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SpaceX to Make Historic IPO That Could Make Musk a Trillionaire

It will be valued more than Musk's own Tesla car company, Facebook-owner Meta and Walmart.

12 Jun 2026 6:29 am
UK Defence Minister Quits With Stinging Rebuke of PM Starmer

In stinging criticism, Healey warned that Starmer's long-awaited Defence Investment Plan (DIP) for funding over the next decade -- which the leader has yet to publish -- risked making Britain less safe.

12 Jun 2026 6:17 am
Wimbledon Increases Prize Money By 20%, Singles Champions To Get $4.8M Each

The total prize money including player per diems will be 64.2 million pounds ($85.8 million)

12 Jun 2026 6:04 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: Argentina Call Up Senesi After Balerdi Injury

Marseille's Balerdi was dropped from Argentina's 26-man squad on Saturday after suffering a right calf injury

12 Jun 2026 5:41 am
Iran Says Hasn't Reached a Final Decision on Deal With US

So far, Iran has not reached a final conclusion on the agreement, said foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei

12 Jun 2026 3:40 am
Trump Vows US-Iran Deal To Include Enriched Material Removal: Netanyahu

Netanyahu welcomed the US president's commitments on limiting Iran's nuclear and missile programs

12 Jun 2026 3:28 am
BJP Accuses BRS, MIM of Misleading Voters

Rao said the names of genuine voters would not be removed and condemned what he termed malicious propaganda by the BRS and Congress which have claimed that the SIR would affect property rights if voters shifted their registration.

12 Jun 2026 3:17 am
FIFA World Cup 2026: Mexico Beats South Africa 2-0 in Opening Match

Julian Quinones scored the opening goal of the tournament and veteran striker Raul Jimenez added a second as the co-hosts' bid for qualification from Group A got off to smooth start

12 Jun 2026 3:12 am
Purandeswari Lays Stone for Aviation Training Centre near Madhurapudi Airport

The MP disclosed that the aviation training academy is likely to commence operations in the first week of September after obtaining the necessary approvals from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA).

12 Jun 2026 2:48 am
Pet Dog Under Focus In Tuni Missing Girl Case

The girl had gone missing on June 6 when she left home on a 50-acre farm to be with her father working on the farm. Her pet dog had followed her at the time.

12 Jun 2026 2:47 am
HC Keeps Lookout Circular for Cancer Researcher in Abeyance

The judge was hearing a writ petition filed by Dr Siva Kumar Sangarappan S. Sivalalar, who challenged the LOC in connection with an FIR registered by the Economic Offences Wing Team-VII, CCS, Hyderabad.

12 Jun 2026 2:47 am
AP Shilparamam Revamps its Website to Boost Outreach, Tourism

The new website, thrown open by AP Shilparamam Society chairperson Chereddy Manjula Reddy at Guntur Shilparamam, can be accessed through shilparamam.ap.gov.in.

12 Jun 2026 2:42 am
Rain Batters Vijayawada Bringing Relief, Exposing Drainage Woes

The collector has advised residents not to take shelter under trees or near electricity poles during an ongoing rain. He sought special care for children and the elderly. A district-level Command and Control Centre has been activated at the Collectorate.

12 Jun 2026 2:41 am
High-level Team Inspects Kadapa Steel Plants project Site

The collector said the steel plant with an annual production capacity of 3 million tonnes is proposed to be established over 3,500 acres with an investment of 8,800 crore.

12 Jun 2026 2:17 am
Isro, Andhra University To Develop AI-Based Beach Safety System

Researchers are developing software that combines satellite imagery, weather data, oceanographic information, and live video feeds to predict and detect rip currents in real time. Officials said nearly 60 per cent of the software development work has been completed.

12 Jun 2026 2:05 am
Sangeet Natak Akademi Honour For Telugu Stage Veteran Gummadi Gopalakrishna

Gopalakrishnas efforts have extended to the Telugu diaspora abroad through performances and training programmes.

12 Jun 2026 1:55 am
Nadendla Wants W&M Department Modernised to Strengthen Consumer Trust

Manohar directed officials, from the controller level to field inspectors, to undertake regular field visits and create awareness among consumers about fraud and malpractices in weighing and measuring systems.

12 Jun 2026 1:54 am
Festive Atmosphere Prevails as AP Schools Reopen Today

Kurnool district tops the state in enrolment of students; Srikakulam has the maximum number of schools.

12 Jun 2026 1:51 am
Case Registered Against Beerappa Festival Animal Sacrifice

Complainant Adulapuram Goutham, cruelty prevention manager at stray animal foundation of India (SAFI), told police that a video had been uploaded on an Instagram page on April 27.

12 Jun 2026 1:45 am
Trump Announces Great Settlement With Iran To End Middle East War

Trump's claim came just hours after he promised fresh strikes against Iran, before saying that he was calling them off as a deal approached

12 Jun 2026 1:41 am
Water Disruption in Major Areas of Hyderabad: HMWSSB

HMWSSB Managing Director Ashok Reddy reviewed the situation and directed Operations & Maintenance and Transmission wing officials to coordinate closely and expedite the restoration work.

12 Jun 2026 1:41 am
Officials Rule Out Mangoes As Cause Of Teen Deaths; Await Toxicology Report

Officials said there was no evidence linking the consumption of mangoes to the deaths and stressed that the exact cause can only be determined after toxicology reports are received.

12 Jun 2026 1:41 am
Government Schools Poised to Deliver Better Results: NTR District Collector

The collector said teachers and education officials are working in coordination to ensure holistic development of students and improve learning outcomes.

12 Jun 2026 1:25 am
NIMS Providing Free Treatment to Khammam Girl Under Aarogyasri, Says Director

Dr Rahul Devaraj said Nims had ensured that the family did not face any financial burden.

12 Jun 2026 1:22 am
AP Police Gets National Passport Services Award

It emerged as one of the best-performing police organisations based on passport verification data for 202526.

12 Jun 2026 1:20 am
Malkajgiri DCP Expresses Concern Over Rising Murders Linked to Marital Affairs

Sridhar urged citizens facing marital or personal disputes to seek legal remedies, counselling or family intervention instead of resorting to violence.

12 Jun 2026 1:16 am
Ganja Trafficker Detained Under PIT NDPS Act In Bapatla

Bapatla district superintendent of police B. Umamaheswar said stringent measures are being taken to make the district free of ganja trafficking and warned that those involved in the illegal transportation and sale of narcotic substances would face strict action.

12 Jun 2026 1:15 am
VHP Files FIR Against Adhirs Fans

**Strapline:** Vishwa Hindu Parishad and Bajrang Dal file a police complaint over AI-generated cartoons shared by supporters of Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, alleging that sacred saffron attire was portrayed disrespectfully; police register an FIR and begin a cybercrime probe.

12 Jun 2026 1:14 am
Man Kills Wife Over Marital Disputes

Police said that regardless of efforts to strike compromise through the Lok Adalat, Sayeed continued to subject his wife to mental and physical abuse.

12 Jun 2026 1:08 am
Telangana HC Directs State to File Response on Road Side Statues at Suryapet

A division bench comprising Chief Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh and Justice G.M. Mohiuddin issued the direction while hearing a PIL filed by 97-year-old freedom fighter Bandla Pullareddy.

12 Jun 2026 1:08 am
Jagan Reiterates Demand for CBI Probe into Lapses in DSC Exam

Jagan Mohan Reddy said the CMs failure in fulfilling the poll promises would be highlighted in the protest rally on June12 and the DSC irregularities would also be raised prominently in the rally.

12 Jun 2026 1:08 am
TGPCB Warns Failing to Segregate Waste at Source Could Invite Action

Addressing more than 300 participants, TGPCB member secretary Ravi Gugulothu said industries involved in manufacturing, using or marketing plastic products must take responsibility for collecting and recycling the plastic waste generated through their operations.

12 Jun 2026 1:05 am
Gurajada Memorial to be Renovated

Durgesh appreciated the efforts of the Sri Radhakrishna organisation chief, Dr Narayana, to promote traditional music and dance forms.

12 Jun 2026 1:01 am
Dead Victims Selfie Video Helps Cops Uncover Honour Killing

The victim, 35-year-old Harini of Brahmanatarla village, was allegedly murdered by her mother, her husband and grandfather after she expressed her intention to divorce her husband and marry her friend.

12 Jun 2026 1:01 am
BJP To Launch Outreach Drive On NDA Welfare, Development Initiatives

Highlighting various initiatives of the NDA government, Madhav said significant progress had been achieved in areas such as economic development and the fight against Left-wing extremism.

12 Jun 2026 12:58 am
Coal Gasification to Help Hyderabad: Union Minister Kishan Reddy

Kishan Reddy announced that the Centre had approved coalgasification projects worth Rs.37,500 crore within a month of the Union Cabinets nod for the scheme.

12 Jun 2026 12:56 am
Bhatti Assures Fund Release For Completion of Projects in Khammam

Fast track clearances for Sitarama project, Uttam tells officials

12 Jun 2026 12:55 am
Dilip Cherian | Shastri Bhavan Gets Yet Another Puzzling Reprieve

The case practically made itself. Whenever the government needed to demonstrate why Delhi's administrative core required a dramatic makeover, the ageing office complex was readily produced as evidence

12 Jun 2026 12:50 am
Hyderabad dancer gets Akademi award for 2024

Dr Rajeswari went on to establish herself as one of the leading Bharatanatyam performers in the country. Over the years, she has presented numerous solo performances and dance productions in India and abroad.

12 Jun 2026 12:46 am
AP Schools to Welcome Students With Flowers, Chocolates on Reopening Day

Special emphasis is being placed on students entering Class I and Class VI, who will be attending primary and high schools respectively for the first time. The initiative aims to create a festive atmosphere and encourage attendance on the opening day.

12 Jun 2026 12:43 am
CRWA Review: Pemmasani Seeks Faster Relief For Amaravati Farmers

Municipal administration minister P. Narayana, Tadikonda MLA Tenali Sravan Kumar, CRDA commissioner Vijayaramaraju, additional commissioners Bhargava Teja and Karthik, Guntur collector Saikanth Varma, and joint collector Ashutosh Srivastava participated in the meeting.

12 Jun 2026 12:41 am
Sanjeev Ahluwalia | How Cockroach Revolt Might Be Fizzling Out

In the US, 13 per cent of kids do not clear school in the first attempt, but about eight per cent manage to do so within the next four to five years. Only about five per cent never manage and instead opt for less demanding certification programmes. Comparative data about the coping strategy of kids who fail to pass school in India is scarce

12 Jun 2026 12:38 am
Mangalagiri Temple Restoration Works To Begin On July 3; Lokesh Reviews Plans

Lokesh on Thursday reviewed the restoration and infrastructure development plans for the temple. Officials made a detailed presentation outlining the proposed conservation and development measures aimed at preserving the temples heritage while enhancing the facilities for devotees.

12 Jun 2026 12:34 am
CubeSat Demo, Space Tech Outreach Draw Students at IEEE WAMS-2026 in Narsapur

A the demonstration, organised with support from Dhruva Space, gave students and participants an opportunity to observe satellite tracking and learn about the basics of satellite communication and space technology.

12 Jun 2026 12:33 am
Future City Gains Traction Among People

More villages show interest in joining Hyderabads fourth city

12 Jun 2026 12:29 am
FIFA World Cup 2026 LIVE: Mexico vs South Africa at Estadio Azteca

It is the eighth opening match of a World Cup for the Mexicans, who had previously lost five and drawn the last two, including against South Africa in the 2010 World Cup

12 Jun 2026 12:27 am
Naidu Unveils Swarna Andhra 2047 Vision at NITI Aayog Meet

Naidu also highlighted the innovative P4-MBK 10-20 initiative, which encourages the top 10 per cent of society to support the bottom 20 per cent through philanthropy, mentorship and community participation, thereby fostering equitable and inclusive growth.

12 Jun 2026 12:27 am
Jose Mourinho Named Real Madrid Coach on Three-Year Deal

The 63-year-old replaces Alvaro Arbeloa after Madrid finished a second consecutive season without a major trophy, falling behind domestic rivals Barcelona

12 Jun 2026 12:26 am
Rs 10 Crore Allocated for Rottela Panduga Preparations at Barashaheed Dargah

Municipal administration minister Ponguru Narayana, accompanied by Nellore Rural MLA Kotamreddy Sridhar Reddy and state Waqf Board chairman Abdul Aziz, inspected the arrangements and reviewed preparations with officials at the dargah on Thursday.

12 Jun 2026 12:24 am
Monsoon in South, Searing Heat in North Telangana

Rainfall continued to remain uneven across the state. Bhadradri Kothagudem led in cumulative rainfall surplus since June 1, followed by Khammam and Mulugu. Hyderabad also remained in the excess rainfall category.

12 Jun 2026 12:18 am