MLA’s role in podu land beneficiary selection opposed
The Hindu
Govt. urged to implement FRA in letter and spirit
Vociferously opposing the State government’s move to entrust the responsibility of selecting the eligible beneficiaries for sanction of pattas for podu lands with the legislators, the Telangana Girijana Sangham (TGS) has reiterated its demand for strict implementation of the Forest Rights Act, 2006, by scrupulously following its provisions in letter and spirit.
In a statement, TGS district general secretary Bukya Veerabhadram has charged the State government’s move to vest the responsibility of sanctioning the pattas for podu lands to the MLAs as tantamount to undue political interference “undermining” the spirit of the FRA and interests of tribals and other traditional forest dwellers.
“The State government should desist from the detrimental move and announce a time-bound action plan to re-examine the claims of tribals and other forest dwellers which were rejected earlier without citing any specific reasons, receive applications for podu lands and resolve the podu land issues by following the due process of law diligently,” he said.
Actor Govinda joins 40-star campaigners for Shiv Sena in upcoming Municipal Corporation polls set for January 15.
New escalators are coming to foot over bridges at Chromepet and Taramani, enhancing pedestrian access and safety.
J&K Bank awarded ‘Best MSME Bank’ for excellence in MSME support and CSR initiatives at the 2025 MSME Banking Awards.
Over the decades, the Anglo-Indian Grand Christmas Ball in Chennai has stepped into many venues, from Railway enclaves to private halls. It has left an indelible mark on some of these venues, Faiz Mahal and Shiraz Hall, both in Egmore, counted among them. This Christmas Day (December 25), Faiz Mahal is playing host to yet another Grand Christmas Ball. The soiree is organised by Anglo-Indians but by no means restricted to them. In these times of dwindling Anglo-Indian presence even in enclaves with a distinctive Anglo-Indian flavour, this event signifies an effort to preserve a cultural tradition that has enriched Chennai
Bombay HC criticizes BMC for neglecting air pollution, warns against approving new mega projects without compliance measures.
CBI to challenge Supreme Court suspension of Kuldeep Sengar's life sentence in Unnao rape case, citing victim safety concerns.
Vaishnaw credits Make-in-India push for Bengaluru plant after Rahul Gandhi touts Karnataka ecosystem
Vaishnaw credits Make-in-India for Bengaluru's success, acknowledging Rahul Gandhi's praise of Karnataka's thriving business ecosystem.
A special POCSO court in Tamil Nadu has sentenced accused, Kale Biswakarma, 35, from Assam, to undergo imprisonment for remainder of his natural life in case relating to abduction and rape of an eight-year-old girl in Arambakkam in Tiruvallur district
The ‘ban’ on films at the International Film Festival of Kerala is worrying
Minister Muthusamy defends DMK as a positive force, attributing its support to effective governance and public welfare initiatives.
Madurai residents embraced the festive spirit as Christmas eve celebrations unfolded across the city on Wednesday night. Iconic churches were transformed with vibrant illumination, shimmering ornaments, and elaborate nativity displays.
ED arrests Chandra Prakash Gupta in a $15 million illegal call-center scam targeting U.S. nationals, with ongoing investigations.
Light to moderate rain expected in Tamil Nadu until December 28, with dry weather in the south and possible rain on December 30.