CM Chandrababu Naidu said that violence and armed struggle cannot replace people’s mandate. He added that the government is committed to maintaining law and order while ensuring development across Andhra Pradesh.

He also highlighted that extremist ideology has no place in a democratic system like India. According to him, public support and elections decide leadership, not weapons or force.

The Chief Minister further reiterated that his government will continue strengthening security measures in affected regions while also focusing on welfare and development programs to bring lasting peace.

Authorities have been working to curb extremist influence and improve stability in sensitive areas of the state.

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Kunamneni said Professor Nageshwar has spent decades analyzing political, social, and economic issues and should be respected as a public intellectual. He added that some political groups misunderstood the remarks and reacted aggressively. According to him, democratic societies should encourage discussions instead of using legal action against analysts and intellectuals.

The CPI leader urged political parties to advise their workers to withdraw the complaints filed against Professor Nageshwar. He warned that threatening intellectuals with cases could harm democratic values and public debate in society.

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After the recent political developments, alliance partners chose to support actor-politician Vijay and his party to form the government. Stalin accepted the decision of the partners and assured full cooperation for stable governance in the state.

Political analysts say the move reflects political maturity and respect for democratic values. They noted that such decisions are rare in competitive politics where parties usually try to claim power.

Stalin also urged the Governor to speed up the process of government formation so that administrative work and welfare programmes for the people can continue without delay.

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Rahul Gandhi said every sixth BJP MP won through “vote chori.” He claimed the BJP would not cross 140 seats in a fair election. Rahul Gandhi vote theft claim came through a social media post where he accused the ruling party of harming democratic systems.

He also questioned whether such MPs should be called “ghuspethiya.” BJP leaders often use that term in political speeches. Rahul Gandhi alleged that some states witnessed manipulation of voter mandates during elections.

The BJP rejected the allegations and defended the election process. Party leaders said the Congress was making baseless claims after losing public support. Political debate over election transparency continues to grow nationwide.

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He demanded immediate action against the police personnel involved. Vijayendra urged Home Minister G. Parameshwara to suspend the officers responsible. He said such incidents damage public trust in law enforcement. The BJP, he added, would not remain silent on attacks against its workers.

In a post on social media platform X, Vijayendra described the incident as disgraceful and shameful. He said the episode amounted to an attack on a woman’s dignity. According to him, the incident reflected a serious failure of governance and law enforcement in Karnataka.

The BJP leader further alleged that the state was moving towards vendetta-driven governance. He claimed that the rule of law had collapsed under the present regime. Vijayendra also accused the police of shielding a Congress corporator. He said an FIR should have been registered against the corporator instead of BJP workers. The government has not issued an official response yet.

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By 9 am, a voter turnout of 23.5 percent was recorded, according to election authorities. If the same pace continues, a high overall turnout is expected. Election staff monitored queues closely and guided voters to ensure orderly voting. Security arrangements remained tight throughout the morning hours.

Polling will continue until 1 pm in this final phase. Voters standing in queues before the deadline will be allowed to cast their votes. After polling ends, a break of one hour has been scheduled. Vote counting will begin at 2 pm under strict supervision.

In this phase, elections are being held for 3,753 sarpanch posts and 28,410 ward member seats. Earlier, 394 gram panchayats were declared unanimous. The final phase is expected to play a key role in shaping rural governance across Telangana.

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The Collector checked how the staff handled and issued the election kits. He advised them to follow the checklist without fail. He stated that every item must reach the polling teams without errors. He stressed that even minor gaps could affect smooth polling.

Hanumantha Rao reminded the officials that polling teams rely on precise and complete materials. He told them to recheck each item before handing it over. He also instructed the supervisors to guide new staff when needed. His goal is to prevent confusion on election day.

The Collector expressed confidence in the preparedness of the teams. He said proper coordination can avoid complaints and delays. Local officials accompanied him during the inspection. The administration aims to ensure transparent and orderly elections across the district.

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He accused the Centre of trying to suppress voting rights through the SIR initiative. He said Parliament must discuss the security of people and the security of democracy. Reddy also stressed the need to address health security in the national capital. He mentioned that Delhi recorded an AQI of 272 when he arrived, while it crossed 390 last week, raising major concerns.

Reddy demanded a debate on pending funds and stalled projects related to Telangana. He said the Centre has been releasing funds only to states it prefers while others wait for assistance. He alleged that Telangana has not received even a single rupee since the new government took office.

He said farmers affected by crop loss are still waiting for relief from the Centre. He accused the NDA and BJP governments of running the Winter Session like a “formality.” He added that Opposition MPs will unite to question the government on people’s issues.

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In a social media post, CM Tamang said, “On behalf of Sikkim’s people and government, I extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu Ji, for graciously releasing the Constitution in nine Eighth Schedule languages, including Nepali.” The initiative ensures greater inclusivity, linguistic diversity, and accessibility to India’s fundamental democratic values.

Sikkim recognizes four official languages: English, Nepali, Sikkimese (Bhutia), and Lepcha. By featuring Nepali among the released translations, the Indian government acknowledges Sikkim’s unique cultural and linguistic heritage. CM Tamang emphasized that the move reinforces citizens’ connection with the Constitution and promotes awareness of its core principles of justice, liberty, equality, and fraternity.

The Chief Minister also expressed appreciation to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Indian government for their visionary efforts in making the Constitution accessible in multiple languages. The release aligns with the Constitution Day celebration theme, “Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhiman,” highlighting citizens’ responsibility to uphold democratic ideals.

President Murmu, during the event at Samvidhan Sadan, emphasized the significance of multilingual translations in enhancing understanding and fostering unity in India’s diverse linguistic landscape. Sikkim takes pride in being part of this historic initiative that strengthens citizens’ connection with the nation’s democratic journey.

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The Commission emphasized that the Constitution already provides flexibility—allowing premature dissolution and extension of terms during emergencies—indicating that the five-year duration is not an unalterable feature. It argued that synchronized elections, even if they require curtailing existing terms, are aimed at ensuring stability, minimizing frequent electoral disruptions, and enhancing governance efficiency.

Rejecting criticism that the proposal weakens democracy, the Law Commission asserted that it, in fact, strengthens democratic processes by reducing repeated expenditure and administrative strain caused by staggered elections. It further stressed that the right to free, fair, and periodic elections remains intact, as the proposal only seeks to align their timing.

The Commission also clarified that the proposed amendment does not require ratification by half the states and that additional powers granted to the Election Commission are an extension of its existing mandate.

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