The Gaddar Film Awards 2025, presented by the Telangana government, have honored some of the finest talents in Telugu cinema. From Nag Ashwin’s visionary work in Kalki 2898 AD to Allu Arjun’s powerful performance in Pushpa 2: The Rule, this year’s winners celebrate both commercial success and artistic achievement. Announced by Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka, the awards ceremony is set to take place on June 14 at HITEX in Hyderabad.

A new chapter in affordable housing begins this week as Dublin officials break ground on the Regional Street Apartments, a 113-unit housing community designed specifically for seniors. Developed by Eden Housing, the project will provide much-needed affordable housing to older adults in the Tri-Valley area. Located at 7750 St. Patrick Way, the 1.3-acre development site is close to the West Dublin/Pleasanton BART station and accessible via I-580 and I-680. The complex will include 55

Texas Governor Greg Abbott is facing backlash after calling for the death penalty in the case of a fatal jet ski crash on Lake Grapevine, which killed 18-year-old Ava Moore. His remark, shared on social media, read, “Welcome to Texas. Here’s your death penalty,” and quickly gained viral traction, amassing over 35,000 likes and more than 1,300 replies. The suspect in the crash, Daikerlyn Alejandra Gonzalez Gonzalez of Venezuela, has been charged with manslaughter af

Texas is one of the top 10 most affordable states for child care in the U.S., according to a nationwide 2024 study by ChildCare Aware of America. The average annual cost of child care for an infant in Texas is $11,349, nearly 14 percent below the national average of $13,128. This puts Texas in the top 20 percent of states for affordability. For many Texas families, especially married couples with a median income of $116,166, child care consumes about 10 percent of household earnings

Tarrant County’s proposed redistricting plan, spearheaded by County Judge Tim O’Hare, is drawing intense opposition from Arlington Mayor Jim Ross and a coalition of other city leaders. The redrawn district map, set for a vote on June 3, could split Arlington into three separate precincts foa move critics argue is being rushed without sufficient public input or legal clarity. Mayor Ross, who initiated a formal letter of opposition signed by nine other Tarrant County mayor

Austin’s beloved Barton Springs Pool will keep its late-night hours, allowing residents and visitors to continue enjoying evening swims and the famously quirky full moon howling events. A recent proposal to end nightly access at 9 p.m., eliminating the 9 to 10 p.m. free swim hour, has been withdrawn following public concern and a reassessment by city officials. Over the weekend, a sign at Barton Springs indicated that new operating hours would begin June 1, closing the pool ni

More than 59,000 Austin Energy customers were left in the dark on Wednesday night as powerful storms rolled across Central Texas, bringing damaging wind, hail, and intense lightning. According to Austin Energy's website, the outages began after 9:30 p.m. and affected numerous areas in the Austin metro due to broken tree limbs and storm-damaged electrical infrastructure. The energy provider reported no estimated timeline for power restoration, stating on its outage map, “We

Amazon is under legal scrutiny after being accused of selling rice contaminated with harmful levels of heavy metals. A lawsuit filed in Columbus, Ohio, alleges that the tech giant failed to test various rice products for toxic substances like arsenic, cadmium, mercury, and lead, substances that pose significant health risks, especially to children. The lawsuit claims Amazon knowingly sold these products, including the Whole Foods 365 brand, without any warning about the potential dangers, vio

An unforgettable moment unfolded at the Mahanadu 2025 event in Kadapa when legendary Telugu Desam Party (TDP) founder Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) appeared in a lifelike AI-generated video. The stunning technological recreation opened the event, leaving thousands of attendees emotional and captivated. This digital resurrection of NTR, brought to life using advanced AI, depicted him walking onto the Mahanadu stage and delivering a heartfelt 20-minute address.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid a heartfelt tribute to legendary actor, political icon, and former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Nandamuri Taraka Rama Rao (NTR) on his 102nd birth anniversary, calling him a hero of the poor and a true inspiration for generations of Indians. In a message that resonated with emotion and respect, Modi said NTR’s contributions to public life and Telugu pride remain unmatched, and his dreams are being pursued even today through progressive governance.

In a bold political move, Andhra Pradesh Congress president YS Sharmila is set to hit the ground running with a statewide Yatra beginning June 9, well ahead of any such outreach initiative by YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) chief and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy. This development marks a significant shift in the state's political narrative as the Congress seeks to regain lost ground and tap into the growing anti-incumbency wave against the NDA-led state government. Unli

A new political tug-of-war has emerged between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh over the expansion of Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), India’s leading defence and aerospace manufacturer. The controversy was triggered after Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu pitched the idea of setting up a new greenfield HAL facility in Lepakshi, just 70 km from the Karnataka border. This proposal, made during his recent meetings with Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, aims to support

A 175-year-old family farm in Cranbury Township, New Jersey, faces the threat of seizure by eminent domain, sparking a community-wide debate over heritage, affordable housing, and responsible urban planning. For Andy Henry and his family, the farm on South River Road is not just land—it is a deeply personal and historical cornerstone that has stood the test of nearly two centuries. The township’s recent decision to acquire the property for public use has triggered emotional resist

Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is taking a firm stance on improving the cinema-going experience in the state. In a strong statement released to the public, he criticized the Telugu film industry’s associations for not engaging with the state government even a year after its formation. His concerns were voiced during a review meeting with Cinematography Minister Kandula Durgesh and officials, where he addressed several long-standing issues including theatre maintenance

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and Telugu Desam Party (TDP) president N Chandrababu Naidu kickstarted the party’s annual Mahanadu conclave in Kadapa with a powerful speech outlining the party’s legacy, achievements, and futuristic vision for the state and the nation. Speaking on the first day of the three-day event, Naidu highlighted the TDP's pivotal role in influencing national policy and setting benchmarks in welfare, reforms, and development. Addressing a massive

Communities across Central Texas gathered this Memorial Day weekend to honor and remember the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to the United States. Ceremonies in Austin, Pflugerville, and Round Rock served as powerful reminders of the cost of freedom and the enduring legacy of fallen service members. In East Austin, the Thankful Hubbard Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) and the Patrick Henry Chapter of the So

A tragic hit-and-run boating incident at Grapevine Lake, Texas, has claimed the life of 18-year-old Ava Renee Moore, who was kayaking when she was struck by a jet ski on Sunday evening, May 25, 2025. According to officials, first responders from Grapevine Fire Department arrived near Oak Grove Park around 5:20 p.m., where Moore was found unresponsive with severe head trauma. She was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to her injuries shortly after. Investigators report that tw

An estimated 1,500 people lined up on Monday across Fairfax County to pay their respects to Congressman Gerry Connolly, whose passing last week marked the end of a decades-long career in public service. The long lines and heartfelt tributes reflected not only his political influence but also the deep personal connections he built throughout Northern Virginia. Gerry Connolly died at age 75 after battling cancer. He had served the region in various leadership roles, first on the Fai

Tech giant IBM has laid off approximately 8,000 employees, with a significant portion of the job cuts reportedly targeting the company’s Human Resources (HR) department. The sweeping layoffs are believed to be directly tied to IBM’s increased adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in its internal operations. The announcement comes shortly after reports revealed that IBM had already replaced 200 HR roles with AI agents capable of automating tasks such as sorting informa

President Donald Trump commemorated Memorial Day by honoring the service and sacrifice of America’s fallen military personnel during a solemn ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Standing before a crowd gathered at the hallowed site, Trump delivered a passionate and emotional speech, describing the fallen as “great, great warriors” and “America’s best and bravest.” His tribute was marked by reverence, personal stories of heroism, and a brief moment of poli