Telangana / The Times of India
Complainants in Rohith Vemula case demand justice, challenge police closure, and seek caste certificate. They face rejection and job loss, planning to fight for justice despite political motives and societal stigma. Vijay Kumar emphasizes real reasons over caste discussions and questions police authority.
Justice EV Venugopal of Telangana high court dismissed pleas by University of Hyderabad's ex-VC Appa Rao Podile and others in the FIR post Rohith Vemula's Jan 2016 suicide, citing closure report by Gachibowli police and lack of evidence.
Rohith Vemula's family plans legal action against the final report disputing his SC status. Alleged harassment and reasons for suicide remain uninvestigated. Support from Rahul Gandhi and Congress post his suicide questioned.
Harish Rao accuses TDP and BJP of conspiring to extend Hyderabad's joint capital status, urging BRS to win seats to prevent this. He criticizes the BJP government's unfulfilled promises during his campaign in Karimnagar.
K Laxman exposed Nehru and Rajiv's reservations opposition amidst the BJP-Congress clash. Nehru's critique of caste-based reservations and Rajiv's contradiction of Mandal Commission were highlighted, revealing historical perspectives on the reservation debate.
5 Telangana Congress social media team members arrested for sharing morphed Amit Shah speech video, leading to a Delhi police FIR on reservations controversy.
Congress released Telangana-specific manifesto for May 13 elections, focusing on village merger and ITIR revival. Reddy absent for Rahul Gandhi event, manifesto issued by committee chairman, AICC leaders.
Following a significant hiatus, tabla maestro Bickram Ghosh returned to perform in the city with a soulful act that blended classical and contemporary music styles.
T Prabhakar Rao is the prime accused in the phone tapping case, along with several others declared as accused by the Hyderabad police. The case involves misuse of surveillance systems to keep tabs on opposition leaders.
A fire broke out at a hotel in Mohan Nagar, Hyderabad, injuring a married couple. Authorities evacuated 20 individuals from the hotel using ladders. The fire has been contained, and the cause is under investigation.
Yarriah, Srisailam, and Venkat Reddy contest elections focusing on reclaiming land, construction workers' welfare, and village development, seeking betterment for the underprivileged and economically backward families.
Narsi Reddy, or Nalgonda Gaddar, shapes political campaigns in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh with his folk melodies, connecting with audiences and supporting various leaders across parties, making him a sought-after asset.
Revanth Reddy aims to defeat Harish Rao by August 15, contingent on Congress's loan waiver. Criticizing KCR's family dominance in Medak, he urged support for Neelam Madhu, emphasizing social justice and Indira Gandhi's legacy.
Vijaya Deepika Gangapatnam defies odds with Brittle Bone Disease to excel in para table tennis, winning medals. Home-schooled in Secunderabad, using wheelchairs due to frequent fractures, inspired by brother Vijaytej, introduced to TT after delivery fractures.
Padma Shri awardee 'Kinnera Mogulaiah' struggles as a laborer in Turkayamjal after exhausting a 1 crore grant on family needs. Despite meeting officials like CM Revanth Reddy, unresolved aid issues persist, leaving him in dire straits.
A Revanth Reddy accuses NDA govt of skipping 2021 census to end reservations. Urges support for Congress candidate Atram Suguna in Asifabad. Warns about the need for more than 50% reservation for SCs, STs, OBCs.
Hyderabad's Konda Vishweshwar Reddy petitions Telangana high court to prevent voter confusion in Chevella Lok Sabha election. Requests Election Commission to eliminate the presence of a namesake from Forward Bloc among 42 rivals.
Telangana & Delhi police file FIRs in Amit Shah video case, invoking different sections. Congress leaders issued notices. BJP alleges posting manipulated video. Concerns raised over double jeopardy in legal proceedings.