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A YouTube content creator’s investment livestream unexpectedly appeared on a White House webpage. The video aired on whitehouse.gov/live, normally used for presidential broadcasts. It stayed visible for at least eight minutes, raising concerns about a possible hack and prompting questions about the site’s digital security.
AP CM Chandrababu will visit Anakapalle tomorrow to participate in ‘Swarnandhra-Swachhandhra’ programme. During the visit, he will unveil a statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, following requests from AP BJP chief Madhav and Anakapalle MP Ramesh. GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg has directed officials to complete all arrangements on a war footing.
The UPSC has invited applications for the National Defence Academy and Naval Academy Examination 2026 to fill 394 posts across the armed forces. Candidates who have passed Intermediate are eligible to apply until the 30th of this month. Selection will be through a written exam, and interview. Applicants must be born between July 1, 2007, […]
The productive time of Parliament has been declining due to frequent disruptions, political confrontations, and walkouts by MPs. Issues such as protests, slogan shouting, and adjournments often halt legislative work. Increased polarization between ruling and opposition parties and strategic disruptions to gain public attention have significantly reduced.
India recorded the highest number of births globally in 2025, with reports estimating 2.3 crore births during the year. India topped the list, followed by China with 8.7 million, Nigeria with 7.6 million, and Pakistan with 6.9 million births. Despite leading in numbers, India’s fertility rate is projected to decline to 1.9 percent in 2025.
Pakistan Deputy PM Ishaq Dar accused India of undermining the Indus Waters Treaty, citing recent material breaches. Speaking to the media, he highlighted India’s unilateral actions affecting the Chenab river flow and warned of escalating consequences. Dar stressed these violations threaten regional stability and the sanctity of international law.
Indian markets ended higher today, with the Sensex rising 448 points, or 0.53%, to close at 84,929.36, while the Nifty 50 gained 151 points, or 0.58%, to settle at 25,966.40. Broader markets outperformed as the BSE Midcap climbed 1.26% and the Smallcap index rose 1.25%. The rupee strengthened on dollar selling but remained below the […]
Tollywood director Ram Gopal Varma has showered high praise on ‘Dhurandhar’, calling it a unique cinematic experience. He said the movie will remain special in cinema history, with every scene being memorable. Varma noted that the film evokes an indescribable emotion throughout, crediting the director’s brilliance for creating a powerful impact on viewers.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed reports of a two-and-a-half-year power-sharing agreement with deputy DK Shivakumar, affirming he will remain in office until the Congress high command decides otherwise. He emphasized leadership is determined by party high command. Both leaders recently met to show unity amid internal party tensions.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Water Transport Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi to seek central support for key maritime projects. He discussed assistance for the Dugarajapatnam Shipbuilding Cluster and Fishing Harbour, requesting funds of Rs. 590.91 crore. Earlier, the CM also held talks with FM Sitharaman during his Delhi tour.
A key update has emerged from the upcoming film ‘Sigma’, starring Sundeep Kishan and Faria Abdulla. The movie marks the directorial debut of Jason Sanjay, son of Tamil star Vijay Thalapathy. The makers announced that shooting has been completed and the teaser will be released on Dec 23rd. The film is produced by Lyca Productions […]
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi to seek financial support for key state projects. He urged assistance under the Purvodaya and Saski schemes and requested budget allocations to develop Rayalaseema as a horticulture hub. The CM also appealed for support to the Polavaram-Nallamala Sagar project.
The Yunus-led govt in Bangladesh has responded to ongoing protests by urging demonstrators to maintain restraint and avoid violence. It condemned the killing of a minority individual during the unrest and issued an apology to journalists affected by the protests. The agitation erupted after Inquilab Manch convener Sharif died while undergoing treatment.
Adani Group plans to invest ₹1 lakh crore in airports over five years, citing India’s aviation growth of 15-16% annually. Commercial operations at Navi Mumbai International Airport begin Dec 25, adding a major hub with an initial capacity of 20 million passengers. Adani operates eight airports nationwide and plans aggressive bids in future privatization.
‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ is a watchable spectacle, powered by thunderous war set pieces and astonishing visual effects. The film delivers occasional emotional beats, yet its story closely mirrors the second installment and rarely surprises. As visual cinema it excels, but compared with earlier Avatar films, this chapter feels less inspired. # Rating: 3/5.