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IMD has predicted thunderstorms, lightning, and squalls across Telangana till Oct 20, issuing a yellow alert for several districts. Weather expert T. Balaji forecast scattered rains in Nagarkurnool, Wanaparthy, Gadwal, and Nalgonda, while Hyderabad will stay dry through Oct 18. A fresh easterly wave may revive rainfall in South and East Telangana after Oct 21.
Blockbuster “Kantara Chapter 1,” starring and directed by Rishab Shetty, has grossed over ₹700 crore worldwide. Hombale Films is reportedly considering submitting it for the Oscars, citing its folklore elements, divine feel, and Shetty’s standout climax performance. Fans are eager for the recognition, awaiting the production house’s final decision on the move.
Leading construction firm Raheja has proposed a major investment in Visakhapatnam, expressing interest in building office and residential spaces for IT companies. The company has informed the Andhra Pradesh govt of its plan to invest ₹2,172 crore and allocate 27 acres in Madhurawada. The project is expected to generate employment for around 10,000 people.
Due to the northeast monsoon, the APSDMA has forecast heavy rainfall across Andhra Pradesh today. Moderate rain with thundershowers is expected in Prakasam, Nellore, Tirupati, Anantapur, Sri Sathya Sai, Kadapa, Annamayya, and Chittoor districts. Authorities have advised residents to stay alert and avoid standing under trees during the downpour for safety.
The Kerala High Court-appointed SIT investigating the Sabarimala gold robbery has made its first arrest. Prime accused Unnikrishnan Potti was detained after hours of questioning by the SIT team led by SP Bijoy. Following medical examination at Thiruvananthapuram General Hospital, Potti will remain in SIT custody until his production in Ranni Court tomorrow.
Marnus Labuschagne has replaced all‑rounder Cameron Green in Australia’s ODI squad for the India series starting October 19. Green was ruled out due to minor side soreness but is expected to return for Western Australia’s Sheffield Shield match on October 28. Australia will face India in three ODIs, followed by 5 T20Is, Cricket Australia.
Three people died and 20 sustained injuries after a vehicle hit a stationary tractor-trailer on NH‑48 near Kakola, Haveri. The victims, residents of Davangere district, were returning from a Dibbana program. Injured persons were hospitalized as police launched an investigation. The tragedy follows another fatal highway crash reported in Punjab’s Hoshiarpur.
“Baaghi 4,” the latest Hindi action drama, stars Tiger Shroff in the lead role, with Sonam Bajwa as the female lead, and is directed by A. Harsha. Despite its underwhelming performance at the box office, the film is now available for streaming on Amazon Prime Video. Viewers can rent it to watch immediately or wait […]
Telangana MP Vamsi Krishna Gaddam, Congress MP from Peddapalli, met UN ACABQ Chairperson Juliana Gaspar Ruiz and UN Assistant Secretary-General Chandramouli Ramanathan in New York. They discussed the UN’s financial situation, focusing on peacekeeping funding. India’s delegation reaffirmed the nation’s vital role in global peacekeeping.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, October 17, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 83385.26, down at 82.40 points or 0.10%, and the Nifty was at 25556.10, down at 29.20 points or 0.11%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.77 against the dollar.
Former New Zealand pacer Gavin Larsen has rejoined New Zealand Cricket as selection manager, replacing Sam Wells. The 63‑year‑old, who led selections from 2015 to 2023 and recently worked with Warwickshire and the Nelson Giants, will collaborate with coach Rob Walter from November 3. NZC’s Daryl Gibson praised Larsen’s experience & passion.
Andhra Pradesh Governor Abdul Nazeer, along with his family, will visit Nagarjunasagar tomorrow. He will visit Nagarjunasagar, Budhavanam, and the reservoir there, and then proceed to Nagarjuna Konda by launch. All arrangements for the governor’s visit have been completed, Nalgonda Sub-Collector Narayan Amit said in a statement last night.
The nomination process for the Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll is underway, with Congress candidate Naveen Yadav set to file his nomination today. A large turnout of Congress workers is expected during the rally. So far, 56 nominations have been filed. The by-election for the Jubilee Hills constituency is scheduled for November 11.
Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas and Anupama Parameswaran’s horror film “Kishkindhapuri” will stream on ZEE5 today at 6 PM. Currently available in Telugu, other language versions are expected later. The A-rated movie faced tough competition from Teja Sajja’s “Mirai” during its theatrical run, but its OTT debut gives it a fresh opportunity to find success digitally.
The US Chamber of Commerce sued the Trump administration over the $100,000 H-1B visa fee, calling it “unlawful” and harmful to American businesses. The lawsuit argues it would raise labor costs, limit skilled hires, and benefit economic rivals. Representing over three million companies, the Chamber says the fee contradicts congressional law.