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Venezuela declared a national emergency after at least seven explosions and reports of low flying aircraft shook Caracas overnight. The Maduro government accused the United States of launching strikes on civilian and military sites across several states. US media cited unnamed officials confirming American involvement. Flights were banned as tensions escalated.
PM Modi has remained silent despite repeated claims by China and the US that India has halted its Operation Sindoor against Pakistan. Analysts suggest this restraint could be a strategic choice, maintain diplomatic leverage, and manage sensitive security operations quietly. By not responding publicly, the govt may be seeking to balance international ties.
The Andhra Pradesh Tourism Dept is gearing up for the ‘Avakai – Amaravati’ festival, scheduled from Jan 8 to Feb 10 at Punnami Ghat and Bhavani Island. Entry to the celebrations will be free for all. Authorities are making detailed arrangements for smooth coordination of cultural, literary, and cinema events, along with effective traffic management.
The BJP plans a nationwide awareness campaign on ‘VB-G Ram G Act’, with a key strategy meeting scheduled today at 7:30 pm under the leadership of BJP chief JP Nadda. Conducted via video conference, the meeting will include CMs of BJP-ruled states and state BJP presidents. Officials will outline the roadmap to educate citizens about […]
AP Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan visited the renowned Anjaneya Swamy Temple at Kondagattu in Jagityal district, receiving a warm reception from the temple authorities. Telangana Minister Adluri Lakshman accompanied him during the visit. Special rituals were performed by the chief priests on his behalf, marking the occasion as a significant spiritual event.
AP CM Chandrababu paid homage to Savitribai Phule on her birth anniversary, recognizing her as India’s first woman teacher. He highlighted her courage in promoting learning for women, which laid the foundation for today’s educated female generation. Naidu emphasized that modern women owe a debt of gratitude to her efforts that challenged societal norms.
Telangana Governor Vishnu Dev Verma is visiting Visakhapatnam today. He will begin with a morning visit to the Eastern Naval Command headquarters. After completing his official schedule, he will return to Hyderabad at 8:35 pm via an Indigo flight. The Governor had reached Visakhapatnam yesterday afternoon to start his two-day visit.
The third World Telugu Conference commenced with the Srinivasa Kalyanam event at the Sri Sathya Sai Spiritual Centre near Guntur. Organized by the Andhra Saraswata Parishad, the Mahasabhas will continue until Jan 5th. Statues of Ramoji Rao, Sr. NTR, and Balamuralikrishna were unveiled at the venue. AP Assembly Speaker Ayyannapatrudu attended the program.
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.
The BJP is set to conduct a key meeting today to deliberate on the ‘One Nation, One Poll’ proposal. The discussion will take place via video conference from Delhi under the leadership of BJP national chief JP Nadda. CMs from NDA states are expected to participate. The meeting will focus on the strategy for presenting […]
The arrival of a new calendar year offers a chance for renewal, a spirit embodied by the Mahayana New Year celebrated today by millions of Buddhists worldwide. Marked by messages of peace, compassion, and self-awareness, the occasion is observed with spiritual rituals. Countries including China, Japan, Tibet, and Korea commemorate the festival with devotion.
Security has been tightened for BJP’s final Tamil Nadu rally tomorrow, where Home Minister Amit Shah will speak. Drones are banned, entry points have frisking and barricades, and extra police are deployed to manage crowds and traffic. Officials urged public cooperation. The rally aims to energize party workers before Assembly elections.
Ahead of municipal polls, Mahayuti—BJP, Shinde Shiv Sena, and NCP—has won 64 Maharashtra municipal seats unopposed as opposition candidates withdrew. BJP led with 43 seats, Shiv Sena 19, and NCP 2. Region-wise, victories spanned Kalyan-Dombivli, Bhiwandi, Panvel, and more. The win strengthens the ruling alliance ahead of the January 15 civic polls.
Ahead of the 2026 BMC polls, the BJP scored a major boost in Maharashtra as 14 candidates won unopposed. The party secured six uncontested seats in Bhiwandi, three in Dombivli, and six in Jalgaon. Along with Shinde-led Shiv Sena allies, Mahayuti claimed strong early gains, signalling growing support before civic elections.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh warned of a growing trend of white-collar terrorism, where highly-educated individuals engage in anti-national acts. He cited the November Red Fort bombers, who were doctors, stressing that education must include morality, values, and wisdom. Singh urged universities to promote ethics, holistic thinking, and solution-driven research.