The second phase of Telangana’s Panchayat polls is scheduled for tomorrow, Dec 14. Election Commission officials will deploy polling equipment to stations tonight. Voting will take place for 3,911 sarpanch posts, while 415 sarpanch positions and 8,304 ward seats have been unanimously decided in this phase, ensuring a smooth continuation of local body polls.
Bigg Boss 19 runner-up Farrhana Bhatt amused fans by jokingly saying she would “marry” Ayaan Lal, son of co-contestant Kunickaa Sadanand, during a post-show rapid-fire interview. She also revealed she’d date Baseer Ali and stay friends with Abhishek Bajaj. Fans reacted with excitement and humor, while eagerly anticipating her next professional moves.
Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar is set to arrive in Delhi this evening amid speculation over a chief ministerial change in the state. He is expected to meet senior AICC leaders, including party chief Mallikarjun Kharge and Sonia Gandhi. The tour has intensified buzz over a possible leadership reshuffle and Shivakumar’s chances of securing the […]
Consuming a spoon of honey mixed with a pinch of black pepper on an empty stomach offers multiple health benefits. It can relieve cold, cough, and throat irritation, boost immunity and metabolism, aid weight loss, improve joint and muscle health, and support gut health by alleviating indigestion, gas, and constipation.
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi arrived at Shamshabad Airport amid the backdrop of the CM Revanth-Messi football match at Uppal Stadium. He received a warm welcome from CM Revanth Reddy and TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud. Rahul proceeded directly to Falaknuma Palace, where football legend Lionel Messi is also staying ahead of the ‘Meet & Greet […]
The Israeli government is banning children’s use of mobile phones in primary schools starting February 2, 2026. This new policy includes measures such as social media restrictions, controls to only view age-appropriate content, special programs in the classroom, and spending time with parents. It will help improve the mental and academic health of children.
Bollywood stars Sonakshi Sinha and Zaheer Iqbal advocate restricting social media for children in India. Sonakshi emphasized shielding kids until they can distinguish right from wrong, while Zaheer suggested controlled access at home. Both highlighted the importance of monitoring content, drawing inspiration from Australia’s ban for under-16 users.
A recent study has warned that Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital and largest city, is sinking rapidly below sea level. While Venice sinks by about 0.2 cm annually, Jakarta is subsiding by 1-15 cm each year. Nearly 40% of its built-up areas are already below sea level, and researchers caution that rising seas could sharply intensify flooding […]
Cyber experts warn that using public USB charging ports or unknown power banks can lead to cyber fraud. Through “juice jacking,” attackers install malware during charging, stealing personal data, files, or cloning phones for misuse. Always use your own trusted charger or power bank, especially in public places, to stay safe and protect your privacy.
The team of the upcoming film ‘Mana Shankara Varaprasad Garu’, directed by Anil Ravipudi and starring Megastar Chiranjeevi and Victory Venkatesh, extended special birthday wishes to Venkatesh on his 65th birthday. The makers released a special video saying ‘Happy Birthday Venky Mama.’ The film is scheduled for a grand Sankranthi release in 2026.
A 55-year-old HoD at JNTU Hyderabad has been arrested for allegedly raping a 30-year-old guest faculty member in Nizampet. The victim reported prior harassment and assault. Following her complaint at KPHB police station, authorities registered a case, leading to the accused being sent to judicial custody.
In view of the severe cold wave affecting several parts of Bihar, the state govt has revised the timings of all govt schools. Primary, middle, secondary, and higher secondary schools will now function from 9:30 am to 4 pm. The schedule includes a prayer session from 9:30 to 10 am, 8 periods, and a 40-minute […]
Kolkata Police arrested Satadru Dutta, organiser of Lionel Messi’s GOAT Tour 2025, after chaos erupted at Salt Lake Stadium. Authorities assured ticket refunds and ongoing investigation. As Messi and other stars attended packed events, CM Mamata Banerjee blamed mismanagement, raising questions over crowd control and official responsibility.
The South Central Railway will operate special trains to accommodate passenger demand during the Sankranti festival season. Advance ticket bookings will open from 8 a.m. on Sunday, December 14. Passengers have been advised to book early due to heavy rush. In 2026, Bhogi falls on January 13, Makar Sankranti on January 14, and Kanuma on […]
The BJP-led NDA created history by winning 50 wards in the Thiruvananthapuram Municipal Corporation elections. The ruling LDF secured 29 seats, while the Congress-led UDF won 19. Two wards went to independents. The result marks a major setback for the LDF ahead of upcoming Kerala Assembly elections.