Deccan Chronicle

Millions of devotees from outside are expected to converge in this region for the celebrations, especially for the Medaram Sammakka-Saralamma Jatara in the last week of January, hailed as the Kumbh-Mela of the South: Reports

The directive follows a petition highlighting recent incidents in which citizens suffered injuries from the razor sharp nylon, glass coated thread: Reports

La Nia chills, climate change signals and Indias growing vulnerability to winter stress

He was acquitted of the cheating charge under Section 420

Mr. Singh has suggested intense organizational activities such as foot marches, rallies, and holding of small meetings across Madhya Pradesh in the coming two and half years to galvanize the party to go to the 2028 Assembly polls: Sources

The MyMedaram digital toolkit has been developed as a one-stop platform to provide pilgrims with real-time information and essential services during the mega tribal festival: Reports

From Greenland to Venezuela, US actions raise alarms over lawless power politics

The current internal turmoil has disrupted trade channels, slowed payments, and dented buyer confidence. The immediate fallout is evident in Indian mandis, where Basmati prices have softened sharply within days, finds Indian Rice Exporters Federation.

All the 33 gates are to be fabricated anew and installed by June next year

Addressing a gathering at Rajupalem, Anam said six drinking water plants were inaugurated in a single day in the constituency: Reports

It is estimated that around 1,000 private buses operate from Hyderabad to destinations such as Vijayawada, Bengaluru, Anantapur, Visakhapatnam and Kakinada during the festival

A winter table at Kanak becomes a journey into Punjabs forgotten ingredients and frontier memories, guided by Chef Sherry Mehtas deeply researched, ingredient-first cuisine. A quiet, ingredient led journey into the forgotten kitchens of Punjab, where produce speaks louder than spice.

Vehicles barred from movement unless fully covered; action planned at sand ghats

I spoke on greater Assam and unity in my speech while joining Congress. There was a sentence where I mentioned Sivasagars, development should take place in Dhubri and vice versa. Many have shown their objections over the statement. However, my aim was to express that we should take Assam forward by unity and development, he said

Three-wheeler sales experienced a 17% increase in December 2025, with 61,924 units sold, up from 52,733 units a year earlier.

Service appears to be intermittent rather than a total blackout

Giving the details, it said that the MBBS seats have risen from 500 to 1,725, PG and superspecialty seats from 513 to 802, and DNB seats from 20 to 438. This expansion has improved doctor availability and reduced dependence on institutions outside the UT, the statement said

116 applications have been received for each job category

The minister appreciated the services of sanitation workers and said the government was committed to addressing their issues

Guntur city mayor Kovelamudi Ravindra, along with Guntur East MLA Naseer Ahmed, on Tuesday formally inaugurated the Mana GunturMana Sankranti festivities organised by the Guntur Municipal Corporation at the Welfare Centre, officially known as the Nara Chandrababu Naidu Sports Complex: Reports

The minister expressed his happiness over the timely release of the remaining funds, stating that it would further strengthen the states health infrastructure

Partnership to set up statewide day-care centres for thalassaemia and sickle cell patients

The Andhra Pradesh government had taken several passenger-friendly decisions to ensure hassle-free travel for people heading to their native places during the festive rush: Ramprasad Reddy

With the launch of the updated Punch, Tata Motors aims to redefine the entry-level SUV segment, featuring a new turbo-petrol engine and enhanced interiors. This model has consistently ranked among the top-selling vehicles, reflecting Tata's strategy to maintain strong sales figures and customer satisfaction.

GO issued with guidelines for procuring existing and established brands of liquor

He also made it clear that patient details in hospitals must be registered only through electronic health cards

Somireddy stated that Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu spent Rs 6,163 crore on Rayalaseema projects and completed the HandriNeeva water supply to Kuppam, 780 km away, within 100 days at a cost of Rs 3,870 crore. He further alleged that Jagan Mohan Reddy failed to even visit the site after the Annamayya dam collapse, which he blamed on illegal sand mining.

Prof. Murugeshi said that while the structure of the temple is believed to date back to the 15th century, the idol too has presently been dated to the same period.

The Judicial First-Class Magistrate Court in Narasannapeta convicted Tankala Shantha Rao under Sec 354-D and 509 of IPC.

Arrive Alive Road Safety Drive Launched in Nizamabad

Free passes for the Republic Day parade will be available till the quota for the day gets exhausted

Police said the accused were also actively involved in betting on illegal apps

These arrangements are being implemented jointly by the Police, District Administration, Travancore Devaswom Board, and other allied departments

The military leaders of India and Pakistan communicated earlier on Tuesday amid rising drone activity along the border. General Dwivedi highlighted that the recent drone sightings, including several low-flying units, raised concerns about security gaps that could be exploited for terrorist activities.

The surveillance initiative is aimed at monitoring locked houses and deterring burglaries during the festive season

The inspections revealed that more than 1.90 lakh quintals of paddy and about 1.72 lakh bags were found diverted or short, resulting in a financial loss exceeding Rs.60 crore to the State Exchequer

The vehicles have been allocated to Allur, Dagadarthi, Bitragunta and Kavali Rural police stations

A heartwarming story unfolded at a railway station in Parvathipuram Manyam, where a woman unexpectedly delivered a baby on the platform.

Vidarbha will face Karnataka in a repeat of last season's final on Thursday, while Saurashtra will take on Punjab in the second semi-final on Friday

Senegal and Ivory Coast were added in December to the list of countries with partial restrictions on entry to the United States

Arbeloa was appointed on Monday and his first game is against Albacete in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, in which French forward Mbappe is unlikely to feature

In a video conference with the ICC, the Bangladesh Cricket Board confirmed its stance against traveling to India for the T20 World Cup, highlighting security fears. The board's request to shift games to Sri Lanka comes after political unrest in Bangladesh and strained ties with India.

The investigation would be conducted under the overall supervision of Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sajjanar

Haryana's crackdown on music glorifying weapons and gang life reflects a broader initiative to protect the youth from the allure of crime and its associated dangers.

In a statement issued here on Tuesday, the MMU said it had received credible reports that police personnel were circulating extensive multipage forms to mosques, madrasas, and other Muslim places of worship. These forms, it said, seek highly personal and sensitive information from imams, khateebs, mosque administrators, and individuals associated with religious institutions

The investigating agency found no involvement of the Chief Minister and accordingly filed a memo in the court, which was accepted by the judicial officer.

Officials described the move as part of a broader, decisive effort to dismantle what they termed the terror ecosystem operating within state institutions

Trump's legal battle against the BBC centers on a documentary that combined quotes from his January 6 speech, which he claims defamed him. The BBC has apologized for the editing but maintains its defense against the lawsuit, asserting it did not air the content in Florida.

When the matter came up for hearing, Kejriwal's counsel urged the judge to take it up after some time as the senior counsel was not available at the moment

A 70-year-old woman, Yadamma, suffered cut injuries on her leg due to Chinese manja at Almasguda under Meerpet police station limits