A Pawan Hans helicopter with 5 people onboard, including 2 crew members, made an emergency landing in the Indian Ocean off the Andaman coast today. The aircraft was flying from Port Blair to Mayabunder when it reportedly developed a technical snag, prompting the precautionary landing. All 5 occupants are reported to be safe, officials confirmed.
South Central Railway will launch its first Rail Parcel App in Hyderabad on February 25 as a pilot project. With this service, railway staff will collect parcels directly from homes and deliver them to destinations. Developed with support from IIM Bengaluru, the digital initiative aims to make parcel booking and delivery easier for customers.
At least one person lost their life after a fire broke out at a school in Delhi’s Ranhola area this morning. The fire department received an alert and immediately dispatched multiple tenders to douse the flames. The blaze erupted in one of the rooms of the building, where firefighters later recovered a charred body. The […]
Icon star Allu Arjun and director Lokesh Kanagaraj are teaming up for ‘AA23’. Reports say Lokesh has shared only the story outline, while the full script is still being written. A selfie of the duo celebrating one million reels on the theme music went viral. The big-budget film is backed by Mythri Movie Makers.
The Election Commission of India is holding a National Round Table Conference in New Delhi, the first in 27 years. Chief EC Gyanesh Kumar is leading the meeting with state officials. Discussions focus on coordination, EVM security, electoral roll accuracy, technology sharing, and strengthening cooperation between national and state election bodies.
Nani celebrates his 42nd birthday today with a career built on heartfelt, relatable stories in Telugu cinema. Known for his understated style, he focuses on stories that feel close to home. OTT platforms make exploring his work easy, with must-watch films like “Jersey,” “Eega,” “Dasara,” “Hi Nanna,” “Gang Leader,” “Ante Sundarani...
Telugu Director Srikanth Odela thanked Nani on his birthday for trusting him while filming ‘The Paradise.’ Srikanth said he often broke Nani’s rules, yet Nani’s support and “It is your wish” attitude helped him grow as a filmmaker. The movie, also starring Raghav Juyal, releases on August 21 in eight languages.
Sharwanand, celebrating the success of his Sankranthi hit “Nari Nari Naduma Murari,” is gearing up for “Bhogi,” directed by Sampath Nandi. The makers announced the first look will be revealed tomorrow at 10:14 PM, featuring Sharwanand in a rugged mass avatar. Anupama Parameswaran and Dimple Hayathi star opposite him, with a Sankranthi 2027 release planned.
In the ICC T20 World Cup Super 8 Group 2, Pakistan will play the match against England at Pallekele today. It’s a do-or-die match for Pakistan. Salman Agha will lead the Pakistan squad, and Harry Brook will lead the England squad. The match starts at 7:00 pm, and fans can watch through Jio Hotstar and […]
Delhi Police arrested Youth Congress chief Uday Bhanu Chib following a shirtless protest at the AI Summit in Bharat Mandapam. Police allege he played a key role in planning the demonstration. Congress leader Bhupesh Baghel condemned the arrest, calling it illegal, urging Chib’s release, and emphasizing that peaceful protests are a democratic right.
Delhi’s air quality remains poor to very poor, with Anand Vihar recording 331 AQI. Morning chill continues, but afternoons are warm with clear skies. Light fog may appear in the mornings. The Supreme Court is considering shifting coal-based industries from Delhi-NCR to improve air. Temperatures range from 12–14°C (min) to 29–31°C (max).
A SpiceJet flight with 150 passengers onboard returned to Delhi shortly after takeoff from Indira Gandhi International Airport due to an engine failure. Flight SG121, bound for Leh, declared an emergency for a safe landing. The Boeing 737 landed safely, passengers disembarked normally, and maintenance teams will inspect the aircraft for technical issues.
Hyderabad will see unseasonal rains today with scattered evening storms, says IMD. A yellow alert has been issued for possible thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls. Other Telangana districts may also get moderate showers. Residents are advised to plan travel carefully. Hazy weather may continue until February 27 after yesterday’s heavy rainfall.
PM Modi paid tribute to former Tamil Nadu CM Jayalalithaa on her birth anniversary, praising her as a compassionate and decisive leader. He remembered her welfare-driven governance, women empowerment initiatives, and their personal friendship. Union Home Minister Amit Shah also honored her legacy, calling her dedication to public service an inspiration.