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The second phase of gram panchayat elections in Telangana concluded peacefully. TG officials said that the polling was completed in a peaceful atmosphere without any untoward incident. Like the first phase, this time too people have shown some reluctance to come to the polling booths. However, those already in the queue will be given the […]
The 36th Book Festival in Andhra Pradesh will be held from January 2 for 11 days at Vijayawada Municipal Stadium, starting daily at 6 pm. The festival will feature millions of books, literary conferences, and book launches. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan have also been invited to inaugurate the book-fair event.
Hyderabad’s NTR Stadium is being prepared for the 38th Hyderabad Book Fair, scheduled from December 19 to 29, according to Yakub, president of the Book Fair Society. He confirmed that special arrangements have been made for the event. Meanwhile, the 36th Vijayawada Book Fair is also set to take place from January 2 to 12, […]
PM Modi will embark on a three-day foreign tour starting tomorrow, visiting Jordan, Ethiopia, and Oman. During the trip, he is scheduled to meet leaders of the respective countries to discuss bilateral relations and sign key agreements. The itinerary promises a busy schedule as he engages with three nations consecutively.
The BRS Party Working President will visit Suryapet district today. Departing from Hyderabad at 11 am, he will meet the family of BRS activist Uppula Mallaiah, who was killed in an alleged attack by Congress leaders at Lingampalli village in Nutankal mandal of Tungaturthi constituency. He will later address a media conference at the camp […]
It is known that the BJP has won the post of Mayor of Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram. However, it is reported that the BJP will field Kerala’s first woman IPS officer, Srilekha, as the mayor. She retired as DGP in 2020 and won the Sastamangalam Divisional Corporation with a huge majority. If Srilekha is made mayor, she […]
Cold conditions are intensifying across several districts of Andhra Pradesh, with temperatures dropping sharply in and around Visakhapatnam. Suburban areas reported particularly low minimums, causing discomfort among residents. Pendurthi recorded 12.7°C, Gajuwaka 14.7°C, Anandapuram 15°C, Bhimunipatnam 15.2°C, and Simhachalam 17°C.
The second phase of Gram Panchayat elections began at 7 am today across Telangana. Polling is being held for 3,906 sarpanch and 29,903 ward member seats and will conclude this afternoon at 1 pm. A total of 57,22,565 voters are casting ballots at 38,337 polling stations, with official counting scheduled to start at 2 pm.
Kerala’s local body elections saw significant losses for the CPI(M)-led LDF, with the Congress-led UDF winning key municipalities and rural panchayats, while the BJP gained ground in urban areas like Thiruvananthapuram. Analysts see anti-incumbency and shifting voter preferences, suggesting a more competitive political landscape ahead of the 2026 Assembly elections.
Union Minister Pankaj Chaudhary filed his nomination for Uttar Pradesh BJP president in Lucknow, emerging as the only candidate. Supported by CM Yogi Adityanath, Deputy CMs, and senior leaders, his election is expected to be unopposed. Analysts say his leadership and Kurmi community influence could impact the 2027 Assembly elections.
During Lionel Messi’s Kolkata event at Salt Lake Stadium, fans rioted over poor security and mismanagement. The BJP criticized West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for “zero planning” and called it a “total embarrassment.” Many attendees couldn’t see Messi despite paying high ticket prices. Banerjee has ordered a judicial inquiry.
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 […]
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.
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 […]