Conclave could help YSRCP project a pro-Hindu face to stave off Opposition’s criticism of 'Christian CM'. It comes soon after consecration ceremony in Ayodhya in an election year.
Ever since she took over as Andhra Congress chief, Sharmila has been facing fierce backlash, especially on social media where CM Jagan's supporters are using the #MorusupalliSharmila.
Touring Srikakulam, new Andhra Congress chief Sharmila has stepped up attacks on her brother over issues including state’s financial status & alleged attacks on Christians in Manipur.
After merging her party with Congress, Sharmila praised Congress’ secular credentials & said she wanted to fulfil her late father’s dream of seeing Rahul Gandhi become PM.
However, her vote-pulling capacity is yet to be tested. She is expected to be given prominent AICC position or made Andhra chief, says YSRTP general secretary Thudi Devender Reddy.
At forefront of dissent are some from CM Jagan Mohan Reddy’s own community — Reddy MLAs & staunch loyalists — with many aligning with rival TDP ahead of 2024 assembly polls in Andhra.
Political analyst says Jagan’s census plan will disrupt rival TDP’s backward caste votebank, TDP calls it ‘ploy to identify party sympathisers & tamper with voter lists’.
Malayalam star Mammotty will reprise YSR's role in Yatra 2, while Tamil actor Jiiva essays Jagan’s character. Director Raghav is open about being admirer of ex-chief minister.
With two hostile neighbours in the immediate vicinity and one in the greater region, it is imperative that New Delhi forge alliances that can offer some stability.
Recommendations appear in Niti Aayog’s Tax Policy Working Paper Series–II. It says there is a need to shift away from fear-based enforcement to trust-based governance.
In service with the British military since 2019, it is also known as the Martlet missile. Ukrainians have also deployed these missiles against Russian troops.
Education, reservations, govt jobs are meant to bring equality and dignity. That we are a long way from that is evident in the shoe thrown at the CJI and the suicide of Haryana IPS officer. The film Homebound has a lesson too.
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