Donald Trump is set to ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange on Thursday, the same day he is expected to be named Time magazine’s “Person of the Year”. The ringing of the bell signifies the start or closing of trading day at the world’s largest stock exchange and is considered an […]
The Supreme Court will hear the petition filed by the previous YSRCP government on Amaravati capital on Thursday. In the past, the AP High Court had given a clear verdict that Amaravati is the only capital of AP. The NDA government has filed an affidavit that it is bound by the High Court verdict during […]
The Delhi govt has issued key orders to sale liquor only to those above 25 years of age. It has issued a warning to club, bar and restaurant operators to make sales only after checking their age in Aadhaar card and voter IDs. It said that only physical IDs should be checked and virtual IDs […]
The Charminar in Hyderabad was commissioned by Sultan Muhammad Quli Qutb Shah, the founder of the Qutb Shahi dynasty, in 1591. The monument was built to commemorate the founding of the city of Hyderabad and to celebrate the end of a plague. It is an iconic symbol of the city, known for its stunning architecture […]
PM Narendra Modi emphasized India’s strategic location in the Indian Ocean and its rich legacy in trade and cultural exchange, positioning the country as a future global maritime hub. In his message for the India Maritime Heritage Conclave, he expressed confidence that discussions would help India build a strong maritime framework and emerge as a […]
Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh announced the schedule for the state’s 10th-grade and Intermediate exams. The 10th-grade exams will be held from March 17-31, while Intermediate exams begin on March 1. First-year exams run from March 1-19, second-year from March 3-20. Ethics and Human Values exam is on February 1, and Environmental Education on […]
Andesri questioned the tradition of crowning mothers, emphasizing that crowns are meant for divine figures in temples, not human mothers. He said, “Show me one mother on earth who wears a crown. If a crown is placed, she becomes a goddess in temples, not the mother who nurtures us with a human form.” His remarks […]
A large fire broke out at a banquet hall in Shastri Park, Delhi, on Wednesday evening. Fire tenders quickly arrived at the scene. According to witnesses, a nearby garbage house, frequented by intoxicated individuals, sparked the blaze, which spread to the hall’s gate. Thankfully, no casualties were reported. Authorities, including the fire department and Delhi […]
Actor Allu Arjun has approached the Telangana High Court to seek the dismissal of a case filed against him in connection with the Sandhya Theatre incident at RTC Cross Roads, Hyderabad. The incident occurred during the benefit show of “Pushpa-2,” leading to a fatal stampede. Allu Arjun requests the court to quash the case registered […]
Tamil Nadu govt has announced that the 2024 Vaikom Award for Social Justice will be presented to Kannada writer and social activist Devanura Mahadeva. Mahadeva has been a prominent figure in the fight against caste discrimination and oppression. He will receive Rs 5 lakh, a certificate of appreciation, and a medal during the inauguration of […]
Police investigating the family dispute involving actor Mohan Babu visited Continental Hospital, where he is receiving treatment. During the operation, they arrested Mohan Babu’s manager, Venkat Kiran, and Vijay Reddy for tampering with CCTV footage. Authorities revealed that both individuals were involved in the disappearance of the footage, which is a key point in the […]
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu announced that the validation flight at Jewar Airport (Noida International Airport) was successfully conducted. He stated that officials were working to secure the airport’s license as soon as possible. Speaking at an event in Hyderabad, Naidu also mentioned that the construction of the Jewar International Airport was nearing completion.
National Investigation Agency (NIA) has registered 640 cases since its inception, with a conviction rate of 95.23% in 147 decided cases, the government informed the Rajya Sabha. Minister of State for Home Affairs Nityanand Rai stated that 109 cases are under “active investigation” and 395 under “further investigation,” with 4174 arrests and 595 convictions to […]
Supreme Court granted bail to Zeeshan Haider and Daud Nasir, arrested in the Delhi Waqf Board money laundering case. Noting their prolonged incarceration since November 11, 2023, and the unlikelihood of a trial beginning soon, the court observed that charges had not been framed yet, despite 29 witnesses and over 4,000 pages of documents in […]
Senior lawyer Vikas Pahwa called for urgent reforms to prevent the misuse of Section 498A, which deals with harassment, in light of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhas’s suicide case. Pahwa described the case as “very serious” and emphasized how the law has been exploited, particularly by disgruntled individuals seeking to extort money from the husband’s family.