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.
AP CM Chandrababu’s overseas tour is still underway, with his family currently touring Bali in Indonesia. The Chief Minister is scheduled to return to the state capital Amaravati on Sunday, January 4. Following his return, he will participate in and deliver a speech at the World Telugu Conference, set to take place in Guntur on […]
Telangana Assembly proceedings restarted after a 3-day recess, with the Congress-led govt set to table 5 key bills. Meanwhile, BRS MLAs raised objections on the Assembly premises, staging a protest with placards over the alleged urea shortage. Simultaneously, the Legislative Council commenced its sitting with Question Hour.
Telangana Assembly sessions resume today, starting with a question-and-answer session led by the Speaker. The meetings, continuing until January 7, will see the govt introduce 2 ordinances: one on TG GST amendments and another on employee rationalization and pay structure changes. Earlier sessions, which began on Dec 29, were postponed after condolence motions.