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KCR, the prominent leader of Telangana, notably abstained from campaigning in the Jubilee Hills by-election, raising questions about his influence and the election's outcome, which will be decided on November 13.
Telangana Jagruthi president Kavitha is preparing to launch a new political party and has begun involving her son Aditya in public political activities, signaling a strategic move to establish a political legacy and strengthen her independent position in Telangana politics amid strained relations with her father KCR and BRS.
A fire at Sigachi Industries' chemical factory in Telangana, India, has resulted in at least 39 deaths and injured 34, with the cause still unknown. The incident led to the factory's closure for 90 days, and a government investigation has been launched. The explosion caused significant damage, and the factory's shares dropped sharply. A separate fire in Tamil Nadu also caused fatalities.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defended the police's arrest of Telugu actor Allu Arjun, blaming him for inciting a stampede at Sandhya Theatre that resulted in a woman's death. Reddy criticized Arjun for not arranging a private screening and emphasized that the actor's actions were not comparable to those of a soldier, despite his commercial success. Reddy also noted that his familial ties to Arjun's wife did not influence the decision to arrest the actor.
The decision on ticket prices for the film Pushpa 2 is pending as Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister, is set to finalize them after his Kakinada tour. The producers have requested a price hike, which is under review by the Andhra Pradesh government, with Telangana waiting to follow suit. The urgency to open advance bookings is high to avoid potential issues like server crashes and to allow theater owners to prepare for the film's release.
The BJP has made significant gains in Telangana, doubling its Lok Sabha seats to eight and increasing its vote share to 35.08%. This performance challenges the Congress, which also won eight seats but lost key constituencies, including those of Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. The BRS suffered its worst-ever performance, failing to win any seats. The BJP's success in Telangana, seen as its second gateway to South India after Karnataka, positions it as a formidable opposition to the ruling Congress.
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) senior leader and MLA Kadiyam Srihari, along with his daughter Kadiyam Kavya, have joined the Congress party in Telangana, following an invitation from Congress leaders. Srihari, a former Deputy Chief Minister, made the decision after a meeting with his followers. The move comes after Kavya withdrew from contesting the Warangal Lok Sabha seat and criticized BRS leadership. This development follows the joining of Hyderabad Mayor Vijayalaxmi Gadwal and MP K. Keshava Rao into the Congress party.
Kalvakuntla Kavitha, a prominent political figure in Telangana, was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate, sparking speculation about the political motives behind it just a day before the election notification. Social media is abuzz with various theories, with some suggesting it as a move to create sympathy for the BJP's ally, BRS, while others see it as an attempt to tarnish BRS's image. The arrest has ignited a debate and raised questions about the underlying political agenda.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's surprising display of camaraderie with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, including referring to Modi as his "elder brother" and praising the "Gujarat model of development," has raised eyebrows among political analysts. Despite being a Congress leader, Reddy's efforts to maintain good relations with the Centre and seek support for state development have drawn criticism from within his party, particularly given Modi's contentious relationship with the Congress. Reddy's actions, including endorsing Modi's visit to a temple in Telangana and signing an agreement with the Adani group, have sparked controversy and highlighted the complexities of political alliances and agendas.
The Telugu film "Hanu Man" continues to break records on its 15th day of release, becoming the highest-grossing film among Telugu movies in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. With a reported gross of Rs 250 crore worldwide, the movie has become the top choice for moviegoers, dominating theaters in the region.
Telangana's Anti-Corruption Bureau has conducted raids on S. Balakrishna, a government official with alleged assets worth about Rs 100 crore, including cash, gold, documents, wrist watches, and electronic devices. Balakrishna, who previously worked in the Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority, is currently the Secretary of Telangana State Real Estate Regulatory Authority. The raids, involving 14 teams, have uncovered significant assets, with more expected to be found as the investigation continues.
"Salaar," starring Prabhas, is expected to break the record set by "RRR" for the highest opening day collection in Telangana. With increased ticket prices and a large number of screenings, the film has a strong chance of surpassing the previous record of over Rs 20 crore. If successful, "Salaar" will set a new benchmark for other films to aspire to.
A comparison is being drawn between the new Chief Minister of Telangana, Revanth Reddy, and his Andhra Pradesh counterpart, Jagan Mohan Reddy, in terms of their governance styles. While both leaders have demonstrated their capabilities and effectiveness in administration, there is a significant difference in their attitudes towards opposition parties. Jagan has taken a vengeful stance against the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and its affiliated media outlets, while Revanth has chosen a more conciliatory approach towards his political opponents, including K Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR). This distinction highlights the difference between Revanth and Jagan.
Revanth Reddy, a relatively inexperienced politician, is impressing many with his mature and balanced approach to politics. He has shown respect towards his opponents, fulfilled promises, and displayed concern for others. Analysts suggest that his style resembles that of YS Rajasekhara Reddy, a former Chief Minister, in dealing with situations and opponents.
The "Praja Darbar" initiated by the Congress government in Telangana has received over 5,400 petitions in just two days, with housing and revenue issues being the most common grievances. The program, which allows elected representatives to engage with the public and address their concerns, may become a regular event with the Chief Minister attending twice a week. While no timeline has been set for resolving the grievances, all departments have been instructed to expedite the process.