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Naidu, 34 TDP members suspended for session

Naidu, 34 TDP members suspended for session

Rediff.com20 Dec 2006

Opposition members created a ruckus during Zero Hour, raising the issue of alleged violation of land laws by the chief minister.

'Only A Very Rich Man Can Stand For Elections'

'Only A Very Rich Man Can Stand For Elections'

Rediff.com8 May 2024

'All my wealth I earned in the US. It is all money earned transparently. I have paid all taxes.'

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

States Seek Centre's Help To Deal With Trump's Tariffs

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

State governments have requested the Centre for export incentives, lifting of import duty in the case of cotton for the textile sector and GST exemptions.

'BJP Karyakartas Were Disappointed'

'BJP Karyakartas Were Disappointed'

Rediff.com10 May 2024

'The karyakartas who wanted to contest were disappointed and it took some time to explain to them why we needed an alliance.'

Won't allow Naidu to visit Babhli: Maharashtra

Won't allow Naidu to visit Babhli: Maharashtra

Rediff.com19 Jul 2010

The Maharashtra Government on Monday said TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu will not be allowed to visit the Babhli barrage site in the state.

Naidu calls for mass movement to dissuade Naxals

Naidu calls for mass movement to dissuade Naxals

Rediff.com9 Oct 2003

The Andhra Pradesh chief minister became emotional when TDP workers expressed concern about well-being.

'Jamaat Wants To Be Nitish, Naidu In Kashmir'

'Jamaat Wants To Be Nitish, Naidu In Kashmir'

Rediff.com19 Sep 2024

'We want to ensure that no government in J&K will be formed without our support.'

Nara Lokesh pitches Vizag to Google for setting up data centre

Nara Lokesh pitches Vizag to Google for setting up data centre

Rediff.com31 Oct 2024

Andhra Pradesh's IT and Electronics Minister Nara Lokesh has pitched port city of Vizag in his state for setting up a data centre to Google Cloud CEO, saying the new government in the state has taken various initiatives for supporting industry that will help it transform into a cloud infrastructure hub. The state is focused on setting up data centres in Visakhapatnam and the minister invited Google Cloud to establish its data centre in the port city.

Modi elected as NDA leader, ready to form govt

Modi elected as NDA leader, ready to form govt

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

They met at Modi's residence in New Delhi a day after the NDA won a majority of seats in the Lok Sabha election, paving the way for him to take the oath for a third consecutive term, a first for any ruling alliance since 1962.

KCR-Naidu talks: TDP to reverse Telangana stand

KCR-Naidu talks: TDP to reverse Telangana stand

Rediff.com7 Jul 2008

Naidu, whose 150-day-long Mee Kosam Yatra entered the West Godavari district on Sunday night spoke to Rao for 15 minutes, well informed and reliable sources in the TDP said. Since Chandrasekhara Rao left the TDP in 2001 and launched the movement for Telangana and formed his own political party, it was first time that the two leaders spoke directly.

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

7 killed as rain-soaked wall collapses at Andhra temple

Rediff.com1 May 2025

The wall collapsed on the Rs 300 ticket queue line near the shopping complex on the ghat road from Simhagiri Bus Stand at around 3 am. Heavy overnight rains and strong winds are suspected to have loosened the soil, causing the structure to fall, Anitha told reporters.

Governor rejects Naidu's land acquisition ordinance

Governor rejects Naidu's land acquisition ordinance

Rediff.com14 Jan 2019

The TDP leadership sees the hand of Prime Minister Narendra Modi behind the governor rejecting the ordinance. Member of Parliament CM Ramesh told this correspondent that the governor was acting like the "Centre's agent".

Next NDA Meeting May Propose Bihar Package

Next NDA Meeting May Propose Bihar Package

Rediff.com6 Jun 2024

'There is also a possibility that Andhra Pradesh may demand a similar package. But as of now, we are only working on a package for Bihar.'

Rosaiah asks Chavan to let Naidu visit Babhli dam

Rosaiah asks Chavan to let Naidu visit Babhli dam

Rediff.com18 Jul 2010

Tension prevailing on the Andhra-Maharashtra border in Nizamabad district for the last three days over Telugu Desam president N Chandrababu Naidu's arrest on Sunday took a turn with the Maharashtra police crossing in to the neighbouring state's area and targeting Telugu Desam Party supporters.

He wanted to wear Army uniform: Father of Agniveer martyred in J-K

He wanted to wear Army uniform: Father of Agniveer martyred in J-K

Rediff.com10 May 2025

The father of Murali Naik, a soldier from Andhra Pradesh who died during cross-border shelling in Jammu and Kashmir's Poonch, said his son joined the Army despite his opposition as he wanted to serve the nation. Naik, a 23-year-old Agniveer, died in the line of duty on Friday. He was the primary breadwinner for his family, which has been living in Mumbai for the past 32 years. Naik's death has been mourned by politicians and officials, including Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis.

Why a Naidu-Modi team up is a hopeless proposition

Why a Naidu-Modi team up is a hopeless proposition

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu is running fast out of options and desperately needs props to avoid his party's total political annihilation, but what options is he left with, writes Mohammed Siddique

Naidu tapes: Police slap notice on channel, scribes protest

Naidu tapes: Police slap notice on channel, scribes protest

Rediff.com20 Jun 2015

Adding yet another dimension to the "cash-for-vote" scam, the Andhra Pradesh Police issued notice to news channel T News for airing an audio tape of purported conversation between Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and nominated Telangana MLA Elvys Stephenson, sparking protests by media fraternity on Saturday.

Naidu meets victims of Chennai building collapse

Naidu meets victims of Chennai building collapse

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Monday met the victims of the building collapse incident in Chennai and promised to provide necessary medical care and relief on a "war-footing" for them.

Modi to take oath as PM for 3rd time on June 9 at 6 PM

Modi to take oath as PM for 3rd time on June 9 at 6 PM

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

After Modi is elected the leader of NDA MPs, senior members of the alliance like Telugu Desam Party's N Chandrababu Naidu, Janata Dal-United's Nitish Kumar and Shiv Sena's Eknath Shinde will join the prime minister for a meeting with President Droupadi Murmu to present her the list of parliamentarians supporting him, some alliance members said.

BJP leaders fear fallout from Naidu-Pawan Kalyan cold vibes

BJP leaders fear fallout from Naidu-Pawan Kalyan cold vibes

Rediff.com23 Apr 2014

The two shared cold vibes and failed to talk to each other at the Hyderabad rally along with Narendra Modi. Vicky Nanjappa reports how their lack of camaraderie could be their doom in Seemandhra.

INDIA leaders meet on Wednesday to pick PM face: Uddhav

INDIA leaders meet on Wednesday to pick PM face: Uddhav

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

Thackeray said leaders of the Congress and other parties are holding talks with Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and Telegu Desam Party (TDP) head Chandrababu Naidu to explore the possibility of their entry into the bloc.

'Going by your prayer...': SC junks plea on Tirupati laddu row

'Going by your prayer...': SC junks plea on Tirupati laddu row

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

The Supreme Court on Friday junked a public interest litigation (PIL) seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into alleged use of animal fat in making Tirupati laddus under the previous Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy-led regime.

Jagan ousts Naidu, bags 151 seats out of 175

Jagan ousts Naidu, bags 151 seats out of 175

Rediff.com24 May 2019

Jaganmohan Reddy will be sworn in as chief minister on May 30.

TDP will never support Advani as PM: Naidu

TDP will never support Advani as PM: Naidu

Rediff.com22 Feb 2009

Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, a key ally of the previous Atal Bihari Vajpayee-led NDA government, today said his Telugu Desam Party will never help L K Advani become Prime Minister nor support any BJP government at the Centre.

Relief for Naidu as HC dismisses plea of YSR's widow

Relief for Naidu as HC dismisses plea of YSR's widow

Rediff.com16 Feb 2012

The Andhra Pradesh high court on Thursday dismissed a petition seeking a Central Bureau of Investigation probe into the assets of former chief minister and Telugu Desam Party president N Chandrababu Naidu.

Naidu protests petrol hike, cycles to assembly

Naidu protests petrol hike, cycles to assembly

Rediff.com21 Jun 2004

"The UPA government showed its anti-people stance by increasing the prices of essential goods," said former AP chief minister Chandrababu Naidu.

Revolt done to save Andhra: Naidu on TDP split

Revolt done to save Andhra: Naidu on TDP split

Rediff.com29 May 2011

Sixteen years after he dethroned his father-in-law N T Rama Rao to become the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Telegu Desam Party President N Chandrababu Naidu on Sunday broke his silence and said the "revolt" was only made to save the party and the state.

Naidu vows to do an Obama in Andhra Pradesh

Naidu vows to do an Obama in Andhra Pradesh

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

Congratulating Barack Obama on winning the United States presidential elections, Telugu Desam Party president and former Andhra Pradesh chief minister Chandrababu Naidu has promised to bring about a similar change in Andhra Pradesh in the next year's state elections.

Chandrababu, NTR Jr, Pawan Kalyan bid Dasari farewell

Chandrababu, NTR Jr, Pawan Kalyan bid Dasari farewell

Rediff.com31 May 2017

Telugu movie doyens mourn a legend.

TDP adopting 3-point strategy to fight probe against Naidu

TDP adopting 3-point strategy to fight probe against Naidu

Rediff.com29 Nov 2011

Telugu Desam Party is adopting a three-pronged strategy to fight politically as well as legally the Central Bureau of Investigation probe into alleged amassing of wealth by it chief N Chandrababu Naidu, based on a PIL filed by Y S Vijaya, wife of late chief minister Y S Rajasekhara Reddy.

Rahul, Naidu 'confident' of winning Telangana

Rahul, Naidu 'confident' of winning Telangana

Rediff.com5 Dec 2018

He charged KCR with using 'abusive language' in campaigning and claimed that it showed signs of his nervousness and insecurity.

Amid cabinet musical chairs, Naidu meets Modi

Amid cabinet musical chairs, Naidu meets Modi

Rediff.com25 May 2014

Amid reports that Naidu is seeking cabinet berths for his MPs, the TDP met Modi in Gujarat Bhawan in the national capital and the meeting lasted for over 30 minutes after which chief minister-designate of Andhra Pradesh left without talking to media.

Day after stampede kills 27, Chandrababu orders judicial inquiry

Day after stampede kills 27, Chandrababu orders judicial inquiry

Rediff.com15 Jul 2015

Policemen were on their toes as heavy rush was expected on the day of "Aadi Amavasya" on Wednesday.

Naidu stages 12-hour fast for 'justice' to AP

Naidu stages 12-hour fast for 'justice' to AP

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

Several ministers in his government joined Naidu in the fast, which was held in all 13 districts of the state.

Modi Woos NDA Allies to Form Government

Modi Woos NDA Allies to Form Government

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

The first meeting of leaders of the National Democratic Alliance after the election results was held at caretaker Prime Minister Narendra D Modi's residence in New Delhi on Wednesday, June 5, 2024.

Naidu drums up support for anti-BJP front, meets several Oppn leaders

Naidu drums up support for anti-BJP front, meets several Oppn leaders

Rediff.com2 Nov 2018

Naidu, a former BJP ally, said he will meet non-BJP political leader and convince them about the need to fight collectively against the BJP.