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Honoring the legacy of CPI veteran Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy, who passed away last night at 83 in Hyderabad. Born on March 25, 1942, in Kondrapole, Mahabubnagar, he served as CPI National General Secretary (2012-2019) and was elected MP from Nalgonda in 1998 and 2004. A dedicated leader, he earned BA and LLB degrees from Osmania […]
In view of the upcoming Dussehra and Diwali rush, 170 special trains will be operated in the Secunderabad zone, announced South Central Railway CPRO Sridhar. These trains will run between various destinations across the country from October 6 to December 29 to accommodate increased passenger demand during the festive season.
The IMD has issued a red alert for eastern Rajasthan, forecasting heavy rainfall today, August 23, and an orange alert for Chhattisgarh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Haryana, and western Madhya Pradesh. Rainfall activity is expected to intensify over Northwest India till August 26, with extremely heavy rain likely in East Rajasthan today.
Senior CPI leader Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy passed away at 83 while undergoing treatment in Hyderabad. A two-time MP from Nalgonda (1998, 2004), he served as CPI National General Secretary from 2012 to 2019. A prominent voice in Indian left politics, Reddy held BA and LLB degrees from Osmania University.
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu is the richest Chief Minister in India with assets worth over ₹931 crore and liabilities of ₹10 crore. Arunachal Pradesh CM Pema Khandu ranks second with ₹332 crore, according to the latest ADR report. Also, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy stands seventh with declared assets worth ₹30 crore.
The Jammu and Kashmir government has taken control of 215 Jamaat-e-Islami-linked schools after adverse intelligence reports and expired committees. District magistrates will oversee management through nearby government school principals, ensuring students’ education continues smoothly with quality standards maintained under NEP guidelines.
Intel will give the US government a 9.9% stake worth $8.9 billion, President Trump and the company announced. The deal includes $5.7 billion in pending CHIPS Act grants and $3.2 billion from the Secure Enclave program. Trump hailed the agreement as America “owning 10% of Intel,” while officials called it a semiconductor leadership boost.
Lieutenant General Jeffrey Kruse, head of the US Defense Intelligence Agency since early 2024, is being removed, officials said. His dismissal follows a DIA report that June’s US strikes only briefly delayed Iran’s nuclear program, contradicting Trump’s claims. Kruse previously advised on military affairs, ISIS operations, and US European Command.
The IMD issued a ‘Yellow alert for Chennai, forecasting light to moderate rain with thunderstorms across several Tamil Nadu districts and Puducherry. Heavy showers Friday caused waterlogging, with Okkiyam Thoraipakkam recording 12 cm. The rain, triggered by a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, may lead to further disruptions in Chennai and nearby areas.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to visit India next month, coinciding with the launch of OpenAI’s first India office in New Delhi. Highlighting India’s AI potential, Altman emphasized building a local team and making AI accessible. The move aligns with the IndiaAI Mission, with Minister Ashwini welcoming OpenAI’s partnership in advancing inclusive AI.
TikTok’s website became accessible to some users in India, though the government has not lifted the 2020 ban. The app remains unavailable, and ISPs continue blocking it, preventing logins or uploads. The development sparked speculation amid improving Indo-China ties, but officials confirmed no decision to unblock. TikTok also faces restrictions in the US.
The Trump administration has halted Orsted’s Revolution Wind project off Rhode Island, citing BOEM review concerns. Work cannot resume until the review is complete. Set to launch next year, the move marks another setback for the wind industry, reflecting Trump’s rollback of Biden-era climate policies and risks to federal renewable projects.
President Trump appointed close aide Sergio Gor, 38, as US ambassador to India and special envoy for South and Central Asia. Known for vetting loyalists and clashing with Elon Musk, Gor lacks extensive foreign policy experience. Trump praised him on Truth Social, while tensions rise over India-Russia energy deals. Rubio endorsed Gor as “excellent.”
Congress welcomed the Supreme Court’s directive on Bihar’s electoral roll revision, calling it a victory for democracy. Party leader Jairam Ramesh criticized the Election Commission as “exposed and discredited,” praising the court for ensuring transparency. The verdict urges political parties to help voters file claims using Aadhaar.
Aadhi Pinisetty is rumored to play the antagonist in Karthi’s upcoming period drama “Marshal,” directed by Tamizh, after winning praise for “Mayasabha.” While unconfirmed, it marks a possible return to negative roles for Aadhi. The film, backed by Dream Warrior Pictures, also stars Kalyani Priyadarshan, Sathyaraj, and others.