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The Andhra Pradesh govt has initiated strict action against Shreya Infra Group in Kurnool district for duping investors. The firm collected ₹206 crore from 8,128 depositors by offering schemes. Probe revealed that directors Hemant Kumar and his wife Sangeetha Rai created assets in their own names. After this, AP CID approved the seizure of 51.55 […]
Canada’s transport regulator has asked Air India to urgently investigate a pilot who reportedly showed up for duty under the influence and failed two breathalyzer tests at Vancouver Airport. Authorities called it a “serious matter” and may pursue strict enforcement action. Transport Canada did not comment, a source said.
Bollywood war drama ‘Ikkis,’ starring Agastya Nanda and directed by Sriram Raghavan, features the late Dharmendra’s final on-screen appearance. Originally set for Dec 25, its release shifted to Jan 1, earning Rs. 7 crore nett on opening day, aided by the New Year. Critics praised Dharmendra’s impactful performance in this Battle of Basantar story.
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan is scheduled to visit Kondagattu Temple tomorrow. During his visit, he will lay the foundation stone for a new 96-room guest house at the renowned Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple in Telangana’s Jagtial district. Pawan has also recommended allocating ₹35.19 crore from TTD funds to support the temple’s development.
Indian equities closed higher on broad-based buying, led by bank, auto, and metal stocks, while FMCG lagged. The BSE Sensex rose 573.41 points to 85,762.01, and NSE Nifty50 gained 182 points to 26,328.55, touching an intra-day high of 26,332.15. Midcap indices also advanced, with Nifty Midcap 100 up 1.01% and Nifty Smallcap 100 up 0.72%.
January 3, Saturday, marks the Pushya Pournami Tithi, considered highly auspicious in Hindu tradition. Devotees are encouraged to worship Lord Shani, along with offering black sesame seeds. Prayers to Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi are believed to bring financial stability. Also, donating clothes to the needy is recommended to foster goodwill on this day.
Rahul Gandhi called the Indore water contamination a failure of governance by the BJP-led Madhya Pradesh government. He criticized the administration for ignoring repeated complaints about foul water, allowing sewage to mix with the drinking supply, and failing to act. Rahul said access to clean water is a basic right, holding the government fully responsible.
Kavitha warned that BRS could collapse if KCR skips Assembly debates, urging him to face questions. She cautioned party leaders against abandoning House proceedings and criticised remarks by CM Revanth Reddy. Kavitha met the Council Chairman over her pending MLC resignation, seeking permission to speak on Palamuru-Rangareddy issues.
The Telangana govt has launched the ‘Indira Dairy Project’, providing two dairy buffaloes or cows to each member of women’s groups. Initially rolled out as a pilot in Madhira constituency, Khammam district, the program is set to expand to other areas. Each unit costs ₹2 lakh, with the govt subsidizing ₹1.40 lakh and the remaining […]
Tirumala experienced tension when a mentally unstable man disrupted the line, insisting on needing a cigarette. Security personnel made multiple attempts to calm him as he frightened visitors for about half an hour, causing a temporary panic among the devotees. Ultimately, authorities were able to take him safely to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Andhra Paris, a vegetarian restaurant on Madhapur’s 100 ft Road, is gaining popularity for its creative fusion of Andhra flavours with global cuisine. From Avakaya hummus and ragi pita to Kalakand croissant and Allam Pachadi pizza, the café-style space offers affordable, innovative dishes in a relaxed setting popular with professionals and families alike.
Union External Affairs Minister Subrahmanyam Jaishankar issued strong remarks on Pakistan, stating that friendly ties are impossible with a neighbor that has long supported terrorism. He emphasized India’s right to defend itself against hostile actions. Jaishankar highlighted that decades of fostering terrorism make positive ties unattainable with Pakistan.
Nutritionist Deepshikha Jain advises simple habit changes to stay fit in the new year. Clean your fridge, remove junk food, eat a protein-rich diet, include prebiotics and probiotics, run for 10 minutes daily, walk 10,000 steps, and sleep early. These practices improve mood, digestion, immunity, weight control, energy levels, and overall long-term health consistently.
Zomato founder Deepinder Goyal dismissed a gig workers’ strike as ineffective, calling some protestors “miscreants” and claiming 75 lakh deliveries on December 31. The Telangana Gig and Platform Workers’ Union rejected the claims, accusing platforms of intimidation, and reiterated demands for fair pay, and a ban on 10-minute deliveries.
A political stir has erupted in Karnataka over a recently released survey on EVMs held before the 2024 Lok Sabha polls. The survey found that 83% of respondents expressed strong confidence in electronic voting machines. BJP leaders criticized the findings, calling it a slap to Siddaramaiah govt, highlighting public trust in the voting process.