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.
US President Donald Trump may send a representative to Ukraine peace discussions in Europe if a meaningful breakthrough seems possible. The White House says Trump is increasingly frustrated with repeated talks that produce no results. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt added that he is “sick of meetings for the sake of meeting.”
Hyderabad’s 25-year-old Bhavita Mandava made history as the first Indian model to open the Chanel Metiers Art show in New York. A JNTU architecture graduate, she was discovered on the NY subway in 2024 and entered modeling. After completing her master’s at NYU in 2025, she chose modeling over a tech career with her parents’ […]
A fire broke out this morning at a bar in Bhubaneswar’s Satya Vihar area, police said. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported. Locals noticed smoke rising from the bar and informed the fire brigade. Firefighters from Odisha Fire Services are working to control the blaze, while officials are taking measures to prevent it from spreading […]
PM Modi expressed deep shock over the tragic road accident in Alluri district, calling the loss of lives heartbreaking. He announced an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh for the families of the deceased and ₹50,000 for the injured. Extending his heartfelt condolences, the PM wished strength to the bereaved families and a swift recovery for the […]
Delhi grappled with heavy smog today, as the AQI hit 332 (‘very poor’), with Jahangirpuri recording 405 (‘severe’). 30 stations reported ‘very poor’ air, while forecasts suggest this trend may continue for the next six days. The city recorded 8°C, 0.6°C below normal, with 100% humidity. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach 25°C, said the [&h...