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Andhra Pradesh: Polling begins for ZPTC, MPTC elections amid tight security
Polling for the Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituency and Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituency elections commenced at 7 am in Andhra Pradesh. Security measures were implemented in both NTR and Anakapalli districts to ensure safe voting. A total of 16 ZPTC seats and 276 MPTC seats were contested in NTR district. Eligible voters were informed to carry identity documents to the polling stations.
RSS terms UGC norms against discrimination 'unbalanced'
RSS has expressed concerns regarding the University Grants Commission's anti-discrimination regulations, stating that they are unbalanced. The government is being urged to revise the framework to maintain social harmony. As the Supreme Court intervened, the UGC regulations were temporarily stayed, allowing the previous framework to continue. The RSS emphasised the need for balanced decisions that would foster societal strength and cohesion.
Must guard against exploitation of protests by anti-India elements: RSS spokesperson
An extensive debate on the RSS' nationalist views on Hindutva and other issues has been going on for more than 100 years, and RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat and other functionaries are always willing to engage in dialogue on these subjects, said the Sangh's Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh Sunil Ambekar.
Following Supreme Court directions, Andhra Pradesh urban polls paused
Even as SEC paused the process, YSRCP alleged that the ruling TDP cadres continued to attack and intimidate its candidates for the second consecutive day. The Opposition party released videos of several places and alleged that the modus operandi had been to not allow senior YSRCP leaders to accompany candidates to nomination centres and then snatch the nomination papers to prevent them from filing.
Andhra Pradesh local body polls: YSRCP, TDP trade charges
YSRCP alleges attack on candidates and cadres; ruling TDP says Opposition is 'using localised incidents to derail democratic process across state'.
UltraTech commissions Rs 2,650 crore cement plant in Andhra Pradesh in 14 months
The integrated cement plant, located in Petnikota village in Kolimigundla mandal in the Rayalaseema region, has a clinkerisation capacity of 3.3 million tonnes a year and cement dispatch capacity of 3.6 million tonnes a year.
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Delhi traders urge PM Modi, Rahul Gandhi, Kejriwal to postpone protests till January 31
Bharatiya Udyog Vyapar Mandal has requested political protests in Delhi to be postponed until January 31, next year. This appeal highlighted the importance of the upcoming festival and wedding season for traders and workers. Demonstrations are reportedly causing significant business disruptions, particularly affecting market access and transportation. The trade body emphasised that such interruptions harm Delhi's economy and broader commercial networks.
Centre resorting to dictatorship to suppress protests: Prakash Ambedkar
Prakash Ambedkar expressed support for the Cockroach Janta Party's protest against the Election Commission in New Delhi. He accused the government of using dictatorship to suppress peaceful demonstrations and restrict transport services. Ambedkar called for a gathering in south Mumbai to show solidarity with the protest. He urged the CJP convenor not to withdraw from the agitation despite potential arrests.
SIR controversy: Congress declares 'Black Day' on October 8; major protest likely
The Congress' October 8 protests will take the campaign beyond Delhi, with demonstrations planned at state, district and block levels over the electoral-roll revision exercise and its demand for Gyanesh Kumar's removal.
Fortune Hospitality plans Rs 60,000-crore AI data centre park
According to company documents, the proposed Fortune Data Center Park will come up on about 170 acres in Kandukur Mandal of Ranga Reddy district, within the Hyderabad Metropolitan Region. At full build-out, cumulative investment could rise to Rs 1 lakh crore as additional phases and operator infrastructure are commissioned, the company said.
Manoj Jarange continues fast, slams Chhagan Bhujbal; 'Marathas won't back Mahayuti if issue not resolved'
Activist Manoj Jarange remains steadfast in his hunger strike, advocating for Kunbi caste certificates for the Maratha community. He demands a clear government resolution by September 12 for these certificates to be issued. Jarange also expressed disapproval of OBC leader Chhagan Bhujbal's views on Maratha reservation and voiced his support for the Dhangar community's push for Scheduled Tribes classification, calling for action based on historical Hyderabad State Gazette records.
BJP hits out at Congress, says party always betrayed other Backward classes
On the day the NDA government initiated a caste census notification, the BJP accused the Congress of historically betraying the Other Backward Classes. Union Minister Bhupender Yadav criticized Congress for disregarding the Kaka Kalelkar Commission report and opposing the Mandal Commission recommendations. This attack follows Karnataka's decision to conduct a fresh caste enumeration, further fueling the BJP's accusations.
Our intentions, their empty slogans: Dharmendra Pradhan on caste census
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan lauded the government's decision to conduct a nationwide caste census as a "game changer," criticizing the opposition for "empty sloganeering." He emphasized the Modi government's commitment to 'Sabka Saath-Sabka Vikas' and highlighted the historical context of the Mandal Commission.
"PM Modi's caste wasn't recommended for OBC list by Mandal Commission": Gehlot backs Rahul's claim
In a post on X, Ashok Gehlot said, "Rahul Gandhi has spoken the truth on the issue of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's inclusion in OBC because Modi/Ghanchi caste was not included in OBC list in the recommendations of Mandal Commission and Bakshi Committee, which was formed in 1978 for backward classes in Gujarat.
Backward classes panel chief slams Rahul Gandhi over PM's caste remarks
Ahir criticized Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi for their opposition to granting constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes. He highlighted their stance on the issue.
OBC outfit files PIL in Bombay HC against Maha decision on Kunbi certificates to Marathas
The OBC Welfare Foundation (OWF) has filed a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in the Bombay High Court against the draft notification issued by the Maharashtra government, which facilitates Kunbi caste quotas under the OBC category for the Marathas. The PIL argues that the state government lacks the authority to define Maratha relatives eligible for reservation by identifying them as Kunbis. The petition expresses the concerns of OBC communities, fearing that the Maratha community is securing reservations through the "backdoor" with government assistance.
Congress did not implement Mandal commission report, says BSP chief Mayawati in Telangana
Mayawati, the leader of the Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP), indirectly criticized Rahul Gandhi and the Congress party, stating that while a senior Congress leader is now advocating for a caste-based census, the Congress had not fulfilled the demand for reservation for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) during its previous governments.
Congress did not implement Mandal commission report, says BSP chief Mayawati in Telangana
Addressing an election rally at Peddapalli in Telangana, Mayawati recalled that those from most backward class had sought reservation benefits like SCs and STs, from the Congress, which was in power for a long period after India gained independence.
"Rajiv Gandhi was against implementation of Mandal commission report": Amit Shah
Targetting Congress over its stand on the reports of the Mandal Commission, Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Monday claimed that former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi was against the implementation of the recommendations laid by the backward panel.
Why did Maratha community not agitate for quota in the past: HC
The demand for Maratha reservation was not raised after the Mandal commission submitted its report in 1980.
Government to do away with weeding out 'forwards' among OBCs?
The 123rd Constitution amendment bill makes a radical departure from the National Commission for Backward Classes Act (1993) that it seeks to replace.
Samajwadi Party disrupts Rajya Sabha; fears new OBC body will dilute Mandal Commission
SP leader Ram Gopal Yadav's objections were rejected by Social Justice Minister Thawarchand Gehlot, who said BJP supported reservations since days of Jan Sangh.
Ram Vilas Paswan bats for continuation of reservation
"V P Singh was the Prime Minister then and after implementation of Mandal Commission, his people had boycotted him," he said.
SP supremo Mulayam Singh Yadav plays 'Mandal card' to woo backward classes
Mulayam Singh said many sections of backward classes had been deprived of the benefits of the Mandal Commission's recommendations owing to the BJP's opposition.
'Mandal Train' is moving: Lalu Prasad
"It was a combined 45 per cent. The BJP would not have been in the picture had they fought (in alliance)," Prasad claimed.
BJP dubs Lalu Prasad's call for going back to Mandal commission with Nitish Kumar "empty"
"Now both Mandal and Kamandal are with BJP as indicated by general election recently," senior BJP leader Sushil Kumar Modi said.
Centre to accommodate Muslims among 27% quota fixed for OBCs
The Ranganath Misra Commission for reservation to minorities had recommended 10% quota for Muslims and 5% for other minorities in government jobs.
Team Anna Hazare should not try to impose its will either on Constitution or Parliament: Somnath Chatterjee
The Constitution does not provide for extra-parliamentary method for the enactment of any law, says Somnath Chatterjee, former speaker, Lok Sabha.
Movie Review: Aarakshan
First things first… despite all the hype and hoopla, the fact is that Aarakshan touches its core theme of reservation only in its first half
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