Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Odisha government has appointed retired IPS officer and former Director General of Police (DGP) Prakash Mishra as the advisor to Chief Minister Mohan Majhi. The announcement was made on Monday, marking a key development in the state's administrative reshuffle. According to an official notification from the general administration and public grievance department, Mishra has been granted cabinet rank in his new advisory role, underscoring the importance of t

Khammam: Agriculture minister Tummala Nageswara Rao on Monday urged citizens to report any instances of ineligible individuals being selected as beneficiaries of welfare schemes intended for the poor. He said that such schemes should benefit only those who are genuinely eligible. Speaking after laying the foundation stone for road works in the 15th ward of Khammam city, the minister highlighted the state government's commitment to uplifting poor families through various welfare initiatives. He

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New Delhi: A week ahead of Delhi assembly elections, in the heart of the city is the Garstin Bastion (GB) Road, home to sex workers who continue to struggle daily for access to basic civic amenities like reliable electricity, clean drinking water, and sanitary living conditions. As political parties gear up for assembly polls on February 5, with vote counting on scheduled for February 8, these workers are left hoping that the newly elected government will address their long-standing issues. Savi

Hyderabad: The police conducted ceremonial parades where the National Flag was unfurled across the state. Director General of Police Dr Jithender led the police celebrations, praising the police for their unwavering dedication to maintaining law and order. Officers who exhibited exceptional service were felicitated. Special focus was placed on community policing and technological advancements in crime prevention. At a city police event, joint commissioner (admin) Parimala Hana Nutan unfurled th

Milan: Two toddlers died when a smugglers' boat sank in the central Mediterranean this weekend, while 17 others including a child were rescued, a humanitarian group said on Monday. The German rescue ship Sea Punk I recovered the body of a 3-year-old and a 2-year-old died on board the vessel while medical personnel attempted life-saving measures, said the group's spokesman Gerson Reschke. Survivors reported that several more people had drowned during the voyage, including another small child. Sea

Hyderabad : Cybercrime and cyber security threats have become a growing concern globally. In 2024, it is estimated that Rs.22,812 crore were lost to cybercrime in India. Last year in Telangana 1,20,869 citizens fell prey to cybercrimes and the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) in its bid to help the victims, returned Rs.183 crore to 17,912 victims. The significant increase of cybercrime highlights the urgent need for action by all stakeholders. Given the huge presence of the State's IT sec

Hyderabad: A bidder who won an auction for a fighting rooster held a celebration of sorts, in Vikarabad on Sunday. Ramakrishna of Gaganpahad, who bought the rooster for Rs 2,300, is vice-president of the Telangana Bar and Restaurant Owners Association. The Moinabad special operation team police had seized the rooster during a cockfight on January 12, at Pochayya Thota in Aziznagar. The police during a raid on the venue arrested eight persons and seized Rs s10,000 in cash, 12 small knives meant

Dalit bodies held massive protests in Amritsar on Monday against an attempt to vandalise a life-size statue of B.R. Ambedkar by a man on Republic Day, while Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann asserted that exemplary punishment will be ensured in the matter. Police on Sunday arrested Akash Singh, a resident of Dharamkot in Punjab's Moga district, for allegedly attempting to damage the Ambedkar statue at the Town Hall on Heritage Street that leads to the Golden Temple. A video clip purportedly of

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Bengaluru, January 27 th 2025 : Aisle, Indias leading high-intent dating app, has launched a refreshingly quirky meme marketing campaign, #FindAnkit , which has social media buzzing and the streets of Bengaluru buzzing with excitement. Aisle's algorithm is meticulously crafted to ensure that individuals seeking connections receive the most relevant and impactful matches. Through their meme marketing campaign, Aisle aims to rekindle the charm of old-school romance while helping users discover mea

Hanumakonda: Thirteen labourers were injured when an RTC bus collided with an auto rickshaw on Monday. The incident occurred at Ambala in Kamalapur mandal. Three of the injured are reported to be in critical condition. The police have arrived at the scene and have transported the injured to MGM Hospital in Warangal for treatment. A case has been registered.

Hyderabad : Agriculture minister Tummala Nageswara Rao announced that the process of depositing Rythu Bharosa funds into the accounts of farmers has commenced across the state. On January 27, one village in every mandal received the allocated funds. The minister confirmed that 4,41,911 farmers benefited from the Rythu Bharosa scheme. He further stated that 948,333 acres across 577 mandals received a total of Rs 563 crore.

Hyderabad: Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) Joint Action Committee (JAC) issued a strike notice to the Managing Director VC Sajjanar stating that they would go on strike from February 9 if the State government fails to resolve their long-pending demands. The employees were also against the privatization of the RTC depots across the State. A large number of employees thronged Bus Bhavan on knowing that the JAC was issuing a strike notice and extended solidarity to the JAC. The

Giridih: A woman was killed and six others were injured in an explosion at a house in Jharkhand's Giridih district early on Monday, police said. The blast occurred around 1.30 am after a fire broke out at the house in the Sheetalpur locality under the jurisdiction of the Mufassil Police Station. Giridih Superintendent of Police (SP) Bimal Kumar told PTI that a fire broke out in the house, and the blast was powerful, damaging the roof and walls of the house. The investigation is underway to ascer

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The two armed assailants wanted in the Afzalgunj shooting as well as the `93 lakh ATM heist in Bidar, belong to Hajipur of Bihar state, police sources said on Sunday. The duo was traced from the Bihar-registered bike they had abandoned at the MGBS parking lot. Police identified them as Manish and Amit Kumar. Sources said police teams had gone to Hajipur and found that the bike owner was a milk seller and a friend of the duo. Manish and Amit had borrowed the bike, sources said. There is now a sus

With a staggering capacity of 1,32,000 the Narendra Modi Stadium in Gujarat's Ahmadabad is not just the country's but the largest stadium in the world. However, the stadium is set to lose its tag. Positively though, the tag is not going out of India. But it's not Delhi, Mumbai or Bengaluru that set its eyes on becoming a city with the largest stadium. The Andhra Cricket Association (ACA) had unveiled plans to construct a stadium with a budget of approximately Rs 800 crore in Amaravati, according

Hyderabad: Union Minister of State for Home Affairs, Bandi Sanjay Kumar, here on Monday categorically said there was no question of giving Padma award to Telangana folk singer and balladeer Gaddar. What is the ideology of Gaddar. He was responsible for the death of several BJP activists who lost their lives in the hands of naxalites. The police were also killed by naxalites in the name of informers, he said while interacting with media persons. There is no question of giving the Padma award to G

The Joint Committee of Parliament (JPC) examining the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, has wrapped up its scrutiny by approving 14 amendments and rejecting 44 others. The amendments, primarily proposed by members of the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and its National Democratic Alliance (NDA) allies, are expected to shape the future of the Waqf Bill, which will be reintroduced in the upcoming Budget session. The rejection of the opposition's proposed changes has led to tensions, with critics ac

The government is not considering any proposal to waive farm loans. (Representational Image) The government is not considering any proposal to waive farm loans. (Representational Image) Hyderabad: ICAR-Central Research Institute for Dryland Agriculture (CRIDA), Hyderabad is organizing an international conference on Rainfed Agriculture: Building Pathways for Resilience & Sustainable Livelihoods form January 29 to 31 at ICAR-CRIDA here. Rainfed agriculture plays a crucial role globally, providing

Many Android and iOS users have been taking advantage of the Lens feature in the Google app for quite sometime now. Here are five useful tips that would enhance your experience using the cool feature. Shoot and ask a question: Capture anything using 'lens' and ask questions. You will get your doubts answered with an artificial intelligence overview. Making the feature more interactive, Google lets you capture the picture and ask your question, just the way you do it with a friend. Fact checking

Amaravati: The Meteorological Department on Monday said that the northeast monsoon has ceased over south peninsular India, including Andhra Pradesh. The Met Department noted that the northeast monsoon ceased over Kerala - Mahe, south interior Karnataka, Tamil Nadu-Puducherry- Karaikal, Rayalaseema and adjoining coastal Andhra Pradesh and Yanam from today. No significant rainfall activity over the southeast peninsula during the past two days. In the lower levels, dry winds from northern India are

Hyderabad: Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) here on Monday arrested two persons including an Assistant Engineer on charges of accepting bribes in separate incidents in the State. Ch. Krishna, an Assistant Engineer at Kallakal Circle in Kallakal village in Manoharabad Mandal in Medak district, was caught by ACB when he allegedly demanded and accepted a bribe amount of Rs.20,000 from a complainant to release power supply by erecting 63KVA third-phase Distribution Transformer (DTR) under LT c

Dubai: Indian pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah was on Monday named ICC men's Test Cricketer of the Year for excelling in both home and away conditions and amassing an astonishing 71 wickets in 13 matches. Returning to the longest format in late 2023 after recovering from a back injury, the 31-year-old averaged a idiculous 14.92 through the year while also setting multiple records. Bumrah was the standout bowler in the world in 2024, excelling in both home and away conditions and proving a key cont

Dehradun: In a bid to prevent harassment, abuse and other forms of interpersonal violence during the National Games here, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) and the event's organising committee on Monday established a helpline to promote safety and well-being of athletes and coaches. The Games, scheduled to open on Tuesday, will run until February 14 in multiple locations across Uttarakhand. The Indian Olympic Association and the National Games Games Organising Committee have established a saf

Four army personnel were injured after their vehicle skidded off the road and overturned into a ditch in Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir on Monday, officials said. The accident took place at Gantar Morh in Sawjian area when the troops were returning to their camp after patrolling, the officials said. Local volunteers immediately swung into action and evacuated the injured personnel to hospital.

The world's largest extramarital dating platform, Gleeden, has crossed milestone of 3 million users in India, marking a remarkable 270 percent growth in 2024. This surge highlights the platform's rising acceptance among Indian users, particularly women, whose registrations have increased by 128 percent over the past year. The app's growing user base predominantly falls within the 30-50 age group, with women accounting for 58 percent of users and men making up 42 percent. This notable participati

Khammam: Anti Corruption Bureau(ACB) sleuths have caught a ward officer in Khammam district on Monday. He demanded Rs 2,500 from a woman applicant to process ration card and sanction of Indiramma house applications. He caught red-handedly while accepting the bribe. In an another trap, Ch. Krishna, Assistant Engineer, Kallakal Circle and Village, Manoharabad Mandal, Medak District was caught by ACB Officials for demanding and accepting a bribe amount of Rs. 20,000/- from the complainant o releas

Indore: Congress senior leader Sachin Pilot on Monday accused the BJP at the Centre of deliberately insulting the Constitution's architect BR Ambedkar and announced to launch a nationwide campaign with allies. Pilot was in Mhow near Indore to attend the Congress' Jai Bapu Jai Bhim Jai Samvidhan rally. He accused the BJP at the Centre of deliberately insulting B R Ambedkar and violating the Constitution. The Congress and its allies will launch a nationwide campaign to make citizens aware of the i

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday said it would name an independent observer for the Chandigarh mayoral election to be conducted on January 30. A bench of Justices Surya Kant and N Kotiswar Singh passed the order without naming the observer and said the entire election process should be conducted in his presence and duly videographed. It said the Chandigarh administration would pay an honorarium to the independent observer. Punjab advocate general Gurminder Singh, appearing for incumbent ma

Tension mounts as Mr. Ghadiwala drops a bombshell on Jethalalan influential figure from Ramsang is set to visit Gada Electronics tomorrow morning at 10 AM! The twist? If Jethalal doesnt open his shop by 9 AM, he could risk losing his prized Ramsang dealership forever. But the bigger question remains: Who is this mystery man? Why is this visit so crucial? And will Jethalal manage to turn the tide in his favor, or will his usual antics land him in trouble once again? Tune in tonight at 8:30 PM on

Hyderabad: The Hyderabad city police are searching for an engineering student who went missing in Hussain Sagar Lake here, after a boat he was in caught fire due to fireworks, police said on Monday. The fireworks were displayed as part of the 'Bharat Mata Maha Aarti' programme organised on Sunday night on the occasion of the Republic Day. The mishap occurred a short while after Union Minister G Kishan Reddy and Governor Jishnu Dev Varma left the venue after attending the event. Ajay was also in

Indore: Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Monday accused the ruling BJP at the Centre of pursuing a hidden agenda to change the Constitution and asserted that such attempts would be thwarted with full strength. Senior Congress leader Reddy was in Madhya Pradesh's Mhow town, the birthplace of Dr BR Ambedkar, the architect of India's Constitution, to attend the 'Jai Bapu-Jai Bhim-Jai Samvidhaan' rally organised by his party. Efforts are being made to change the Constitution. We will try

New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday observed the issue of snakebites was prevalent hroughout the country and asked the Centre to take all states on board to do something in making available snakebite treatment in medical facilities. A bench of Justices B R Gavai and S V N Bhatti was hearing a plea that said the country faced a significant public health crisis due to the scarcity of anti-venom, crucial in treating snakebites. You can take the states on board. The problem is throughout the cou

Shreya Ghoshal, a true gem of the Indian music industry, is celebrated as one of its most prolific and influential singers. Her mellifluous voice, enchanting presence, and unmatched versatility have captivated audiences, making her a timeless favorite. Fondly known as the Queen of Dynamics, Shreyas wide vocal range and ability to sing in multiple languages have gifted us countless chartbusters, cementing her legacy as a musical icon. She enjoys tremendous love from her fans, who adore listening

Chennai: A consumer forum here directed an airline operator to pay Rs 50,000 as compensation to an elderly couple from Adyar here for alleged deficiency of service during their round trip to Frankfurt. District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Chennai South, President B Jijaa, who ordered the compensation recently, said since the complainants have completed their trip through the airline, they were not entitled for refund. She directed Lufthansa German Airlines to pay Rs 50,000 as compens

Udupi: Udupi Police have arrested a 35-year-old man, identified as Muthu from Bagalkot district, on charges of sexually harassing a five-year-old girl. The case was registered under the POCSO Act at the Udupi Women's Police Station, prompting a swift investigation. To trace the unidentified suspect, police formed five teams, reviewed multiple CCTV footages, and sought public assistance by sharing his details. Acting on a tip-off and through sustained efforts, the police apprehended Muthu near Va

Hyderabad : Aiming towards One Nation, One Time and achieving precision in Indian Standard Time (IST), the Department of Consumer Affairs has undertaken a project in association with National Physical Laboratory (NPL) and India Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to disseminate IST with millisecond to microsecond accuracy. The project aims to create technology and infrastructure to disseminate IST from five Legal Metrology laboratories across India. This precision is vital for sectors such as nav

Multan: Spinner Jomel Warrican took five wickets as the West Indies won a Test match in Pakistan for the first time in nearly 35 years on Monday. The West Indies won the second Test in Multan by 120 runs on day three to draw the series 1-1. Pakistan won the first Test by 127 runs, also in Multan. Warrican finished with nine wickets in the match -- 19 in the series -- to give the hosts a taste of their own medicine on spin-friendly pitches. The last time the West Indies won a Test in Pakistan was

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Hyderabad: BJP Malkajgiri MP Etala Rajender has moved the Telangana High Court seeking to strike down a case registered against him. Recently, in Ekasilanagar, Rajender allegedly manhandled a property dealer. A case was registered against the MP by Pocharam police for assault, wrongful confinement among other charges based on a complaint filed by a watchman.

Kolkata: The Calcutta High Court on Monday reserved its judgement on the admission of two separate appeals, one by the West Bengal government and the other by the CBI, challenging a trial court order which sentenced RG Kar hospital rape-murder convict Sanjay Roy to life imprisonment till death. The court's division bench, presided by Justice Debangsu Basak, heard both the state government and the CBI, who argued that the January 20 order of the Sealdah sessions court sentencing Roy, the sole con

Talented actress Sai Pallavi recently returned to her alma mater, Avila Convent Matriculation Higher Secondary School, as the guest of honor for its 58th Annual Day celebrations. In a heartfelt address to the schools staff, parents, and students, Sai Pallavi expressed deep gratitude for the institutions role in shaping her values and career. Her speech was filled with cherished memories, life lessons, and encouragement for the younger generation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sai

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Dubai: Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai, who took his team to a new level with his right-arm pace bowling and multi-faceted batting game, was on Monday named the ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year 2024. The 24-year-old built on an impressive 2023 to become one of the world's leading One-Day International performers last year. Omarzai also enjoyed a strong year in T20Is and franchise cricket, but it was in ODIs where he proved most influential. He finished the year as his national team

Nandamuri Balakrishna, recently honored with Indias third-highest civilian award, the Padma Bhushan , has expressed his gratitude for the recognition of his significant contributions to Telugu cinema over five decades and his philanthropic work through the Basavatarakam Cancer Hospital for the past 15 years. Union Cabinet Minister and BJP leader G. Kishan Reddy visited Balakrishna at his residence in Hyderabad to personally congratulate him on this achievement. During the meeting, Kishan Reddy p

Wijk Aan Zee: Grandmaster Nodirbek Yakubboev's refusal to shake hands with Indian GM R Vaishali stirred up a controversy at the Tata Steel Chess Tournament before the Uzbek apologised, saying that he meant no disrespect and didn't respond to the gesture because of eligious reasons. In a video shared by ChessBase India on social media, Vaishali can be seen extending her hand before the start of a fourth-round contest against Yakubboev, who sat down without responding to it, leaving the Indian vi