In response to growing protests in Kolkata over attacks on Hindu minorities in Bangladesh, Bangladesh has called Shikder Mohammad Ashrafur Rahman, the Acting Deputy High Commissioner in Kolkata, back to Dhaka for urgent consultations. Rahman, who also serves as the Minister - Political Affairs, is expected to return to Kolkata by the middle of this month, after attending the foreign secretary-level talks scheduled between India and Bangladesh next week. Protests, primarily led by po

Congress MPs staged a protest in Parliament by wearing jackets that displayed the slogan "Modi-Adani Ek Hain" (Modi and Adani are one) on Thursday. This demonstration was part of the party's ongoing campaign to demand answers from the government about alleged financial irregularities and favoritism involving the Adani Group. The protestors entered Parliament premises wearing the jackets and chanting slogans accusing Prime Minister Narendra Modi of protecting billionaire business

Sustaining a career in politics is no easy feat, especially in the complex and competitive world of Telugu state politics. Former Janasena leader and ex-CBI Joint Director, JD Lakshmi Narayana, is one such example of a political figure whose journey highlights the importance of timing and strategic alignment. JD Lakshmi Narayana was initially an integral part of Janasena and received significant respect from party chief Pawan Kalyan, especially ahead of the 2019 elections. He was gi

In Islamabad, Pakistan, intense protests have erupted, demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, with violent clashes between protesters and police resulting in casualties. The protests are centered around Imran Khan's imprisonment and accusations of political persecution, as well as the alleged rigging of recent elections. As tensions escalated, the Pakistani government called in the military to restore order, issuing "shoot at sight" orders under Section 245 o

Students from Gudavalleru Engineering College staged a protest on August 29, claiming that hidden cameras were installed in the ladies’ hostel bathrooms and that videos recorded with these cameras were shared on social media. In response to the allegations, Superintendent of Police R Gangadhar Rao clarified on Monday that an investigation, including a Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) report, found no hidden cameras in the hostel. He also stated that police questioned various

In defiance of a curfew imposed in Manipur due to ongoing violence, members of various civil society organizations gathered for a rally in Imphal West on Tuesday to protest against the reimposition of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act (AFSPA) in parts of the northeastern state. The rally, which was organized by groups like the All Manipur United Clubs Organisation (AMUCO) and Poirei Leimarol Meira Paibi Apunba Manipur, began in the Kwakeithel area and covered about 3.5 kilometers before it

Hyderabad City Police Commissioner CV Anand has enforced Section 144 across Hyderabad, Secunderabad, and Cyberabad for a month to maintain law and order, restricting public gatherings such as protests, rallies, and meetings unless authorized by the police. This decision has sparked criticism from the public, prompting the commissioner to clarify its intent. In a recent statement on X, CV Anand emphasized that the enforcement is not a curfew but a measure to empower police stations t

In a recent public meeting, Andhra Pradesh's Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan expressed his admiration for Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, calling him a significant source of inspiration in his political journey. Pawan Kalyan commended Naidu for his relentless work towards the welfare and development of the state, even at an advanced age. During his address, Pawan remarked on Naidu’s exceptional administrative capabilities, stating, “Chandrababu garu’s admi

Rapaka Varaprasad emerged as a significant figure in the 2019 Andhra Pradesh elections, being the only candidate to win on behalf of the Janasena party, while party leader Pawan Kalyan lost in both his contested seats. However, following his victory, Rapaka made a controversial switch to the YCP under Jagan Mohan Reddy's regime. Unfortunately for Rapaka, his tenure with YCP has

Introduction and Background: In Kolkata, junior doctors are continuing their protest over the horrific rape-murder of a fellow doctor. Their protest has brought significant attention to their demands for greater transparency in the investigation and meetings with state officials. Recently, these doctors received a "fifth and final" invitation from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to discuss their concerns. This meeting is crucial given the recent develop

National Award-winning choreographer Jani Master is making headlines due to serious allegations of sexual harassment. A case has been filed against him in Hyderabad, leading to significant repercussions. In response to the allegations, the Janasena Party, where Jani Master was an active member, has decided to suspend him from all party activities. This decision reflects the party's commitment to addressing serious allegations and mitigating potential dama

The TDP coalition government, which was formed three months ago, is currently facing a significant challenge with the ongoing privatization of the Vizag Steel Plant (VSP). The central government's push for privatization has led to strong opposition from workers' unions, who have intensified their agitation against the move. Despite their relay hunger strikes and protests, the central government remains steadfast in its privatization agenda. In a recent devel

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addressed a dramatic standoff with junior doctors in an emotional speech, expressing her willingness to step down from her post to prioritize the well-being of the people. The tension peaked after doctors refused to attend a crucial meeting at the state secretariat due to a disagreement over the live transmission of the proceedings. Banerjee's offer to resign was driven by her frustration with the ongoing healthcare cr

Healthcare services across India have been severely impacted as doctors adhere to the Indian Medical Association's (IMA) call for a 24-hour strike, starting from 6 am on Saturday. This protest is in response to the gruesome rape-murder of a trainee doctor at a Kolkata hospital. During the strike, routine outpatient department (OPD) services and elective surgeries have been halted, but emergency services are continuing to operate. The Health Ministry has urged the striking doctor

Pawan Kalyan unsuccessfully contested from Gajuwaka and Bhimavaram constituencies in the 2019 election. Incidentally, Pawan has changed his track for the 2024 election as he opted out of the two mentioned constituencies and instead moved to Pithapuram. Incidentally, Nagababu has now revealed the reason behind the move to Pithapuram and here is an interesting tidbit on the same.  "Much before the elections, He had a calling from Sripada Sri Vallabha Swamy. And dec

Janasena supremo Pawan Kalyan has made a shocking allegation today as h4 claimed that a group of miscreants have ben designated with the job of physically harassing him and his security team. Pawan Kalyan has revealed that he and his security fleet are being physically harassed by a bunch of individuals in the disguise of common public.  "There is this anti social group that carries blades and they slice me and my security team while we are out on public meetings

In a significant political development, the TDP-JSP-BJP alliance in Andhra Pradesh has seen a significant addition as Lok Satta Party president JP Narayana has announced unwavering support to the alliance.  JP Narayana has announced that only the NDA alliance has a realistic shot of developing Andhra Pradesh which took a took a financial beating in the regime of YS Jagan Mohan Reddy.  Telugu Desam Party chief Chandrababu Naidu thanked JP Narayana for the supporti

Telugu Desam, Janasena, and BJP cadres feel energized after the Prajagalam event in Guntur last evening as Narendra Modi, Chandrababu Naidu, and Pawan Kalyan addressed massive crowds at the event. But what is the real impact of the alliance in the public? Here is a survey report on this.  In a new survey report "Mood of Andhra" reported by Big TV dated 15 February - 15 March. According to this survey, the mood of Andhra Pradesh is such that YSRCP will win 53

Jana Sena and TDP are contesting together in the coming election and the parties have started to announce the MLA candidates at their individual capacity. Incidentally, Pawan Kalyan announced two MLA seats on his own after TDP did so.  Now, Naga Babu has warned TDP of equal and opposite reactions for their activities. This comment is in the context of the prevailing situation between TDP and JSP. This comes right after Pawan Kalyan hurriedly announced two MLA seats in

It is known that the Telugu Desam Party is in alliance with the JanaSena party in Andhra Pradesh. Both the parties are actively preparing for the election together.  Coming to the point, there is a fresh news report that TDP has primarily locked the number of seats that will be allocated to JSP in Andhra Pradesh. They have decided to allocate 15 MLA seats and an additional 2 MP seats for the party in AP.  This essentially means that the JSP will be given 17 seats