POLITICS
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Apr- 2025 -3 April
Infant succumbs to bird flu in Andhra Pradesh
The girl died on March 15, and Pune-based National Institute of Virology later confirmed that she had contracted bird flu after testing her sample Narasaraopeta (Andhra Pradesh): A two-year-old girl from Andhra Pradesh succumbed to bird flu more than a fortnight ago, an official said on Wednesday. The infant died on March 15, and the Pune-based National Institute of Virology (NIV) later confirmed that she had contracted bird flu after testing her sample. “The girl died of bird flu while undergoing treatment at AIIMS-Mangalagiri,” the official told PTI. However, the official said only the infant had contracted bird flu in her entire household, which surprised authorities. There were no reported bird flu cases in Palnadu district, and we could not determine how the…
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3 April
AIMPLB plans to challenge Waqf Bill in court, calls it a ‘black law’
The Waqf legislation is being taken up for debate and passage in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. If passed by the Lower House, the bill will be tabled in the Rajya Sabha New Delhi: The All India Muslim Personal Law Board (AIMPLB), a major organisation representing Muslims in India, on Wednesday said it will challenge the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in court, calling it a “black law” that threatens the rights of the community. The Waqf legislation is being taken up for debate and passage in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday. If passed by the Lower House, the bill will be tabled in the Rajya Sabha. Criticising the bill at a press conference, AIMPLB member Md Adeeb claimed it is an attempt to seize…
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3 April
Centre gives in principle approval for civil aircraft operations from Adilabad airfield
Telangana government’s request for development of an airport in Adilabad for civil operations examined in consultation with the Indian Air Force, says Director (IAF) with Ministry of Defence Hyderabad: The Centre has agreed in principle to the State government’s proposal for civil aircraft operations from the Adilabad airfield. According to a letter written to the Telangana Special Chief Secretary (Transport, Roads & Buildings) by Sanap Bajirao Ramnath, Director (IAF) with Ministry of Defence, and which was shared by the State Information and Public Relations Department, the request of the State government for development of an airport in Adilabad for civil operations was examined in consultation with the Indian Air Force. The IAF envisages setting up of a training establishment at the…
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3 April
Jimmy Patronis wins special election in Florida’s 1st Congressional District
Patronis, the State’s chief financial officer, fended off a challenge from Democrat Gay Valimont even though she far outraised and outspent him Ormond Beach: Republican Jimmy Patronis won a special election Tuesday in Florida’s 1st Congressional District, bolstered by President Donald Trump’s endorsement to fill a vacant seat in reliably Republican northern Florida and despite national Democrats pouring millions into the race. Patronis, the State’s chief financial officer, fended off a challenge from Democrat Gay Valimont even though she far outraised and outspent him. He will fill the northwest Florida seat vacated by former Rep. Matt Gaetz, who was chosen to be Trump’s attorney general but withdrew from consideration amid allegations of sexual misconduct, which he has denied. Valimont benefited from…
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3 April
New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker sets record with marathon Senate speech
Booker took to the Senate floor on Monday evening, saying he would remain there as long as he was “physically able.” It wasn’t until more than 25 hours later that the 55-year-old senator finished speaking and walked off the floor Washington: In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening, setting a historic mark to show Democrats’ resistance to President Donald Trump’s sweeping actions. Booker took to the Senate floor on Monday evening, saying he would remain there as long as he was “physically able.” It wasn’t until more than 25 hours later that the 55-year-old senator, a former football tight end, finished…
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3 April
Game-Changing Solar Innovation: Japan develops solar panels that could generate energy as much as 20 nuclear reactors
The country developed perovskite solar panels are not only more efficient than regular panels, but also have potential to generate power as much as 20 nuclear reactors Hyderabad: It is no wonder that Japan lives in the future. Their technological innovations, advancements and sustainable ways to live life have always astonished the world. This time, the country is bringing a huge breakthrough in solar technology—perovskite solar panels. The perovskite solar panels are not only more efficient than regular panels, but also have potential to generate power as much as 20 nuclear reactors. The journey towards energy transformation in Japan was shaped by the devastating earthquake and tsunami that struck the country in 2011. The destruction has led to the Fukushima nuclear…
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3 April
Indian boxer Jadumani Singh reaches World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025 semifinals in 50 kg category
Jadumani beats 2024 World Boxing Cup silver medallist Ellis Trowbridge of Great Britain to reach semifinals HYDERABAD: A resilient display under pressure saw national champion Jadumani Singh Mandengbam overcome the formidable Ellis Trowbridge of Great Britain to reach the semifinals of the 50kg category at the World Boxing Cup Brazil 2025 on Tuesday. Trowbridge, the 2024 World Boxing Cup finals silver medallist, began the bout in his usual aggressive style, but the Indian was prepared to absorb the pressure and find ways to land his punches, earning a 3:2 split decision in his favour. He will now face former Asian U-22 champion Asilbek Jalilov for a place in the final. However, India’s challenge in the 75kg, 85kg and 90+ kg categories…
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3 April
26 pc levy on imports from India in Trump’s reciprocal tariffs
Other countries hit with higher rates are the UK, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, the EU, Vietnam, Cambodia, Switzerland, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Washington: US President Donald Trump has announced a base-line rate of 10 per cent on all imports and higher individualised rates for dozens of countries that included 26 per cent for India, 34 per cent for China and 20 per cent for the EU. Other countries hit with higher rates are the UK, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Taiwan, the EU, Vietnam, Cambodia, Switzerland, Bangladesh, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. “India, very, very tough,” President Trump said on Wednesday, reading out the new levies from a chart. “Very, very tough. The Prime Minister just left. He’s a great friend of mine, but…
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2 April
Two bike mechanics arrested for online betting in Adilabad
Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan urged the public to be cautious of applications promoting online betting Adilabad: Two mechanics were arrested for allegedly indulging in online betting here on Tuesday. Two mobile phones were seized from their possession. Superintendent of Police Akhil Mahajan said two motorcycle mechanics, Jogu Sai Kumar from Kachakanti village and Shaik Sajeed from Ramai village were apprehended while committing the offence on a mobile phone-based application in a sports ground, following a tip-off. Mahajan urged the public to be cautious of applications promoting online betting. Betting would cause financial losses and has forced several youngsters even to end their lives, he said, warning of stringent action against those who indulge in the act and organize it. He…
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2 April
Drinking water crisis likely to hit people in Karimnagar town, 494 habitations
Besides Karimnagar town, 494 habitations in three segments are also supplied drinking water from LMD under the Mission Bhagiratha scheme. These habitations are also likely to face hardships for drinking water as summe sets in. Karimnagar: People in Karimnagar town are likely to face severe drinking water problems in summer with the water levels in Lower Manair Dam, the lone water source for the town, falling drastically. Besides Karimnagar town, 494 habitations in three segments are also supplied drinking water from LMD under the Mission Bhagiratha scheme. These habitations are also likely to face hardships for drinking water as summe sets in. At present, 5.7 TMC of water is available in LMD as against its storage capacity of 24 TMC. Only 3.6 TMC…
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