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Govt orders WhatsApp, Telegram, other apps to block access without active SIM

New Delhi: The Indian government has issued a major directive that could change how millions of people use popular messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Signal, Snapchat, ShareChat, JioChat, Arattai, and Josh. According to reports, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has asked these platforms to ensure that their services cannot be used unless the user Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegra

29 Nov 2025 9:35 pm
Sri Lanka declares state of emergency to tackle disaster relief operations

Colombo: Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake has declared a state of emergency throughout the island in view of the emergency situation that has emerged due to the devastation caused by floods. According to an official gazette dated Friday and released on Saturday, the state of emergency has been declared throughout the island. On Friday, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

29 Nov 2025 2:42 pm
Govt polices effective in accelerating GDP growth: Experts

New Delhi: Experts on Friday lauded Indias robust economic growth in Q2 FY26, saying that the government polices envisioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his team have been effective in accelerating the GDP growth to new record levels. For the second consecutive quarter, Indias GDP growth significantly surpassed expectations, printing at a Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

28 Nov 2025 11:29 pm
RBI issues 7 new master directions on digital banking

Mumbai: The Reserve Bank on Friday issued seven new master directions on digital banking channels authorisation for regulated entities, including commercial banks and small finance banks. This is part of a massive exercise taken by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to enhance clarity, ease of access, and reduce compliance burden for regulated entities (REs), Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

28 Nov 2025 9:26 pm
Rupee falls 9 paise to settle at 89.45 against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee dropped 9 paise to settle at 89.45 against the US dollar on Friday, tracking a strong greenback and a rise in international crude oil prices. According to forex traders, the Indian currency was also weighed down by subdued equity market sentiment and the withdrawal of foreign funds. Moreover, market participants remained on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

28 Nov 2025 8:26 pm
Andhra govt, Rapido launch driver-cum-guide services to promote tourism

Amaravati: The Andhra Pradesh government on Thursday introduced a driver-cum-guide service in collaboration with bike taxi aggregator Rapido to enhance tourist experience and convenience. Tourism Minister K Durgesh said drivers with good Rapido ratings will undergo special training in December covering state history, culture, hospitality and safety before services are launched in Vijayawada, Tirupati, and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Poli

27 Nov 2025 10:28 pm
Asian stocks climb after Wall Street rallies on hopes for lower interest rates

Bangkok: Asian shares and US futures advanced on Wednesday after benchmarks on Wall Street surged on hopes the Federal Reserve will soon opt to cut interest rates. Tokyos Nikkei 225 jumped 2 per cent to 49,650.77 in a broad rally that encompassed major exporters and technology shares. In South Korea, the Kospi also gained 2.1 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c

26 Nov 2025 2:02 pm
UKs Treasury chief set to raise taxes once again in her second budget

London: Following weeks of speculation, Britains unpopular Labour government will deliver its second budget later Wednesday since it returned to power in a landslide election victory in July 2024 after 14 years in opposition. Treasury chief Rachel Reeves, the first woman to hold the post of Chancellor of the Exchequer, is set to tell lawmakers Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to o

26 Nov 2025 2:00 pm
US travel demand takes a hit; confident about long-term prospects: AI CEO

Gurugram: Air India has taken a hit in travel demand to the US due to various factors, including airspace curbs, but the situation is transitory, and the airline is very confident about the markets long-term prospects, its chief Campbell Wilson said on Monday. North America is a key international segment for the Tata Group-owned Air Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels

24 Nov 2025 9:23 pm
Over 90 pc of business surveyed see positive returns on AI investments: Report

New Delhi: Nearly 93 percent of Indian organisations surveyed expect positive returns on their AI investments in less than three years, underlining the rising confidence of businesses in the value and potential of Artificial Intelligence, according to SAP Value of AI Report 2025. Driving the AI momentum, businesses across the country are investing an estimated Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

24 Nov 2025 8:01 pm
Rupee dives 98 paise to hit all-time low of 89.66 against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee plunged 98 paise to close at its lifetime low of 89.66 against the US dollar on Friday, due to a huge demand for the greenback in the domestic forex market amid widespread selling pressure in local and global equities and trade-related uncertainties. Concerns over a possible bubble building around artificial-intelligence technology stocks Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by sub

21 Nov 2025 9:53 pm
Indias forex reserves drop to USD 695.35 bn

Mumbai: Indias forex reserves dropped by USD 6.925 billion to USD 695.355 billion during the week ended October 24, the RBI said on Friday. In the previous reporting week, the overall reserves had increased by USD 4.496 billion to USD 702.28 billion. For the week ended October 24, foreign currency assets, a major component of Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You c

31 Oct 2025 8:27 pm
Gold drops Rs 3,034 to Rs 1.18Lakh per 10 grams

Mumbai: The downward trend in gold prices continued on Tuesday, with rates falling close to Rs 1.18 lakh per 10 grams amid weak global cues and renewed optimism over trade talks between the US and China. According to the India Bullion and Jewellers Association (IBJA), the price of 10 grams of 24-carat gold dropped by Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also d

28 Oct 2025 7:56 pm
Asian markets extend gains, Japans Nikkei nears 50,000-level

Bangkok: Asian markets advanced on Tuesday, with Japans benchmark approaching the symbolically important 50,000 level for the first time as conservative lawmaker Sanae Takaichi was chosen as the countrys first female prime minister. The Nikkei 225 in Tokyo was up 0.8 per cent at 49,595.72 as Japanese lawmakers to elect Takaichi. She is expected to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

21 Oct 2025 1:52 pm
Gold, silver regain sheen on Deepawali as safe-haven demand, value buying rise

New Delhi: Gold and silver prices regained their shine on Monday, rising in the domestic futures market as investors turned to value buying after a brief pullback from record highs and renewed appetite for safe haven assets amid global uncertainties. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold futures for December delivery climbed Rs 982, or Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our

20 Oct 2025 12:15 pm
Rupee rises 4 paise against US dollar

Mumbai: The rupee appreciated four paise to close at 88.68 against the US dollar on Monday, supported by suspected RBI intervention and optimism about a breakthrough in the India-US trade talks. Forex traders said the domestic unit faced some resistance as renewed trade war tensions between the US and China led to risk aversion in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.

13 Oct 2025 9:02 pm
Akasa Airs Pune-Delhi flight suffers bird hit, lands safely

New Delhi: An Akasa Air aircraft flying from Pune to Delhi suffered a bird hit but landed safely in the national capital without any incident, the airline said. All passengers and crew members were safely deplaned following landing. Flight QP1607, operating a Boeing 737 MAX 8 aircraft, arrived in Delhi shortly after 10 a.m. on Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You

11 Oct 2025 1:48 pm
Hungarian writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai wins Nobel Prize in literature

Stockholm: Hungarian writer Laszlo Krasznahorkai, whose philosophical, bleakly funny novels often unfold in single sentences, won the Nobel Prize in literature Thursday for his compelling and visionary oeuvre. Krasznahorkai follows in the footsteps of literary greats including Ernest Hemingway, Albert Camus and Toni Morrison in winning the prestigious award. The literature prize has been awarded Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and T

9 Oct 2025 5:34 pm
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrives in Mumbai

Mumbai: The United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in Mumbai on Wednesday, ahead of his meeting with PM Narendra Modi in Indias financial capital. Starmer, who flew in from London along with a business delegation, was greeted at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport by Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis, Deputy CMs Eknath Shinde and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by s

8 Oct 2025 7:54 am
Tata group leaders meet Amit Shah, FM Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi: Top honchos of the Tata group, including Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata and Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran, on Tuesday met Union Home Minister Amit Shah and Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman amid infighting among trustees over board appointments and governance issues. Noel Tata and Chandrasekaran, along with Tata Trusts Vice Chairman Venu Srinivasan Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele

7 Oct 2025 9:54 pm
Air India 787 sees RAT deployment minutes before Birmingham landing

Mumbai: In a major incident involving an Air India plane, Ram Air Turbine, which is usually used in case of engine failures, got deployed without any command from a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft a few minutes before landing at the Birmingham airport on Saturday, according to officials. Aviation watchdog DGCA is probing the incident involving Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to

5 Oct 2025 9:56 pm
Air India flight delays, returns to Heathrow after wrong passenger boarding

Mumbai: A Delhi-bound Air India aircraft returned to the London Heathrow airport on Sunday when it was taxiing for takeoff as a passenger who was issued the boarding pass failed to board the plane. According to a source, the flight AI 162 was already delayed by around 45 minutes before the aircraft moved to the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downloa

21 Sep 2025 11:26 pm
Telangana govt assures support to professionals hit by US H-1B visa fee hike

Hyderabad: Telangana Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Sunday assured that the state government would extend full support to families and professionals affected by the United States sharp hike in H-1B visa fee, and said it would work with the union government to safeguard opportunities for the states skilled workforce. Prabhakar expressed serious concern over reports Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &

21 Sep 2025 11:10 pm
Rupee falls 4 paise to 88.30 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai: The rupee witnessed range-bound trading in morning deals on Monday and depreciated 4 paise to 88.30 against the US dollar, as tariff-led pressure on Indias exports weighed on investor sentiments. Forex traders said the rupee traded in a tight range as it is caught between worries over US trade tariffs, persistent foreign portfolio outflows, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing

15 Sep 2025 10:15 am
India, EU maximising efforts to finalise FTA negotiations by year end

New Delhi: India and the European Union (EU) are now maximising their efforts to finalise negotiations for a proposed free trade agreement by the end of this year, with both sides stressing their commitment to a comprehensive and balanced pact to benefit businesses and consumers. The official team of India and the EU are engaged Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. Yo

12 Sep 2025 10:21 pm
Wont end well for India: White House trade advisors latest rant against Delhi

New York: In a fresh outburst, White House trade advisor Peter Navarro on Monday said India must come around at some point on trade negotiations with the US or else it wont end well for Delhi. Navarro, in an interview with the Real Americas Voice show, said the Indian government takes offence to him and Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our ap

8 Sep 2025 10:50 pm
Sensex, Nifty open marginally higher ahead of key GST meet

Mumbai: The Indian benchmark indices opened marginally higher on Tuesday as investors are keen on the two-day GST Council meeting this week, where a major rate overhaul is expected. As of 9.26 am, the Sensex inched up 90 points or 0.11 per cent to 80,454, while the Nifty 50 moved 15 points up or 0.06 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app f

2 Sep 2025 11:29 am
Rupee falls 6 paise to 88.16 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai: The rupee depreciated 6 paise to 88.16 against the US dollar in early trade on Tuesday, weighed down by persistent foreign fund outflows and dollar demand. Forex traders said on Monday, the rupee touched a record intraday low of 88.33 against the dollar before clawing back slightly toward the close. The sharp fall underscores Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

2 Sep 2025 10:16 am
Adani Power gets LoA for 2400 MW greenfield thermal power plant in Bihar

Ahmedabad: Adani Power Ltd on Friday said it has received a letter of award (LoA) for a 25-year, long-term procurement of electricity from Bihar State Power Generation Company Ltd (BSPGCL). The Adani Group company will supply the electricity from a 2,400 MW (800 MW X 3) greenfield ultra super critical plant to be set up Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can als

29 Aug 2025 11:56 am
Sensex, Nifty open marginally higher

Mumbai: The Indian benchmark indices opened marginally higher on Friday, as the markets strive to overcome the impact of steep tariffs imposed by the US. The Nifty 50 rose by 36 points, or 0.15 per cent, to 24,537 in early morning trade. Meanwhile, the BSE Sensex gained 118 points, or 0.15 per cent, to 80,199. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download

29 Aug 2025 11:52 am
Nikki Haley urges India to take Trumps view on Russian oil seriously

New York: India should take President Donald Trumps concerns over its procurement of Russian crude oil seriously and work with the White House to find a solution to the issue, Republican leader Nikki Haley has said. The Trump administration has been severely critical of India for its procurement of discounted crude oil from Russia. Interestingly, Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing t

24 Aug 2025 6:57 pm
Indias forex reserves jump USD1.49 billion to USD695.11 billion

Mumbai: Indias foreign exchange reserves rose by $1.49 billion to $695.11 billion for the week ended August 15, data released by the RBI on Friday showed. The increase comes on the back of a $4.75 billion surge to $693.62 billion during the preceding week ended August 8, reflecting the stable external balance position of the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You ca

22 Aug 2025 7:18 pm
Nifty, Sensex open higher amid positive buzz on GST reforms

Mumbai: The Indian benchmark indices on Tuesday opened on a positive note, amid market enthusiasm regarding the upcoming Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms. Sensex gained 195.01 points or 0.24 per cent in the morning session to touch 81,468, while Nifty 50 rose by 46.30 points or 0.19 per cent to 24,923. Broad cap indices Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can

19 Aug 2025 12:16 pm
Sitharaman to attend GoM meeting on Aug 20, explain next-gen GST reforms

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will attend a crucial meeting of a state ministerial panel on August 20 to put forth the Centres proposal for sweeping GST reforms that will slash tax rates and lead to reduction in prices of common use items. The two-day meeting of the Group of Ministers (GoM) on GST Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also down

18 Aug 2025 9:02 pm
Nifty, Sensex open higher in early trade

Mumbai: The Indian benchmark indices opened higher on Wednesday, after the US inflation data raised expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut. The BSE Sensex advanced 0.22 per cent or 179 points to 80,414 points. The Nifty 50 inched up to 24,557 advancing 70 points, or 0.29 per cent. Broader market indices outperformed the benchmark Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

13 Aug 2025 12:24 pm
Paytm gets RBI nod to operate as online payment aggregator

New Delhi: Paytm Payments Services has received the Reserve Bank of Indias nod to operate as an online payment aggregator, its parent firm and Paytm brand owner One 97 Communications said in a filing on Tuesday. The move also removes restriction on Paytm Payments Services Limited from onboarding new merchants which was imposed on the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channel

12 Aug 2025 9:27 pm
Elon Musk-run Tesla set to inaugurate Delhi showroom today

New Delhi: Elon Musk-run electric car-maker Tesla was all set to enter the national capital on Monday with opening its second showroom in India. The US automaker was set to inaugurate its showroom in the upscale Worldmark 3 complex at Aerocity in the national capital. It will cater to customers in the national capital region Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You ca

11 Aug 2025 10:33 am
Air India starts widebody retrofit, speeds up narrowbody upgrades

New Delhi: Air India on Sunday began the retrofit of its widebody aircraft and is accelerating the refurbishment of its narrowbody fleet as part of a large-scale modernisation drive worth over $400 million. The initiative is aimed at improving passenger comfort, enhancing operational efficiency, and giving the airlines fleet a fresh, modern look. The retrofit Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by

10 Aug 2025 8:51 pm
UK telegraph slams Trump: Tariffs on India unfair & unworkable

Moscow: US President Donald Trumps imposition of tariffs on India is both unfair and unworkable, especially when Europe remains the worlds largest importer of Russian energy in dollars and the biggest contributor to Russian revenues, a report in Britains leading newspaper has cited. Its not just Trumps hypocrisy that has the Indians up in arms Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to o

9 Aug 2025 8:22 pm
Musks Tesla set to arrive in Delhi on August 11

New Delhi: Elon Musk-run electric car maker Tesla is all set to inaugurate its second showroom in India in Delhi on August 11 after it opened the Mumbai showroom last month. In a post on social media platform X, Tesla posted, Arriving in Delhi stay tuned, along with a graphic showcasing its Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Andr

9 Aug 2025 2:05 pm
Rupee falls 5 paise to 87.63 against US dollar in early trade

Mumbai: The rupee traded in a tight range and fell 5 paise to 87.63 against the US dollar with depreciation pressures still lingering amid persistent trade uncertainty and a firm US dollar backdrop. Forex traders said the rupee is trading in a narrow range as the Reserve Bank of India is protecting it at around Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downloa

8 Aug 2025 10:06 am
Nifty, Sensex open flat on Wednesday

Mumbai: The Indian equity benchmarks opened flat on Wednesday. Sensex gained 64 points or 0.08 per cent at 80,774 while Nifty edged up 16 points or 0.07 per cent to 24,665. Broad cap indices saw higher selling pressure. The Nifty midcap 100 index was down 0.54 per cent and Nifty smallcap 100 index slipped 0.64 Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download

6 Aug 2025 11:15 am
Sensex, Nifty slip amid new Trump tariff threat

New Delhi: The Indian equities witnessed a subdued opening session on Tuesday amid fresh threat from the US President Donald Trump to impose higher tariffs on India over Russian oil purchase. Sensex declined 199 points or 0.25 per cent to 80,819 (as of 9.30 am). The Nifty slipped 44.05 points or 0.18 per cent to Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also downlo

5 Aug 2025 11:17 am
US will substantially raise tariffs on India: Trump

New York/Washington: US President Donald Trump on Monday, August 4, said he will substantially raise tariffs paid by India to America, accusing the country of buying massive amounts of Russian oil and selling it for big profits. India is not only buying massive amounts of Russian Oil, they are then, for much of the Oil Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also

4 Aug 2025 9:09 pm
Adani Group to invest USD 10billion in Vietnam

New Delhi: The Adani Group plans a long-term investment in Vietnam of up to$10 billion, according to a report in Vietnams Tuoi Tre News. Group Chairman Gautam Adani revealed the investment plan during a meeting with Vietnamese Party General Secretary To Lam in Hanoi, as part of his business trip to Vietnam last week, the Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can al

4 Aug 2025 1:56 pm