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29 June 2025
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DMK Predicted to Secure Majority in 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly Elections: Vaiko
MDMK general secretary Vaiko stated on Sunday that the ruling DMK is expected to secure a majority in the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, eliminating the need for a coalition government. Vaiko emphasized that the MDMK would actively support the DMK and its alliance partners to prevent Hindutva forces from gaining influence in the state. He clarified that the MDMK has not formally demanded a specific number of seats but aims to win at least eight seats to gain recognition from the Election Commission. Vaiko also reiterated the party's commitment to prohibition, citing past efforts to shut down liquor shops in his village. Additionally, he announced that the MDMK will celebrate the birth anniversary of former Chief Minister C.N. Annadurai with a political conference in Tiruchi.
Congress Confident of Victory in Jubilee Hills Bypoll, Focuses on GHMC Elections
Transport Minister and Hyderabad district incharge Minister Ponnam Prabhakar expressed confidence in the Congress party's victory in the upcoming Jubilee Hills bypoll. He urged party workers to prepare strategically and emphasized that the welfare schemes introduced by the Congress government would play a crucial role in securing the win. The candidate for the bypoll will be finalized by the party high command. Additionally, Prabhakar stressed the need for early preparations for the Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) elections to maximize seat gains. During a review meeting with Hyderabad Congress leaders on Sunday, discussions also centered around the visit of AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge to Hyderabad on July 4. Topics such as protocol arrangements, temple committees, and the distribution of Kalyana Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak, and Bonala cheques were addressed. The Minister highlighted that party workers contributing to strengthening the Congress would be prioritized for nominated posts. Key leaders from all constituencies in Hyderabad attended the meeting.
Politics (4)
Y.S. Sharmila Concludes Statewide Tour to Strengthen Andhra Pradesh Congress
Y.S. Sharmila, the president of the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee (APCC), concluded her Statewide tour on June 29, 2024, after attending a district-level meeting in Machilipatnam. The tour, which began on June 9, aimed to strengthen the Congress party at the grassroots level. During the meetings, party leaders discussed strategies to enhance the party’s presence in the state. They emphasized that the Congress is the only party capable of opposing the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), as other parties have either formed direct or indirect alliances with the BJP. The tour was part of the Congress’s efforts to consolidate its position and support among the people of Andhra Pradesh.
Social Welfare Minister Inspects Kittur Rani Chennamma Residential School in Chamarajanagar
On Sunday, H.C. Mahadevappa, the Minister for Social Welfare, conducted an unannounced inspection of the Kittur Rani Chennamma residential school located in Begur, Gundlupet taluk, Chamarajanagar district. During his visit, the Minister thoroughly examined the cleanliness of the rooms and the hygiene of the toilets. He engaged with the students to gather feedback on the facilities provided in both the school and the hostel. Mahadevappa also inquired about the quality and taste of the food served and the effectiveness of the teaching staff. The Minister inspected the dining hall and storeroom, emphasizing the importance of proper meal planning and storage. Addressing the staff, he highlighted the need for additional care for the students, many of whom come from rural areas. He instructed the wardens to ensure that meals and snacks are served as per the menu chart and urged teachers to reside in the residential quarters to better support the students. Mahadevappa also advised the staff to focus on the health of the children and encouraged the promotion of extracurricular activities, yoga, exercises, and meditation. Assistant Commissioner Mahesh and other officials were present during the visit.
TPCC to Hold Political Affairs Committee Meeting and Grassroots Leaders’ Convention on July 4
The Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) announced that its Political Affairs Committee (PAC) meeting will be held on July 4 at Gandhi Bhavan. On the same day, a large-scale party meeting will take place at LB Stadium, Hyderabad, where All India Congress Committee (AICC) president Mallikarjun Kharge is expected to address approximately 15,000 grassroots-level leaders. The event is organized under the ‘Jai Bapu, Jai Bhim, Jai Samvidhan’ Committee. TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud also addressed internal party differences, particularly between Minister Konda Surekha’s group and other leaders from the erstwhile Warangal district, stating that the party’s disciplinary committee would investigate the matter. Goud criticized the BJP, accusing it of pursuing fascist policies that threaten India’s democratic fabric. He also condemned the unveiling of a statue of former PCC president Dharmapuri Srinivas by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, describing Srinivas as a staunch Congressman who opposed BJP and RSS ideologies. Additionally, the TPCC released a list of vice-presidents, general secretaries, and organizational in-charges for various parliamentary constituencies.
Telangana Doctors Call Off Strike After Government Approves Stipend Hike
The Telangana Junior Doctors’ Association (T-JUDA) and the Telangana Senior Resident Doctors’ Association (TSRDA) have decided to cancel their planned state-wide strike, which was set to begin on June 30 and July 1. This decision came after representatives from both associations met with Health Minister C. Damodar Raja Narasimha at his office in Sangareddy on Sunday. In an official statement, the associations expressed their gratitude to the government for addressing key issues affecting junior doctors, senior residents, and contract faculty in government medical colleges. The government has approved an increase in stipends, issued the Budget Release Order (BRO) for regular stipend disbursal to house surgeons and postgraduate students, and confirmed the extension of contracts for senior residents and contract assistant professors whose terms were nearing expiration.
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PM Modi Praises Bhadrachalam Tribal Women’s SHGs for Economic Empowerment
The tribal women’s self-help groups (SHGs) of Bhadrachalam Agency in Telangana have received high praise from Prime Minister Narendra Modi for their remarkable journey towards economic empowerment. During the 123rd episode of his monthly radio programme, ‘Mann Ki Baat’, on Sunday, PM Modi lauded their collective efforts in transforming their lives. These women, who were previously farm labourers, have now established a successful enterprise producing millet-based biscuits under the brand name ‘Bhadradri Millet Magic’. The biscuits have gained popularity and are being sold in markets ranging from Hyderabad to London. Additionally, the SHGs have produced and supplied around 40,000 sanitary pads to local schools and offices at affordable prices within just three months. This initiative highlights the transformative impact of self-help groups in empowering rural women and promoting sustainable entrepreneurship.
BLDE Society to Establish 100-Bed Cancer Hospital in Vijayapura
The BLDE Society has announced the construction of a 100-bed cancer hospital in Vijayapura, Karnataka. The project was initiated with the laying of the foundation stone on the premises of the BLDE Society Hospital. Minister and BLDE Society chairman M.B. Patil emphasized that the hospital aims to provide modern cancer treatment using state-of-the-art technology, reducing the need for patients to travel to distant cities like Mumbai, Bengaluru, or Hubballi. The hospital is expected to be completed within 18 months and will offer facilities such as radiotherapy, PET scans, nuclear medicine, cancer surgery, and patient accommodations. Specialist doctor Shekar Patil will lead the medical team. Key figures present at the event included BLDE deemed to be university Pro Chancellors Y. M. Jayaraj and Arun Inamdar, Vice-Chancellor R.S. Mudhol, Registrar R.V. Kulkarni, Principal Arvind Patil, and Hospital Superintendent Rajesh Honnutagi.
Month-Long E-Khata Campaign Launched in Bengaluru to Streamline Property Records
Deputy Chief Minister and Bengaluru Development Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced a month-long E-Khata campaign starting from July 1, aimed at issuing E-Khatas to property owners in Bengaluru. Speaking at the E-Khata mela in Sahakarnagar, Byatarayanapura Assembly constituency, he highlighted that the E-Khata program is a key initiative to protect property owners from fraudulent transactions and streamline civic services. The program has already issued E-Khatas to 5.34 lakh out of over 25 lakh properties in the city. The E-Khata initiative, combined with Nambike Nakshe, which provides deemed plan sanctions online, has been recognized with a gold medal for e-governance by the Union government. The Sahakarnagar mela saw significant participation, with 4,000 tokens issued and 677 final E-Khatas processed on the first day. The event was extended to Monday due to high demand. Similar E-Khata melas will be conducted in other Assembly constituencies to ensure broader coverage.
Amit Shah Inaugurates National Turmeric Board in Nizamabad to Boost Farmers' Income and Exports
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated the headquarters of the National Turmeric Board in Nizamabad on June 29, 2024, fulfilling a 40-year-old demand and a promise made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The establishment of the Board aims to strengthen the financial position of turmeric farmers by opening new markets globally. Mr. Shah highlighted that the Board would eliminate the dependency on middlemen by establishing a comprehensive value chain, including packaging, branding, marketing, and export. Turmeric, known for its antiviral, anti-cancer, and anti-inflammatory properties, is a highly sought-after product, especially Indian turmeric with its high curcumin content. The government has initiated GI tag certification and marketing for organic turmeric, with a target of achieving $1 billion in turmeric exports by 2030. Farmers will also receive training in best practices and skill development to meet export standards. In 2025, turmeric farmers received ₹18,000 to ₹19,000 per quintal, and the Board aims to increase this by ₹6,000 to ₹7,000 in the next three years. Additionally, branch offices of Bharat Organic Cooperative Limited and Bharat Cooperative Exports Limited will be opened in Nizamabad to further boost turmeric exports. Telangana Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageshwar Rao expressed gratitude to the Centre for addressing the long-standing demand of farmers. The event was attended by Union Coal Minister G Kishan Reddy, Union MoS (Home) Bandi Sanjay Kumar, BJP MP K Laxman, BJP Lok Sabha member D. Arvind, and other party leaders.
Appointments (1)
KGNU Urges DME to Expedite House Surgeons' Appointments at Kozhikode MCH
The Kerala Government Nurses Union (KGNU) has appealed to the Director of Medical Education (DME) to address the delay in appointing house surgeons at the Government Medical College Hospital (MCH) in Kozhikode. The tenure of the 2019 batch of house surgeons recently concluded, and the new batch has not yet commenced their duties. This delay has increased the workload for nurses and postgraduate doctors, who are already dealing with staff shortages. The KGNU highlighted that the situation is adversely affecting patient care in critical areas such as the emergency ward, operating theatre, critical care ward, labour room, and outpatient departments. According to KGNU Kozhikode district president Sajith Cherandathur and secretary A. Shiraj, it may take at least three months for the new batch of house surgeons to start their services.
Miscellaneous (1)
Kerala Proposes Mass Sterilisation of Bonnet Macaques to Curb Human-Wildlife Conflict
The Kerala Forest Department is planning to seek permission from the Union Ministry of Environment, Forests, and Climate Change for the mass sterilisation of Bonnet macaques, a primate species endemic to South India. This initiative is part of the 'Mission Bonnet macaque,' a 10-point programme aimed at reducing human-wildlife conflicts. Farmers and residents near forest areas have reported significant crop damage caused by these monkeys, including coconuts and other agricultural produce. The sterilisation programme will target specific locations, with sterilised animals being temporarily sheltered for recovery before being released back into their territories. The Bonnet macaque is listed under Schedule I of the Wildlife Protection Act and is classified as 'vulnerable' by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) due to a declining population. The Kerala Forest Department also plans to implement waste management programmes in eco-tourism centres to discourage feeding of the animals by visitors.
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