The political landscape of West Bengal has been rocked by a renewed focus on the Sandeshkhali region, with Leader of Opposition Suvendu Adhikari and Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee exchanging sharp statements regarding the controversial island. Sandeshkhali had been in the news earlier this year during the Lok Sabha elections, where the BJP highlighted allegations of land grab and exploitation of women. In response to these claims, Mamata Banerjee dismissed them as false, pointing to a financi

Konidela Naga Babu, the well-known actor and politician, is set to join the Andhra Pradesh Cabinet under the NDA government, but his appointment process is expected to take longer than initially anticipated. Discussions between Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan have confirmed that Naga Babu will be appointed to the Cabinet, but the process will involve first nominating him to the Legislative Council (MLC). The MLC elections are scheduled for March next year, and Naga

Ukraine has condemned FIFA after a map displayed during the European World Cup qualifiers for 2026 appeared to omit Crimea from Ukraine. The map, shown during the December 2024 draw for the joint-hosted tournament by the US, Mexico, and Canada, sparked backlash when it excluded Crimea, which has been under Russian occupation since 2014. Ukraine’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Heorhiy Tykhy accused FIFA of supporting Russian propaganda and violating international law by "redrawing b

Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, recently accused former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of selling assets that were created during his tenure. In an interaction with his cadres, Jagan claimed that his government had built several medical colleges and constructed four new ports, including the nearly completed Ramayyapatnam port. He further alleged that Chandrababu was now attempting to sell these assets, including privatizing the medical colleges. Jagan's words in

A controversy has erupted surrounding director Ram Gopal Varma (RGV), with reports claiming that the Andhra Pradesh police are searching for him, suspecting him of evading arrest. However, RGV has strongly denied these rumors. In a recent statement, he clarified that he is not absconding but is working on film-related tasks. He went on to state that no one had attempted to arrest him and that the police had never raided his office, famously known as 'Den' in Hyderabad. Addre

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, known for his authoritative and strategic political approach, has faced criticism for his uncompromising decisions, especially in the aftermath of a party incident involving Revanth Reddy, the Telangana CM. Balineni Srinivas Reddy, a former MLA from YCP, recently shed light on an incident that revealed Jagan’s stringent nature. According to Balineni, when Revanth Reddy was elected as the CM of Telangana, he hosted a party in Delhi, inviting several MPs, i

The much-anticipated release of Pushpa 2 is set for December 5, and it’s already making waves in both the Tollywood industry and Andhra Pradesh's political circles. Recently, YCP leader Ambati Rambabu weighed in on the film, expressing his belief that no political forces could prevent the film from succeeding at the box office. He specifically alluded to efforts by the NDA government and its supporters trying to hinder the movie's progress, drawing a comparison to the f

The property dispute between YS Sharmila and her brother, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, has escalated into a major public conflict. During a press conference, Sharmila revealed that Jagan's group is willing to give her her rightful share of the family assets, but only if she agrees to stay silent and stop speaking against his leadership and political actions. Despite the offer, Sharmila made it clear that she is no longer interested in the property, as her primary goal

Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, Pawan Kalyan, who is also overseeing the Panchayat Raj and Forestry Departments, has raised concerns over the whereabouts of two luxury BMW cars that were seized during a sandalwood trafficking bust. The vehicles were confiscated during the TDP government's tenure (2014-2019) following a major sandalwood smuggling operation. After their seizure, the high-end BMW cars were allocated to officers within the Forestry Department—one to the Special

The tyrant rule of YCP is far gone but the repercussions of the same are still very much persistent in the social fabric. Proving this point right, a Vijayawada TDP leader committed suicide after being put through hell by certain men from the YCP ecosystem. Going into the story, Karampudi Ravindra is a native of Vijayawada and he is reportedly active in TDP. However, his life went to hell when he was targeted by a group of YCP leaders over unpaid dues. Reportedly, Ravindra had R

Many YCP social media activists are facing legal issues, and it’s evident that their former leaders have distanced themselves, with some even fleeing abroad. However, some activists remain undeterred, willing to face arrest and jail time. Despite warnings, certain YCP social media activists persist in their actions, seemingly inviting legal trouble willingly. Who is responsible for their choices? They appear out of control, with neither party leaders nor the party head able to restrain

Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Pulivendula MLA and leader of the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP), has reportedly decided to indirectly boycott the upcoming sessions of the Andhra Pradesh Assembly. Jagan, who held the position of leader of the house between 2019 and 2024, has chosen not to attend the current budget session. This decision has raised eyebrows and triggered political speculation about the reasons behind his absence. A TDP spokesperson recently shared a post on

Imane Khelif, the Algerian boxer who captured international attention with her Olympic gold at the Paris 2024 Games, is taking legal action against media outlets that published reports on her medical records. These reports, which leaked Khelif's alleged XY chromosomes, reignited a gender controversy that followed her victory over Italy’s Angela Carini in the opening round of the boxing tournament. Khelif’s quick and decisive victory in just 46 seconds, which left Carini injure

In a recent political development in Andhra Pradesh, YCP senior leader and former TTD chairman Bhumana Karunakar Reddy has come forward to defend Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy against accusations made by his sister, Y.S. Sharmila. Bhumana asserted that Jagan has already allocated his rightful share of family assets to Sharmila and accused her of acting in a manner that supports TDP leader and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu. Bhumana's comments were a direct response to Sharmila&rsq

The announcement by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) of a “Big Expose! Coming at 12 pm. Stay Tuned” on X.com sent ripples of anticipation among party cadres and supporters of the opposition Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP). As the clock ticked toward noon, speculation ran rampant, with many believing the reveal could unveil another significant scam involving the YCP. However, when the moment finally arrived, TDP Digital Media posted a follow-up tweet stating that

Nara Lokesh is taking a strong stance against Sakshi Media, a media house perceived to be aligned with the YCP, by filing a criminal defamation case in court today. Lokesh is set to arrive at the 12th Additional Court in Vizag for the hearing of a defamation suit he initiated against Sakshi in 2019. The conflict stems from a newspaper report published by Sakshi Media, which claimed that Lokesh, the then-ex-minister, spent ₹25 lakh on snacks at Vizag Airport. Outraged by the allega

Mangalagiri police station witnessed heavy security measures as Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy, a former advisor to the YCP government, arrived for interrogation linked to the recent attack on the TDP headquarters. This incident has escalated tensions in Andhra Pradesh politics, with various YCP leaders, including Devineni Avinash, Nandigam Suresh, Lella Appireddy, and Jogi Ramesh, facing charges in connection to the case. Sajjala, identified as the 120th accused, is under scrutiny for h

Former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy of Andhra Pradesh appears to be grappling with the aftermath of the 2024 election results, which saw his party face a significant setback. Four months post-election, Jagan remains entrenched in his belief that external factors, particularly the Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), contributed to his party's defeat. He has expressed frustration with the narrative surrounding the election, suggesting that if he had been willing to "lie" like h

Nara Lokesh has made a stunning comeback in the 2024 elections, securing a record victory in Mangalagiri with a margin of over 90,000 votes after his disappointing defeat in 2019. His active involvement in public administration has solidified his presence in the constituency, making Mangalagiri a stronghold for him. In contrast, the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP) faced setbacks when Alla Ramakrishna Reddy, who had previously won against Lokesh, was unexpectedly sideline

The political landscape in Andhra Pradesh is shifting as former minister Balineni Srinivasa Reddy initiated a trend of exits from the Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP). Following this trend, former Ponnuru MLA Kilari Venkata Rosaiah has decided to part ways with the YCP, signaling a notable loss for the party in the Assembly constituency. Kilari recently met with Jana Sena leader Pawan Kalyan, and this meeting proved pivotal in his decision to join the party. He is set to