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Near Hyderabad’s Ramoji Film City, authorities seized over 400 kg of Ganja hidden beneath coconuts in a DCM transport vehicle, valued at around ₹2 crore. The joint operation by Rachakonda Narcotics Police and EAGLE led to three arrests from Rajasthan under the NDPS Act, while two key suspects remain at large as investigations continue.
India is gearing up for Dussehra 2025, celebrating the symbolic triumph of good over evil. Adding to the festivities, Prime Minister Modi will join the celebrations in the national capital, Delhi. Officials say he is scheduled to attend the IP Extension Ramlila Committee event in Patparganj, East Delhi, at 6 PM today for the traditional […]
Israel issued a final warning for Gaza City residents to flee as Hamas considers Trump’s peace plan. Heavy bombardment continues, with the army encircling the city and seizing key corridors. Those remaining risk being labeled terrorists. Residents face dangerous displacement, while Hamas calls the warning a prelude to escalating war crimes.
Arab and Muslim leaders are urging Hamas to accept Trump’s Gaza plan, prioritizing an end to fighting over details. While some governance and security questions remain, the plan promises halted violence, Palestinian residency, Gaza’s reconstruction, and Israeli withdrawal. It was swiftly endorsed by foreign ministers from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Egypt, and others.
Jane Goodall, pioneering primatologist and conservationist, has died at 91. Her immersive chimpanzee research in Tanzania revealed tool use and complex emotions, reshaping science and inspiring millions. Later, she became a tireless global advocate, traveling worldwide into her 90s, spreading hope and urging protection of nature.
The RBI announced that ₹5,884 crore worth of ₹2,000 notes remain in circulation as of September 30, 2025, down sharply from ₹3.56 lakh crore on May 19, 2023, when their withdrawal was announced. While still legal tender, 98.35% of the notes have been returned. Exchange and deposit facilities continue at RBI’s 19 issue offices and […]
Slaughterhouses and all meat shops under GHMC limits are ordered to remain closed today, Oct 2, in observance of Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti. These orders were issued based on the resolution of the Standing Committee under Section 533 (b) of the GHMC Act-1955. The steps will be taken to protect the sanctity of Gandhi Jayanti by […]
Vijay has temporarily postponed all upcoming rallies after the deadly Karur stampede claimed 41 lives and injured over 60 people. The actor and Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam chief had been actively touring Tiruchirappalli, Namakkal, and Karur as part of his “meet the people” campaign. The party announced the pause following the tragic incident.
IPS officer Shivadhar Reddy assumed charge as Telangana DGP today. A 1994-batch officer, Reddy emphasised police modernisation, skill upgradation, and tech use for upcoming elections. He urged Maoists to surrender, assuring support. Former Intelligence Chief post-Telangana formation, Reddy also served in Railways and Road Safety in this top role.
The Jan Suraaj Party submitted a memorandum to the Bihar Governor seeking Deputy Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary’s removal. Serious allegations were raised by party founder Prashant Kishor against Choudhary. A delegation led by national president Uday Singh and Bihar State chief Manoj Bharti visited Raj Bhavan to present the demand.
Congress MP Imran Masood and Samajwadi Party MLA Shahnavaz Khan were stopped by police from visiting conflict-affected Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh. They planned to travel early morning by train to meet police officials and assess the situation firsthand. However, authorities confined them to their residences, preventing their visit to the city.
Hyderabad’s Salar Jung Museum will be closed on Oct 2 for Gandhi Jayanti and Dasara. Typically open Saturday to Thursday, it shuts on Fridays and select holidays like Republic Day and Milad-un-Nabi. Known for its global art collection, the museum founded by Salar Jung III remains a major cultural attraction along the Musi River in […]
The Union Government is likely to approve the proposal to increase Dearness Allowance (DA) for central govt employees and pensioners. Around 1 crore central government employees and pensioners will benefit from this move. DA will be paid by the union government to combat the inflation rises in the household expenses of employees.
Mumbai has recorded the highest number of economic offences among other cities in 2023. 6,476 cases were registered last year, and 5,671 cases were reported in 2021. Hyderabad placed 2nd with 5,728 registered cases, followed by Jaipur with 5,304 cases. Among the states, Rajasthan topped the list with more financial fraud cases registered.
At least 69 people died after a 6.9-magnitude earthquake struck Cebu province in the central Philippines Tuesday night around 10 pm. The quake hit Bogo City and nearby towns, trapping residents in collapsed homes, nightclubs, and businesses. Rescuers, aided by troops, police, volunteers, backhoes, and sniffer dogs, began house-to-house searches today.