A Pakistan Army helicopter crashed today in the Thor Valley of Diamer district, Gilgit-Baltistan. In this tragic incident, five people were killed, including two pilots and three technical crew members. The crash occurred while the chopper was attempting a test landing on a newly constructed helipad in the village of Hudur, Thor Valley. The cause […]
A 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan near Jalalabad at 11:47 pm, killing over 800 and injuring around 2,500. Most casualties were in Kunar province. The quake hit at a shallow depth of 8 km, followed by aftershocks. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences and offered humanitarian assistance to the quake-affected nation.
The Bombay High Court today condemned activist Manoj Jarange over his protest demanding reservation for the Maratha community. The court stated that Manoj’s protest was not peaceful and violated the conditions of the permission granted. It also noted that the entire city was brought to a standstill, with key areas in South Mumbai being surrounded […]
The Hyderabad Meteorological Department has forecast that Northern Telangana will witness moderate to heavy rains. These rains are expected to occur over two days, including today, in districts such as Bhadradri Kothagudem, Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Peddapalli, Hanamkonda, Jagtial, Karimnagar, Khammam, Mahabubabad, Nirmal, Nizamabad, Rajanna Sircilla, and Warangal.
The Telangana Legislature Secretariat has faced allegations of discrimination for not issuing media passes to Urdu channels for the ongoing Assembly session. Some key citizens have described this as a highly discriminatory and anti-democratic act. Notably, for the past 20 years, Urdu channels have been covering the Assembly sessions without any issues.
The Supreme Court expressed regret over the dispute between the Election Commission and political parties on Bihar’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Addressing the RJD’s plea, the Court directed the Bihar Legal Survey Authority to deploy volunteers to educate voters about filing complaints and ensure transparency in the revision process.
Air India has launched a ‘Payday Sale’ offering discounted fares on Air India Express. Domestic Express Lite tickets start at ₹1,299 and Value at ₹1,349, while international fares begin at ₹4,876 for Lite and ₹5,403 for Value. Bookings made today via the website or app are valid for travel until March 31, 2026.
Telugu states are set for consecutive holidays this week. The Telangana government has declared a public holiday on Friday, September 5, for Milad-un-Nabi, followed by Ganesh immersion holiday in Hyderabad on Saturday, September 6, and Sunday on the 7th. However, in Andhra Pradesh, chances of a holiday on Saturday appear to be minimal.
AP BJP state president PVN Madhav strongly condemned AICC leader Rahul Gandhi’s derogatory remarks about PM Modi’s mother during the Bihar poll campaign. He demanded an immediate apology and warned that such comments would be rejected by society. He criticized Rahul for making baseless allegations about vote theft without presenting any facts.
The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) set a new record in India by crossing 20 billion transactions in a single month for the first time. According to August 2025 data released by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), UPI usage was highest in categories such as groceries and loan collections, reflecting its growing everyday utility.
Texture is destroyed when rice is stirred right after cooking. Delicate grains are broken by agitation and become mushy, yet steam is still escaping. Give it ten minutes to rest, covered. This ensures airy, distinct grains by allowing moisture to redistribute uniformly. For consistently excellent rice, fight the temptation to stir too quickly and practice […]
The Supreme Court today extended by one week the interim bail of Vikas Yadav, serving a 25-year sentence in the 2002 Nitish Katara murder case. A Bench of Justices M. M. Sundresh and N. Kotiswar Singh heard Yadav’s plea against the Delhi High Court’s August 22 order, which had declined to prolong his bail.
A powerful 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan last night, killing at least 622 people and injuring over 1,500. Rescue operations are ongoing, with helicopters airlifting the injured to hospitals. The quake caused widespread destruction, and the death toll is expected to rise as relief teams continue efforts in the severely affected areas.
Two people were killed and six others were injured in a landslip on the Kedarnath national highway near Munkatiya, between Sonprayag and Gaurikund, said an official. The victims were in a car that was hit by the rubble. The status of two of the injured is critical. As soon as the tragedy occurred, rescue efforts […]