Senior IAS officer Sanjay Murthy was sworn in as the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India at a ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan this morning. President Droupadi Murmu recently confirmed his appointment through an official order. A 1989-batch IAS officer from Himachal cadre, Sanjay hails from Amalapuram in AP. Vice President Dhankhar and other […]
Shares of Adani Group companies have witnessed a decline in the stock markets, with Adani Energy Solutions experiencing the steepest fall of 20%. The downturn is attributed to allegations made by a federal court in Brooklyn, USA, claiming $265 million in bribes were paid to secure a contract. Congress leaders have reignited calls for a […]
Deputy CM and Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan addressed questions in the Legislative Council regarding air pollution in Vizag. He stated that pollution levels in the city have risen sevenfold and assured that steps are being taken to mitigate the environmental impact. He mentioned that the Pollution Control Board is closely studying the severity of […]
The Himachal Pradesh High Court has ordered the closure of 18 HPTDC-run hotels by November 25, citing their financial losses and burden on the state exchequer. The court criticized the corporation’s inability to make the properties profitable, labeling them as “white elephants.” Affected hotels include those in Chail, Dalhousie, Manali, Dharamshala, and other locations across ...
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy tweeted about the encroachment of ponds, emphasizing that civilization should thrive alongside rivers. He stated, “If rivers are swallowed, human survival will be questioned.” He further expressed that the Musi River should be a boon for Hyderabad, helping the city develop to world-class standards rather than remaining a curse.
A cloudburst in Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram caused intense rainfall, flooding, and infrastructure damage. Pamban recorded 28 cm by 5.30 pm, while Rameswaram saw 41.1 cm. The Regional Meteorological Centre issued a red alert for several districts, warning of extremely heavy rain until Thursday. More intense rain is forecast for delta and north Tamil Nadu in […]
In light of the case registered against prominent industrialist Gautam Adani in the U.S., the Congress party has renewed its demand for the formation of a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC). Congress leaders, in a post on ‘X,’ called for a JPC on the ‘Modani’ scams dating back to January 2023. Senior Congress leader Jairam Ramesh […]
Thai woman Sararat Rangsiwuthaporn received a death sentence for poisoning friend Siriporn Khanwong in 2022, the first of 14 alleged cyanide murders since 2015. Sararat, an online gambling addict, borrowed money from victims before poisoning them, linked to 15 cases with one survivor. Facing charges for 13 additional murders, her crimes are among Thailand’s most […]
The first Test between Australia and India will begin on Nov 22. If Virat Kohli scores 458 runs in this series, he will surpass Tendulkar’s record of 1,809 runs to become the Indian player with the most runs in Tests in Australia. If Bumrah takes 20 wickets, he will break Kapil Dev’s record, and if […]
AP Home Minister Anitha responded to questions from members during the Assembly’s question-and-answer session. She stated that 25,000 kg of ganja had been seized in the last five months, and PD Act cases would be filed against those involved in its cultivation and transportation. She also criticized former CM Jagan for not conducting any reviews […]
Around 1,500 illegal immigrants in Mexico are planning to reach the United States before Donald Trump potentially ascends to power. Hundreds of migrants have left the Mexican city of Tapachula, with plans to walk 2,600 kilometers to the U.S. border. Trump has pledged during his election campaign to halt illegal immigration and deport those currently […]
A case has been filed in the USA against industrialist Gautam Adani, accusing him of bribing officials with $250 million for fundraising activities in the US. Adani remains a top industrialist in India, with key stakes in ports, airports, and renewable energy. There are rumors that a contract, expected to generate $2 billion in revenue […]
The election process for the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) chairman will begin today. Tension has arisen over the post as opposition YSRCP MLAs are absent from the assembly. While 18 votes are required for a PAC member’s election, the opposition has only 11 members. The tradition of assigning the PAC chairmanship to the opposition has […]
Canada has reportedly come up with a new plan targeting PM Modi, with Canadian media claiming that Modi was aware of the plot to kill Khalistani leader Nijjar. The Indian government has strongly reacted, calling the claim “ridiculous” and demanding a response from Canadian authorities. It warned that such false propaganda could further damage relations […]
On the 8th day of the AP Legislative Council session, meetings will be held on Thursday. Several key bills passed in the assembly will be reviewed and approved in the council. A short-term discussion will take place regarding issues faced by Anganwadi workers. Also, ministers will address questions on air pollution in Visakhapatnam and the […]