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Restoration of Independence Day in Portugal, celebrated every December 1, marks the 1640 revolt that ended 60 years of Spanish rule and restored Portuguese sovereignty under the House of Bragança. The day honours national identity, freedom and historical courage, with public holidays, flag‑raising and top ceremonies held nationwide.
AP CM Chandrababu visited Ungutur Mandal in Eluru district today and said the govt has demonstrated strong welfare, development and governance. He pledged to create 20 lakh jobs by 2029 and noted that the CII Partnership Summit 2025 in Visakhapatnam secured ₹13.25 lakh crore in investment commitments, promising major industrial growth for AP.
The Lok Sabha has been adjourned till tomorrow after several opposition MPs resumed protests demanding an immediate discussion on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. Loud slogans and placards disrupted proceedings once the House convened. LS Speaker Om Birla attempted to start Question Hour but finally suspended the session in view of the turmoil.
AP Health and Family Welfare Minister Satya Kumar Yadav said that Andhra Pradesh is now a leader in HIV/AIDS control. On the occasion of World AIDS Day today, he revealed that HIV positivity declined from 2.34% in 2015-16 to 0.58% in 2024-25, while AIDS-related deaths dropped by 88.72%. The state govt’s efforts mark a major […]
TG Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka announced that football legend Lionel Messi will visit Hyderabad and play at Uppal Stadium on December 13 as part of the state’s celebrations. The event will coincide with the unveiling of the Telangana Vision. Several ministers and officials are expected to attend district-wise festivals planned alongside this event.
Sarvesh Kumar, a Moradabad teacher working as a first-time BLO, died by suicide after intense stress from SIR voter-list duties. In a video, he apologised to his family and asked them to care for his four daughters. His death highlights nationwide concerns over BLOs’ long hours, low pay and pressure. His family is demanding action.
Mamata Banerjee will escalate her campaign against the EC’s Special Intensive Revision with rallies in Malda, Murshidabad and a major show in Cooch Behar. The TMC claims the SIR harms border and minority communities, countering the BJP’s “infiltrator-cleansing” narrative. Both parties use the issue to shape identity politics before 2026.
YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy stressed that Andhra Pradesh’s long coastline is more than a boundary, it is an engine for economic growth. He said port development will transform the state’s prosperity by boosting trade, creating jobs and spurring industrial growth. He posted under the hashtag #YSRCPPortsRevolution.
Star actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and popular filmmaker Raj Nidimoru have tied the knot today at the Ling Bhairavi Temple inside the Isha Yoga Centre, Coimbatore in an intimate ceremony attended by around 30 close guests. The news follows widespread speculation after their collaborations and public outings, reigniting interest in their personal lives.
AP CM Chandrababu Naidu visited Eluru district today to participate in the NTR Bharosa Pension Scheme distribution at Gopinathapatnam, handing over old-age pension to beneficiary Gudla Nagalakshmi. He also inspected exhibition stalls at Nallamadhu. Under the scheme, pensions are distributed statewide on the 1st of every month.
Star actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu and popular filmmaker Raj Nidimoru have tied the knot today at the Ling Bhairavi Temple inside the Isha Yoga Centre, Coimbatore in an intimate ceremony attended by around 30 close guests. The news follows widespread speculation after their collaborations and public outings, reigniting interest in their personal lives.
The Regional Meteorological Centre has stated that Cyclone Ditwah’s impact on Telangana will be minimal. The cyclone is expected to affect Khammam, Bhadradri Kothagudem, Suryapet, Nalgonda, and Nagarkurnool districts today, prompting a yellow alert. Hyderabad may experience moderate rainfall, but overall, the state is likely to receive light rains.
Chaos continued in the Lok Sabha even after proceedings resumed at 12 PM, as opposition MPs continued shouting slogans on the ‘SIR’ issue. Amid the disruption, the Speaker conducted the Question Hour briefly before adjourning the House to 2 PM. Tensions remained high, with the opposition insisting no business proceed without permission.
A massive ruckus erupted in the Rajya Sabha today as NDA and INDIA bloc MPs clashed over the new Rajya Sabha chairmanship. Heated arguments and sloganeering disrupted proceedings, forcing the House to pause discussions. The confrontation highlighted the intense political rivalry and the struggle for leadership positions in the upper house of Parliament.
BJP MP and actress Kangana Ranaut urged opposition MPs to cooperate for the smooth functioning of the Winter Session of Parliament. She emphasized that meaningful discussions and passing more bills are possible only without conflict. Kangana appealed to MPs to allow debates on issues like pollution without stalling the House or creating disruptions.