audit report (FAR) before the account is declared as fraud. This indicates that the forensic audit report must be necessarily supplied to the borrower prior to declaring an account as fraud. This court in principle opines that the same principles of natural justice need to be necessarily followed prior to declaring the petitioners as defaulters or willful defaulters and the petitioners should be furnished with a copy of the FAR. BH liquor shop under HC scrutiny The alleged illegal construction of Tales over Spirits, an uptown liquor outlet, came up for scrutiny before the Telangana High Court. Hearing a writ petition field by Konda Chandrashekar, a businessman from Pragatinagar, Justice T. Vinod Kumar directed the GHMC to consider the grievance of the petitioner and act in accordance with law. The petitioner was aggrieved by the civic authorities winking at the alleged unauthorised constructions raised by Tales over Spirit on Road No. 3 Banjara Hills without securing building permission. It was also contended that the construction was in violation of the Telangana Municipalities Act and the TS-bPASS Act. It also violated the petitioner's connotational right to property, it is alleged. HC focus on schools in residential area Justice C.V. Bhaskar Reddy of the Telangana High Court required the state authorities to examine the charge that residential plots were converted into a commercial space at Alwal. The judge passed the interim order while dealing with a writ plea filed by Sri Siddi Vinayaka Nagar Residents Welfare Association complaining that respondents were proceeding to construct a school in the area. It is said that Mitta Ramakrishna, president of Isha Educational Society, Raju Sangani, the founder and chairman of Masterminds School and Mannava Venkata Sharat Chandra were proceeding with the construction without a feasibility report or permission.

Modi and Yogi are working for your children, PM says in U.P., targets Opposition over dynastic politics

In his day-long visit to Uttar Pradesh, PM the held a two-kilometre-long roadshow in Ayodhya, offered prayers at the Ram Mandir in the evening; he spoke of his humble roots as a chaiwala, and described the manifesto and slogans of both the Congress and the SP as lies

Terrorists Who Attacked IAF Convoy in J&Ks Poonch Hiding in Woods Near LoC

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LUCKNOW: Prime Minister Narendra Modi strongly criticized Congress and Samajwadi Party, emphasizing his humble background and questioning the dynastic credentials and legacy of the India Alliance partners in Uttar Pradesh. While addressing massive poll rallies in Etawah and Dhaurarha, on Sunday, the PM said that while he would go into the history of nation as one Chaiwala who broke the tradition of a Prime Ministers son becoming the PM or CM, the legacy of Congress and SP leaders was related to affluence and political power games. Both the constituencies will vote in Phase four polls on May 13. The PM also held a 2-km roadshow in the temple town of Ayodhya after taking darshan of Ram Lalla late on Sunday evening. It was his first visit to Ram temple after the consecration ceremony of Ram Lalla on January 22. Earlier, in Etawah, the PM said he was paving the way for the country not just for coming five years but for the next 25 years adding that Modi may not be there, this country will always remain till eternity, he said. Claiming that both Congress and SP were fighting the ensuing polls for their future generation, the PM said that he and UP CM Yogi Adityanath had no kids and both were working day in and day out for the children of countrymen. While my legacy is associated with every Indian, some consider Mainpuri, Kannauj, and Etawah as their rightful citadels and some others (read Congress leaders) regard Amethi-Rae Bareli as their personal estates. But Modi's legacy is all about a pucca house for the poor, a toilet for women, electricity, gas, water, free grains, free healthcare, a National Education Policy, asserted the PM. Taking a dig at the SP, the PM said that those who claimed to be the messiah of Yadavs could not find a Yadav outside the SPs first family to give ticket in ensuing Lok Sabha polls. On the contrary, in the BJP, any Karyakarta could reach the highest positions, he added. Notably, the SP has fielded five members of Yadav clan across UP this time including SP chief Akhilesh Yadav from Kannauj, his wife Dimple from Mainpuri, his cousins Akshay from Ferozabad, Aditya from Badaun and Dharmendra from Azamgarh -- all of them come from Yadav clan. The PM also remembered SP patriarch Mulayam Singh Yadav who had wished him with victory in 2019. Reiterating his stand over reservation to SC, ST and OBC, the PM while claiming that the Congress manifesto had the imprints of Muslim League as the grand old party had a design to rob the Dalits and OBC of their 27 per reservation and hand it over to their vote bank on religious line as was done in Karnataka. Till the time Modi is alive, he will not let these parties succeed in their designs, he said adding that the opposition was spreading lies about the Constitution and provisions of reservation. Realising that Etawah has dominant Yadav population, the PM brought the issue of his diving deep into the sea and worshipping the undersea Dwarika shrine saying how could the Yaduvanshis join hands with those who mocked him for underwater prayers. Those in UP, who say they are Yaduvanshi, the leader who takes the benefits of being a Yaduvanshi, I want to ask him, how can he sit with a party which insults Lord Krishna? How can you have an agreement with them? asked the PM adding: While criticizing Modi, they have begun to disrespect Lord Krishna's worship. Initially, they claimed there was nothing beneath the sea in Dwarka. Now, they ridicule Lord Krishna's worship, showing no respect for our faith, he said. In Dhaurahra in Sitapur, Modi said Muslims had started understanding that the Congress and INDIA bloc were using them as pawns, asserting that the community was also coming along the BJP after seeing the development done by it. He also said that the poor and those belonging to the SC, ST and OBC communities had distanced themselves from the Congress and the opposition alliance, and come to the BJP. Politics of appeasement has become compulsory for the existence of 'shehzade' of SP and Congress, he said in an apparent attack on Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav. The PM appreciated the UP CM Yogi Adityanath for the marked improvement in law and order situation and overall transformation of the state for good. Slamming the opposition for defaming indigenous COVID-19 vaccines, the PM said that they got themselves vaccinated secretly but sparked fear among people by calling it BJP vaccine which was unsafe.

The iconic Cauvery Theatre in Bengaluru ends its glorious run

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Man accused of Shiv Sena leader's murder in Punjab to contest Lok Sabha polls

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Hyderabad: Election Duty Employees Participate in Postal Voting

Hyderabad: The government employees who were assigned election duties participated in postal voting on Sunday across the state. Reports said the turnout was low. Of the approximately 1.58 lakh postal voters, 32,331 voters used the facility till May 4 night. Facilitation centres have been set up in each Lok Sabha constituency for the staff. In 15 Assembly segments of Hyderabad district, 1,914 personnel cast their vote through postal ballot on Sunday. Till date, 5,233 personnel have voted through postal ballots in the district. As many as 15,637 senior citizens exercised their votes from home. A total 23,247 votes were approved by the Election Commission in the home voter category.

TMC Candidate's Car Vandalised, Blames BJP

Kolkata: A car of Arambagh Trinamul Congress candidate Mitali Bag was vandalised during her Lok Sabha Election campaign at Khanakul in Hooghly on Sunday. The windshield and window glasses were smashed. Ms Bag was unhurt. She blamed the BJP workers led by MLA Sushanta Ghosh behind the attack that took place in the morning. The TMC posted on X-handle, After Bangla-Birodhi BJP Leaders Were Exposed By Sandeshkhali Sting Video - Now They Have Attacked Our LS Candidate Mitali Bag. The Nari-Birodhis have done it again! @BJP4India orchestrated an attack on our candidate Mitali Bag in Arambagh's Khanakul area. Her campaign vehicle's smashed rear windshield and windows show the scale of the massive attack mounted by BJP's goons! It alleged, From attacking women candidates to exploiting their dignity through manufactured conspiracies, BJP's anti-Bengal & anti-woman mindset knows no bounds! We strongly condemn this heinous assault and demand @ECISVEEP to take action against the perpetrators!

Sharad Pawars events on Monday cancelled over health reasons: NCP (SP)

Pune: The Pune unit of the NCP(SP) has said that party chief Sharad Pawar has cancelled his events on Monday over health reasons. In a statement released on Sunday, Prashant Jagtap, the city president of NCP (SP), said Pawar had some discomfort in the throat while addressing a rally in Baramati in support of his Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

Iranian boat intercepted off Kerala coast, 6 Indian fishermen held

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Congress Leader Vijay Wadettiwar Claims Karkare Killed by RSS-Affiliated Cop, Not Kasab

Mumbai: Maharashtra Congress leader Vijay Wadettiwar on Sunday sparked a controversy after he alleged that an RSS-affiliated cop and not Pakistani terrorist Ajmal Kasab killed former state anti-terrorism squad (ATS) chief Hemant Karkare during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack. Wadettiwar claimed that Ujjwal Nikam, the BJP candidate from Mumbai North Central, tried to hide the truth from the court, when he was the public prosecutor in the 26/11 terror attack trial in which Ajmal Kasab was sentenced to death. Wadettiwar, a former minister, on Saturday had said, Hemant Karkare was not killed by bullets of terrorists like Ajmal Kasab, but by a policeman close to RSS. Ujjwal Nikam, who appeared as special public prosecutor, is a traitor who suppressed this fact and BJP has given an election ticket to a traitor like him. Karkare, who was killed in action during the 26/11 Mumbai terror attack, was posthumously awarded Ashok Chakra, Indias highest bravery award. Nikam, who is up against Congress Varsha Gaikwad on the Mumbai North Central Lok Sabha seat, said that he was pained by such baseless allegations which raised doubts over his integrity. He (Wadettiwar) is insulting not me, but the 166 departed souls and all persons injured in the 26/11 attacks, Nikam said. However, Wadettiwar on Sunday clarified saying that he was quoting from a book Who Killed Karkare? written by former Inspector General of Police SM Mushrif. Hemant Karkare was not killed by terrorists bullets. This is written in the book of police officer SM Mushrif. Why did Ujjwal Nikam not bring this to the fore? Mushrif has written in his book that Karkare was killed by a bullet and that bullet is not of extremists (terrorists)... It is not a big deal to hang Ajmal Kasab, any ordinary lawyer could have done this, Wadettiwar said. The Congress leaders allegations came on the backdrop of BJPs advertisements in state newspapers asking people where their vote will cause celebrations India or Pakistan? The Congress has lodged a complaint of violation of model code of conduct at the Election Commission accusing the saffron party of polarisation. Meanwhile, reacting to Wadettiwars statement, Maharashtra BJP chief Chandrashekhar Bawankule said, How much Congress can stoop to any level to get votes in an election? Congress should feel ashamed of it. Just to oppose the BJP, he (Wadettiwar) is taking the side of terrorist Ajmal Kasab, he said. Mumbai BJP chief Ashish Shelar has written to Election Commission asking the poll agency to take action against Wadettiwar for his inflammatory remarks. According to Shelars complaint, Wadettiwars remarks allegedly propagate false narratives that violate the Model Code of Conduct and also reportedly risk inciting communal tension and causing enmity among communities. Shelar has alleged that Wadettiwars statements directly contradict established legal outcomes and court judgments, challenging the authority and integrity of the judiciary. He asserts that such actions constitute a deliberate attempt to mislead the public and incite communal discord, in violation of several provisions of the Model Code of Conduct.

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Amit Shah Lambasts YSRC Rule in AP

Amit Shah lambasts YSRC rule in AP NAGABHUSHANAM HOSKOTE | DC ANANTAPUR, MAY 5 Union Home Minister Amit Shah came down heavily on the YSRC government on Sunday, saying it was failing to fulfill the needs of the state, including completion of the Polavaram project in the past five years. The TD-JS-BJP alliance was formed to end gundagiri, criminal activities and corruption, and re-establish Amaravati as the capital of Andhra Pradesh, protect the sacredness of Lord Venkateswara and preserve the Telugu language, Amith Shah claimed. While praising the efforts of TD chief Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the home minister observed that Naidu as CM of united AP took the state to the top. Even after the bifurcation, he started the development process of the state, but now, Jagan Reddy derailed all those efforts, Shah said. Amith Shah was addressing an election meeting for the BJP candidate from Dharmavaram assembly segment Satya Kumar at Dharmavaram in Satya Sai district. He said Jagan Mohan Reddy had kept none of his promises and development stands at 0, investment stands at 0 and unemployment is at its peak, even with a rise in the states debt to `13.50 lakh crore. The Infrastructure projects are all shut down, but the projects of the land mafia are going on in full force. Jagan Reddy promised a ban on alcohol. Did he implement the ban? Instead, he started a whole syndicate of alcohol in the state. The Union minister criticised the Jagan Mohan Reddy government for undermining the Telugu language and promised that the BJP would safeguard it as long as we are in power. Shah emphasized the importance of the Polavaram project as a lifeline for Andhra Pradesh, crediting the BJP for its national status and promising rapid completion of the project in two years if the BJP-led government is elected at both the state and central levels. He accused the Jagan-led state administration of delaying the project due to corruption. Shah made it clear that the BJP, TDP and Jana Sena have formed a coalition in Andhra Pradesh specifically to end the corruption and chaotic administration in the state. He highlighted the coalition's commitment to fight corruption and criminal elements, and said his presence in Dharmavaram was to strengthen this fight. He noted that two phases of the seven-phased Lok Sabha elections had already concluded, and expressed confidence in the coalition's prospects in the third phase too. TD chief N Chandrababu Naidu called on the people to support the alliance to complete Amaravati state capital, Polavaram and other pending projects in addition to the manifesto of the alliance. Interestingly, several party workers displayed Jr NTR photos and banners in the public meeting.

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Siddaramaiah Asserts Strong Prospects in Karnataka, Predicts Victory in 20 Seats

Belagavi: Chief Minister Siddaramaiah exuded confidence in the Congress Party's prospects in Karnataka, predicting victory in at least 20 seats in the ongoing Parliament Election. Speaking at a joint press conference alongside Deputy Chief Minister and KPCC president DK Shivakumar, and AICC General Secretary Randeep Singh Surjewala, Siddaramaiah outlined the party's optimism based on feedback from local workers. In the first phase of the election for 14 constituencies, our information and inputs from local workers indicate a potential win of 8-9 seats. Looking ahead to the second phase on May 7, we anticipate securing more than 10 seats. In total, we are poised to clinch at least 20 seats in Karnataka, Siddaramaiah affirmed. Speaking about the party's track record, Siddaramaiah highlighted the fulfillment of promises made before the Assembly elections. We delivered on all five guarantees within 8 months of assuming power. This track record, along with our fulfillment of 158 out of 165 promises during our 2013-18 tenure, instills faith in the electorate, he claimed. Taking aim at Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Siddaramaiah pointed at the lack of acknowledgment of his administration's achievements of two terms. Modi fails to enumerate even 10 accomplishments of his 10-year tenure. Instead, his rhetoric focuses on divisive tactics, neglecting substantive achievements, Siddaramaiah alleged. He also pointed at the BJP's skepticism regarding guarantee schemes. They initially claimed that the guarantees were unimplementable. Subsequently, they warned of bankrupting the state if the guarantees were enforced. They also alleged that developmental projects would cease and the gurantee schemes would culminate before parliamentary elections. These assertions are all baseless falsehoods, the CM said. Contrary to BJP's assertions, guarantee schemes are sustainable, with allocations reserved for both guarantees and development. This commitment will persist, he reassured, detailing the state government's budgetary allocations. Describing the election as a second freedom movement, Siddaramaiah accused the BJP of undermining constitutional principles. He criticized BJP MPs for their perceived inaction on behalf of Karnataka, asserting, None of BJP's 25 MPs have voiced concerns for Kannadigas. DK Shivakumar questioned BJP's moral authority to seek votes. BJP's decade-long tenure lacks significant accomplishments. This election represents a battle between the truth of Congress and BJP's falsehoods, Shivakumar asserted. Both Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar urged voters to rebuff the BJP in the upcoming election.

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Age Old Rivals Gear Up for Do or Die Poll in Sarvepalli

Tirupati: Nellore's Sarvepalli constituency, a bastion that has nurtured eminent political stalwarts, finds itself at the epicenter of an intense electoral battle between the ruling YSR Congress and the opposition Telugu Desam. This constituency, steeped in historical significance, has witnessed a dynamic shift in political allegiances over the decades. Its political landscape has been shaped by the legacies of illustrious leaders like Bezawada Gopala Reddy, a former chief minister of the erstwhile Andhra state who represented the region in the 1950s. Sarvepalli has been a Congress bastion since 1955, with its candidates emerging triumphant in eight elections till now. However, there was a shift in fortunes from 1983 to 1999, when the TD clinched the seat. The Congress regained its foothold by winning the 2004 and 2009 elections, and currently, it is the YSRC that holds the MLA position. At the heart of this electoral clash lies a high-stakes contest between incumbent agriculture minister Kakani Govardhan Reddy, vying for an unprecedented third consecutive term, and TDs politburo member Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy, a former minister who has endured a string of consecutive defeats in the past four elections. Undeterred by his previous setbacks, Somireddy is gearing up for a fifth and potentially defining electoral battle. As the campaign trail intensifies, allegations of corruption and personal animosity have added fuel to the already fiery rivalry between Kakani and Somoireddy. The minister has levelled accusations of amassing wealth, including properties abroad, against his opponent, further escalating the tensions between the two adversaries. He is banking on his political clout and mounted an intense campaign to secure a third consecutive term. On the other hand, Somireddy, bolstered by the support of his son Raja Gopala Reddy and daughter-in-law Sruthi Reddy, has taken the electoral battle to the grassroots, engaging with local residents and championing long-standing issues. His recent agitation against the port authorities over the alleged shutdown of the Krishnapatnam container terminal, which could imperil thousands of jobs and substantial revenue, has garnered him sympathy and positioned him as a formidable contender. Analysts predict a fiercely contested election, with the YSRC touting its development initiatives and the fulfillment of manifesto promises, while the TD capitalizes on anti-incumbency sentiments and the defection of disgruntled YSRCP leaders to its ranks. The migration of influential figures from the ruling party to the opposition, coupled with allegations of neglect and parallel administration, has compounded the challenges faced by the incumbent YSRC. Total votes 2,30,412 Male 1,12,046 Female 1,18,340 Others 26

Pubs Hiring Women to Entice Customers With Sexual Overtones

Hyderabad: Some pubs in the city have been adopting devious means to increase their collections. They are hiring women who entice male customers with obscene gestures and sexual overtones. These establishments tap women who are unemployed and those staying in hostels. On being recruited, they are trained by the management on methods to trap customers like performing obscene dances or consuming liquor with the customer in order to maximise their bills, police sources said. In this connection, a west zone task force team with Banjara Hills police raided After 9 Pub in the limits of Banjara Hills police station late on Saturday night and arrested over 171 persons, including two managers, a DJ operator, five bouncers, and 32 women who were enticing customers with indecent performances at the behest of the management, said S. Rashmi Perumal, DCP (task force) in a press release here on Sunday. The management of the bar sexually objectified women, which is immoral and unethical, she said. Satish, the owner of After 9 Pub, is reportedly in Visakhapatnam and he has been served a notice. Recently, a north zone task force team raided Urvasi Bar and Restaurant at Begumpet, where women were engaged for similar purposes. Police sources disclosed that the excise and prohibition wing and GHMC have been urged to cancel licences of establishments found using women in an immoral way to boost their revenues and profits. Rashmi cautioned the management of pubs and bars in the twin cities to ensure that their premises are run legally. We will be conducting surprise raids on pubs and taking appropriate action. We will depute our teams in plain dress and keep a tab on the activities of pub managements, inspector Raghavendra said.

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People in SCB Area Trust Me, Says Sri Ganesh

Hyderabad: Sri Ganesh, Congress candidate for the Secunderabad Cantonment Assembly bypoll, said that two elevated corridor projects that were pending for years under the BRS regime were started within 100 days of the Congress coming to power in the state, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy resolving land acquisition issues to ensure seamless connectivity from Secunderabad to northern Telangana. In an interview with Deccan Chronicle . Sri Ganesh said he had empathy towards the family of former Cantonment MLA Lasya Nanditha, who died in a road accident, but emotions alone would not develop a constituency. Taking on BRS candidate G. Niveditha, sister of Nanditha, he said that BRS members had protested when she was declared as the candidate. Excerpts: Q. How do you rate the 100 days of Congress administration? Apart from implementing the guarantees promised during the Assembly elections, the Congress government under the leadership of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has brought two new elevated corridors to improve the connectivity between Secunderabad and northern Telangana. While the BRS failed to do it for years, this government did it within 100 days of coming to power. Q. Five-time MLA G. Sayanna died last year, and his daughter G. Lasya Nanditha died in a road mishap this year. How will these deaths impact the bypoll? I have empathy towards the Sayanna family for their loss, but emotion will not develop a constituency. When Niveditha was declared as the BRS candidate, her own party members protested against the decision. The Sayanna family has been representing Secunderabad Cantonment in the Assembly for several years. But this area does not have basic amenities like a good education health infrastructure and water supply. While the rest of the city pays 7.5 per cent stamp duty for property registration, people in Secunderabad Cantonment pay 11 per cent. Obtaining a building permit is a strenuous task. To date, 40 per cent of people dont have pattas and the residents pay more property tax compared to others. Is this what the Sayanna family achieved after holding the post of MLA for so many years? 3. You have joined the Congress from the BJP ahead of the polls. How is your rapport with the cadre? Revolutionary balladeer Gaddars daughter G.V. Vennela is the Congress incharge for the Secunderabad Cantonment constituency. She is extending her full support. The Congress cadre is working for my victory and also for the victory of the (Malkajgiri) Lok Sabha candidate Patnam Sunitha Mahender Reddy. Q. The closure of roads by the Local Military Authority (LMA) has always been a poll issue. How will you address it? The acquisition of defence land, which seemed to be an impossible task, was completed within 100 days by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. The issues related to road closure will be resolved. Q. What impact will the Lok Sabha election have on your prospects in the bypoll? People across the country are with the Congress. So the Lok Sabha polls will benefit me. People in Secunderabad Cantonment have seen the work I did for this constituency. I provided education to the poor, health camps, and civic works with my money. I am far ahead in the battle compared to the BRS and the BJP, and more accessible to people compared to the other contestants. Q. The SCB-GHMC merger is also a poll issue. Revanth Reddy is keen on the merger of the Secunderabad Cantonment area with GHMC. As soon as I get elected I will speed up the process.

Telangana Voters Have Lost Trust in Cong and BRS: Vishweshwar

Hyderabad: BJP candidate for the Chevella Lok Sabha seat Konda Vishweshwar Reddy said that the people of the state have endured myriad hardships during the ten years of K. Chandrasekhar Rao's familys misrule. The Congress came to power with unviable promises and now the people have seen through those empty promises, Vishweshwar Reddy said while addressing a rally at Rajendranagar. Reddy said, The Congress has no moral right to question Prime Minister Narendra Modi's contributions to nation-building. During the Congress rule, the city saw bomb blasts like many other cities. Not a single such incident occurred during Modis rule. Like an ever-vigilant soldier, Modi has safeguarded the nation with unwavering dedication. He is ensuring that the poor have enough to eat, he said. His wife, Sangita Reddy addressing residents of gated communities in Narsingi, said that Modi had achieved much more than what his predecessors had accomplished since independence. His vision, policies, and unwavering commitment have propelled India to make rapid strides across all sectors, she said.

Poll Season Sees Uptick in Wildlife Poaching Attempts

Hyderabad: Its not just leaders of political parties who are being poached by their rival parties. Even the wildlife in Telangana, if the goings on in the states forests are any indication, are being poached by hunters who are having a somewhat free run as a result of some of the forest department staff being deployed for election duties. In the latest such incident, three would-be poachers were nabbed during a hunt in the Madhira forest range in Khammam district on the night of May 3. The forest officials confiscated a single-barrel country-made rifle nine live cartridges and two spent cartridges from their possession. This was the third in a series of arrests of poachers in the district since the first week of April. In the first incident, two persons from Hyderabad and one from Andhra Pradesh were caught in the Talleda forest range. That hunt was arranged by a local mediator. On April 29, two were arrested after they killed a sambar deer in the Madhira forest range, and efforts are on to nab them with the help of AP police who bought the meat from the poachers. According to Siddharth Vikram Singh, district forest officer for Khammam, two of the three arrested on May 3 night were from AP and the third was a local person who facilitated the attempted hunt. They had taken two shots at some deer near a water hole but missed. Some of our staff who noticed torchlight beams along an incline in the forest went to investigate. Taking great risk in the face of two armed people, forest beat officer Nageshwar Rao and forest section officer U. Suresh, overpowered and arrested them, Vikram Singh said. The arrested were identified as Anumolu Srinivasa Rao, Poola Krishna Rao from NTR district of AP, and Parisee Mareswara Rao from G. Goparam village in Khammam district. According to some department officials, such increased poaching activity usually occurs during large festivals when forest staff is also deployed for bandobast duties but this was the first time that this was being noticed during elections. While in some districts, the deployment of forest staff for poll duties is around 10 per cent of the staff, in some cases, it is up to 60 to 70 per cent, forest officials said. Poaching is easier in summers as most water sources dry up and animals begin congregating near the few sources that still can provide water for drinking. And we are stepping up our vigil at all water bodies in the forest, the official added.

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Postal, Home Voting on May 7 and May 9

Vijayawada: NTR district election officer and collector S. Dilli Rao announced that the Election Commission has made arrangements for essential service personnel to cast their votes on May 7. Home voting will be facilitated on May 7 and May 9. Dilli Rao said they have received 1,052 applications for home voting in the district.

Doordarshan National ropes in prominent personalities for election awareness campaign

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