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Kavitha gets one more shock in Delhi Liquor Scam April 12, 2024 20:11

Kavitha gets one more shock in Delhi Liquor Scam:- K Kavitha, a leader of BRS, has been placed in the custody of the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) until April 15 for her alleged involvement in a liquor policy scam. Following her arrest by the probe agency, Kavitha appeared in court where Special Judge Kaveri Baweja of Rouse Avenue Courts made the decision. According to the CBI, Kavitha is considered a significant participant in the liquor policy case and is withholding information known only to her. The agency therefore requested a 5-day custody. "In previous proceedings, Kavitha was examined, but based on the evidence discovered during the investigation...the role of her statements revealed that she is one of the main conspirators in the excise policy. She did not cooperate with the investigation, providing unjustifiable reasons for her absence...During questioning, she failed to give satisfactory explanations regarding her involvement...It is necessary to confront her with evidence to uncover the broader conspiracy related to the liquor policy," explained the counsel for the CBI. Kavitha was arrested by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) on the evening of March 15 in connection with a money laundering case related to the excise policy. At the time of her arrest by the CBI, she was already in judicial custody. Kavitha was brought in for questioning while in jail. The CBI stated in their application that Sarath Reddy had joined the alcohol business in Delhi with Kavitha's assurance of having connections in the Delhi Government and offering assistance. According to the CBI, Kavitha had asked Sarath Chandra Reddy to pay Rs. 25 crores for the 05 retail zones he was allotted, claiming that she had already paid Rs. 100 crores upfront to the Aam Aadmi Party through Vijay Nair. The CBI believed that Kavitha's examination was necessary to explore her involvement in the criminal conspiracy related to the creation and implementation of the Excise Policy. Senior Advocate Vikram Chaudhary, representing the BRS leader, argued that the arrest was illegal and unconstitutional. He questioned the timing of the arrest, pointing out that the evidence presented by the CBI was from at least a year ago.

Record budget for Jathara episode in Pushpa: The Rule April 12, 2024 19:30

Record budget for Jathara episode in Pushpa: The Rule:- Director Sukumar's highly anticipated sequel, Pushpa 2: The Rule, is currently in production and has recently released a teaser that has generated a lot of excitement among fans. The teaser showcases a breathtaking 'jatara' scene, which is a traditional celebration of a South Indian festival. Reports suggest that this scene alone cost a staggering INR 60 crore to film. The teaser provides a glimpse into the grandeur of the scene, featuring Allu Arjun as Pushpa Raj, dressed in a stunning blue pattu sari with intricate body paint, elaborate jewelry, and traditional ghungroos. This attire, known as 'Mathangi vesham,' represents his participation in the Gangamma Thalli jatara held in Tirupati. While the exact cost of the scene remains undisclosed by the production team, sources reveal that it required a significant budget to create the elaborate set. The scene was meticulously crafted as it holds great importance in the film's storyline. Allu Arjun even endured severe back pain but persevered to complete the scenes, showcasing his dedication to the project. These details highlight the significance of this scene in the overall narrative of the film. It is worth noting that this jatara sequence has previously garnered attention and generated excitement. Filming for Pushpa 2: The Rule had to take a break due to the extensive shooting schedule and the physical toll it took on Allu Arjun. It was reported that he experienced back pain while filming a song and fight sequence in the jatara get-up. Alongside Allu Arjun, this star-studded film also features Rashmika Mandanna, Fahadh Faasil, Jagapathi Babu, Brahmaji, and Anasuya Bharadwaj. The music for the film will be scored by Devi Sri Prasad. Pushpa 2 will be released in Telugu, as well as dubbed versions in other South Indian languages and Hindi. Fans who enjoyed Pushpa: The Rise in December 2021 are eagerly anticipating what Pushpa 2 has in store, especially after this sneak peek into the extravagant jatara scene!

Ram Charan to be honoured with Doctorate April 11, 2024 19:55

Ram Charan to be honoured with Doctorate:- Ram Charan has left an indelible mark on the film industry, captivating audiences with his exceptional acting skills and magnetic personality. He has garnered a large following of devoted fans who admire his talent and charisma. Since his debut in 2007, he has consistently delivered outstanding performances in every film he has been a part of. Throughout his illustrious career, Ram Charan has been honored with numerous awards and has continually raised the bar for excellence. From his very first movie to his most recent blockbuster, RRR, he has consistently pushed boundaries and set new standards in the industry. His unique sense of style, flawless acting, and unwavering commitment to quality have established him as a recognized brand in the world of cinema. He will receive a Doctorate from the prestigious Vels University. In a prestigious event, Ram Charan will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest, joining the esteemed list of notable individuals who have previously held this role. Last year, the convocation was honored to have Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman as the Chief Guest. On the professional front, Ram Charan is eagerly preparing for his upcoming film, 'Game Changer'. Directed by the renowned Shankar, this high-budget entertainer is set to hit theaters in September 2024. Additionally, the actor has also announced his collaboration with director Buchi Babu Sana for an exciting project in the pipeline.

Geethanjali Malli Vachindi Movie Review, Rating, Story, Cast & Crew April 11, 2024 19:27

After the success of the movie Geethanjali, Seenu (Srinivas Reddy) along with his friends Ayaan (Sathya), Arudra (Shakalaka Shankar), and Athreya (Sathyam Rajesh) face a series of failures that makes them jobless. And then suddenly, they receive a call from Vishnu (Rahul Madhav) who is a businessman in Ooty, seeking their services in directing a horror film but with Anjali as the main actress. The team begins shooting at Sangeet Mahal and what happened next forms the story of Geethanjali Malli Vachindi.

NTR to join the sets of War 2 April 11, 2024 15:51

NTR to join the sets of War 2:- War 2 has generated a great deal of anticipation among fans, who are eagerly awaiting the collaboration between Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR. The filming of this exciting project commenced in November 2023, with Ayan Mukerji directing action scenes in Italy. During this time, Jr NTR was occupied with the shooting of Devara. The main attraction of War 2 lies in seeing Hrithik Roshan portray the hero, while Jr NTR takes on the role of the antagonist. This will mark the RRR star's debut in Bollywood. According to a report, the two actors are set to begin shooting on April 12, 2024, with some crucial scenes being filmed in and around Mumbai. The schedule will span ten days. Hrithik Roshan recently wrapped up the filming of his introductory sequence at the Shaolin Temple in Japan, accompanied by Ayan Mukerji. On April 11, 2024, Jr NTR will arrive in Mumbai to join the production and shoot some high-energy sequences for the movie. Hrithik Roshan has already commenced filming for the project. The production team is notorious for their strict confidentiality measures on set. They are implementing stringent measures to safeguard against any image leaks. This precautionary action was prompted by the incident in Italy. War 2 is highly anticipated by all fans of Jr NTR, as his character holds intriguing nuances that will captivate the masses. Insiders suggest that he is set to astonish everyone with his performance. Jr NTR garnered international acclaim following his involvement in RRR.

K Kavitha Arrested By CBI Inside Tihar Jail April 11, 2024 15:24

K Kavitha Arrested By CBI Inside Tihar Jail:- K Kavitha, a prominent leader of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), has been apprehended by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) within Tihar Jail on charges of money laundering. This case is linked to the Delhi liquor policy. The arrest follows a recent interrogation of Kavitha by the investigative agency while she was in judicial custody. Kavitha, who is the daughter of former Telangana chief minister K Chandrashekar Rao, has been accused of being a significant member of the "South Group." This group is alleged to have paid the ruling Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) in Delhi a substantial sum of ₹ 100 crore in exchange for a major stake in liquor licenses in the nation's capital. She was remanded to 14-day judicial custody last Tuesday. Earlier, on March 15, the Enforcement Directorate had arrested her from her residence in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. Recently, CBI officials were granted permission by a special court to question Kavitha within the prison. The interrogation focused on WhatsApp conversations found on the phone of co-accused Buchi Babu, as well as documents related to a land transaction. It is alleged that ₹ 100 crore was paid to the AAP as kickbacks in order to influence the excise policy in favor of a liquor lobby in Delhi. In a letter addressed to the court, Ms. Kavitha expressed her concerns regarding the investigation conducted by central agencies. She referred to it as a "media trial" and emphasized how it has negatively affected her reputation and invaded her privacy. The letter, which was read out in court by her lawyer, stated that her personal and political standing had been deliberately targeted. Furthermore, she lamented the fact that her mobile phone had been publicly displayed on various television channels, thereby directly violating her right to privacy. In an effort to cooperate with the agencies, she provided them with all necessary bank account details. Additionally, she assured the court that she would hand over any mobile phones that the ED claimed she had destroyed. (Video Source: ETV Telangana)

Kalki 2898 AD to release in June? April 10, 2024 20:23

Kalki 2898 AD to release in June?:- Prabhas is gearing up for his new film Kalki 2898 AD directed by renowned director Nag Aswin of Mahanati fame. Although the original plan was for the film to be released in theaters on May 9, 2024, it seems that the producers have decided to postpone the release to the next day. According to our sources, the makers of Kalki 2898 AD are looking at June 20, 2024 as the current release date. Initially, there were rumors that the film would be postponed due to the upcoming local elections. However, the official release date of the has not yet been determined by the producers and the final announcement will be made on April 17th. There were also rumors that Prabhas' Kalki 2898 AD will be postponed to May 30, 2024 instead of the original date, but it seems that the makers are considering releasing a later film. The film attracts great attention, especially because it is the first dystopian film of its kind in Indian cinema. This movie stars a talented cast including Prabhas in the lead role along with Kamal Haasan, Deepika Padukone, Amitabh Bachchan, Disha Patani and many others. This dystopian science fiction movie is not only based on Hindu scriptures but is also set in the unknown world of 2898 AD. The film was shot simultaneously in both Telugu and Hindi and is said to be one of the most expensive Hindi films ever made. The film not only makes an exploration film in a new genre, but also explores themes of Hindu mythology and focuses on the character Kalki, who is believed to be the eleventh incarnation of Lord Vishnu. Prabhas is already lined up to act in many films. Apart from Kalki 2898 AD, the Rebel star will also be seen playing an important role in Raja Saab, Maruthi's comedy-horror film and reportedly a lot of VFX will be used. The actor has also been roped in to play an honest and angry young cop in Sandeep Reddy's upcoming film Spirit, which is expected to release towards the end of next year.

Elon Musk to meet Narendra Modi April 10, 2024 20:08

Elon Musk to meet Narendra Modi:- Tesla CEO Elon Musk will visit India this month to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. He is also expected to make a statement about his plans to invest in the country and open new factories, Reuters reported, citing sources with knowledge of the matter. According to reports, the billionaire will meet Prime Minister Modi in New Delhi in the last week of April. According to Reuters, Elon Musk will explain his plans for India in various ways. It was previously reported that Tesla executives are expected to visit India this month to inspect the factory, which will be a major investment of $2 billion. A report published in The Hindu Business stated that Tesla may be looking for a local partner to start its operations in India. The company is in talks with Reliance Industries for a possible joint venture to set up a factory in India, the newspaper reported, citing people familiar with the matter. "Discussions are in the early stages and have been going on for more than a month," said a person familiar with the development. “Tesla has allocated $2 billion to its plans in India and is exploring various locations to set up factories, but in Maharashtra the may be born. The report also stated that Tesla chose the location where it will use this facility as a domestic and export facility. Therefore, you can choose a good place outside in the ports.

Congress has greater appeal among women says Revanth Reddy April 10, 2024 19:18

Congress has greater appeal among women says Revanth Reddy:- The Congress party seems to have garnered strong support from female voters in the state, thanks to its Mahalakshmi, Gruha Jyothi, and Indiramma housing initiatives. Thousands of women are benefiting from the Mahalakshmi free bus program, receiving 200 units of free power each month, purchasing gas cylinders for Rs 500, and obtaining one-time assistance for Indiramma houses. In 13 out of the 17 Lok Sabha constituencies in the state, women voters outnumber men, indicating that the Congress party is likely to receive a higher percentage of the female vote. In the recent Assembly elections, the Congress party triumphed in 37 out of 56 constituencies where women voters surpassed men, clearly demonstrating the extensive support base it has built through the implementation of Mahalakshmi, Gruhalakshmi, and Indiramma Houses programs. According to the most recent voter data released by the Election Commission of India (ECI) in March for the Lok Sabha elections, there are more female voters than male voters in Adilabad, Peddapalli, Karimnagar, Nizamabad, Zaheerabad, Medak, Mahbubnagar, Nagarkurnool, Nalgonda, Bhongir, Warangal, Mahbubabad, and Khammam constituencies. In these constituencies, women have the potential to play a crucial role in determining the political fate of parties. As of February this year, the total number of voters in the state stands at 3,29,19,735. Out of this, women voters make up 1,65,87,221, while men voters are 1,64,31,777, and there are 2,737 third gender voters. The number of women voters exceeds that of men by 1,55,444, and this gap is expected to increase further before the polling takes place. Notably, the Nizamabad constituency has the highest margin with 90,953 more female voters compared to male voters. To attract the attention of women voters, the Congress, BJP, and BRS are going the extra mile. The Congress is aggressively promoting the Mahalakshmi scheme, which offers free travel in TSRTC buses. They highlight that nearly 30 lakh women have benefitted from this scheme since its launch on December 9, 2023, resulting in a total savings of Rs 1,177 crore in travel expenses within four months. On average, each household saves up to Rs 2,000 per month in travel expenses. Additionally, nearly 40 lakh households are availing gas cylinders at a subsidized rate of Rs 500 each.

EC suspends 106 govt employees in Telangana April 10, 2024 19:03

EC suspends 106 govt employees in Telangana:- On Tuesday, the Election Commission suspended a total of 106 government employees in Telangana's Siddipet district for violating the model code of conduct. This action was taken after the employees attended a meeting organized by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS), which was called by P Venkatarami Reddy, a former IAS officer-turned-politician and BRS candidate for the Medak Lok Sabha seat. Reddy and another BRS leader were also accused of holding the meeting without permission from the election authorities, resulting in an FIR being filed against them. The suspension of the government employees came after a complaint was lodged by the BJP candidate for the Medak Lok Sabha seat, M Raghunandan Rao. Rao alleged that the staff of the District Rural Development Agency (DRDA) had attended a meeting where money was distributed. Upon investigation, the district returning officer's flying squad found that 10-15 employees were present at the function hall. CCTV footage retrieved from the function hall owner confirmed that 106 government employees had attended the meeting and money had been exchanged. As a result, all of them were suspended on Tuesday. The former Siddipet collector, who later ran for MLC with the BRS, found himself in a controversy when he paid his respects to the former chief minister, K Chandrasekhar Rao, by touching his feet. Additionally, his family's real estate company successfully acquired important parcels of land during the Kokapet land auctions. (Video Source: idtv News)