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Odisha Governor Kambhampati Haribabu is scheduled to visit Kothavalasa Mandal in AP’s Vizianagaram tomorrow, March 4. During the visit, he will tour the Sri Gurudeva Charitable Trust and Hospital. District Collector Ramsunder Reddy has directed officials across departments to ensure all arrangements are in place for the Governor’s visit.
Tomato prices have plummeted to a record low of just ₹4-6 per kg in both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Farmers are facing difficulties as they are not getting even ₹4 per kg due to heavy imports from neighboring states. In AP’s Madanapalle, some growers are giving tomatoes away for free, while others leave them rotting […]
AP Governor Abdul Nazeer and CM Chandrababu extended festive greetings to the people of Andhra Pradesh on Holi today, highlighting the festival’s role in fostering unity and goodwill. They emphasized that celebrating with vibrant colors not only spreads joy but also strengthens social harmony, peace, and faith in national solidarity across communities.
A noticeable chill has emerged between the Congress Party and DMK ahead of political negotiations. Unlike before, LoP Rahul Gandhi referred to Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin formally rather than as ‘big brother’ while wishing him on his birthday on March 1. Several reports suggest friction over seat and power sharing is widening the gap […]
Several prominent temples in and around Hyderabad will remain closed today due to the lunar eclipse. Shrines including Chilkur Balaji Temple, Bhadrachalam, Birla Mandir Hyderabad, Yadadri Lakshmi Narasimha Temple and Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple will suspend darshan. Ritual purification ceremonies are scheduled at 7 pm after the eclipse concludes.
Liquor outlets across Hyderabad and Secunderabad will remain shut from 6 am to 6 pm today in view of Holi celebrations. HYD City Police Commissioner CV Anand ordered the temporary closure of wine shops, toddy outlets and bars to maintain public order. Authorities cautioned that strict action will follow any violations during the festive period.
France has announced a major shift in its nuclear strategy by allowing the temporary deployment of nuclear‑armed jets to allied nations, strengthening collective security cooperation in Europe. President Emmanuel Macron said decision‑making on nuclear use still remains solely French. The move forms part of broader efforts to reinforce deterrence.
US President Donald Trump is set to deliver a direct address to the Iranian people from the White House. The US reaffirmed it will prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, warning of “surgical and overwhelming” strikes. Recent US‑Israel attacks on Iran have destroyed missile sites and warships, with Tehran reporting over 550 casualties.
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) clarified that there is no free bus ride scheme for persons with disabilities in its services, calling online rumours false. The official X statement warns of strict action against those spreading the fake news. This follows a separate free travel offer for male exam pass holders in the […]
Indian PM Narendra Modi spoke by phone with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and Bahrain’s King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa as the Middle East conflict intensifies. He condemned recent attacks on both countries and discussed the safety and well-being of Indian expatriates in the region, urging restraint and peace amid rising tensions.
Students at the Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU) in Hyderabad held a two-day protest condemning the assassination of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in the US-Israel strike. Organised by the Students Islamic Organisation, demonstrators called the attack a violation of international law, expressing solidarity with Iran and demanding peace.
A heated debate erupted over renaming Andhra Pradesh after spiritual leader Garikapati Narasimha Rao suggested calling the state “Telugu Nadu” to reflect cultural identity. Another religious figure, Kamalananda Bharati, strongly rejected this, defending the name Andhra Pradesh and criticizing outsiders for weighing in.
The Supreme Court of India has taken up a case where a trial court relied on AI‑generated, non‑existent verdicts, ruling that decisions based on such fabricated judgments don’t just reflect error but constitute misconduct. The bench issued notices to senior law officers and will examine accountability, highlighting dangers of unverified AI use in legal proceedings.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will chair a Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) meeting late Sunday after returning to Delhi, in light of the escalating Middle East conflict triggered by recent US-Israel strikes on Iran and the death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The meeting is expected to assess security concerns and the safety […]
According to official estimates, nearly 40,000 Indian nationals are residing in Israel and roughly 6,000 to 10,000 in Iran as regional tensions escalate after recent strikes and retaliation. The Indian government is closely monitoring their safety, issuing advisories and keeping in touch with its citizens through missions in both countries.