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Russian President Putin revealed a big rise in the country’s weapons production after the war with Ukraine. He stated that overall production has hiked 22-fold, with tank output rising 2.2 times and military aircraft production 4.6 times. Putin credited the defense sector’s growth to steady economic development, emphasizing its vital role.
Senior Congress MP Shashi Tharoor has cautioned the Central Govt against underestimating Pakistan, highlighting its evolving military strategies and missile development. He emphasized that democracy there is largely nominal, with the military maintaining substantial control. Tharoor urged India to remain vigilant and fully prepared to respond to any threats.
Malaysia’s top court has convicted former PM Najib Razak on corruption charges, ruling that he misappropriated $700 million from the 1MDB development fund for personal use. Najib has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and fined $2.8 billion. Failure to pay the fine could result in a amore 10-year jail term, marking a big […]
A review meeting on the formation of Greater Vijayawada and Greater Tirupati is scheduled at the AP Secretariat this afternoon, chaired by CM Chandrababu. The meeting will focus on development plans and administrative integration of 75 villages under Vijayawada. Afterward, the CM will depart for HYD to attend the NTR Educational Institution’s celebrations.
The Election Commission has decided to remove 2.89 crore voters from Uttar Pradesh’s electoral rolls, with the updated list set for release on Dec 31. This includes 1.26 crore migrants. Citizens have been given until January 30, 2026, to raise objections. The final voter list is scheduled for publication on February 28, ensuring accuracy ahead […]
The Andhra Pradesh govt has announced that old-age pensions will be distributed on December 31, ahead of the New Year holiday on January 1. Village and ward secretariat staff have been instructed to arrange cash by Dec 30 and notify banks in advance. Any pending pensions will be disbursed on January 2 to ensure timely […]
Hyderabad police have stepped up enforcement ahead of New Year celebrations to achieve a drug-free city. A high-level review meeting was held at the ICCC under Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar. Authorities will intensify Hawk-Eye surveillance at pubs, hotels, and event venues, with close monitoring of individuals linked to drug cases.
Severe rainfall has caused widespread destruction across California, with flash floods from hilly regions sweeping away buildings in several hill resorts. The extreme weather turned fatal as a tree worker in San Diego and a police officer in Sacramento lost their lives. The state governor has declared a state of emergency to manage rescue operations.
In a big move to enhance women’s safety, especially during night travel, the central govt has permitted app-based cab services to offer a female-driver option for women passengers. Platforms such as Ola, Uber, and Rapido will enable this choice during booking, subject to driver availability, following directions issued by the Ministry of Road Transport.
AP CM Chandrababu Naidu lauded RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat for his selfless service to society without seeking any political position. Highlighting his development vision, Naidu announced plans for a Space City in Tirupati, Drone City in Kurnool, Aero Space City in Anantapur, and a Med Tech Park in Vizag, recalling his earlier efforts to attract […]
The Telangana govt is preparing to deposit ₹12,000 per acre for two crops directly into farmers’ accounts ahead of Sankranti, continuing its farmer assurance program. After the successful ₹9,000 cr distribution last monsoon, the scheme will be rolled out quickly, though funds will be restricted to cultivated lands, excluding uncultivated plots this time.
Australia’s interim captain Steve Smith has set a new milestone in Test cricket, becoming the 2nd-highest catcher with 211 catches, surpassing India’s Rahul Dravid (210). He achieved the record with a catch during the Boxing Day Test at Crawley against England. Joe Root of England remains the top catcher with 214 dismissals, keeping the competition […]
China has started granting rare-earth magnet import licences to Indian companies, helping the auto and components sectors. India is pushing local production through a ₹7,280 cr scheme to manufacture rare-earth permanent magnets. The plan aims to cut dependence on China, strengthen supply chains, and support defence, electronics, and clean energy goals.
China rejected a US Pentagon report claiming it eased border tensions with India to weaken US-India ties and strengthen ties with Pakistan. Officials called it false and biased, stressed stable India-China relations, confirmed smooth border communication, and urged the US to stop spreading baseless claims about China’s defence activities and intentions.
A Ghajini-style war poster released by the Aam Aadmi Party has gone viral across Delhi, triggering buzz online. The poster targets Delhi Lieutenant Governor, accusing him of obstructing governance. Shared on social media, the dramatic imagery reflects AAP’s campaign strategy as political tensions escalate in the national capital ahead of key developments.