TELANGANA ASSEMBLY
Telangana implements gig worker rules, mandates minimum pay, social security benefits
The Telangana government has launched the Telangana Platform-Based Gig Workers Rules, which establish rights for gig workers. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy introduced the legislation during a ceremony with Rahul Gandhi in Hyderabad. The new rules include provisions for social security benefits, minimum remuneration, and protection against arbitrary account deactivation. Shaik Salauddin from the Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union emphasized the need for effective implementation of these rights.
From petrol pump attendant to Rs 6,70,00,00,000 investment scam: How Hyderabad's Nanavath Bhupal Naik, who also worked as mason, built massive empire by luring 7,400 investors
Nanavath Bhupal Naik, a former mason and petrol pump attendant, is accused of masterminding an alleged Rs 670-crore investment scam involving around 7,400 investors. The Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing is investigating two companies, Shares Bazaar Pvt Ltd and Kisaan Parivar Ltd, which allegedly promised monthly returns of 4% and tax-free annual returns of 24%.
'No alliance with BJP' ahead of 2028 Telangana Assembly polls, says KTR
BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday ruled out an alliance with the BJP for the 2028 Telangana Assembly elections, saying, “There will be no alliance with the BJP.” He also said BRS could support a delimitation bill if Lok Sabha seats are increased proportionately, while urging adoption of AI.
No alliance with BJP ahead of 2028 assembly polls, says KT Rama Rao
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has officially stated it will not ally with the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), while expressing support for a delimitation bill if it benefits southern states with additional seats. Previously, BRS backed the BJP on issues like GST and demonetisation, although KTR criticized support for demonetisation as a misstep. The party is also taking steps to address issues related to recent electoral roll deletions.
22 BRS MLAs suspended from Telangana Assembly for rest of monsoon session
Twenty-two BRS legislators faced suspension from the Telangana Assembly for disrupting House proceedings. These members raised slogans and entered the well of the House during the session. The Speaker announced the suspension after a motion was moved by the Legislative Affairs Minister. BRS Working President K T Rama Rao was among the suspended members. The suspension will remain for the remainder of the monsoon session.
Telangana Assembly: Over 20 BRS MLAs suspended for remainder of session
Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar suspended over twenty BRS MLAs today. These legislators faced suspension for disrupting the House and raising slogans. The suspension occurred amid demands for discussion on law and order issues. BRS leaders also plan to meet the Telangana Governor regarding these matters. Meanwhile, another adjournment motion addressed government employee benefits.
BRS MLC Tata Madhu arrested over alleged remarks against Telangana Speaker
BRS MLC Tata Madhu was arrested by Saifabad Police for alleged derogatory remarks. The case involves accusations of insulting Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar. Police registered the complaint under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and SC/ST Act. The alleged incident occurred during an Assembly session in the presence of media and staff. Tata Madhu denied insulting the Speaker, stating comments were directed at police.
Telangana Assembly passes resolution seeking transparent delimitation process
The Telangana Legislative Assembly has passed a resolution calling for transparent and inclusive consultations in the impending delimitation exercise. It emphasizes fair representation for states with effective population control measures and advocates for increasing assembly seats from 119 to 153.
Telangana Assembly passes SC categorization bill
The Telangana Assembly passed a bill for SC categorization, dividing 59 SC castes into three groups for equitable distribution of 15% reservation. The government plans to increase the quota to 18% based on 2026 census data. This decision follows a Supreme Court ruling and recommendations from a judicial commission.
BJP releases fourth list of 12 candidates for Telanagana Assembly election
The list was released after the BJP's Central Election Committee held a meeting on Tuesday at the party headquarters in Delhi to finalise the names of its remaining candidates for the Rajasthan and Telangana assembly polls. According to the list, Vedapally Sriram Chakravarthy will contest from the Husnabad assembly seat. Tula Uma has been fielded from the Vemulawada assembly seat.
100 nominations filed for Telangana assembly polls on first day
Polling would be held on November 30 and counting of votes would be taken up on December 3 Polling would begin at 5 am and end at 5 pm, barring some places where it ends at 4 pm. Only three vehicles are allowed in the candidate's convoy within the periphery of 100 meters to the Returning Officer's office at the time of filing nomination, while only five people including the contesting candidate are allowed inside RO's room.
Congress begins meeting in Delhi for Telangana Assembly elections
The Congress Election Committee meeting for Telangana commenced at the All India Congress Committee (AICC) office in New Delhi. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge chaired the meeting, which saw the presence of key leaders like Sonia Gandhi and Salman Khurshid.
TDP to contest alone in Telangana assembly polls
The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) has not yet decided whether it will field candidates in all 119 assembly constituencies in Telangana or in a limited number of segments. The party has formed a committee to take a decision in this regard, Naidu said. On being asked about alliance with other parties in Andhra Pradesh, Naidu said alliance would be based on 'need'.
Telangana Assembly adjourned to September 27
Various issues, including farm and water, besides law and order are expected to figure prominently in the monsoon session even as the Business Advisory Committee (BAC) of the Assembly would finalise the duration and agenda for the session on Friday.
TRS gunning for Congress-mukt Telangana Assembly
Ruling party said to be in touch with more Cong MLAs to expedite merger
Telangana Assembly poll battle starts tomorrow
The gazette notification for the polls would be issued on November 12 and the last date for filing of nominations is November 19, according to the schedule released by the EC.
Telangana Assembly: Opposition seeks loan waiver implementation at once
Congress, TDP and opposition parties demanded the TRS government in Telangana to implement its agriculture loan waiver scheme.
TDP members suspended for ruckus in Telangana Assembly
Opposition parties have alleged that over 250 farmers have committed suicide in the last four months due to water and power shortage in the State.
Telangana Assembly session begins
Earlier in morning senior-most member of the Assembly K Jana Reddy was sworn in as the Protem Speaker by Governor E S L Narasimhan at Raj Bhavan.
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