Bernstein Report: As NDA eyes '400 paar', road to deliverance of promises may be fraught with challenges While the country is eyeing a change of guard at the Centre, with the first phase of polling already done to elect the 18th Lok Sabha, the optimism surrounding the incumbent government's performance has set the stage for high expectations, but a closer look at ground realities suggests that the path to achieving these expectations may not be without its challenges. The Bernstein Societe General Group's latest India Strategy report delves into the intricacies of the political landscape, analysing various factors that could influence market sentiments and economic policies in the coming years. At the beginning of the year, India witnessed record-high valuations, especially in the small and mid-cap sectors. Although there was some stabilisation in valuations during January, February, and March, this month has seen a resurgence; with small caps rising by 4 per cent and mid-caps by 2 per cent. A pre-election euphoria is now building up, with expectations of continuity in power further strengthened by the possibility of the ruling party coalition winning over 400 seats. The report suggests that the optimistic scenario, where the incumbent government secures a landslide victory, has become the new base case. With projections ranging from 330 to 400 seats for the ruling coalition, there seems to be a consensus among opinion polls that the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) could secure a substantial majority. Some polls even go as far as predicting a staggering 411 seats for the NDA. However, amidst the electoral fervor, the report highlights several challenges that could impede the government's ambitious targets. Various states across the country are grappling with socio-political unrest, including agitation from different communities in Gujarat and Rajasthan, farmer protests in Punjab and Haryana, and political upheaval in Delhi. Moreover, the report points out that in the 2019 elections, the NDA secured an overwhelming majority in key states, leaving little room for further gains. With almost 99 per cent of seats captured in eight crucial states, including Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Bihar, the road to expanding this stronghold to reach the coveted Plan 400 target may prove to be more challenging than anticipated. The report questions where the additional 50 seats, required to surpass the previous election's tally, will come from. While the southern belt, particularly Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, and Odisha, presents an opportunity for growth, the report emphasizes that securing gains in these regions will not be a cakewalk. Despite the optimistic projections, the report suggests that the markets may not see a significant increase in seats from low-penetration states, offsetting potential losses in other regions. While a short-term positive reaction is expected if the election results align with current estimates, a profit-booking phase post-elections is anticipated. Nevertheless, the macroeconomic fundamentals remain strong, and the report predicts modest downsides in the market. The report underscores that market expectations have reached a peak, with opinion polls projecting a resounding victory for the ruling coalition. However, it questions whether the polls are being too optimistic and highlights potential challenges in achieving the projected gains. A scenario where the ruling party secures around 300 seats (approximately 350 for NDA) could trigger a correction in the markets, which have factored in a number closer to 400. While continuity of power is expected, a below-consensus result may lead to a market reaction, signaling the end of the current frenzy. In the past decade, the current government has demonstrated greater fiscal responsibility in managing major subsidies, with an average annual growth rate of only 4.6 per cent, despite facing challenges such as the Covid pandemic. This contrasts sharply with the previous administration, which saw an annualized growth rate of 21 per cent. The savings generated from this prudent approach appear to have been redirected towards increased capital expenditure, which has nearly doubled compared to the period from 2004 to 2014. Initiatives such as the creation of more government job opportunities are expected to place the burden of employment on the government rather than the private sector, leading to higher revenue expenses. Additionally, a greater allocation of funds towards subsidies could steer India away from its path towards fiscal consolidation, a trend observed whenever the country nears its 3 per cent deficit target. Previous instances include the Global Financial Crisis (GFC) and the COVID pandemic, both of which resulted in spikes in the deficit, temporarily breaching the 3 per cent threshold. If the projected 15 per cent growth over the budgeted FY25 value is realized, the fiscal deficit for FY26 would increase to 5.1 per cent from the current 4.5 per cent. Although it is unlikely that the government would make drastic changes to its subsidy policy, such a move remains a significant policy risk. While strong economic cycles are expected to continue, a shift towards populist measures could potentially shorten their duration. Looking beyond the elections, the report predicts continuity in government policies in the medium to longer term. The focus on manufacturing and capital expenditure is expected to persist, albeit with challenges such as a potential return to populist measures. (ANI)
YS Sharmila Owes Jagan Rs 82 Crore, As Per Affidavit
Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh Congress unit president YS Sharmila owes CM Jagan Mohan Reddy Rs. 82.5 crore as revealed in her election affidavit. YS Sharmila, in her affidavit declared her family's total assets worth Rs. 182 crore. The Congress candidate from Kadapa also owes YS Bharathi Reddy, CM Jagan's wife Rs 19.5 lakh, as stated in the affidavit. While, YS Sharmila's husband, Anil, owes Rs 40 crore to Sharmila. The Congress chief filed her nomination from Kadapa earlier today. Sitting MP and her main challenger YSRCP's Avinash Reddy also filed his nomination yesterday. Both the candidates are hopeful and confident of their victory in the constituency.
YS Sharmila owns Rs. 82 crore to CM Jagan
Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh Congress unit president YS Sharmila owes CM Jagan Mohan Reddy Rs. 82.5 crore as revealed in her election affidavit. YS Sharmila, in her affidavit declared her family's total assets worth Rs. 182 crore. The Congress candidate from Kadapa also owes YS Bharathi Reddy, CM Jagan's wife Rs 19.5 lakh, as stated in the affidavit. While, YS Sharmila's husband, Anil, owes Rs 40 crore to Sharmila. The Congress chief filed her nomination from Kadapa earlier today. Sitting MP and her main challenger YSRCP's Avinash Reddy also filed his nomination yesterday. Both the candidates are hopeful and confident of their victory in the constituency.
Hyderabad: Fake doctor arrested for treating patients in Kalapathar
Hyderabad: A 41-year-old man, who posed as a Hair Transplant Doctor and was allegedly treating patients was taken into custody in Kalapathar, Hyderabad, on Saturday, April 20. Police said that the accused was identified as Aslam Shafi Sayyed, who, along with his family, resided in the Bahadurpura area. He was a receptionist at the Redefine Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
'Blue Whale Challenge' Claims AP Student's Life In US
Hyderabad: In a shocking turn of events the Blue Whale challenge has been linked to a 20-year-old Indian student's death in the United States. According to several media reports, the Indian from the state of Andhra Pradesh was a first year student at the Massachusetts University and was found dead in March this year. Sources state that it has emerged in the subsequent reports that the death is linked to Blue Whale Challenge. However, a spokesperson for the Bristol County District Attorney has said that the case is being looked at as a suicide, stated the reports. What is the Blue Whale Challenge? The internet Phenomenon that rocked the countries across the globe dates back to 2015. It all started when a Russian teenager before committing suicide posted a selfie video with a caption 'nya bye'. But it was only in 2016 when a Russian Journalist published an article about the death groups inciting the challenge which claimed the lives of almost 130 teenagers. The Blue whale challenge is a social media challenge like any other but has dangerous tasks which usually end up with a suicide. The challenge involves 50 tasks each for one day and at the last day the contender should commit suicide as the last task. Interestingly, no reported death due to this challenge has been proved anywhere in the world.
Andhra Congress Chief YS Sharmila Files Kadapa Nomination
On Saturday, YS Sharmila, the Andhra Pradesh Congress President, officially submitted her candidacy for the Kadapa Lok Sabha constituency. Accompanied by Sunitha Narreddy, her cousin and daughter of the late Y S Vivekananda Reddy, Sharmila emphasized her familys enduring legacy in the region during a press briefing. The post Andhra Congress Chief YS Sharmila Files Kadapa Nomination appeared first on HW News English .
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Lok Sabha polls: Andhra Pradesh Congress chief YS Sharmila files nomination from Kadapa
YS Sharmila filed Kadapa nomination, merging YSR Telangana Party. Held roadshow. Kadapa votes on May 13. Seat held by Avinash Reddy. TDP candidate received votes in 2019 election.
Lok Sabha polls: Andhra Pradesh Congress chief YS Sharmila files nomination from Kadapa
YS Sharmila filed Kadapa nomination, merging YSR Telangana Party. Held roadshow. Kadapa votes on May 13. Seat held by Avinash Reddy. TDP candidate received votes in 2019 election.
Lok Sabha polls: YS Sharmila files nomination from Kadapa seat in Andhra Pradesh
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AP Congress chief Sharmila files nomination from Kadapa
Andhra Pradesh Congress President Y S Sharmila on Saturday filed her nomination for the Kadapa Lok Sabha seat. Sharmila was accompanied by Sunitha Narreddy, her cousin and daughter of Y S Vivekananda Reddy, who was murdered in the run-up to the 2019 polls. Filed the nomination as Kadapa MP candidate. Kadapa people did not forget Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
YSRC Manifesto In Next Two Days: Subba Reddy
Regional coordinator Y.V. Subba Reddy said the response from the people in all the 175 Assembly segments and 25 parliament constituencies was overwhelming, making the party believe that YSRC would be successful in these elections to continue the second term. We will win at least 30 Assembly constituencies in north coastal Andhra Pradesh, Subba Reddy said while talking to the media during the filing of nomination papers for Visakhapatnam North constituency candidate K.K. Raju on Friday. Stating that the manifesto would be released in another two days, Subba Reddy said special focus was given to North Andhra in the election manifesto. Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy has already announced the government policy on the development of this region in the vision document, said Subba Reddy. Stating that he was personally supervising the nomination process, Subba Reddy said none could stop the victory of the YSRC as long as Jagan Mohan Reddy lived in the hearts of people who had received welfare schemes. Participating in the nomination of Narsipatnam MLA candidate Petla Uma Shankar Ganesh in Narsipatnam, Subba Reddy said during the last five years, developmental works worth `1,700 crore were taken up in the Narsipatnam constituency. He said if Ganesh was reelected, more development work would be taken up in the constituency. Regarding Anakapalli Lok Sabha constituency, he said the YSRC nominated a down-to-earth simple human being, Budi Mutyala Naidu, while the NDA fielded a rich candidate from another district. This election is a battle between the rich and the poor, Subba Reddy said.
Andhra Congress Chief YS Sharmila Files Nomination For Kadapa Seat - NDTV
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Andhra Pradesh: Every tribal loves PM Modi in Araku constituency, says BJP leader Kothapalli Geetha
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Sharmila questions TD giving ticket to Gummanur Jayaram
Kurnool: Andhra Pradesh Congress Chief Y.S. Sharmila questioned the appropriateness of Telugu Desam offering a ticket to Alur legislator and former minister G. Jayaram from Guntakal constituency. The APCC president maintained that if a person has failed in one constituency, the person may not be suitable in another constituency. She commented, Did you get one job as labour minister? Have you come to work for the constituency? Sharmila criticised Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy for not taking any step towards implementing the Vedavati irrigation project in the past five years, despite promising that it will be completed. would be completed. She said had the project been completed, 80,000 acres would have been irrigated in the region, benefitting the farmers. The APCC president told voters: Don't waste your vote. Voting for the ruling party is like throwing your vote in the drain. Think and vote this time. Development is possible only with Congress, she underlined. Sharmila maintained that only the Congress government can give a Special Category Status (SCS) for Andhra Pradesh. She assured that 2.25 lakh jobs will be created once Congress comes to power.
BRS declares Praveen Kumar as Nagarkurnool Parliament constituency candidate
Hyderabad: The BRS on Saturday announced retired IPS officer Dr. RS Praveen Kumar as candidate for Nagarkurnool Parliament constituency. Praveen Kumar quit BSP on March 18, 2024 and joined BRS in the presence of BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao. Praveen Kumar served as an IPS officer for 26 years, displaying exemplary leadership and courage in maintaining law and order, notably in sensitive regions of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, as well as in conflict zones like former Yugoslavia, said BRS working president KT Rama Rao in a tweet, introducing Praveen Kumar as the candidate for Nagarkurnool Parliament constituency. Praveen Kumar served as Secretary for Social Welfare and Tribal Welfare Residential Schools after the formation of Telangana for nine years. Before six years of service, he plunged into public service to work for the downtrodden and joined BSP in 2021. Praveen Kumar unsuccessfully contested from Sirpur Assembly constituency in Assembly elections conducted in 2023 on BSP ticket.
Andhra University releases notification for AP EdCET 2024
EDCET EXAM (Representational Image) EDCET EXAM (Representational Image) Hyderabad: Andhra University on behalf of the Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has released the notification for AP EdCET-2024 for admissions into two year regular B.Ed and B.Ed special courses. As per the notification, the examination will be conducted on 8 June and the last date to submit the online application is 15 May. The University has requested eligible candidates to apply online for the exam with a registration fee of Rs 650 for General, Rs 500 for BC and Rs 450 for SC/ST candidates. Interested candidates can tune into the official APSCHE website for more details.
Voters on Telangana-Maharashtra border get the best of both worlds
ADILABAD: Residents of the 12 villages that are located on the Telangana-Maharashtra border cast their vote for the candidates contesting the Chandrapur Lok Sabha seat in the neighbouring state on Friday. These voters will once again exercise their franchise to choose the candidates contesting for the Adilabad Lok Sabha seat in Telangana. These 3,350 voters have been enjoying dual privileges ever since elections were held in Independent India as both Telangana (undivided Andhra Pradesh earlier) and the Maharashtra lay claim to the four gram panchayats Parandholi, Athapur, Mukadhamguda and Bollapatar. The GPs are listed as coming under Kerameri mandal in Kumurambheem Asifabad district in Telangana and Jivithi taluka of Chandrapur district in Maharashtra. The Chandrapur district administration had set up four polling stations in the 12 villages for the 3,350 voters to cast their vote. These voters had also voted in the 2023 Assembly elections in Telangana. Interestingly, these villages have two sarpanches, and are represented by two MPs and two MLAs and they enjoy benefits from both the states.
Asia Rice: India prices slip to near 3-month low on weak demand
Weak demand has persisted for the past few weeks, as buyers postpone purchases in anticipation of lower prices, said an exporter based at Kakinada, in southern state of Andhra Pradesh.
AP became State with max debts, says Sribharat
VISAKHAPATNAM: Visakhapatnam TDP Lok Sabha candidate M Sribharat highlighted concerns over Andhra Pradeshs fiscal position, citing delays in pension payments as a significant indicator. In a meeting with Andhra Pradesh Pensioners Association leaders on Friday, Sribharat said, AP has now become the State with maximum borrowing and minimum development and is even unable to pay the pensions in time to the retired employees. He emphasised the potential challenges of servicing increasing debts and rising interest payments in the future, which could constrain productive investments. AP Pensioners Association former leaders P Guravayya, G Poorna Chandra Rao, and others were present.
Severe heatwave conditions likely in 55 AP mandals today
VISAKHAPATNAM: As many as 55 mandals, including 11 in Srikakulam, 23 in Vizianagaram, 15 in Parvathipuram Manyam, and six in Anakapalle, are likely to witness severe heatwave on Saturday, while 197 mandals are likely to record heatwave. According to the IMD Amaravati Centre, on Saturday, thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are likely at isolated places over NCAP, Yanam, SCAP, and Rayalaseema. Hot, humid, and discomfort weather is likely in isolated places over NCAP, Yanam, SCAP, and Rayalaseema. Warm nights are likely in isolated places over Rayalaseema. On Friday, 61 mandals recorded severe heatwaves, and 117 mandals recorded heatwave. Saluru in Parvathipuram Manyam district recorded the highest maximum temperature of 45.70C, followed by Simhadripuram in YSR at 45.60C, Banaganapalle in Nandyala, Mekalavaripalli in Prakasam at 45.5 degrees Celsius, and Pipalli in Chittoor at 44.4 degrees Celsius.
AP: Fun on vacation-2024 launched for students
VIJAYAWADA: Commissioner of School Education S Suresh Kumar conducted a video conference with Regional Joint Directors (RJDs), District Education Officers (DEOs) and Samagra Shiksha APCs on Friday. During the conference, Suresh Kumar emphasised the importance of utilising summer break constructively, stating, The main objective of their new Fun on vacation-2024 programme is to provide a platform for students to acquire new skills and knowledge and to ensure that students do not lose their academic pace during the break, identify their interests and develop their interests. School Education Department has rolled out the Fun on vacation-2024 programme under the guidance of Commissioner Suresh Kumar, to transform summer vacations into a period of enrichment and excitement for students. With a focus on holistic learning, this initiative aims to engage students in many activities spanning academics, sports, games, arts, vocational skills, and creative endeavours. He outlined a list of activities and guidelines to be implemented under the programme. These activities are tailored to different age groups, ensuring inclusivity and relevance for all students.
Telangana: Hyderabad DEO cancels long leaves ahead of LS polls
Hyderabad: Hyderabad district election officer Ronald Rose has issued orders to those who are on long-term leave to report to election duties immediately. The election officer cancelled the leave due to a shortage of staff to perform duties in connection with the parliamentary elections to be held on 13 May. He directed that those who Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Vellore Institute of Technology Engg Entrance Examination commences
VIJAYAWADA : The Vellore Institute of Technology Engineering Entrance Examination (VITEE)- 2024 has commenced at VIT-AP campus in Amaravati on Friday. The computer-based entrance exam, conducted annually, aims to facilitate admissions to B.Tech programmes offered at VITs campuses in Vellore, Chennai, Amaravati (Andhra Pradesh) and Bhopal. Vice-Chancellor Dr SV Kota Reddy highlighted that the entrance examination will continue at various exam centres until April 30. Candidates hailing from 125 cities across the nation and six cities abroad will take part in the online entrance exam. The results are tentatively set to be available on May 3, 2024, on www.vit.ac.in. Registrar Dr Jagadish Chandra said that the examination is conducted in three sessions daily, from 9 am to 11.30 am, 12.30 pm to 3 pm, and 4 pm to 6.30 pm. Transportation facility has been arranged for students attending VITEEE-24 from Vijayawada & Guntur. Elucidating on the admission process, Deputy Director of Admissions Dr John Pradeep outlined that eligible applicants within the 1.5 lakh rank range will have the opportunity to participate in the online counselling process for admission to B.Tech programmes.
UNICEF and TCS teams laud establishment of Atal Tinkering Labs in AP
VIJAYAWADA: Representatives of UNICEF and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) appreciated that Andhra Pradesh is ahead of other States in the country in taking advantage of Atal Tinkering Labs. UNICEF representatives from New Delhi, UNICEF representatives from Hyderabad officials from TCS, AP UNICEF Consultant T Sudarshan, and others visited Movva and Penamaluru Zilla Parishad High Schools in NTR district on Friday. Atal tinkering labs set up in schools, hubs, and spokes models, and STEM-based programmes implemented by the government were examined. The representatives of UNICEF and TCS praised the active responsibilities undertaken by other officials including Commissioner of School Education S Suresh Kumar, Samagra Shiksha State Project Director B Srinivasa Rao, SCERT Director Dr B Pratap Reddy for proper implementation. During the meeting with Suresh Kumar on Thursday, the teams discussed how 21st-century skills and STEM-based education can be strengthened in the State. The UNICEF representatives said that they are making a documentary on the performance of Atal Tinkering Labs in the State.
Ex-VMRDA chiefs exit may impact poll equations
VISAKHAPATNAM: The exit of YSRC leader and former Visakhapatnam Metro Region Development Authority (VMRDA) chairperson Akkaramani Vijaya Nirmala on Friday is likely to impact the party in Visakhapatnam East and Bhimili Assembly segments. Vijaya Nirmala hails from Yadava community which has a considerable presence in Visakhapatnam East and South, Bheemili and Gajuwaka constituencies. Incidentally, both Akkaramani and Vamsi Krishna Srinivas, who contested against TDP nominee Velagapudi Ramakrishna Babu in the last three elections, are supporting Velagapudi in the 2024 elections. While Akkaramani joined TDP, Vamsi Krishna joined Jana Sena. Vamsi who is contesting as Jana Sena nominee as part of NDA alliance in Visakhapatnam South constituency has already announced his support to Ramakrishna Babu and even addressed a joint press conference with him. Now Akkaramani who joined TDP unconditionally, will also support Velagapudi. Vijaya Nirmala was earlier one of the strong contenders for YSRC ticket for Visakhapatnam East Assembly segment from where she unsuccessfully contested in the 2019 elections against Velagapudi. As she along with Vamsi Krishna locked horns for YSRC ticket for Visakhapatnam East segment, the party has chosen Vizag MP MVV Satyanarayana as its nominee. Resenting the move, Vamsi quit the party and joined Jana Sena. As part of seat sharing the Jana Sena got Visakhapatnam South from where he is contesting now. Akkaramani was nominated as VMRDA chairperson after YSRC came to power. However, after the expiry of her tenure, Chandra Mouli was nominated to VMRDA. She has been keeping aloof from YSRC since then. Though she hails from Bheemili she has clout in Visakhapatnam East constituency. She has been nursing the East constituency since 2019.
Prakasam: Three held for stealing cash from ATM vehicle
VIJAYAWADA: Prakasam district police arrested three members on Friday for their alleged involvement in the theft of money from an ATM cash machine. The police also recovered Rs 66 stole cash from them. The three accused were identified as Sannamuru Mahesh Babu, Racharla Rajasekjar and Gujjula Venkata Konda Reddy. The accused Mahesh recently left the job in the ATM cash depositing company Cash Management Services (CMS), Konda Reddy is serving as a manager in the same company and hatched a plan to loot the money along with Maheshs relative Rajashekhar. According to an officials release from Prakasam district Superintendent of Police (SP) Garud Sumit Sunil, the incident took place on Thursday around 2 pm when the ATM cash carrying vehicle was parked in front of Punjab National Bank ATM centre near Sri Ayurvedic Speciality Hospital of Ongole town. The CMS staff received Rs 68 lakh cash from five different banks in Ongole town and reached the Punjab Nation Bank ATM. When the van driver and security staff were having lunch in a room behind the ATM centre, the accused Mahesh and Rajashekar opened the doors of the van and took the money in the vehicle and fled the scene. After the staff returned to the van, they noticed that the cash was missing and informed the same to the manager Konda Reddy, who lodged a complaint with Ongole Taluk police. Four special teams were formed and identified the accused using advanced technology. The accused Mahesh resigned recently and committed the crime with the information from manager Konda Reddy pertaining to the cash and vehicle. All the three accused were arrested and produced in the court, said the SP Garud Sumit Sunil. The SP further instructed the private security agencies to have two armed guards including a driver near the cash transporting vehicles and CCTV cameras installed in the vehicles to avoid the cash being stolen.
Prakasam SP congratulates civil services ranker Udaya
VIJAYAWADA: Prakasam district Superintendent of Police (SP) Garud Sumit Sunil, extended congratulations to Mulagani Udaya Krishna Reddy, a former constable from Ullapalem village of Singarayakonda mandal in Prakasam district, for securing an all-India rank of 780 in the Civil Services-2024 exam conducted by the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC). On the occasion, Garud Sumit Sunil felicitated Uday Krishna Reddy at the District Police Office on Friday. The SP discussed with Uday on various aspects of his journey, including his family background, educational pursuits, motivation, and preparation strategy for the civil services exam. The SP commended him as an embodiment of determination, proper planning, time management, and hardwork, illustrating how these qualities can propel individuals to greater heights in life. Udaya shared his journey from serving as a constable in Gudlur PS and Ramayapatnam Marine PS in joint Prakasam to pursuing his aspirations of becoming a Civil servant.
YSRC leader attacked in Mangalagiri, brain dead
GUNTUR: Attacked by a few unknown miscreants, a YSRC leader in Mangalagiri suffered severe injuries and was announced brain dead on Friday. According to the police, the victim was identified as Meka Venkat Reddy, a middle aged person and native of Mangalagiri. On Thursday, he was doing a door-to-door campaign, when a few miscreants on two-wheelers hit him and fled from the scene. Venkat Reddy suffered severe head injuries and was rushed to Manipal Hospital where he was receiving treatment and announced brain dead. The incident caused a political ruckus in the constituency, as the YSRC leaders are alleging that the TDP cadre are responsible for the attack. YSRC MP Alla Ayodhya Ramireddy, MLA Alla Ramakrishna Reddy and MLC Murugudu Hanumantha Rao visited the victims kin at the hospital and assured them of all required assistance. Condemning the attack, MLA Ramakrishna Reddy alleged that Lokesh and TDP goons, afraid of their defeat in the elections, are deliberately trying to create disturbances in the constituency and are using it for their political mileage. Upon receiving a complaint, the police filed a case.
Jagan is a traitor of Rayalaseema: Naidu
VIJAYAWADA: TDP national president N Chandrababu Naidu criticised Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy for miserably failing to provide basic amenities to the people of Andhra Pradesh. Speaking at Praja Galam meetings held at Rayadurgam and Alur in Anantapur and Kurnool districts respectively, Naidu lashed at YSRC for not supplying water to agricultural fields, not providing jobs to the youth, and not laying roads in rural areas. I came here to assure people that the NDA alliance will provide all facilities to the public, he added. Calling Jagan a traitor of Rayalaseema for doing nothing for the region, Naidu highlighted the increase of prices of essential commodities, cement, sand, and iron during the regime of Jagan. Further, the people of Andhra Pradesh are facing an extra burden of Rs 1 lakh every year because of the increased petrol and diesel prices, he added. The TDP chief reiterated that if he wins the upcoming elections, he will increase the old age pension to Rs 4,000 from the present Rs 3,000 and will disburse the increased amount from April itself. Naidu also slammed Jagan for using his power for personal gains. Jagan is behaving like he wants everyone in the State to be his slaves. Power is an opportunity given to serve the people. There should be accountability. With ego, Jagan has misused this power, he alleged. Stating that Jagan has looted the State and its people by increasing alcohol prices, Naidu slammed the CM for deceiving the public in the name of prohibition of alcohol in AP. Highlighting the alarming Rs 13 lakh crore of debt on the State, he said, This election is crucial. It will change the future of the people and the State. We need the support of the Centre. This is the reason why TDP, JSP, and BJP teamed up.
Avinashs performance as an MP lacklustre: Chadipiralla Bhupesh Subbarami Reddy
Chadipiralla Bhupesh Subbarami Reddy has emerged as a vocal critic of Kadapa MP YS Avinash Reddy, terming his performance lacklustre. Named as the TDP nominee for Kadapa Lok Sabha constituency, he asserts that the YS familys prolonged reign has yielded scant development in Kadapa district. In an interview with SNagaraja Rao, Ch Bhupesh Subbarami Reddy promises to bring about a meaningful change in the district, if elected What kind of response you are getting from people in the election campaign? We have noticed a significant anti-incumbency against the YSRC during our campaign, particularly concerning unfulfilled promises of the YS Jagan Mohan Reddy government and rising prices of essential commodities. Our Super Six Manifesto has garnered tremendous support, indicating voter dissatisfaction with the ruling partys poor performance. We are confident that voters will rally behind us and ensure our victory in the elections. The YSRC claims to have directly deposited crores of Rupees into beneficiaries bank accounts under welfare schemes, and describes them as its star campaigners. How do you respond to its assertion? The ruling partys welfare schemes are marred by allegations of financial exploitation, offering minimal relief compared to the economic burden placed on people through increased prices and taxes. People are disenchanted with the YSRC governments performance and ready to voice their discontent in the polls. What is your main criticism of the sitting YSRC MP? I believe that Avinash Reddy and the ruling YSRC have failed the district on multiple fronts. They have not fulfilled promises related to industrial development, such as establishing a steel plant and constructing the Kadapa-Bangalore railway line. This neglect is a betrayal of the peoples trust, especially considering the YS familys longstanding dominance in the region. How do you compete with the two-time MP? Avinash Reddys tenure as an MP has been lacklustre with minimal development initiatives in the district. Voters are disillusioned with his poor performance, providing us with an opportunity to secure their support. Our focus on addressing key issues and delivering on promises will resonate with voters and ensure our victory. What are your priorities for the growth of Kadapa? I will prioritise execution of infrastructure projects such as the Kadapa steel plant and the Kadapa-Bangalore railway line. The district has immense potential for industrial growth, and I want to harness it by attracting huge investments and promoting job creation. Additionally, Ill prioritise supporting farmers and unemployed youth through various initiatives aimed at enhancing their livelihood. In Kadapa, there is significant Muslim population. Will TDPs pact with BJP have any negative impact? Our alliance with the NDA has been historically successful and will not jeopardise our chances of victory. Weve consistently worked to address the needs of all communities, including Muslims, through various development initiatives. Under the leadership of TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, well ensure that interests of all the people are better safeguarded.
AP polls: Naidu, Purandeswari, Avinash Reddy file nominations
Amaravati: TDP chief N Chandrababu Naidu, Andhra Pradesh BJP chief D Purandeswari, current YSRCP MP from Kadapa Y S Avinash Reddy and others filed their nominations on Friday for the Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in the state. Avinash Reddy, who is an accused in the ongoing Y S Vivekananda Reddy murder case, filed his Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
TDPs Balakrishna has family assets of Rs 483 crore
Amaravati: Telugu Desam Party (TDP) candidate from Andhra Pradeshs Hindupur Assembly constituency and leading Tollywood actor N. Balakrishna has family assets of Rs 483 crore. However, Balakrishnas wife Vasundhara, who is a homemaker, owns more movable assets than him. The affidavit, submitted by Balakrishna while filing his nomination on Friday, reveals that he has movable Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Andhra Pradesh: Net worth of contestants - The New Indian Express
Andhra Pradesh: Net worth of contestants The New Indian Express
Naidu, Bhuvaneswari worth Rs 931 cr
GUNTUR: Several bigwigs filed their nominations across the State on Friday. Former Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidus wife Bhuvaneswari filed nominations on behalf of her husband at Kuppam. As per the affidavit filed with the Election Commission, the assets of the TDP supremo and his family have increased by over 41% in the last five years, reaching Rs 810.42 crore mark. While the total value of assets held by Naidu and Bhuvaneswari was Rs 668.57 crore in 2019, it shot up to over Rs 931 crore in 2024, including movable assets and offshore assets worth Rs 8,10,41,89,321 and immovable assets worth Rs 1,21,41,41,609. The majority of the assets are owned by Bhuvaneswari, who is the owner of over 2.26 crore shares of Heritage Foods Ltd with a market value of Rs 337.85 per share totalling to Rs 764 crore, compared to Rs 545.76 crore in 2019. In addition, she also owns jewellery worth Rs 3,24,24,087. The TDP supremo personally has movable assets valued at Rs 4.80 lakh and assets valued at Rs 36.31 lakh in immovable assets. Additionally, Naidu owns an Ambassador automobile, which is worth Rs 2.25 lakh. The familys overall liabilities exceed over Rs 10 crore. While the TDP chief has liabilities of Rs 3.48 crore, which are in the form of a joint housing loan with his son Nara Lokesh, Bhuvaneswaris liabilities stood at Rs 8.83 crore.
Nomination rallies lead to traffic snarls in Vijayawada
VIJAYAWADA : The election nomination process on Friday caused significant traffic disruptions in various areas of Vijayawada city, as candidates from different political parties reportedly violated the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI) by holding large processions and rallies. Major roads and junctions en route to the election returning office near Berm Park in the West constituency and NTR district collectorate were congested with convoys of vehicles belonging to the candidates and their supporters, occupying most of the roads. At around 10 am, YSRC West constituency MLA candidate Shaik Asif, along with MLA Velampalli Srinivasa Rao, Vijayawada MP candidate Kesineni Srinivas alias Nani, Pothina Venkata Mahesh, and other leaders and close aides from the constituency, participated in a rally from Kaleswara Rao market to the Bhavanipuram election returning officers office. Traffic congestion on Prakasam Barrage, One-town, MG Road, and Eluru Road caused significant disruptions for office-goers, lasting for hours and inconveniencing the public during peak hours. Despite no police intervention to regulate traffic, citizens criticized the police for imposing vehicle restrictions and redirecting traffic without providing prior notice of alternative routes. Folk artistes seen dancing during a rally in Vijayawada Narendra, a resident of Bhavanipuram, expressed frustration over the sudden traffic disruptions, suggesting that the police should have advised alternate routes in advance to minimise inconvenience to commuters. Instead of imposing restrictions on commuters, the police would have advised alternate routes in advance. Since it is election time, police should make arrangements for the politicians to carry out their processions without causing inconvenience instead of asking public to adjust, he opined. The situation was similar on MG Road, where TDP leaders gathered in large numbers at the NTR district collectors office, leading to commuters waiting in traffic jams under the scorching sun for over an hour. Swaroopa, another commuter, complained about the unbearable heat during the summer season in Vijayawada, especially when stuck in traffic jams caused by political rallies. The heat during summer season in Vijayawada city is unbearable starting from 10 am. It is even more difficult for a person riding two-wheeler and stuck in traffic jam. I have waited for more than 30 minutes under the sun due to the rallies taken by political leaders, Swaroopa said.
AP: Uncertainty looms over salaries of 14,000 teachers
VIJAYAWADA : As many as 14,000 municipal teachers find themselves in a state of uncertainty over their salaries as the government mandates General Provident Fund (GPF) or Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) numbers to be updated with pay bills. The majority of teachers currently lack these numbers, leading to confusion and apprehension regarding their forthcoming pay. The Finance Department issued a memo on the official website stating that the uploading of GPF numbers is mandatory from May 2024. The memo specifies that Drawing and Disbursing Officers (DDOs) are not allowed to submit pay bills for employees whose GPF and PRAN numbers are invalid. The State has 2,115 municipal schools, employing a significant workforce of 14,000 teachers. Among them, 5,000 teach in Municipal High Schools spread across 335 schools, while about 9,000 educators serve in 1,870 municipal elementary schools. The implementation of the directive regarding GPF numbers, meant to secure teachers financial futures, has been patchy at best. Only Punganur Municipality has seen full compliance, leaving thousands of teachers in uncertainty. The recent integration of Municipal Schools under the Education Department on June 24, 2022, aimed to streamline operations. DDO powers were delegated to headmasters of municipal high schools and Mandal Education Officers (MEOs) for elementary schools. Some Municipal High school Head Masters took the initiative to establish GPF accounts for their teachers, and the AG office has granted GPF numbers to those teachers. However, nearly 4,400 high school teachers do not have GPF numbers as their HMs remained silent. Many teachers remain without GPF numbers due to administrative lapses. In addition, the Mandal Education Officers (MEOs), who serve as the DDOs for Municipal Elementary Schools, have also remained inactive, resulting in the absence of GPF accounts for almost all of the 9,000 municipal teachers. State president of Municipal Teachers Federation S Ramkrishna decried the negligence of MEOs and high school headmasters, highlighting the potential halt in salary disbursement due to non-compliance with the Finance Departments latest mandate stipulating the necessity of GPF/CPS numbers for salary generation, exacerbating the situation. He stressed the urgency of the matter, urging the Director of Treasuries to relax restrictions to ensure timely salary disbursal. In response, K Mohan Rao, Director of Treasuries, assured that municipal teachers issues would be addressed separately to avoid salary-disbursement disruptions. Speaking to TNIE, Mohan Rao clarified the memo on the website is intended to facilitate the upload of GPF numbers for individuals currently possessing them. Meanwhile, Bandi Hena, State President of the Womens Wing of the Municipal Teachers Federation, highlighted technical challenges faced by teachers in uploading new GPF numbers. She called for a prompt resolution to preempt further issues in salary disbursement.
Andhra Pradesh: TDP Candidate Pauses Campaign To Perform Emergency Delivery Of Woman In Amaravati
G Lakshmi (36), a gynaecologist and the TDP candidate for Darsi Assembly constituency in Prakasam district on Thursday evening got a call from a local hospital about an urgent Caesarean section ...
Telugu desam keen to win back Cheepurupalli segment from Botcha
VIZIANAGARAM: The political atmosphere in Cheepurupalli has heated up as the two senior leaders, Botcha Satyanarayana and Kimidi Kala Venkata Rao, belonging to the same community (Turpu Kapu), are competing with each other in the ensuing elections. While, Botcha served as a PCC president in the erstwhile Andhra Pradesh, Lok Sabha MP, and minister for nearly 15 years. Whereas, Kala Venkata Rao served as TDP State president after bifurcation, Rajya Sabha MP, TTD Chairman, and minister for nearly 10 years. It is to be noted that Turpu Kapu, with more than 70% population, has been the dominant community in the Cheepurupalli segment. On the other side Yadava, SC, OC and other BC communities have been playing a crucial role in determining the fate of the candidates. Cheepurupalli Assembly segment is considered to be one of the bastions of TDP until 2004. The yellow party has garnered the support of the people and has won the seat consecutively five times from 1983 to 1999. However, Congress senior leader Botcha Satyanarayana demolished the TDPs fortification in the 2004 and 2009 elections and served as housing, panchayat raj, and transportation minister from 2004 to 2014. Later, he lost the seat to Kimidi Mrunalini of TDP in the 2014 elections amidst the strong dissidence by the people for State bifurcation. She served as a minister for rural development in the Chandrababu Naidus cabinet. In 2019, the TDP high command chose to introduce Kimidi Mrunalinis son Nagarjuna, who lost to YSRC candidate Botcha Satyanarayana. Determined to win the constituency in the 2024 elections and put an end to Botchas political supremacy in the district, the TDP top brass initially proposed Ganta Srinivasa Rao as its candidate for the Cheepurupalli segment. Since Ganta reportedly refused to leave Visakhapatnam, the TDP nominated Kimidi Kala Venkata Rao as its candidate for the seat. This move has sparked severe dissent among the followers of TDP incharge Kimidi Nagarjuna for denying him the ticket. However, the party high command is positive that the cadre would welcome Kala Venkata Raos candidature as he is the blood relative of Nagarjuna. The Cheepurupalli Assembly constituency comprises Cheepurupalli, Garividi, Merakamudidam, and Gurla mandals. The region is one of the rain fed constituencies in the district. Therefore, the farmers have been relying on the Thotapalli reservoir as there are no other water resources for agriculture. Though the previous government led by Chandrababu Naidu launched the Sardar Gouthu Latchanna Thotapalli Barrage, the people of this region did not receive the irrigated water due to incompleteness of the branch canals. The ruling YSRC government also failed to complete the branch canals work. In addition to this, though the YSRC leaders strongly opposed the merger of Rural Electric Cooperative Society (RECS) at Cheepurupalli into the Andhra Pradesh Eastern Power Distribution Company Limited (APEPDCL) before the elections, they became mute spectators when the RECS was merged into APEPDCL after the YSRC came into power. It is to be noted that six ferro alloy companies located in Cheepurupalli, Garividi and Merakamudidam mandals have been providing livelihood to several people of these mandals. However, four of these ferro alloy companies were shut down citing the governments increased cost of power from `5.01 to `8.59 per unit. Though two companies revoked the lockout a few days ago, the remaining two companies still remain unfunctional. The ruling YSRC leaders are confident of victory in the ensuing elections relying on the welfare schemes being implemented by the government. Botcha Satyanarayana never made specific election promises during his election campaign. However, he assured the people to resolve any issue in the constituency. On the other hand, TDP candidate Kimidi Kala Venkata Rao exudes confidence that his seniority would help the partys victory besides the governments failure in the development of the constituency. He said, The ruling YSRC government ignored the development of Cheepurupalli. The present government thinks that giving `10 in the name of welfare schemes to a family and collecting `90 back is development. I have a vision for the development of the constituency besides improving the living standards of women, youth and farmers.
TDP chief declares family assets worth 931.83 cr in Andhra - Hindustan Times
TDP chief declares family assets worth 931.83 cr in Andhra Hindustan Times
69.46% TN voters ink fingers, Chennai retains laggard tag
CHENNAI: Amid heatwave-like conditions searing large parts of the state, Tamil Nadu peacefully completed voting in its 39 Lok Sabha constituencies, barring minor skirmishes and EVM glitches in some places, with a provisional voter turnout of 69.46% as of 12.11 am on Saturday. The figure might be revised later in the day. Briefing reporters at the secretariat, Chief Electoral Officer Satyabrata Sahoo said that Flying Squad Teams and Static Surveillance Teams will be dismantled in the state, an announcement that would give much relief to traders, farmers and jewellers. However, the teams will continue to be stationed in the border areas of the neighbouring states of Kerala, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh where elections are not yet over. The provisional voting figure this year was lower than 2019s turnout of 72.47%. Of the 39 constituencies, 23 constituencies have polled more than 70% votes with Dharmapuri topping the list (81.48%) followed by Kallakurichi (79.25%) and Karur (78.61%). Chennai Central saw the lowest turnout of 53.91%. The polling in Coimbatore Constituency, pegged at 71.17% on Friday, was revised to 64.81%. A comparison of provisional polling data in all 39 constituencies with the turnout in the 2019 Lok Sabha elections showed that 35 constituencies had recorded a decline. The highest decline was in Thoothukudi where the turnout dropped by 9.52 percentage points from 69.48% to 59.96%. Vellore, Coimbatore, Kallakurichi, and Salem are the four constituencies where the turnout marginally went up. Sahoo said polling was peaceful except for a few stray incidents. A very low percentage of EVMs had to be replaced due to technical issues, he said. He said postal ballots are yet to be added to the final count. Stating that voter turnout increased between 3pm and 6pm, Sahoo said the final polling figures would be released on Saturday. Asked if repolling would be conducted anywhere, the CEO said it would depend on the reports to be filed by the presiding officers, observers, and political parties. So far, only one complaint had been received regarding the functioning of EVMs and the report of the district electoral officer had been sought on the matter, he said.
Odisha receives highest fire alerts in last seven days
BHUBANESWAR: In the midst of a gruelling heatwave, Odisha has become the number one state to receive maximum number of fire alerts in the last seven days since April 12. As per Forest Survey of India (FSI) data, the state has received a total of 3,992 fire alerts in the last week. Odisha is followed by neighbouring Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand which have received 2,413; 2,048; and 1,333 fire alerts respectively. As per the FSI statistics, over 32 per cent of the total number of forest fire points detected across the country on Friday were from Odisha. Similarly, around 34 per cent of large wildfires active in the country are from Odisha. While as many as 1,181 forest fire points were detected in Odisha on the day, the state is also in the grip of 107 large forest fire incidents, the highest among all states. Officials said the state, in the current forest fire season, so far has recorded 11,833 wildfire points. The surge in forest fire incidents, meanwhile, has prompted the Forest department to mobilise fire protection squads across the state to deal with the crisis and protect wildlife in the affected areas. PCCF and HoFF Debidutta Biswal said in order to deal with the crisis, the department has mobilsed 370 fire protection squads and 330 fire fighting vehicles. Around 4,800 blower machines have also been provided at the field level to contain forest fire incidents effectively. Besides, mobile numbers of around 10,000 forest field personnel have been registered with OFMS to ensure 100 per cent response rate. The response rate of the state to all the forest fire points has improved to 99.7 per cent and in some forest circles it has been cent per cent, he said. Biswal said most of the forest fires are manmade and close to 40 per cent of the fire points detected have been found outside the protected forest areas. Shifting cultivation is one of the main causes of fire points in forest areas of South Odisha that accounted for around 62 per cent of the wildfire points detected in the state on Friday, forest officials said. They said around 345 fire points were detected in Koraput circle, while 388 fire points were detected in Berhampur circle of the state on the day. The number has spiked mostly after Pana Sankranti, they said. Meanwhile, keeping in view the situation the department has expedited survey of water-bodies and water-harvest structures inside forests to secure adequate drinking water for wild animals. So far there is no dearth of water in such water bodies, Biswal said. Ground intelligence and foot patrolling have been strengthened to keep poachers at bay during the forest fire season, he added.
AP peopleve made up their mind on double engine govt - The Hans India
AP peopleve made up their mind on double engine govt The Hans India
Congress will bring back YSR rule in Andhra Pradesh again, promises Y. S. Sharmila - The Hindu
Congress will bring back YSR rule in Andhra Pradesh again, promises Y. S. Sharmila The Hindu
A whiff of change - Borneo Bulletin
A whiff of change Borneo Bulletin
Nalin Prabhat appointed D-G of National Security Guard
Mr. Prabhat is a 1992 batch IPS officer of the Andhra Pradesh cadre
Politician oblivious of AP losing Hyderabad as common capital on June 1
Vijayawada: Hyderabad will cease to be the common capital of both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana on June 1, 2024. As per provisions of the AP Reorganisation Act, 2014, Hyderabad would remain the common capital of both Telugu states until June 1, 2024. The move had been aimed at helping the residuary state of AP develop its own capital. TD chief N. Chandrababu Naidu, who contested the 2014 elections in alliance with BJP, left Hyderabad after coming to power and started develop APs capital city in Amaravati. The TD lost power in 2019 to the YSRC, whose government proposed to develop three capitals for Andhra Pradesh. Political parties in AP do not seem to be focusing on the fact that Hyderabad will cease to be the common capital. The AP parties have not used Hyderabad for any major purposes, expect to complete transfer of offices to AP or address media on issues of importance. Telugu Desam spokesperson P. Manikyala Rao said, We do not have any expectations to use it further either. We will be focusing on developing Amaravati. Political leaders say as elections are underway, whichever the party comes to power in AP or at the Centre will have to take a collective decision with regard to what is to be done on Hyderabad. They may either seek to extend Hyderabad as common capital for some more time or let the issue lapse automatically on June 1. BJP leader P. Chandrasekhar said, Both the governments at the Centre and state have to take a decision on the common capital through consensus. The opinion of people will also matter. The YSRC slammed Naidu for rushing to AP, leaving Hyderabad to Telangana. Naidu feared getting caught in the cash for vote case. He is to be faulted for lack of proper development of the AP capital, a YSRC leader said. APs BC welfare minister Ch. Srinivas Venugopal Krishna said, Had the TD government continued to administer residuary AP from Hyderabad for some years, it could have helped us settle several issues with regard to getting proper revenue and division of assets and liabilities. Our party leadership will take a final call on the issue of Hyderabad continuing as the common capital. The division of assets belonging to nearly 245 institutions mentioned in Schedules IX and X, worth around Rs 1.42 lakh crore, is yet to be carried out between AP and TS.
2 Indian students die at scenic waterfall in Scotland
LONDON, Apr 19: Two students from India who were studying at a university in the UK have been killed in a tragic drowning incident at a scenic waterfall in Scotland. Police Scotland are yet to name the men from Andhra Pradesh in their 20s and a post-mortem is due to take place on Friday. The incident took place at the Linn of Tummel near Blair of Atholl in Perthshire on Wednesday night when two men from a group of friends [] The post 2 Indian students die at scenic waterfall in Scotland appeared first on Daily Excelsior .
IMD Forecasts Thundershowers for AP - Deccan Chronicle
IMD Forecasts Thundershowers for AP Deccan Chronicle
IMD Forecasts Thundershowers for AP
Chennaiites, who awoke to pleasant weather on D-Day, voted briskly in the morning with the 35 per cent mark recorded around noon. Chennaiites, who awoke to pleasant weather on D-Day, voted briskly in the morning with the 35 per cent mark recorded around noon. Visakhapatnam: India Meteorological Department (IMD) Amaravati has forecast thunderstorms for coastal Andhra Pradesh and Rayalaseema till April 23 even as hot and humid weather is expected to continue in the two regions. Gusty winds with a speed of 3040 kmph are likely to occur at isolated places over the state between April 20 and April 23. Many parts of AP continued to reel under scorching heat as dry south-westerly winds singed the state, pushing the mercury up. Most parts of the state recorded maximum temperatures between 40C and 44C on Friday. Tribal pockets in the state also recorded the highest temperatures between 34C and 37C, making people most uncomfortable. IMD stated that Nandyal recorded 44.3 degrees Celsius on Friday. It was 44.7C the previous day. Maximum temperatures exceeded 98th percentile at isolated pockets over Rayalaseema. In the coastal region, humidity varied between 50 per cent and 80 per cent. Humidity levels are expected to remain the same during the coming four days.
Andhra Pradesh couple's toxic marriage turns into poll battle
Srikakulam couple's political clash unfolds as wife challenges husband's YSRCP nomination, revealing a turbulent political journey despite three decades of marriage and shifting party affiliations for the husband.
Andhra Pradesh couple's toxic marriage turns into poll battle - The Times of India
Andhra Pradesh couple's toxic marriage turns into poll battle The Times of India
AP: Wife's Threat to Enter Fray against Hubby.. - Greatandhra
AP: Wife's Threat to Enter Fray against Hubby.. Greatandhra
Andhra Pradesh polls: Chandrababu Naidu, Purandeswari, Avinash Reddy file nominations Hindustan Times
AP intelligence failure leaves VIP lives in danger
Hyderabad : Thorough failure of the intelligence wing of the Andhra Pradesh police has left the lives of VVIPs in danger during electioneering for the May 13 state and Lok Sabha polls. With the police cracking the case of attack against Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, and the Telugu Desam-led Opposition admitting that the injury was not self-inflicted, the focus now shifted to the failure of the intelligence department, headed by senior police official P.S.R. Anjaneyulu, in its primary duty of intelligence gathering. Amidst the growing demand to take action against officials responsible for the security lapses that led to the attack on the Chief Minister, Chief Electoral Officer M.K. Meena said the central observer on police matters would review the incident and recommend necessary action. Significantly, then intelligence chief Shivashankar was the first to be shunted out of post following the Maoist attack on then Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu at Alipiri on his way to Tirumala in October 2003. According to security experts, the reaction of Jagan Mohan Reddys security team to the stone-pelting incident also exposed lack of preparedness, which, they said, was a result of poor training imparted by the senior intelligence officials. In our basic training we are taught that we may not be able to anticipate the first shot on the VIP but should not allow the second shot to be fired. The video clearly shows that the security officials surrounding Jagan did not even realise that the subject was hit and did not react for some time, a former intelligence chief told Deccan Chronicle. This exposed chinks in the training of security personnel, he added. The intelligence departments primary duty is the gathering of intelligence and providing effective security to mainly political leaders. The poll campaign in Andhra Pradesh has become highly sensitive and the campaign has seen leaders of both the YSRC and TD-led alliance whipping up emotions. The Chief Ministers route is pre-arranged and it was known that the convoy would pass through areas where the Oppositions presence is also high, a senior YSR Congress leader pointed out. According to locals, Ajith Singh Nagar is a volatile area with some of the residents getting involved in criminal cases. As per police also the local TD leader got in touch with the accused and his friends and hatched conspiracy to attack Jagan Mohan Reddy and the intelligence wing failed to smell the conspiracy. Senior intelligence officials also failed to assess the dangerous situation arising out of power cut to facilitate the convoy of the Chief Minister with huge garlands carried by a crane and did not suggest alternative arrangements, said another police official.
Andhra parties should check violent speech - The New Indian Express
Andhra parties should check violent speech The New Indian Express
Six Sons, Two Daughters of Ex-CMs in AP Election Fray
Vijayawada: The sons of at least six former chief ministers of Andhra Pradesh are in the 2024 election fray for the Assembly and Lok Sabha fights this time. Daughters of two former CMs are also testing their luck. Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is in the fray from Pulivendula, continuing the legacy of his father Y.S. Rajasekhar Reddy. Jagans sister Y.S. Sharmila is contesting the Kadapa Parliament seat on a Congress ticket. Former chief minister N.T. Rama Raos daughter Daggubati Purandeswari as BJP state president is contesting from Rajamahendravaram. NTRs son Balakrishna is in the fray for the Hindupur Assembly seat. Ex-CM, Chandrababu Naidus son Nara Lokesh is in the Assembly fray in Mangalagiri. Former CM Nadendla Bhaskar Raos son Nadendla Manohar is fighting the Assembly poll from Tenali on a Jana Sena ticket. Ex-CM Kotla Vijayabhaskar Reddys son Kotla Jayasurya Prakash Reddy will be contesting the Assembly poll from Dhone constituency. Former CM N. Janardhan Reddys son N. Ramkumar Reddy will be testing his political fortunes from the Venkatagiri Assembly constituency on the YSRC ticket. Political heirs like former MLA Kurugundla Ramakrishna's daughter Lakshmipriya is in the fray in Venkatagiri. Vijayashree, daughter of former minister Nelawala Subrahmanyam, is testing her luck on behalf of TD in Sullurpet. Former minister Palle Raghunath Reddy's daughter-in-law Palle Sindhura is TD nominee for Puttaparthi. Ex- MLA Shilpa Mohan Reddy's son Shilpa Ravi is contesting on behalf of the YSRC in Nandyala. Ex-minister Bhuma Nagi Reddy's daughter Bhuma Akhilapriya is contesting the polls in Allagadda.
Andhra Pradesh Government Schools Float Fun on Vacation-2024 for Students
Due to lack of classrooms and space, students sit in the corridor at ZPHS school at Manikonda. (R. Pavan/DC) Due to lack of classrooms and space, students sit in the corridor at ZPHS school at Manikonda. (R. Pavan/DC) Vijayawada: Department of School Education is launching Fun on Vacation-2024 for students of Andhra Pradesh during the upcoming summer holidays. This is to ensure that the students use their vacation time constructively and meaningfully. In this regard, School Education commissioner S. Suresh Kumar organised an online conference on Friday with top officials of the department, including regional joint directors, district education officers, and Samagra Shiksha project coordinators. On the occasion, the commissioner released a list of programmes and guidelines prepared by the State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) for Fun on Vacation-2024. Suresh Kumar said the main objective of the programme is to engage students in making their summer vacation an unforgettable experience by focusing on sports, games, arts, vocational skills and creative activities, apart from academics, so that students do not lose their educational pace. The programme will help students identify their interests, develop curiosity, creativity and imagination, learn teamwork, discipline, life skills and values, and acquire leadership qualities. The commissioner said physical education teachers (PETs) have been asked to organise various games and sports for interested students. Such physical activity is aimed at children, so that they are healthy and happy. There will be We Love Reading Competitions (WLRC) with teachers, headmasters and principals to promote reading among students and make it a habit. Suresh Kumar suggested that school officials could organise the various programmes in collaboration with various charitable organisations, educational institutions, and local community organisations. He asked his colleagues to submit their ideas on Fun on Vacation-2024 on Google Forms using https://forms.gle/73sw7jBbWM4vDrEo6.
It was done to weaken peace of Hyderabad: Owaisi attacks BJP over Madhavi Latha's arrow gesture
It was done to weaken peace of Hyderabad: Owaisi attacks BJP over Madhavi Latha's arrow gesture After BJP leader and candidate from Hyderabad constituency in the Lok Sabha elections, Madhavi Latha courted controversy after gesturing to shoot an arrow, purportedly in the direction of a mosque, AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi lashed out at her, saying that the arrow was targeting the peace and tranquillity of the city. Addressing his first public meeting after filing his nomination from the Hyderabad constituency, Owaisi alleged that the purported gesture by Madhavi Latha was intended to weaken the peace among Hindus and Muslims in the city. You saw that one candidate of the BJP is gesturing to shoot an arrow in the direction of a mosque. If you even feel a little bit of pain, you should vote not for the sake of the party but for that 'ibadatgah' (prayer house). If you will keep sleeping even now, when you will get up, Owaisi said. That imaginary arrow was not pointed at any mosque but against the peace and tranquillity of Hyderabad. It showed their (BJP) intention of destroying the peace of Hyderabad. It was done to weaken the peace among Hindus and Muslims. You can have differences with me, but peace in the city is for everyone, he added. The BJP candidate from the Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency, Kompella Madhavi Latha, has courted controversy after a video of her gesturing to shoot an arrow, purportedly in the direction of a mosque, came to light. In a 10-second clip that has been widely shared, Ms Latha, dressed in saffron and with a garland of yellow flowers around her neck, makes a dramatic flourish. She pretends to draw an arrow from a quiver on her back, notches the pretend arrow, and then fires the imaginary weapon, at which point loud music is played. The clip online pans to show the mosque at the point she fires the 'arrow'. During the festivities, the mosque had been covered in white cloth to avoid communal tensions. The BJP candidate later took to X to issue an explanation. It has come to my notice that a video of mine is being circulated in the media to create negativity. I would like to clarify that this is an incomplete video and if anyone's feelings are hurt due to such a video, I would like to apologise. He also appealed to people to extend their support for AIMIM, the party representing the seat for decades. Remember this, if you don't utilise your vote then how will you express your likes and dislikes? If you don't go out and vote, then you are strengthening the powers (BJP) who are destroying the houses of the poor using bulldozers. You are making the path clear for those who want to snatch the religious places if you do not vote for the AIMIM despite supporting it. You will strengthen those powers who want to prevent us by performing our rituals to bring UCC, he added. Owaisi on Friday filed his nomination from the prestigious Hyderabad constituency, which is considered a bastion of the Owaisi family. The four-time MP offered Friday prayers at the Mecca Masjid and led a huge procession before filing his nomination papers from the Hyderabad constituency. The old city, comprising two Lok Sabha seats--Hyderabad and Secunderabad--will poll for the Lok Sabha on May 13. The counting of votes is scheduled for May 4. Owaisi, who has served four terms in the Lok Sabha as the elected representative from Hyderabad since 2004, was previously elected as an MLA twice in the erstwhile undivided Andhra Pradesh. The Hyderabad Lok Sabha constituency comprises seven assembly segments--Bahadurpura, Chandrayangutta, Charminar, Goshamahal, Karwan, Malakpet and Yakatpura. All assembly seats, except Goshamahal, are presently held by the AIMIM. Since 1984, candidates from the Owaisi family or those supported by them, have been elected from Hyderabad, with Asaduddin Owaisi currently serving as the Lok Sabha member from the prestigious seat. (ANI)
Naidu Declares Assets: Worth Jumps by 39 Per Cent in Five Years
VIJAYAWADA: In a disclosure marking the commencement of election season fervor, former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) supremo, N. Chandrababu Naidu, alongside his wife Nara Bhuvaneswari, has revealed a substantial increase in their combined assets over the past five years. According to the election affidavit filed by the veteran politician, Naidu and his spouse now possess assets valued at a staggering Rs 931 crore, showcasing a remarkable surge of 39 percent since the previous elections held in 2019. This notable increment places their cumulative assets at Rs 263 crore higher than the Rs 668 crore reported in 2019. The lion's share of these assets is attributable to Bhuvaneswari, primarily in the form of shares in companies such as Heritage Foods and Nirvana Holdings, among others. Additionally, Bhuvaneswaris personal collection of gold, diamonds, and silver has been valued at approximately Rs 3 crore. The immovable properties listed in the affidavit span across various locations including Hyderabad, Tamil Nadu, and Chittoor. However, amid the disclosure of their burgeoning wealth, Naidu finds himself entangled in a web of legal challenges. The former Chief Minister currently faces a total of 24 criminal cases, including allegations related to the Amaravati land scam, the fibernet scam, and the skill development scam. Despite these legal hurdles, Naidu's political ambitions remain undeterred. In a move indicative of the familial nature of Indian politics, his wife, Bhuvaneswari, has taken a proactive step by filing her nomination for the Kuppam Assembly constituency on behalf of her husband. This strategic maneuver underscores the TDP's unwavering commitment to retaining its stronghold in the forthcoming elections.
TDP candidate delays poll campaign to perform C-Section: 'Babies & smiles...' - Mint
TDP candidate delays poll campaign to perform C-Section: 'Babies & smiles...' Mint
TDP's Andhra candidate Dr Gottipati Lakshmi delays election campaign to perform C-Section: 'Babies, smiles motivate me' | Mint Mint
You have to decide if my welfare schemes will continue or not: Andhra Pradesh CM ahead of polls
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy said that the people have to make a choice in the upcoming elections, adding that if he is voted back to power, the welfare schemes for the public will continue, but if he loses, the alliance will come to drink people's blood.
Summer heat casts a shadow on electioneering - The Hindu
Summer heat casts a shadow on electioneering The Hindu
Cant vote, but inmates of Nellore Central Prison do their bit for this election - The Hindu
Cant vote, but inmates of Nellore Central Prison do their bit for this election The Hindu
TDP candidate pauses campaign to perform Caesarean section
AMARAVATI: According priority to saving a life rather than campaigning for the election, a TDP candidate in Andhra Pradesh, who happens to be a doctor, paused her campaign to attend to a medical emergency to help a critically pregnant woman deliver through a surgery. G Lakshmi (36), a gynaecologist and the TDP candidate for Darsi Assembly constituency in Prakasam district on Thursday evening got a call from a local hospital about an urgent Caesarean section (C-section) while campaigning. There was an emergency caesarean section and the patient could not deliver due to some difficulty and the baby was at risk because amniotic fluid levels were very low. So, I stopped my campaign programme and rushed to the hospital to conduct the emergency C section there, Lakshmi told PTI. According to the TDP candidate, the mother could not deliver normally as amniotic fluid was literally zero and the local surgeon was not available. However, Lakshmi's timely help enabled the pregnant woman to deliver a boy and the emergency ended on a happy note. Though it is important to meet people as part of election canvassing, Lakshmi, who comes from a family of politicians, highlighted it is important to save lives. I felt that saving a life is more important. I felt very happy to go and perform the delivery, she added.
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Naidus return will halt welfare schemes: Jagan
Amaravati: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy on Friday cautioned people that if Telugu Desam Party (TDP) President N. Chandrababu Naidu comes back to power, he would loot the state, stop the welfare measures implemented by the YSRCP government and suck the blood of the poor. Addressing a public meeting at Tuni Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Chandrababu Naidu's Assets Grew At 41% To Rs 810 Crore In 5 Years - NDTV
Chandrababu Naidu's Assets Grew At 41% To Rs 810 Crore In 5 Years NDTV
Chandrababu Naidu's Assets Grew At 41% To Rs 810 Crore In 5 Years
Assets of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and his family grew by over 41 per cent in the past five years to Rs 810.42 crore, according to an affidavit filed with the Election Commission on Friday.
AP Withdraws 4 TMC ft Water From Sagar
Hyderabad: Andhra Pradesh has withdrawn an additional 4 tmc ft of water - enough to fill 8 lakh 5,000-litre tankers -from the tail pond of the Nagarjunasagar dam, leaving irrigation and power sector officials flabbergasted and the Telangana state government seething in anger. The pond is owned by the TS Genco but is located in AP. The 4 TMC could have been pumped back into the reservoir by TSGenco and could have been used to augment supply of drinking water in Telangana state, including Hyderabad, a TS irrigation department official said. The siphoning off of the water happened on the night of April 13, and was discovered by TS Genco officials only two days later. Matters began coming to a head on Friday once the report trickled up to the government. A furious TS government has issued a showcause notice to TSGenco's hydel power wing chief, seeking an explanation on how AP drew the water. The irrigation department is learnt to have shot off a letter to the Krishna River Management Board complaining about the incident. The KRMB had, just hours earlier, on April 12, had sanctioned drawal of 5.5 tmc ft of water by AP to meet its drinking water needs. Of this, 2.5 tmc ft was from a previous allocation that AP had not used. After the TS government agreed, the KRMB okayed an additional 3 tmc ft of water use by Andhra Pradesh against its demand of 9 tmc ft.
Peddireddi accuses Kiran Kumar Reddy of 'sending' Jagan to jail - The Hindu
Peddireddi accuses Kiran Kumar Reddy of 'sending' Jagan to jail The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh emptied Nagarjunasagar tail-pond illegally, alleges BRS
Jagadish Reddy demands probe into tail-pond issue, accuses government of neglecting it
Andhra Pradesh emptied Nagarjunasagar tail-pond illegally, alleges BRS - The Hindu
Andhra Pradesh emptied Nagarjunasagar tail-pond illegally, alleges BRS The Hindu
Chandrababu Naidu And Wife's Assets Jumps 41% To Rs 810 Crore In Five Years
Former Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and his wife's assets surged by over 41% in 5 years to Rs 810.42 crore, with the majority held by his wife Bhuvaneswari.
53 MP candidates file nominations on the second day in Andhra Pradesh
BJP State president Daggubati Purandeswari files nomination for Rajamahendravaram LS seat
In just five years, Chandrababu Naidu and his wife's assets increase by 41% to reach Rs 810 crore The Economic Times
In just five years, Chandrababu Naidu and his wife's assets increase by 41% to reach Rs 810 crore
Former chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu's assets, detailed in an affidavit to the Election Commission, increased by 41% in 5 years. His wife Bhuvaneswari filed his nomination for the Andhra Pradesh Assembly election in Kuppam.
Only Chandrababu Naidu can develop A.P.: Kondru Muralimohan - The Hindu
Only Chandrababu Naidu can develop A.P.: Kondru Muralimohan The Hindu
Amara Raja Infra bags 700 MWp solar project from Greenko in Andhra Pradesh
The work includes Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) of the entire balance of system (BoS) for the 700 MWp (Megawatt peak) project, which is part of Greenko's Integrated Renewable Energy Project.
YSRCP will return to power with thumping majority: Botcha Satyanarayana - The Hindu
YSRCP will return to power with thumping majority: Botcha Satyanarayana The Hindu
Andhra Candidate Delays Campaigning, Conducts C-Section On Woman In Danger - NDTV
Andhra Candidate Delays Campaigning, Conducts C-Section On Woman In Danger NDTV
Andhra Candidate Delays Campaigning, Conducts C-Section On Woman In Danger
Putting her professional oath ahead of a potentially political one, a candidate for the assembly polls in Andhra Pradesh, who is also a doctor, delayed her campaign to help a woman deliver a baby via a caesarean section.
Let TDP flag alone flutter aloft, Bhuvaneswari tells Kuppam voters
Vote is our weapon and let us use it to overthrow the demonic government in Andhra Pradesh, she says after filing nomination on behalf of her husband and TDP supremo Chandrababu Naidu
AP EAPCET 2024 Exam Date Changed to May 23; Important Details Here
The Andhra Pradesh State Council of Higher Education (APSCHE) has announced revised dates for the Engineering, Agriculture, and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (AP EAPCET) 2024. Candidates aspiring to appear for the exam must take note of the updated schedule and application process. Read on to learn more about the changes and how to apply for AP EAPCET 2024.
Andhra Cadre IPS Officer Nalin Prabhat To Head India's Counter-Terrorism Force NSG
Hyderabad: Senior IPS officer Nalin Prabhat has been appointed as the chief of National Security Guard (NSG), the country's counter-terrorism force, according to a Personnel Ministry order. Prabhat, a 1992 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Andhra Pradesh cadre, is presently working as Additional Director General in the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved his appointment as the Director General, NSG for a period up to August 31, 2028 i.e. the date of his superannuation, the order said. Popularly known as the lack cats, the federal contingency force NSG was raised in 1984. Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) chief Daljit Singh Chawdhary was holding the additional charge of the NSG. The ACC has also approved appointment of Sapna Tewari as the Special Director in the Intelligence Bureau (IB). Tewari, a 1992 batch IPS officer of Odisha cadre, is currently working as Additional Director in the IB. She has been appointed as the Special Director, IB for a tenure of two years from the date of assumption of charge of the post or up to the date of her superannuation i.e. April 30, 2026, the order said.
2 Telugu Students Die at Scenic Waterfall in Scotland
London: Two Telugu students who were studying at a university in the UK have been killed in a tragic drowning incident at a scenic waterfall in Scotland. The deceased has been identified as Jithendranath Karuturi (26), Chanakya Bolishetty ( 22). The incident took place at the Linn of Tummel near Blair of Atholl in Perthshire on Wednesday night when two men from a group of friends on an outing fell into the water and got into difficulty. The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service sent boat teams and vessels to assist with the rescue efforts after their friends raised the alarm with the emergency services. Around 7 pm on Wednesday, April 17, we received a report of two men, aged 22 and 26 years, in the water at the Linn of Tummel waterfall near Blair Atholl said a Police Scotland spokesperson. Emergency services attended and following searches in the area, the bodies of two men were recovered from the water. Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances however there would not appear to be any suspicious circumstances surrounding these deaths,the spokesperson said. The police said a report of the incident will be submitted to the Procurator Fiscal, Scotland's prosecution service and death investigation body. The Indian High Commission in London said the two students from Andhra Pradesh had drowned in an unfortunate incident and their bodies were found a little downstream. The Consulate General of India in Edinburgh has been in contact with their families and a consular official has also met a UK-based relative of one of the students. The University of Dundee has assured of all help. The post-mortem is expected to take place on April 19 and thereafter the procedures for repatriating bodies to India will be done, said a High Commission statement. A University of Dundee spokesperson said: This has been a tragic accident which has shocked us all, and our thoughts are with the families and friends of the students. We have been providing support to those families and friends at this extremely difficult time.
AP SSC Result 2024 awaited, where and how to download Andhra Pradesh 10th scores - Hindustan Times
AP SSC Result 2024 awaited, where and how to download Andhra Pradesh 10th scores Hindustan Times
