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AP: Chief Secretary Asks DISCOMs to Fast-track RDSS Works

The Chief Secretary said that under the leadership of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and Energy Minister Gottipati Ravi Kumar, the State government is prioritising RDSS implementation to ensure the financial viability of DISCOMs, reduce AT&C losses and provide a reliable power supply.

7 Feb 2026 11:27 pm
Social Media Monetisation Can Put F-1 Students at Risk, Experts Warn

An F-1 visa is issued for education purposes. Students are allowed to study full-time and can work only under specific conditions, such as on-campus jobs or authorised training programmes like Curricular Practical Training (CPT) and Optional Practical Training (OPT).

7 Feb 2026 11:22 pm
Telangana Neta Natter | A Sacrifice: Revanth Draws The Line For Jatipita

The BRS insists the crown belongs to K. Chandrashekar Rao, arguing that his relentless agitation culminated in the birth of Telangana in 2014, but the Congress rubbishes the claim, with moral qualifiers

7 Feb 2026 10:14 pm
Fadnavis: BJPs Win In Maha Polls Will Impact Municipal Elections In Telangana

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis on Saturday said the BJPs performance in the recent municipal elections in Maharashtra would have a positive impact on the partys prospects in the Telangana municipal polls.

7 Feb 2026 10:14 pm
How Thoughtful Kitchens Feed Curious Travellers

Chef Min Bahadur Parajuli of The Westin Maldives, speaks about cooking on a small island, respecting Maldivian food traditions, and adapting to life and logistics in the middle of the ocean.

7 Feb 2026 10:05 pm
Manyam District Turning Into A Waterfall Tourism Hub

Officials report that three lakh visitors have arrived in just three months to see the waterfalls, a record-breaking surge that has transformed the areas economic prospects.

7 Feb 2026 9:50 pm
JUST SPAMMING | Politics, A Modern Day Intrigue

Before launching his political party in 2024 without abandoning his cinema career of over four decades, Vijay gave many of his burgeoning supporters, fans and acolytes a dream, a big one at that, with a promise to take the plunge into politics

7 Feb 2026 9:22 pm
Traffic Cops, Firemen Rescue Birds Trapped In Banned Manja

The kite was striving hard and flapping her wings to get free but in vain: Senior police officer

7 Feb 2026 9:11 pm
HC Says Renewal Of Passport In Not Automatic

Justice Nagesh Bheemapaka of the High Court held that issuance or renewal of a passport was governed by statutory provisions under the Passports Act, 1967, and could not be claimed as a matter of right when national security concerns were involved: Reports

7 Feb 2026 9:06 pm
In Search Of A Home, Wandering Tiger Picks Up Its Pace

In the process, it walked into the Siddipet district and is now learnt to be moving in a northerly direction at a fairly fast clip, and likely heading back the way it first came from: Reports

7 Feb 2026 9:02 pm
SRK Plans 2-year Pause After King

The superstar wants time for rest, recovery and to address recurring injuries

7 Feb 2026 8:58 pm
Amit Shah Reviews J&K Development Projects, Vows Strong Push For Tourism

Shah reiterated the Central Governments commitment to accelerating economic growth in J&K, identifying tourism as a major pillar of future development: Reports

7 Feb 2026 8:57 pm
Ponguleti : Despite Losing Power, BRS Daydreaming

The minister dismissed assurances made by BRS leaders, stating that those who failed to develop the region during their decade in power were now making claims about housing and community infrastructure: Reports

7 Feb 2026 8:31 pm
Paperback Riders In 'Starry Book Clubs'

Some celebrity book clubs genuinely introduce readers to unexpected corners of literature and help form local reading communities

7 Feb 2026 8:12 pm
BhubaneswarCuttackPuriParadip Economic Corridor Launched

The inauguration ceremony was held at the Lok Seva Bhavan Convention Centre here in the presence of urban development minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra and senior government officials.

7 Feb 2026 8:02 pm
Two Killed, Five Injured in Major Accident on ORR near Patancheru

The victims, all residents of Borampet, were returning home after a visit to the Zoo Park when the accident took place

7 Feb 2026 8:01 pm
Lodda Waterfalls Boost APs Eco-tourism Profile

Plunging from a height of nearly 100 feet, the waterfalls are drawing tourists with their pristine surroundings, dense greenery and pleasant climate near the AndhraOdisha border.

7 Feb 2026 7:55 pm
TTD EO Reviews Pilgrim Facilities, Dines With Devotees

After sharing a meal with devotees, the EO interacted with them and gathered feedback on the taste, quality, quantity and serving of the Annaprasadam. Devotees expressed high levels of satisfaction and appreciation for the services.

7 Feb 2026 7:50 pm
Sea The Skin-credible Difference

Natural minerals in seawater calm the skin and keep it moisturised, unlike shower or tap water

7 Feb 2026 7:46 pm
18,000 Civic Pleas Stuck In Seeema

Applicants who submitted requests online months ago are still waiting for an official response. More than 18,000 municipal applications in Rayalaseema have already crossed their SLA (service-level agreement) deadlines: Reports

7 Feb 2026 7:38 pm
Women Secure Majority Of UG Medical, Dental Seats

The NTR University of Health Sciences analysed admissions secured in various undergraduate courses for 202526 and submitted the details to Minister for Health Satya Kumar Yadav: Reports

7 Feb 2026 7:32 pm
Solar Power Lights Up Remote Tribal Hamlets In Prakasam District

The Palutla hamlets are located deep inside the Nallamala forest, nearly 60 km from mainstream habitations. They can be approached only after a three-hour journey through forest terrain: Reports

7 Feb 2026 7:26 pm
I Do Believe Everything That Happens, Happens For The Best

Taapsee Pannu is optimistic that her absence from the screen for a time is only going to make audiences curious about what shes bringing out next

7 Feb 2026 7:24 pm
Techie-Turned-Thief Wanted In 26 Break-In Cases Held In Vizag

The accused, Achhi Mahesh Reddy alias Sunny, 27, a former software engineer from Kakinada, was arrested near Gajuwaka on Friday after months of investigation spanning Gajuwaka, Arilova, Malkapuram, Pendurthi and Duvvada police limits: City police commissioner Sankhabrata Bagchi

7 Feb 2026 7:21 pm
Finish Pending Works On War Footing: Panchayat Raj Commissioner

The commissioner announced that the designation of Panchayat Secretary is now being considered as Panchayat Development Officer, while EOPRD will be redesignated as Deputy MPDO: Reports

7 Feb 2026 7:17 pm
Record-Seeking Vizag Artist Gets His Eyeball Tattooed Despite Risks Involved

Now in 2026, Jagadish, a mechanical engineering graduate, who has transitioned into a certified tattoo artist, says he has got his eyeball tattooed, as he wanted to become the first person from both Telugu states to do so: Reports

7 Feb 2026 7:12 pm
Rashmika Gets Busier In Bollywood

The actress recently wrapped Cocktail 2 with Shahid Kapoor and has reportedly signed another Hindi project with the same co-star, to be produced by Jio Studios and The Vermilion World. Amit Ravindernath Sharma (Badhaai Ho, Maidaan) will direct, with filming set to begin in the second half of this year

7 Feb 2026 7:11 pm
Inflated Or Impactful? Trade Reacts To Numbers

The trend of headline-grabbing budgets and deal values, insiders say, has become increasingly common with big-ticket films

7 Feb 2026 7:05 pm
Stray Dog Attacks Leave 22 Injured in Ranebennur

Haveri District Health Officer told Deccan Chronicle that eight persons were admitted to the taluk government hospital for treatment, while the others were given first aid and discharged.

7 Feb 2026 7:04 pm
ICC Steps In to Save India-Pakistan T20 World Cup Clash

The Pakistan Cricket Board reached out to the ICC after a formal communication from the cricket's world body

7 Feb 2026 6:56 pm
T20 World Cup 2026: India 8-1

India, after winning their first trophy in 2007, managed to win their second trophy in 2024.

7 Feb 2026 6:53 pm
BJP Will Win Karimnagar Mayor Seat: Bandi Sanjay

The BRS would be limited to four seats, while the combined strength of the Congress and the All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen would not cross 20 seats: Bandi Sanjay Kumar

7 Feb 2026 6:49 pm
Pawan Sanctions Road After Students Social Media Appeal

After viewing the video, Pawan sought details from officials and spoke to the district collector, directing the authorities to prepare estimates and accord immediate approval for the road work: Reports

7 Feb 2026 6:44 pm
Valentine's Special: Cinpolis 7-Course Premium Dining Experience For Moviegoers

Designed as a narrative-led format, The Seven Acts showcased how premium cinema experiences are expanding beyond traditional movie screenings.

7 Feb 2026 6:43 pm
Salman Khan Attends RSS Centenary Event in Mumbai, Listens to Mohan Bhagwat

Bhagwat emphasized that the Sangh works for the country without opposing anyone

7 Feb 2026 6:40 pm
38 Resolutions Cleared At Nellore Civic Council Meet

During the meeting, a total of 38 resolutions, comprising 14 main agenda items, 13 supplementary items and 11 table agenda items were placed before the council and approved unanimously: Reports

7 Feb 2026 6:38 pm
Income From Waste Through Swachh Drive: Savita

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu is committed to making Andhra Pradesh the cleanest State in the country: District in-charge minister S. Savita

7 Feb 2026 6:33 pm
Veturi Prabhakara Sastry Remembered On His 138th Birth Anniversary

As part of the celebrations, a literary seminar was organised, beginning with floral tributes to the portrait of Veturi Prabhakara Sastry: Reports

7 Feb 2026 6:27 pm
Love Letters, Demonetised 1,000, 500 Notes Found In Medaram Hundis

The counting began this week at the TTD Kalyana Mandapam in Hanamkonda, where officials opened donation boxes collected during the biennial tribal festival: Reports

7 Feb 2026 6:17 pm
Gujarat: Questioned For Coming Late Class 12 Student Slaps Female Invigilator

Amid an outrage after CCTV footage of the January 24 slapping incident went viral, police paraded the accused in public.

7 Feb 2026 5:52 pm
PCB Cites Force Majeure, ICC Responds

The ICC has asked the Pakistan Cricket Board to justify pulling out of one match while playing the remaining tournament on government instructions

7 Feb 2026 5:50 pm
ACB Arrests Key Accused in Bribery Case Linked to Forest Development Corporation

Senior official nabbed in Visakhapatnam after evading arrest in alleged eucalyptus harvesting bribery case linked to Kothagudem division.

7 Feb 2026 5:34 pm
Quota-based Duty Concessions On Apples From US; Farmers Fully Protected: Goyal

At present, imported apples attract a 50 per cent import duty with an MIP of Rs 50 per kg, effectively barring imports of apples priced below Rs 75 per kg. Our apple farmers are fully protected, and there is no need to worry, Goyal told reporters here

7 Feb 2026 5:17 pm
How AI Can be a Boon In Filmmaking

AI companies, in recent times are increasingly investing in filmmaking and production studios.

7 Feb 2026 5:13 pm
Norway Crown Princess Apologises To King And Queen Over Epstein Friendship

Mette-Marit has been asked to provide more details about their involvement with Epstein.

7 Feb 2026 4:22 pm
Telangana Forest Department Issues Advisory Restricting Outdoor Movement

The tiger is currently navigating a landscape at the junction of Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Siddipet, and Jangaon districts

7 Feb 2026 4:20 pm
Korean Monoglycerides Used For Adulteration of Ghee Supplied To TTD

Bhole Baba Dairy which supplied ghee to the TTD during the YSRC rule, was found to have heavily used monoglycerides, a chemical substance, in the ghee

7 Feb 2026 4:08 pm
Cognizant, Palantir to Accelerate AI-Driven Modernization in Healthcare and Enterprise Operations

The partnership advances Cognizant's strategy as an AI builder: creating purpose-built, enterprise-grade solutions that turn the potential of AI into real business value

7 Feb 2026 4:07 pm
Five Cheetah Cubs Born In Kuno National Park, Population Rises to 35

Calling it a 'moment of immense pride and joy,' Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav said Aasha gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park.

7 Feb 2026 4:07 pm
Politically Motivated , Sonia Gandhi Opposes Plea Over 1980 Voter List Entry In Delhi Court

Sonia Gandhi's counsel dismissed the claims saying the complaint did not provide any foundational documents.

7 Feb 2026 4:06 pm