TVK leader Vijay will hold a private meeting with the families of the 41 Karur stampede victims in Mahabalipuram today. The closed-door event, with travel and accommodations provided, has sparked debate over his choice of location. Meanwhile, the CBI has taken over the ongoing investigation into the tragic stampede incident.
Russia has successfully tested its nuclear-powered Burevestnik cruise missile, which flew for 15 hours, covering a distance of 14,000 km, as per the Chief of General Staff Valery Gerasimov. The missile is said to be capable of evading and destroying any missile defense system. President Vladimir Putin has instructed officials to prepare it for final […]
Donald Trump departed for Tokyo, aiming to meet Japan’s emperor and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to secure trade deals and defense commitments. His longest foreign trip since January included deals with Southeast Asian nations and overseeing a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia during his stop in Malaysia.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has warned that ‘Cyclone Montha’ will have a severe impact in Kakinada district of AP. In response, officials have set up 269 rehabilitation centers across the district. Residents are urged to use centers in Kakinada (23), Tallarevu (20), Kajuluru (26), Pithapuram (24), Kothapalli (21), Kirlampudi (21), and Thondangi (37).
A US Navy F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet and an MH-60R Sea Hawk helicopter from the aircraft carrier USS “Nimitz” crashed into the South China Sea within 30 minutes, the Pacific Fleet confirmed. All five crew members were safely rescued and are in stable condition. The Navy has launched an investigation to determine the cause […]
West Midlands Police have launched a manhunt for a suspect involved in the racially aggravated rape of a 20-year-old woman in Walsall, believed to be of Indian origin. Authorities have released CCTV footage and are urging the public to come forward with information. Local community groups express concern over possible links to a similar case […]
Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu will visit Veldurthi in Palnadu district today to attend the wedding reception of Macherla MLA Julakanti’s son. Later in the afternoon, he will conduct a review meeting at the Secretariat, where he is expected to issue important directives to officials on the functioning of various government departments.
Sreeleela has taken charge of the promotions for ‘Mass Jathara,’ starring alongside Ravi Teja. After multiple media interviews, the young star is driving the film’s buzz ahead of its release on November 1, 2025. With night premieres scheduled for October 31, Sreeleela and Ravi Teja will soon join forces for further promotional events.
AP High Court Judge Justice Manavendranath Roy will be sworn in today at 10:35 a.m. in the first court hall. Hailing from Parvathipuram, he has served in various parts of undivided Andhra Pradesh. Justice Manavendranath is currently being transferred from the Gujarat High Court to the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
Rishab Shetty’s “Kantara: Chapter 1,” India’s highest-grossing film of 2025 with over ₹800 crore worldwide, is now gearing up for its OTT release. Amazon Prime unveiled a new poster, teasing an announcement soon, reportedly October 30. While some urge delaying the release, excitement builds as fans await how the blockbuster performs on streaming platforms.
As the first Monday of the Karthika month was observed today, thousands of devotees thronged the Srisailam temple in Andhra Pradesh’s Nandyal district. After taking a holy dip in Patalaganga, devotees offered prayers to Goddess Bhramarambha and Lord Mallikarjuna. Due to the heavy rush, devotees had to wait around three hours for Lord Shiva’s darshan.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio to discuss strengthening bilateral ties and key regional and global concerns. The talks took place on the sidelines of the ASEAN summit, amid ongoing trade negotiations between India and the US. The meeting highlighted the deepening diplomatic cooperation.
The Andhra Pradesh govt has closed all beach road tourist spots, including Kailasagiri in Vizag, following Cyclone Montha warnings. Authorities have suspended cable car services and adventure sports on Kailasagiri for two days. The state govt has also implemented strict measures to minimize potential damage and ensure public safety amid cyclone alerts.
Chinese state media reported that H-6K bombers recently conducted “confrontation drills” near Taiwan, ahead of a US-China summit in South Korea. Taiwan, which China claims as its territory, regularly scrambles its aircraft and ships in response. However, Taiwan’s Defense Ministry has not noted any unusual military activity recently.
Karthik Mondays, observed during the holy month of Karthika (October-November), are dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees fast, visit temples, and light lamps in the evening, seeking blessings for prosperity and growth. Performing abhishekam, chanting mantras, and offering prayers on these Mondays are believed to remove sins and fulfill heartfelt wishes.