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The Enforcement Directorate told the Supreme Court that West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee allegedly interfered with ED raids at I-PAC premises, seized documents and took an officer’s phone. The ED claimed intimidation, theft of evidence and obstruction by state officials, seeking action and a CBI probe, while the state govt denied allegations and filed a […]
After casting his vote in the BMC polls in Mumbai, Tata Sons Chairman Chandrasekaran emphasized the significance of voting as a precious democratic right. Urging citizens to participate actively, he highlighted that local issues directly impact daily life. Chandrasekaran called exercising the right to vote a true civic responsibility and a blessing.
Rakesh Aggarwal, a 1994-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Himachal Pradesh cadre, has been appointed Director General of the National Investigation Agency (NIA), India’s premier counter-terrorism law enforcement body, by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. He was already serving as Special Director General of the NIA.
AP CM Chandrababu is scheduled to visit Kakinada on Jan 17, where he will lay the foundation stone for a new ammonia plant, marking a significant industrial development. Later, the CM will address a large public gathering. Authorities are making comprehensive arrangements to ensure a smooth and secure tour, highlighting the importance of this event.
A goods train derailed near Kavali town in Andhra Pradesh’s Nellore district, causing temporary disruption. Two wagons slipped off the tracks while the train was traveling from Vijayawada to Tirupati. After the incident, several passenger and freight trains were delayed. Railway officials rushed to the spot and initiated restoration work to clear the track.
The vibrant Kite and Sweet Festival at Secunderabad Parade Ground comes to a colorful close today with a grand finale. Visitors from across the state delighted in sky-high kites and a variety of traditional sweets, turning the venue into a festive hotspot. Organizers announced that a hot air balloon show will follow tomorrow, promising breathtaking […]
The Mahajatara festival commenced in Medaram, Mulugu district of Telangana, with the traditional ‘Gudi Melugu’ celebrations today. Priests performed sacred rituals, bathing in the Jampanna stream and purifying the Sammakka-Saralamma temples. The shrines were adorned with red clay, yellow saffron, and fresh grass on the rooftops.
The Indian government will release ₹260 crore to Telangana Gram Panchayats as the first instalment for 2024–25, following local body elections and submission of Utilisation Certificates. Over the past decade, more than ₹11,000 crore has been allocated to strengthen rural governance. Remaining funds of around ₹2,500 crore will be released in phases.
The South India Science Fair will be held in HYD, Telangana from January 19 to 23. From AP, 35 student projects have been selected for exhibition after excelling at the state-level competition held in Vijayawada on Dec 23 and 24. The School Education Dept has instructed the selected students and teachers to make arrangements to […]
The Calcutta High Court dismissed TMC’s petition claiming the ED seized party files during I-PAC raids. The ED denied taking any data, saying West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee removed it herself. The court adjourned the ED’s petition, which will be heard by the Supreme Court on Thursday. Raids were unrelated to TMC.
AP CM Chandrababu will visit Penugonda in West Godavari district on January 20 to offer silk clothes to Goddess Vasavi Kanyakaparameshwari. The offering will involve presenting silk robes sanctioned by the state govt at a cost of ₹20,000. The gesture reflects devotion and the govt’s support for religious and cultural traditions in the region.
The sacred Makara Jyoti Darshan is set to take place today at Sabarimala, Kerala, at Ponnambalamedu, attracting lakhs of devotees from across India and abroad. Pilgrims gather to witness the divine light, a beloved symbol of Lord Ayyappa, while the Sabari Hills echo with chants and prayers. The event marks a spiritually key moment in […]
TG CM Revanth Reddy will embark on an extensive statewide tour from Jan 16 to Feb 1. On Jan 18, he is scheduled to visit Khammam district alongside Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka and Ministers Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and Tummala Nageswara Rao. Reports suggest he may also attend a CPI public meeting the same day, highlighting […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah requested a meeting with LoP Rahul Gandhi amid confusion over a rumored leadership change. He emphasized his intention to expand the cabinet and affirmed his confidence in completing his term. Mallikarjun Kharge and Shivakumar dismissed reports of discord, calling them media speculation and reinforcing collective decision-making.
Bangladesh’s interim leader Muhammad Yunus warned that a surge of disinformation could affect the critical February 12 elections. The Nobel laureate, 85, urged the United Nations human rights team to intervene and counter misleading information. These elections are the first since the 2024 uprising that toppled the previous government, his office said.