In a curious turn of events that has added intrigue to an ongoing investigation, Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra recently arrested by Indian authorities on charges of espionage was seen roaming through Lahore's Anarkali Bazar earlier this year, accompanied by six armed men. The moment was captured on video by Scottish travel vlogger Callum Mill, known for his YouTube channel Callum Abroad. The video, recorded during Callum’s March 2025 trip to Pakistan, show

In a dramatic development that has rattled political circles in Andhra Pradesh, former minister and senior YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader Kakani Govardhan Reddy was arrested at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in Kerala while allegedly attempting to flee the country. The arrest was carried out on Sunday morning after Nellore police received a tip-off from airport authorities about Kakani’s suspicious travel plans. Authorities acted swiftly, dispatching a team from N

Controversy has erupted around the Miss World 2025 pageant after Miss England, Milla Magee, announced her abrupt withdrawal from the competition held in Telangana, India. Her departure sparked widespread speculation and intense media scrutiny, especially in the British press, over alleged misconduct and ethical concerns during the international beauty event. Milla Magee, who held the title of Miss England 2024, told British media outlet The Sun that she felt uncomfortable w

Miss India 2025, Nandini Gupta, has earned a prestigious spot among the top 24 global finalists for the Miss World 2025 pageant, an event that is creating waves of pride and excitement across the country. Held for the first time in Telangana, India, the international beauty pageant has turned into a celebration of culture, tradition, and youthful talent. The competition has attracted 108 participants from around the world, each representing their nation’s grace and excellence. After a s

A deeply personal and politically charged letter from former MP Kalvakuntla Kavitha to her father, BRS chief K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR), has ignited a storm in Telangana's political circles. Reportedly handwritten after the BRS Silver Jubilee celebrations in Warangal, the 6-page letter begins with “My Dear Daddy” and goes on to raise pointed concerns about the party’s leadership direction, KCR’s speech, and his muted criticism of the BJP. Kavitha’s

 In a high-profile crackdown, the Anakapalli District Police have dismantled an international cybercrime syndicate based in Achyutapuram, Andhra Pradesh. The scam, which impersonated Amazon’s customer support team, targeted unsuspecting US citizens in a sophisticated multi-layered fraud operation. Authorities arrested 33 individuals during coordinated raids across three locations on May 22. The operation, led by the Anakapalli Superintendent of Police and based on a compl

Pakistan’s Olympic javelin champion Arshad Nadeem has broken his silence on Indian star Neeraj Chopra’s recent comments about their camaraderie, stating that he prefers not to speak due to the ongoing tensions between India and Pakistan. His statement comes ahead of the Asian Athletics Championships 2025, scheduled to begin May 27 in Gumi, South Korea. Arshad addressed the media in Lahore on May 22, where he was asked about Neeraj Chopra's clarification that the two

 In a startling reflection of today’s rapidly shifting tech landscape, Microsoft’s latest round of layoffs has targeted the very employees who helped the company advance its artificial intelligence ambitions. According to a report by CNBC, the company cut around 6,000 jobs globally, with over 40% of the layoffs in Washington state affecting software engineers many of whom had been actively integrating AI into Microsoft's development processes. Bloomberg’s

The 72nd Miss World Festival, currently underway in the vibrant state of Telangana, has officially announced the 24 global finalists for its much-anticipated Talent Competition. Selected from a pool of nearly 100 international contestants, these young women are set to captivate the world with their performances on May 23, as part of the ongoing festivities hosted in India. The Miss World Talent Competition has always been one of the most eagerly awaited segments of the pageant, shin

In a landmark moment for Indian-origin executives in global tech, Tesla’s Chief Financial Officer Vaibhav Taneja outpaced some of the highest-paid CEOs in the world in 2024. Taneja earned a staggering $139 million (approximately ₹1,157 crore), eclipsing the total compensation of Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai. Taneja’s pay package, largely driven by Tesla stock options and equity grants following his promotion to CFO in August 2023, propelle

In a rare and deeply emotional farewell speech, Justice Duppala Venkata Ramana of the Madhya Pradesh High Court turned what is usually a moment of gratitude and closure into a powerful critique of India’s judicial system. As he demitted office on Tuesday, Justice Ramana delivered a speech marked by disillusionment, pain, and disappointment sentiments rarely voiced so publicly from the bench. Referring to his controversial transfer from the Andhra Pradesh High Court to Madhya P

In a deeply tragic incident that has shocked the Indian-American community and the tech startup world, 30-year-old Indian-origin entrepreneur Akshay Gupta was brutally stabbed to death on a public bus in Austin, Texas. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), the attack occurred without provocation and has led to the arrest of 31-year-old Deepak Kandel, who has been charged with first-degree murder. The incident took place on the evening of May 14, when emergency services re

In a startling revelation, Haryana-based YouTuber Jyoti Malhotra, who runs the travel channel Travel with Jo, has allegedly confessed to Indian authorities that she was in direct contact with officials connected to Pakistan's intelligence network. The 33-year-old, who has approximately 4 lakh subscribers on YouTube, is currently under arrest on charges related to espionage and national security violations. Sources familiar with interrogation details told India Today

The Telugu Film Chamber of Commerce (TFCC) has officially intervened in the growing conflict between Tollywood producers and theatre exhibitors, urging both parties to reach an immediate resolution to avoid a potential shutdown of theatres across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. Over the past week, tensions have escalated over the revenue-sharing model, with exhibitors demanding a shift to a percentage-based system for film collections. In a bold move, theatre owners warned they would shut down

In an unprecedented development, the revered Golden Temple in Amritsar granted special permission to the Indian Army to deploy air defence systems within its sacred premises. The rare move came amid increased Pakistani drone and missile attacks targeting Amritsar in retaliation to India’s launch of Operation Sindoor, a counter-terror strike initiated after the April 22 attack in Pahalgam. Lieutenant General Sumer Ivan D'Cunha, Director General of Army Air Defence, confirme

As part of the ongoing 72nd Miss World Festival, 107 international contestants visited the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Telangana State Secretariat on May 18, marking a spectacular day of cultural celebration and technological brilliance in Hyderabad. The visit began with a tribute at the Telangana Thalli statue, symbolizing the identity, pride, and aspirations of the state. The contestants were warmly welcomed on the Secretariat’s central lawn, where they were treated to an authentic Hy

As more Australians face chronic pain, a growing number are turning to medicinal cannabis. Since regulatory changes in 2016, over 700,000 product approvals have been issued with nearly half aimed at treating non-cancer-related chronic pain. Despite the increasing popularity, both patients and clinicians are asking: how effective is medicinal cannabis for chronic pain, and what are the risks? Medicinal cannabis includes products derived from the cannabis plant, such as THC (tetrahydr

Amid heightened tensions following the Pahalgam terror attack, the Indian Army demonstrated its strength and preparedness by thwarting a major aerial assault from Pakistan that targeted both military and civilian structures in Punjab including the iconic Golden Temple in Amritsar. The attempted strike, which occurred in the early hours of May 8, involved Pakistan deploying drones and long-range missiles aimed at high-profile Indian targets. Thanks to India’s robust air defence

Indian authorities have arrested eight individuals across three states in a major crackdown on an alleged spy network linked to Pakistan's Inter-Services Intelligence (ISI). The arrests, made in the aftermath of the deadly Pahalgam terror attack that claimed 26 lives, span across Haryana, Punjab, and Uttar Pradesh. Officials believe the arrested individuals were involved in sharing sensitive information with Pakistani handlers through various channels, inc

Severe thunderstorms swept through several regions in Illinois and Indiana on Thursday, leaving a trail of destruction and disrupting the lives of thousands of residents. Strong winds, lightning, and heavy rain led to widespread power outages and triggered tornado watches across both states as emergency services and utility crews scrambled to respond to the impact. As of 10 p.m. Thursday, Illinois utility provider ComEd reported a total of 1,104 outages across the state, with m