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Ahead of next year’s Tamil Nadu Assembly polls, the Election Commission released the draft electoral rolls under the first phase of Special Intensive Revision (SIR). The deletion of 97 lakh voters has drawn widespread attention. Officials clarified that names of deceased, duplicate, and ineligible voters were removed, sparking debate across political circles.
AP Education Minister Nara Lokesh is scheduled to visit Guntur district today. The Mangalagiri TDP MLA will travel to Atmakur village in Mangalagiri Mandal, where he will attend the re-consecration ceremony at premises near Akshayapatra on Tenali Road. Officials have completed all arrangements for the minister’s tour and the smooth conduct of the event.
AP CM Chandrababu will visit Anakapalle tomorrow to participate in ‘Swarnandhra-Swachhandhra’ programme. During the visit, he will unveil a statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee, following requests from AP BJP chief Madhav and Anakapalle MP Ramesh. GVMC Commissioner Ketan Garg has directed officials to complete all arrangements on a war footing.
The productive time of Parliament has been declining due to frequent disruptions, political confrontations, and walkouts by MPs. Issues such as protests, slogan shouting, and adjournments often halt legislative work. Increased polarization between ruling and opposition parties and strategic disruptions to gain public attention have significantly reduced.
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah dismissed reports of a two-and-a-half-year power-sharing agreement with deputy DK Shivakumar, affirming he will remain in office until the Congress high command decides otherwise. He emphasized leadership is determined by party high command. Both leaders recently met to show unity amid internal party tensions.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Water Transport Sarbananda Sonowal in New Delhi to seek central support for key maritime projects. He discussed assistance for the Dugarajapatnam Shipbuilding Cluster and Fishing Harbour, requesting funds of Rs. 590.91 crore. Earlier, the CM also held talks with FM Sitharaman during his Delhi tour.
AP CM Chandrababu met Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi to seek financial support for key state projects. He urged assistance under the Purvodaya and Saski schemes and requested budget allocations to develop Rayalaseema as a horticulture hub. The CM also appealed for support to the Polavaram-Nallamala Sagar project.
The Yunus-led govt in Bangladesh has responded to ongoing protests by urging demonstrators to maintain restraint and avoid violence. It condemned the killing of a minority individual during the unrest and issued an apology to journalists affected by the protests. The agitation erupted after Inquilab Manch convener Sharif died while undergoing treatment.
President Donald Trump has suspended the U.S. green card lottery program after a tragic shooting at Brown University, where two people were killed and eight injured. Authorities identified the suspect as a Portuguese national who had entered the country via the lottery. The incident prompted officials to halt the program pending further review of security.
A river in Alaska has turned bright orange due to rapid ice melting triggered by record-breaking Arctic temperatures. Scientists report that toxic minerals released from melting ice have affected over 200 rivers in northern Alaska. Since 1980, Arctic temperatures have risen 3 times faster than the global average, accelerating environmental changes.
The highly anticipated movie ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ released today, telling the story of Jake on the planet Pandora and his efforts to protect his family. Stunning visuals and a strong second-half climax stand out, while the lengthy runtime, occasional slow pacing, and predictable screenplay are drawbacks. Overall, the film earns a rating of 3/5.
All-India Trinamool Congress MP Mahua Moitra got a big relief as the Delhi High Court stayed the Lokpal’s order directing the CBI to file a chargesheet in the ‘Cash for Query’ case. The court instructed the Lokpal to review the matter afresh, providing Moitra temporary respite from legal proceedings in the high-profile case.
Anti-India sentiment among Bangladeshi students is growing due to political narratives. Social media and misinformation campaigns have amplified these feelings, while cross-border disputes and nationalist rhetoric in both countries further influence youth attitudes. Experts emphasize the need for dialogue to foster mutual understanding.
President Murmu described it as an honour to attend the Conference of Chairpersons of Public Service Commissions in HYD. She highlighted the quick response of service commissions in appointments and noted that UPSC and PSC were established post-1950, with Dr. BR Ambedkar playing a key role. She emphasized the need to promptly address recruitment challenges.
PM Modi’s ‘car diplomacy’ during his recent tour of Jordan has become a trending topic on social media. Videos and photos of him interacting with leaders while on the move have caught public attention, showcasing a unique, informal style of diplomacy. Netizens are praising the approach for its accessibility and personal touch in foreign ties.