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Revenue Reforms, Simplified Governance Top Priority

The minister inaugurated the newly constructed Tahsildar office at Uyyuru along with Krishna district collector DK Balaji, joint collector M Nave

Rush for Borewells Intensifies As El Nio Drying Up Rayalaseema

Over 40,000 borewells drilled as farmers struggle to save crops amid severe water scarcity

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth Cancels Planned Israel Trip Amid Rising Iran Tensions

Israeli officials confirmed the cancellation of the high-profile visit. Hegseth was expected to hold critical defense talks with Prime Minister B

Rising Tensions Between Iran and the US: Global Crisis Looms

Mumbai, July 9: Tensions between Iran and the United States have escalated, raising concerns about a potential global crisis. Retired Brigadier S

Chinese proverb of the day: Experience is a comb which nature gives us when we are... Timeless life lessons on patience, resilience, practical wisdom, personal growth, self-discovery, and why do life's toughest moments shape our greatest strengths

Today's Chinese Proverb by ancient Chinese wisdom speaks to a truth almost everyone discovers too late. The mistakes we wish we had avoided often

CM Naidu to Interact With Farmers During Banaganapalle Visit Today

Nandyal superintendent of police Sunil Sheron said elaborate security arrangements had been made for the Chief Ministers tour.

Indian national among inmates killed in Sri Lankas prison riots

The deceased Indians name is Unnikrishnan S.; the High Commission of India has not yet issued an official statement on the death, official source

AP High Court Puts on Hold Final Decision on Vizags Rushikonda Buildings

AP government has submitted to the HC bench that it is only inviting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for the operation and maintenance of the Rushi

Prakasam District Opens MSME Parks, Bets Big on Industries

District showcases ready plots and fast approvals to drive industrial growth

Judge orders E. Jean Carroll be paid $5.8M after jury found Trump sexually abused and defamed her

Donald Trump is also appealing $83 million in defamation compensation granted to E. Jean Carroll by a separate Manhattan jury after a January 202

ISRO Clears Crucial Parachute Test for Gaganyaan

IMAT-05 validates main parachute system ahead of first uncrewed G1 mission

Jagan Pays Tributes To YSR On 77th Birth Anniversary

Former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy paid floral tributes to his father and former chief minister Dr Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy at his memori

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'That's a failing network!': Trump roasts MSNBC reporter in viral exchange | NATO summit

Inspirational quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: 'He who has a why to live can bear...' Timeless lesson on purpose, resilience and overcoming every challenge

Quote of the day by Friedrich Nietzsche: Friedrich Nietzsche's quote highlights purpose as a source of strength. Having a clear 'why' helps indiv

Make Me Irrigation Min. For 3 Months, Will Prove KLIS Works: Harish

Water can be pumped from Kannepalli to Sundilla and then to Annaram barrage and from there to the Yellampalli reservoir. From here, water can flo

Govt Removes 2,074 Acres in Nandyal From Prohibited Land List

The orders were issued through GO No. 77 on Wednesday, effectively clearing long-pending issues faced by farmers in the region.

French Proverb of the Day: You must crack the shell to get the almond Life lessons on perseverance, resilience, personal growth, determination and why every challenge is an opportunity to grow

French Proverb of the Day highlights the meaning of You must crack the shell to get the almond. The saying reflects how valuable achievements, op

I'll be right up there with Lenin: Trump cracks 'communist' joke; Rubio's reaction steals the show

Mamata Banerjee accuses BJP, police after clashes during TMC protest march

A Trinamool Congress procession faced disruptions from BJP supporters and police intervention. Clashes occurred, and Trinamool claimed many worke

Why wouldnt I, Al Sharaa is great: Trump declares to remove Syria from State sponsor terror list

'I always think of Italy's best': Meloni doesn't 'regret' courting Trump despite recent clashes

Fed policymakers saw inflation concerns mounting at June meeting, minutes show

Federal Reserve officials discussed rising inflation at their recent meeting. Most participants saw scenarios where inflation would fall on its o

7,000 Nellore Government School Students To Get Free Bicycles

Nellores free bicycle initiative aims to make commuting to school easier for students from 15 urban and eight rural government high schools.

Manipur to adopt new security approach for operations

Manipur's government is reviewing security measures following a deadly ambush on Assam Rifles personnel. Home Minister Govindas Konthoujam discus

'You have 5 days...': DOJ's ultimatum to states as Trump admin targets noncitizen voting | Midterms

Markapur, Krishna Districts to Get Leather Units: Minister

Addressing the media, Dr Bala Veeranjaneya Swamy said the government was restoring LIDCAP to its former glory while taking concrete steps to impr

'Everyone wants our equipment': Trump urges NATO to hit 5% defence target, touts American weapons

Webland, 22A Errors Trouble Local Landowners CFL Launches Support Centre

The CFL demanded that the state government conduct a transparent review of the 22A list, correct Webland mistakes that occurred before 2010 and r

Why Russia is trying to jam Starlink and what it means for Ukraine | Explained

Starlink has become a crucial tool for Ukraines military, enabling battlefield communications and long-range drone operations. Now, Russia is dep

Can cats experience separation anxiety like dogs? How can you tell if your cat is feeling lonely? Scientists explain the surprising signs

Can cats experience separation anxiety like dogs? New feline behavior research shows cats form emotional bonds, recognize human voices, and react

West Bengal unveils industry push as Mitsubishi eyes chip unit

Mitsubishi executives met with West Bengal officials regarding a semiconductor unit. The state government is preparing a new industrial policy fo

Scoop to soup: FDA freezes licence of Mumbai's iconic ice cream outlet after rats found on premises

During a surprise inspection at the popular outlet, FDA reported severe sanitation lapses, including the presence of live rats and flies on the p

Football: Chelsea sign 19-year-old winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon

Chelsea has signed Portuguese winger Geovany Quenda from Sporting Lisbon. The 19-year-old agreed to a contract until 2034 with the club. Quenda a

Trump & Meloni's awkward NATO reunion caught on camera after explosive public fallout

BMW Overtakes Archrival Mercedes in Jan-June Sales

BMW's aggressive sales push was driven in the entry-level luxury and electric vehicle markets, notably with the BMW iX1 and BMW 5 Series.

Muslim personal law recognising puberty as age of marriage violates POCSO Act, PCMA: Allahabad HC

A bench of justices JJ Munir and Achal Sachdev observed that the age of marriage for every citizen of the country irrespective of religion is sam

Appointments to public offices should be guided by competence, integrity and professional ability and not by recommendations or other extraneous considerations, says HC

Govt seeks proposals for coal gasification projects under Rs 37,500-cr incentive scheme

The incentive, launched in May this year, is aimed at promoting surface coal/lignite gasification for the production of syngas and downstream val

DC Edit | India, Indonesia Enter New Era To Serve Mutual Aims

Defence deals and wider cooperation signal a stronger Indo-Pacific partnership.

Donation racket alleged at Madhya Pradesh temple, probe ordered

Managed by a government committee, its alleged that a parallel, unauthorised committee was operating in the temple premises, accepting cash and v

Drone strikes on civilian vehicles kill at least 20 in Sudan, rights groups say

The group said that the strike was deliberate and carried out using a guided drone and called for the international community to pressure RSF lea

SIR Disrupts Learning at Single-Teacher Government Schools

Assigning non-teaching duties only worsens the situation. Teachers are reporting mounting stress and exhaustion, while students are left with dim

Monsoon In Bursts: Why Several States Are Flooded In 'Below-Normal' Year

The first eight days of July brought a sharp increase in rainfall across several parts of the country.

Narasaraopet to host 2,000 crore mega loan mela on July 17: MP

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu are expected to attend the programme, which aims to benefit abo

Temple Revenue, Devotee Footfall Record Strong Growth: Minister

Temple revenue increased by nearly 9% while devotee footfall rose by 27% across Andhra Pradesh's 22 major temples.

iPhone 18 Pro Max: Launch date, design, camera upgrades, AI features & everything Apple could unveil

iPhone 18 Pro Max: Apple is expected to unveil the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max in September 2026. According to reports, the devices are l

In Talks, Myanmar Assures Its Land Will Not Be Used For Action Against India

An important assurance given by the country to India is that no action will be undertaken against the interests of India from Myanmar territory.

Telangana Education Dept Seeks More National Award Nominations

The department said the awards provide teachers with a rare opportunity to showcase their teaching practices, contributions to student developmen

The Taste of the Nawabs at Mazzo Rooftop Bar, Hyderabad Marriott

Every dish reflects the royal culinary traditions of Lucknow, known for their delicate spices, slow-cooking techniques, and refined flavours.

Sena Corporator Who Assaulted Doctors Admitted To Hospital After Arrest

Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Atul Zende of Kalyan said Mhatre was taken into custody in connection with the criminal case registered again

Govt. nod for 190-mld water treatment plant in Aluva

FBI probing Argentine Football Association's finances in US over alleged money laundering concerns

FBI agents are investigating the Argentine Football Association's finances in the United States. The probe focuses on alleged money laundering co

Amit Shah orders third-party audit to cut airport passenger delays

Shah directed the phased installation of Automatic Tray Retrieval System at airports across the country, to ease the congestion at security check

'Let them fight': Trump makes stunning war comparison in meeting with Zelenskyy at NATO summit

Shankar Vilas Flyover to be Completed Soon: Guntur District Collector

He assured traders that the administration would make every possible effort to safeguard their interests while implementing the project

Trump's Board of Peace planning pilot humanitarian zone in Gaza, official says

On Monday (July 6, 2026), Hamas said it had dissolved its de facto government in Gaza and signalled it was ready to hand over to NCAG, as it pres

CM to inaugurate Kochi Corporations third ro-ro vessel on Sunday

Japanese mindset of the day by Kenzabur e: 'Once a person has been poisoned by self-deception, he can't make decisions about...' - thought-provoking lesson by Nobel Prize-winning author of A Personal Matter reveals the hidden habit that could be ruining your life

Life lesson by Kenzabur e: Nobel laureate Kenzaburo Oe highlighted self-deception's impact on decision-making. He believed personal biases hinder

Besant Road clears up after hawker eviction

Traffic eases after unlicensed vendors are removed following the High Courts directions; shopkeepers welcome the move while displaced hawkers fea

Tihar to respond to terror-accused U.S. nationals plea for American-style diet

Request made purely on humanitarian considerations and intended to safeguard the health of their client while in judicial custody, counsel for th

Poor Monsoon: Karnataka Reserves Almatti Water For Drinking

The statement said most reservoirs are yet to receive adequate inflows because of the weak monsoon, raising concerns over water availability in t

China gave little notice, detail to US before July 6 missile test, State Dept official says

China provided the United States only a few hours notice for its missile test. This notification lacked sufficient detail, falling short of inter

Water In Mumbai's Lakes Crosses 41%, But 10% Cut To Continue

The current water stock stands at 5.98 lakh million litres, enough to meet Mumbai's water requirements until mid-October, officials said.

'No territory use against India': Myanmar assures Delhi at border security talks

India could become potential partner in infra development in South Africa: Consul General

Indian companies are set to partner in South Africa's infrastructure development projects. South Africa seeks to modernize its rail and logistics

'Exercise Restraint, Return To Diplomacy': India On Fresh Middle-East Tensions

Following the strikes reportedly by Iran, the US attacked a number of Iranian military installations. Iran also fired missiles on Kuwait and Bahr

Telangana: First State-Level Induction Training for New Nursing Officers

The director said the induction programme is designed to cover essential areas, including government service rules, CCA Rules, service matters, j

DC Edit | Was MoU on Iran Set To Fail?

A ceasefire without safeguards may only pause tensions across West Asia

Wayanad landslide: Priority to searching for missing persons, says Kerala CM

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan visited the Wayanad landslide-affected area. Search operations for five missing persons continue amid continu

After 37 Years At Microsoft, An Xbox Vice President's First LinkedIn Post Is His Layoff Announcement

Xbox veteran Kevin LaChapelle used his first-ever LinkedIn post to share news of his layoff after a 37-year career at Microsoft.

Weather Tomorrow (July 9): IMD says monsoon to cover entire India soon; Heavy rain alert for Maharashtra, Karnataka, Punjab, Haryana, Uttarakhand & more. Check full advisory

IMD weather tomorrow July 9: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and gusty winds across several

Quote of the Day by Agatha Christie: A mother's love for her child is like Inspiring lessons on parenting, sacrifice, protection and why home is where love begins by the legendary mystery writer known for her timeless storytelling and deep insights on human nature and life

Quote of the Day by Agatha Christie: Agatha Christies quote, A mother's love for her child is like nothing else in the world. It knows no law, no

Zverev snaps seven-match losing streak against Fritz to make Wimbledon last four

Alexander Zverev ended his losing streak against Taylor Fritz. He secured a significant victory to advance to the Wimbledon semi-finals. Zverev d

NCW seeks report on gangrape of minor girl in Sri Ganganagar within 15 days

The commission said that such an incident reflects point to administrative lapses, policing gaps, and inadequate monitoring mechanisms that allow

UST ropes in Anthropic to adopt Claude into its Platforms; to train 20,000 UST employees globally

UST is making a significant investment in AI by training and certifying 20,000 associates worldwid

Lokayukta police raids 53 locations in disproportionate assets cases against 10 government officials

Amit Shah sets 2-year deadline to upgrade 62 major airports, boost security

Expired Ice Cream Stocks Raise Food Safety Concerns in Tirupati

During inspections at Kesavayanagunta, officials found rotten badam, expired cone ice creams, and stick ice creams stored at the manufacturing un

Maharashtra To Hold Comprehensive Review Of Christian Missionary Land Records

The issue was raised by BJP MLA Devayani Pharande who demanded to resolve the long-pending dispute involving the Nashik Diocesan Trust Associatio

Lionel Messi headlines 29 players selected to represent MLS vs. LIGA MX in All-Star Game

Lionel Messi was selected for the MLS All-Star Game on July twenty-ninth. He will represent Major League Soccer against LIGA MX All-Stars in Char

Serious Blot On Civilised Society: Bombay High Court On Manual Scavenging

The Aurangabad bench of the high court held the state responsible for ensuring Rs 30 lakh compensation reaches the victims' families.

PGIM MF suspends subscription to 3 of its international funds beginning July 9

India, Kyrgyzstan launch 'Manas and Mahabharata' civilizational studies centre

An Indian delegation visited Kyrgyzstan for the inauguration of a new civilizational studies center. Trilateral cooperation agreements were signe

Why does your dog press its back against you while sleeping? Is it love, trust, or something more? Experts explain what this comforting habit may really mean

Why does your dog always sleep with its back against you? This common dog sleeping behavior often means more than simple comfort. Veterinary beha

Sebi amends registration fee rule for FPIs; directs payment in rupee terms

The markets watchdog has also updated the common application form used for FPI registration

Theni gets new Kendriya Vidyalaya school

How Iran's 'golden weapon' of Hormuz became a bigger priority than its long-disputed nuclear programme

Iran views control of the Strait of Hormuz as a vital strategic asset. This waterway is now a higher priority than its nuclear program. Recent ac

Sakhi Centres Lifeline for Women in Distress: Sailaja

Dr Sailaja stressed that counsellors and legal advisors working with trauma survivors must also prioritise their own mental well-being to sustain

Trump claims he's Tehran's 'top target' amid renewed Iran conflict

President Trump stated he is Iran's primary target amid escalating tensions. He declared the ceasefire with Tehran effectively over and signaled