The Andhra Pradesh liquor scam probe has taken a significant turn with another high-profile arrest made by the Special Investigation Team (SIT), deepening the political and financial implications of the case. After the recent apprehension of Raj Kasireddy, a known associate of former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the SIT has now arrested Govindappa Balaji, the director of Bharathi Cements. His alleged involvement in the money laundering aspect of the scandal has pushed the case into a mor

In a major move that reflects the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in corporate structures, IBM has begun replacing a portion of its human resources team with AI-powered agents. This decision, confirmed by IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, has led to the automation of tasks previously handled by approximately 200 HR employees. The shift is part of IBM's broader automation push to streamline internal workflows and reduce time spent on routine, manual tasks. Though this chan

Renowned agricultural and aquaculture scientist Dr Subbanna Ayyappan, who had been reported missing since May 7, has been found dead in the River Cauvery near Sai Ashram in Srirangapatna, Karnataka. His body was discovered on May 10, and later confirmed by police and family. The tragic development marks the loss of a towering figure in India’s agricultural and fisheries sectors. Dr Ayyappan, aged 69, lived in Mysuru with his wife and was last seen on the morning of May 7. His

As Artificial Intelligence (AI) continues to reshape the global workforce, a surprising perspective has emerged from Jack Clark, co-founder of the AI research company Anthropic. In a recent episode of the "Conversations with Tyler" podcast, Clark delved into which professions are most likely to resist disruption by AI and his answers may not be what most people expect. Clark, who previously worked with OpenAI and comes from a humanities background, highlighted that many ha

Helicopter services for the Char Dham Yatra in Uttarakhand are running smoothly under Operation Sindoor, ensuring safety and convenience for over 4 lakh pilgrims. These services, operating from the Sahastradhara helipad in Dehradun, provide quick and easy access to the temples of Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri, and Gangotri. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami confirmed that the Yatra is progressing without any issues. He shared that more than 4 lakh devotees have visited the Dham

In a tragic yet heroic turn of events amid intensifying border tensions, Indian Army soldier Murali Nayak, a proud son of Andhra Pradesh, was martyred while defending the nation during an exchange of fire between Indian and Pakistani forces along the Line of Control (LoC) in Jammu and Kashmir. The incident, which reportedly occurred within the past 48 hours, came as India has been on heightened alert following Operation Sindoor and the increasing frequency of cross-border ceasefire

A disturbing new trend circulating among students on social media is raising alarm across school districts and fire departments in the United States. The so-called “Chromebook challenge” involves students inserting everyday objects like pencils, paper clips, or other metal items into the USB ports of school-issued Chromebooks. This reckless act can cause the laptops to short circuit, overheat, emit smoke, and in some cases even catch fire, forcing emergency evacuations and posing

In a scathing attack on Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, YSR Congress Party President and former Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy accused the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) chief of dragging politics in Andhra Pradesh to a new low. Speaking at a high-level meeting with party observers for Parliament constituencies, Jagan Mohan Reddy alleged that the current coalition government, led by Naidu, is steeped in corruption, mismanagement, and betrayal of public trust. Jagan did not mi

In the wake of India's precision military strikes under Operation Sindoor, both Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu have lauded the Indian Armed Forces for their swift and strategic response to terrorism. Telangana CM Revanth Reddy posted a heartfelt message on social media platform X, stating: “The strikes against terror factories in Pakistan and Pakistan Occupied Kashmir make us proud. Let us make this

India’s beloved Chingri Malai Curry, a creamy prawn curry from Bengal, has earned international acclaim after being ranked 6th in the world in TasteAtlas’ newly released list of the Top 10 Shrimp and Prawn Dishes Globally. Known for spotlighting traditional cuisine from around the world, TasteAtlas compiled a list of the 80 highest-rated shrimp and prawn recipes, as voted by global food lovers and India's coastal cuisine has proudly made the cut. Topping the global l

A high-alert security situation unfolded at Mumbai’s Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport early Wednesday morning after an anonymous call threatened to blow up an IndiGo aircraft. The call was reportedly received through the Sahar Airport hotline, prompting an emergency response from airport authorities and national security agencies. This alarming development comes in the wake of India’s military retaliation Operation Sindoor against nine terror camps located across Pak

The Telugu Desam Party’s prestigious annual plenary event, Mahanadu, is back in the headlines, and this year’s edition comes with strong political symbolism. For 2025, the TDP has announced that the grand event will be held in the CK Dinne area of YSR Kadapa district long considered a fortress of the YSR Congress Party. This decision is not just logistical but deeply political, representing what could be a clear power statement by the Telugu Desam Party. Mahan

In a heartwarming gesture that has won the admiration of many across the country, actor and producer Vishnu Manchu has come forward to adopt the family of a victim of the recent Pahalgam terror attack. Somisetty Madhusudhan Rao, a resident of Kummari Street in Kavali town of Andhra Pradesh’s Nellore district, tragically lost his life during the brutal terrorist assault in Baisaran Valley, Jammu and Kashmir. The terror attack, which occurred in the picturesque meadow region often referre

In a landmark moment for Andhra Pradesh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the capital city of Amaravati, describing it as a "Shakti" a force of transformation and aspiration for the people of the state. Speaking at a grand public event attended by lakhs, PM Modi said that Amaravati was more than just a city; it was a dream turning into reality, representing the ambitions of a state ready to lead in the future. The Prime Minister highlighted the ci

Andhra Pradesh stands on the cusp of a major transformation as it witnesses the grand inauguration of Amaravati 2.0, a revival and expansion project that is expected to shape the future of the state for decades to come. In a high-profile event today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi joins Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan to lay the foundation for this visionary venture. The inauguration has garnered national attention, with lakhs of people expected

As the landmark antitrust case against Google moves into its remedies phase, the company’s CEO Sundar Pichai has taken the stand to argue against proposed penalties that could drastically reshape the tech giant. Among the most significant proposals from the US Department of Justice (DoJ) is the possibility of breaking up Google including forcing the company to sell its Chrome browser and share user data and search results with competitors. The case, initially filed by the DoJ in 2020, c

In an eye-opening revelation that underscores the worsening cost-of-living crisis in California, new data shows that individuals earning over $100,000 annually in four Bay Area counties are now classified as "low income." According to a recent report from the California Department of Housing and Community Development, single residents in Marin, San Mateo, San Francisco, and Santa Clara counties fall into this category despite salaries that would be considered high in most parts of the

Michigan Democratic Representative Shri Thanedar has officially filed articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump, marking one of the most serious legislative efforts by a sitting member of Congress to challenge the president’s authority in recent months. The announcement was made Monday, with Thanedar asserting that Trump's disregard for the Constitution, Congress, and the courts amounts to a dangerous erosion of democratic norms. In total, seven articles of impeachment hav

Senior TDP leader and Sarvepalli MLA Somireddy Chandramohan Reddy has made serious allegations against the previous YCP government, claiming that transactions worth ₹1.30 lakh crore took place in liquor shops during their tenure. Speaking to the media, Somireddy pointed out that this staggering volume of cash-based transactions could potentially set a world record for the highest number of cash dealings in the liquor business, especially at a time when the entire country has moved toward di

In anticipation of the heavy summer vacation rush, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) has announced several key measures to better manage the flow of devotees visiting the sacred shrine of Sri Venkateswara Swamy. Effective from May 01, 2025, the TTD will restrict VIP Break Darshan privileges, allowing only protocol VIPs (self) to access the special darshan slots during the busy summer season. This decision is intended to prioritize the darshan experience for common devotees who travel in la