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The Andhra Pradesh Assembly continues its 14th consecutive day of sessions, with discussions on departmental budget demands ongoing. AP Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav is set to propose the supplementary revised expenditure for 2025-26 for approval. Simultaneously, debates on the Tirumala laddu will also issue continue in the state Legislative Council.
Union Minister Kishan Reddy will tour Hyderabad today to review development activities. He is scheduled to visit the Bansilalpet division at 10 am to examine local issues and interact with officials. Later at 3 pm, he will inspect modernization works at Nampally Railway Station, where he will assess project progress and discuss improvements with authorities.
The son of Telangana Deputy CM Bhatti Vikramarka is set to tie the knot today in a grand ceremony attended by prominent personalities. TG CM Revanth Reddy, CMs from various states, senior political leaders and film celebrities are expected to grace the occasion. Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place to manage the large […]
Farmers are growing anxious as urea prices may increase after disruptions in LNG supplies from Qatar amid tensions involving Israel, US, and Iran. Liquefied natural gas is a key feedstock and source for fertilizer manufacturing. With supply constraints affecting production in India, raising concerns that reduced availability could soon push urea prices upward.
The Telangana govt has constituted a special panel to oversee arrangements for the Godavari Pushkaralu scheduled from June 26 to July 7, 2027. Sridhar Babu will chair the panel, while ministers including Komatireddy, Ponguleti, Ponnam, Konda Surekha, Seethakka and Tummala will serve as members. The team will coordinate preparations for the spiritual gathering.
As US and Israeli strikes intensified on Tehran, operatives from Iran’s intelligence ministry secretly signalled a willingness to explore talks with the CIA through another country’s spy agency, reportedly aiming to discuss ending the conflict. The overture, made shortly after the joint attacks began, has not led to negotiations.
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth declared that within a week, the US and Israeli air forces will gain complete control of Iranian airspace. He said they will operate day and night, targeting missiles, military infrastructure, and Iranian leaders, including the IRGC, ensuring continuous aerial dominance over Tehran and Iran until the US decides the […]
Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah rejected speculation of discord with Deputy CM DK Shivakumar, describing their bond as one of milk and honey. Denying allegations of phone tapping to monitor his colleague, he accused detractors of attempting to damage their partnership. The CM asserted that their relationship remains strong despite politically motivated rumours.
Veteran leader Sharad Pawar has been chosen as the Rajya Sabha nominee from Maharashtra. Despite initial claims over the seat by Shiv Sena (UBT) and the Congress, allies stepped aside, anticipating an uncontested election. Pawar is set to file his nomination tomorrow, signaling renewed unity within the opposition bloc in the state.
The Telangana govt is gearing up to unveil the Telangana Talli statue within the Assembly premises on March 8. Construction activity has begun, with basement and concrete works progressing swiftly. The statue is set to be placed alongside the statues of Mahatma Gandhi and Dr. BR Ambedkar. Meanwhile, the budget sessions are scheduled to commence […]
India has consistently declined offers to buy US fighter jets, going back to Cold War choices when the US armed Pakistan, a major rival, with American fighters. New Delhi prefers to avoid dependency on US parts, or export controls for its combat aircraft. Instead, India buys transports and helicopters from the US but chooses fighters […]
The Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly and Council adjourned until tomorrow, with members expressing condolences for victims of the recent Vetlapalem blast in Kakinada. CM Chandrababu highlighted the state govt’s focus on boosting tourism. The session underscored both the govt’s commitment to public safety and its vision for growth through tourism expansion.
An economist says changes in tanker insurance and shipping near the Strait of Hormuz may be part of a broader U.S. plan, not just war disruption. This affects global oil flows and could hurt India because so much of its crude, gas and fertiliser imports pass through that route. Higher energy costs may pressure Indian […]
Ahead of International Women’s Day on March 8, the AP govt has revealed key initiatives for women’s welfare. CM Chandrababu will launch two schemes, NTR Kalyanalakshmi and NTR Vidyalakshmi, aimed at providing financial security, particularly benefiting DWACRA groups. These programs underscore the state’s commitment to empowering women across AP.
The United States and Israel have launched strikes on Iran, causing explosions in Tehran and other areas. Reports say children have been killed or injured, including in a hit on a girls’ school. The United Nations has strongly urged all sides to protect children, civilians, schools and hospitals and called for an end to the […]