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Vijay joins anti-SIR chorus, blames EC for keeping everyone in dark about its purpose

Chennai, Nov 15 (UNI) Joining the chorus against the Election Commission’s ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral
rolls, actor-turned neta and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) President today squarely blamed the poll panel for the reigning confusion and the lingering doubts in the minds of the electorate about their status as a voter.
“The right to vote is the most important right guaranteed by the Indian Constitution for us in Tamil Nadu. As it concerns our lives, it is vital for anyone to be identified as alive,” he said in a video message, posted on his ‘X’ timeline, asking, “Will you believe that none in Tamil Nadu have any right to vote. Not only me, it is the predicament of lakhs of people.”
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AP: Minister Lokesh seeks Centre’s backing for AI Skill census, startups

16 Dec 2025 | 12:05 AM

Vijayawada, Dec 15 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for Education, IT and Electronics, Nara Lokesh on Monday met union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology and Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, at Parliament in New Delhi, following his recent visit to the United States.

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Hyd: Raghu Vamsi expands India’s defence capabilities

15 Dec 2025 | 11:22 PM

Hyderabad, Dec 15 (UNI) In a strong boost to India’s defence manufacturing ecosystem, Raghu Vamsi Aerospace Group, having developed India's first 40 KGF micro turbojet engine, suitable for UAVs and cruise missiles, on Monday announced the launch of a new DeepTech design, production, and integration facility while unveiling six indigenous UAV and autonomous defence products developed entirely in India.

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Axar ruled out of remaining two T20Is

15 Dec 2025 | 10:56 PM

Lucknow, Dec 15 (UNI) India allrounder Axar Patel has been ruled out of the remaining two IDFC First Bank T20 Internationals against South Africa due to illness, the Board of Control for Cricket in India said on Monday.

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Karnataka leadership issue back as DKS meets Gandhis in Delhi

15 Dec 2025 | 10:33 PM

Bengaluru/New Delhi, Dec 15 (UNI) After a brief lull, the simmering leadership issue in the Karnataka Congress resurfaced on Monday, with Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar holding meetings with senior party leaders, including Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi in the national capital on Monday.

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Virupaksha Organics, Sigachi Industries to expand operations in AP

15 Dec 2025 | 10:18 PM

Vijayawada, Dec 15 (UNI) Hyderabad-based Virupaksha Organics Limited and Sigachi Industries Limited expanding their operations in Orvakal Andhra Pradesh is rapidly strengthening its position as a preferred destination for pharmaceutical manufacturing, with Hyderabad-based Virupaksha Organics Limited and Sigachi Industries Limited expanding their operations in Orvakal, Kurnool district.

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