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  • Tirupati Laddoo Row: SC To Hear Pleas Of Subramanian Swamy, Ex-TTD Chief Seeking Probe On September 30 |

    Tirupati Laddoo Row: The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions seeking an investigation into the alleged use of animal fat in the preparation of laddoos ‘prasadam’ in Tirupati on Monday. 

    The petitions have been filed by Bharatiya Jaata Party (BJP) leader Subramanian Swamy and former Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) chairman YV Subba Reddy, who is a Rajya Sabha MP.

    Last week, a row erupted after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu claimed that animal fat was used to make laddoos given as ‘prasad’ by the Sri Venkateswara Temple in Tirupati under the previous YSR Congress government led by Jagan Mohan Reddy.

    Both Swamy and YV Subba Reddy have urged for a court-monitored probe into the allegations, and their petitions will be heard by a bench of Justices BR Gavai and KV Viswanathan, according to media reports.

    The BJP leader, in his public interest litigation (PIL) filed earlier this week, requested the Supreme Court to direct the Andhra Pradesh government to file a detailed report on the ghee used for making the laddoos. He also sought a detailed forensic report in the matter.

    Citing a lab report, the state government had claimed that the ghee used in the laddoos contained traces of beef tallow, fish oil, and lard (pig fat). 

    “There ought to have been checks and balances internally to supervise and verify and check the quality, or the lack of it, of the suppliers supplying various ingredients to the temple that go into the making of the prasad,” the petition said. 

    Meanwhile, a PIL was also filed by YV Subba Reddy seeking an independent Special Investigation Team (SIT) monitored by a retired judge of the apex court to probe the allegations levelled by Naidu’s. 

    Amid the controversy over Tirpati laddoos, Reddy has been going all out to defend his party against the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister’s claims. He has been reiterating that no adulterated ghee was used in the process of making laddoos.

    Meanwhile, Chandrababu Naidu on Friday slammed Jagan Mohan Reddy and accused him of “spreading false information.” This comes after Reddy claimed that the TDP government obstructed his visit to Tirumala.

  • Tirupati Laddoo Row: YSRCP’s Jagan Reddy Calls Naidu ‘Pathological Liar’, Seeks PM Modi’s Intervention |

    Tirupati Laddoo Row: Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSR Congress chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy on Sunday wrote a letter to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking his intervention in the controversy pertaining to animal fat allegedly being found in Tirupati temple laddoos. He said that attempts are being made by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu to irreparably tarnish the sanctity, integrity, and reputation of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD).

    In an eight page letter addressed to PM Modi, Reddy dubbed the Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister as a “habitual liar” and alleged that CM Naidu has stooped so low as to hurt the beliefs of crores of people purely for political objectives.

    “Attempts are being made by the Chief Minister Mr. Chandrababu Naidu, to irreparably tarnish the sanctity, integrity, and reputation of Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Lord Venkateshwara has crores of Hindu devotees not just in India but across the globe, and if the delicate situation is not handled carefully, these lies could precipitate a widespread agony, having far-reaching consequences on various fronts,” the letter read.

    “Chandrababu Naidu a pathological and habitual liar has stooped so low as to seriously hurt the beliefs of crores of people purely for political objectives…It is imperative that Mr Naidu be reprimanded in severest way for his shameless act of spreading lies and the truth be… pic.twitter.com/LiYyUUeVXg
    — ANI (@ANI) September 22, 2024

    Reddy also said that Naidu be reprimanded in the severest way and the truth be brought to light. “Chandrababu Naidu, a pathological and habitual liar, has stooped so low as to seriously hurt the beliefs of crores of people purely for political objectives… It is imperative that Mr. Naidu be reprimanded in the severest way for his shameless act of spreading lies and the truth be brought to light. This would allay the suspicions that Mr. Naidu has created in the minds of crores of Hindu devotees and restore the faith in the sanctity of the TTD,” Reddy’s letter read. 

    The letter came days after the controversy pertaining to the Tirupati temple laddoos erupted after Andhra Pradesh CM Naidu claimed that the previous YSRCP government did not even spare Sri Venkateswara temple and used substandard ingredients and animal fat for making laddus.

    Later, TTD Executive Officer J. Shyamala Rao, in a press conference, said lab tests had revealed the presence of animal fat and lard in chosen samples, and the board is in the process of blacklisting the contractor who supplied “adulterated” ghee. 

    Detailing the process undertaken at Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), the custodian of the super-rich shrine of Sri Venkateswara Swamy, for accepting ghee, in an eight page letter, Jagan alleged that Naidu’s actions lowered not only the stature of CM but also that of everyone in public life, the sanctity of TTD and its practices.

    “Sir, the entire country looks to you at this crucial juncture. It is very imperative that Mr Naidu be reprimanded in the severest way for his shameless act of spreading lies and the truth be brought to light. Sir, this would help allay the suspicions that Mr Naidu has created in the minds of crores of Hindu devotees and restore their faith in sanctity of TTD,” Reddy wrote in his letter.

    Explaining the sequence of events, he said it is crucial to note that the ghee allegedly adulterated was rejected and not allowed to enter the premises of TTD. However, Naidu, with malafide intention, raised the issue at a political party meeting on September 18.

    In the letter, the former Andhra Pradesh CM also claimed that the new government has failed on all fronts with respect to the fulfillment of the commitments made to the voters prior to the elections, and CM Naidu is spreading lies to divert attention from his failures. 
           
    “The new Government has failed on all fronts with respect to the fulfillment of the commitments made to the electorate prior to the elections. The new Government could not even pass the general budget for the current financial year fearing that the appropriations to be made would expose Mr. Naidu’s insincerity towards his election promises and would result in backlash from the people of the State. The people of the State lost trust on the abilities of Mr. Naidu. Mindful of this and for purposes of diverting the people’s attention from his failures, Mr. Naidu had spread blatant lies against the practices of the TTD.”

  • Union Budget 2024: Andhra Pradesh Gets Big Boost, Rs 15,000 Cr Allocated For Amaravati |

    Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced on Tuesday that the Central government will allocate Rs 15,000 crore for the development of Amaravati in Andhra Pradesh. While presenting the 2024-25 Budget in the Lok Sabha, she emphasized the NDA government’s commitment to the timely financing and completion of the Polavaram Irrigation project, deemed vital for the state and its agricultural community.

    “The government has been dedicated to meeting the obligations set out in the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act. Acknowledging the state’s requirement for a capital, we will ensure special financial assistance through international development agencies. This fiscal year, we will secure Rs 15,000 crore, with additional funds to follow in subsequent years,” she said.

    Sitharaman also mentioned that, as per the AP Reorganisation Act, funds for critical infrastructure development in industries, including water, power, transport, and roads, will be provided, along with grants for the underdeveloped areas of Rayalaseema, Prakasam, and North coastal Andhra Pradesh.

    The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) is a significant ally of the BJP at the Centre. Naidu serves as the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh. Since 2014, political parties from Andhra Pradesh have repeatedly protested, demanding special category status for the state. Allegedly, Naidu left the NDA in 2018 because of the failure to award special category status to Andhra Pradesh.

    Special category status designates regions or states for special assistance by the central government, including tax incentives and financial aid, to foster regional development.

  • TDP-Led Andhra Govt Demolishes YSRCP Headquarters, Ex-CM Jagan Calls It ‘Naidu’s Vendetta Politics’ |

    Municipal authorities razed the YSR Congress Party’s under-construction central headquarters in Tadepalli, Guntur district, early Saturday on allegations that it was illegal. The Mangalagiri-Tadepalli Municipal Corporation (MTMC) began demolition with excavators and bulldozers at around 5:30 a.m. The Capital Region Development Authority (CRDA) had notified the opposition party about the alleged illegal construction.

    On Friday, the YSRCP filed a petition in the High Court contesting the CRDA office. According to a party spokesperson, the court ordered a halt to all demolition operations, which the YSRCP’s counsel transmitted to the CRDA Commissioner.

    Officials from the CRDA and MTMC stated that the irrigation department’s land was being used to build the YSRCP office. There have been claims that the boatyard land was leased for a nominal sum during the tenure of the former Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSRCP government. Additionally, there were claims that the building was started without first obtaining CRDA and MTMC approval.

    Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, former chief minister and YSRCP president, has attacked the TDP-led government’s actions. In his post on ‘X’, he claimed that Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu had turned to political vendetta. He said that a tyrant used bulldozers to demolish the YSRCP’s central headquarters, despite the High Court’s rulings.

    According to Jagan Mohan Reddy, Naidu’s actions were a message about how his administration would be for the next five years. However, the YSRCP Chief stated that the party would not be intimidated by these threats or political vendettas. He promised to fight for the people’s rights and urged all democratic forces in the country to reject Chandrababu Naidu’s actions.
     

  • Chandrababu Naidu’s TDP, Pawan Kalyan’s JSP Joins NDA For Lok Sabha Elections |

    New Delhi: The Chandrababu Naidu-led Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Pawan Kalyan’s Jana Sena Party (JSP) have decided to join hands with the BJP within the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) for the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha Elections. The parties will soon decide on the seat-sharing formula for parliamentary constituencies in Andhra Pradesh.

    In response to the TDP and JSP’s decision to ally with the BJP under the NDA, JP Nadda extended a warm welcome, expressing readiness to embrace the parties into the NDA bloc.

    “I wholeheartedly welcome the decision of Shri N Chandrababu Naidu and Shri Pawan kalyan to join the NDA family. Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Hon. PM Shri Narendra Modi  ji, BJP,  TDP, and JSP are committed to the progress of the country and the upliftment of the state and people of Andhra Pradesh,” Wrote Nadda.

    I wholeheartedly welcome the decision of Shri @ncbn and Shri @PawanKalyan to join the NDA family. Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Hon. PM Shri @narendramodi ji, BJP, TDP, and JSP are committed to the progress of the country and the upliftment of the state and…
    — Jagat Prakash Nadda (Modi Ka Parivar) (@JPNadda) March 9, 2024

    Releasing a joint statement, the TDP BJP and the Jana Sena said, “Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Jana Sena Party (JSP) , the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and the Jana Sena Party (JSP) as being committed for the progress of country and the upliftment of state and people of Andhra Pradesh, have decided to contest the ensuing Lok Sabha and Vidhan Sabha elections together in Andhra Pradesh.”


    “Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi ji has been working tirelessly for the development and progress of the nation for the last 10 years and coming together with TDP and JSP will help in reaching the aspirations of the people of Andhra Pradesh,” it added.

    The statement further said that the TDP and the BJP have a very old relationship. “The BJP and TDP have a very old relationship together. TDP joined the NDA in 1996 and has worked together successfully in Atal Ji’s and Narendra Modi Ji’ governments. In 2014, the TDP and the BJP fought the Lok Sabha election and assembly election together. The JSP had supported the 2014 general and assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh,” it said. 

    The joint statement was rfeleased after the meeting of TDP Chief Naidu with Union Home Minister Amit Shah and BJP Chief JP Nadda in Delhi today. Actor Pawan Kalyan-led Jana Sena Party, which has been a member of the NDA, has already joined hands with the NDA.
     

  • After Nitish Kumar, Many Others In Line For ‘Ghar Wapasi’ In NDA Ahead Of 2024 Polls |

    NEW DELHI: “It’s never too late to mend,” goes the adage, and in the ever-shifting landscape of politics in India, this rings especially true. As alliances evolve and partners realign, the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) finds itself at the centre of attention once again, with several former allies contemplating a return to the fold ahead of the crucial 2024 elections.

    The BJP: The Architect Of The NDA 

    At the heart of the NDA stands the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), orchestrating the intricate dance of coalition politics. With the advent of the Narendra Modi era, the NDA witnessed a seismic shift in its composition after the 2014 and 2019 Lok Sabha elections. Now, as the countdown to the 2024 polls begins, attention turns to those allies who are either making a comeback or seriously considering it, following in the footsteps of Bihar CM Nitish Kumar’s recent U-turn.

    Modi-Shah Era And Its Impact On The NDA

    In 2013, when Narendra Modi was anointed as the BJP’s prime ministerial candidate, the NDA boasted 29 constituent parties. While the BJP swept the elections with 282 seats in the Lok Sabha, its allies clinched an additional 54 seats. However, in the subsequent five years of Modi’s tenure, 16 parties bid adieu to the NDA, signaling a period of flux and transition within the alliance.

    Departures And Realignments

    Lessons from 2014 and 2019 The run-up to the 2014 Lok Sabha elections saw the high-profile departure of Nitish Kumar’s Janata Dal (United), setting the stage for a series of exits by regional players such as the Haryana Janhit Congress and the Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam. Between 2014 and 2019, several other parties, including the Telugu Desam Party and the Rashtriya Lok Samata Party, followed suit, reshaping the NDA’s landscape.

    Recent Exits And Returns

    Shiv Sena, SAD, and JD(U) Post-2019, the NDA witnessed the departure of stalwart allies like the Shiv Sena and the Shiromani Akali Dal, while Nitish Kumar’s JD(U) made a surprising comeback following the Bihar Assembly elections in 2022. These developments underscore the fluid nature of coalition politics, where alliances can shift with the changing tides of public sentiment and regional dynamics.

    As the 2024 elections loom large, speculation abounds regarding potential returns to the NDA fold. Nitish Kumar’s departure from the opposition alliance signals a significant shift, with other influential figures like Chandrababu Naidu and Uddhav Thackeray also engaging in strategic dialogues with the BJP. Meanwhile, negotiations with regional heavyweights like the Akali Dal and the potential announcement from Jayant Chaudhary hint at further realignments on the horizon.

    Amidst these political manoeuvres, the NDA alliance appears poised for a resurgence, consolidating its position ahead of the electoral battleground. Yet, the road to power is fraught with challenges, requiring both new and returning allies to navigate the intricate web of coalition politics. As Prime Minister Modi’s ambitious “400 plus” slogan reverberates, the stage is set for a high-stakes showdown, with the Congress eagerly watching for any signs of weakness within the NDA camp.

     Who’s Next In Line For The ‘Ghar Wapasi’ In NDA?

    With Nitish Kumar’s recent defection setting the stage, the question on everyone’s mind is: who will be the next to heed the call of ‘Ghar Wapasi’ within the NDA alliance? As alliances shift and political fortunes fluctuate, one thing remains certain: the 2024 elections promise to be a watershed moment in India’s political landscape, with the NDA at the forefront of the action.

  • Andhra Pradesh Skills Corporation scam: TDP chief Chandrababu Naidu questioned in jail for second consecutive day

    The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) team of Andhra Pradesh Police has arrested Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N in connection with the Skill Development Corporation scam. Chandrababu Naidu She is being interrogated for the second day in Rajamahendravaram Central Jail on Sunday. The Anti-Corruption Bureau court had sent Naidu (73) to CID custody for further questioning in the case. Permission has been given to interrogate Naidu for two days (23 and 24 September) from 9.30 am to 5 pm. Director General of Police (Prisons) MR Ravi Kiran said that Naidu has been handed over to CID officials for questioning as per the terms of the court.

    Naidu’s two-day police custody will end today

    The two-day police custody and judicial remand period given by the court will end today. The court had directed CID officials to produce Chandrababu Naidu before it through ‘Blue Jeans’ app by 5 pm today. The TDP chief was not produced in the court on Saturday.

    what is blue jeans app

    Kiran said, ‘Blue Jeans’ is an app where prisoners are presented in courts through online medium. former chief minister Chandrababu Naidu Will be allowed to take breaks during the investigation and have access to a lawyer as per court orders.

    Professional videographers were present during Naidu’s interrogation

    The court has allowed three deputy superintendents of police from the Economic Offenses Wing of CID, six junior police officers, a professional videographer and two official mediators to participate in the interrogation. The court also allowed Naidu to be assisted by a team of lawyers at a reasonable interval of five minutes after every hour of questioning during questioning. Considering the health and age of the former Chief Minister, the court allowed him to be interrogated within the jail premises itself so that he could avoid the 200 km journey from Rajamahendravaram Central Jail to the CID office in Mangalagiri.

    What is the allegation against Naidu?

    Naidu was arrested on September 9 on charges of alleged irregularities in the Skill Development Corporation. It is alleged that these irregularities caused a loss of more than Rs 300 crore to the exchequer.

  • Andhra Pradesh: TDP challenges Chandrababu Naidu’s arrest in High Court, hearing on Wednesday

    Former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu TDP’s protests continue in the state due to the arrest of MLA in corruption case. TDP has challenged the arrest of the party chief in the High Court. The party approached the High Court, raising questions on the use of Section 409. The court accepted the petition and asked the government to file a reply. The High Court will hear this matter on Wednesday.

    Naidu’s house arrest petition rejected, court said – it is safe for him to stay in jail

    A local court in Vijayawada has rejected the house arrest plea of ​​Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief N Chandrababu Naidu and said he will be safer in jail as ‘Z-plus’ security is not provided to him while under house arrest. Can be done.

    Citing fear of danger, house remand was demanded

    A team of lawyers led by senior advocate Siddharth Luthra, representing Naidu, had filed a petition on Monday to keep the former chief minister under house arrest citing threat of danger. Naidu has been receiving ‘Z-Plus’ category security for many years. NSG commandos are always deployed for their security.

    Court said, it is safer to stay in jail than house arrest

    Naidu’s lawyer Jayakar Matta said that the request for house arrest was rejected. According to Matta, the court felt that ‘Z-Plus’ security would not be given if he were under house arrest, so it was safer for Naidu to remain in jail rather than under house arrest. Additionally, according to Matta, the court said that if it had been possible to successfully provide Z-Plus security to Naidu, it could have directed him to be placed under house arrest. The court said that the jail is better in terms of security.

    CID claims government suffered loss of Rs 300 crore due to fraud

    Andhra Pradesh CID chief N. Sanjay had said after his arrest that Naidu has been arrested in a fraud case related to Skill Development Corporation, due to which the state government had suffered a loss of Rs 300 crore.

    Chandrababu Naidu accused of scam in Skill Development Corporation

    It is noteworthy that former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Naidu was arrested in the case related to the alleged scam of Skill Development Corporation worth crores of rupees. He is currently lodged in Rajamahendravaram Central Jail under judicial custody for 14 days.