Delhi is under a Yellow Alert as cold wave conditions, dense fog, and chilly winds are expected to persist until at least January 5. Minimum temperatures range from 8°C-9°C, disrupting flights, trains, and roads. The IMD warns dense fog will reduce visibility further, with temperatures likely dropping 2-3°C, increasing travel disruptions across north-west India.
Telangana Governor Vishnu Dev Verma is visiting Visakhapatnam today. He will begin with a morning visit to the Eastern Naval Command headquarters. After completing his official schedule, he will return to Hyderabad at 8:35 pm via an Indigo flight. The Governor had reached Visakhapatnam yesterday afternoon to start his two-day visit.
The third World Telugu Conference commenced with the Srinivasa Kalyanam event at the Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre near Guntur. Organized by the Andhra Saraswata Parishad, the Mahasabhas will continue until Jan 5th. Statues of Ramoji Rao, Sr. NTR, and Balamuralikrishna were unveiled at the venue. AP Assembly Speaker Ayyannapatrudu attended the program.
Astronomers say that today, January 3, sunset will occur at 5:33 PM, followed just 20 minutes later by the rise of a spectacular supermoon. The moon will appear about 15% larger and 30% brighter than a normal full moon, slightly cooler in tone, and located roughly 356,500 kilometers from Earth, creating a celestial sight for […]
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan is scheduled to visit Kondagattu Temple tomorrow. During his visit, he will lay the foundation stone for a new 96-room guest house at the renowned Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Telangana’s Jagtial district. Pawan has also recommended allocating ₹35.19 crore from TTD funds to support the temple’s development.
Tamil Nadu is facing heavy rains, with record 26 cm rainfall in Coonoor. Life in hill stations like Ooty and Coonoor has come to a halt. Strong winds uprooted trees, while landslides damaged vehicles in several areas. Authorities have launched rescue and relief operations to assist affected residents and restore normalcy.
Naveen Polishetty’s comedy entertainer “Anaganaga Oka Raju,” slated for a grand Sankranthi release on January 14, 2026, is directed by Maari with Meenakshi Chaudhary as the female lead. While Raashii Khanna was rumored for a special song, buzz suggests upcoming actress Saanve Meggbana has bagged the dance number. Official confirmation is awaited.
Cold conditions are set to intensify in and around Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh’s Alluri Sitaramaraju district today. The chill is expected to be sharper than the past two days, with dense morning fog adding to the winter feel. At 6:30 am, the temperature dipped to 9 degrees Celsius. The single-digit weather is delighting tourists […]
In Hyderabad, GHMC has announced that property tax and trade license payments in merged areas will now be fully online. Cash transactions are banned, and payments can only be made via UPI, debit/credit cards, or net banking. The move aims to increase transparency and make the payment process faster and easier for citizens.
Thalapathy Vijay’s farewell film “Jana Nayagan” arrives in theatres on January 9. Directed by H. Vinoth, it stars Pooja Hegde, with Mamitha Baiju and Bobby Deol in key roles. Rumoured as a remake of Balakrishna’s “Bhagavanth Kesari,” the team stays silent. Today’s 6:45 PM trailer may reveal the truth or prolong suspense. Fans eagerly await […]
The BJP is set to conduct a key meeting today to deliberate on the ‘One Nation, One Poll’ proposal. The discussion will take place via video conference from Delhi under the leadership of BJP national chief JP Nadda. CMs from NDA states are expected to participate. The meeting will focus on the strategy for presenting […]
Cigarette prices in India will rise sharply from February 1. The Tobacco Institute of India warns that sudden large price increases may encourage smuggling. The industry suggests avoiding a steep one-time tax hike, saying gradual adjustments are better to prevent illegal trade and protect both consumers and the legal tobacco market.
The arrival of a new calendar year offers a chance for renewal, a spirit embodied by the Mahayana New Year celebrated today by millions of Buddhists worldwide. Marked by messages of peace, compassion, and self-awareness, the occasion is observed with spiritual rituals. Countries including China, Japan, Tibet, and Korea commemorate the festival with devotion.
Security has been tightened for BJP’s final Tamil Nadu rally tomorrow, where Home Minister Amit Shah will speak. Drones are banned, entry points have frisking and barricades, and extra police are deployed to manage crowds and traffic. Officials urged public cooperation. The rally aims to energize party workers before Assembly elections.
AP Home Minister Anitha is scheduled to visit Srikakulam district today to attend the valedictory event of the Abhyudayam Cycle Yatra at Ichchapuram. The initiative saw police personnel cycle nearly 1,200 km across six districts of North Andhra to create awareness among youth. The yatra, which began at Payakaraopet, concludes today.