Former India captain Sourav Ganguly has voiced strong opinions about Rishabh Pant’s cricket career and the state of international cricket. Ganguly lauded Pant’s return to the Test side following a serious car accident in December 2022. Pant is expected to make a significant impact in the upcoming Test against Bangladesh starting on September 19. Ganguly considers Pant one of India's finest Test batsmen and believes he could become an all-time great if he continues his impressi

The second day of the one-off Test match between Afghanistan and New Zealand was unfortunately called off due to persistent issues with a wet outfield at the Greater Noida Sports Complex Ground. Despite multiple inspections throughout the day, conditions did not improve, and the decision to cancel play was made around 3:04 pm. The unplayable conditions have left cricket fans and players waiting for updates on the rescheduled fixtures. Groundstaff made several attempts to address the

The recent order by the Telangana High Court has stirred significant public interest regarding the political integrity of MLAs who have defected from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) to the Congress party. The court has directed the Assembly Speaker’s office to make a decision on the status of these MLAs, who include prominent figures such as Hyderabad MLA Danam Nagender, Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari, and Bhadrachalam MLA Tellam Venkat Rao. The petition, filed by BRS MLAs Koushik

HYDRAA, the agency established by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, has recently issued a report highlighting the alarming rate at which Hyderabad’s lakes are disappearing due to illegal land occupation. According to the agency, the initial stage of this encroachment involves builders filling lakes with construction waste and debris. Over time, this debris accumulates, blocking the natural water flow and preventing proper drainage during heavy rains, which ultimately leads to floo

The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has announced the appointment of MLC Mahesh Kumar Goud as the new Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) chief. Mahesh Kumar Goud, who began his political career with the Congress party, has successfully secured this significant leadership role despite facing competition from notable figures such as Madhu Yashki Goud, Jeevan Reddy, and Komatireddy Rajagopal Reddy. Born on February 24, 1966, in Rahatnagar, Nizamabad District, Mahesh Kumar

The repercussions of alleged misuse of power by certain YCP leaders are surfacing with the recent arrest of former YCP MP Nandigam Suresh. Last night, Suresh was apprehended by Andhra Pradesh police at his flat in Miyapur, Hyderabad. His arrest is linked to a case from 2021 involving the vandalism of the TDP headquarters in Mangalagiri and an attempted attack on Chandrababu Naidu's residence.

In a recent calamity, a tornado-like phenomenon has wreaked havoc in Telangana’s Medaram-Tadwai forest area, uprooting more than 100,000 trees across 500 acres. The destruction was revealed through drone footage used to assess the scale of the damage. Telangana Minister Seetakka has confirmed that this is the first instance of such extensive devastation in the region, prompting an immediate inquiry into the incident. Minister Seetakka spoke with forest department officials and

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s ambitious project, HYDRA, aimed at tackling illegal encroachments in and around Hyderabad, has captured national attention for its proactive approach to a longstanding issue. HYDRA’s efforts to remove encroachments from sensitive zones have been widely recognized and applauded, especially in light of the recent monsoon-induced inundations that have hi

In response to the devastating floods in Telangana, the Telangana Government Employees Joint Action Committee (JAC) has made a significant contribution to relief efforts. The JAC has announced that all categories of government employees, including ordinary employees, gazetted officers, teachers, workers, pensioners, and contract staff, will donate one day of their basic salary to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund. This collective gesture is expected to contribute around Rs 100 crore to a

As Vijayawada faces severe flooding, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has been at the forefront of rescue and recovery efforts, earning widespread praise for his dedication and effective management. At 74, Naidu's tireless work to oversee and coordinate relief operations, including deploying 150 rescue boats and securing army helicopters, has been recognized across the political spectrum. KTR, Telangana's Minister for Municipal Administration and Urban Development, took to T

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are currently neck-and-neck in the polls, but Harris is outperforming Biden’s numbers from earlier in the race. The presidential contest has shifted significantly since President Joe Biden exited the race in July. While Trump made gains against his original Democratic opponent, he is now trailing Harris in the latest national and state polls leading up to the 2024 election. According to polls released ahead of Labor Day weekend, Vice President Ha

The State Bank of India (SBI) has introduced a newly designed FASTag, specifically aimed at Vehicle Class-4 (VC-04), which includes cars, jeeps, and vans. The purpose behind this innovative design is to simplify vehicle identification at toll plazas and improve the efficiency of toll collection. According to an SBI press release, this initiative is expected to significantly reduce travel time for millions of commuters nationwide. Goal The primary goal of the new design i

AV Ranganath, the Chief of the Hyderabad Road Development Authority (HYDRAA), has been actively engaging with media outlets to clarify the department's operations and its role in addressing illegal structures. A key point of discussion has been the Janwada farmhouse owned by Kalvakuntla Taraka Ramarao (KTR). Ranganath emphasized that the farmhouse does not fall under HYDRAA’s purview, as it is governed by GO 111, which delineates regulations for certain types of structures. He assur

Telangana MLC Kalvakuntla Kavitha, who was detained in Tihar Jail for five and a half months in connection with the Delhi Liquor Scam, has been granted bail and has returned to Telangana. Upon her return, she met with her father and mentor,  K. Chandrashekar Rao (KCR). This development has sparked controversy, particularly with Telangana CM Revanth Reddy alleging that Kavitha's bail may have resulted from a possible deal between the BRS and BJP. Reddy also questioned the discrepancy

Telugu Desam Party (TDP) national president and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has made it clear that his party will entertain defections only if YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) members resign from their current positions before joining TDP. This stance comes amid rumors of potential mass resignations from YSRCP, including some prominent leaders. Naidu’s statement aims to ensure that defections are handled with proper procedural adherence and integrity. One notable

Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, participated in their first joint interview since launching their campaign, which aired on CNN. During the interview, Harris defended her economic policies, including those of the Biden administration, while also pledging to enhance efforts to make life more affordable for middle-class Americans. She also promised to appoint a Republican to her Cabinet if she wins the ele

Kamala Harris Discusses Policy Changes in First Interview as Democratic Presidential Nominee In her first interview since becoming the Democratic Party's presidential nominee, Vice President Kamala Harris was questioned about her policy shifts. The interview, conducted by CNN's Dana Bash, took place alongside her running mate, Tim Walz, and was highly anticipated due to growing pressure for Harris to address the public more openly and clarify how her vision

PM Narendra Modi to Visit Maharashtra on Friday, Address Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai, and Inaugurate Major Projects in Palghar Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Maharashtra on Friday, August 30, to lay the foundation stone for the Vadhvan Port project and several other key developments in Palghar. Additionally, he will deliver a keynote address at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai. As per a stateme

HYDRAA, a new initiative spearheaded by Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, has recently captured significant media attention. The department's mission is to tackle illegal constructions encroaching on lakes, with a firm stance that no individual, regardless of influence, will be spared. Ranganath, the chief of HYDRAA, has made it clear that the department is committed to enforcing these regulations rigorously, demonstrated by the recent demolition of Akkineni Nagarjuna’s N-Conv

In a dramatic development, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy's recent commitment to demolishing illegal constructions has quickly taken a personal turn. Less than 24 hours after Reddy’s bold statement, the Telangana Revenue Department issued demolition notices to properties in the Amar Cooperative Society, Madhapur. Notably, the notices also include properties owned by A Tirupathi Reddy, Revanth’s brother, signaling a significant enforcement action. The demoliti