Sena Exits Govt; NCP, Congress Meetings On Maharashtra

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The Shiv Sena’s Arvind Sawant announced his resignation as a minister in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government this morning, setting up the party’s anticipated severing of ties with the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) after a dispute over government establishment in Maharashtra. The Sena’s determination to pull out its only minister in the central government meets a key requirement of Sharad Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) to consider an alliance to establish the government in Maharashtra. After weeks of turmoil, the state appeared to tilt towards a Shiv Sena-led government with the NCP calling a meeting of its MLAs and Congress’s top leadership meeting in Delhi.

“Shiv Sena‘s side is the truth. Why stay in the government in Delhi in such a false environment? That is why I am resigning as Union Minister,” tweeted Arvind Sawant, who was Minister for Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises.

The Shiv Sena was on Sunday invited by Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari to indicate “willingness and ability” to form government in the state after the BJP said it would not stake claim to power. It needs the support of the NCP and the Congress to do so.

Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray is expected to reach out to Sharad Pawar today. Uddhav Thackeray is tipped to be Chief Minister, with an NCP deputy, in a formula that has been in circulation over the weekend.

The NCP had asked the Sena to quit the NDA for any such possibility to come in play. The party has reportedly called a meeting of its MLAs today after the rapid developments since Sunday.

“If the Sena wants the support of the Congress and NCP they must first announce that they are ending ties with the BJP and they are out of the NDA. Their ministers need to quit the council of ministers,” NCP’s Nawab Malik said on Monday, adding that there was no proposal from the Sena so far.

In an editorial in Saamana, the party mouthpiece, the Sena had said last week: “With 54 MLAs of NCP, 44 Cong MLAs and few independents, we can reach majority. The Sena can present its own Chief Minister and for that, three parties with independent ideology should form policies which are acceptable to all”.

But in a meeting with Sharad Pawar, Congress chief Sonia Gandhi ruled out supporting the Shiv Sena. The Congress Working Committee, the party’s top decision-making body, is meeting this morning to discuss whether the party will back a Sena-NCP government and if so if it should provide outside support.

Caretaker Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis resigned on Friday. On Saturday, as the term of the Maharashtra legislative assembly ended without any resolution, Governor Koshyari invited the BJP to form the government.

The BJP and the Sena, long-term allies for more than 25 years, won a majority together in last month’s Maharashtra elections. The BJP won 105 seats and the Sena 56, which placed them comfortably ahead of the majority mark of 145 in the 288-member assembly.

However, the Sena refused to form the government with the BJP without an agreement, in writing, that it would have the chief minister’s post for half the term and an equal share in ministries, in what is called a “50:50” deal discussed with BJP chief Amit Shah. As Devendra Fadnavis denied any such deal, Sena’s attacks on the BJP became more and more vitriolic. After the Governor’s invite, the Sena moved its legislators to a resort in Madh Island, two hours away from Mumbai. “We believe that the BJP will try all means to induce our MLAs,” said Sanjay Raut.

“Why 15 Days, Take A Month,” Sena To BJP

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“Why 15 Days, Take A Month,” Sena To BJP

With allies BJP and Shiv Sena looking no closer to forming a government together in Maharashtra a day before the assembly’s term ends, a Sena leader has thrown a fresh dare at the ruling party. The BJP should form government as the single largest party, said Sena MP Sanjay Raut, and take “not 15 days but one month” to prove its majority.

The deadline for government formation is midnight on Friday and 15 days after the Maharashtra election results on October 24, the BJP-Sena feud remains unresolved. The Shiv Sena has refused to back down on its demand for a “50:50” partnership with the BJP, including rotational chief ministership, and has moved its MLAs to a hotel in Mumbai in an apparent attempt to prevent defections to the BJP.

Sanjay Raut said it was up to the BJP to stake claim to power and prove its majority.

“The single largest party should get the opportunity to form the government first. That is the BJP. They should get not just 15 days, but one month to prove their majority in the assembly,” Sanjay Raut told the media.

On whether the Sena had an alternative, should it decide to break up with the BJP, Mr Raut said: “If the Governor calls the single largest party to form government and their Chief Minister takes oath, then they have to show their majority on the floor of the house. If they fail, then others can form government. The Sena can too. But it is only fair that the largest party get the chance first.”

Mr Raut again articulated his party’s dismay with the BJP, particularly Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, and its refusal to acknowledge what it claims was a verbal agreement on a “50:50 deal”.

“We were hoping for talks on October 24 evening, after the results. Where was the question of a new proposal when we already had an agreement before the national election for 50:50 power-sharing? Suddenly, the BJP rejected the formula and said there was no such discussion. If a BJP leader, that too someone in the chief minister’s post, uses such language, then how can we accept it,” Mr Raut said.

The BJP yesterday met with Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari and said it had discussed the legal implications of the delay in government formation.

But the BJP has also not budged from its stand that Devendra Fadnavis will be Chief Minister for a full term, with no time-share with the Shiv Sena.

Having won 105 seats in the 288-member assembly, the BJP says it has earned chief ministership. The Sena has 56 seats but insists that the BJP – with its reduced tally in the state since 2014 –needs its support more than ever to take power in Maharashtra.

Sena Refuses the claims Of Moving MLAs To 5-Star Hotel

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Sena Refuses the claims Of Moving MLAs To 5-Star Hotel

With just a day to the deadline for government formation in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena has reportedly booked rooms at a five-star hotel in Mumbai amid reports that a faction could break away to support its ally BJP. Talk of defections from the Sena gained more ground ahead of the BJP’s meeting with Governor Bhagar Singh Koshyari later today.
“Our MLAs are committed to the party and do not need sequestering to keep them from defecting. No party will break in Maharashtra,” Shiv Sena MP Sanjay Raut said today, rubbishing the reports.

“No one can dare to come near Shiv Sena MLAs. Our MLAs are firm in their resolve and committed to the party. Those who are spreading such rumors should worry about their MLAs first,” Sanjay Raut told reporters.

Despite the denial on record, sources have told the media that the Sena has made arrangements to shift MLAs to a five-star hotel in Bandra Kurla Complex, just a few minutes away from Matoshree, party chief Uddhav Thackeray’s home. The MLAs will be moved to the hotel depending on Mr Thackeray’s decision after a meeting he has called at Matoshree.

“Uddhav Ji will discuss the Shiv Sena’s policies with his MLAs and give them guidance,” Mr Raut said.

“The Sena MLAs passed a resolution authorizing Uddhav Ji to take a final decision regarding government formation,” party legislator Shambhuraje Desai told reporters after the meeting.

Maharashtra will go into President’s rule if no government is in place by tomorrow, before the state assembly’s term ends.

Yesterday, a BJP leader close to Mr Fadnavis, Sudhir Mungantiwar, had talked about “good news” and said that the Mahayuti (BJP-Sena alliance) would come to power, no matter what.

This was followed by reports that a section of the Sena’s 56 MLAs was in talks to break away and back the BJP, which has 105 MLAs. Together, the two parties (161) won a clear majority in the 288-member Maharashtra assembly but the alliance hit a rough patch over the Sena’s demand for a 50:50 partnership that includes rotational chief ministership. The BJP’s Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, eyeing a second full term in power, has rejected it.

“We will get good news from Mungantiwar himself that Maharashtra will get Shiv Sena Chief Minister,” Mr Raut said, repeating that his party would form the Maharashtra government with its own Chief Minister.

Mr Raut claims the support of over 170 MLAs but has not specified how. The Sena’s perceived attempts to get the support of the rival Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)-Congress alliance didn’t produce results with Congress president Sonia Gandhi’s refusal to consider any truck with the long-term BJP ally.

With time running out before the Maharashtra assembly’s term ends on Saturday, the Sena MP said: “There is no deadlock from Shiv Sena. We don’t carry any locks or keys. We only have one key and that is the truth.”

Amid tense negotiations, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said the BJP would win the Sena’s support and form government. “Devendra Fadnavis is the choice and he should lead the government. The BJP won 105 seats so the Chief Minister should be from the BJP,” Mr Gadkari said.

Party cadre welcomes Chandrababu to Chandragiri constituency with a huge rally

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TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu reached party district cadre meeting venue located at Ithepalli if Chandragiri constituency near Tirupati.

Tirupati: TDP Chief N Chandrababu Naidu reached party district cadre meeting venue located at Ithepalli if Chandragiri constituency near Tirupati. It took almost two hours for him to reach the meeting venue from the airport as he came in a huge rally. Senior leaders from all constituencies and a large number of party workers have attended the meeting. The meeting was already one hour behind the schedule. After the meeting, Naidu will take up the review of three constituencies today.

No Truce With BJP Yet, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut Meets Sharad Pawar Again

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No Truce With BJP Yet, Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut Meets Sharad Pawar Again

Two days to the deadline for government formation in Maharashtra, a second meeting took place between Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut and Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) chief Sharad Pawar on Wednesday. Before the meeting, the Sena leader doubled down on the party’s demand for the Chief Minister’s post and said no new option would be discussed with ally BJP.

Mr. Raut’s meeting with Sharad Pawar signaled a ramp-up in political activity as Maharashtra stares at the possibility of President’s Rule despite a clear majority for the BJP-Shiv Sena alliance.

The NCP, while insisting that it has won a mandate to sit in opposition, has been key to Sena’s attempts to display numbers in its support.

“Pawar Sahab is a big leader of the nation, of Maharashtra, of everyone. He is also concerned that a government is not forming in the state. There’s instability in the state…He showed that concern in the discussions. We have discussed a little. We’ll think about further conversations later,” Mr. Raut said.

But Sena’s flirtation with the NCP-Congress alliance has hit a wall with Congress chief Sonia Gandhi reportedly ruling out supporting the Sena in a meeting with Mr. Pawar in Delhi on Monday.

Under the circumstances, a meeting between Sonia Gandhi’s top aide Ahmed Patel and Union Minister Nitin Gadkari of the BJP drew much attention, though the Congress leader said nothing political was discussed.

Nitin Gadkari, a senior BJP leader in Maharashtra, has emerged as a possible problem-solver in the standoff.

Over the weekend, Sena leader Kishore Tiwari wrote to Mohan Bhagwat, the chief of the BJP’s ideological mentor Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), suggesting that Nitin Gadkari be asked to resolve the crisis.

Earlier today, the Shiv Sena made it clear it was not backing down on the “50:50 formula” which it says was discussed with the BJP for rotational chief ministership and equal distribution of ministries. The BJP has rejected any talk of Devendra Fadnavis, it’s Chief Minister, sharing the post with the Sena.

Yesterday, the party said its door was “open 24 hours” to discuss anything with the Shiv Sena but chief ministership; Devendra Fadnavis would remain Chief Minister and that was non-negotiable, said a BJP leader.

“Our alliance was formed on the basis of an agreement over the chief minister’s post. It was a one-line agreement that was decided before we fought elections together…why waste time talking of a new proposal,” Sanjay Raut questioned, speaking to reporters.

“Talks will only be on the proposal that was already discussed. If there is the President’s Rule in Maharashtra, it will be unfair to the people. We will not be responsible for President’s rule,” Mr. Raut said.

The editorial referred to Mr. Fadnavis’s trip to Delhi to meet with BJP president Amit Shah and Mr. Gadkari.

Pawan slams govt for renaming schemes after YSR

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 launched a scathing attack on the government for christening and rechristening the government schemes after former Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy.
Visakhapatnam: Jana Sena Party president Pawan Kalyan launched a scathing attack on the government for christening and rechristening the government schemes after former Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy. At a review meeting held with the constituency leaders, the JSP chief pointed out that the schemes were not initiated from the YSRC leaders’ personal funds to name them as they wish.

Referring to the renaming of Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Pratibha Puraskar Awards as YSR Vidya Puraskars, he said that one would not be surprised if the YSRCP repaints the national flag also into blue, white and green next. Addressing a huge gathering at the Green City gated community here on Tuesday, Pawan expressed ire over the cases being registered against JSP leaders and workers and demanded that they should be withdrawn otherwise he would teach the YSRCP a ‘befitting lesson’.

Referring to the attack on Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy at Visakhapatnam airport, which is now infamous as ‘Kodi Kathi’ case, Pawan demanded an interrogation into it. “Similarly, we demand a probe into the murder of former MP Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy. Why is the government silent about these two cases now?” Pawan asked. The JSP chief said that he was unaffected by the success or failure in politics. “Our party’s ideology is only to stand by the people and fight for their concerns. I don’t wish to resort to the mudslinging as it does not serve anybody’s purpose. Our appeal is to sort out the burning issues such as sand shortage and provide good governance,” he reiterated.

“There is a need to be strong and stand up as our unity is our strength. Likewise, our disunity turns into YSRCP’s strength as well. It is time to decide whether to stay united and fight together or exhibit our weakness being disunited,” Pawan appealed to people. The JSP chief mentioned that his fight for Special Category Status has distanced him from the BJP. “But despite my failure, close to 1.5 lakh people took part in the long march. It is apparent that I am there in people’s heart,” he said, adding that Gajuwaka stays close to his heart and there was no question of leaving the constituency.

2 Meetings to be held As Sena Steps Up Pressure On BJP in Maharastra

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Two meetings in Delhi today may have a bearing on Maharashtra, where government formation has been stalled for 11 days because of a power tussle between the BJP and its ally Shiv Sena, who won a clear majority together.

At a time Delhi is shrouded by toxic, record smog that has forced schools to shut down and people to stay indoors, two top Maharashtra leaders are heading to the city for talks – Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis of the BJP and opposition stalwart Sharad Pawar, whose Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) finished third in last month’s state election.

Devendra Fadnavis meet with his party chief, Home Minister Amit Shah. Sharad Pawar is likely to hold discussions with Congress president Sonia Gandhi.

In Maharashtra, a third meeting today could be of huge significance; the Shiv Sena’s Sanjay Raut, a Rajya Sabha MP, is expected to meet Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari and urge him to invite the single largest party to form government.

The Shiv Sena leader today tweeted a photo of him with party chief Uddhav Thackeray along with a message, saying”journey is enjoyable before reaching the goal”.

The demand, signaling that the Sena has amped up the staring contest between the allies, appears to be aimed at pushing the BJP to a corner.

“There are no backdoor discussions. There is a deadlock and we are not responsible for it. BJP being the single largest party should claim to form government first… but if they fail, we can stake claim,” Sanjay Raut told reporters on Sunday.

The BJP with 105 seats and the Sena with 56 seats have a clear majority in the 288-member Maharashtra assembly. But the BJP’s hopes for a seamless transition into a second straight term with Devendra Fadnavis in charge are on hold with the Sena demanding equal power-share under what it calls was a “50:50 formula” discussed with Amit Shah earlier this year, before the national election in May. According to the Sena, the plan was for chief ministers from each party sharing the five-year term equally.

The BJP has firmly rejected the idea and insists Mr Fadnavis will be chief minister for a full term.

“Will Soon Drop Wait And Watch Mode”: Sena

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“Will Soon Drop Wait And Watch Mode”: Sena

Amid a power tussle with the BJP over government formation in Maharashtra, the Shiv Sena today sharpened attack on its ally saying that the “President’s rule threat” by BJP minister Sudhir Mungantiwar is an “insult” to the state and people’s mandate as it warned that it will soon drop its “wait and watch mode”.

On Friday, Finance Minister Sudhir Mungantiwar had stated that Maharashtra “may direct for President’s control if the new government in the state is not in place by November 7”. He said the main hurdle in government formation in the state was Sena’s demand for Chief Minister’s post for 2.5 years.

Reacting to the comments, Sena leader Sanjay Raut today warned its ally that the party will soon drop its “wait and watch mode”. “In India, President protects the constitution,” he said. “Has this threat been given after the party exhausted all its means to claim power? Sena will soon drop its wait and watch mode in Maharashtra,” Mr. Raut told reporters.

Upset with the BJP for not accepting its demand for rotational chief ministership and a “50:50” deal for power-sharing, the party also launched a scathing attack in an editorial in the party’s mouthpiece “Saamana”. “Mungantiwar’s statements are a proof of the toxicity brewing with the party (BJP) and in his mind,” the article titled “Is President In Your Pocket? Insult To Maharashtra”, which has been published in the party’s mouthpiece today, reads.

“Is the President under your (BJP’s) control or President’s stamp is at BJP’s office which will be used if the party is not able to form government in the state and President’s rule can be imposed in Maharashtra?” the article further reads

The BJP has occupied 105 of the Maharastra’s 288 seats whereas Sena ended up getting 56 in the state election last week. Together, they are comfortably past the 145-majority mark. However, Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray brought up the “50:50 arrangement” last week after results were announced, which he said, was discussed before the national election earlier this year. Sharad Pawar’s NCP placed third in the Maharashtra election with 54 seats, just two behind the Shiv Sena. The Congress won 44.

The tenure of the existing Legislative Assembly in Maharashtra ends on November 8.

In its editorial, Sena said the BJP leader’s comments are an “insult to the state”. “The threat by Sudhir Mungantiwar is unconstitutional… It is an insult to Maharashtra and people’s mandate,” the party said in its editorial. Taking a potshot at its ally, the party said that “Maharashtra politics has become an interesting procession” as it called Mr. Mungatiwar “a firefly that doesn’t light up”.

“The question is why is the government not being formed in Maharashtra… Who will answer? Should people of Maharashtra be held responsible for the announcement of a BJP leader becoming chief minister again and no claims to form a government? The warning to impose President’s rule is like Mughals threatening…,” the Sena further added in its editorial.

Maharashtra does not care about these threats, the party stressed in its mouthpiece, concluding the article saying: “The President is the supreme institution of the Constitution… not an individual but representative of the entire country. The country is not in anyone’s pocket”.

Hyderabad: Telangana cabinet to meet today at 3 pm

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The Telangana cabinet is scheduled to meet today at 3 pm at Pragati Bhavan to discuss the alternate arrangements being made with the ongoing TSRTC strike.

The Telangana cabinet is scheduled to meet today at 3 pm at Pragati Bhavan to discuss the alternate arrangements being made with the ongoing TSRTC strike. With the strike reaching 28 days, the cabinet is expected to make crucial decisions today along with the proposed municipal elections in the state. It is learned that the cabinet may give a nod to hire private services and issuing permits to the private bus operators across 4,000 routes across the state.

The chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao on Friday met transport minister P Ajay Kumar and other officials and reviewed the TSRTC strike again. Rao also asked the transport officials to provide complete information to the state cabinet before the meeting. The cabinet is also expected to take a call on municipal elections in the state which are likely to be held in mid of November.

IT Minister KTR lays foundation stone for MSME park in Choutuppal

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IT Minister KTR lays foundation stone for MSME park in Choutuppal

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Minister For IT KT Rama Rao lays foundation stone for micro, small and medium enterprises industrial park at Dandumalkapuram of chouttappal Mandal in Yadadri-Bhongir district on Friday

Minister For IT KT Rama Rao lays foundation stone for micro , small and medium enterprises industrial park at Dandumalkapuram of chouttappal mandal in Yadadri-Bhongir district on Friday Speaking on this occasion MSME park will provide jobs to scores of local youth in industries to be established in the park.

KCR to hold Cabinet meeting on Nov 2, may take key decision over TSRTC strike

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KCR to hold Cabinet meeting on Nov 2, may take key decision over TSRTC strike

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Telangana Cabinet meeting will be held in Pragathi Bhavan on Saturday (November 2) at 3 PM. The meeting will be headed by Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao.

Hyderabad: Telangana Cabinet meeting will be held in Pragathi Bhavan on Saturday (November 2) at 3 PM.

The meeting will be headed by Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao. It’s said that the Ministers will be reviewing TSRTC strike as the main agenda and may take a key decision. With the ongoing strike of the RTC employees, the political heat has intensified in the state. Even the state high court has also strongly reacted to the issue. So far, the strike is going on for 27 days, where people and staff are facing severe difficulties. In this context, tomorrow’s Cabinet meeting has gained focus by expecting a solution to the issue.

TDP leaders don’t have the right to criticize YSRCP government regarding sand supply: MP Margani Bharat Ram

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TDP leaders don’t have the right to criticize YSRCP government regarding sand supply: MP Margani Bharat Ram

TDP leaders don’t have the right to criticize YSRCP government regarding sand supply: MP Margani Bharat Ram

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MP Margani Bharat Ram has said that TDP leaders not having the right to criticize the YSRCP government about sand supply.

MP Margani Bharat Ram has said that TDP leaders not having the right to criticize the YSRCP government about sand supply. Speaking to reporters here on Thursday he said during TDP many TDP leaders looted sand. Now CM YS Jaganmohan Reddy trying to combat sand problem and introduced a transparent policy to supply sand to common man. The government will deal with sand mafia withburon hand. The government cannot be a mere spectator if officials fail to deliver sand properly he averred.

PM Modi pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhai Patel on his 144th birth anniversary

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PM Modi pays tribute to Sardar Vallabhai Patel on his 144th birth anniversary

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The 182-meter-tall statue was inaugurated by Modi on the same date last year.

Kevadiya: Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid floral tributes to Sardar Patel at the Statue Of Unity here on the occasion of Rashtriya Ekta Diwas on Thursday. When the Prime Minister was offering floral tributes to Patel, flower petals were also showered on the world’s tallest statue by an Indian Air Force helicopter.

Later, the Prime Minister led the people present at the grand event in taking a pledge and also participated in the “Ekta Diwas Parade”.
President Ram Nath Kovind and Union Home Minister Amit Shah also paid tribute to Sardar Patel in Delhi. In the capital, Shah flagged off the “Run for Unity” marathon with boxing champion Mary Kom handing over the flag. Thousands of people are expected to part in similar marathons in various parts of the country. On Sardar Patel’s birth anniversary two Union Territories – Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh – have come into existence. Jammu and Kashmir has officially been split into two Union Territories nearly three months after the central government scrapped its decades-old special status under Article 370. India’s first Home Minister, Sardar Patel is credited for the merger of over 560 princely states into the Union of India.

PM Modi also visited a technology demonstration site and interacted with civil service probationers at Kevadiya. The 182-meter-tall statue was inaugurated by Modi on the same date last year. Located on Sadhu-Bet Island, Gujarat, the statue occupies over 20,000 square meters and is surrounded by a 12 square km artificial lake.

Ayacut farmers meet MLA Rohit Reddy on surplus water

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Ayacut farmers meet MLA Rohit Reddy on surplus water

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Ayacut farmers have urged Tandur MLA Rohit Reddy to take steps to divert the surplus water of Kagna River to Juntupalli project in Yalal Mandal. The farmers of Juntupalli village met with the MLA at his residence in Hyderabad on Tuesday.

Tandur: Ayacut farmers have urged Tandur MLA Rohit Reddy to take steps to divert the surplus water of Kagna River to Juntupalli project in Yalal Mandal. The farmers of Juntupalli village met with the MLA at his residence in Hyderabad on Tuesday. They explained to the MLA that the diversion would be useful for them and can cultivate more crops if the project is filled with the Kagna water. Responding positively, the MLA consulted the officials about the possibilities and directed to divert the surplus water.

Amit Shah Said No 50:50 Deal Discussed: Fadnavis Refutes Sena

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Amit Shah Said No 50:50 Deal Discussed: Fadnavis Refutes Sena

The BJP’s Devendra Fadnavis said today that no rotational formula was agreed upon with the Shiv Sena, as it has insisted while demanding an equal share of power in Maharashtra. “There is no doubt in my mind that I will be Chief Minister for five years,” he said to questions about the Sena’s hard bargaining stalling government formation in the state.

He said there was no formula to split the Chief Minister’s post between the two parties for terms of two-and-a-half years each, as claimed by Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray – and he had it from his top leadership. “Amit Shah (BJP president) told me no formula had been discussed for chief ministership,” Mr Fadnavis said. He also said the Shiv Sena had made no demands.

Sanjay Raut, who has been the Sena’s most vocal arbiter in the feud, delivered an instant retort. “If Devendra Fadnavis has the support of145 MLAs (majority mark in assembly), he can form the government,” he said.

Mr Fadnavis, the only Chief Minister to complete a full five-year term in Maharashtra in over 50 years, also asserted that neither BJP nor the Shiv Sena was exploring other options.

“We don’t need a plan B,” he said.

In last week’s Maharashtra election, the BJP won 105 seats and the Shiv Sena scored 56. Together, the two have 161 seats, way past the half-way mark of 144, but with the BJP’s dependence for numbers higher this time, the Sena has set its terms.

Soon after the election results, Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray said: “Before the Lok Sabha elections, Amitbhai (Amit Shah) had come to my house, and we had say together and decided on a formula. Now the time has come to implement that formula.”

The BJP is emphatic about Devendra Fadnavis staying Chief Minister for the entire term and says there was no such deal before the assembly election. It is widely believed the Sena wants Uddhav Thackeray’s son Aaditya Thackeray to do a stint as chief minister.

The feud between the long-term allies has been marked by daily reminders from the Sena, publicly and unsubtly, in the form of digs, attacks and pungent editorials in the Sena mouthpiece Saamna.

“The Saamna derails talks,” he said, also confirming that the publication’s editor Sanjay Raut had upset many BJP leaders.

“We don’t give Sanjay Raut importance but people wonder why they fight elections together and then say such things,” said the Chief Minister.

Yesterday, Mr Raut had gone as far as to warn the BJP, “Don’t compel us to commit the sin of tying up with the NCP (Sharad Pawar’s Nationalist Congress Party) and Congress”. This was based on reports that the NCP and the Congress were ready to back the Sena to keep the BJP out of power.

Mr Fadnavis, in response, remarked: “Sharad Pawar hasn’t said he will support Shiv Sena. Everybody has made their position clear.”

I am Accountable for this massive defeat: Uttam Kumar on Huzurnagar result

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I am Accountable for this massive defeat: Uttam Kumar on Huzurnagar result

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After a massive loss in the Huzurnagar by-elections held on October 21, the Congress Core Committee met in Gandhi Bhavan.

After a massive loss in the Huzurnagar by-elections held on October 21, the Congress Core Committee met in Gandhi Bhavan. PCC chief Uttamkumar reddy, VH, Shabbir Ali participated in the meeting. They discussed Huzurnagar’s by-election result and upcoming municipal elections.

PCC chief Uttam Kumar Reddy said it was his responsibility of Huzurnagar’s defeat on this occasion. Senior leader VH questioned the party’s position and discipline. The VH said that there should be strict rules and punishment on those who violate the discipline.

Chief Minister KCR Holds review meeting with Advocate General in view of High Court hearing on RTC Strike

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Chief Minister KCR Holds review meeting with Advocate General in view of High Court hearing on RTC Strike

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After the Court has ordered the govt to come up with full details about the RTC, the chief minister of Telangana K Chandrasekhar Rao will be holding a high-level meeting with Advocate general and minister Puvvada Ajay.

After the Court has ordered the govt to come up with full details about the RTC, the chief minister of Telangana K Chandrasekhar Rao will be holding a high-level meeting with Advocate general and minister Puvvada Ajay.

In the meeting, the chief minister to direct the advocate general on the issued to be reported to high Court in the afternoon. On the other hand, govt is reportedly decided to give the nod to the private buses in 4000 routes in the state while with the latest developments, RTC employees also have intensified their strike by holding the various program in the name of protest. The RTC staff will hold bike rallies in solidarity to the suicide of lady bus conductor n Khammam district. The TSRTC held a meeting with APSRTC unions and would combine come before media after the meeting. Sakala Janula Samaraberi program is also scheduled to be held on Wednesday.

Hyderabad: Security increased in DGP’s office ahead of CPI leaders protest

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Hyderabad: Security increased in DGP’s office ahead of CPI leaders protest

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City police deployed a large number of police personnel at the premises of the DGP office in Lakdikapul in view of the call given by CPI leaders to protest in front of the DGP office today.

City police deployed a large number of police personnel at the premises of the DGP office in Lakdikapul in view of the call given by CPI leaders to protest in front of the DGP office today. The protest call was given against the arrest of CPI leader Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao who is continuing his indefinite fasting in support of RTC employees stir.

IAS officer Amrapali appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Union Cabinet Secretariat

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IAS officer Amrapali appointed as Deputy Secretary in the Union Cabinet Secretariat

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The young IAS officer Amrapali has been transferred to Central Services on deputation. Amrapali currently serves as an official in Telangana Election Commission.

The young IAS officer Amrapali has been transferred to Central Services on deputation. Amrapali currently serves as an official in Telangana Election Commission. Amrapali was appointed as Deputy Secretary to the Union Cabinet Secretariat.

The orders were issued on Monday by the Department of Personnel and Training. She will remain in the office for four years. She is a 2010 batch IAS officer of Telangana cadre and served as Vikarabad Sub Collector and Rangareddy Joint collector. After the reorganization of districts in Telangana, Amrapali worked as a collector of Warangal Urban district.

RTC Strike Continues: Employees to hold rallies across the state today

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RTC Strike Continues: Employees to hold rallies across the state today

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It’s been 25 days month since RTC workers went for a strike, yet the workers are not backing down.

It’s been 25 days month since RTC workers went for a strike, yet the workers are not backing down. Buses are running with temporary staff, and people are suffering from a lack of adequate space. In connection with the suicide of women conductor Neeraja in Kathmandu district, Sathupalli, Mourning meetings will be held before all depots. Bike rallies to be held in 33 districts.

The High Court will also hear cases of public interest litigation filed against RTC workers’ strike. The court heard the arguments of both parties regarding strike and payment of wages. During a hearing yesterday, several questions were raised by the judiciary and asked whether the commotion between workers and ownership would hurt commuters. Expressed the view that one should negotiate without blaming each other.

The RTC workers have insisted on the merger. The state government is not in a position to merge. The government has not enough money to meet the demands of the workers. Additional strike on behalf of RTC said that the strike caused a loss of 175 crores to the government during the festive season.” Advocate general reported to Hgh Court. The labour unions’ advocate claims that the gross income of the RTC was Rs 3 thousand 294 crores. The government does not exempt the company’s tax on diesel, making workers liable for RTC losses, which is inappropriate. The RTC has four thousand crores of arrears from the government; he told the court.

The judge who intervened at this stage and asked govt Is it true that the corporation has more than four thousand crores of dues as the RTC trade unions say and ordered to come up with numbers within 24 hours. In the wake of the latest developments, the RTC JAC will be meeting in Kasapat. Telangana RTC JAC will hold a media conference with APSRTC at the Employees Union office. At the same time, the state government has decided to give permits to private vehicles on three to four thousand routes.

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