BRS working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Monday launched a scathing attack on state and central governments about the shortage of urea, asserting that his party has decided not to participate in the Vice President election.

The vice-presidential election is scheduled for Tuesday, with NDA nominee CP Radhakrishnan expected to win against opposition candidate B Sudershan Reddy. NDA’s strong majority in the electoral college, along with support from other parties, positions Radhakrishnan for a comfortable victory. Polling will occur in Parliament, and the results are anticipated late in the evening, marking a significant political event.

Amidst US-India tariff tensions, Ukrainian President Zelensky endorsed US tariffs on nations dealing with Russia, despite Ukraine’s reliance on Indian-refined Russian oil. White House trade advisor Peter Navarro criticized India’s oil purchases, prompting backlash and accusations of anti-BRICS rhetoric.