The political landscape of Telangana witnessed a notable shift with Congress securing the Jubilee Hills constituency, a seat previously held by the BRS. This victory is being seen as a symbolic boost for the ruling party, especially as it came after a highly publicized and intense campaign. Chief minister Revanth Reddy addressed the media following the win, expressing that the people’s mandate reflects strong support for the Congress government. He stated that the victory reinforces the adm

The growing influence of Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Forests and Environment Pawan Kalyan is increasingly visible across rural regions, especially in the fight against red sandalwood smuggling. His consistent efforts and strict measures appear to be reshaping public awareness, motivating villagers to participate actively in preventing illegal activities. A recent incident in Chittoor district stands out as a clear example of how this shift in mindset is taking root.

Congress candidate Naveen Yadav has delivered a convincing victory in the Jubilee Hills bypoll, securing 98,988 votes after the final round of counting. He defeated BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha Gopinath, who stood at 74,259 votes, resulting in a solid 24,729-vote margin. This win strengthens the Congress position in one of Hyderabad’s most influential constituencies, known for its diverse urban voter base and political significance. The outcome indicates strong approval of the ruling party

The Bihar election results have delivered a major blow to the Congress, particularly to Rahul Gandhi, whose Voter Adhikar Yatra covered 1,300 km across 25 districts earlier this year. Designed to amplify his allegation of “vote theft” by the BJP and the Election Commission, the yatra was positioned as a mass-awareness campaign similar to his earlier Bharat Jodo initiatives. However, despite passing through 110 assembly constituencies, not a single seat along the yatra route is currently s

The 2025 Bihar election delivered a decisive mandate for the BJP-JDU alliance, with the ruling bloc racing ahead of the Mahagathbandhan by over 160 seats. At the core of this unprecedented sweep lies a powerful consolidation of Extremely Backward Classes, Other Backward Classes, Scheduled Castes, and Scheduled Tribes. Exit polls had indicated growing support for the NDA among these communities, and the final results affirmed that trend with remarkable clarity. Notably, the Kurmi and Koeri com

Union Minister Giriraj Singh reacted strongly to the early trends of the 2025 Bihar Assembly election, declaring that the emerging mandate clearly belongs to the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance. With the NDA gaining a comfortable lead during the initial hours of counting, he insisted that the people of Bihar had rejected what he termed as jungle raj and corruption, choosing instead a government that prioritises stability and development. Singh, who represents Begusarai in the Lok Sabha,

The tally in the 2025 Bihar Assembly election is tilting sharply in favour of the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) as early counting shows the coalition leading in 162 seats, confirming the prediction of Amit Shah. At around 10.15 am, the NDA was ahead in 162 out of 243 seats while the opposition led by the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) and the Indian National Congress stood at 77 seats. Shah had earlier declared confidently that the NDA would cross th

The nation’s longest government shutdown ended Wednesday night after the House approved a short-term spending bill that restores federal operations and provides temporary funding for key agencies. The shutdown, which lasted 43 days, concluded with the passage of a measure funding military construction, veterans’ affairs, the Department of Agriculture and the legislative branch through September 30, 2026, while extending funding for the rest of the government through January 3. The Senate

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson delivered his annual State of the City address on Thursday, choosing the newly launched Texas Stock Exchange as the backdrop for a speech that centered on growth, public safety, and the evolving landscape of downtown. The mayor used the moment to emphasize both the accomplishments of the past year and the challenges that lie ahead, particularly as major employers and professional sports teams reassess their future ties to the city. During his 20-minute remarks, John

Chick-fil-A is preparing to introduce a new twist to its breakfast and lunch lineup, and only two cities in the United States will have early access. Beginning December 1, select restaurants in San Antonio, Texas, and Baltimore, Maryland, will serve as test markets for the company’s new chicken and waffles sandwich, a menu item that blends sweet and savory flavors and is expected to draw strong interest from customers familiar with the chain’s ongoing menu experiments. The limited-time t

A long-running regional rivalry gained new life this week as a statewide survey revealed that many New Jersey motorists believe New York drivers are the worst on the road. The findings come from the latest Rutgers-Eagleton poll, which examined how Garden State residents perceive the driving habits of motorists from neighboring states. According to the results, a significant share of New Jersey drivers remain convinced that the behavior of their counterparts across the Hudson River poses the g

In the run-up to the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, the Congress has begun seeking a greater share of seats from its ally, the DMK, while simultaneously warming up to actor Vijay’s Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK). According to sources, senior Congress leaders in Tamil Nadu have been trying to convince the party high command in Delhi to explore an understanding with Vijay, leveraging his growing popularity not only in Tamil Nadu but also in Kerala and Puducherry. The DMK, which

Former tennis star Sania Mirza revealed the emotional challenges she faced following her divorce from former Pakistan cricket captain Shoaib Malik. In a heartfelt conversation on her new YouTube talk show Serving It Up With Sania, the 38-year-old shared that she experienced a panic attack during one of the lowest moments of her life. She credited close friend and Bollywood director Farah Khan for being her pillar of support during this critical time. Sania recalled that without Farah

The United States House of Representatives has approved a spending bill intended to end the ongoing federal government shutdown, marking a decisive step toward restoring full government operations after weeks of disruption. The measure passed with a 222–209 vote following a contentious debate in Washington, where party leaders exchanged blame over the prolonged impasse. Six Democrats joined Republicans in supporting the legislation, giving the Republican-led chamber the margin it needed to

​Anthropic announced plans on Wednesday to invest $50 billion in a large-scale U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure initiative, beginning with new data center projects in Texas and New York. The company said the facilities will serve as core components of its long-term strategy to accelerate research and support enterprise clients across industries that depend on high-performance AI systems. The data centers will be developed in collaboration with Fluidstack, an AI cloud platfo

Health officials across North America are raising concerns over a growing surge in measles cases, urging travelers to remain cautious and ensure they are vaccinated. The warning follows multiple confirmed exposures at major U.S. airports, increasing fears of renewed transmission of the highly contagious disease that had been largely controlled for decades through widespread immunization. The latest alert comes after an individual infected with measles was present at Philadelphia Int

In the run-up to the Bihar Assembly election results, 11 exit polls have given the NDA a clear majority, while Axis My India stands apart by predicting a much closer contest. According to its survey, the NDA may win between 121 and 140 seats, the Mahagathbandhan 98 to 118, and Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party between zero and two. With the majority mark set at 122, this projection puts the NDA on the edge of a tight race. Which aggregates multiple surveys, suggests the NDA will

Students in the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District now have a new way to stay active and healthy thanks to the installation of an outdoor fitness court in Monmouth County. The project, which blends physical fitness with community engagement, officially opened this week, giving students and local residents access to a modern open-air gym designed to promote exercise and wellness. The new fitness court includes seven distinct zones that offer a full-body circuit training experi

EDISON, N.J. — A man has been arrested and a home condemned after authorities discovered more than 100 animals living in deplorable conditions in Edison on Sunday night. The discovery was made after police responded to a medical call at a residence on Stony Road West, where officers found the property filled with animals kept in unsanitary surroundings. According to Edison police, officers were initially dispatched to the home to assist one of two men who appeared to be experienci

A 23-year-old student from Andhra Pradesh, identified as Rajyalakshmi (Raji) Yarlagadda, was found dead in her apartment in the United States earlier this week. The young woman, who had recently completed her master’s degree in computer science at Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi, had been actively searching for job opportunities following her graduation. Her death has sent shockwaves through her family and friends, both in India and abroad. According to details shared by