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The Andhra Pradesh govt has enhanced loan limits under the Stree Nidhi initiative to strengthen financial independence among DWAKRA women. General members can now access up to ₹3 lakh, while SC and ST women are eligible for loans up to ₹4 lakh. Timely repayment will ensure priority benefits. From tomorrow, officials will hold village-level awareness […]
After beating RR in IPL 2026, KKR players were seen crying in the dressing room. Varun Chakravarthy shared that the team was very emotional after securing their first win of the season. He noted that even after winning the 2024 trophy, he hadn’t seen such a sentimental reaction, highlighting the intense pressure and relief felt.
The Supreme Court dismissed a PIL seeking to declare Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose as “National Son” and credit the INA for India’s independence. Terming the petitioner “incorrigible,” the bench criticised repeated frivolous petitions and warned against wasting judicial time. The court also barred future PILs from the petitioner, citing earlier similar rejections.
Iran’s civil aviation authority announced that international flights will resume from Mashhad Airport today. This move comes as the country reopens its airspace following recent tensions. The decision aims to restore normal travel operations from the northeast, marking a key step toward stabilizing air traffic during the conflict.
The Vigilance and Anti-Corruption Bureau launched “Operation Earth Guard” across Kerala, raiding 72 locations to curb illegal soil mining. Inspections found misuse of permits, excess excavation, and illegal transport. The probe suggests collusion by officials and involvement of “soil mafia,” leading to environmental damage and significant revenue loss.
The CRPF has opened online applications for 9,175 Constable vacancies across Technical, and Pioneer roles. Among these, 504 positions are allocated to AP and 356 to TG. Eligibility varies by post, requiring qualifications such as 10th pass, Intere, or ITI certification. Interested candidates can submit their applications online before the deadline of May 19.
Hyderabad Metro services may soon start at 5 am instead of 6 am. South Central Railway requested the change to help passengers arriving or departing on early morning trains. Currently, travelers miss the Metro for early trains like Vande Bharat. The Chief Secretary has asked officials to study the plan to improve city connectivity.
Mouli Tanuj Prasanth’s “Donga Na Kodaka,” produced by Mythri Movie Makers and directed by debutant Srinu, is reportedly close to finalising an OTT deal with Netflix for a fair price. The crime comedy features Ali and a debutant actress. If confirmed, it will boost visibility after release, with the film’s release date expected to be […]
An empty suburban train coach derailed near Dombivli this morning, briefly disrupting services across Mumbai’s busy rail network. The incident occurred at 8:10 am while the train was heading from Kalwa car shed to Kalyan. With no passengers onboard, no injuries were reported. Railway teams acted swiftly to control the situation and restore normal movement.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu celebrated his 76th birthday by having breakfast with the poor at an Anna Canteen. His wife, Bhuvaneswari, donated ₹76 lakh to provide free meals across all 269 state canteens for the day. Naidu’s family and leaders praised his dedication to public service as he marked the occasion with labourers.
“Bhooth Bangla,” reuniting Akshay Kumar and Priyadarshan, opened strongly after April 16 premieres. The film earned around ₹25.6 crore on Sunday, taking its 3-day total to about ₹65.25 crore. Achieving this without a holiday boost is notable. The real test begins with weekday collections, especially Monday, which will indicate its box office sustainability.
The Supreme Court has asked for a report on West Bengal voter tribunals that aren’t working right. Lawyers say the online-only system stops remote citizens from getting help. With assembly polls starting April 23, the Court wants to ensure voters can appeal list changes fairly and easily before the first phase of voting begins.
In the Hyderabad metro city, the meeting point of the Musi River and Esi River is known as Triveni Sangam, despite only two visible rivers. The name also reflects a belief in a hidden third, spiritual stream, echoing sacred traditions. This confluence near Bapu Ghat carries both geographic and cultural significance for locals and visitors […]
PM Modi today paid homage to Jagadguru Basaveshwara on Basava Jayanthi, praising his vision of a just society and efforts to empower people. Basavanna, a 12th-century poet-philosopher and founder of the Lingayat tradition, is remembered for his teachings. PM Modi said his enduring ideals will continue to inspire and guide people, in a post on […]
Ravichandran Ashwin criticized RR captain Riyan Parag for not letting Ravindra Jadeja bowl his final over during a close loss to KKR. Despite Jadeja’s two wickets, Parag avoided the matchup against left-handers. Ashwin argued that over-relying on data instead of trusting a senior world-class bowler hurts the team’s confidence in the long run.