The second phase of Telangana’s Panchayat polls is scheduled for tomorrow, Dec 14. Election Commission officials will deploy polling equipment to stations tonight. Voting will take place for 3,911 sarpanch posts, while 415 sarpanch positions and 8,304 ward seats have been unanimously decided in this phase, ensuring a smooth continuation of local body polls.
In view of the severe cold wave affecting several parts of Bihar, the state govt has revised the timings of all govt schools. Primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools will now function from 9:30 am to 4 pm. The schedule includes a prayer session from 9:30 to 10 am, 8 periods, and a 40-minute […]
The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Department will grandly organize Visakha Utsav, a beach festival, along the Visakhapatnam coast from January 23 to 31, 2026. Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu released the event poster today. The festival aims to attract domestic and international tourists with food festivals, cultural performances, and adventure sports.
A young man experienced a shocking revelation while attempting to marry his beloved. During the registration process, he found out that his girlfriend was already married, a fact she had kept hidden from him. Devastated by the betrayal, the man broke down in tears right at the court, overwhelmed by the unexpected turn of events.
After chaotic scenes at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata, where fans damaged seats and threw water bottles at Lionel Messi, he left without playing the match and is now headed to Hyderabad. With the match scheduled in Uppal this evening, police and stadium staff are on high alert to prevent any untoward incidents and ensure […]
Thousands of fans at Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata expressed anger after Lionel Messi’s scheduled match was cancelled. Frustrated spectators threw bottles and removed barricades in protest. The cancellation left the crowd disappointed, leading to tense scenes at the venue, as authorities struggled to manage the situation and ensure safety for everyone present.
The NMUA said Andhra Pradesh’s Stri Shakti free bus scheme has significantly increased RTC passenger traffic, especially among women. Due to heavy rush, conductors are struggling to verify Aadhaar details during travel. To ease operations, the union urged the government to revise the ticketing system and issue tickets only to male passengers.
Popular astrologer Venu Swamy, known for celebrity horoscopes, had earlier announced he would stop making such predictions after controversy over his comments on Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita. In a twist, Tollywood actress Pragati claimed she performed special pujas with him, stating those rituals helped her win four medals in weightlifting.
Kusuma Krishnamurthy, former AP’s Amalapuram MP passed away in the early hours of today following a heart attack at a hospital in Delhi. A three-time Congress MP from the Amalapuram Lok Sabha constituency, he also served as Union Minister for Petroleum, Chemicals, and Fertilizers. Krishnamurthy was widely recognized as an outstanding Parliamentarian.
Football legend Lionel Messi is visiting Hyderabad today, prompting police to impose traffic restrictions in Uppal from 12 noon to 12 midnight. Traffic will be diverted at several points in the area. Messi will stay at Falaknuma Palace and attend the ‘Meet & Greet with Messi’ event at Sayantram Palace, officials confirmed.
House Oversight Chair James Comer warned that Bill and Hillary Clinton could face contempt proceedings if they continue refusing depositions in the Jeffrey Epstein probe. He said the Clintons have stalled and ignored months of outreach from investigators. Comer added that action will begin if they do not appear next week or commit to a […]
A US-mediated peace proposal outlines a path for Ukraine to join the European Union by January 1, 2027. Negotiations between American and Ukrainian officials are shaping the plan, with active backing from Brussels. According to individuals briefed on the document, the proposal aims to support a broader settlement to end the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
LoP Rahul Gandhi lauded his party MPs for their performance during debates on Vande Mataram and election reforms “under pressure” from the opposition. He chaired a meeting to hear their feedback and discuss raising issues like flight disruptions. Party leaders highlighted effective interventions by Priyanka Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge.
India has eased visa regulations for Chinese professionals, significantly speeding up processing times. Business visas can now be obtained within a month, a move aimed at addressing the shortage of tech experts. Previously, delayed approvals caused Indian electronics companies losses of $15 billion. The govt’s decision is expected to support the tech sector.
Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan approached the Delhi High Court, filing a petition claiming some social media users violated his personal freedoms. The court directed platforms Meta, Google, and X to submit violation details within a week. It also instructed authorities to take appropriate action based on the complaints.