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South will help reach Modi's goal of 370 LS seats: Gadkari

South will help reach Modi's goal of 370 LS seats: Gadkari

Rediff.com31 Mar 2024

The work we have done in the south and the northeast over the last 10 years under Prime Minister Modi's leadership, we have started getting results of the same, he said.

Telangana row: Mass resignations in AP likely

Telangana row: Mass resignations in AP likely

Rediff.com11 Jan 2010

The present dimensions of Andhra Pradesh politics is likely to change with over 1000 people's representatives deciding to submit their mass resignations on Tuesday after a crucial meeting of the Telangana Joint Action Committee in Hyderabad at 2 pm.

Kiran Kumar Reddy eyes Seema-Andhra, to form new party

Kiran Kumar Reddy eyes Seema-Andhra, to form new party

Rediff.com6 Mar 2014

Days after he resigned as the chief minister of Andhra Pradesh, Kiran Kumar Reddy is all set to announce the formation of his new party at a press conference in Hyderabad on Thursday at 4 pm.

On Sena foundation day, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva, 'real' Sena

On Sena foundation day, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva, 'real' Sena

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Uddhav Thackeray claimed the new Narendra Modi government at the Centre, which was sworn in on June 9, will collapse and will be replaced by an INDIA bloc dispensation.

Why infra firms in Andhra are staring at a bleak future

Why infra firms in Andhra are staring at a bleak future

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Bhogapuram international airport, Ramayapatnam and Bandar ports, the Muktyala lift irrigation scheme and a bridge across the Krishna river are some of the projects likely to be hit.

Under Trump India-US Space Sector May Soar

Under Trump India-US Space Sector May Soar

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

'With India's growing capabilities in the space sector, this creates promising opportunities for enhanced collaboration and market access.'

AP division: Seemandhra lawyers' protest enters 100th day

AP division: Seemandhra lawyers' protest enters 100th day

Rediff.com7 Nov 2013

The Seemandhra Lawyers Joint Action Committee on Thursday said about 18 lakh cases were pending in various courts in 13 districts of Seemandhra as their protest against the Centre's decision to bifurcate Andhra Pradesh entered 100th day today.

Electoral bonds: Congress flags mismatch in donor, recipient files

Electoral bonds: Congress flags mismatch in donor, recipient files

Rediff.com15 Mar 2024

It also asked why the data shared pertained to a period from April 2019 even though the scheme for anonymous political funding was introduced in 2017.

Who Will Vote For Vijay, And Why?

Who Will Vote For Vijay, And Why?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

Where do Vijay and his TVK expect to get their votes from? Vijay has a huge fan following among women, but will they automatically become his voters like they had done for MGR's AIADMK, asks N Sathiya Moorthy.

Will India See Return Of Two-Party Politics?

Will India See Return Of Two-Party Politics?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2023

If only the Congress could rebuild on its strengths and develop a modern enough ideology, we could again be moving towards a clearer two-party political landscape, asserts Shekhar Gupta.

You may have differences with Kejriwal...: Pawar to Cong

You may have differences with Kejriwal...: Pawar to Cong

Rediff.com23 Aug 2022

Pawar said even during the Emergency years there was a feeling in political circles that nothing would change for the next 25 years, but people ushered in change the very next year in 1977.

Will BJP win with a bigger margin? A SWOT analysis

Will BJP win with a bigger margin? A SWOT analysis

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Seen by political watchers as the favourite to retain power for a third straight term, the Bharatiya Janata Party has set itself an ambitious target of winning 370 Lok Sabha seats, a goal aimed as much at projecting its strength as at diminishing the opposition in popular imagination.

'Will BJP Abolish Reservations?'

'Will BJP Abolish Reservations?'

Rediff.com14 May 2024

'In Western UP, last time a lot of Dalits voted for the BJP.' 'This time, there is a rethink among Dalits about the extent of their support for the BJP.'

Political turmoil in Tamil Nadu worries business circles

Political turmoil in Tamil Nadu worries business circles

Rediff.com30 Sep 2014

Executives feel political and other turmoil will hit plans, funds flow; govt says fears valid but will prove wrong.

BJP hopes to break new ground with Bharat Ratna awards

BJP hopes to break new ground with Bharat Ratna awards

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought to send out the message that the ruling BJP, unlike its predecessors at the helm, is not guided by parochial politics in recognising contributions in the public life, as the party looks to break new ground during the polls.

C S Setty: SBI's New Boss

C S Setty: SBI's New Boss

Rediff.com1 Jul 2024

'You will see him frequently asking customers -- especially retail -- about service experience, pain points, areas of improvement and suggestions.'

Lok Sabha polls end with over 62% voting in the last phase

Lok Sabha polls end with over 62% voting in the last phase

Rediff.com2 Jun 2024

The marathon polling process to elect the 18th Lok Sabha ended on Saturday with the seventh phase of elections witnessing an approximate voter turnout of 62.36 per cent, amid clashes between Trinamool Congress and Bharatiya Janata Party supporters in Sandeshkhali and some other parts of West Bengal.

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

RSS's Lack Of Enthusiasm Is Showing

Rediff.com12 May 2024

According to insiders, their lack of enthusiasm is showing on the ground. There is nothing to suggest that their enthusiasm will return in the final four phases of polling, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

What Is Your 2024 Game Plan, Modiji?

What Is Your 2024 Game Plan, Modiji?

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

By keeping the Sanatana Dharma row alive and adding the Ayodhya temple consecration scheduled for January 22 and adding the free darshan promise from four polled states to the entire country, the BJP may have a self-fulfilling concoction, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Jagan's plea for more relaxation in bail conditions dismissed

Jagan's plea for more relaxation in bail conditions dismissed

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

A special Central Bureau of Investigation court on Monday dismissed the plea of YSR Congress chief Y S Jaganmohan Reddy, facing corruption charges, seeking further relaxation on his bail conditions by allowing him to visit other states.

Terrorism, Naxalism, communalism: Reddy's anti-Telangana remedy

Terrorism, Naxalism, communalism: Reddy's anti-Telangana remedy

Rediff.com18 Nov 2013

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Kiran Kumar Reddy on Monday warned that the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh will spawn a host of problems, including political instability, Naxal threat, terrorism and communal violence.

Jagan May Be Party President For Life, But...

Jagan May Be Party President For Life, But...

Rediff.com19 Jul 2022

]If Andhra Pradesh's middle class is denied salaries and pensions or, if these are delayed, it will rise against Jagan Mohan Reddy with the same fervour with which it voted him in.

The arrogance of political dynasties

The arrogance of political dynasties

Rediff.com30 May 2008

The Nehru-Gandhis were not the only family to be slapped in the face by voters in Karnataka tired of being taken for granted. The Bangarappa and Deve Gowda clans have also been humbled.

Electoral bonds: TMC 2nd largest beneficiary; Future Gaming DMK's top donor

Electoral bonds: TMC 2nd largest beneficiary; Future Gaming DMK's top donor

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Future Gaming of lottery king Santiago Martin was the biggest purchaser of electoral bonds at Rs 1,368 crore, of which nearly 37 percent went to the DMK.

Naidu asks TDP ministers to quit Union cabinet

Naidu asks TDP ministers to quit Union cabinet

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

The TDP chief said he tried to speak to Prime Minister Narendra Modi as a 'courtesy' to inform him about the decision to quit but he did not come on line.

'BJP means Break Janta Promise'

'BJP means Break Janta Promise'

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Here are some of the political reactions.

From farmer to Hitler, this TDP MP has various avatars

From farmer to Hitler, this TDP MP has various avatars

Rediff.com10 Aug 2018

Naramalli Sivaprasad dresses depending on the political point he wants to convey.

'The only political beneficiary of Telangana will be BJP'

'The only political beneficiary of Telangana will be BJP'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2014

Asaduddin Owaisi, the member of Parliament from Hyderabad, talks to Sheela Bhatt about his worries over the way Telangana is being created.

Antony to head committee to pacify leaders from Seema-Andhra

Antony to head committee to pacify leaders from Seema-Andhra

Rediff.com5 Aug 2013

As protests continues over the Telangana decision, the Congress is making attempts to pacify the leaders from the Seema-Andhra region by setting up a high-level committee headed by A K Antony to talk to them.

Telangana panel: Govt finalises terms of reference

Telangana panel: Govt finalises terms of reference

Rediff.com12 Feb 2010

The Centre on Friday announced seven-point terms of reference for the Telangana committee, saying the panel will consult all sections of people in Andhra Pradesh, especially political parties, on the demand of a separate state. The five-member committee, headed by Justice (Retired) B N Srikrishna, will "examine the situation in Andhra Pradesh with reference to demand for a separate state of Telangana as well as the demand for maintaining the present status of united AP.

Political big-wigs, tinsel town grace Telugu actor Manoj Manchu's wedding

Political big-wigs, tinsel town grace Telugu actor Manoj Manchu's wedding

Rediff.com20 May 2015

Telugu superstar Mohan Babu's actor son Manoj Manchu got married to Pranathi Reddy in a lavish celebration on May 20 at the Hitex Exhibition Centre in Hyderabad.

After Naidu, Mamata blocks CBI; BJP sees 'grand alliance of corrupt parties'

After Naidu, Mamata blocks CBI; BJP sees 'grand alliance of corrupt parties'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

BJP alleged that it was an attempt by a "grand alliance of most corrupt parties" to ensure that its "corruption" was not exposed.

C Rajagopalachari's great grandson joins BJP

C Rajagopalachari's great grandson joins BJP

Rediff.com8 Apr 2023

C R Kesavan, great grandson of noted freedom fighter and India's last governor general C Rajagopalachari, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party on Saturday as the party aims to boost its presence in southern India.

Terror groups taking advantage of volatile Hyderabad

Terror groups taking advantage of volatile Hyderabad

Rediff.com22 Feb 2013

Political instability and hate speeches are worsening the situation in Andhra Pradesh, reports Vicky Nanjappa

MIM warns Cong on Muslim reservations issue

MIM warns Cong on Muslim reservations issue

Rediff.com29 May 2012

The Andhra Pradesh high court's verdict striking down the 4.5 per cent reservation quota of the central government for the minorities has evoked a strong reaction from the Muslim community.

Political couple quits TDP for Chiranjeevi

Political couple quits TDP for Chiranjeevi

Rediff.com4 Jul 2008

Telugu Desam party is facing a storm in Andhra Pradesh. Within days of party's most influential leader in Telangana region, T Devender Goud, quitting its ranks to form his own party, the TDP has loss yet another strong leader -- this time in the Rayala Seema region.

13 Union ministers bite the dust as Modi magic fails

13 Union ministers bite the dust as Modi magic fails

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

BJP heavyweights Smriti Irani, Arjun Munda, Ajay Mishra Teni and Kailash Chaudhary were among the 13 Union ministers who tasted defeat in the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, as stunning losses in three Hindi heartland states forced the BJP to rely on allies to form the government.

DJB contract bribes transferred to officials, AAP: ED

DJB contract bribes transferred to officials, AAP: ED

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) on Tuesday levelled fresh allegations of corruption against the Aam Aadmi Party, saying a former Delhi Jal Board chief engineer had 'transferred' Rs 2 crore of bribe money to his colleagues in the department and the ruling party in Delhi as election funds.

Will Modi's regular visits boost BJP's southern support?

Will Modi's regular visits boost BJP's southern support?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Over the last five days, Modi visited all of south, held roadshows, made an aggressive bid for his party, and took on the rivals with full gusto, especially the ruling Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in Tamil Nadu, and the Bharat Rashtra Samithi in Telangana that was in power for 10 years.

Karnataka let Prajwal leave the country says Modi

Karnataka let Prajwal leave the country says Modi

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Modi told Times Now that the responsibility to take action in the raging matter lay with the state government as it was a law and order issue, according to the transcript of the interview provided by the broadcaster.