POLITICS
K Kavitha’s exit from BRS shows that even in political families, it’s a man’s world
Her accusations against two cousins and frustration with her sibling has come after a steady erosion of power within the party. Kavitha’s isolation and the likelihood that the fallout of her exit will be negligible is a clear sign of the pecking order in not just in BRS but also other family-dominated political parties
INDIA
Why KCR took the tough call to suspend daughter K Kavitha from BRS
KCR faced a difficult decision but felt it was necessary. By suspending his daughter, he showed that the party's future is more important than family connections.
INDIA
K Kavitha's quiet removal from key BRS post triggers internal backlash, exposes growing family feud
While she was away in US on a personal visit, the party quietly replaced her with former minister and loyalist Koppula Eashwar.
INDIA
Months after 'secret' letter, Telangana phone tapping case heats up
On August 8, Union Minister of State for Home Affairs Bandi Sanjay Kumar and his staff will meet with the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in Hyderabad.
INDIA
'Rs 60cr monthly kickbacks, Jagan Reddy recipient': Explosive details from Andhra Pradesh liquor scam chargesheet
A 305-page chargesheet has laid out details of the scam which allegedly occurred during Jagan's tenure as chief minister.
INDIA
After quitting BJP, Raja Singh vows a more aggressive Hindutva fight, weighing options: BRS, Congress or staying put
Raja Singh's position in the Assembly is uncertain. He has not resigned yet, and the BJP has not asked the Speaker to disqualify him.
INDIA
BJP overlooks senior leaders, picks Ramchander Rao as Telangana chief
Many in the BJP are surprised by this selection. They expected Malkajgiri MP and former BRS minister Etela Rajender to be named for the coveted post.
POLITICS
Nara Lokesh 2.0 holds the promise of a blockbuster
TDP is in the midst of its three-day Mahanadu at Kadapa, the home ground of its arch-rival Jagan Reddy. Beyond the symbolism of holding its meeting there, the party is expected to announce a more substantive change, the appointment of Nara Lokesh as working president. From being dismissed as a dynast a decade ago, Lokesh has come through a trial by fire. While Chandrababu Naidu is TDP’s unquestioned leader, his son’s star is in ascent
POLITICS
Kaleshwaram’s ugly reality drowns Telangana’s dream
The Kaleshwaram Project was envisaged as a multi-purpose and multi-stage project to lift water from the Godavari River and take it across 13 districts in Telangana. It was to symbolize the state’s ability to harness engineering potential by lifting water from a height of 100 meters above sea level to 618 meters at the highest elevation point. Today, the project is in a mess, with Telangana racking up a huge debt on its account and a political slugfest underway. The takeaway: Don’t let politicians play the role of engineers
INDIA
Chandrababu Naidu's power play: Inside Andhra Pradesh govt's 'Power Sector Reforms 3.0'
The state has appointed experienced professionals from the State Bank of India, NTPC, and Indian Railways to important positions in its generation, transmission, and distribution companies.
TRENDS
Amaravati rises like a phoenix from the ashes of wilful neglect
Imagined a decade ago as Andhra Pradesh’s dream capital around the location where the legendary Satvahana dynasty built stunning Buddhist stupas around 2,000 years ago, Amaravati is set to be reimagined today. India’s newest city is in the midst of frenzied construction activity, aiming to be a global urban benchmark
INDIA
Repost on X costs senior IAS officer Smita Sabharwal her post in Telangana
The image, styled like a Ghibli animation, showed construction equipment clearing trees, with two deer and a peacock in the foreground.
INDIA
Chandrababu Naidu’s Rs 65,000 crore dream: Inside Amaravati’s world-class makeover plan
The main feature of this updated project is the new international airport. It will help decrease traffic at the nearby Vijayawada airport and improve Amaravati's travel connections.
INDIA
Telangana becomes first state to implement Scheduled Castes categorisation: 'Historic achievement'
The government made this decision based on recommendations from a special commission led by retired High Court judge Justice Shameem Akther.
INDIA
Telangana's 42% BC Reservation Bill ignites political turmoil
The Congress aims to increase the reservation for Backward Classes (BC) to 42% in local body elections, including panchayats and municipalities.
INDIA
Jagan Reddy’s Rs 500 crore south 'Sheesh Mahal' under TDP lens: Rs 22 crore imported plants, Rs 25 lakh bathtub
Records show that Rs 95 crores went to land levelling, Rs 22 crores for imported plants, Rs 21 crores for beautification, and Rs 33 crores for luxury interiors
INDIA
Telangana MLC polls: A wake-up call for Congress as BJP gains ground
The MLC elections may not directly reflect the larger voter base but show public sentiment, especially among educated and urban voters.
INDIA
Karnataka Budget 2025: Siddaramaiah govt unveils Rs 4 lakh crore budget – Key points
The budget focused on welfare schemes, infrastructure and industrial growth with an aim to drive economic growth while ensuring social security.
INDIA
Tirumala laddu scam: Blacklisted dairy firm caught using proxy suppliers
Bhole Baba Organic Dairy Pvt Ltd, banned in 2022 for poor manufacturing practices, used Vaishnavi Dairy and AR Dairy to get contracts and deliver low-quality ghee.
BUSINESS
Explained: UB's suspension of beer supply in Telangana and consequences
The Telangana government has refused to raise beer prices despite demands from beer manufacturers. In December 2024, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy rejected the request for a price increase of at least Rs 10 per bottle.
INDIA
Tirupati stampede: How it could have been prevented
The main problem was the token distribution system, which became chaotic due to a lack of planning and proper crowd control.
INDIA
Inside Telangana's mega plan to build a 200-acre AI City in Hyderabad
The state government wants to make Hyderabad India’s AI capital. To achieve this, they plan to create a 200-acre AI City.
INDIA
Explained: What is Telangana Thalli and why new statue design has sparked political firestorm
Many people see the statue as more than a cultural symbol; it has become a site for debates about identity, political history and power in Telangana.
INDIA
All about Tirumala trust, powerful board managing one of the richest temples in world
The Lord Balaji temple is one of India's most respected and richest temples. It attracts nearly 100,000 visitors every day.
