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SC Limits Reservations in Local Elections

Anil Vanna — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:33:18 +0000

The Supreme Court has directed the Maharashtra government not to exceed 50 percent reservations in local body elections. The court warned that elections could be stopped if reservation limits are violated.

The judgment questioned the legality of increasing the OBC reservation quota to 27 percent, as recommended by the JK Bantia Commission. The court clarified that elections must follow the pre-2022 reservation limits.

In Telangana, 42 percent reservations are provided for BCs, raising concerns about exceeding the Supreme Court’s 50 percent ceiling. Legal challenges are already pending in the state high court.

The Supreme Court’s order has sparked debate ahead of Maharashtra’s local body elections scheduled by January. The Election Commission had earlier been instructed to conduct elections without breaching the 50 percent limit. Authorities must now ensure compliance before polling begins.

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Case Filed Against BRS MLA Kaushik Reddy

Anil Vanna — Wed, 12 Nov 2025 07:00:30 +0000

A case has been registered against BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy at the Madhura Nagar Police Station. The incident took place during the Jubilee Hills by-election polling held on Tuesday, November 11. Voting was conducted from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. without major disruptions until reports of a commotion surfaced.

According to police officials, Kaushik Reddy allegedly violated election rules by entering polling areas and creating disturbance near Yusufguda polling centers. He, along with his supporters, reportedly entered the Mahmood Function Hall, which was part of a polling zone, without authorization.

Police claimed that the MLA ignored security protocols and pushed through officers stationed at the venue. His actions allegedly triggered tension among voters and disrupted polling activities temporarily.

Following the incident, police booked Kaushik Reddy under sections related to trespassing and public nuisance. Authorities stated that the case will be investigated further to determine if more charges are applicable. Election officials emphasized that all candidates and leaders must adhere to the Model Code of Conduct during elections.

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BRS Candidate Maganti Sunitha Booked in Jubilee Hills By-Poll Case

Anil Vanna — Fri, 31 Oct 2025 06:56:25 +0000

Election campaigning in Telangana’s Jubilee Hills by-election has intensified with major parties fighting hard for victory. As the competition heats up, parties have started filing complaints against each other with election officials, turning the campaign more dramatic.

In a major development, police have registered a case against BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha. The Congress party lodged a complaint with the Election Commission, alleging that Sunitha’s team distributed voter slips printed with the BRS party symbol, violating election rules.

Following the complaint, election officials responded immediately and ordered an inquiry. Based on the report from the returning officer, the Borabanda Police Station registered a formal case against Maganti Sunitha. Officials stated that any violation of election regulations would invite strict legal action.

Meanwhile, police have begun an investigation into the incident. The issue has added a new twist to the already heated by-election campaign, with both parties accusing each other of violating electoral norms. The Election Commission continues to monitor the situation closely.

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