The national capital is on high alert following escalations between India and Pakistan, as cross-border hostilities intensify under the shadow of Operation Sindoor. Late Thursday evening, the Delhi government issued a blanket order cancelling all leave for its employees, signaling a state of heightened preparedness in the city. Amid news of failed missile and drone attacks by Pakistan on Indian military installations in Jammu, Pathankot, and other northern cities, Delhi's security apparatus

Superstar Mahesh Babu, a prominent name in the Telugu film industry, has found himself at the center of a serious legal development. The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has issued notices to the actor in connection with an ongoing money laundering probe tied to controversial Hyderabad-based real estate firms, Sai Surya Developers and Surana Group. According to reports published in a leading national English daily, Mahesh Babu was associated with these real estate groups as a brand endorser. The

In what can be described as a politically significant moment, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has made a strong public statement acknowledging the contribution of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu in transforming Hyderabad into one of India’s foremost IT hubs. This statement comes at a time when debates around the origins of Hyderabad’s IT success are being widely discussed and sometimes contested across political and social circles. Speaking at a public ev

Efforts to halt the long-discussed Houston-to-Dallas high-speed rail project have returned to the Texas state legislature, reigniting a decade-long battle over one of the most ambitious transportation proposals in the state’s history. The Texas Central Railway project, which aims to connect Houston and Dallas in under 90 minutes using Japan’s Shinkansen bullet train technology, is once again under scrutiny in Austin, where lawmakers are advancing bills aimed at limiting or complet

In a significant judgment, the Telangana High Court on Tuesday upheld the death penalty awarded to five top operatives of the banned terror outfit Indian Mujahideen, who were convicted in connection with the 2013 twin bomb blasts in Hyderabad’s Dilsukhnagar that left 18 people dead and 131 injured. The blasts were among the deadliest terror attacks in the city’s recent history. A division bench of the High Court dismissed the appeals filed by the convicts, thereby affirming the ve

The political rivalry in Telangana continues to intensify as K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy lock horns over major public expenditure decisions and allegations of financial mismanagement. The latest controversy revolves around the Formula E scam case and the upcoming Miss World competition, both of which have sparked heated debate.   The Formula E Controversy and ED Investigation The controversy started when the Enforceme

India has moved closer to next-generation high-speed transportation with the unveiling of its first hyperloop test track. The project, spearheaded by IIT Madras and funded by the Ministry of Railways, has resulted in the construction of a 422-meter-long hyperloop test facility. The development marks a major leap in India’s transportation sector, with hyperloop technology promising to cut travel times between major cities to mere minutes.With the successful completion of the first test t

NJ Transit, the backbone of New Jersey's public transportation system, carried over a quarter-billion passengers in 2023. While the network plays a vital role in daily commutes, the past year has been marked by service disruptions, including last summer’s major delays, which prompted officials to implement a temporary fare holiday to compensate frustrated riders. Now, under the leadership of new CEO Kris Kolluri, NJ Transit is rolling out strategic improvements to enhance reliabilit

The owners of the Indian Premier League's Sunrisers Hyderabad have made a notable move in the world of cricket by acquiring full control of the Yorkshire franchise in The Hundred competition. According to a report by BBC, the Sun Group paid just over €100 million ($125 million) for a 100 percent stake in the Northern Superchargers, becoming the first investors to take full control of one of the eight franchises in the competition. This acquisition marks the third involvement of IPL-r

The Andhra Pradesh government has established a strong and effective relationship with the central government, which has led to significant financial support for the state. Key leaders, such as Chandra Babu Naidu and Pawan Kalyan, have played a crucial role in ensuring the state receives adequate funding, especially for critical infrastructure projects. This relationship was evident in the recent 2026 b

Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) have commenced the recruitment drive for a significant number of positions, specifically 32,438 vacancies, within the Level-1 category of the 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Pay Matrix. Individuals interested in pursuing these opportunities are encouraged to visit the official RRB website for comprehensive details. The application window remains open until February 22, 2025, while the deadline for fee payment is set for February 24, 2025. A correction window

On Monday, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy inaugurated the Aramghar-Nehru Zoological Park flyover, the second-longest flyover in Hyderabad, which spans four kilometers and has been constructed at a cost of Rs 800 crore. This six-lane bi-directional flyover is expected to significantly alleviate the traffic congestion on the busy Hyderabad-Bangalore national highway, especially in the Aramghar and Nehru Zoological Park areas. The Chief Minister also named the flyover after former Pri

The University of Hyderabad (UoH) has opened applications for the 2025-27 MBA programme. Interested candidates can apply via the official websites acad.uohyd.ac.in and uohyd.ac.in. The deadline for submission is January 15, 2025. Applicants must have a minimum of a three-year first-class Bachelor's degree, with 60% marks or equivalent, and must have appeared for CAT 2024. Shortlisted candidates will undergo a Grou

On Sunday, ace Indian badminton player PV Sindhu married her fiancé, Venkata Datta Sai, in a beautiful traditional ceremony in Udaipur. The couple exchanged vows in the presence of their families and close friends. Sindhu looked stunning in a traditional wedding attire, while the event was also attended by Jodhpur's Culture and Tourism Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, who shared the first wedding picture on social media. Sindhu, who had been engaged to Venkata Datta Sai

BEML Ltd. is working on an ambitious timeline to roll out India’s first indigenous bullet train by December 2026, as revealed by Chairman and Managing Director Shantanu Roy. The company has been tasked with designing and manufacturing the bullet trains for the highly anticipated Mumbai-Ahmedabad route. This project marks a significant milestone in India's railway history, with BEML focusing on building two prototypes. Roy emphasized the importance of intellectual property

In a remarkable use of AI technology for wildlife conservation, a small herd of elephants, including two adults and a calf, was saved from a potential train collision in Odisha's Rourkela district. As the elephants approached the railway tracks, an AI-powered camera system, installed by the forest department, detected their movement and sent an immediate alert to the control room. The quick response from the control room led to the timely stopping of the oncoming train, preventi

The Telangana Government has secured a landmark partnership with Google to establish India’s first Google Safety Engineering Centre (GSEC) in Hyderabad, making the city the second location in the APAC region to host such a facility, after Tokyo. This state-of-the-art cybersecurity hub will focus on cutting-edge research and AI-driven security solutions, aimed at improving online safety and protecting India’s digital infrastructure. Google’s commitment includes fostering skil

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Telangana's Mulugu district early Wednesday morning, with tremors felt in Hyderabad and parts of Andhra Pradesh. The earthquake occurred at 7:27 AM, causing panic among residents. Authorities have reported no immediate casualties or significant damage. Experts have advised residents to remain alert and avoid unsafe structures during aftershocks. “EQ of M: 5.3, On: 04/12/2024 07:27:02 IST, Lat: 18.44 N, Long: 80.24 E, Depth: 40 Km

The New Pamban Bridge, inaugurated by Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is a groundbreaking feat of modern engineering, representing India’s first vertical lift railway sea bridge. This bridge, located in Rameswaram, Tamil Nadu, replaces the century-old Pamban Rail Bridge, which had been in operation since 1914. The old bridge was decommissioned in December 2022 due to corrosion, paving the way for this state-of-the-art structure. Stretching 2 kilometers, the new Pamban Bridg

On Thursday, Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy registered his details for the ongoing social, economic, education, employment, political, and caste survey in Hyderabad. The event was attended by key officials, including Hyderabad Collector Anudeep Durishetty, GHMC Commissioner Ilambarithi, and Chief Minister’s Special Secretary Ajith Reddy. Revanth Reddy inquired about the progress of the survey and the public's response. He emphasized the need for a special drive to ensure