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Harish asks people to choose who fought for Telangana, not those who stayed away

BRS leader Harish Rao says vengeance not motive, cites examples of neighbouring states; urges Telangana electorate to choose between those who fought for statehood & those who aimed guns at activists. Alleges Congress of cash-for-vote & note-for-seat.

The Hindu · Oct 25, 2023

Priyanka’s public meeting in Kollapur on Oct 31; second phase of bus yatra from Oct. 28: TPCC

Congress gears up for Telangana election campaign; Priyanka Gandhi to address public meeting in Kollapur on Oct 31. TPCC working president Mahesh Kumar Goud announces 'Palamuru Praja Bheri' meeting to intensify campaign, take 6 Congress promises to people.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Congress demands dismissal of Minister found violating model code of conduct

Congress urges Madhya Pradesh Governor to sack Revenue Minister Rajput for offering ₹25 lakh to booth in-charges for votes. EC registered FIR, but Congress demands inquiry into source of income & Govt dismissal. Oza questions if BJP leaders will support such a Minister & restricts comment on ticket distribution.

The Hindu · Oct 24, 2023

Venugopal makes sudden visit to Bengaluru, holds consultations with Kharge and DKS

K.C. Venugopal's surprise visit to Bengaluru sparked political speculations. He held talks with D.K. Shivakumar, M. Mallikarjun Kharge, and Sathish Jarkiholi. Reports of a group of MLAs visiting Mysuru were denied. Venugopal's visit coincided with I-T raids. Shivakumar said it was to review preparations for Lok Sabha polls. He also…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Caste-based census debate emerges as a delicate political subject ahead of LS polls in Kerala

Parties in Kerala in tricky position on national SECC; NSS & SNDP at opposite extremes; AICC calls for caste census in 3 States; CPI(M), Cong & BJP wary of disregarding NSS; SNDP's strong pitch for census & affirmative action; IUML leader for caste census; Oppn treading fine line; BJP calls…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

Congress cracks the whip against indiscipline in Telangana

TPCC DAC suspends two aspirants for protesting against denial of tickets. Panel took serious note of burning effigies, pulling down flexis, and abusive language used against leaders. AICC has final say in ticket allotment, CEC is apex body. Protests witnessed at Gandhi Bhavan, leaders locked up office gate and barged…

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

AICC denies report on UDF MPs’ functioning

All India Congress Committee (AICC) general secretary and MP K.C. Venugopal has denied media reports that Sunil Kanugolu, the Congress’ political strategist, has handed over a report regarding the functioning of the United Democratic Front’s (UDF) MPs to the Congress leadership.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Top Telangana Congress leaders perplexed at failing to get the nod in first list

Senior leaders from Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) were perplexed not to see their names in the first list of candidates for the State Assembly Elections.

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

Congress first list is a mix of seniors, defectors and newcomers | Analysis

The first list of 55 names of Congress candidates announced by the All India Congress Committee (AICC) is a mix of seniors including the sitting legislators and Lok Sabha members, over two dozen defectors from other parties and rank new comers who will contest Telangana Assembly Elections-2023. Preference was given…

The Hindu · Oct 15, 2023

No consensus on successor to TNCC chief K.S. Alagiri

TNCC's long-running saga to find a new president continues with no consensus among leaders. Three office-bearers told Sonia Gandhi of need for revamp before 2024 LS election. Complaints against Alagiri rejected, as senior leaders unable to decide on a common candidate.

The Hindu · Oct 14, 2023