The AP Forest Department will now use radio collar technology to monitor and manage wild elephant movements, replacing the earlier method involving tame elephants. Indian Oil Corporation is fully funding the project, which has proven effective in West Bengal. Currently, officials estimate around 100 wild elephants reside in AP’s Chittoor district.
A British Airways flight bound for Hyderabad was forced to return to London Heathrow after a technical issue was detected mid-air. The Boeing 777-236, operating as flight BA277, had recently departed when the problem arose. As a precaution, the aircraft safely returned to its departure airport, ensuring the safety of all onboard.
TG Vishwa Prasad’s People Media Factory pins hopes on “Mirai” after a series of recent flops. With positive buzz, the producer and Teja Sajja are actively promoting it. Success would boost PMF’s confidence and aid upcoming projects like “Raja Saab,” “Telusu Kada,” “Mowgli,” “Goodachari 2,” and “Garividi Lakshmi,”...
Bollywood’s romantic drama “Saiyaara,” starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, premieres on Netflix on September 12. Released on July 18, it collected ₹577.65 crore worldwide and was praised for its poignant story, music, and performances. Critics and audiences loved it, making it one of the year’s most moving and visually rich romantic dramas.
CP Radhakrishnan will be sworn in as Vice President of India tomorrow, Sept 12, with President Murmu administering the oath at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Preparations for the ceremony are in full swing. Elected with 452 votes, Radhakrishnan’s swearing-in marks a new chapter in the nation’s second-highest constitutional office and its democratic journey.
Acharya Nagarjuna University (ANU) celebrates its 49th Foundation Day today. Established in 1970 as a Post-Graduate Centre of Andhra University in Nallapadu, Guntur, it became an independent university on September 11, 1976. The institution was officially inaugurated by then President of India, Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed, marking a milestone in AP.
Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd. (HAL) has received the third GE-404 engine from the US for the LCA Mark-1A combat aircraft programme, reports stated today. The arrival strengthens India’s indigenous fighter development efforts. The fourth GE-404 engine is expected to be delivered by the end of this month, advancing the programme’s progress further.
Three Indian women boxers, Nupur Sheran, Jasmine, and Pooja, have advanced to the semifinals of the World Boxing Championships, ensuring three medals for India. Nupur defeated Uzbekistan’s Oltinoy Sotimbova 4-1, Jasmine dominated Mamajonova (UZB) 5-0, and Pooja edged past Poland’s Emilia 3-2 in hard-fought quarterfinal bouts held last night.
“Kishkindhapuri,” the Telugu horror thriller starring Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas and Anupama, directed by Koushik Pegallapati and produced by Sahu Garapati, is creating strong buzz. Last night’s special show drew positive reactions, with fans sharing excitement online. Paid premieres continue in Hyderabad and Vizag ahead of tomorrow’s A-rated release.
“Kishkindhapuri,” the Telugu horror thriller starring Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas and Anupama, directed by Koushik Pegallapati and produced by Sahu Garapati, is creating strong buzz. Last night’s special show drew positive reactions, with fans sharing excitement online. Paid premieres continue in Hyderabad and Vizag ahead of tomorrow’s A-rated release.
★National Forest Martyrs’ Day, ★1895: Birth of Vinoba Bhave, freedom fighter and social reformer, ★1911: Birth of former Indian cricket team captain Lala Amarnath, ★1982: Birth of film actress Shriya Saran, ★1995: Birth of Tollywood actress Samyukta Menon, and ★1948: Death of Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founder and first governor-general of Pakistan.
Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara sparked controversy by inaugurating the Rani Abakka Rath Yatra and Panjina Parade, organized by ABVP in Tiptur. Critics say his participation contradicts Congress’ stance against BJP-RSS ideologies. The event honors freedom fighter Rani Abbakka and highlights ABVP’s right-wing mobilisation and political outreach.
India strongly condemned Switzerland’s remarks on minority rights at the UNHRC, calling the allegations baseless and unexpected from a friendly nation. Indian diplomat Kshitij Tyagi advised Switzerland to address its own internal challenges. The response underscored India’s firm stance against external interference in its domestic affairs.
“Kantara: Chapter 1,” Rishab Shetty’s costliest Sandalwood project, has fans eagerly awaiting its trailer, rumored for September 20, 2025. Amazon Prime Video reportedly acquired OTT rights for ₹125 crore, one of the biggest for a Kannada film. With a pan-Indian release on October 2, Hombale Films plans aggressive online and offline promotions.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan will visit Suryalanka beach in Bapatla district today to launch the ‘Great Green Wall of AP’ initiative by planting palm trees. He will then attend National Forest Martyrs’ Day at Nagaravanam, where he will unveil a memorial stupa and interact with the families of the forest martyrs.