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TPCC media chief Rammohan Reddy accuses BRS of "insulting women" terms party mindset feudal

Hyderabad, Jan 15 (UNI) TPCC Media and Communications Chairman Sama Rammohan Reddy on Thursday launched a sharp attack on the BRS, alleging that the party "dislikes women's dignity, freedom and self-respect" and carries a mindset that is contrary to modern democratic values.
In a statement, Rammohan Reddy said the Congress government was providing opportunities for women to advance in all fields, but the BRS was unable to accept their progress and was "humiliating sisters and daughters at every step."
He alleged that BRS leaders had insulted poor and middle-class women travelling free on RTC buses by calling them "recording dancers." He also accused the party of indulging in social media attacks, including targeting women even from within their own families.
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Five killed in TN road accident, Stalin announces solatium

15 Feb 2026 | 10:38 PM

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Nadu this evening following which Chief Minister announced financial assistance to
their families.

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Karnataka BJP MLA remanded to CID custody in murder case

15 Feb 2026 | 10:18 PM

Bengaluru, Feb 15 (UNI) Karnataka BJP MLA Byrathi Basavaraj has been remanded to seven days' CID custody in connection with the murder of VG Shivaprakash (44), alias Bikla Shiva, in Bengaluru last year.

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CSIR RISE Conclave 2026 concludes on with reinforcing research–industry–Startup synergy

15 Feb 2026 | 9:40 PM

Chennai, Feb 15 (UNI) The Research, Industry, Startup and Entrepreneurship (RISE) Conclave 2026 concluded with remarkable energy and purpose, marking two days of vibrant dialogue, strategic networking, and forward-looking collaborations.

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Ancient spiritual message transforms Sri Lankan professional’s life

15 Feb 2026 | 9:09 PM

By BD Narayankar
Coimbatore, Feb 15 (UNI) What began as a seven-month experiment to “prepare for life” has turned into a three-year spiritual commitment for a Sri Lankan corporate professional who says a single line from Sadhguru changed her understanding of freedom.

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