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

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared emergency martial law on Tuesday, accusing opposition lawmakers of undermining the state and threatening the stability of the nation’s governance. This move comes amid a fierce parliamentary conflict over the budget bill for the next fiscal year. The opposition Democratic Party has slashed key portions of the budget, including funds for national security, law enforcement, and Yoon's office, in a dispute that has paralyzed the legislative

Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved the country's 2025 budget, allocating $126 billion (13.5 trillion rubles) to national defence, which accounts for 32.5% of the total government spending. This marks a significant increase from last year’s budget, highlighting the ongoing strain the war in Ukraine has placed on Russia’s finances. The budget sets a new record, with military spending expected to account for over 6% of Russia's GDP. In contrast, expenditu

As of October 2024, the Union government's fiscal deficit for the financial year 2024-25 stands at 46.5% of the total budgetary target, amounting to Rs 7.5 lakh crore. This is in line with the government's fiscal consolidation strategy, which aims to bring down the fiscal deficit to 4.9% of GDP for the year, an improvement from the previous fiscal year's target of 5.6%. The fiscal deficit gap, which represents the difference between government expenditure and revenue, is

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

In a bold move, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has announced that the state government will not accept a ₹100 crore donation from industrialist Gautam Adani to the Young India Skill University. This decision comes in light of the ongoing controversies surrounding Adani, including allegations of corruption and a case filed against him in the United States. The industrialist is also accused of bribing state Chief Ministers, including Andhra Pradesh’s former CM Jagan Mohan Reddy.

Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has escalated his verbal attacks on opposition leader KCR by throwing an open challenge for him to attend assembly sessions. While Revanth has achieved his goal of becoming the CM and leader of the house, he is eager to see KCR in the opposition seat, which has not happened yet due to KCR's absence from assembly sessions. In a bold statement, Revanth called out KCR to come out of hiding in his farmhouse and confront him in the assembly. He emphasized that

The political landscape in Telangana has taken a dramatic turn with KTR, the BRS working president, possibly facing arrest. Reports surfaced that the Telangana police were investigating KTR in connection to the Kodangal farmer protests, which have recently escalated. This has led to widespread political drama, with KTR himself acknowledging the looming possibility of arrest. In response, he has openly challenged CM Revanth Reddy to arrest him if he can. The drama unfolded late last

It is no secret that Revanth Reddy and KTR have been arch rivals in Telangana for over a decade now. They are constantly in a warring situation and for the most part, KTR had the upperhand while KCR was the CM of Telangana for nearly a decade. But now that Revanth is the CM, things are bound to change drastically. In this connection, Revanth Reddy has hinted at possible action against KTR in the Formula E scam which is being actively pursued by the Telangana government. A related memor

In the 2024 Andhra Pradesh state budget, the NDA-led government has allocated Rs 3445 crore for the development of Amaravati, the state's proposed capital. This marks a significant boost for the capital region, signaling a renewed commitment to its growth and infrastructure development. The Rs 3445 crore allocation includes: Rs 3000 crore for the development of basic social infrastructure in Amaravati, focusing on essential services and urban d

Police in Telangana's Vikarabad district have taken swift action by arresting 55 individuals in connection with the recent attack on district officials during a public hearing for the proposed 'Pharma Village'. The attack, which took place in Lagacharla village of Dudyala mandal, left District Collector Prateek Jain, Additional Collector G. Lingya Naik, and Kodangal Area Development Authority (KADA) Chairman Venkat Reddy injured. The incident, which occurred in Kodangal con

The Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister, Payyavula Keshav, presented a Budget of Rs 2,94,427 crore for the financial year 2024-25, marking a 5.40% increase from the previous year. The budget allocation includes Rs 2,35,916 crore for revenue expenditure and Rs 32,712 crore for capital expenditure. The estimated revenue deficit is around Rs 34,743 crore, with a fiscal deficit of approximately Rs 68,742 crore, accounting for 4.19% and 2.12% of the Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) respectively.

If the reports appearing in a section of media are to be believed, Bharat Rashtra Samithi and former Telangana chief minister K Chandrasekhar Rao can breathe it easy in the sensational illegal telephone tapping case involving former special intelligence branch chief T Prabhakar Rao. According to these reports, Prabhakar Rao, the prime accused and former Officer on Special Duty of the Special Intelligence Branch (SIB), has reportedly been granted a green card in the United States. The reports

Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended his warm wishes to Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on his birthday, praying for his long and healthy life. The Prime Minister took to social media to convey his regards, stating, "Best wishes to Telangana CM Revanth Reddy Ji on his birthday. I pray for his long and healthy life." CM Reddy, in response, expressed gratitude for the kind wishes from PM Modi and thanked him for the gesture. Telugu actor Chiranjeevi also joined in to

On November 11th, Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu's NDA government will present its first budget in Andhra Pradesh. Amid political tensions, the session will address the state’s financial allocations after a vote-on-account. Will the YSR Congress participate? Detailed Description Five months after securing a decisive mandate, the NDA government in Andhra Pradesh, led by Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, is poised to introduce its first full budget on November

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy has made bold predictions regarding the political future of former CM K. Chandrasekhar Rao (KCR), suggesting that the BRS president is on the brink of losing his relevance in the coming year. This statement signals a potential end to KCR’s political era, according to Reddy. Revanth highlighted internal conflicts within KCR’s family, specifically mentioning the deteriorating relationship between K.T. Rama Rao (KTR) and his brother-in-law, Raj

In a significant development in Telangana, the Hyderabad Police conducted a raid on the Janwada farmhouse owned by Raj Pakala, KTR’s brother-in-law. During the operation, authorities confiscated liquor and compiled a list of several high-profile individuals connected to the case. As part of the ongoing investigation into potential violations of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances (NDPS) Act and the Telangana Gaming Act, the Mokila police have issued a formal summons

Telangana's political landscape is currently marked by volatility, with escalating tensions and a series of significant developments. Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy has indicated that multiple arrests are imminent in the coming days, coinciding with a police raid at the farmhouse owned by KTR's brother-in-law, heightening concerns about potential unrest. In response to the growing political unease, DGP CV Anand announced the enforcement of Section 144 in Hyderabad, effective from