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Cong Faces Opposition Over Reservation for Madigas in Telangana

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2 years ago

February 5, 2025

Concerns have been raised regarding the Scheduled Caste categorization recently introduced by the Telangana Congress government, particularly by Manda Krishna Madiga, who led the movement. He claims that the categorization has erroneously included forward castes among the most backward SC groups. Madiga argues that his community deserved an 11 percent reservation but was allocated only 9 percent instead.

In the meantime, the Congress party is also confronting internal dissent over backward class reservations, having issued a show-cause notice to MLC Teenmar Mallanna. Mallanna has accused the caste census of being a ploy to further marginalize backward classes.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy is set to convene a meeting with party MLAs and key leaders tomorrow to prepare for the upcoming local body elections, following the resolution of the SC categorization and increased reservations for backward classes.

Manda Krishna Madiga, leader of the Madiga Reservation Porata Samithi, stated, “The categorization has overlooked the Madigas’ backwardness and numerical strength, and instead categorized groups based on political motivations. The most forward castes have been placed in Group A, which is designated for the most backward SCs.” He accused the administration of favoring the politically influential Mala community and criticized state health minister Damodar Rajanarsimha, who is Madiga himself, for not adequately protecting Madiga interests.

Madiga previously orchestrated a rally in collaboration with Prime Minister Narendra Modi to advocate for SC categorization. A judicial commission formed by the state government recommended that the 59 SC sub-castes in Telangana be grouped into three categories, placing Madigas in the second group with a reservation of 9 percent.

Meanwhile, the Congress disciplinary committee has issued a show cause notice to MLC Teenmar Mallanna for his criticism of the state’s caste census findings, asserting that the data has been manipulated to reduce backward classes’ reservation. He even burned a copy of the caste survey statement during an Assembly session. Despite receiving the notice, Mallanna has persisted in his opposition to the caste census.

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Couple Uses Dupatta to Rescue Biker from Flash Flood

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2 weeks ago

September 1, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: A family in Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba risked their lives to rescue a biker trapped in a flash flood following heavy rainfall.

The incident occurred on the Kakiara-Tunuhatti road in the Bharmala area of Bhatiyat. Heavy rain caused water to flood the road, creating a strong and dangerous current.

The biker struggled to stay safe as he was caught in the fast-flowing water. Two women, including a newlywed woman, quickly used a dupatta as a makeshift rope to rescue him.

The biker held onto the dupatta while the family members pulled him towards safety. Another person also joined the rescue effort.

A video of the incident has gone viral on social media. The family’s courage and quick thinking have received widespread praise online.

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Two Arrested for Alleged Assault on Minor Girl in Moving Bus

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2 weeks ago

August 31, 2026

Namma Kudla

Noida: Two men, including a bus driver and conductor, have been arrested for allegedly gang-raping a 16-year-old girl on a moving sleeper bus in Greater Noida.

Police said the incident occurred on August 4 when the girl boarded an empty bus while travelling to Noida Sector 63.

The accused allegedly assaulted the girl and later abandoned her near Kashmere Gate in Delhi, around 40 kilometres away.

Following the survivor’s complaint, police launched an investigation and arrested both accused from Timarpur in North Delhi.

The bus has been seized, and CCTV footage and forensic evidence are being examined.

Further investigation is underway.

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21-Year-Old Model Murdered Inside Home, Gym Trainer Accused

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3 weeks ago

August 27, 2026

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New Delhi: A 21-year-old woman was allegedly stabbed to death inside her home in West Delhi on Wednesday. The police suspect her gym trainer, identified as Imran, in the case.

The victim, identified as Muskan, was a student and model. She was reportedly alone at her home on the second floor of a building in Tilak Nagar when the incident took place.

According to the police, Imran allegedly attacked Muskan with a knife. He then fled from the spot.

Neighbours heard Muskan’s screams and rushed to her house. They found her lying in a pool of blood.

The neighbours immediately took her to a nearby hospital. However, she died while undergoing treatment.

Police teams have launched a search for the accused. Investigators are also checking CCTV footage from the area to trace his movements.

Muskan’s friend Aman said she was the youngest of three sisters. He said her elder sister, who is in Chandigarh, called him after learning about the attack.

Aman said he immediately asked another friend to reach the house and take Muskan to the hospital. By the time he arrived, an ambulance had already taken her away.

He also claimed that Muskan’s sisters had earlier told him that Imran used to harass her. He said Imran had allegedly behaved in a similar manner in the past.

The police are investigating the exact motive behind the murder. Further details are awaited.