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Reports suggested India may exit Iran’s Chabahar port under US sanctions, sparking political debate. The MEA clarified India operates under a waiver until April 2026, with ongoing talks to extend it. Experts say this is a strategic recalibration, not a full exit. India’s $120 million investment was preemptively liquidated, protecting larger US trade.
Iranian protesters who risked their lives interpreting Trump’s “locked and loaded” warnings as support now feel betrayed. Following US signals of potential intervention, protests surged, met with violent crackdowns. Trump later reversed course, citing assurances from Iran’s leadership, leaving many Iranians angered and accusing him of deception.
After BMC polls, 29 Shinde Sena corporators are kept in a five-star hotel to prevent poaching, fueling tension with Uddhav Thackeray’s Shiv Sena (UBT). Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Raut mocked the move, saying “messages can still go through” and claiming a Thackeray Mayor is possible. The dispute highlights BJP-Shinde Sena power dynamics.
Sr. Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao is fondly remembered as a towering figure who seamlessly bridged cinema and politics. Rising to fame as a legendary actor who portrayed mythology and historical roles, he later transformed into a mass leader who championed the cause of the poor. As CM, Sr. NTR introduced landmark welfare reforms, strengthened Telugu […]
Twenty-two BJP candidates from Amravati civic polls have urged Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis to expel former MP Navneet Rana, accusing her of sabotaging the party by campaigning against BJP nominees. BJP’s seats fell to 25 from 45, after its alliance with the Yuva Swabhiman Party collapsed. Candidates say Rana backed YSP, costing them victory.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said caste discrimination can end only when caste is erased from the human mind. Speaking in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, he said caste, once linked to profession, later caused social division. Bhagwat claimed honest efforts could eliminate discrimination within 10 years, adding the Sangh works for nation-building through character development.
TG CM Revanth Reddy stated that his govt provided four lakh houses within its first year in office and confirmed that Indiramma houses will be extended to the urban poor as well. He questioned the whereabouts of the ₹20 lakh cr budget during the previous BRS regime and said welfare initiatives are being carried out […]
The Election Commission of India has set a target of seven lakh hearings daily across 6,500 centres in West Bengal to finish claims and objections to the draft voters’ list by February 7. Final rolls will be published February 14. Unmapped and logical discrepancy cases are being heard with two-stage verification before upcoming Assembly elections […]
Union Minister G Kishan Reddy led Hyderabad’s Sundays On Cycle event, promoting the Fit India movement. He warned about rising health problems due to lifestyle habits. Reddy joined a six kilometre cycling rally with athletes and enthusiasts. Sports Authority of India organised the event with support from Telangana government officials.
The Communist Party of India’s centenary celebrations begin today in Khammam district, Telangana, with a grand parade of CPI cadres and a public meeting at the SRBGNR Degree College grounds. CM Revanth and CPI General Secretary D. Raja will address the gathering, joined by international delegates from countries including China, Cuba, Venezuela, and Vietnam.
The 30th death anniversary of legendary leader NT Rama Rao will be observed today at the TDP central office in Mangalagiri today. AP CM Chandrababu, along with top leaders, will offer floral tributes at NTR’s statue. The program will include receiving public petitions, followed by a meeting with available party functionaries to discuss organizational matters.
Telangana Health Minister Damodar Rajanarsimha announced that the Sanath Nagar TIMS Hospital in Hyderabad will be inaugurated by the Ugadi festival. He stated that the state govt will soon fill over 7,000 vacant posts in the health sector. Authorities are expediting the installation of operation theatres, with arrangements at hospital now nearing completion.
The YSRCP questioned Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu over law and order, blaming TDP politics for the murder of party activist Salman from Pinnelli in Palnadu district. The party said he was killed while visiting his sick wife. YS Jagan Mohan Reddy called the family, expressed condolences, and announced Rs 5 lakh financial assistance.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said the BJP’s sweeping wins in Pune and Pimpri-Chinchwad reflect public faith in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership, not a rejection of Ajit Pawar. The BJP clinched 119 PMC seats and a majority in Pimpri-Chinchwad, humbling the NCP. Fadnavis thanked voters, called citizens the real “dada.”
The Telangana govt issued orders transferring 20 IPS officers. CS Ramakrishna announced new postings. Gajarao Bhupal became PR IG, Abhishek Mahanti Vigilance DIG, Bhaskaran Intelligence DIG, Chandana Deepti Future City Additional CP, T Annapurna Cyberabad DCP, and Rahul Hegde Traffic-3 DCP. The reshuffle aims to strengthen administration and state policing