The BJP accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of “interfering” in India’s internal matters after he wrote a note for jailed activist Umar Khalid. BJP spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia warned India will not tolerate such interference, affirming faith in the judiciary. Khalid faces charges under UAPA for his alleged role in the 2020 Delhi riots.
Senior Baloch leader Mir Yar has penned an open letter to External Affairs Minister Jaishankar, warning that the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor is nearing completion. He cautioned that this could lead to the deployment of Chinese troops in Balochistan. Mir Yar urged support to strengthen Baloch defensive capacity to counter emerging threats.
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) decided to boycott Telangana Assembly’s Winter Session, protesting Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s remarks and the Speaker’s conduct. MLA T Harish Rao accused the ruling Congress of undermining democratic values and ignoring Business Advisory Committee decisions. BRS staged a walkout and held a protest outisde
BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari said the Trinamool Congress will be in the Opposition after West Bengal’s Assembly polls, citing the ongoing SIR process as an indicator. He promised better welfare schemes if BJP comes to power and denied stopping TMC’s ‘Lokkhir bhandar’ scheme. Elections are due in the first half of 2026.
The Union Jal Shakti Ministry has constituted a special panel to address river water-sharing disputes between the Telugu states. Headed by the Central Water Commission, the panel will include 4 members each from Telangana and AP. Also, the chairpersons of the Krishna and Godavari river management boards will serve as members, aiming to ensure coordination.
Indore’s Bhagirathpura faces a severe water contamination crisis, with locals alleging 14 deaths due to diarrhoea, while the Mayor confirms 10 fatalities. Over 1,400 residents have fallen ill, and hospitalisations include ICU cases. A pipeline leakage near a toilet caused the contamination. Public outrage is growing, with demands for urgent government action.
The Supreme Court ruled that a husband’s financial dominance over his estranged wife does not constitute cruelty under Section 498 IPC. Quashing a criminal case, the bench noted such disputes often reflect “daily wear and tear” of marriage. Courts must scrutinize matrimonial complaints carefully to prevent misuse.
US Congressman Suhas Subramanian remarked that President Trump seems to have personal differences with PM Modi, which are hurting bilateral ties. He stated that Trump’s tariffs have weakened economic ties between India and US. Subramanian also slammed Trump for acting contrary to his promise of ending wars, saying his actions have instead escalated tensions.
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 […]
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.
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 […]
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.
During a TG Legislative Assembly session, CM Revanth Reddy challenged opposition BRS MLAs, asking whether they want the Musi River to be cleaned. He criticized some MLAs, saying their ill intentions outweigh the river’s pollution. The opposition argued that the govt was hiding details and claimed some individuals have a demeanor that discourages transparency.
Authorities at Kakinada Govt General Hospital reported 191 cases of scrub typhus in Andhra Pradesh’s Kakinada district during 2025. Of these, 43 cases were confirmed in December alone, indicating a recent rise. Health officials urged residents to stay alert, maintain cleanliness around homes, and seek immediate medical attention if symptoms appear.