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Former US officials Jake Sullivan and Kurt Campbell urged Washington to avoid an “India-Pakistan” policy, stressing deeper ties with India. Criticizing Trump’s 50% tariffs on India as dealmaking theatrics, they highlighted America’s broader interests with New Delhi. This came amid Trump’s claims over brokering an India-Pakistan ceasefire.
GHMC officials have completed all arrangements for Ganesh immersion in Hyderabad. Besides Hussain Sagar, 134 static and 259 mobile cranes are deployed at 20 tanks and 72 ponds. Security includes 30,000 police personnel, CCTV surveillance, drones, 13 control rooms, 9 boats, and 200 swimmers. Around 50,000 idol processions will cover 303 km across the city.
A new cable suspension bridge modelled on Rishikesh’s Lakshman Jhula will be made public soon in Patna, Bihar. This bridge was built parallel to the railway bridge over the river Punpun in Patna near the Pind-dan site. The bridge is 320 metres long with a width of 11.5 metres and has pedestrian and light vehicle […]
A new car worth ₹3.66 crore will be added to President Droupadi Murmu’s convoy. As part of security protocol, only bulletproof vehicles are used. Although premium cars attract 40% GST under the new rates, the GST Council has proposed a special exemption, zero GST, considering the vehicle a national asset required for the President’s official […]
Traffic restrictions have been imposed in major cities of Telangana due to the ongoing Ganesh immersion processions. Warangal Police Commissioner Sanraith Singh announced that restrictions will be in effect across Warangal, Hanumakonda, and Kazipet tri-city areas. These measures aim to ensure public safety and will remain in place until 6 AM on Sept 7.
Farmers across Telangana continue to face a severe shortage of urea. Despite long waits at societies and agriculture centers, many report not receiving even a single bag. The crisis is intense in Medak, Nizamabad, Jagityal, and Karimnagar districts. A distressed farmer in Nizamabad said, “If not urea, give us insecticide- we’ll die drinking it.”
The GST Council approved a major overhaul, adopting a simplified two-rate system recommended by the Centre in its 56th meeting. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman confirmed most changes will take effect from September 22. Tobacco and related products will transition later, with a separate implementation date to be announced by the finance minister.
Delhi’s largest cremation ground, Nigambodh Ghat, has been closed after floodwater from the Yamuna river entered the premises. It is Delhi’s largest and busiest cremation ground and has 42 platforms for cremation. Delhi has been witnessing relentless rain since Monday, which has caused normal life disruption.
The Punjab govt declared it as a disaster-affected region today as huge floods were witnessed in the state. Till now, at least 30 people have been killed due to the floods and rains. CS Sinha has directed all district magistrates to take immediate relief to the affected people. These floods destroyed 1,400 villages, and all […]
Trump accused Xi Jinping, Vladimir Putin, and Kim Jong Un of “conspiring” against the US during Beijing’s military parade marking 80 years since China’s WWII victory. On Truth Social, Trump urged Xi to acknowledge America’s support and sacrifices in China’s fight for freedom, honoring the bravery of US soldiers while wishing China a successful celebration.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma said that only three foreigners have received citizenship of India against 12 people in Assam. He also said that it is a drawback to CAA for getting very few applications and fewer selected people among them compared to earlier years. He also said that in 2024 they received nearly 20-25 […]
The Punjab govt has extended the closure of all schools, colleges, universities, and polytechnics till Sept 7 due to severe flooding, Education Minister Harjot Singh Bains announced. Acting on CM Bhagwant Mann’s directive, all government, aided, recognised, and private institutions remain shut. Floods have claimed 30 lives and affected over 3.5 lakh people.
Russian President Vladimir Putin thanked Kim Jong-un for his words. From the past few months, war between Russia and Ukraine has been going on amid unknown reasons. considering that Kim helped Putin by providing North Korean soldiers to fight against Ukrainian forces. Putin praised Kim and his forces for their abundant services for them.
Russian forces launch more than 500 drones and missiles at Ukraine in a large-scale attack against Ukraine. It was the largest attack in the recent times of war. The Ukraine Air Force used 502 drones and 20 missiles in the war previously to attack Russia. Following that, this time Russia upgraded its weapons and attacked […]
Kalvakuntla Kavitha, BRS MLC and daughter of party president and former CM K. Chandrashekar Rao, announced her resignation from the Legislative Council and relinquished her primary membership of the Bharat Rashtra Samithi. She made the announcement during a press meet, sparking political speculation about her future and its impact on the party.