Actor Chiranjeevi thanked CM Revanth Reddy for inviting him to the Telangana Rising Global Summit. He praised the CM’s Telangana Rising-2047 vision, highlighting its focus on the film industry. Chiranjeevi said the plan to develop Hyderabad into a global hub for film and entertainment is excellent and hopes it will attract worldwide attention to the […]
Congress MP Shashi Tharoor refused to accept the “Veer Savarkar Award” or attend the ceremony. He said organizers announced his name without permission, and he needed clarifications about the award and its presenting body. Party leader K. Muraleedharan also stated no Congress member should accept awards in Savarkar’s name.
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has visited Osmania University for a public event at the Arts College today, marking two years of his government. He will inaugurate development projects funded with nearly ₹1,000 crore. The state government has approved ₹1000 crore specifically for Osmania University for these initiatives.
The Rajya Sabha has been adjourned and will meet again at 2 pm today. When it reconvenes, members are expected to continue discussing the 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram.” Lawmakers are focusing on the historical, cultural, patriotic, and social significance of the song as part of the ongoing parliamentary debate.
Deepavali, India’s festival of lights, has been added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list. The announcement was made at the Red Fort in Delhi during an international committee session. Grand celebrations are planned across the capital today. Deepavali now joins other Indian UNESCO-listed traditions like Kumbh Mela, Durga Puja, and yoga.
Jharkhand Minister Radhakrishna Kishore proposed renaming Ranchi’s Raj Bhavan as Birsa Bhawan and Dumka’s as Sido-Kanhu Bhawan, honoring tribal leaders. He stated that Raj Bhavan is state property, and renaming powers lie with the government. Built in 1931 at ₹7 lakh, the Ranchi complex spans 52 acres, including the 10-acre Audrey House.
Taiwan’s Ministry of National Defense detected seven Chinese military aircraft sorties and six naval vessels near its waters today. Two aircraft crossed the median line into Taiwan’s northern and southwestern ADIZ. The MND confirmed that ROC Armed Forces monitored the situation and responded, maintaining vigilance amid heightened PLA activity around Taiwan.
IATA chief Willie Walsh said India’s new Flight Duty Time Limit (FDTL) rules, introduced on November 1, are “much more restrictive” than those in other countries. However, he added that regulators must ensure safety and security in aviation. The comments highlight growing debate over the impact of the stricter rules on airlines.
Several schools in Delhi received bomb threats via email today. Students were safely evacuated in a phased manner, with parents asked to pick them up. Police and bomb squads searched the premises, but no explosives were found. Authorities are investigating. Security has been heightened following the recent Red Fort blast that killed at least 15 […]
US President Trump said he plans to “make a phone call” to address renewed border clashes between Thailand and Cambodia that caused evacuations and growing concern. At a rally, he claimed he could stop the conflict through diplomatic effort. The two countries have long disputed a border area with several historic temples and sensitive territory.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will meet Panchayat Raj and Rural Development employees today at the CK Convention Hall in Mangalagiri. The session, titled ‘Mata-Manthi’, will bring together around 2,000 staff members from various districts. Pawan will provide guidance to enhance services and listen to employees’ concerns to improve efficiency in the department.
IndiGo has canceled over 4,600 flights so far, affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers across India. Between December 1 and December 9, Mumbai airport alone saw 905 cancellations, impacting 40,789 travelers. Daily flight cancellations ranged from over 150 to around 1,600, causing massive delays and disruption for passengers nationwide.
Odisha extended a social media ban in Malkangiri for 18 hours after violent clashes between two tribal communities. Trouble began when a woman’s headless body was found, leading to attacks on homes and shops. Police and security forces restored order, and the government announced financial help for affected families and ongoing efforts to find suspects.
A Delhi court granted bail to 10 protesters arrested for allegedly raising slogans supporting slain Maoist commander Madvi Hidma at Kartavya Path. The court heard bail pleas of 12 accused, denying one and adjourning another. The decision allows most protesters to be released while legal proceedings continue for the others.
Rahul Gandhi on Tuesday reiterated his “vote chori” allegations, accusing the Election Commission of colluding with the ruling BJP to influence elections. The BJP hit back, claiming Congress undermined the country’s institutions through constitutional amendments during its rule. Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha is expected to continue the debate on the SIR today.