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Pocso Case: 24 Media Houses Booked For Revealing Minors Identity; Separate Case For Defaming Judiciary

The Charminar police on Sunday registered cases after the Telangana High Court Registrar complained about viral posts and reports alleging that favours had been offered by Union minister of state Bandi Sanjay to the a member of the judiciary in exchange for anticipatory bail for his son

18 May 2026 1:53 am
Polavaram Tribal Oustees Fail to Get Justice from Officials

The tribal people of Koruturu village in Jeelugumilli mandal of Eluru district are roaming around the collectors office and the pleading with government officials to do justice, but in vain.

18 May 2026 1:49 am
Social Welfare School Students Break Glass Ceiling

In the Engineering stream, a total of 1,428 students appeared, of whom 1,123 qualified. In the A&P stream exam 1,326 students appeared and 1,041 qualified.

18 May 2026 1:46 am
IIT Prep Helps Students to Top EAPCET

The EAPCET toppers decided to take a call on which college to join after the national-level entrance examination results are announced.

18 May 2026 1:43 am
A Year After, Hyderabad Remains Oblivious to Fire Safety

After the Gulzur Houz accident, the government appointed a high-powered six-member inquiry committee to suggest remedial measures.

18 May 2026 1:14 am
Chemists Urge AIMIM Chiefs Support

Chemists and druggists are protesting against the unchecked sale of medicines by online pharmacies, predatory pricing by corporate companies and what they termed the governments indifferent attitude.

18 May 2026 1:04 am
MLA Ganta Finds Empty Liquor Bottles In Madhurawada PHC

Ganta asked police personnel to monitor the PHC premises during their night beat and prevent entry of anti-social elements.

18 May 2026 1:01 am
Fadnavis Reaffirms June Deadline for Farm Loan Waiver

A senior official said the loan waiver proposal is expected to be tabled before the Cabinet for approval in the coming days. Around 51.24 lakh farmers are likely to benefit from the scheme.

18 May 2026 12:58 am
UppalWarangal Stretch Closure Irks Commuters

Authorities said the closure is essential to facilitate construction of the elevated corridor, but commuters insist that timelines must be clearly communicated to ease travel discomfort.

18 May 2026 12:54 am
Asad Urges CM to Reschedule Degree Exams Coinciding with Bakrid

The Hyderabad MP also listed out the name of the graduation course and examination subject which are scheduled on the day of festival.

18 May 2026 12:50 am
Panel To Identify Telangana Activists

Its ultimate objective is to compile a comprehensive, verified list and recommend specific state honours, facilities and courtesies for eligible activists.

18 May 2026 12:45 am
Coalition Government Committed to Ambedkars Ideals: Satya Kumar

Satya Kumar maintained that the honour of conferring Bharat Ratna on Ambedkar in 1990 goes to the BJP-supported government.

18 May 2026 12:43 am
Krishnan Srinivasan | Why Ukraines Zelenskyy Is A Great Salesman And Illusionist

There were claims in February that Ukraine made more territorial gains than Russia. Not all pro-Ukrainian monitoring platforms supported these, amid a grey zone where control is unclear and advances are measured in 150-200 square km per month

18 May 2026 12:42 am
Amaravatis First Set of Multi-storey Residential Towers Nearing Completion

In the first phase, construction of MLA and MLC quarters with modern amenities is nearing completion.

18 May 2026 12:34 am
Bharat Bhushan | From The Bench To Barbs: Cockroach Slur On Critics

Notwithstanding the denial, it is important to note that metaphors that dehumanise any citizen are not merely intemperate speech. They show contempt for fellow human beings. When youth unemployment is seen not as a structural issue but as individual failure, it normalises contempt towards the economically marginalised youth

18 May 2026 12:32 am
AP Bets Big on Tourism-led Growth

Spiritual tourism is also being strengthened by improving facilities and connectivity to major shrines including the Tirumala, Srisailam and Kanaka Durga temples.

18 May 2026 12:31 am
Revanth to Attend Swearing-in of Kerala's New CM

Revanth Reddys campaign covered the Assembly constituencies of Nemom, Kovalam, Mavelikkara and Pathanapuram.

18 May 2026 12:29 am
DC Edit | Bhojshala Verdict: Dont Divide Indians By Faith

It set aside the 2003 order of the Archaeological Survey of India restricting the right of Hindus to worship within the Bhojshala complex to once a week and permitting prayers by the Muslim community

18 May 2026 12:20 am
Gulzar Houz Fire: Survivors Await Justice

The building, located in the congested lanes of Gulzar Houz, remains sealed and blocked off. Survivors say the delay has added to their trauma, preventing them from rebuilding their lives.

18 May 2026 12:15 am
DC Edit | Will Andhra Child Sops Work?

Andhra is not alone in fearing for the structure of the population in the future. Another state, Tamil Nadu, has posited that southern states would suffer from decades of family planning and a consequent decline in population rate when it comes to delimitation of constituencies

18 May 2026 12:10 am
ALLEN CEO Kukreja Welcomes Changes in NEET

While the announcement of the next examination date provided clarity for students and parents, Kukreja said ALLEN remains committed to preparing students for the new examination format.

18 May 2026 12:07 am
CM Urges Centre to Review Tobacco Tax Hike to Protect Farmers

Naidu said the cumulative burden of GST, excise duty and the national calamity contingent duty had resulted in a tax-on-tax effect, slowing cigarette sales and weakening market demand for tobacco.

18 May 2026 12:05 am
Amaravati Set To Host First Quantum-Secure Communications Test Bed

Naidu says project will boost Andhra Pradeshs leadership in advanced digital technologies

17 May 2026 11:56 pm
IPL 2026: Rahul, Porel Help Delhi Capitals Beat RR By 5 Wickets

Delhi Capitals completed the chase of 194 in 19.2 overs

17 May 2026 11:44 pm
AMR Clarifies Rs 2.2-Crore Ornaments It Donated to Karnataka Temple Weigh 1.28 kg

AMR India clarifies gold quantity used in temple ornaments amid social media allegations

17 May 2026 11:44 pm
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Monday, May 18, 2026

Forecast: Partly cloudy sky. Maximum and minimum temperatures are likely to be around 40C and 28 C respectively

17 May 2026 11:26 pm
India, Sweden Discuss AI, Green Transition, Defence Ties

Discussions covered areas including green transition, artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, startups, resilient supply chains, defence, space, climate action and people-to-people ties.

17 May 2026 11:22 pm
KTR Demands Dismissal of Bandi for Fair Probe

BRS leader calls for impartial probe, accuses BJPCongress of suppressing issue

17 May 2026 11:20 pm
Astroguide for Monday, May 18, 2026

Tithi: Adhika Jyeshta Shukla Vidiya till 5.55 pm

17 May 2026 11:20 pm
Increased Fuel Prices Disrupt International Flights From AP

International flights from Andhra Pradesh, particularly via Vijayawada (Gannavaram) and Visakhapatnam, are facing severe disruptions due to cancellation of services to Sharjah, which connect to the US and Europe connections.

17 May 2026 11:19 pm
Serious Drinking Water Crisis In Palakottu Town; Minister Nimmala Reviews Situation

Water Resources Minister Nimmala Rama Naidu on Sunday asked municipal officials to take urgent action to solve the drinking water crisis in Palakollu.

17 May 2026 11:13 pm
Buddha Is Not Smiling As Algae, Stench Spread at Hussainsgar

Polluted Hussainsagar water repels tourists with foul-smelling and near-poisonous water

17 May 2026 11:11 pm
Rajinikant Denies Being Jealous of Vijay

He clarifies on the ugly rumours doing the rounds

17 May 2026 11:06 pm
What Kind Of Questions Are You Asking Me?

Malavika Mohanan called out a section of the Tamil media after being asked a distasteful question about Vijay and Trisha

17 May 2026 11:03 pm
Jannik Sinner Wins Italian Open, Extends Masters Tournament Streak

Sinner has now completed the 'Golden Masters' by winning all of the ATP's top-ranked events after becoming the first Italian champion at the Foro Italico since Adriano Panatta 50 years ago

17 May 2026 11:02 pm
Yatnal Gives School Attendance A Jai Shri Ram Twist

Siddaramaiah says no to saffron shawl. Who gave him right. If hijab is allowed, then saffron shawls are also our right and our religious right: Bijapur City MLA Basanagouda Patil Yatnal

17 May 2026 11:01 pm
Ranveer, Aditya Chopra patch-up

After years of reported tension, a closed door meeting between the mentor and protg has sparked speculation about a major reunion project

17 May 2026 10:57 pm
Maharashtra Plans Cancer Grid For Advanced Screening, Treatment

Maharashtra is developing a large-scale Cancer Grid to strengthen cancer treatment services across the state: Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis

17 May 2026 10:55 pm
PM Modi Visits Dutch Dam Afsluitdijk, Eyes Cooperation In Water Management

The visit underscored the shared commitment of both nations to innovative water management solutions, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure

17 May 2026 10:54 pm
From Non-Stick to No-Toxic

Why Indian kitchens are turning to safer cookware

17 May 2026 10:51 pm
Draft Proposals for Ward Reorganization Ready: GVMC

Draft ward reorganisation plan placed in public domain for feedback

17 May 2026 10:51 pm
Simply Un-Beet-Able

The humble beetroot, a superfood among vegetables, is making a comeback in modern diets and the wellness industry

17 May 2026 10:47 pm
CharlapalliTiruchanur Weekly Express Flagged Off

The train will halt at major stations including Malkajgiri, Kacheguda, Mahbubnagar, Gadwal, Kurnool, Dhone, Gooty, Tadipatri, Kadapa and Renigunta: Railway officials

17 May 2026 10:47 pm
All That Glitters Can Wait

Gold rush on hold

17 May 2026 10:42 pm
India Monitors Sri Lankas Mattala Airport Investment Move, May Bid For Project

India is closely monitoring Sri Lankas move to invite foreign investors to take control of the Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport near the China-controlled Hambantota port, amid strategic considerations in the Indian Ocean region, sources said on Sunday.

17 May 2026 10:37 pm
Tirumala Emerges As A Green Sanctuary With 89.4% Forest Cover

TTD claims to be among the leading institutions for forest preservation and ecological management: Reports

17 May 2026 10:37 pm
Heatwave Conditions Likely in North Telangana Districts This Week

The IMD cautioned that high temperatures could increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, particularly among infants, elderly persons and those with chronic diseases

17 May 2026 10:34 pm
Perni Nani Says RTC Being Privatised Under Guise of E-Buses

YSRCP leader says RTC is being weakened to favour private operators

17 May 2026 10:31 pm
APCPDCL Ties Up with EESL To Boost Energy Efficiency

Andhra Pradesh Central Power Distribution Company Limited (APCPDCL) has entered into an agreement with Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture under the Union ministry of power, to promote affordable energy-efficient appliances across the state.

17 May 2026 10:29 pm
Doctors Link Health to Peace at IDPD Meet

Speakers condemned the continuing assault on Gaza as a grave humanitarian tragedy, citing the destruction of hospitals and the deaths of thousands of children

17 May 2026 10:28 pm