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Kharge to PM: Govt Rushing Womens Quota Law for Political Gain

Kharge's letter came in response to a missive from the prime minister on the special sitting of Parliament for a discussion on the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam from April 16

12 Apr 2026 10:05 am
Pakistan Urges Iran, US to Maintain Ceasefire After Talks Fail

Pakistan will continue to play a mediating role and try to facilitate dialogue between Iran and the U.S. in coming days, Dar said

12 Apr 2026 9:52 am
Anasuya Bharadwaj Reacts Strongly to Saree Remark, Sparks Buzz

Reacting strongly, she wrote, Wrong wrong! The heading should say Anasuya is wearing a saree created by Shivaji, right, because before that we were not wearing sarees

12 Apr 2026 9:15 am
RGV Stirs Controversy with Remarks on Dawood Ibrahim

Ram Gopal Varma is known for his gangster-based films like Satya and Company, which were inspired by the underworld backdrop and went on to become cult classics

12 Apr 2026 9:09 am
Director Venu Udugula Denies Link to Mangli Case

My name has not been mentioned as an accused anywhere in the FIR related to this case, he said

12 Apr 2026 9:04 am
Iran Entered Talks with Seriousness, Outcome Depends on US Approach: Pezeshkian

According to Iranian state media Press TV, Pezeshkian made the remarks during a phone conversation with French President Emmanuel Macron

12 Apr 2026 8:45 am
Israel Seeks Lasting Peace Deal with Lebanon: Netanyahu

According to reports, Israel has agreed to begin formal negotiations with Lebanon next week following weeks of intense cross-border hostilities

12 Apr 2026 7:25 am
Remembering Dr. Rajkumar: A Timeless Icon of Kannada Cinema

He remained humble despite unparalleled success, avoided controversies, and lived with dignity and grace

12 Apr 2026 6:28 am
A New Ultra-Modern Cultural Centre Is Coming Up At Madhapur Under The Aegis Of Sangeet Natak Academy

Union minister G. Kishan Reddy, after inspecting the ongoing works, highlighted the acute shortage of quality venues in Hyderabad, which currently relies solely on Ravindra Bharathi for major events.

12 Apr 2026 3:43 am
Ministers Chopper Lands In Car Parking Area, Triggers Panic

According to officials, the pilot apparently misjudged the landing site, mistaking an open space in the parking area for the designated helipad located about 1.3 km away

12 Apr 2026 3:25 am
Police Probe On Into Cash For Vote Charge Against BJP Sobha Surendran

BJPs state leadership suspended Alappuzha North district vice president Bindu Vinayakumar for speaking out against Sobha over her alleged role in the scandal.

12 Apr 2026 3:10 am
Didi: BJP Tried To Cancel My Nomination

Addressing a poll campaign rally at Keshiary in West Midnapore, she opposed the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) in the state, a day after the BJP made it a key promise in its manifesto, stating that she would not allow it to be implemented in Bengal.

12 Apr 2026 2:50 am
Ganja Addicted Gang Attacked Pedestrian In Warangal

Police said the victim, Pagindla Naresh, was attacked on March 17 in the Labour Colony area under Gandhi Nagar limits after an argument over reckless riding.

12 Apr 2026 2:39 am
ECI Transfers Home Secretary, DMK Objects

Baalu, who said that if the transfers were not revoked, the DMK would take necessary action under the law, the services of N Muruganandam as Chief Secretary was essential to maintain continuity in the administration.

12 Apr 2026 2:20 am
Iran Changed The Course Of World History : Former Diplomats

Emphasising how thousands were killed and even hospitals were targeted, Jung noted that key civilian infrastructure was spared during the bombings in major cities in Iran.

12 Apr 2026 1:48 am
Guntur-Based Student Died In An Accident In USA

Navyas aunt Sirisha Nelakuditi, in a GoFundMe post, said that she was admitted in the UPMC Presbyterian Hospital in Pittsburgh, and despite three major surgeries, she died on April 9.

12 Apr 2026 1:34 am
Firefighters Rescue 17 Residents From Hyderabad Blaze

The fire broke out at 7.30 am at, a residential block comprising ground plus three floors and a penthouse.

12 Apr 2026 1:24 am
AIG Hospitals And ICMR Ink Pact For Joint Research In Digital Health And Patient Care

The partnership will include exchange of data, expertise and scientific knowledge within regulatory and ethical norms. A strong focus has been placed on taking research into practice so that findings translate into patient care.

12 Apr 2026 1:15 am
Experts Push Aluminium-Led Growth Strategy To Power Odishas Next Industrial Phase

Participants highlighted a structural imbalance in Odishas industrial development.

12 Apr 2026 12:53 am
Experts Urge Calm as Intermediate Results Approach, Stress Mental Health Support

Students in distress can seek tele-counselling via the Tele MANAS service which is available on the toll-free number 14416.

12 Apr 2026 12:46 am
Tenants In Shambles As HYDRAA razes apartment in Ameenpur

The building stood on 2.2 acres of land, and had three towers with around 45 flats. All the flats were rented, and according to residents, nearly 39 flats were occupied at the time of the demolition: Reports

12 Apr 2026 12:41 am
Jakora, Chandur & Chintakunta Lift Irrigation Scheme Reaches Final Stage of Completion: Uttam

Uttam Kumar Reddy noted that although the project had received administrative sanction earlier, the actual execution of works gained significant momentum in the Congress government .

12 Apr 2026 12:40 am
APSRTC to Develop EV Charging Points at 12 Depots to Run 750 E-Buses

The APSRTC is taking up electrical and civil works at 12 of its depots for establishing the EV charging points to recharge the 750 e-buses that will be operating in the 11 cities.

12 Apr 2026 12:35 am
Head Constable Among Five Arrested In 1.4 Crore Salary Scam In Karimnagar

The fraud also involved securing personal loans against the diverted salary accounts, with EMIs being serviced from the misappropriated funds: Police

12 Apr 2026 12:34 am
State Marks Phule Bicentenary with Official Celebrations

The programme, organised by the Backward Classes Welfare Department at Tummalapalli Kalakshetram, was attended by ministers and public representatives, who paid tributes to Phule.

12 Apr 2026 12:30 am
Jagtial Youth Trapped In Cambodia Cybercrime Syndicate

Family pleads for government intervention: Reports

12 Apr 2026 12:26 am
Soumya Mishra Champions Women-Led Growth

She commended the Hyderabad Management Association for convening the summit and expressed confidence that the deliberations would yield actionable outcomes

12 Apr 2026 12:24 am
Shah: India Not Dharamshala For Infiltrators

He once again highlighted the importance of the Uniform Civil Code implementation in Bengal, a day after announcing it in his party manifesto. The Uniform Civil Code (UCC) will be implemented to end appeasement politics in the state, the BJP stalwart pointed out before attacking the TMC for unleashing violence against his party

12 Apr 2026 12:21 am
Blend Of Conservation And Continuity

Restored landmarks such as Chowmahalla Palace and Golconda Fort underline conservation work preserving royal architecture

12 Apr 2026 12:17 am
Maharashtra Government Orders Fast-Track Expansion Of Piped Gas Network

A circular to this effect was issued by Ashok Atram, Joint Secretary in the Food, Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection Department: Reports

12 Apr 2026 12:17 am
Bharatiya Janata Party, National Democratic Alliance Will Come to Power in WB, Assam, Puducherry, TN: Ramdas Athawale

Alleging that law and order has failed in West Bengal, including a rise in crimes against women, he said people are disappointed with the Trinamool Congress government.

12 Apr 2026 12:12 am
16 Passengers Injured in Road Accident at Kodad

Police said 10 passengers sustained serious injuries in the impact, while others suffered minor injuries.

12 Apr 2026 12:09 am
Narsingi Sanitation Drive Exposes Builders: 150 MT of Illegally Dumped Construction Waste Cleared

The other waste cleared was garbage of 15 MT, silt of 7 MT and green waste (1.7 MT). In addition, 350 encroachments were removed, 25 streetlights replaced and seven loose cables were rectified.

12 Apr 2026 12:01 am
Mohan Bhagwat Reiterates K. B. Hedgewar Founded Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh to Awaken Hindus

The RSS chief narrated the mythological incident of Garuda going to heaven and bringing nectar (Amrit) for freeing his mother from slavery.

11 Apr 2026 11:55 pm
Pawars Regressive Infiltration Claim On Warkaris Draws Fire

Mr. Pawar should clarify how he proposes to address the alleged presence of urban Naxals: Maharashtra BJP chief spokesperson Navnath Ban

11 Apr 2026 11:54 pm
90 Drug Users Screened at Gandhi Hospital Ahead of States De-Addiction, SICU Centres

Dr K. Anupama, incharge head of the psychiatry department said the unit operated under GO 4 issued by the health department. T

11 Apr 2026 11:53 pm
Arrest Four Men, Seize Valuables in Three Separate Cases

In a third case, police arrested a man identified as K. Sampath Reddy and seized Rs 5 lakh from him.

11 Apr 2026 11:50 pm
Statewide Campaign Launched to Curb Drug Misuse and Promote Safe Medicine Use

Around 15,000 participants, including pharmacists, chemists, students and other stakeholders, took part in the programmes.

11 Apr 2026 11:48 pm
Foreign Secretary Misri Pushes for Deeper US Energy Ties, Sets Sights on Paris and Berlin

He also referred to India's recent passage of the Shanti Act as a significant step enabling deeper cooperation in the civil nuclear sector.

11 Apr 2026 11:41 pm
Goyaz Opens 25th Silver Jewellery Outlet in Srikakulam

The brand, which is rapidly expanding across South India, plans to enter new markets soon.

11 Apr 2026 11:40 pm
CURE Region Is Leading Provider Of Organised Sector Employment In TG: EPFO Data

Within the city, and the state, Kukatpally topped the chart by generating 81,000 jobs in the period. It was followed by Rangareddy district (56,000 jobs), Banjara Hills (45,000), Sangareddy (42,000), and Barkatpura (34,000)

11 Apr 2026 11:38 pm
Police Open Fire on Murder Accused After Attacking Cops, Escape Bid in Kadapa

Heavy security has been deployed at the hospital as a precautionary measure.

11 Apr 2026 11:38 pm
Director Ameer under fire for remarks on Jana Nayagan leak

KVN Productions has warned of civil and criminal proceedings against every offender

11 Apr 2026 11:38 pm
Chityal Police Arrests Six-Member Diesel Theft Gang

A number of diesel theft incidents had been reported from lorries, trucks and heavy vehicles parked along the highway, prompting the formation of special police teams to curb the offences: Additional Superintendent of Police G. Ramesh

11 Apr 2026 11:34 pm
Meeting Convened with Adivasis of Interior Areas to Resolve Their Problems Ahead of the Chief Ministers Visit

Villagers raised concerns over drinking water scarcity, lack of road connectivity, absence of Rai centre buildings, drainage problems and electricity issues.

11 Apr 2026 11:31 pm
Parents Opt For Active Summer Learning For Kids

Children are spending too much time on screens during holidays. We wanted something that keeps him active but also teaches something useful, said Sneha Reddy, a parent from Kondapur, who enrolled her nineyearold in a mixed activity camp that includes theatre, yoga and basic coding

11 Apr 2026 11:28 pm
Neta Natter AP | Lokesh Turns Out To Be Tougher Boss Than Dad

With both father and son closely tracking the performance of party representatives, TD legislators and party leaders are suddenly seeing accountability in a new light

11 Apr 2026 11:24 pm
Naidu Floats E3 To Financially Empower TD Workers

Incidentally, Naidu has been regularly attending the training sessions, interacting closely with participants in an informal coffee with cadre format. He is discussing past and present political developments, current welfare and development initiatives, and future governance plans

11 Apr 2026 11:10 pm
Congress Will Make Strong Gains In Tamil Nadu Assembly Polls: Uttam

The meeting focused on coordinating campaign strategies, assessing organisational preparedness, and ground-level execution of plans to bolster the performance of the Congress: Reports

11 Apr 2026 11:08 pm
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