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AAP leader and Delhi Ex-CM Arvind Kejriwal accused PM Modi of betraying Indian farmers by removing an 11% import duty on U.S. cotton until September 30. He warned that cheap imports will crash prices before India’s October harvest, harming debt-ridden farmers. Citing global retaliation against U.S. tariffs, Kejriwal demanded duty reinstatement and announced a mass […]
BRS leader KTR criticized the Congress-led Telangana govt for failing to act on rain forecasts and plan flood relief. He convened a teleconference with BRS leaders, urging participation in aid initiatives. “Public representatives should rally behind relief work, launch sanitation drives, and establish medical camps to assist people,” he said.
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Health Minister JP Nadda have spoken with AP BJP state president Ramchandra Rao on the ongoing flood situation in Andhra Pradesh, assuring deployment of necessary personnel and supplies. Subsequently, Rao held a teleconference with state BJP leaders, directing them to actively participate in relief operations.
TG CM Revanth Reddy held an emergency meeting to review statewide rain impacts, with Deputy CM Bhatti and Ministers Sridhar Babu and Seethakka in attendance. He ordered officials in flood-affected districts to remain on high alert, monitor field-level relief operations continuously, and ensure prompt execution of rescue measures.
President Trump is imposing steep tariffs, up to 50%, on Indian imports in response to the country’s continued purchase of Russian oil. US House Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats criticized this move, calling it confusing policy and noting that China, a larger buyer of Russian oil, faces no similar penalties, raising questions.
The Jana Sena Party (JSP) will hold state-level meeting at Visakhapatnam Municipal Stadium from today, legislative in the morning, state executive in the afternoon. Deputy CM and party chief Pawan Kalyan will lead public gathering on August 30. The 3-day ‘Senatho Senani’ conclave spans August 28-30, focusing on party cadre engagement.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu will arrive at the State Secretariat at 11 am today to chair a crucial State Investment Promotion Board (SIPB) meeting. The session will focus on attracting new investments and setting up industries across the state, reviewing key departmental performance, and also assessing the impact of ongoing rains.
Due to heavy rains, flood flow into the Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada is rising steadily, with 3,03,000 cusecs of water currently received. Authorities have lifted all 69 crest gates, releasing 2,97,000 cusecs downstream. As water levels rise, the first danger alert is expected soon, and residents in riverbed areas have been warned.
The US has raised tariffs on Indian goods to 50%, blaming not just India’s Russian oil purchases but also slow trade deal talks. US treasury secretary Scott Bessent said he expected a deal by June. India is still open to talks but has concerns over farming and small industries. A US team cancelled its visit […]
Israeli drone strikes hit Kiswah, a suburb of Damascus, killing six Syrian soldiers and injuring others. The attack targeted a key area linking Damascus and Sweida. Another strike near Quneitra killed one person. Syria condemned the attacks, calling them a violation of international law. Israel hasn’t commented yet on the recent airstrikes.
Efforts to save Nimisha Priya, a Kerala nurse facing death in Yemen, are moving forward. Talks through Gulf contacts and religious leaders continue. She was convicted in 2020 for killing her abusive Yemeni partner. Her execution was recently stayed. Hopes rise as discussions focus on convincing the victim’s family for forgiveness and possible compensation.
As US tariffs on Indian goods hit 50%, Minister Kirti Vardhan Singh said India’s strong economy will manage the challenge. He confirmed PM Modi’s visit to China for the SCO Summit. The government hopes the US tariffs are temporary and finds it unfair, especially when countries like China weren’t penalised for buying Russian oil.
BRS leader KTR urged immediate flood relief as heavy rains left Telangana villages submerged and highways cut off. Criticizing the government’s inaction, he called for NDRF, SDRF deployment, relief camps, and infrastructure repairs. He urged BRS workers to assist, emphasizing that action—not words—is crucial in this critical humanitarian crisis affecting thousands.
India calls the US doubling tariffs to 50% on Indian goods “unjustified” but remains open to negotiations. The new tariffs target products like garments and gems and include penalties for buying Russian oil. India won’t compromise on farmers and small producers, while diplomatic talks continue to resolve trade tensions with the US.
On Vinayaka Chavithi today, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy performed Ganapati Puja with his family at his Jubilee Hills residence. He offered prayers with devotion, wishing for peace and prosperity in Telangana. Following the puja, the CM extended warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Vinayaka Chaturthi.