Telangana

    Congress cadre from Telangana CM Revanth Reddy’s Kodangal constituency join BRS

    The activists extended their support for former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, praising his pro-farmer initiatives Hyderabad: Around 30 activists from Daultabad mandal of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s Kodangal constituency in Vikarabad joined the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) in the presence of former MLA Patnam Narender Reddy on Wednesday. He inducted the Congress activists and leaders into the BRS with the party’s pink scarves on the occasion. The activists extended their support for former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, praising his pro-farmer initiatives and declared their commitment to ensuring the BRS government returns to power. On the occasion, former MLA Narender Reddy said the BRS is organising Rythu Maha Dharna programme at Shabad in Chevella constituency on January 17. The protest will be attended by BRS working president KT Rama Rao and other senior leaders. Narender Reddy urged BRS leaders and supporters from Kodangal constituency to participate in large numbers…
    Telangana

    CPI (M) 4th State level meeting to be held from January 25 in Sangareddy

    A host of CPI (M) leaders from across the nation would also participate in the four-day meeting Sangareddy: CPI (M) Politbureau member Brinda Karat will be the chief guest for the fourth State ‘Mahasabha’ which will be held from January 25 to 28 in Sangareddy. A host of CPI (M) leaders from across the nation would also participate in the four-day meeting. Party district secretary Gollapally Jayaraju and other leaders unveiled the posters of the maha sabha during a programme here on Wednesday. He said that the fourth state-level meeting would help to strengthen the party base in Telangana.
    Telangana

    Over Rs 1,000 crore placed on bets as cockfights go on unabated on TG-AP borders

    The organisers make elaborate arrangements for the cockfights with spacious rings, barricades and shamianas as part of Sankanti festival Khammam: Even as the police claimed to have taken measures to curtail cockfights, they have been going on unabated on the Telangana-Andhra Pradesh borders for the last week with hundreds of crores of rupees laid as wager. Cockfights were organised at Veleru near Burgampad mandal, at Chodavaram near Bhadrachalam, at Maraigudem near Dummugudem mandal, at Nellipaka, and other places on Wednesday, the 3rd day of Sankranti festival, Kanuma. Youngsters from Bhadrachalam, Burgampad, Dummugudem, Kothagudem, Sathupalli, Madhira Khammam, and other places in Telangana have been placing bets on the cockfights. While some won, the majority of them ended up losing lakhs of rupees. The organisers made elaborate arrangements for the cockfights with spacious rings with barricades and shamianas. The locals wanted the police in the respective areas to raid and stop the betting,…
    Telangana

    Over 150 cotton bags burnt in fire at Khammam market yard

    The locals who spotted the fire alerted the farmers, who rushed to the market and salvaged some of the cotton bags Khammam: A fire broke out at the cotton yard in Khammam agriculture market late on Wednesday evening. According to sources, the fire broke out in a shed at the market where around 400 bags of cotton were stored. The locals who spotted the fire alerted the farmers, who rushed to the market and salvaged some of the bags, and stopped the fire from spreading. The market was closed for the past five days in view of the Sankranti festival and staff could not arrive on time at the spot as it was a holiday. Before the firefighters arrived at the market over 150 bags were said to have been burnt and the timely action of the locals averted major damage. The reason for the fire and the extent of the…
    Telangana

    Young B Tech graduate’s death triggers protests in Khammam

    Sanjay’s family members, colony residents, and friends staged a protest at the Karunagiri bridge area demanding that the police nab those responsible for his death Khammam: The death of B Tech graduate P Sanjay Kumar (22), of Rajiv Swagruha Colony in Khammam rural mandal in the district a couple of days ago triggered protests here on Wednesday. Sanjay’s family members, colony residents, and friends staged a protest at the Karunagiri bridge area demanding that the police nab those responsible for his death. They alleged that the police were sidetracking the case while maintaining that the youth was killed when he tried to save a girl from unidentified assailants. The colony youths took out a protest rally when Sanjay Kumar’s body was taken to the colony. Khammam rural ACP Tirupathi Reddy, town ACP A V Ramana Moorthy, and others visited the spot and Government General Hospital where the autopsy was performed. Meanwhile,…
    National

    TASA’s Veterans Day celebrations culminate with conclave at Secunderabad

    The events which included a job fair, medical camp and Veterans outreach programme for resolution of their grievances were attended by more than 2,000 ex-servicemen Hyderabad: The Veterans Day Celebration 2025, organised under the aegis of Telangana & Andhra Sub Area (TASA), culminated with a conclave at Secunderabad. The events which included a job fair, medical camp and Veterans outreach programme for resolution of their grievances, were attended by more than 2,000 ex-servicemen (ESM) during a period of four days. More than 180 ex-servicemen/ dependents were shortlisted for job during the job fair at Golden Palm Sainik Bhavan. Two ESM and one Veer Nari were handed offer letters on the spot. An estimated 700 ex-servicemen/ dependents attended the medical camp at MH Golconda and availed facilities of free eye and dental checkup and distribution of medicines by empanelled hospitals and Jan Aushadhi Kendra respectively. The two days outreach with Veterans for redressal of grievances was also well subscribed, and more than 1,500 ex-servicemen availed benefits in terms of, on the spot resolution of grievances, digital life certificate (DLC) by face authentication and…
    National

    ‘Boss is coming soon’: Banner with KCR, CBN and Balakrishna in Khammam triggers political debate

    Unidentified persons displayed the flex with photos of BRS president and former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao, AP CM N Chandrababu Naidu and Tollywood star Nandamuri Balakrishna extending Sankranti greetings Khammam: A flex banner put up by the side of a road at Muggu Venkatapuram village of Kallur mandal in Khammam district has triggered a political debate and has gone viral on social media. Unidentified persons displayed the flex with photos of BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Tollywood star Nandamuri Balakrishna extending Sankranti greetings to the locals. It is a common practice to extend festival greetings with the photos of someone’s favourite leader or actors as they see fit. There were instances wherein such flexis led to political controversies and discussions. The flex at Muggu Venkatapuram raised curiosity among the locals and passersby due to the combination of photos as well as the…
    National

    Denied entry to Mohan Babu University, Manchu Manoj meets Nara Lokesh

    After landing at Renigunta Airport, Manoj and his wife Monika drove to Mohan Babu University in a huge rally. However, police stopped them from entering the university, citing court orders Tirupati: Actor Manchu Manoj was stopped from entering Mohan Babu University by police here on Wednesday amid the feud with his father and veteran actor Manchu Mohan Babu. After landing at Renigunta Airport from Hyderabad, Manoj and his wife Monika drove to Mohan Babu University in a huge rally. However, police stopped them from entering the university, citing court orders. Police personnel were deployed at the university following information that Manoj would be arriving there. Manoj later went to Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu’s native village Naravaripalli and met his son and State Minister Nara Lokesh. The actor and his wife were with the minister for 20 minutes. From there, the couple headed to A. Rangampeta to participate in an animal fair. Manoj’s aides said he planned to visit the university in the evening to pay tributes to the grandparents at their samadhi. Police have taken precautionary measures to prevent any untoward incident as Mohan Babu and his…
    National

    Lakhs of people throng rooster fight arenas despite police warning in Andhra Pradesh

    Thousands of arenas were set up in NTR, Krishna, Eluru, East Godavari and West Godavari districts on the third day of Sankranti festivities; crores of rupees reportedly changed hands in betting Not paying heed to the warnings by the police against rooster fights, lakhs of people thronged the arenas set up for the banned traditional sports across Andhra Pradesh during the Sankranti festivities. Elaborate arrangements were made at the venues for rooster fights as people from all walks of life including celebrities, NRIs and businessmen gathered to watch the sports. Rooster fights were conducted under the flood lights at many places. Gambling, Gundata, Numberlata and other banned games related to betting were also organised at the arenas. Huge tents with seating facilities were arranged for the audience. Not paying heed to the warnings by the police against rooster fights, lakhs of people thronged the arenas set up for the banned…
    National

    Boy falls off first floor at Tirumala facility in Andhra Pradesh, dies

    Three-year-old slips through staircase grill of Padmanabha Nilayam while playing with brother Tirupati: A three-year-old boy died after he slipped through the grill of a staircase in a Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) facility here on Wednesday, police said. “The boy accidentally fell down while playing with his brother. They came with their parents for darshan (visiting the deity),” the official said. The incident occurred around 3.30 pm when the boy slipped from the first floor of Padmanabha Nilayam near verandah number three, said the official. According to police, the family was waiting to visit the deity on Thursday evening when this tragedy happened and it came from Chinna Chow village in Kadapa district. Police registered a case and are probing the incident.

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      22 October
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      BRS MLA Gangula’s mother passes away in Karimnagar

      Karimnagar Mayor, BRS leaders consoled the MLA and other family members. Karimnagar: BRS leader and Karimnagar MLA Gangula Kamalakar’s mother Narsamma died of ill-health on Tuesday morning. Karimnagar Mayor Y Sunil Rao, BRS leader and former minister Koppula Eashwar, party town president Challa Harishankar and others visited the house of legislator and paid tributes to Narsamma. They consoled the MLA and other family members.

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    • 21 October
      195

      Woman falls to death while escaping from monkey attack in Nirmal

      Khanapur Sub-Inspector A. Rahul reported that Bongoni Laxmi, a beedi-rolling worker, sustained severe head injuries from a fall that led to her immediate death. She was attempting to escape an attack by monkeys when the incident occurred. Nirmal: A 50-year-old woman died on the spot when she fell down in an attempt to escape from being attacked by a troop of monkeys at Vidyanagar in Khanapur town on Monday. Khanapur Sub-Inspector A Rahul said Bongoni Laxmi, a beedi-rolling worker, received serious head injuries when she fell, resulting in instantaneous death for her. She was trying to escape from being attacked by monkeys.NextStay She was asleep when the troop of monkeys created noise on her tin-roofed house. Ganga Goud, the husband of…

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    • 21 October
      191

      Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala’s wedding prep begins with Pasupu Danchadam ceremony

      On Monday, the ‘Made In Heaven’ actress shared pictures from the Pasupu Danchadam ceremony on her Instagram, marking the beginning of wedding festivities in Telugu culture. She captioned the post, “Godhuma Raayi Pasupu danchatam And so it begins.” Mumbai: Actress Sobhita Dhulipala and Telugu star Naga Chaitanya, who are set to tie the nuptial knot soon, have flagged off their wedding festivities. On Monday, the ‘Made In Heaven’ actress took to her Instagram, and dropped pictures from the Pasupu Danchadam ceremony which marks the starting of wedding festivities in Telugu culture. She wrote in the caption, “Godhuma Raayi Pasupu danchatam And so it begins”. For the occasion, the actress opted for a coral and green-toned silk saree, paired with a golden blouse. She braided her…

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    • 21 October
      194

      Group-I exams: Several BRS leaders placed under ‘house arrest’

      Police personnel were deployed in a large number at the Nandi Nagar residence of BRS working president KT Rama Rao in Banjara Hills Hyderabad: With Group-1 Mains exams commencing from Monday, the police placed several BRS leaders including the party working president KT Rama Rao in an unofficial house arrest and prevented them from venturing out. They have been advised to go inside their homes and outsiders are not being allowed to meet these BRS leaders. Police personnel were deployed in a large number at the Nandi Nagar residence of BRS working president KT Rama Rao in Banjara Hills. The entire area has been under the strict vigil of hundreds of policemen and tens of their vehicles. Similarly, the police were deployed at the residences…

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    • 21 October
      247

      US elections: Pennsylvania emerges key State for both Harris, Trump

      Experts feel that Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump are headed for a cliffhanger in the State Washington: Pennsylvania, the State that played a vital role in the US War of Independence, has emerged as the ground zero for the 2024 presidential elections. Political experts feel that Democratic nominee Kamala Harris and her Republican rival Donald Trump are headed for a cliffhanger in the State. One needs 270 electoral college votes to win the presidential race and each of the 50 States in the US has a different number of electoral college votes. Pennsylvania has 19 while California, a Democratic bastion, has 54 electoral college votes, followed by Texas — a Republican stronghold — 40. Given the political support in each State,…

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    • 21 October
      234

      President Subianto constitutes Indonesia’s largest-ever Cabinet with 109 members

      Names his Cabinet of Ministers, Vice Ministers and head of national agencies ‘Red and White Cabinet’, referring to the colours of the country’s flag Jakarta: Newly sworn-in President Prabowo Subianto announced Indonesia‘s largest-ever Cabinet late on Sunday, with 109 members representing his pledge for a strong government. He named his Cabinet of Ministers, Vice Ministers and head of national agencies the ‘Red and White Cabinet’, referring to the colours of Indonesia’s flag. Subianto became the eighth President of Southeast Asia’s largest economy on Sunday. The Cabinet of Subianto’s predecessor, Joko Widodo, had 34 Ministers and heads of government agencies. Subianto had said earlier that he needs a strong administration, even though analysts said his “fat” Cabinet would bloat the bureaucracy. “I want to create a strong…

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    • 21 October
      193

      Planning to visit Maldives this winter? Then this news is for you

      President Mohamed Muizzu decides to take the necessary steps to introduce India’s UPI system Male: Maldivian President Mohamed Muizzu has decided to take the necessary steps to introduce India’s Unified Payment Interface (UPI) in the Maldives. The move is expected to bring significant benefits to the Maldivian economy, including increased financial inclusion, improved efficiency in financial transactions, and enhanced digital infrastructure, the President’s Office said in a statement on Sunday. The decision was made after the Cabinet thoroughly discussed a paper submitted by the Minister of Economic Development and Trade at a Cabinet meeting, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the matter. “In this regard, President Dr Muizzu has decided to set up a consortium to introduce UPI in the Maldives,” the statement added. Muizzu suggested that…

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    • 21 October
      182

      Cyclonic storm may hit Odisha-West Bengal coasts by October 24

      According to weather officials, wind speeds along and off the Odisha-West Bengal coasts are anticipated to reach 60 km/h from October 23 Bhubaneswar/Kolkata: A cyclonic circulation over the North Andaman Sea is likely to intensify into a cyclonic storm and reach the Odisha–West Bengal coasts by October 24, bringing heavy rainfall and gusty winds in both the States, the Met office said on Sunday. According to weather officials, wind speeds along and off the Odisha-West Bengal coasts are anticipated to reach 60 km/h from October 23, increasing to 120 km/h from October 24 night to October 25 morning. Fishermen of both the States have been advised against venturing into the sea from October 23 to 26 as the condition is likely to remain rough. The…

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    • 21 October
      181

      I carry my father’s roar: Baba Siddique’s son

      Zeeshan Siddique says killers have “turned their sight” on him, but he can’t be intimidated Mumbai: Legislator Zeeshan Siddique, son of slain NCP leader Baba Siddique, has said his father’s killers have “turned their sight” on him, but he can’t be intimidated as he has the blood of a lion in his veins and carries his “roar”. Former Maharashtra Minister Baba Siddique was fatally shot, prima facie by three persons, near the office of Zeeshan Siddique in Bandra area of Mumbai on October 12 night. “They silenced my father. But they forget — he was a lion and I carry his roar within me, his fight in my veins. He stood for justice, fought for change and withstood the storms with unwavering courage,” Bandra (East) MLA Zeeshan…

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    • 21 October
      185

      J&K: Pak-based terror outfit TRF takes responsibility for attack on civilians

      TRF chief Sheikh Sajjad Gul, based in Pakistan, is the mastermind of this attack, say sources Srinagar: Pakistan-based terror outfit The Resistance Front (TRF) has owned responsibility for Sunday’s terror attack on unarmed, innocent civilians in Jammu & Kashmir‘s Ganderbal district, official sources have confirmed. Sources said, “TRF Chief Sheikh Sajjad Gul, based in Pakistan, is the mastermind of this attack. On his instructions, the local module of TRF became active, which for the first time targeted Kashmiri and non-Kashmiri people together. The number of terrorists who carried out the targeted killing of seven civilians in Gagangir area of Ganderbal district is believed to be two to three.” This incident has been carried out by the local module of TRF. This module was doing…

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