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Ex-YSRCP MLA Detained in Kidnapping and Intimidation Case

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1 year ago

February 13, 2025

Vallabhaneni Vamsi, a former MLA and leader of the YSR Congress Party (YSRCP), was apprehended by the Andhra Pradesh Police in Hyderabad on Wednesday. His arrest is linked to an incident involving an assault on the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) office in Gannavaram, after which he was transported to Vijayawada.

The YSRCP condemned his arrest, arguing that the charges are unfounded and asserting that the coalition government led by Chandrababu Naidu is engaging in vindictive politics against opposition figures.

The ex-MLA from Gannavaram, who had previously secured anticipatory bail, was taken into custody from an upscale apartment complex in the Raidurgam area. He is accused of pressuring the complainant, M Satyavardhan, to retract his allegations.

Charges against Vamsi include intimidation, kidnapping, and witness tampering, with violations cited under various legal provisions including the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Following his arrest in Hyderabad, he was brought to the Krishna Lanka police station for questioning. His lawyer claimed that the non-bailable charges leveled against him are unjust, stating, “This is illegal detention. He is innocent and has previously been safeguarded against all prior allegations. This is a new case.”

During the incident, Vamsi’s wife attempted to follow the police vehicle but was stopped by officers in Nandigama.

AP Agriculture Minister K. Atchannaidu alleged that Vamsi had intimidated M Satyavardhan, a computer operator at the TDP office, during the mob attack on the party’s premises. Atchannaidu noted that after being threatened, Satyavardhan had retracted his complaint, prompting a new report from the complainant’s mother.

The minister dismissed claims that Vamsi was arrested out of vindictiveness.

The YSRCP contended that Vamsi’s arrest stemmed from a fabricated case aimed at silencing opposition voices. The party accused Satyavardhan of being coerced into implicating the former MLA in the TDP office attack.

Party spokesperson Jupudi Prabhakar Rao argued that YSRCP leaders and supporters are being falsely accused while actual offenders evade justice. The YSRCP further criticized former IPS officer A.B. Venkateshwara Rao, previously suspended by the former government, for allegedly engaging in vindictive tactics and misusing police authority.

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Jammu University Introduces Fuel-Saving Measures

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23 hours ago

May 14, 2026

Namma Kudla

National : The University of Jammu has announced several fuel-saving measures following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation. Vice-Chancellor Prof Umesh Rai said the university has decided to conduct all PhD viva voce examinations online to reduce travel and save fuel.

The university will also prefer virtual speakers for national and international conferences. In another step, the Academic Council meeting planned in Poonch has been shifted to the Jammu University campus to avoid unnecessary travel.

Prof Rai said the measures will help save fuel, time and resources. He also encouraged university staff to use bicycles and carpool while travelling to the campus.

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One Year On: Pahalgam Attack Still Haunts the Nation

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3 weeks ago

April 21, 2026

Namma Kudla

National: One year after the deadly terror attack in Pahalgam, the nation remembers the 26 people who lost their lives. The attack took place on April 22 at Baisaran, a popular tourist spot.

At first, reports said only five people were injured. Later, it became clear that it was one of the worst terror attacks in the region in decades. Terrorists came out of the forest and opened fire on tourists.

Survivors said the attackers separated men from women and children. They then shot the men at close range. Many victims were reportedly targeted after being asked about their religion.

A heartbreaking image of Himanshi Narwal sitting beside her husband’s body became a symbol of the tragedy. Her husband, a naval officer, was among those killed.

The group The Resistance front, linked to Lashkar-e-Taiba, claimed responsibility. The case was investigated by the National Investigation Agency.

After months of tracking, security forces launched Operation Mahadev. On July 28, 2025, all three terrorists were killed after a long search operation.

The attack remains a painful memory and a reminder of the need for strong security.

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Social Media Influencer-Turned Gangster Held Abroad

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1 month ago

April 9, 2026

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New Delhi: Rao Inderjeet Yadav has been arrested in Dubai. He is wanted in a murder case from Haryana.

He fled India in 2024 after a businessman was killed in Rohtak. Police had been searching for him since then. Officials said Dubai authorities have asked for documents. He is likely to be brought back to India soon.

Yadav faces more than 15 criminal cases. These include extortion, fraud, and illegal land deals. The Enforcement Directorate also investigated him for money laundering. Raids led to the seizure of cash, cars, and documents.

He also ran a music company called Gems Tunes. It produced regional songs.

Yadav had a large social media following. He often showed his rich lifestyle online. He has denied all charges. He claims he is being framed.

Police are now preparing for further action.