Nearly 23,830 Indians were caught at US borders in 2025, averaging one detention every 20 minutes, according to reports. Though lower than 2024 figures, India remains a leading source of illegal entrants. Notably, more Indians are now attempting entry via the Canadian border rather than Mexico, highlighting shifting migration patterns and ongoing challenges.
Top Telangana BJP leaders are set to visit Hyderabad today ahead of the upcoming municipal polls. They will convene in Shamshabad with key party representatives to strategize on candidate selection, field-level strengthening, and campaign planning. The meeting aims to finalize crucial decisions that could influence poll outcomes and showcase party strength.
Telangana Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka will visit his home constituency Madhira today. During the tour, he is scheduled to lay the foundation stone for retaining wall construction at the Madhira-Waira ATA, worth at ₹140 cr. The program includes distribution of bicycles to girl students of the govt college and tricycles to differently-abled beneficiaries.
The TDP high command is set to conduct an organizational workshop at the party’s central office today. AP CM Chandrababu will attend the session along with IT Minister Nara Lokesh and TDP state president Palla Srinivas. District presidents, general secretaries, and committee members from 25 parliamentary constituencies are expected to participate.
The huge influx of devotees continues at the Medaram fair, drawing pilgrims from across the region. The govt has allocated ₹251 crore for arrangements and Medaram’s development. Authorities divided the fairground into eight zones and 42 sectors, deploying 13,000 police personnel. An AI-enabled integrated drone policing system is actively monitoring crowds.
The fourth T20 clash between India and New Zealand is set for January 28 in Visakhapatnam, with the hosts already sealing the series 3-0. India is expected to test bench strength and experiment with combinations, while New Zealand will aim to salvage pride with a strong performance. The match begins at 7 pm and will […]
As the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly polls approach, speculation grows over whether Vijay’s TVK party can secure a majority independently. While Vijay’s immense star power and mass appeal energise youth and undecided voters, the party’s lack of grassroots organisational strength. Electoral success will depend on candidate selection and campaign effectiveness.
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, an ‘At Home’ program will be held at 6 PM today at Lok Bhavan in Hyderabad. The event will host numerous dignitaries and guests, prompting authorities to warn of possible traffic congestion on Lok Bhavan Road, stretching from Monappa Island to PV Statue (Khairatabad), between 3 PM […]
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, former Andhra Pradesh CM and YSRCP chief YS Jagan extended warm greetings to the people of the state. He urged citizens to honor India’s sovereignty and cherish the nation’s enduring spirit. Highlighting the significance of the day, Jagan called for unity, patriotism, and pride in India’s democratic […]
On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, AP Governor Abdul Nazeer unfurled the national flag for the first time in Amaravati. Addressing the gathering, he said the govt is progressing toward the ‘Swarnandhra-2047’ vision with a ten-point plan. He stressed poverty eradication, announced NTR guaranteed pension raised to Rs 4,000 to beneficiaries statewide.
On the occasion of Republic Day, the central government announced the 2026 Padma Awards. Eleven people from the Telugu states have been selected. CM Revanth Reddy congratulated the awardees on X, praising them for receiving the prestigious Padma Bhushan and Padma Shri awards and applauded their outstanding contributions to society.
BRS leader T Harish Rao has demanded cancellation of all Singareni Collieries tenders, alleging corruption under the state government. He accused the Chief Minister and his relatives of benefiting from changed tender rules and sought a judicial or CBI probe. Rao said tenders were reissued at higher costs, causing losses and hurting workers’ interests.
Shiv Sena (UBT) said the MNS should have consulted it before supporting Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena in Kalyan Dombivli civic body. Yuva Sena leader Varun Sardesai said both parties fought polls together and dialogue could have avoided the situation. MNS backing Shinde has strengthened the BJP–Shiv Sena alliance in the 122-member KDMC.
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met a three-member US Congressional delegation on January 25 to discuss trade, security, and critical technologies amid tense India-US ties. The talks, deemed “productive,” focused on strengthening bilateral relations despite past disputes over tariffs, farm access, and other geopolitical issues and ongoing wars.
TVK chief Vijay framed the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections as a “democratic battle,” vowing to challenge DMK and AIADMK. He pledged corruption-free governance, urged cadres to protect every vote, and invoked Rani Velu Nachiyar’s legacy. Vijay unveiled the party symbol ‘whistle,’ calling supporters “front-line warriors”.