In a heated discussion in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly today, Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan addressed the ongoing controversy surrounding the alleged ghee adulteration in Tirumala Laddus. Kalyan emphasized that while he did not directly blame the previous Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy for the adulteration, the responsibility lies with the TTD governing body and its allocated board. Kalyan clarified that he never accused Jagan personally of being behind the adulteration. Howev

Actor Vijay, leader of the newly formed Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), has made it clear that his party will contest the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections without forming alliances with the ruling DMK or the BJP. Addressing a packed rally in Madurai, Vijay emphasized that TVK would not be playing second fiddle to any established Dravidian party, including the AIADMK and DMK. His stance signifies a bold political move as he prepares to introduce his party to

A leaked audio recording has revealed that Bangladesh’s former Prime Minister, Sheikh Hasina, allegedly authorized the brutal crackdown on student protesters in 2024. The recording,  captures Hasina’s conversation with a senior government official in which she directs security forces to use "lethal weapons" and to "shoot wherever they find them," referring to the protesters. The conversation took place on July 18, 2024, whi

China has acknowledged that the longstanding border dispute with India remains "complicated" and will require time to resolve. However, the Chinese Foreign Ministry expressed readiness to engage in discussions on delimiting the border and maintaining peace in the border areas. This statement came in response to remarks made by Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during his meeting with Chinese Defence Minister Dong Jun in Qingdao on June 26, 2025,

YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) leader Chevireddy Bhaskar Reddy was arrested at Bengaluru International Airport by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) while allegedly trying to escape to Sri Lanka. Chevireddy, listed as Accused No. 38 in the massive Andhra Pradesh liquor scam, was accompanied by his benami aide, Venkatesh Naidu (34), at the time of arrest. Both were detained moments before boarding their flight, marking a crucial development in the ongoing probe.

During a White House press briefing, President Donald Trump addressed growing public speculation about alleged drug use by Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and former government official. Trump was responding to circulating reports claiming Musk had frequently used substances such as ketamine, ecstasy, and psychedelic mushrooms during the 2024 presidential campaign period. When questioned, Trump offered a cautious response, stating, “I really don’t know. I don’t think so

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

A delegation of BJP leaders in Karnataka met Legislative Assembly Speaker U.T. Khader at his office in Vidhana Soudha, Bengaluru on Monday, formally requesting the revocation of the suspension of 18 BJP MLAs. The legislators were suspended last month for alleged misconduct and disruption of Assembly proceedings. The suspension, which drew widespread attention, was enforced on March 21, when the 18 MLAs were penalized with six months suspension from the Karnataka Legislative Assembly

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, is at the center of a major political storm as it is set to be introduced in the Lok Sabha today amid mounting opposition from the INDIA bloc. The bill, intended to amend the Waqf Act of 1995, is being promoted by the government as a long-overdue reform aimed at improving the administration and efficiency of waqf property management. However, critics argue that several of its provisions threaten the very autonomy of Muslim religious endowments, making it a dee

Google is set to collaborate with Taiwan's MediaTek to develop the next generation of its Tensor Processing Units (TPUs), which are expected to launch next year. This strategic move signifies a shift in Google’s approach to AI chip development, although the tech giant will continue working with its current chip partner, Broadcom. According to a report by The Information, Google’s partnership with MediaTek is largely driven by cost efficiency and MediaTek’s stron

The Telangana Legislative Assembly witnessed a heated session during its budget discussions, with Chief Minister Revanth Reddy delivering a strong response to criticisms from the opposition, particularly the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS). Speaking during the motion of thanks to the Governor's address, Revanth Reddy launched a scathing attack on the previous BRS government while also addressing concerns about his frequent visits to Delhi. During his speech, Revanth Reddy openly challenged B

The Income Tax Department has issued a crucial reminder for taxpayers regarding the final instalment of advance tax for the financial year 2024-25. As per the official directive, taxpayers must clear their advance tax dues by March 15, 2025, to ensure compliance with Indian tax laws. Timely payment of advance tax not only prevents interest penalties but also contributes to the government's efforts towards economic growth, supporting the ‘Viksit Bharat Movement’ aimed at making

In a significant political development, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured a decisive victory in the Haryana mayoral elections, winning 9 out of 10 mayoral positions in key regions such as Gurugram and Rohtak. The only exception was Manesar, where Dr Inderjit Yadav, an independent candidate and former BJP rebel, claimed victory. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini hailed the party's massive win, calling it a validation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision for a &lsquo

The Indian National Congress is facing mounting internal tension and political challenges as it prepares for the Bihar Assembly elections scheduled for later this year. Following poor performances in the Delhi, Maharashtra, and Haryana elections, Congress finds itself in a crucial battle for both political survival and revival in Bihar. For years, the Congress party has largely depended on its alliance partner, the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), while playing a secondary role in Bihar politics.

In a dramatic turn of events, the Andhra Pradesh MLC election witnessed what is now being described as one of the costliest nomination filings in the state's political history. This extraordinary development unfolded during the nomination process of BJP candidate Somu Veerraju, which involved multiple complications, last-minute approvals, and two special flights to ensure the documentation was completed before the deadline.   The Nomination Crisis

Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly Speaker Ayyanna Patrudu has ruled against granting YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief Jagan Mohan Reddy the status of Leader of the Opposition. The decision follows YSRCP’s significant electoral defeat, which reduced its representation in the 175-member Assembly to just 11 MLAs. According to legislative norms, a party must hold at least 10 percent of the total seats, equivalent to 18 MLAs, to be eligible for the Opposition Leader position. As YSRCP fail

Nine months after the formation of the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, the state is showing a strong economic turnaround. The latest fiscal survey presented in the Assembly highlights that Andhra Pradesh has recorded a 12.94% growth in fiscal management, a clear indication of recovery from the previous administration’s economic downturn. The progress is primarily driven by agriculture, industrial development, and energy production, reflecting the effectiveness of new policies focused

Apple CEO Tim Cook has sparked excitement among tech enthusiasts with a cryptic teaser hinting at the launch of a new MacBook Air. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), Cook shared a short video with the phrase, “There’s something in the air,” along with the caption, “this week.” The phrase echoes Apple’s tagline from the launch of the first MacBook Air in 2008, strongly indicating that a refreshed MacBook Air is on the horizon.  

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLAs were stopped from entering the Delhi Assembly on Thursday after being suspended earlier this week for creating a ruckus in the House. The barricades placed at the entrance road to the Assembly complex prevented them from accessing the premises, further escalating the political standoff between the AAP and BJP in Delhi.Atishi, the Leader of the Opposition in the Delhi Assembly, condemned the move and accused the BJP-led Delhi government of dictatorial tactics. She to

YS Sharmila has become one of the most vocal critics of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, repeatedly challenging his governance and questioning his reluctance to actively participate in Assembly proceedings. Recently, she took another dig at Jagan after he attended the Andhra Pradesh Assembly for just 11 minutes, seemingly just to mark his attendance and avoid potential disqualification.Sharmila has been relentless in exposing what she sees as the hypocrisy of Jagan’s