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US reveals no F-16 jet shot down by India?
The US leading magazine, Foreign policy, claimed that the US authorities who work on the ground duty have counted F-16 fighter jets in Pakistan’s possession and they have found none of them is missing. It means, what Indian Air Force claimed to have shot the F-16 fighter jet by Pilot Abhinandan is false, they reported.
After a prolonged debate, India asked the US government to investigate on Pak’s use of F-16 violated terms of the foreign military sale agreements. But, Pakistan has always denied using F-16 and also denied that Indian pilot has hit it on that day. Additionally, Pakistan asked the US to come and count the jets in person.
The magazine reported the news saying that two undisclosed US defence officials went to Pakistan in order to settle the matter. The investigation gave the correct count by Pakistan, it said. Now, the question arise if Indian authorities have misled the foreign community about what happened that particular day.
The magazine reports made Pakistan accuse India immediately and Director General Inter-Services Public Relations, Major Asif Ghafoor, reacted that it is now time for India to speak the truth on making false claims. “Allah be praised, truth always prevails,” he said. On the other hand, India says it has proof that Pak F-16 was shot down in February.
2019 AP Election: A repeat of 2014!
The 2014 elections in Andhra Pradesh was surrounded with many speculations. While some surveys suggested that YSRCP would come into power, other surveys pointed at TDP. It seemed like it could have been anybody’s game. Back then, TDP joined hands with BJP and YSRCP stance was unclear. Cut to the elections result, TDP emerged victorious by sweeping 102 seats out of 175, while YSRCP won 67 seats. Therefore, TDP unanimously formed the government and Chandrababu Naidu was sworn-in as the first Chief Minister of the newly formed Andhra Pradesh state.
People’s faith in CBN has been paid off. In the past five years, he has managed to develop the state despite not receiving any support from the Central Government. Today, at the National level, AP aces in various areas like energy sector, agriculture, ease of doing business, and quality of life. Further, the policies and schemes formulated by the TDP government are well received by the people of the state. Be it the loan waiver, 24X7 electricity, Chandranna bheema, pensions, or pasupu-kumkuma scheme, all of them have tremendously benefited the people. Thus, the people of AP are happy with CBN’s governance and they do not have any reason to pick anybody else over him as their next CM. CBN has truly served the people to the best of his abilities and once again proved that he is synonymous with development.
In the last five years, Jagan has toured the state in the name of ‘padayatra.’ He walked over 3,500 kms and interacted with people from different parts of the state. However, because of his padayatra, Jagan barely attended the assembly. As a leader of the opposition, he could have questioned and critiqued the government policies in the assembly rather than calling out on them through the media. Also, he should have united with TDP in the fight for a special category status. When he claims it to be his top most priority, he could have left his differences and jointly fought for the common cause. In fact, a joint fight would have put much more pressure on the Central Government. So, apart from the padayatra, there is nothing notable that Jagan can be credited for.
In the current scenario, both CBN and Jagan are in a similar space, like they were in 2014. Both of them have massive following, strong candidates from each constituency, and attractive policies.. In 2014, there was indeed a ‘Modi wave’ across the nation, but now, it seems to have wavered. So, we cannot really tell if the switch in the national alliance will have an impact on TDP’s vote share. Further, YSRCP’s stance is still unclear, but speculations are running rife that it might support the BJP. In the recent Survey by Newsx and Polstrat , TDP is leading with 43 % vote share and YSRCP is at 37% . Amidst the change in equations and speculations, it would be interesting to see who will win. Since, the situation is eerily similar to that of 2014, there are all chances that the result might also be similar because it is too strange and strong to be a mere coincidence.In the recent Survey by Newsx and Polstrat , TDP is leading with 43 % vote share and YSRCP is at 37% .
Chandrababu’s Direct Attack On Lakshminarayana
With just four more days left for election campaigning, TDP Chief N. Chandrababu Naidu is leaving no stone unturned as part of this make or break election for the party. In a first criticism directed towards, former CBI joint director V.V. Lakshminarayana who is contesting as Jana Sena’s candidate for Visakhapatnam Lok Sabha seat, Chandrababu said that people voting for Lakshminarayana is like ‘wasting their vote.’
Speaking at a roadshow in Visakhapatnam, he said: ‘Jana Sena’s candidate Lakshminarayana is waste. If you vote for him, you will put the future of the state at stake. Jana Sena is also a party that is not worth your vote. Again, if you see, YSRCP candidate, he cheats people and he has land grabbing cases on him. Similarly, other YSRCP leaders too have criminal and even, robbery cases on them. Do you want a future where these people will be your leaders?,’ he questioned the people of Visakhapatnam.
This is the first attack of Chandrababu on the former CBI joint director who he had praised earlier for his honest work in dealing with Jagan’s misappropriation cases as well as the Gali brothers’ mining cases. Lakshminarayana who was supposed to join the Telugu Desam Party, had eventually joined Jana Sena claiming that he believed in their manifesto which was humane and addressing all sections.
Well, we’ll have to see that Lakshminarayana has to say to Chandrababu’s direct attack on him!
Without Him, This Majili Would Have Been Tough
Especially in those scenes where there is no strong content, neither some stunning performances, always the background music comes handy. And it folks like SS Thaman are on the pedal, surely they will make your emotions ride at high octane pace. That’s what happened again.
For reasons unknown, composer Gopi Sundar who has given nice songs for Majili has not spared time to deliver the background music. That’s when we hear Samantha has made Thaman watch the movie, and this talented star composer of Tollywood has delivered the unexpected.
When it comes to lifting Naga Chaitanya’s cricketing episodes to a new level, Thaman’s terrific re-recording worked out magic inside theatres. Also in those scenes where Samantha acted with eyes, Thaman has made sure that his sounding and tracks will fuel the emotion to the core. We could say that Majili will be routine fare without his composer’s support.
However, audiences are feeling that Thaman should actually give some foot tapping and soul-stirring songs as well for Telugu music lovers. These days, he’s slowed down a bit on that front.
First Look Poster: Venky & Chay’s Venky Mama
The first look poster of Venkatesh and Naga Chaitanya’s ‘Venky Mama’ is out. The poster has both of them in smiles in a village backdrop.
Chay appears to be serving for Indian army and Venkatesh seems to be the happy mama in village. Though the poster promises to be a fun ride, it still keeps us curious until the teaser comes out.
The real life Mama Alludu enthralled us together in a brief combination scene in Premam and are gearing up to entertain us throughout the movie now. With F2 and Majili, Venky and Naga Chaitanya have enjoyed successes and we have to see how their Venky Mama would be.
KS Ravindra is directing ‘Venky Mama’ and it is touted to be a through entertainer.
Ravi Teja Rejects Good Scripts! What’s Up?
While Shahrukh Khan is once the King of Bollywood, in recent days he has only delivered flops to his career including that of Harry Met Sejal, Raees, and Zero, which are directed by noted directors. This is because the hero is trying to bring unwanted heroism in every single movie.
Looks like even Telugu hero Raviteja is also having similar issues as he rejects some good scripts. Despite the fact that mass raja selected scripts after taking long breaks, his movies like Nela Ticket, Touch Chesi Choodu and Amar Akbar Antony ended up as miserable movies. This is because those films have that unwanted heroism, and also stuffed with all types of masala.
However, when some young directors who are delivering content-oriented films approach Raviteja, the hero is said to be rejecting them. Recently when producer Umesh Gupta of Aditya Music fame approached Ravi with a new director and good script, the hero rejected it right away. And this producer earlier made an interesting movie, Karthi’s Khaki.
Hope Ravi hasn’t lost another game changer movie like how he refused Pokiri script, which has later made Mahesh a superstar.
Rumour: Political Pressure At Peaks On This Comedian
Bandla Ganesh has announced that he is quitting politics for good, which we do know already. It was publicised that as this comedian cum producer is in Congress party which is not posing to make any noise even in the parliamentary elections in Telangana, the comedian has quit. Is it really that?
Some reports are doing rounds that actually Bandla Ganesh is under severe pressure that he has finally decided to quit politics rather giving up to the demands of a powerful lobby. Actually, some big politicians from Telangana are said to be asking him (read it as ‘forcing him’) to throw satires on Pawan Kalyan for the Janasena president’s comments that rattled KCR and other Telangana leadership.
According to the grapevine, Bandla Ganesh was given an ultimatum to scold Pawan for calling that Hyderabad is not being a safer destination for Andhraites. As he is unwilling to criticize Janasena President, the comedian cum producer has chosen to quit politics itself. But still, will they leave him if he just quits politics?
We hear that Bandla is likely to go underground until elections in Andhra Pradesh get over.
Upset Heronie Hitting Gym For Six Hours
One of the cutest heroines who made a splashing debut in Telugu is none other than Mallu beauty Anupama Parameswaran. After she reprised her role in the Telugu version of Premam, this beauty has no looking back here. The twist is that currently, she has no film in hands, except one.
While successes of films like A..Aa and Satamanam Bhavathi worked out well for her, later no other movie did any wonders. Back to back, she has tasted four flops in a row as films like Vunnadhi Okate Zindagi, Krishnarjuna Yuddham, Tej I Love U and Hello Guru Prema Kosame has bitten the dust. In the meantime, Anu also won a bit of criticism for putting on weight.
Now that she has only Rakshasudu movie with Bellamkonda Srinivas, this Mallu siren is hitting the gym daily. We hear that she is spending almost six hours every day in the gym and might soon come up with an unimaginable figure that youths will die for. Let’s see how ill she reinvent her career as well.
Manmadhudu Worried With Rakul Preet’s Film?
The only film Rakul Preet has her in hand in Tollywood is Nagarjuna’s highly hyped sequel of Manmadhudu movie. But then, the trailer of this hottie’s latest movie is said to be worrying Nagarjuna and co a little.
Apparently, Rakul’s De De Pyaar De is something that is similar to what Manmadhudu 2 is going to offer. We hear that Manmadhudu 2 story is all about how an aged person in 50s will fall for a girl in her late 20s and what happens to his celibacy vow then. And then, the story of De De Pyaar De is also the same, except that Ajay Devgan is divorced years ago and now falls flat for Rakul.
Also with Rakul portraying a bindaas role in that Hindi version where she has flaunted extreme glamour as well, a similar characterization in Telugu might yield more trouble as people will say that the film’s story is copied. Currently, Nagarjuna and his director Rahul Ravindran are said to be assessing the situation.
Earlier Nagarjuna has a bad experience in 2013 with his ‘Greeku Veerudu’ as that film has the same storyline that of another Telugu movie. Sai Kumar son Aadi’s Sukumarudu also has the same story of a rich guy coming to a village for his property, thereby embarrassing the Akkineni senior.
Dil Raju gifts a car to his director?
Ace Tollywood producer, Dil Raju, is eminently known for taking good care of his crew members. His generosity is hugely talked among the film industry. Reportedly, Dil Raju spent his own cash to send Anil Ravipudi’s F2 unit members on a recreational trip post the success of the film at the box office.
Director Venu Sri Ram, who made MCA movie with actor Nani, was produced by Dil Raju under his banner Sri Venkateshwara Creations. The film did score well at the box office and received good response from Telugu audience. It is said that Venu has once again collaborated with Dil Raju for his next big project.
The story has been narrated to Allu Arjun and the actor reportedly said yes to the impressive script. This film is being produced under Dil Raju’s banner once again. Now, the latest update is that Dil Raju gifted Venu Sri Ram a luxurious car from Hyundai company. Earlier too, reports were rife that the producer gifted a plush car to Anil Ravipudi. However, the director rubbished the rumours.
Nevertheless, Dil Raju has always encouraged many talented/budding writers and directors in his career. We believe his noble gesture towards his team members is what makes him stand tall in the film industry.
Is Jagan indicating at patch-up with Congress?
In an interview to a national media outlet, YSR Congress President Y.S Jaganmohan Reddy hinted at “forgiving” Congress and said that he has no grievances or vengeance against anybody. This is the first time that Jagan has hinted at a likely patch-up as “Congress has promised Special Status to Andhra Pradesh” in its manifesto.
When asked if he will think about the idea of holding talks with the Congress (either with Rahul or Priyanka), he said “I have no vengeance against anybody. I believe in god and I strongly believe that vengeance is not mine but for god to decide. I have forgiven them in my heart. My state is my priority and special status is my priority.”
Jagan has repeatedly reiterated that he is keeping his options open for a post-poll scenario and that he will ally with anyone who promises Special Status to Andhra Pradesh. Interestingly, this interview has revealed that YSRCP could explore a possible patch-up with the Congress if the party comes to power in the state and the Congress wins enough seats to form a government. Whatever the situation, Jagan is making the right moves!
NRIs Spending Huge On TDP Ads!
Unlike any other political party in the Telugu states, the Telugu Desam Party has a huge following and fan base abroad in countries like the US, Australia, Japan, Singapore, UK and Canada. Non-resident Indians have always been supportive of TDP government”s works in Andhra Pradesh. Some have even gone to the extent of getting billboards and hoardings with messages of “Bring Babu Back” on America”s state highways.
The NRI community has strong backing of AP Chief Minister as they also donate funds to the party and participate in lot of development activities, village adoption and other programs. With elections just around the corner, Telugu Desam Party has been lucky to find several NRIs who are funding their campaigns. Around 1500 NRIs from the US, UK and Australia have been descending in huge numbers in the state ahead of elections. NRIs from approximately 50 countries are working on the ground to support the campaigns of the TDP.
The willingness and support of NRIs has come to boost the party”s morale as many are even making an effort to effectively communicate about TDP”s welfare programs and development works in the state. NRIs such as Komati Jayaram who is NRI TDP wing leader and a well-established businessman along with other wealthy NRIs have been spending hugely on television advertisements in Telugu news channels for the Telugu Desam Party. They are saturating all pro-TDP media outlets with these TV and digital media ads.
NRIs have also come out with a mobile campaign for TDP titled “Prachara Radham” which has a huge LED screen mounted atop a vehicle where messages of several NRIs to people of AP are being played in villages. These NRIs, whose videos are relayed on the LED screen, encourage voters to vote for the TDP for a “bright future.”
While mobile vehicles have been driving the TDP”s message in every district through “Prachara Radham,” NRIs have also been informing their family, friends and communities to vote for TDP through conference calls and extensive use of social media platforms. Well, TDP has quite the international might and outreach that a national party has!
Highlights: Pro-Poor Manifesto By YSRCP
With less than a week to go for Assembly and General Elections in Andhra Pradesh, YSR Congress Party president Y.S Jaganmohan Reddy today released the party manifesto on the auspicious occasion of Ugadi, as the astrologer predicted this year to be “Jagan’s year.”
Focussing on the “Navaratnalu,” the YSRCP manifesto reflects most weightage on welfare schemes which are pro-poor, said Jagan, who added that the manifesto was drawn up based on his Padayatra. However, a full manifesto has not been released by the YSRCP, as it is awaiting the Telugu Desam Party’s manifesto to be out.
Important points from YSRCP manifesto:
Navaratnalu – Support to women from SC, ST, BC and minority communities over 45 years of age. All loans pertaining to women’s co-operative societies are also promised to be waived under the YSR Asara.
Financial assistance of Rs.12,500 per year to farmers under the YSR Rythu Bharosa scheme. In addition to that, zero interest loans, free bore-wells and a calamity relief fund of Rs 9,000 crore for farmers. A guarantee 9-hour free power supply.
Pension age will be brought down from 65 to 60 and pension of Rs. 2000 for elderly and for the disabled, it will be Rs. 3000.
YSRCP promised to build 20 lakh houses for the poor in next 5 years. Under the Pedhalandariki Illu scheme, the houses will be registered in the name of the woman member. An additional loan on the house at 25 paise interest from banks will be given to beneficiaries.
Free medical treatment under Arogyasri if the cost of treatment is above Rs. 1000. Additionally, insurance of Rs. 1 lakh even in cases of natural death. If a member of the Muslim community passes away, the party will provide the family financial assistance of Rs. 5 lakh. The Arogyasri healthcare scheme includes all families with income below Rs. 5 lakh rupees.
Ban on alcohol in Andhra Pradesh in three phases and limit its availability only to star hotels.
Under Jalayagnam, irrigation projects will be completed. The completion of Polavaram on a war footing is on the agenda.
Total fee reimbursement for poor students. In addition to that, the YSRCP assures an allowance of Rs 20,000 to each student and Rs. 1 lakh to 1.5 lakh will be allotted to each student. Free food, hostel facility also will be provided.
Rs. 15,000 assistance to all mothers who send their children to school, under Amma Vodi.
State police to get weekly offs.
Naidu’s big joke: 20 Hyderabads in AP!
TDP chief and AP N Chandrababu Naidu’s ‘tall claims’ during his election campaigning in Andhra seem to have no end.
Though Andhra people are laughing and mocking at Naidu for his ‘unrealistic poll promises’, it did not prevent him from making more such promises.
Naidu, who is promising voters everything under the sun, if TDP is elected to power again, is now been promising to construct “20 Hyderabads” in AP, if he is made CM again.
Naidu has been making this announcement in all his election meetings for the past three days.
With this statement, Naidu is giving ‘free entertainment’ to AP people. As soon as Naidu is making this statement, AP people are bursting into laughter.
This is because Naidu failed to build even one capital city (Amaravathi) for AP in his full five-year term.
People question how can he build 20 Hyderabads, as Hyderabad is now 430-year old city and took four centuries time to reach the present stature of being an international and cosmopolitan city.
Let alone, constructing Amaravathi, Naidu could not build even a single permanent structure there in his five-year term except showing ‘graphics’ and ‘designs’ of Amaravathi city, to cheat AP people
All that Naidu could do during the last five years was constructing a temporary Secretariat, temporary Assembly building and few temporary structures to accommodate government staff in Amaravathi.
But Naidu now claims of building 20 Hyderabads in AP, if he is elected to power again.
Not only Andhra people, even people from across the world are mocking at Naidu for this ‘silly promise’ saying a person of a stature of Naidu, who was CM of Undivided AP for 10 years and CM of residuary state of AP for 5 years and over four decade long political career, is not expected to make such ‘fake promises’ of constructing 20 Hyderabads in AP.
But finally, they seem to have decided to take Naidu’s top claims in elections as ‘big jokes’ and enjoy for a while for free to relieve themselves from personal and professional tensions.
But Naidu does not seem to be realising this and continues to make this promise in every meeting evoking laughter from the public.
