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I'm not familiar with corrupt politics of Cong, CPI-M: BJP Kerala chief

On his maiden visit to Kannur district, Chandrasekhar addressed the "Vikasitha Keralam convention" here, and said "I know the politics of development. Our goal is to bring opportunities, jobs and investments to Kerala".
Dripping sarcasm, he said "V D Satheeshan's comments were absolutely correct- I do not know the politics of corruption and cheating that the traditional ruling parties Congress and CPI(M) have been practicsng for decades in Kerala."
Chandrasekhar also dismissed Satheeshan's allegation that he was "not proficient in Malayalam language".
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German Chancellor Merz arrives in Bengaluru

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Hyd: Minister Seethakka unveils Sammakka Saralamma song CD

13 Jan 2026 | 1:56 PM

Hyderabad, Jan 13 (UNI) Telangana Panchayat Raj Minister Danasari Anasuya Seethakka on Tuesday unveiled a song CD dedicated to the Sammakka Saralamma Jathara at Praja Bhavan.

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Cong-led UDF wins Vizhinjam ward in special poll, LDF suffers setback

13 Jan 2026 | 1:38 PM

Thiruvananthapuram, Jan 13 (UNI) The Congress-led United Democratic Front (UDF) on Tuesday registered a crucial victory in the special election to the newly constituted Vizhinjam ward of the Thiruvananthapuram Corporation, dealing a significant setback to the ruling CPI(M)-led Left Democratic Front (LDF) in a keenly fought civic contest that had wide political ramifications.
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Karnataka ready to clarify Hate Speech Bill to Governor: Home Minister

13 Jan 2026 | 1:37 PM

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Telangana: Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao dedicates Manchukonda Lift Irrigation Project to the nation

13 Jan 2026 | 1:27 PM

Khammam, Jan 13 (UNI) Telangana Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageswara Rao on Tuesday dedicated the Manchukonda Lift Irrigation Project (MLIP) to the nation and formally inaugurated the scheme by switching it on at V. Venkatayapalem.

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