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Congress Designates Vijayshanthi as Candidate for Telangana MLC Elections

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1 year ago

March 10, 2025

The Congress party has announced Telugu actress-turned-politician Vijayshanthi as a candidate for the upcoming MLC elections, following the decision by the party’s high command to allocate one of the available seats to the CPI.

Five seats are up for grabs, with the AICC naming three candidates and reserving one for their ally, the CPI, while the BRS is anticipated to secure the fifth seat. This move reflects Congress’s commitment to fulfilling promises made during the Assembly elections by granting an MLC seat to the CPI.

The inclusion of Vijayshanthi on the candidate list has taken political observers by surprise, as her name had not surfaced in prior discussions. A well-known figure, she actively campaigned for the party during the Assembly elections but had since maintained a low profile.

Additionally, Addanki Dayakar, a grassroots leader of Congress and a notable participant in the Telangana movement, will also receive a ticket after being overlooked in the previous Assembly elections. The third candidate announced is Kethavath Shankar Naik, a seasoned tribal leader. With the selections of Vijayshanthi, Dayakar, and Naik, the party has effectively addressed representation for BC, SC, and ST candidates. However, the list notably lacks any inclusion of minority leaders.

There had been discussions regarding the nomination of a forward caste leader, leading to substantial lobbying from both established and emerging party members. Ultimately, the AICC opted to bypass this contentious issue by reserving a seat for the CPI.

The newly appointed AICC in-charge, Meenakshi Natarajan, has been engaging with various leaders to address growing internal discord within the party as the MLC elections approach. MLAs will cast their votes directly for the five MLC positions, with the deadline for filing nominations set for March 10. Should either Congress or the BRS field additional candidates, an election will be triggered.

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Couple Uses Dupatta to Rescue Biker from Flash Flood

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5 days 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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6 days 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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1 week 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.