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AP: Aim is to involve 2 crore people in Yoga across Andhra Pradesh: CM

AP: Aim is to involve 2 crore people in Yoga across Andhra Pradesh: CM

21 May 2025 | 4:57 PM

Vijayawada, May 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has said that a special campaign titled ‘YogAndhra-2025’ will be held for one month starting May 21 across the State and on June 21, a mega event involving 5 lakh people will take place in Visakhapatnam in which Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate.

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Crimes against Dalits rise under CPM rule in Kerala: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

Crimes against Dalits rise under CPM rule in Kerala: Rajeev Chandrasekhar

21 May 2025 | 4:26 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, May 21 (UNI) Over the past 9 years, there has been a sharp rise in crimes against Dalit communities under the rule of CPI(M)-led Pinarayi Vijayan Government in Kerala, State BJP President Rajeev Chandrasekhar said on Wednesday.

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Quran burning probe sparks BJP's warning in Belagavi

21 May 2025 | 4:21 PM

Belagavi, May 21 (UNI) Allegations of police brutality in connection with the reported Quran burning incident in Santi Bastwad village have sparked political outcry and street protests in Belagavi, with BJP leader Sanjay Patil accusing law enforcement authorities of targeting innocent youths and warning of a statewide agitation if justice is not served.

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CM Revanth Reddy directs officials to stay vigilant amid heavy rains in Telangana

CM Revanth Reddy directs officials to stay vigilant amid heavy rains in Telangana

21 May 2025 | 4:18 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed officials across the state to remain on high alert as Hyderabad and several other districts continue to receive heavy rainfall.

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Polavaram Cotton Saree becomes 22nd GI to be filed from AP

21 May 2025 | 3:48 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Polavaram Cotton saree becomes the 22nd Geographical Indication (GI) filed from Andhra Pradesh recently.

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ED raids on Parameshwara politically motivated: Surjewala

ED raids on Parameshwara politically motivated: Surjewala

21 May 2025 | 3:46 PM

Bengaluru, May 21 (UNI) Congress leader Randeep Singh Surjewala on Wednesday lashed out at the BJP-led Central Government, terming the Enforcement Directorate (ED) raids on educational institutions run by Karnataka Home Minister Dr G Parameshwara as “a frustrated reaction” to the state government’s move to grant ownership rights to one lakh SC-ST families.

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Seethakka praises academic excellence of Tribal students

21 May 2025 | 3:11 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) The Academic Success Meet 2025 was held at Komaram Bheem Adivasi Bhavan in Banjara Hills under the aegis of the Tribal Welfare Department on Wednesday.

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Kamineni Hospitals launches free hematology camp to raise awareness on Thalassemia in children

21 May 2025 | 2:58 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Kamineni Hospitals, Hyderabad, has launched a free haematology camp to raise awareness about Thalassemia and offer early diagnostic testing for children.

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KTR accuses Congress Govt of corruption & governance failures

KTR accuses Congress Govt of corruption & governance failures

21 May 2025 | 2:53 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) BRS Working President K T Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on the Congress government, accusing it of turning governance into a "commission-driven circus" and using notices to former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao as a diversionary tactic.

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Saraswati Pushkaram enters 7th day amid devotion & spiritual fervour in Kaleshwaram

Saraswati Pushkaram enters 7th day amid devotion & spiritual fervour in Kaleshwaram

21 May 2025 | 2:26 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) The sacred Saraswati Pushkaram has entered its seventh day in Kaleshwaram, a revered Trilinga Kshetra known for its spiritual, historical, and natural
significance.

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Telangana CM, Congress leaders pays tributes to Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary

Telangana CM, Congress leaders pays tributes to Rajiv Gandhi on his death anniversary

21 May 2025 | 2:19 PM

Hyderabad, May 21 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy paid floral tributes to the statue of Bharat Ratna and former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi in front of the Secretariat on Wednesday, marking the 34th anniversary of his death.

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AP to hold awareness programmes on Yoga for one month

AP to hold awareness programmes on Yoga for one month

21 May 2025 | 2:14 PM

Rajahmundry, May 21 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Government will organize awareness programmes in a big way from May 21 to June 21 on Yoga.

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BJP hits out at Kharge over 'chhut putt yudha' remark

BJP hits out at Kharge over 'chhut putt yudha' remark

21 May 2025 | 2:09 PM

Bengaluru, May 21 (UNI) Former Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister and senior BJP leader CN Ashwath Narayan on Wednesday launched a scathing attack on Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge for his recent remark describing India’s military response as a "chhutt putt yudha" (petty skirmish), saying it was deeply insensitive and hurt the sentiments of millions across the country.

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Ashoka targets Cong celebrations, flags Rs 1 lakh crore debt

Ashoka targets Cong celebrations, flags Rs 1 lakh crore debt

21 May 2025 | 1:56 PM

Bengaluru, May 21 (UNI) In a blistering attack on the Karnataka government, Assembly LoP and senior BJP leader R Ashoka on Wednesday questioned the Congress’ decision to celebrate two years in power, calling it an "extravaganza built on failure, debt, and betrayal."
"What are they celebrating?” Ashoka asked pointedly. “Two years of zero development, more corruption, and endless burdens on the common man. The Congress government has done nothing except push Karnataka into over one lakh crore rupees of debt." he told reporters in a press conference here.

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Siddaramaiah condemns SBI official’s conduct

Siddaramaiah condemns SBI official’s conduct

21 May 2025 | 12:55 PM

Bengaluru, May 21 (UNI) Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah on Wednesday condemned the reported misconduct of a State Bank of India (SBI) branch manager in Surya Nagara, Anekal Taluk, who allegedly refused to communicate in Kannada or English and displayed disregard for citizens.

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