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KCR elected BRSLP leader; KTR to take oath some other day

BRSLP unanimously elects KCR as leader; KTR unable to take oath due to father's medical condition; KTR requests Assembly secretary for another date to take oath along with 4-5 other MLAs.

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Congress’s resounding victory comes as a shot in the arm for INTUC in coal belt

INTUC launches campaign to win SCCL recognised union polls; Congress’ victory in coal belt a shot in the arm. Congress-affiliated INTUC embarks on intensive outreach campaign in coal belt to win SCCL recognised union polls on Dec 27. BRS-affiliated TBGKS held coveted status for two terms, defeated AITUC-backed SCWU in…

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Congress leader files PIL plea over Kaleshwaram project, seeks CBI probe

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Former Telangana CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao undergoes successful hip replacement surgery in Hyderabad, prayers pour in for his swift recovery

KCR underwent successful hip replacement surgery on Friday. A team of orthopaedic surgeons, anaesthesiologists and nurses conducted the procedure. Post-surgery, he was shifted to his room and is receiving routine post-operative care. PM Modi and Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan wished him quick recovery.

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Telangana poll result reflects negative sentiment towards BRS, not favour for Congress: BJP

BJP in Telangana reiterates anti-BRS vote, but Congress benefitted from better organisational capability and ticket distribution. BJP increased vote share to 14%, but couldn't leverage anti-incumbency. It is, however, enthused by increased vote share and support from different sections due to PM Modi's influence, says party leader P. Muralidhar Rao

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Stirred by BJP’s Hindi heartland wins, Biju Janata Dal starts fortifying its base in Odisha

BJD strategises for 6th consecutive win in Odisha Assembly polls; BJP hopes for ripple effect from central Indian State wins; CM Patnaik to tour districts, unveil projects; BJD must tackle factionalism, cadre expectations. #BJD strategising for 6th consecutive win in Odisha Assembly polls; BJP hopes for ripple effect; CM Patnaik…

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New wave, new wins

New MLAs in Telangana's 3rd Assembly bring clarity of vision for their constituencies, with plans for development. From doctors to techies, NRIs to Adivasis, these first-time legislators are determined to make a difference. Immediate plans include a ₹11,000cr highway, Pranahita project revival, and donation of MLA salary. Despite SC directions,…

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KCR’s decline and fall: Why the face of Telangana lost the assembly polls

“We have voted for him twice. Why should we vote a third time?” asked a woman voter from Gajwel, K Chandrashekhar Rao’s constituency.

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Young blood sweeps Telangana Assembly polls

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All set for Revanth Reddy to take oath as Telangana Chief Minister today

Anumula Revanth Reddy to be sworn in as Telangana's Chief Minister on Dec 7. Congress trounced BRS in keenly fought election, winning 64 seats. People invited to 'People's Government's Oath Taking ceremony'. Congress leaders, Chief Ministers of Congress-ruled States to attend. CLP leader to establish 'Indiramma Rajyam' to fulfil people's…

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Tough tasks await BRS leadership in the role of Opposition

BRS president K. Chandrasekhar Rao to decide on MLA to lead party in Assembly. The party must also counter attempts by Congress to poach its members.

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Congress announces Revanth Reddy as CM of Telangana

A. Revanth Reddy named CLP leader of Telangana, to take oath as Chief Minister of Telangana on December 7, 2023. Congress won Assembly Elections-2023, making Revanth 2nd CM of Telangana. Rahul & Priyanka Gandhi, TPCC chief led Congress' campaign.

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Defying all the impossibilities in politics, Revanth Reddy makes it as CM

Anumula Revanth Reddy, a first-gen politician, defied all odds to become Chief Minister of Telangana. His 17-yr political career saw him win elections as an Independent, join TDP, then Congress, and finally achieve his dream of becoming CM. He faced many challenges, including a jail stint, but never gave up…

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The Congress’s great resurgence in Telangana

If the Congress was made battle-ready by Revanth Reddy’s aggressive approach, strong anti-incumbency and voter fatigue with the BRS made the Congress’s success appear much easier

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Congress sweeps reserved SC/ST seats in Telangana

Congress wins 23/31 SC/ST seats in Telangana Assembly elections; BJP draws blank. Seasoned SC leaders win with convincing margins, while anti-incumbency and disparity in benefits to select few led to Congress victory.

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A Minister who emerged as the face of a city

Hyderabad residents surprised/shocked by Congress majority in Dec 3 election. Voters insulated from restive mood beyond ORR, believing development in city would dictate State's fate. BRS strove to establish itself in city, K.T. Rama Rao devoting energies to it. BRS won 15 seats in urban region in 2018, many same…

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BRS district president, Jangaon ZP Chairman Sampath Reddy dies of heart attack

Pagala Sampath Reddy, Jangaon Zilla Parishad chairman and BRS district president, died of heart attack in Hanamkonda. He complained of chest pain and was rushed to a private hospital, but succumbed shortly after. Leaders of BRS district paid tribute to his services, especially his active electioneering during the Assembly polls.

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Newly-elected BRS MLAs meet KTR in Hyderabad, KCR at Erravelli

BRS expresses gratitude to people for giving opportunity to govern Telangana for two consecutive terms. K.T. Rama Rao chairs meeting, congratulates newly-elected MLAs. He states BRS will effectively don role of Opposition. Party to hold extended meeting to discuss future course of action. K. Chandrasekhar Rao compliments newly-elected MLAs at…

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Congress deals a knockout blow to BRS in Khammam district

Congress dealt a knockout blow to BRS in Khammam, winning all five Assembly seats. Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka won Madhira for fourth consecutive term. Tummala Nageswara Rao trounced Minister for Transport Puvvada Ajay Kumar. Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy won Palair seat. Congress won three of five seats in Bhadradri Kothagudem district. CPI…

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We fought the BRS but Congress Party benefited: Kishan Reddy

BJP chief G. Kishan Reddy admits party didn't do well in Telangana Assembly polls; vows to make it ready for Parliament elections. He accuses Congress and BRS of distributing money and spreading false narratives. He urges BJP cadre to work with same enthusiasm for Lok Sabha polls and aims to…

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Telangana 2023: Meet Revanth Reddy, the Congressman who dethroned KCR

“My only agenda in life is to dethrone KCR and make his family irrelevant in politics,” Revanth Reddy had vowed eight years ago.

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BRS will respect people’s mandate, accept defeat: KTR

BRS accepts defeat in Telangana elections; K.T. Rama Rao says party will respect mandate given by people. BRS working president thanks party ranks, govt employees for cooperation in governing State. He states setbacks are inevitable in electoral politics & asks party not to get disheartened. He compliments Congress on victory…

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Anti-incumbency factor in rural areas dashes BRS’ hat-trick dream

Sources in the party stated that internal surveys commissioned by the leadership had repeatedly revealed that the anti-incumbency factor was very high against 30-35 MLAs, including a few Ministers.

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Urban-rural divide crops up after two decades, haunts BRS

Two decades earlier, there was another darling of the media and IT world — N. Chandrababu Naidu who met a similar fate.

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Decisive wins: On M.P., Rajasthan, Telangana and Chhattisgarh Assembly election results

The BJP’s victories signify a consolidation of its hold over the Hindi heartland and in straight contests against its principal national opponent, the Congress

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