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Telangana MP Vamsi Krishna Gaddam, Congress MP from Peddapalli, met UN ACABQ Chairperson Juliana Gaspar Ruiz and UN Assistant Secretary-General Chandramouli Ramanathan in New York. They discussed the UN’s financial situation, focusing on peacekeeping funding. India’s delegation reaffirmed the nation’s vital role in global peacekeeping.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, October 17, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83385.26, down at 82.40 points or 0.10%, and the Nifty was at 25556.10, down at 29.20 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.77 against the dollar.
Former New Zealand pacer Gavin Larsen has rejoined New Zealand Cricket as selection manager, replacing Sam Wells. The 63‑year‑old, who led selections from 2015 to 2023 and recently worked with Warwickshire and the Nelson Giants, will collaborate with coach Rob Walter from November 3. NZC’s Daryl Gibson praised Larsen’s experience & passion.
Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer, along with his family, will visit Nagarjunasagar tomorrow. He will visit Nagarjunasagar, Budhavanam, and the reservoir there, and then proceed to Nagarjuna Konda by launch. All arrangements for the governor’s visit have been completed, Nalgonda Sub-Collector Narayan Amit said in a statement last night.
The nomination process for the Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll is underway, with Congress candidate Naveen Yadav set to file his nomination today. A large turnout of Congress workers is expected during the rally. So far, 56 nominations have been filed. The by-election for the Jubilee Hills constituency is scheduled for November 11.
Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and Anupama Parameswaran’s horror film “Kishkindhapuri” will stream on ZEE5 today at 6 PM. Currently available in Telugu, other language versions are expected later. The A-rated movie faced tough competition from Teja Sajja’s “Mirai” during its theatrical run, but its OTT debut gives it a fresh opportunity to find success digitally.
The US Chamber of Commerce sued the Trump administration over the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it “unlawful” and harmful to American businesses. The lawsuit argues it would raise labor costs, limit skilled hires, and benefit economic rivals. Representing over three million companies, the Chamber says the fee contradicts congressional law.
ISRO’s Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SHAR) has announced recruitment for 141 posts, including Technician, Scientist, and Technical Assistant. Eligibility varies by role, and applicants aged 18-35 can apply online until Nov 14. Selection will be through a written test and interview. For details, visit the official website at isro.gov.in
A total of 170 Maoists, including senior cadres, are scheduled to formally surrender before CM Vishu Deo Sai today. Among them is Takkalappalli Vasudeva Rao, aka Rupesh, the notorious bombmaker linked to the 2000 attack on then-AP CM Chandrababu Naidu and 1999 political and police killings. Ranita, DKZC Maad division leader, will also surrender.
A total of 20 teams have been finalized for the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup, to be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The UAE clinched the final spot recently. Qualified teams include top cricketing nations like India, Australia, England, and Pakistan, along with emerging sides such as USA, Nepal, Italy, Oman, and Namibia.
The Telangana govt will organize the ‘Public Governance-Public Victory Festival’ from December 1 to 9. During this celebration, applications will be accepted for key schemes, including the Indiramma Illu Scheme, Mahila Shakti Yojana, Yuva Nestham, and Arogya Sri. The initiative aims to boost public participation and ensure access to state welfare benefits.
After consecutive failures with “Robinhood” and “Thammudu,” Nithiin is cautiously planning his next project. He reportedly opted out of “Yellamma” and a sports drama with Vikram K Kumar. Recently, Sai Marthand narrated a love story to him, and he is now holding story discussions with VI Anand, while rumors link him with Sreenu Vaitla, though […]
Australia stormed into the semi-finals of the Women’s World Cup with a dominant 10-wicket win over Bangladesh. Continuing their legacy, they’ve reached the semis in all but the 1983 edition (third place). In the 13 editions since 1973, Australia has clinched 7 titles and finished runners-up twice, cementing their status as a cricket powerhouse.
President Trump announced he will meet Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy today at the White House to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war, following a productive call with Vladimir Putin. Trump said he aims to make the conflict his ninth resolved war, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio set for follow-up talks with Russian officials.
US President Donald Trump said he’ll meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Hungary to seek an end to the Ukraine war, following a two-hour call. High-level talks led by Secretary of State Marco Rubio will precede the summit. Trump discussed potential trade ties post-war and plans to brief Ukrainian President Zelenskiy on the conversation.