The CBI conducted searches at Anil Ambani’s Mumbai residence today over a Rs 17,000 crore bank fraud case linked to Reliance ADA Group. Ambani and family were present during the probe. Meanwhile, the ED expanded its investigation, summoning Ambani and top executives for questioning under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act.
Farmers in Telangana have faced urea scarcity over the past few years due to supply chain disruptions, delayed government allocations, and increased demand driven by expanded cultivation. Also, logistical challenges and pricing issues have contributed to shortages, affecting timely fertilizer availability and impacting crop yields in the region.
BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) has welcomed OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and urged him to establish the company’s operations in Hyderabad. Recently, Altman announced that OpenAI would set up an office in India soon. Seizing the opportunity, KTR said that Hyderabad is the best choice for their office.
BRS chief KCR condoled the death of former MP Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, expressing deep sympathy to his family. He lauded Reddy’s efforts for the upliftment of the oppressed and his stature as a respected public leader. BRS leaders KTR, Harish Rao, and MLC Kavitha also expressed condolences over the veteran leader’s passing.
The BRS Legal Cell will convene today at Telangana Bhavan in Hyderabad, focusing on setting up legal departments across districts. Party leaders believe the cell will help address false cases filed against BRS workers. Senior leaders, including KTR, are expected to attend and strategize on strengthening the party’s legal support structure.
The Andhra Pradesh govt has formed a cabinet sub-committee to examine increasing the age limit of state employees under Schedules 9 and 10 of the AP Bifurcation Act. The Principal Secretary of the Finance Department will serve as convener, while Ministers Lokesh, Narayana, and Payyavula Keshav have been appointed as committee members.
TG CM Revanth Reddy expressed shock over the demise of top CPI leader Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, extending heartfelt condolences to his family. He recalled Reddy’s rise from Mahabubnagar to national prominence, praising his role in leftist movements and public struggles. Revanth called him a remarkable leader who left a lasting mark in politics.
Honoring the legacy of CPI veteran Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, who passed away last night at 83 in Hyderabad. Born on March 25, 1942, in Kondrapole, Mahabubnagar, he served as CPI National General Secretary (2012-2019) and was elected MP from Nalgonda in 1998 and 2004. A dedicated leader, he earned BA and LLB degrees from Osmania […]
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu is the richest Chief Minister in India with assets worth over ₹931 crore and liabilities of ₹10 crore. Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu ranks second with ₹332 crore, according to the latest ADR report. Also, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy stands seventh with declared assets worth ₹30 crore.
Telangana DCM Bhatti Vikramarka announced the 4000 MW Yadadri Power Plant will be inaugurated by Jan 15. Two units are already operational. The Congress-led govt ensured steady progress, created jobs for land losers, and invested ₹17,000 crore for free power. Bhatti countered opposition claims, asserting Congress guarantees uninterrupted power for Telangana’s people and farmers.
The Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Council passed a key resolution opposing the privatization of the Vizag Steel Plant. The resolution calls for withdrawing the privatization plan, reinstating contract workers, and ensuring raw iron ore supply to the plant. It will be formally submitted to both the central and state govt’s for further action.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, seeking financial assistance for key development projects in the state. He requested that funds be allocated similar to the SASKHI and Purvodaya schemes. The CM is also scheduled to meet Finance Commission Chairman Arvind Panagariya to further press for central support.
The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission to accept Aadhaar or 11 other documents for voter inclusion in Bihar’s SIR drive. It also allowed online claim submissions and urged political parties to assist 65 lakh excluded voters. The EC sought 15 days to prove no wrongful exclusions, as elections approach in the poll-bound state.
Sri Lanka’s former President, Ranil Wickremesinghe, has been arrested for misuse of government funds. Wickremesinghe was taken into custody by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) today for misusing state funds for a private overseas trip when he was President. The police had previously questioned his staff about the travel expenses.
A statewide bandh was observed in Telangana amid the ‘Marwari Go Back’ movement, led by OUJAC and supported by various trade groups. Protesters accuse Marwari traders of harming local businesses. The unrest began after a Dalit man was attacked by a Marwari jeweller. OUJAC demands local job quotas and stricter rules for outsider businesses.