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Counting for the Jubilee Hills by-poll is still underway, and TG Congress Chief Mahesh Kumar Goud expressed confidence that the Congress will emerge victorious. He said the Jubilee Hills win “belongs to the Congress,” adding that the party should have secured a larger majority. He also noted that the reduced voter turnout may influence the […]
India lost the toss in the first Test against South Africa at Eden Gardens, Kolkata, with visiting captain Temba Bavuma opting to bat first. South Africa, who last tasted victory on Indian soil in the 2010 Nagpur Test, have faced continuous defeats since then. With both teams eager to set the tone for the series, […]
Actor Akkineni Nagarjuna withdrew his defamation case against Telangana minister Konda Surekha after she publicly reissued her apology, clarifying her remarks weren’t meant to hurt him or his family. The controversy began over her October 2024 comments linking KTR to Samantha and Naga Chaitanya’s divorce. The court accepted Nagarjuna’s withdrawal.
The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended Al Falah University’s membership, notifying the institution through an official letter. The AIU directed the university to immediately stop using its name and logo in any form and to remove all references to the AIU from its materials, citing non-compliance with association guidelines.
Six Maoists, including senior leaders Urmila and Buchanna Kudiyam, were killed in an encounter with security forces in Bijapur, Chhattisgarh. Both carried ₹8 lakh bounties and were involved in major attacks and Maoist logistics operations. Weapons, explosives, and documents were seized. Police called it a major success in efforts to make Bastar Maoist-free.
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress of orchestrating bogus voting and rigging during the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He alleged police bias, illegal voter ID camps, bribery, and booth capturing. BRS leaders filed a complaint with the Election Commission, claiming Congress and AIMIM leaders were behind the irregularities.
In a major setback, the Karnataka High Court refused to quash the POCSO case against former CM BS Yediyurappa, accused of sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl in February 2024. The court upheld the trial proceedings while directing that his personal appearance be required only when necessary.
A multi-agency probe into the Red Fort blast that killed 13 is tracing a possible ‘white-collar’ terror network. The ED is investigating Al-Fala University’s suspicious finances, while police tracked suspect Umar-ul-Nabi via CCTV. Dr. Mohammad Arif Mir has been detained, and NAAC has questioned the university’s fake accreditation claim.
The US faced criticism for its differing reactions to the Delhi and Islamabad blasts. While Washington issued a delayed, brief condolence for Delhi’s explosion, it swiftly condemned Pakistan’s attack as terrorism. Experts linked this to shifting US–Pakistan ties under Trump, amid growing strains in India–US relations over trade and diplomacy.
Investigations into the Delhi blast near Red Fort, which killed 13, revealed a larger terror plot involving eight suspects planning serial explosions in Delhi, Ayodhya, Prayagraj, and another city. Police said the group used old cars to transport IEDs and raised Rs 20 lakh for explosives. The blast reportedly occurred accidentally during transport.
The Centre clarified that the preliminary Air India crash report does not blame Captain Sumeet Sabharwal. The Supreme Court assured his father that nobody in India considers the pilot at fault. The AI-171 Boeing 787 crash killed 260 people in June, with early reports pointing to technical failures, not pilot error.
China’s urban population has surpassed its rural population due to rapid industrialization and reforms. Huge job opportunities, education, and improved living standards have driven millions to cities. Govt policies promoting infrastructure and migration have further accelerated it, transforming China into one of the world’s most urbanized nations.
Indian shooter Samrat Rana’s journey is a story of dedication and precision. Rising through national ranks with relentless hard work, he achieved global recognition by winning gold in the men’s 10m air pistol at the ISSF World Championships in Cairo. His victory, making him the first Indian world champion in this event, inspires countless shooters.
At the Minority Welfare Day meeting in Vijayawada, AP CM Chandrababu made remarks highlighting his contributions to Hyderabad’s growth. He stated that he promoted Hyderabad Biryani and pearls globally, encouraging visitors to the Old City. He added that many Muslims in Hyderabad became prosperous due to his development initiatives.
RenNewi5, the renewable energy company that exited AP five years ago, is returning to the state. AP Minister Nara Lokesh announced that the company will invest in high-tech sectors such as green hydrogen and molecules. ReNewi5 Solar plans to invest Rs. 82,000 crore in ingot and wafer manufacturing and other renewable energy initiatives.