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AP Pushing 10 Lakh PNG Connections for Households an Uphill Task

State targets 10 lakh PNG connections in six months amid infrastructure and adoption challenges

Gurukul Schools Record 99.12% Pass Rate in SSC Exams

In JEE Mains, 441 students qualified and 35 scored above 90 percentile. Students also performed well in IIT and NEET streams.

AP Steps Forward for Conservation of Peacock Tarantula

The first specimen of this spider had been discovered by H.C. West, chief engineer of Madras Railway in late 1890s in the deciduous forest of And

DC Edit | Check Fuel Use As Rupee Falls

In the last one year, the rupee has emerged as the worst performing major currency

Koppal: Six Get Death Penalty in BJP Youth Leader Murder Case

Venkatesh was the former president of the BJP Yuva Morcha of Gangavathi Mandal.The murder took place on October 8, 2025, within the limits of the

Methodist Church Holds 38th Hyd Regional Meet After 15-Year Gap at Chitambar Hall

The deacons conference was conducted alongside the three-day event

NHRC Issues Heatwave Warning as Telangana Records 46C; No Advisory Issued Yet

On Thursday, maximum temperatures in Telangana touched 46C in Adilabad, with several districts including Kamareddy, Nirmal, Jagtial and Kumuram B

Latest Outlook Says Parts of India May Get Excess Rains

See-saw predictions on monsoon continue

ISC Class 12 Topper 2026: Kanpur student gets perfect 100/100 score, claims school

ISC Class 12 Results 2026: Kanpur student Ojasvit Pasricha achieved a perfect 100 percent in the ISC Class 12 examinations. The CISCE announced i

25% Discount on LRS Fees From May 1 to July 31

Discount targets pending dues from 2020 applicants

Systemic failures made tribal man take his sisters skeletal remains to bank, finds probe in Odisha

Revenue Divisional Commissioner, who is heading a State government probe, said there was delay in issuing death certificate to the deceaseds fami

Crypto card spending surges to $600 million monthly: How are crypto cards becoming one of 2026s fastest-growing payment trends?

Crypto card spending growth 2026: Crypto cards are experiencing a surge in popularity, with monthly transaction volumes reaching approximately $6

DEA notice awaited on easing FDI rules for foreign cos with up to 10% in China firms

FDI rules for overseas companies with up to 10% Chinese shareholding are set to be notified soon, as the Department of Economic Affairs is finali

Indian workers are central to Middle East oil yet, theyre unseen

Indian migrants have been crucial to the Middle Eastern oil industry from its beginnings. Professor Andrea Wright highlights their significant co

5-year-old Dies After Falling into Open Mission Bhagiratha Pit in Jangaon

The incident triggered protests by relatives and villagers, who blamed negligence by the Mission Bhagiratha department and contractors for leavin

CPI leader urges govt. to protect public from drug mafia

Jewish proverb of the day: I have set before you life and death and you shall choose life life lessons on free will, right choices, responsibility and why choosing good shapes your future

Synopsis - This Jewish proverb teaches that honest and heartfelt words create a deep emotional connection between people. It explains that true i

AP HC Gives SIT Two Months to File Final Report on Group-1 Lapses

Public Prosecutor M. Lakshminarayana, appearing for the SIT, informed the court that details of the inquiry had been placed on record and sought

MBBS Seat Cap Lifted Across States, Private Medical Colleges to Benefit

While the decision would help increase the number of doctors in the long run, medical experts and faculty have raised serious concerns over the q

Trial Run at TIMS Sanathnagar from Friday; OP Services in 22 Departments

The trial run will cover services across 22 departments, including cardiology, neurology, nephrology, gastroenterology, urology, general medicine

Pradeep S. Mehta and Tasmita Sengupta | Its Time For New Compact For The Welfare Of Labour All Across India

Far from being isolated incidents, these reflect a deeper pattern of industrial unrest, towards a structural default in Indias growth trajectory.

KEERA to be established for structural reforms in engineering education: Minister

Universities in AP to be Research Hubs

CM Naidu calls for future-ready courses

Quote of the Day by Tom Cruise: When you have to cope with a lot of problems Advice on overcoming challenges, building mental strength, handling pressure, and how to stay strong during difficult times by the actor and producer known for Top Gun and the Mission: Impossible franchise

Quote of the Day by Tom Cruise: When you have to cope with a lot of problems, you're either going to sink or you're going to swim, Tom Cruise's q

'What is this justification?': Sen Shaheen grills Hegseth over delays in Ukraine aid |Heated hearing

Who are Dr Nicole B. Saphier and Dr Casey Means, and how are they linked with President Donald Trump? Trump nominates new surgeon general after stalled pick

Who are Dr Nicole B. Saphier and Dr Casey Means, and how are they linked with President Donald Trump? The US surgeon general nomination changed a

Naidu Asks Ministers to Make Use of AI, IT in Governance

Naidu elaborated on how minister Nara Lokesh, during his visit to the US, persuaded the company representatives to consider AP as an investment d

Thought of the day by Phoebe Dynevor: When you're on the cusp of throwing in the towel Words by Daphne Bridgerton on how to be positive when you are about to give up

Thought of the day: Phoebe Dynevors thought of the day serves as a reminder that progress doesnt always feel like forward movement. At times, it

NMC Eases MBBS Seat Norms, Telangana Experts See Boost for Medical Education

As per the notification issued on April 23, the earlier cap restricting medical colleges from increasing MBBS seats beyond 150 has been scrapped.

If winning looks like this, then I would hate to see losing: Blumenthal rips Hegseth over Iran war

Haj 2026: Rs 10,000 Airfare Additional Charge Invites Strong Criticism

Asad urges Kiren Rijuju to withdraw the circular

Players need to maintain team culture: Sangakkara on Parag vaping row

The Royals head coach admitted the controversies didnt really help them

'Most convoluted bulls**t I have ever heard': Keating rips Hegseth on drug boat strike rationale

Federal Bank To Acquire Select Card Portfolio From StanC India

Standard Chartered Bank sells 4.5 lakh cards; deal to close in 2026

Bengal Strongroom showdown: BJP-TMC tensions intensify over EVM security; Mamata rejects exit polls

Quote of the day by Margaret Thatcher: Watch your thoughts, for they will become actions. Watch your actions, for theyll become.... Can your habits predict your future? Discover Iron Ladys secret psychological blueprint to master your thoughts, fix daily mistakes, and unlock a hidden destiny

Margaret Thatcher quote of the day: Your mind is a silent architect. Margaret Thatcher knew that a single thought, repeated, becomes a landslide.

Man accused in Trump assassination attempt agrees to remain in custody

Cole Allen, accused of planning an attack on President Trump and officials, will remain in custody. Prosecutors allege Allen traveled to Washingt

Re-Evaluation and Improvement Examinations Are Scheduled for June and July

A 247 helpline, #iGotHelp, was made available from February to support students with counselling and guidance during the exam period.

Local Body Polls Only After Summer Break, AP Tells HC

Advocate General Dammalapati Srinivas, appearing for the state, submitted that polls would not be held until after the summer break.

Who is Ahmad Vahidi? The man reportedly calling the shots in Iran and worrying Trump's team

As Iran's leadership undergoes significant shifts amidst a U.S.-Israeli war, Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi is emerging as a powerful figure with

Gurjit Singh | As India, Africa Get Closer, Critical Minerals Hold Key

Second, financing mechanisms must be reimagined. Critical minerals projects are capital-intensive and carry high risks. A blended finance model,

Minor Irrigation Tanks in Trouble, Need Special Focus, Says Report

Kodanda Reddy said through the Mission Kakatiya programme launched by the previous BRS government to restore and revive minor irrigation tanks wa

'Don 4 Will Be Made For Sure'

Farhan Akhtar Chooses to limit discussion on Ranveer Singh controversy

Indias first green methanol plant to turn Kutch weed into marine fuel

Prosopis juliflora, which has for decades threatened biodiversity in Kutchs Banni grasslands, will be turned into methanol; the global shipping i

'Central Staff Can Be Counting Supervisors': Court Rejects Trinamool Appeal

The Calcutta High Court refused to interfere with the counting process, emphasising that judicial intervention during an ongoing election is limi

RashmikaVijays No Joint Frames Rule

Newlyweds are keeping it strictly solo in public, choosing separate appearances to let Ranabaali take centre stage

UP Judge Duped Of Rs 23.99 Lakh Pretext Of Arranging Haj Pilgrimage: Cops

Two suspected cyber fraudsters have been arrested for allegedly duping a judge here of Rs 23.99 lakh on the pretext of arranging a Haj pilgrimage

Those Unbearable Summer Migraines

Experts are witnessing a surge in migraines triggered by excessive heat and harsh sunlight

Resident Evil Trailer drops: Why are some fans upset with Zach Creggers dark reboot and when will the movie release

Resident Evil trailer: Austin Abrams stars as Brian, a courier who is abruptly thrust into a nightmare scenario reminiscent of the games. Accordi

Property tax rebate extended by a month, till May 31

Five new districts sparks concern in Kargil, deepens faultlines in Ladakh

Residents in Kargil have raised concerns over the creation of five new districts in Ladakh, alleging the move could divide the regions unified de

USD Dollar crashes against Yen: Why is Japan currency witnessing historic rise?

US dollar index was down 0.70 per cent at 98.17, on track to snap two straight sessions of gains.

SHRC orders mandatory safety checks for events at Kaloor stadium

Vaigai will be a flowing symbol of Madurais faith, fraternity: HC judge

Thenur, with its agrarian grace, Gandhian memory, cultural restraint, and historic connection with the Kallazhagar festival, deserves to have its

Watermelon panic?

Its about handling, not the fruit

Only Way Out: Rape Survivor Sets Self Afire Near Gurugram Top Cop's Office

A rape survivor's desperate cry for justice spilled onto the streets outside the Gurugram Police Commissioner's office on Thursday, when she alle

Indias marine fish production touched 35.7 lakh tonnes in 2025

Gauri Khan on Design: Timeless Always Wins Over Trends

At an interactive session with students at a fashion institute, Gauri Khan spoke candidly about design, discipline, and discovering ones unique v

Meghalaya woman found dead in Bengaluru, probe on

Odisha Woman Raped, Face Slashed, Taken To Hospital On Cart

In the absence of an ambulance, she was transported to a nearby health centre on a trolley.

Quote of the day by Al Pacino: 'I don't think actors should ever expect to get a role, because the disappointment is too...' - lesson on why actors should stop expecting roles and start seeing opportunities by Oscar-winning star of Scent of a Woman

Quote of the day by Al Pacino: Legendary actor Al Pacino shares his wisdom on the acting profession. He believes actors should see auditions as c

US To Execute Man, Who Spent Nearly 50 Years On Death Row, For Killing Minor

A Florida man who has spent nearly 50 years on Death Row is to be executed by lethal injection on Thursday for the murder of a 13-year-old girl.

4 Dead, Many Missing As Cruise Boat With 29 On Board Sinks In Madhya Pradesh

4 Dead As Cruise Boat With 31 On Board Sinks In Madhya Pradesh's Jabalpur

AP Reels Under Heat as Gudur Hits 45.8C

Heatwave grips 216 mandals, rain likely in some districts

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Young India School Project Launched In Devarakonda

The minister said such residential schools are being established in every constituency to accommodate 2,563 students in each campus, without cast

Centre Sanctions Rs 1,192.16 Crore to AP Under MGNREGA

Funds to boost rural jobs, infrastructure and timely wage payments

Agri Dept Must Oversee Online Pesticide, Herbicide Sales: Kodanda Reddy

The commission also called on agriculture department officials to crackdown on e-commerce platforms unless they possess the requisite clearances

Reserves: Pak Minister Contrasts Country's Oil Shock With India's Stability

Pakistan's Petroleum Minister Ali Pervaiz Malik pointed at how India is relatively stable compared to his country because of its strategic oil re

Top Court Orders Test Of Audio 'Linking' Biren Singh To Manipur Violence

More than 260 people were killed and thousands displaced since the ethnic violence broke out between the Imphal valley-based Meitei and neighbour

U.K. calls antisemitism an emergency as police investigate stabbing attack on 2 Jewish men

Police have arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder and labelled the stabbing attack as an act of terrorism. Detectives are w

From $61 billion to $900 billion in just 14 months - the insane story in tech: Anthropic could dethrone OpenAI as the most valuable startup

Anthropic is seeing very fast growth and may reach a huge $900 billion value soon. The AI company is getting strong investor interest due to risi

G7 calls for 'ambitious review' of OECD aid rules, pushes reform agenda

G7 ministers called for a significant review of OECD's DAC to incorporate private capital and non-traditional finance. The aim is to simplify dev

Chaitanyamayi Art Gallery to host 23rd annual Kalamahotsava today

BJP Relies Heavily on Central Forces for WB Counting

70,000 CAPF personnel to guard counting centres

'Just spreading rumours': BJP dismisses TMC's ballot box 'tampering' charges amid ongoing protests

Ponguleti sets May-end deadline for allocating pending 2BHK houses

What is the psychology behind people who hold unique leadership qualities and inspire teams to follow them Are they born to lead?

The psychology of individuals often described as born leaders suggests their influence is not by chance, but shaped by a blend of personality tra

This 45 Seater in Hyderabad Is Serving Up Cantonese With Character

At Lili, a cozy but artistically done up 45-seater restaurant in Hyderabad, art, Cantonese flavours and thoughtful cocktails come together in a s

Quote of the Day by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.: Faith is taking the first step even when you cant see the whole staircase Inspiring lessons on courage, belief, and why taking the first step matters by the Nobel Peace Prize-winning American Civil Rights Movement leader

Quote of the day by Martin Luther King Jr. highlights the importance of courage and belief in moments of uncertainty. It emphasizes that faith is

Wrong on crypto, wrong on Brexit: Carney smokes Poilievres economic stance in heated exchange

Sunjay Kapur Will row: Karismas kids get relief as court restrains Priya Kapur

Have you ever disagreed with President Trump?: Brutal back-and-forth between Wesley Bell & Hegseth

60 days in & you cant even give cost breakdown?: Goodlander rips Hegseth over Iran war spending

700 Paramilitary Companies Deployed To Prevent Bengal Post-Poll Violence

Officials at the Election Commission headquarters will conduct real-time monitoring of the counting exercise through control rooms.

CM Revanth Sets June 15 Deadline for Distribution of Education Kits to Students

Centralised procurement to curb irregularities, ensure quality delivery

'Alarming!' TMC posts video of 'gross electoral fraud', calls EC 'puppet'

The Trinamool Congress has accused the BJP and the Election Commission of gross electoral fraud and murder of democracy following alleged ballot

Empty LNG ship from India heads into Strait of Hormuz for loading in UAEs Das Island

Umm Al Ashtan is among the first instance since the war started that an empty ship in ballast condition is sailing upstream of the Strait of Horm

'I am not ashamed of my faith in Christ!': Hegseth erupts in anger at Sen Reed during Senate hearing

Why is the 2026 Social Security 2.8% COLA failing against 3.3% inflation? Is your retirement check shrinking?

Social Security COLA 2026 Inflation Gap: Why 2.8% Increase Trails 3.3% Senior Inflation. The 2.8% Social Security COLA for 2026 is failing. It do