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Telangana legislative council biennial election on March 23

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Hyderabad: Telangana State Legislative Council has announced the biennial elections will take place on March 23 to fill up three Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) seats.
Polling will be conducted from 9 am to 4 pm and vote counting will commence at 5 pm on the same day.
The Election Commission of India (ECI) will issue a notification for the conduct of the elections on March 6.
Candidates can file their nominations till March 13 followed by nominations scrutiny that will be done on March 14.
Deadline for withdrawal of candidatures is March 16.
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February 28, 2023
State Council | Kaikkonen returns as Minister of Defense from his parental leave

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Kaikkonen had to resign as a minister for the time off, as the law does not recognize family leave periods for ministers or MPs.
On parental leave been Antti Kaikkonen (Centre) will return as Minister of Defense on Tuesday.
The Minister of Defense who handled the task Mikko Savola (center) asks for a resignation. The change of ministers takes place during the presentation of the president in the State Council castle.
The changes caused by the change of ministers to the division of work, deputations and the composition of the ministerial committee for foreign and security policy will be discussed in an extraordinary general session of the Government immediately after the president’s presentation.
Kaikkonen has been on parental leave for about two months.
Kaikkonen had to resign as a minister for the time off, as the law does not recognize family leave periods for ministers or MPs.
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February 28, 2023
Seattle City Council votes to ban caste discrimination

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Seattle: The Seattle City Council voted today to pass a landmark ordinance to ban caste discrimination in Seattle City.
The legislation, introduced by Councilmember Kshama Sawant, outlaws caste-based discrimination. This historic decision will have far-reaching implications for the oppressed castes in the States, and everywhere that the evils of caste have spread.
“We thank Council member Kshama Sawant for sponsoring the ordinance and her advocacy on behalf of the oppressed castes and organizations representing them. We, along with our partner organizations – Coalition of Seattle Indian-Americans, Ambedkar King Study Circle, Ambedkar Association of North America and Equality Labs – had worked closely with Councilmember Kshama Sawant to help draft this legislation,” said Ram Kumar, President, Ambedkar International Centre.
Today is an important day for caste equity, social justice, and human rights.
This historic decision will have far-reaching implications for the oppressed castes in the United States, and everywhere where that the evils of caste have spread.#BanCasteInUSA pic.twitter.com/PFR3AyFnr7
— Ambedkar International Center (AIC) (@ambedkar_center) February 22, 2023
Efforts of Ambedkar International Center
Over the last two years, the Ambedkar International Center has championed caste equity and justice for the caste-oppressed through our policy and advocacy efforts including being an amicus curiae in the Cisco caste discrimination case and launching the policy initiative to add caste as a protected category in Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
The efforts of the Ambedkar International Centre were joined by a dynamic and resilient collective of more than 170 human and civil rights groups, faith communities and other non-governmental organizations, as well as experts, academics, advocates and dynamic leaders on the ground in Seattle.
“Together, we built a movement of organizations and individuals, endorsing and advancing the ordinance, informing and mobilizing people. We would like to thank MAPS-AMEN, in particular, and the Ravidassia community for their colossal support and tireless work in raising awareness and engaging the organizations and stakeholders to join the coalition to achieve this victory. We would also like to thank our policy consultant Sumit Anand for his guidance and expertise throughout the campaign. We thank all the supporters who submitted testimony today, and everyone who previously provided verbal or written comment to the Council,” added Kumar.
Seattle paved way for social change, justice and equality
“We are grateful and would like to acknowledge John Doe from the Cisco lawsuit, whose revolutionary actions, despite facing all odds stacked against him, brought the issue of caste discrimination in the tech industry and within the South Asian diaspora to a point where it can no longer be denied. This movement has stepped up on his labor, sacrifice and bravery,” said Anil Wagde, Spokesperson, Ambedkar International Centre.
“Seattle has paved the way for social change, justice and equality. We hope that the rest of the country will follow the suit soon. We are now one step closer to an egalitarian world,” added Anil Wagde. “I congratulate and appreciate the Seattle City Council for this historic step and standing by the caste oppressed. It is applaudable that the Council did not fall to the fabricated threats and tales told by right wing groups.”

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February 22, 2023
Petrol, diesel can be brought under GST ambit if council takes a call: Sitharaman

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Jaipur: Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Monday said that petrol and diesel can be brought under the GST ambit if the GST council takes a call.
She was in Jaipur to attend the post-budget press conference where she answered at length on questions related to petrol-diesel prices, inflation, rising repo rates, among other issues.
Answering a query on bringing petrol and diesel under the GST purview, she said, “Petrol and diesel can be taken under the GST if the GST council, which is not governed by any one government but finance ministers of all states, takes the call.
“The Centre government has made its intent clear by saying that we will put it as an item under GST. Now the GST council should take a call and let there be an ‘open charcha’.”
On the Congress’ allegations of vindictive approach, the finance minister said, “Investigative agencies like ED, CBI and others do a huge big homework for quite some time and when they have necessary prime facie material in their hands, after having sent a number of questionnaires and getting partial complete, or no reply, they go. It can’t be done overnight by any instinct.”
“It’s strange that a party’s past presidents, on money matters or corruption are all out on bail and that is through courts. And they speak of vindictive politics.
“Each agency going there has been bringing tangible material… some of which has been pictured by the media. Instead of accusing people of vindictiveness, they should explain to people and its own plenary as to why their people are out on bail by the court.”
She said, “The Congress party should not speak at all on corruption, and then bring in the matter of vindictiveness. It is a shame, one after the other, every Congress government has come and gone out of power on the issues related to corruption,” she said.

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February 20, 2023
India-UAE Business Council launched to boost bilateral trade and investment

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Dubai: Marking the first anniversary of the India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), the two sides have launched the UAE chapter of their joint business chamber to bolster economic ties and facilitate enhancing bilateral trade and investment.
India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) inked a CEPA on February 18 last year to boost trade ties following a virtual summit between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The UAE India Business Council – UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC) was launched on Saturday by Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, in the presence of Ambassador of India to the UAE, Sunjay Sudhir, Consul General of India in Dubai Aman Puri and founding members of the UBIC-UC.
The two nations aim to increase bilateral trade to USD 100 billion and attract USD 75 billion in investment from the UAE to India.
The UIBC-UC is poised to play a crucial role in supporting both governments in achieving these objectives and maximising the potential of the UAE-India relationship.
By leveraging the strong bond between the two nations, the council brings together key partners and stakeholders from both nations and will serve as a valuable source of policy guidance, fostering innovative collaboration between Emirati and Indian businesses.
Speaking on this occasion, Minister Zeyoudi highlighted that the establishment of the UAE Chapter of the UAE India Business Council marks a significant moment in the deepening of the relationship between the United Arab Emirates and India.
He also mentioned that the Council will play a critical role in supporting the two governments in their joint mission to boost bilateral trade and investment. He expressed confidence that it will catalyse innovative collaboration between our two great nations.

Ambassador Sudhir said, “The launch today marks a significant milestone in the strengthening of the relationship between the United Arab Emirates and India.”
The UIBC-UC will serve as the counterpart organisation to the UIBC India Chapter, which was established in New Delhi on September 3, 2015, by Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, and Sushma Swaraj, then Minister of External Affairs of India.
The UAE India Business Council – UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC) has been set up with the approval of UAE’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation and the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India.
The UIBC-UC will operate under the supervision of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce & Industry and has been registered as a legal and financial entity with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce. The council will have its office in Abu Dhabi and will be a pan UAE body focussing on promoting trade and investment relations between the UAE and India. Membership to UIBC-UC will be by invitation only, and institutional members will be invited over time.
Faizal Kottikollon, Chairman, of KEF Holdings, who has been appointed as the Chairman of UIBC-UC, said the council’s focus will be to identify significant strategic projects that can be undertaken by both countries.
“This includes investments in large infrastructure projects in India, advancements in manufacturing and technology, and providing Indian manufacturers with the ability to use the UAE as a base for their global expansion,” he said.
Rizwan Soomar, CEO & MD (India Subcontinent) at DP World, will serve as the Co-Chairman of UIBC-UC.
Major General (Retd.) Sharafuddin Sharaf, who serves as the Chairman of the UIBC India Chapter, will also hold the position of Vice Chairman of UIBC-UC.
The founding members of the UIBC-UC from the UAE side are Mubadala Sovereign Wealth Fund of the UAE, Wizz Financial, DP World, EMAAR, Emirates Airlines, and Emirates NBD Bank.
From the Indian side, large conglomerates such as TATA, Reliance, and Adani as well as tech innovators like OLA, Zerodha, Udaan, and EaseMyTrip along with prominent Indian entrepreneur led Corporations based in the UAE such as KEF Holdings, Buimerc Corporation, Apparel Group, EFS and Lulu Financial are represented.
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February 19, 2023
UAE-India Business Council launched to boost bilateral trade

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Dubai: Marking the first anniversary of India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), the top business houses of India and UAE came together to open the UAE India Business Council – UAE Chapter (UIBC-UC), to bolster economic ties and facilitate shared goal of enhancing bilateral trade and investment.
The UIBC-UC was launched by UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, in the presence of Ambassador of India to the UAE Sunjay Sudhir, Consul General of India in Dubai Aman Puri and founding members of the UBIC-UC.
The founding members of the UIBC-UC from the Indian side, large conglomerates such as TATA, Reliance, and Adani are represented, as well as tech innovators like Ola, Zerodha, Udaan, and EaseMyTrip, along with prominent Indian entrepreneur-led corporations based in the UAE such as KEF Holdings, Buimerc Corporation, Apparel Group, EFS and Lulu Financial. From the UAE side are: Mubadala – Sovereign Wealth Fund of the UAE, Wizz Financial, DP World, EMAAR, Emirates Airlines, Emirates NBD Bank.
The two nations aim to increase bilateral trade to $100 billion and attract $75 billion in investment from the UAE to India. The UIBC-UC is poised to play a crucial role in supporting both governments in achieving these objectives and maximising the potential of the UAE-India relationship. By leveraging the strong bond between the two nations, the council brings together key partners and stakeholders from both nations and will serve as a valuable source of policy guidance, fostering innovative collaboration between Emirati and Indian businesses.
Speaking on the occasion, Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi highlighted that the establishment of the UAE Chapter of the UAE India Business Council marks a significant moment in the deepening of the relationship between the United Arab Emirates and India. He also mentioned that the Council will play a critical role in supporting the two governments in their joint mission to boost bilateral trade and investment.
Indian Ambassador to the UAE, Sunjay Sudhir, said, “The launch today marks a significant milestone in the strengthening of the relationship between the United Arab Emirates and India. I extend my sincere congratulations to all the founding members of the UAE India Business Council and look forward to seeing the Council’s initiatives drive greater prosperity for both nations.”
The UIBC-UC will serve as the counterpart organisation to the UIBC India Chapter, which was established in New Delhi on September 3, 2015, by UAE Minister for Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan and then Indian Foreign Minister Sushma Swaraj, during the 11th Session of the India-UAE Joint Commission Meeting.
Chairman KEF Holdings, Faizal Kottikollon, who has been appointed as the Chairman of UIBC-UC, said that “The council’s focus will be to identify significant strategic projects that can be undertaken by both countries. This includes investments in large infrastructure projects in India, advancements in manufacturing and technology, and providing Indian manufacturers with the ability to use the UAE as a base for their global expansion.”

CEO & MD (India Subcontinent) at DP World, Rizwan Soomar, will serve as the Co-Chairman of UIBC-UC.
Major General (Retd) Sharafuddin Sharaf, who serves as the Chairman of the UIBC India Chapter, will also hold the position of Vice Chairman of UIBC-UC.
On the occasion, Consul General of India in Dubai, Aman Puri, expressed his gratitude to the Founding Members of the UAE India Business Council (UIBC-UC) for their support in establishing the organisation. He highlighted the platform’s significance in providing a space for UAE and Indian businesses to collaborate, identify new opportunities, and overcome existing challenges.
Vikas Anand, who brings 25 years of experience in banking and was recently the group head of operations for First Abu Dhabi Bank, has been named as the Chief Operating Officer for UIBC-UC and will be responsible for advancing the Council’s mission to strengthen bilateral trade and commerce between the two nations.
The launch of the UAE Chapter on Saturday coincides with the first anniversary of the signing of the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries on February 18, 2022, underscoring the deep commitment of both nations to strengthening their economic and business relations.
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February 18, 2023
UN Security Council extends Yemen sanctions until November

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United Nations: The UN Security Council adopted a resolution to renew Yemen sanctions measures of asset freeze and travel ban until November 15, 2023.
Resolution 2675, unanimously adopted by the 15-member council, said that the situation in Yemen continues to constitute a threat to international peace and security, Xinhua news agency reported.
The council reaffirmed in the resolution “its strong commitment to the unity, sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity of Yemen”.
The council also decided to extend the mandate of the Panel of Experts tasked to assist in the implementation of the sanctions regime until December 15, 2023, and requested the Panel of Experts to provide a final report to the Security Council no later than October 15, 2023.
(Except for the headline, the story has not been edited by Siasat staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
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February 16, 2023
Banda Prakash elected Deputy Chairman of Telangana Legislative Council

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Hyderabad: Banda Prakash Mudiraj of ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) was Sunday unanimously elected as the Deputy Chairman of the Telangana Legislative Council.
As he was the only candidate in the fray, he was declared elected unopposed for the post.
Chief Minister K. Chandrasekhar Rao, Council Chairman Gutta Sukhender Reddy, Minister for Legislative Affairs V. Prashanth Reddy and leaders of various political parties congratulated Banda Prakash on his election as Deputy Chairman.
The chief minister said the election of Banda Prakash as the Deputy Chairman is a matter of pride for all. He said coming from an ordinary family, Banda Prakash worked hard to come up.
The chief minister recalled the services of the member for Mudiraj community.
Banda Prakash began his political career as a municipal councilor in 1981. He was appointed general secretary of the party in 2017.
He was elected as member of Legislative Council in 2021 from MLAs quota.

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February 12, 2023
Banu Prasad Rao appointed as Govt Chief Whip in Telangana Legislative Council

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Karimnagar: The ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government on Saturday appointed MLC Thaniparthi Bhanu Prasad Rao as the government chief whip in the Telangana Legislative Council.
Rao, a member of the Legislative Council for the fourth time is a resident of Karimnagar, an official release said.
He was the Chairman, the House Committee on Rajiv Rahadari APLC and also a member of the Committee on Public Accounts, Minorities Welfare.
Graduated in Architecture, Rao is a senior leader of the ruling Bharath Rashtra Samithi (BRS), the release said.
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February 11, 2023
Bhanu Prasad Rao appointed as Govt Chief Whip in Telangana Legislative Council

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Karimnagar: The ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) government on Saturday appointed MLC Thaniparthi Bhanu Prasad Rao as the government chief whip in the Telangana Legislative Council.
Rao, a member of the Legislative Council for the fourth time is a resident of Karimnagar, an official release said.
He was the Chairman, the House Committee on Rajiv Rahadari APLC and also a member of the Committee on Public Accounts, Minorities Welfare.
Graduated in Architecture, Rao is a senior leader of the ruling Bharath Rashtra Samithi (BRS), the release said.
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February 11, 2023