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Rubio Walks Back Trumps Claim That U.S. Will Run Venezuela

Rubio offered a more nuanced take, saying the U.S. would continue to enforce an oil quarantine that was already in place on sanctioned tankers

5 Jan 2026 6:25 am
Indian Woman Found Dead in Maryland Apartment; Ex-Boyfriend Suspect Flees to India

Police have identified her former boyfriend, Arjun Sharma, as the prime suspect

5 Jan 2026 1:39 am
BJP Accuses Uddhav of Rs 3 lakh crore Corruption in BMC

The Mumbai BJP chiefs allegations came following the launch of the manifesto of Shiv Sena (UBT) and Raj Thackeray led MNS at Shiv Sena Bhavan on Sunday.

5 Jan 2026 1:17 am
Congress Releases Action Plan To Revive BEST

The manifesto states that bus fares should not be increased without a public hearing and a recommendation from an independent committee.

5 Jan 2026 1:12 am
Uddhav Demands Cancellation Of Unopposed Elections

The former Maharashtra CM said having candidates chosen unopposed is like denying voters

5 Jan 2026 12:59 am
Telangana: State Plans Flyover from ICCC to Shilpa to Ease Traffic Snarls

This elevated corridor will be used to enter and exit the core city through the Outer Ring Road area via Banjara Hills.

5 Jan 2026 12:44 am
DC Edit | Trumps US Back In Role Of A Global Policeman

Having offered no logical reason for his actions in Venezuela, including killing around 40 people and kidnapping Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, except to say unconvincingly that the Venezuelan with a dubious record of having snatched the last presidential polls was a cartel leader who had flooded the US with drugs, Trump spoke of Cuba and Colombia in the same chilling tone of a President who had tasted the spoils of predatory action across territory without any resistance

5 Jan 2026 12:30 am
Conservationists in Kenya Pay Tribute To Beloved Super Tusker Elephant Craig, Who Died At Age 54

Craig, the legendary super tusker famed for its immense, ground-sweeping tusks and calm, dignified presence.

5 Jan 2026 12:27 am
Intelligence Officers Domestic Dispute Turns Violent

The husband has been working in the Intelligence wing and the couple has been married for several years

5 Jan 2026 12:16 am
Man Drowns In Pond At Medarametla

He had gone to the pond with two friends for a swim.

5 Jan 2026 12:04 am
War of Words Over Revanth;s Statement Between TD, YSRC on Rayalaseema Lift Irrigation Scheme

Andhra Pradesh textiles minister S. Savita on Sunday held former chief minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy responsible for the projects suspension.

5 Jan 2026 12:03 am
DC Edit | How Indore Slipped Up

The CAG report of 2019 had noted finding of harmful bacteria in water samples collected in Indore and Bhopal and pointed to lack of monitoring of filter plants at operational level as well as distribution level. The report also noted that the authorities concerned had assured the CAG that they will take remedial action

4 Jan 2026 11:59 pm
Telangana: Illegal Cattle Blood Racket Busted

Veterinary doctors confirmed that cattle blood cannot be sold or injected into humans under any circumstances.

4 Jan 2026 11:53 pm
Retd. Govt Staffer Falls Prey to Fake Stocks, Loses Rs 12.36 Lakh

Based on the complaint, a case was registered at the cybercrime police and a probe is underway

4 Jan 2026 11:50 pm
Constitution a Living Document, Says Venkaiah Naidu

Former Vice-President urges faith in constitutional values and duties at book festival

4 Jan 2026 11:49 pm
Shah: NDA Will Rule TN from 26

Amit Shah asserted that it was now the turn of Tamil Nadu and West Bengal to record victories for the BJP.

4 Jan 2026 11:49 pm
Syed Ata Hasnain | Venezuela And The Return Of Strategic Enforcement

Energy considerations nonetheless form part of this equation, though in a measured way. Venezuelas oil reserves do not offer dominance, but they do offer optionality

4 Jan 2026 11:47 pm
39-year-old Woman Dies By Suicide In Madhapur

Anantha Laxmi took the extreme step while her husband was away at work

4 Jan 2026 11:44 pm
Revanths Irrigation Project Claims False: Harish

The BRS leader who gave a powerpoint presentation at the Telangana Bhavan in the presence of BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao and party leaders strongly refuted claims of ruling Congress.

4 Jan 2026 11:40 pm
Khattar Lauds APs Green Push, Calls for People-Led Energy Drive

Khattar said India has since emerged as a leading voice on sustainability and balanced growth

4 Jan 2026 11:40 pm
Fire Breaks Out at Plywood Godown, No Casualties

Fire personnel immediately took up firefighting operations and brought the blaze under control.

4 Jan 2026 11:40 pm
Telangana: Labourer Dies After Stick Attack

Bhandari sustained severe head injuries and was shifted to Gandhi Hospital, where he died while undergoing treatment on Saturday.

4 Jan 2026 11:36 pm
Pradeep S. Mehta | The IndiGo Mess And The Misplaced Narrative Over Competition Law

The more serious question, however, is how the regulator allowed this situation to escalate. The transition was foreseeable, the risks were evident, yet enforcement remained weak until disruptions became alarming

4 Jan 2026 11:31 pm
Household Disputes Not Mental Cruelty, Rules Telangana High Court

The panel comprising Justice Moushumi Bhattacharya and Justice Nagesh Bheemapaka was hearing a family court appeal filed by the husband, challenging the order of the Family Court, Malkajgiri, which refused to grant divorce.

4 Jan 2026 11:29 pm
327 Booked For Drunk Driving In Two-day Drive

Of the total violators, two-wheeler riders accounted for the highest number with 263 cases

4 Jan 2026 11:27 pm
Three Killed in Highway Crash at Baruva Junction

According to the police, the accident occurred when the lorry driver attempted to avoid a motorcycle approaching from the opposite direction

4 Jan 2026 11:27 pm
Telangana: Three Booked in Murder Case

According to police sources, Amit Singh was stabbed to death by Ravi and his associates on Saturday near his residence in Hussaini Alam.

4 Jan 2026 11:25 pm
Modi: India Eyeing 2036 Olympics

Modi pointed out that in the past decade, India has hosted more than 20 major international events across several cities, including the FIFA Under-17 World Cup, the Hockey World Cup and major chess tournaments.

4 Jan 2026 11:23 pm
Religious Fervour, Gaiety Mark Prakash Purab

The celebrations were organised under the aegis of Prabandhak Committee of Gurudwara Saheb Secunderabad. Sikh devotees participated in the 'Vishaal Diwan', a mass congregation by offering prayers to Guru Granth Saheb.

4 Jan 2026 11:21 pm
Dog-bite Kid Undergoes Treatment at OGH

The kid suffered multiple injuries to his leg and face, and was immediately shifted to Nallakunta Fever Hospital.

4 Jan 2026 11:16 pm
Elaborate Arrangements Underway for Srisailam Maha Shivaratri Brahmotsavams

Temple authorities said arrangements were discussed department-wise and instructions issued to complete all works within stipulated timelines

4 Jan 2026 11:13 pm
GHMC to Introduce Speaking AI-assistant

The chatbot will have voice support for Telugu, Hindi, Urdu, and English.

4 Jan 2026 11:13 pm
Follow Traffic Rules To Save Lives, Avoid Fines: Transport Department

Many road accidents occur due to careless behaviour

4 Jan 2026 11:10 pm
AIG Launches Integrated Stroke Command Centre to Cut Treatment Delays

Dr D. Nageshwar Reddy, chairman of AIG Hospitals, said the initiative marked the beginning of a larger movement towards stroke awareness, early recognition and timely intervention.

4 Jan 2026 11:06 pm
AP Government Pledges Support to BC, OBC Staff

Savitha pointed out that BC hostels have been constructed and Gurukul schools are being modernised.

4 Jan 2026 11:03 pm
3 Duped of Rs 7.3 Crore in Online Trading Scam

Fraudsters used WhatsApp groups, fake apps and websites to dupe investors of crores

4 Jan 2026 11:02 pm
Enforcement Questioned After Discovery of Empty Liquor Bottles at Tirumala

Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) officials have ordered an investigation into how the liquor reached Tirumala

4 Jan 2026 11:01 pm
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Monday, January 5, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Fog or misty conditions are very likely to prevail during morning hours, and mist or hazy conditions are very likely to prevail during night hours

4 Jan 2026 10:56 pm
Student Dies After Horse Attack

Police said the incident came to light on Sunday after the victims father, Syed Imtiyazuddin, 55, of Kokakitatti, lodged a complaint.

4 Jan 2026 10:53 pm
Congress Leaders Express Anguish Over KTRs Remarks Against Rahul Gandhi

Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy accused Rama Rao and T. Harish Rao of plotting to grab hold of the party and wishing for the death of BRS chief K. Chandrashekhar Rao.

4 Jan 2026 10:51 pm
26 Arrested In Connection With Ballari Clashes

Though the police are yet to officially clarify the source of the bullet that killed Congress worker Rajasekhar, sources told Deccan Chronicle that the fatal shot is suspected to have come from the weapon carried by Gurucharan

4 Jan 2026 10:51 pm
Bhadradri Teen Found With Girl in Banjara Hills, Sent to Juvenile Home

A 16-year-old was traced in Banjara Hills with his minor girlfriend after his parents filed a missing persons case

4 Jan 2026 10:49 pm
Braille Textbooks for Intermediate, Degree Courses Soon

Until now, Braille editions were available only up to Class X. Plans are also underway to extend free bus passes to all specially-abled persons.

4 Jan 2026 10:44 pm
HRF Flags Doctors' Crisis In Govt Hospitals

HRF said hospitals such as Osmania General Hospital, Gandhi Hospital, MNJ Cancer Hospital, Niloufer Hospital, Government Maternity Hospital, Koti, and Modern Government Maternity Hospital, Petlaburj are facing acute shortages of doctors, infrastructure and essential services.

4 Jan 2026 10:41 pm
Bhogapuram Greenfield Airport to Boost North Andhras Growth: CM

Agriculture minister Kinjarapu Atchannaidu hailed the first flight landing at Bhogapuram as a historic milestone in APs aviation sector

4 Jan 2026 10:39 pm
35 Navodaya Vidyalaya Students In Odisha Hit By Jaundice

The affected students, studying in Classes VI to XII, have been showing symptoms since December 20, according to school officials. Following the detection of the cases, the school administration initiated health monitoring measures and alerted the concerned departments to prevent further spread

4 Jan 2026 10:36 pm
Owaisis 26/11 Mastermind Remarks Draw Flak

N.V. Subhash labeled the comments as reckless provocation masquerading as bravado

4 Jan 2026 10:36 pm
Dalit Woman Murdered In Yellapur; Accused Found Dead In Forest

Hindu organisations called for Yellapur bundh on Sunday. The incident has triggered tension in the town and drawn political attention, prompting authorities to beef up security

4 Jan 2026 10:31 pm
Health Ministers Plea for 1 Lakh Financial Aid to Each Organ-Donating Family

He said there were a record 301 organ transplants in AP in 2025, sourced from 93 brain-dead donors

4 Jan 2026 10:29 pm
BJP Gears Up For Municipal Poll Onslaught With MLC Lessons

Choose strong candidates together. Support whoever we pick. The lotus symbol is at stake. We must win with honour: MP Aruna

4 Jan 2026 10:28 pm