AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi has raised concerns over a recent court order in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, which directed a survey of the Shahi Jama Masjid, a Mughal-era mosque. Owaisi questioned the reasoning behind the survey, pointing out that the petition filed by the Hindu side only sought access to the mosque, not a survey. He argued that the Places of Worship Act prohibits changing the nature of religious places, including mosques, and questioned why a survey was still ordered. Ow

In a rain-affected pink-ball warm-up match in Canberra, Sam Konstas emerged as the standout performer for Australia's Prime Minister's XI, scoring a brilliant century against the Indian side. Despite India's dominance throughout the fixture, Konstas showcased his potential as a promising cricketer, drawing attention to his skills and his confidence in facing top-level bowling. Notably, India’s marquee pacer Jasprit Bumrah was rested from the practice match, meaning Konstas d

Maharashtra's political scene is in anticipation as a decision on the next Chief Minister is set to be taken during a meeting of the BJP legislative party today. Caretaker Chief Minister Eknath Shinde clarified that the final decision on the CM's post would be made by the Prime Minister and Home Minister, noting that he would fully support the decision of the BJP leadership. The announcement comes after speculation arose regarding Shinde's role following the Mahayuti alliance'

Sustaining a career in politics is no easy feat, especially in the complex and competitive world of Telugu state politics. Former Janasena leader and ex-CBI Joint Director, JD Lakshmi Narayana, is one such example of a political figure whose journey highlights the importance of timing and strategic alignment. JD Lakshmi Narayana was initially an integral part of Janasena and received significant respect from party chief Pawan Kalyan, especially ahead of the 2019 elections. He was gi

Pawan Kalyan, Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh, has long been a vocal opponent of the rice smuggling operations at Kakinada Port. His strong opposition to the illegal trade during the tenure of former MLA Dwarampudi Chandrasekhar has now escalated as he takes a firmer stance in his new position of power. On his visit to the Kakinada Port, Pawan Kalyan ordered the immediate seizure of a ship involved in the smuggling operation. Despite concerns from locals, who warned that 10,000 liveliho

Over the last few years, military coups have reemerged in countries like Mali, Niger, Burkina Faso, Sudan, and Guinea, raising alarm among observers and analysts. These coups reflect a broader return of militarism in African politics, a political system where military objectives blur into governance, and military values dominate the state. Despite the Cold War-era decline of military dictatorships, recent events suggest that the political order in West and Central Africa is being reshaped by

Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy CM of Andhra Pradesh, expressed frustration over the continued illegal rice export activities at the Kakinada port. Despite having previously vowed to take action against these operations while in opposition, he found that the illegal trade was still ongoing under the NDA government. During his inspection of the port, Pawan Kalyan discovered that illegal rice shipments were still taking place, prompting him to reprimand Kakinada TDP MLA Vanamadi Venkateswara

In a heart-wrenching incident in Pune, 35-year-old cricketer Imran Patel died from a cardiac arrest while playing a match at the Garware Stadium on Thursday. Imran, an all-rounder known for his fitness, had been experiencing chest and arm pain while batting. He informed the umpires and was permitted to leave the field. However, while returning to the pavilion, he suddenly collapsed. The entire event was caught on the live stream, showing teammates rushing to his aid before he was quickly take

Shahid Afridi, the former Pakistan cricket captain, has voiced his support for the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) in rejecting the hybrid model proposed for the 2024 Champions Trophy, which is set to be held in Pakistan. Afridi criticized the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for mixing politics with sports, pointing out that Pakistan has toured India multiple times despite security concerns, including a white-ball series after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. Afridi emphasized that t

YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, faced an onslaught of trolling after his latest press conference turned into a series of awkward moments. During the scripted event, Jagan’s remarks about the NDA government, where he lamented not being rewarded for his actions on the power contract, were met with online ridicule. This was particularly pointed given the U.S. Department of Justice's involvement in a bribery case linked to his tenure. Further add

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has informed the International Cricket Council (ICC) that it will not accept the Hybrid Model for the upcoming Champions Trophy, a format that would involve some games being played in India and others in Pakistan. The ICC convened a virtual meeting with executive members to address the scheduling dilemma after India refused to send its team across the border. The PCB has been firm in its opposition to the Hybrid Model, arguing that it would give preferential t

Mohammed Shami has limited time to convince selectors to include him in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, with just under a week to prove his fitness. The fast bowler, who has returned to competitive cricket after a lengthy injury layoff, has impressed in his first Ranji Trophy match but now faces evaluation through Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) T20 matches. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is closely monitoring Shami's recovery, with a particular focus on his fitness

The bribery allegations involving business tycoon Gautam Adani and Andhra Pradesh former Chief Minister Jagan Mohan Reddy, amounting to Rs 1750 crores, have led to widespread criticism, especially from Jagan's own sister, YS Sharmila. Sharmila has raised suspicions about her brother's involvement in the scandal, which was highlighted by the U.S. Department of Justice. Sharmila challenged Jagan's responses to the allegations, accusing him of evading questions regarding th

India's fast bowler, Jasprit Bumrah, has reclaimed the top spot in the ICC Test bowling rankings, overtaking South Africa's Kagiso Rabada and Australia's Josh Hazlewood. Bumrah's match-winning performance in the first Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy at Perth, where he took 8 wickets for 72 runs, played a crucial role in India's 295-run victory over Australia. With this performance, Bumrah's ranking points surged to a career-high of 883, putting him back at No. 1.

In the Perth Test, former India captain Sunil Gavaskar observed that a subtle adjustment in Virat Kohli's batting stance played a crucial role in his recovery of vintage form. After a lean period in international cricket, Kohli scored his 30th Test century, silencing critics who questioned his place in the team. Gavaskar noted that Kohli, who had struggled in the first innings, seemed more relaxed in the second, with a slight change in his stance—his legs positioned a bit wider, whi

Pawan Kalyan, the Deputy Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, is currently on a political visit to Delhi, meeting with Union Ministers and discussing the state's interests. During his visit, the Telugu media in Delhi raised questions regarding the ongoing issue of Ram Gopal Varma (RGV) absconding after posting offensive, morphed pictures targeting political figures like Chandrababu Naidu, Pawan Kalyan, and

The Telugu Desam Party (TDP), known for its strong presence among the masses in Andhra Pradesh, has achieved an extraordinary milestone with its ongoing membership drive. In less than a month, TDP has successfully enrolled 50 lakh new members, a feat that showcases the party's deep-rooted influence in the region. With Andhra Pradesh’s population in 2022 at 5.33 crore, this means 10% of the state's population is now registered as TDP members. This massive membership sur

The ongoing feud between YS Sharmila and her brother, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, has escalated with Sharmila demanding a CBI investigation into the controversial Rs 1750 crore bribery scandal involving Jagan and industrialist Gautam Adani. In a public letter, Sharmila accused Jagan of signing a dubious power distribution deal with Adani, which she claims would burden the people of Andhra Pradesh with Rs 1.5 lakh crore over the next five years. She urged CM Chandrababu Naidu to cance

In a thrilling IPL 2025 Auction, Afghanistan's promising spinner Allah Ghazanfar made a big splash as Mumbai Indians secured him for a whopping Rs 4.8 crore. The 18-year-old spinner, known for his brilliant performance in recent ODIs, including a standout spell against Bangladesh, attracted intense bidding from several franchises. Kolkata Knight Riders, who were interested in bringing him back, ultimately lost out to Mumbai Indians, who won the bidding war. Ghazanfar’s ris

The much-anticipated release of Pushpa 2 is set for December 5, and it’s already making waves in both the Tollywood industry and Andhra Pradesh's political circles. Recently, YCP leader Ambati Rambabu weighed in on the film, expressing his belief that no political forces could prevent the film from succeeding at the box office. He specifically alluded to efforts by the NDA government and its supporters trying to hinder the movie's progress, drawing a comparison to the f