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HMWSSB braces for future water needs as jurisdiction expands to CURE

Water board MD instructs officials to prepare detailed action plan covering infrastructure required for efficient water distribution, including reservoirs, pipelines, pumping systems, valves, junctions and related facilities

7 Jul 2026 8:28 pm
Two rebel MLAs skip meetings chaired by Palaniswami to review AIADMKs election performance in Ranipet and Tirupattur

They are former MinisterK.C.Veeramani, who representsJolarpet, and S.M. SukumarofArcot. They were among the 25 dissidents who had supported theTVK at the time of the trust motion in the Assembly in May

7 Jul 2026 8:28 pm
Autorickshaw drivers warned with stringent action for flouting rules

Fine was imposed on owners of 38 autorickshaws for no-parking rule violation; cases were booked against 22 drivers for drinking and driving, during a recent crackdown

7 Jul 2026 8:26 pm
Agitation planned seeking statehood citing step-motherly treatment

A voice for statehood has been raised again with several organisations coming together to form a joint committee to launch an agitation

7 Jul 2026 8:26 pm
7 Jul 2026 8:26 pm
TTD ready to improve existing hostel facilities, says board member

Interacting with the students of Sri Padmavati Womens Junior College, Bhanuprakash Reddy seeks feedback about any shortcomings in the college and hostel buildings

7 Jul 2026 8:25 pm
V.O.C. Port Trust canteen workers win 28-year legal battle for confirmation of service

The Madras High Court has directed the VOC Port to regularise the services of 56 petitioner canteen workers from July 28, 1998 and the port issued a notification on July 6

7 Jul 2026 8:24 pm
Congress questions removal of Bhupender Yadavs aides, links it to Chanda Do Dhandha Lo charge

Congress leader Supriya Shrinate says wholesale replacement of a Union Ministers staff is not an ordinary matter and demands the government explain the circumstances behind the move.

7 Jul 2026 8:23 pm
Kochi school taps World Cup fever for anti-drug campaign

Forty-eight classrooms have been assigned participating teams, while a goal-scoring campaign aims to mobilise support for Operation Toofan

7 Jul 2026 8:23 pm
Search on for two persons for murder of youth on Walltax Road

The police are investigating if the crime is a fallout of a road rage incident or linked to the victims personal relationship

7 Jul 2026 8:23 pm
TNHB colony residents demand immediate removal of garbage dump

Over 100 residents from Pattanamkathan TNHB Colony, joined by representatives of the All-India Democratic Womens Association, staged a protest

7 Jul 2026 8:22 pm
Class 8 student electrocuted while playing football in Thrissur

Badrinath came into contact with a corroded earthing wire near the main electrical switchboard and suffered an electric shock

7 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
BJP flags shortcomings in SIR process, seeks corrective measures

In a memorandum to the Andhra Pradesh Chief Electoral Officer, the party also seeks extension of the voter data collection deadline, citing delays in distribution of forms, inadequate public awareness and limited availability of election staff

7 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
Mock tests key to cracking competitive exams, says Regional Commissioner

Success in police recruitment hinges on practice, not just hard work: Nitish Patil

7 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
Yellow alert for 11 districts in Kerala on June 8

State to receive rain for the next four days

7 Jul 2026 8:21 pm
India is the only market now that Japanese investors are keen about; Suzuki-backed Next Bharat Ventures announces a new $200 mn fund in India

For Japanese investors, Japans market is shrinking. China market is no longer an option as it is becoming a closed market now. European markets are getting stale. American market is already too competitive because of its local policies and local organisations. The Southeast Asian market is already capped out. African market is very fast paced, its not ready yet. Now the only growth market which Japanese investors look into is India. India is the only priority market for Japanese investors now...

7 Jul 2026 8:19 pm
Centre pushes for Tribal Research Institutes to play a bigger role in policymaking

These institutes, which research and document tribal languages, customs, and traditional knowledge, should also act as think tanks on tribal policies, says Tribal Affairs Ministry; launches digital learning platform TribeX

7 Jul 2026 8:13 pm
N. Seshadrinathan takes charge as State Election Commissioner

He had retired as the Principal Sessions Judge of Lakshadweep, has been serving as the judge of the Family Court, Irinjalakuda

7 Jul 2026 8:13 pm
Wayanad debris slip: Accurate weather forecasting still elusive in Wayanad

The weather conditions in Wayanad on the eve of the tragedy on July 7 were strikingly similar to those preceding the July 2024 disaster. The catastrophic landslides then had claimed around 300 lives

7 Jul 2026 8:13 pm
Stop using funds for kits, transfer benefits directly, urge construction workers

Taking exception to construction welfare fund being used for purposes other than those notified, construction workers stage a demonstration

7 Jul 2026 8:13 pm
Efforts on to get Blue Flag recognition for Sothavilai Beach

The beautiful Beach, attracting large number of visitors everyday, will be provided with tourist-friendly facilities on an outlay of 1 crore which has been allocated in the 2024 2025 Budget, says Collector

7 Jul 2026 8:12 pm
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 | How Dallas has pulled off hosting nine games

We looked at the entire fan journey, from the airport to hotels, transport, the Fan Festival and finally the stadium. Everything had to feel seamless, says Monica Paul, president of the Dallas Sports Commission and executive director of the North Texas FIFA World Cup Organising Committee

7 Jul 2026 8:12 pm
Master plan needed to address sewage pollution in Mysurus lakes: MGP

MGP said Kukkarahalli, Lingambudhi, Thipparayana, Karanji and Hebbal lakes are being polluted by sewage flowing through stormwater drains, posing a serious threat to the prime water bodies

7 Jul 2026 8:12 pm
Jagan conducts Praja Darbar in Pulivendula

The YSRCP chief receives representations from people and promises to address their grievances after coming to power in 2029

7 Jul 2026 8:11 pm
South Coast Railway General Manager stresses safety and punctuality

Sandeep Mathur asks officials to strengthen monitoring, improve coordination and ensure proper maintenance of railway assets to enhance service reliability

7 Jul 2026 8:10 pm
TTD to launch entire electric bus fleet ahead of Srivari Brahmotsavams

Reviewing the project with representatives of Reliance company, TTD Additional Executive Office directets officials to expedite all infrastructure and operational preparations to ensure the smooth induction of the electric buses being donated by the company

7 Jul 2026 8:09 pm
World Bank praises A.P.s efforts to improve quality of school education, says Samagra Shiksha SPD

Samagra Shiksha State Project Director presented the progress of various education initiatives being implemented by the Andhra Pradesh School Education Department at a three-day workshop organised by the World Bank Group

7 Jul 2026 8:07 pm
Litigant in Supreme Court claims silent compulsion in E20 petrol roll out

While not seeking a roll back of Indias ethanol-blending policy, the petition says a welfare policy cannot be implemented by keeping citizens in the dark about what they are buying, whether their vehicles can safely use it, and whether they have any meaningful alternative

7 Jul 2026 8:06 pm
CPI(M) demands intensified search for six missing fishermen

Party seeks immediate assistance for affected families and calls for comprehensive marine safety measures across Andhra Pradesh

7 Jul 2026 8:04 pm
RSS-VHP captured Ram Temple administration in Ayodhya: Ashok Gehlot

Congress sharpens its attack on BJP and Sangh Parivar over the alleged theft of donations at the Ram temple

7 Jul 2026 8:03 pm
Heavy rain lashes Kodagu; holiday declared for schools, colleges

Bhagamandala records rainfall of 165 mm in 24 hours; tree fall damages house, road caves in after overnight downpour

7 Jul 2026 8:02 pm
Agriculture Minister Atchannaidu promises steps to protect interests of tobacco farmers

He directs officials to address issues at auction platforms, ensure remunerative prices for the produce, and initiate action against tobacco-buying firms that fail to participate in auctions

7 Jul 2026 7:55 pm