Rahul Gandhi said India’s electoral system and key institutions like the CBI and ED have been weaponized to favor the BJP while addressing Berlin’s Hertie School. He claimed the BJP treats institutions as its own, enjoys vastly greater funding, and uses state power against opponents, leaving democratic checks weakened. The BJP rejected the remarks.
Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Verma is set to visit Wanaparthy today, starting with a darshan at the Goddess Jogulamba temple in Jogulamba Gadwal district. At 4 PM, he will reach the Collectorate, receive a police salute, and explore exhibitions highlighting local culture projects. The program will also feature performances by eminent poets and artists.
Salman Khan has completed shooting for his upcoming film “Battle of Galwan,” directed by Apoorva Lakhia. The makers will unveil the first-look teaser on December 27, 2025, coinciding with the superstar’s birthday. Touted as an intense, hard-hitting film, it is seen as a crucial project for Salman, who is aiming to bounce back after recent […]
“Nobody 2,” a Hollywood action sequel to the hit “Nobody” starring Bob Odenkirk, is back in the spotlight. The film is now streaming free for Indian viewers on Jio Hotstar. However, only the Hindi-dubbed version is available, while the Telugu version has been skipped, disappointing sections of the audience despite strong fan demand online and […]
In a welcome update for Tirumala devotees, TTD released ‘Anga Pradakshina’ seva tokens today, December 23, at 10 AM. Srivani tickets will be available from 11 AM, while senior citizens, differently-abled, and chronically ill devotees can book tickets at 3 PM. All bookings are strictly online via the official TTD website at ttdevasthanams.ap.gov.in.
The ‘PESA Walk’ kicked off this morning at RK Beach, Visakhapatnam, as part of the two-day Pesa Utsav organized by the Central Panchayati Raj. Athletes and representatives from multiple states joined the event. The festival will feature tribal sports and showcase traditional tribal products, highlighting the cultural heritage of scheduled areas across India.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will meet Sri Lanka’s top leadership today as PM Modi’s special envoy. The visit coincides with Sri Lanka’s reconstruction after Cyclone Ditwah. The MEA said the talks highlight India’s Neighbourhood First Policy and are part of Operation Sagar Bandhu, launched to support relief and recovery efforts following the cyclone.
The Telangana govt plans to establish a new corporation to manage Hyderabad Metro operations. This autonomous body will oversee all aspects of the metro, including construction, staff recruitment, and salary management. Modeled after the Delhi Metro system, the new HYD Metro Corporation aims to streamline operations in the city’s expanding metro network.
Delhi-NCR and much of north India will continue to experience intense cold and fog today, the IMD said. Dense fog is likely till Dec 27, affecting night and early morning visibility. Delhi’s minimum temperature is expected at 10°C, Gurugram at 8°C and Noida at 12°C. Flight disruptions may persist, after over 500 delays at IGIA […]
The Andhra Pradesh cabinet meeting, originally scheduled for tomorrow under CM Chandrababu, has been postponed to December 29 at the State Secretariat in Velagapudi. Key agenda items include land allocations, investment plans for the capital Amaravati, and several other policy decisions expected to shape the state’s development priorities.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Tuesday, December 23, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 85690.10, up at 122.62 points or 0.14%, and the Nifty was at 26175.40, up at 3.00 points or 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 89.62 against the dollar.
Bharat Biotech has revealed plans to bring MTBVac, a new vaccine aimed at preventing tuberculosis in India. The company has successfully completed two phases of clinical trials and is now preparing for the 3rd phase, expected to commence in early 2026. MTBVac represents a key step forward in the fight against TB in the country.
The Election Commission will publish draft electoral rolls for Chhattisgarh and Madhya Pradesh today, following a house-to-house verification that identified missing, duplicate, or deceased voters. Part of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), the exercise ensures accurate, updated voter lists. Final rolls for Chhattisgarh will be released on February 21, 2026.
Telangana Ministers Seethakka, Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy, and Konda Surekha are scheduled to visit Medaram in Mulugu District today to review preparations for the Maha Jatara, beginning January 28, 2026. They will inspect ongoing work and meet officials to assess progress. The district administration has completed all arrangements ahead of their tour.
A Mexican Navy Beechcraft King Air 350i on a medical mission crashed into Galveston Bay, killing at least five people, including a two-year-old, US and Mexican authorities reported. The aircraft, carrying a young patient and seven others, went down near Galveston, about 50 miles southeast of Houston, prompting a large-scale search-and-rescue operation.