Miss India 2025, Nandini Gupta, has earned a prestigious spot among the top 24 global finalists for the Miss World 2025 pageant, an event that is creating waves of pride and excitement across the country. Held for the first time in Telangana, India, the international beauty pageant has turned into a celebration of culture, tradition, and youthful talent. The competition has attracted 108 participants from around the world, each representing their nation’s grace and excellence. After a s

The spotlight is on Hyderabad as the city hosts the prestigious Miss World 2025 pageant, drawing global attention with its vibrant celebration of culture, beauty, and purpose. A pivotal moment arrived with the announcement of the top 24 finalists in the Talent Competition, among whom India’s own Nandini Gupta has secured a place. This recognition places her in a strong position as the competition progresses, bringing her closer to a potential Top 10 placement in the continental rounds.

The 72nd Miss World Festival, currently underway in the vibrant state of Telangana, has officially announced the 24 global finalists for its much-anticipated Talent Competition. Selected from a pool of nearly 100 international contestants, these young women are set to captivate the world with their performances on May 23, as part of the ongoing festivities hosted in India. The Miss World Talent Competition has always been one of the most eagerly awaited segments of the pageant, shin

As part of the ongoing 72nd Miss World Festival, 107 international contestants visited the Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Telangana State Secretariat on May 18, marking a spectacular day of cultural celebration and technological brilliance in Hyderabad. The visit began with a tribute at the Telangana Thalli statue, symbolizing the identity, pride, and aspirations of the state. The contestants were warmly welcomed on the Secretariat’s central lawn, where they were treated to an authentic Hy

A prominent luxury car dealer from Hyderabad, Basharat Khan, has been arrested in Gujarat for his alleged involvement in a massive customs duty evasion racket worth nearly Rs 100 crore. According to officials from the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI), Khan manipulated the import process of high-end vehicles by undervaluing them and using fake documentation to bring the cars into India illegally. Khan, who runs the ‘Car Lounge’ showroom in Hyderabad and has been

Hyderabad became the spotlight of global attention as the Miss World 2025 pageant officially began with a grand heritage walk through the city’s historic old quarters. Contestants from various countries arrived in the city to experience the cultural depth and hospitality of India, with the inaugural event kicking off at the iconic Charminar. This initiative marked the beginning of a series of cultural experiences that aim to highlight Hyderabad’s rich heritage and traditions to an

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

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

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

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

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

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

In a shocking environmental violation, a chemical tanker, believed to belong to Sreenivasa Labs, a pharmaceutical company, was caught dumping hazardous waste into the Musi River near Bapu Ghat in Langer Houz, Hyderabad. The tanker, clearly labeled "Hydrochloric Acid," was unloading chemical effluents through a specially designed pipeline directly into the river. The incident took place in the early hours of Tuesday, and local residents quickly intervened by detaining the driver, Ven

Hyderabad Metro Rail (HMRL) has achieved a significant milestone by carrying 63.4 crore passengers in its seven years of operation, as announced by HMRL Managing Director N.V.S. Reddy. On the occasion of the metro's seventh anniversary, Reddy revealed that the state government is making rapid progress towards the development of Metro 2.0. Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has pledged financial support for the expansion, with a 1.6 km stretch of the new route planned to be underground.

Urbanization and severe traffic congestion have already contributed to poor air quality in Hyderabad, but the situation has worsened dramatically this Diwali season. The widespread use of firecrackers has led to a significant spike in air pollution, with particulate matter (PM) levels reaching alarming figures. Emissions from firecrackers have caused PM 2.5 and PM 10 concentrations to soar, elevating the air quality index to hazardous levels. In particular, areas like Kompally and S