Tourism in Jammu and Kashmir remains fragile nearly seven months after the Pahalgam terror attack. The hotel occupancy rates are still close to zero and just a few thousand tourists visited recent months. While a phased reopening of many tourist spots has begun, visitor confidence remains low in the UT of Jammu and Kashmir.
Telangana’s fertility rate is expected to fall to 1.5 by 2031–35, much lower than India’s 1.9 rate and below the replacement level of 2.1. Reports say better health, education, and development are slowing population growth. The state will see fewer births, an aging population, and almost zero population growth in the coming decades.
A pigeon entered an IndiGo Bengaluru-Vadodara flight before take-off, creating confusion among passengers and crew. Attempts to catch it failed as it flew around the cabin. The incident was captured and shared on Instagram, going viral. Social media users reacted with humour, joking about the unexpected feathered passenger amid ongoing airline delays.
Trump Media Technologies has announced a major investment plan for Telangana, with Director Eric stating that the company will pump ₹1 lakh crore into the state over the next decade. Speaking at the TG Rising Global Summit, he said the initiative reflects the company’s confidence in TG’s growth potential and its expanding opportunities in the […]
Actress Samantha has reportedly decided to use only the name Samantha after marrying director Raj Nidimoru. She plans to drop her surname, Ruth Prabhu, just as she earlier removed “Akkineni.” Industry sources say she wants a clearer, stronger personal identity and will continue her career with this single-name brand.
The Telangana High Court has issued an interim stay on IAS officer Amrapali’s transfer to the state cadre, challenging a CAT order allowing a swap with officer Harikiran. DOPT argued the swap violates reserved category rules. The court postponed the next hearing for six weeks, keeping the matter under legal review.
Indian markets ended sharply lower on Monday due to a lack of domestic triggers. The Sensex closed at 85,102.69, down 609.68 points (0.71%), while the Nifty50 fell 225.90 points (0.86%) to 25,960.55. Intraday, the Nifty hit 25,892 and the Sensex slipped to 84,875.5.
Ranveer Singh and director Aditya Dhar’s film ‘Dhurandhar’ is creating a strong buzz at the box office. The makers unveiled a new poster as the movie crossed ₹160 crore worldwide. In India alone, it earned over ₹44 crore on day three. The 3-day domestic total reached ₹106 crore, with the remaining collections coming from overseas […]
If you want snowfall without crowds, places like Munsiyari, Kalpa, Sissu, Nathang Valley and Chitkul are perfect. These peaceful spots offer snowy mountains, quiet villages, winter treks and stunning views. Far less crowded than Shimla or Manali, they give a calm winter experience ideal for nature lovers, photography and enjoying snowfall in peace.
JioHotstar has made a key move ahead of next year’s T20 World Cup, opting to step down as the tournament’s official broadcaster. The event, scheduled from February 7 to March 8, will be jointly hosted by India and Sri Lanka. The platform’s withdrawal marks a major shift in the broadcasting landscape for this global cricket […]
CM Chandrababu Naidu will lead an eight-member Andhra Pradesh delegation to the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos from January 19–23. Accompanied by key ministers and officials, the visit aims to attract global investment and promote the state’s development agenda. Travel expenses will be covered by the Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board.
Indian former cricketer Yuvraj Singh will lead a high-performance cricket camp in the UAE from January 5 to 11, 2026. Young players from different countries will train in batting, bowling, fitness, and match situations. The camp also supports female cricketers. One top performer will earn a one-year scholarship at the YSCE High-Performance Centre.
★Focus on advancing semiconductor technologies.★Plans to position TG as a global education hub.★Discussions on boosting aerospace growth.★Exploration of international partnerships and skill-transfer policies.★Strategies to strengthen the state’s healthcare ecosystem.★Deliberations on improving conditions for gig workers.
Amazon Prime Video now offers free 24×7 live news channels within the app for US users, including ABC News Live, CNN Headlines, and NBC News NOW. No extra subscription is needed. The update turns Prime Video into an all-in-one entertainment and information hub, with wider global rollout, including India, yet to be announced.
Kadapa’s mayoral election has turned into a key test of Jagan Mohan Reddy’s declining influence after YSRCP setbacks, including Pulivendula’s ZPTC loss. With Suresh Babu removed and the post contested legally, the alliance aims to seize control. The poll now symbolizes shifting power in Jagan’s long-held stronghold.