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Andhra CM seeks CBI probe into Satyam scam

Andhra CM seeks CBI probe into Satyam scam

Rediff.com10 Feb 2009

In a letter to the Prime Minister, Reddy said though the CB-CID had been in constant touch with other investigating agencies, there were issues that needed to be looked into by central government organisations such as the Income Tax department, Enforcement Directorate, Registrar of Companies, Ministry of Company Affairs, Serious Fraud Investigation Office and the Securities and Exchange Board of India.

Satyam's fraud will be inquired into: Andhra CM

Satyam's fraud will be inquired into: Andhra CM

Rediff.com7 Jan 2009

Andhra Pradesh chief minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy said on Wednesday he was not aware of the details of the Satyam Computer financial fraud, and would take appropriate action after studying the case. Reddy was in New Delhi for a meeting with Planning Commission deputy chairman Montek Singh Ahluwalia.

Telangana will be death blow for Congress in Andhra: CM

Telangana will be death blow for Congress in Andhra: CM

Rediff.com9 Feb 2014

The decision to bifurcate Andhra Pradesh has "zero" electoral prospects and it will be a "death blow" to the Congress, Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy has claimed.

No time-frame for Telangana statehood: Andhra CM

No time-frame for Telangana statehood: Andhra CM

Rediff.com2 Jun 2008

No time-frame can be fixed for solving the complex issue of Telangana statehood as it requires political consensus, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhar Reddy said on Monday.The demand for carving out a separate state was under active consideration of the Congress high command, he said a day after the Telangana Rashtra Samithi, spearheading the statehood movement, received a huge setback in the by-elections.He said the Cong high command was trying to reach consensus.

Ex-Andhra CM Kiran Kumar Reddy to drop plans to float new party

Ex-Andhra CM Kiran Kumar Reddy to drop plans to float new party

Rediff.com3 Mar 2014

Nallari Kiran Kumar Reddy, who will be listed in the history as the last chief minister of an "undivided" Andhra Pradesh, is likely to drop his plans to float a new political party.

Hudhud losses run into thousands of crores: Andhra CM

Hudhud losses run into thousands of crores: Andhra CM

Rediff.com14 Oct 2014

Devastating Cyclone Hudhud caused damage worth thousands of crores in Visakhapatnam and other storm-hit areas of the coast, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said in the port city on Tuesday.

Jagan sworn in as Andhra CM; Naidu skips ceremony

Jagan sworn in as Andhra CM; Naidu skips ceremony

Rediff.com30 May 2019

Governor E S L Narasimhan administered the oath of office and secrecy to the 46-year-old leader, whose party emerged victorious in 151 seats in the 175-member strong state assembly.

Andhra CM nod for new anti- terror body

Andhra CM nod for new anti- terror body

Rediff.com7 Sep 2007

The new anti-terror body named 'Octopus' will be headed by an additional DGP and will have various wings

Andhra CM takes fight against Telangana to President

Andhra CM takes fight against Telangana to President

Rediff.com3 Feb 2014

Terming the rejection of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation-2013 Bill by the state legislature as the Brahmastra (a mythological weapon of great power), Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy has expressed confidence that President Pranab Mukherjee would take into consideration that matter before sending the bill to the Parliament.

Andhra CM stalls Telangana Bill, UPA government in a fix

Andhra CM stalls Telangana Bill, UPA government in a fix

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

The Group of Ministers on Telangana will meet in the first week of February to decide on the Centre's next course of action after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy sought extension of the deadline for discussing and returning the statehood Bill.

Andhra CM declares open revolt: We will defeat Telangana Bill

Andhra CM declares open revolt: We will defeat Telangana Bill

Rediff.com7 Dec 2013

Throwing a direct challenge at the Congress high command, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Saturday said that he would ensure the defeat of the AP Reorganisation Bill 2013 when it comes up for passage in the state assembly.

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Laddu adulteration just tip of iceberg: Pawan Kalyan

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has said that the laddu adulteration issue is just a tip of the iceberg and there are many more decisions taken during the previous regime that have to be investigated.

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Why Did Naidu Meet Modi?

Rediff.com5 Jul 2024

According to an Andhra government statement, Naidu 'reposed confidence' in the PM's leadership.

No Telangana, but Cong may soon replace Andhra CM

No Telangana, but Cong may soon replace Andhra CM

Rediff.com12 Aug 2012

A strong view is now emerging -- at the top levels of the All India Congress Committee and the United Progressive Alliance government -- over the recent spat between state Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy and Union Petroleum Minister S Jaipal Reddy on the Gas pricing issue.

Andhra rains: Vijayawada flooded, over 2.7L affected, says Naidu

Andhra rains: Vijayawada flooded, over 2.7L affected, says Naidu

Rediff.com1 Sep 2024

Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the weather situation with senior officials and asked them to incorporate technologies such as drones to assess the deluge and accordingly plan the relief works.

Andhra CM holds meet ahead of pro-Telangana stir

Andhra CM holds meet ahead of pro-Telangana stir

Rediff.com6 Aug 2011

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy on Saturday held a high-level meeting to discuss the law and order situation in view of various agitation programmes planned by pro-Telangana groups in the next few days and the strike by government employees from August 17.

Rosaiah resigns as Andhra CM ahead of CLP meet

Rosaiah resigns as Andhra CM ahead of CLP meet

Rediff.com24 Nov 2010

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister K Rosaiah on Wednesday resigned ahead of the Congress Legislature Party meeting in Hyderabad.

Andhra CM, Congress leadership in a fix over Jagan loyalists

Andhra CM, Congress leadership in a fix over Jagan loyalists

Rediff.com9 Dec 2011

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy is currently visiting New Delhi and he is expected to discuss the disqualification of those legislators who support YSR Congress president Jagan Mohan Reddy with the party top brass there. Although the official version is that Reddy is in Delhi to wish Congress supremo Sonia Gandhi on her birthday, sources say that he wants to discuss this long-pending issue with the party leadership.

Tirupati temple board removes 18 non-Hindu employees

Tirupati temple board removes 18 non-Hindu employees

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the custodian of Lord Venkateswara Swamy temple, has barred 18 employees from participating in all religious activities for allegedly partaking in non-Hindu activities. The decision has been defended by the Andhra Pradesh government, citing the need to protect the religious sentiments of Hindu devotees. The move has sparked debate, with some supporting the TTD's stance and others criticizing it as discriminatory.

Its an 'all-out war' between Andhra CM, dy CM over Telangana

Its an 'all-out war' between Andhra CM, dy CM over Telangana

Rediff.com30 Aug 2013

It is all out war between Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Kiran Kumar Reddy and Deputy Chief Minister Damodar Rajanarasimha.

Court asks ACB to file case against Andhra CM

Court asks ACB to file case against Andhra CM

Rediff.com28 Feb 2009

A special court of the Anti-Corruption Bureau in Hyderabad directed the Bureau on Friday to register a case against Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy, Irrigation Minister Ponnala Lakshmaiah and nine others in an alleged corruption case relating to a controversial irrigation project.

Ajit Pawar justifies BJP tie-up with secularism plea

Ajit Pawar justifies BJP tie-up with secularism plea

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

Ajit Pawar, who heads the Nationalist Congress Party, which is in an alliance with pro-Hindutva BJP and the Shiv Sena, noted Chief Ministers Mamata Banerjee (West Bengal), Chandrababu Naidu (Andhra Pradesh) and Nitish Kumar (Bihar) -- all secular politicians -- aligned with the BJP for the sake of development of their respective states.

Andhra CM was on a surprise visit to villages

Andhra CM was on a surprise visit to villages

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

The whereabouts of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Dr Y S Rajasekhar Reddy remain unknown, almost seven hours after his helicopter went missing over the deep forest areas in the southern region of the state.

Sons of six former CMs enter fray in Andhra Pradesh assembly polls

Sons of six former CMs enter fray in Andhra Pradesh assembly polls

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, who is contesting from Pulivendula constituency is the son of former CM YS Rajasekhar Reddy.

Speculation mounts after Shivakumar meets Priyanka Gandhi

Speculation mounts after Shivakumar meets Priyanka Gandhi

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar met senior Congress leader Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, fueling speculation about a leadership change in the state. The meeting occurs amid reports of Shivakumar pressing for the chief minister's post.

Budget 'ignores' Maharashtra, focuses on Bihar, Andhra

Budget 'ignores' Maharashtra, focuses on Bihar, Andhra

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

The Bharatiya Janata Party and its allies on Tuesday welcomed the Union Budget and said it focussed on youth, farmers, women, and has 'substantial allocations' for Maharashtra, but the opposition slammed the annual financial statement, claiming it neglected the western state and only seeks to please the saffron outfit's partners in Bihar and Andhra Pradesh.

Only people learning in mother tongue excel in world: Naidu

Only people learning in mother tongue excel in world: Naidu

Rediff.com17 Mar 2025

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has emphasized the importance of learning in one's mother tongue, arguing that it is key to achieving excellence and that a misconception exists regarding the necessity of English language proficiency for knowledge acquisition. Addressing the Assembly, Naidu asserted that knowledge is not dependent on language and that individuals who study in their mother tongue excel globally. He stressed the importance of learning multiple languages while preserving one's mother tongue, and urged against unnecessary political debates surrounding language.

Young Indian Leaders Shine at WEF 2025

Young Indian Leaders Shine at WEF 2025

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Barring a few, such as Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu (74), Union Minister C R Patil (69) and Uttar Pradesh Finance Minister Suresh Khanna (71), most other ministers attending the WEF represent the next generation of India's politicians.

Telangana plant explosion toll rises to 36; FIR against factory mgmt

Telangana plant explosion toll rises to 36; FIR against factory mgmt

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

The death toll from the explosion at the Sigachi Industries' pharma plant in Pashamylaram has risen to 35, police said on Tuesday.

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

'Naidu Will Not Waste Time Now'

Rediff.com3 May 2025

'Amaravati will be a game changer for Andhra Pradesh.'

Andhra CM, governor meet PM, Cong bigwigs for Telangana talks

Andhra CM, governor meet PM, Cong bigwigs for Telangana talks

Rediff.com8 Oct 2011

As the Centre grapples with the Telangana crisis, Andhra Pradesh Governor E S L Narasimhan on Saturday met Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and is understood to have briefed him about the situation in the agitation-hit region.

Open rebellion: Andhra CM Kiran Reddy stays away from AICC meet

Open rebellion: Andhra CM Kiran Reddy stays away from AICC meet

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

Supporters of Kiran Kumar Reddy say that since the Congress has made it clear that the Telangana issue will not be raised at the AICC meet there is no point in the chief minister attending. Vicky Nanjappa reports

Losses mount as Andhra CM struggles to curb Telangana fire

Losses mount as Andhra CM struggles to curb Telangana fire

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

The battle for a separate Telangana state has turned worse with the Andhra Pradesh government making it clear that it will do everything under the sun to restore normalcy but not yield to protestors' demands under pressure.

On Day One, Andhra CM doles out goodies for poor

On Day One, Andhra CM doles out goodies for poor

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

On his first day in the office the new Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy doled out goodies to different sections of society.

We are together at...: Sharad Pawar on nephew Ajit

We are together at...: Sharad Pawar on nephew Ajit

Rediff.com23 Sep 2024

Former Union minister Sharad Pawar on Monday said that he and nephew Ajit Pawar are together as a family, but made it clear that the latter was heading a different political party.

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Former Karnataka CM S M Krishna passes away

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Former Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna passed away at his residence in Bengaluru early Tuesday morning, his family said.

Andhra CM returns 50 acres of land to waqf board

Andhra CM returns 50 acres of land to waqf board

Rediff.com12 Feb 2009

The Muslim leadership striving for the recovery of the encroached Waqf property in Andhra Pradesh achieved a major success on Wednesday as the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy returned 50 acres of prime land to the state Waqf board.

Is Telangana Headed For Bankruptcy?

Is Telangana Headed For Bankruptcy?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

Experts say the state's economy is grappling with hidden debt, rising welfare costs, and lack of transparency.

Can R S Prasad's Team Convince Europe About Pakistan?

Can R S Prasad's Team Convince Europe About Pakistan?

Rediff.com23 May 2025

An Indian delegation led by the BJP's Ravi Shankar Prasad will tour key European capitals to expose Pakistan's role in cross-border terrorism and State-sponsored extremism.