Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has been selected for the prestigious Business Reformer of the Year award by The Economic Times, earning nationwide recognition for his push to transform the state into a major investment destination. The award highlights the renewed momentum in business policy, infrastructure development and industrial expansion under his leadership. With a strong focus on investor confidence and governance reforms, Naidu has positioned Andhra Pradesh as a key

The debate surrounding censorship on OTT platforms in India has intensified in recent years, with discussions rising over the language, visuals, and narrative formats used in digital entertainment. As the popularity of online streaming surged, so did public and political scrutiny, raising questions about whether OTT content would come under the same certification framework as theatrical releases. For a period, there were reports hinting at the possibility of the Central Board of Film Certific

Gil Gerard, the actor who rose to international fame as the title character in Buck Rogers in the 25th Century, has died at the age of 82. His death was confirmed on Tuesday by his wife, Janet Gerard, who shared the news through a personal message accompanied by photographs reflecting their life together. According to her statement, the actor died following a brief but aggressive battle with a rare form of cancer, a diagnosis that progressed rapidly over the course of only a few days.

WASHINGTON — A symbolic farewell is being planned in the nation’s capital this weekend as residents gather to mark the end of US penny production, following the federal government’s decision to stop minting the one-cent coin. The event, scheduled for Saturday at the Lincoln Memorial, reflects a mix of civic ritual, historical reflection, and public response to a monetary change that closes a chapter stretching back more than two centuries. Organizers describe the gathering as

The Union government has asked Congress leader Sonia Gandhi to return a large collection of letters and papers belonging to India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, asserting that the documents are part of the nation’s documentary heritage and cannot be treated as private family property. The clarification was issued by the Ministry of Culture amid a political row over claims that Nehru-related papers were missing from the Prime Ministers Museum and Library in New Delhi. A

Tucker Genal, a social media content creator known for his comedy skits, challenges, and collaborative videos on TikTok, has died at the age of 31, according to authorities in Los Angeles County. The County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner stated that Genal died by suicide at his residence on Thursday, December 11, 2025. No further details were disclosed by officials. Genal’s death was confirmed publicly by his brothers, Carson and Connor, through a joint message shared o

WASHINGTON — The Trump administration has told a federal court that construction of a new White House ballroom must proceed, arguing that national security concerns and presidential authority outweigh objections raised by a historic preservation organization seeking to halt the project. The position was outlined in a detailed court filing submitted Monday in response to a lawsuit challenging the demolition of the East Wing and the planned expansion of the Executive Mansion. The la

The United States has paused a multi-billion-pound investment programme in British technology, dealing a significant setback to relations between Washington and London amid ongoing trade disagreements. The decision places the £31bn tech prosperity deal on hold, halting a package that had been presented by the UK government as a cornerstone of its economic and diplomatic strategy with the US. The agreement, unveiled during Donald Trump’s state visit to the UK, was described by Pri

Bay Area cities moved quickly to strengthen security measures after reports of a deadly shooting during a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, where two gunmen opened fire and killed 15 people. The incident sent shockwaves through Jewish communities worldwide and prompted heightened vigilance in cities across the United States as the Festival of Lights began. The tragedy weighed heavily on members of the Bay Area Jewish community as families and congregations gathered to mark

US President Donald Trump issued a controversial response on Monday following reports of the deaths of veteran filmmaker and actor Rob Reiner and his wife, Michele Reiner, as authorities in California continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. The comments, posted on Trump’s social media platform Truth Social, quickly drew attention for their political tone and for linking the tragedy to long-standing ideological disputes. In his statement, Trump referred

Few figures in Hollywood history have reached the age of 100 with their reputation not only intact but warmly cherished. Dick Van Dyke reaches that milestone today, standing as a rare constant in an industry defined by reinvention and impermanence. Once known for tripping over an ottoman on television and dancing with animated penguins on film, he has outlived many of his contemporaries and even the criticisms that once followed his most famous performances. Van Dyke’s career span

Visakhapatnam has taken a significant leap toward becoming a major IT hub with Cognizant officially beginning operations at its new 1,000-seat facility in the Mahati Fintech building at Rushikonda IT Park Hill 2. Industry experts say this marks the beginning of a new growth phase for the city’s technology ecosystem. The development comes months after discussions held in Davos, where Minister Nara Lokesh met Cognizant’s leadership on January 23. The company approved its Visakhapa

As the holiday season approaches, the question of whether the tri-state region will see a white Christmas is once again gaining attention. For many residents, the image of fresh snow on Christmas morning remains a nostalgic hallmark of winter. However, meteorological records and upcoming forecasts suggest that the chances of reaching the traditional definition of a white Christmas—at least one inch of snowfall on December 25—remain uncertain and historically uncommon for much of the area.

JioHotstar created a landmark moment in the South Indian entertainment industry by announcing a massive investment of ₹4,000 crore to strengthen regional content, talent development and digital storytelling over the next five years. The announcement was made on December 9, 2025 at the JioHotstar South Unbound grand event held in Chennai. Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, Kamal Haasan, Mohanlal, Nagarjuna, Vijay Sethupathi and several South film industry giants attended th

The United States government has revoked approximately 85,000 visas since President Donald Trump returned to office in January, according to a statement shared by the State Department on X. The announcement described the cancellations as part of a sharpened national security agenda endorsed by both the president and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The message emphasized that the administration intends to continue its intensified oversight of foreign nationals as part of its broader commitment

Microsoft has announced a massive 17.5 billion dollar investment to help transform India into an AI-first nation, marking its largest investment in Asia so far. The commitment was confirmed after a meeting between CEO Satya Nadella and Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi, making it a milestone moment in India’s artificial intelligence growth path. Nadella expressed that the goal is to support India’s future by developing infrastructure, skills and sovereign technology capabilities f

Amazon has revealed one of its biggest commitments to India yet, announcing that it aims to help create 3.8 million job opportunities in the country by 2030. This comes at a time when the tech giant has laid off around 14,000 employees globally, highlighting a contrasting strategy between global restructuring and India-focused expansion. The announcement was made during the Smbhav Summit in New Delhi, where Amazon outlined its long-term roadmap for the Indian market. The company says it will

AUSTIN, Texas – Authorities are investigating a large overnight fire that erupted at an affordable housing development under construction in Southeast Austin, causing widespread damage and prompting concern among nearby residents. The Austin Fire Department reported that the intensity of the flames forced crews to take a defensive approach, battling the blaze from the outside due to rapidly growing heat and structural instability. The incident occurred at a building site along Sou