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Telangana police foiled the indefinite fast by Jagruti president K. Kavitha in Khammam and shifted her, Jagruti sources said. Kavitha began fasting yesterday, demanding justice for people ousted from a land parcel. Earlier, she held a dharna in Khammam, around 200 km from Hyderabad, supporting those evicted by authorities last month.
TG CM Revanth Reddy emphasized that leadership must involve listening as well as directing. Addressing police officers at the Telangana Police Retreat 2026, he noted that communication should not be one-sided like PM Modi’s ‘Mann ki Baat.’ Senior officials should understand and give juniors autonomy to solve problems effectively.
The Supreme Court of India will hear West Bengal CM Mamata’s plea against the Special Intensive Revision of the electoral rolls. Banerjee and TMC leaders allege political bias and deletion of vulnerable voters’ names. The court will examine the process, with judicial officers helping decide objections and ensuring genuine voters are not excluded.
The Indian Air Force deployed an Mi-17 V5 helicopter to contain a major forest fire in Arunachal Pradesh’s Mebo and Sigar areas of Pasighat. The IAF highlighted its rapid response and operational precision, demonstrating readiness and effectiveness in tackling emergencies in remote and challenging terrains across the region.
Hotels in Bengaluru will remain closed today as the Hotel Association protests rising prices and supply issues of commercial gas cylinders. They say higher gas costs force restaurants to increase food prices, hurting business. As part of the protest, many hotels and eateries in the city may shut down temporarily.
Telangana’s budget preparatory meetings are scheduled for today, with Deputy CM Bhatti leading dept-wise reviews. The discussions will focus on the state’s 2026-27 budget proposals, assessing priorities and allocations across sectors. Ministers and senior officials from respective departments will participate, providing inputs to shape the final budget.
The Uttarakhand government has asked district officials to provide details of state expatriates living in West Asian countries who wish to return due to the Iran–Israel–US conflict. Secretary Rajendra Kumar urged DMs and SPs to share information promptly so the central government can ensure their safe and timely return.
The government increased the LPG cylinder booking gap from 21 to 25 days to ensure fair supply for households. Refineries will boost LPG production amid West Asia tensions. India is seeking imports from several countries. Petrol and diesel prices may stay stable unless crude crosses $130. A committee will assess LPG needs for commercial sectors.
A Patiala House Court today reserved its order on the bail pleas of 3 Indian Youth Congress workers, Divyansh Girdhar, Bhudev Sharma, and Kuber Meena, who are in judicial custody over the AI Summit protest case. Chief Judicial Magistrate Mridul Gupta heard arguments from their lawyers and Delhi Police after the hearing was earlier deferred […]
Veteran Bengali actor Tamal Roy Choudhury, 80, died of cardiac arrest at his Kolkata home. A respected theater and film personality, he appeared in popular TV serials and films like “Challenge,” “Amazon Obhijaan,” and “Chander Pahar.” Known for his warmth, humor, and mentorship, he earned admiration from colleagues and fans alike throughout his career.
Former Union Minister and five-time Congress AP MP Kavuri Sambasiva Rao passed away in Hyderabad today. He died while receiving treatment at Star Hospitals in HYD at the age of 82. A stalwart of united AP politics, Rao represented Eluru and several other constituencies over 3 decades. His political journey, beginning in 1984, left a […]
Light rain is expected in parts of Jharkhand over the next two days, accompanied by gusty winds of 30-40 kmph and thunderstorms. On Tuesday, nine north-eastern districts may see showers, while Wednesday could bring rain to 12 districts, including West Singhbhum, Saraikela-Kharsawan, and East Singhbhum. Temperatures may rise 2-3°C afterward.
In a shocking development for passengers, IndiGo flight 6E33 from Delhi to Manchester made an unexpected mid-air U-turn near the Ethiopia border today, returning safely to Delhi. Operated on a Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, the aircraft re-entered Indian airspace. The reason for the diversion remains unclear, and the airline has not issued an official statement.
EAM S. Jaishankar told the Rajya Sabha that Iran thanked India for the “humane gesture” of allowing warship IRIS Lavan to dock at Kochi after a technical malfunction. India continues diplomatic engagement, prioritizing peace, civilian safety, Indian citizens’ security, and national interests, including energy security and trade, amid West Asian tensions.
The CPI(M) urged the Election Commission to hold West Bengal assembly polls in a single phase, warning multi-phase elections help anti-social elements, said state secretary Mohammed Salim. The party also demanded inclusion of all genuine voters post-Special Intensive Revision. The ECI, on a 3-day Kolkata visit, reviewed poll preparations with political parties.