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Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, recently accused former Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu of selling assets that were created during his tenure. In an interaction with his cadres, Jagan claimed that his government had built several medical colleges and constructed four new ports, including the nearly completed Ramayyapatnam port. He further alleged that Chandrababu was now attempting to sell these assets, including privatizing the medical colleges. Jagan's words in

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has unveiled a new initiative aimed at promoting cleanliness and sanitation across the state. Announced during the inaugural session of the collectors' conference in Amaravati, Naidu declared that every second Saturday of the month will be observed as a special day for the ‘Swachh Andhra Pradesh’ program. This initiative will include various cleanliness drives and sanitation-related activities across the state. Naidu em

On Thursday, the Indian Rupee weakened to a record low of 84.88 against the US Dollar, following a series of declines this week. The rupee had opened flat at 84.85 for the second consecutive day, and this followed a similar trend on Wednesday when it closed at 84.84 after opening at 84.85. Earlier in the week, the rupee had weakened by 12 paise on Tuesday to close at 84.85, marking a new low. The domestic currency dipped to 84.73 on Monday, continuing its downward trajectory. Expert

Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan recently criticized former CM YS Jagan for allegedly running the state’s temples like a business operation, shortly after the discovery of adulterated ingredients in the famous Tirumala Laddu. However, with the new TTD (Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams) board now in place, led by the experienced BR Naidu, significant changes are being made to improve the operations and environment at the Tirumala temple. Under the new leadership, the TTD has focused on res

A heartbreaking incident has come to light involving Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who recently took his own life after allegedly being extorted by his estranged wife and her family. His family has filed a police complaint accusing his wife, her family members, and a judge of abetment of suicide. Atul, in a recorded 80-minute video and a 24-page suicide note, accused his wife, Nikita Singhania, and her family of extorting crores of rupees from him, beyond his financial capacity. He

Senior advocate Mahesh Jethmalani has demanded a police case against Congress leader Sonia Gandhi over her association with the Forum of Democratic Leaders - Asia Pacific (FDL-AP), which allegedly supports the secession of Jammu and Kashmir from India. Jethmalani argues that by co-presiding over the forum, which is funded by George Soros’ foundation, Sonia Gandhi is linked to a platform that advocates for Kashmir's independence, a stance he deems criminal under the Unlawful Activiti

Delhi has recorded its coldest morning of the season today, with the temperature dropping to 4.9 degrees Celsius, significantly lower than the season's average by five notches, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The relative humidity was recorded at 64% at 8.30 am, and the temperature is expected to rise to around 23 degrees Celsius by afternoon. As temperatures remain in single digits, homeless individuals in the national capital have sought refuge in night

In a significant development, at least 75 Indian nationals have been evacuated from war-torn Syria, where rebel forces have overthrown President Bashar al-Assad’s government. The evacuees, including 44 pilgrims from Jammu and Kashmir stranded at Saida Zainab, have safely crossed into Lebanon and will return to India by commercial flights, according to the Ministry of External Affairs. The evacuation follows multiple requests from Indian nationals and an assessment of the evolv

US President-elect Donald Trump has selected Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former Fox News host and political fundraiser, as the next ambassador to Greece. Guilfoyle, who has been engaged to Donald Trump Jr. since December 2020, has been described as a "close friend and ally" of Trump but her relationship with his son was not mentioned in the official announcement. Trump praised her for her leadership and experience in law, media, and politics, stating she was well-suited to strengthen rela

Kim Yong-hyun, the former South Korean Defence Minister, was arrested on Tuesday after attempting suicide just before his formal detention. The former minister is under investigation for his role in the failed martial law declaration by President Yoon Suk Yeol on December 3. He attempted suicide at the Seoul Dongbu Detention Center using his clothing, but his life is not in danger. Mr. Kim is facing charges, including insurrection and abuse of authority for obstructing rights during

Bird Flu Mutation and Global Spread: Health experts are raising concerns about the growing threat of bird flu, particularly due to the H5N1 strain, which has shown signs of mutation. Initially identified in China in 1996, the virus has been spreading more rapidly in recent years, reaching new regions such as Antarctica. Since October 2021, over 300 million poultry birds have been killed or culled to pre

Amaravati, the new capital of Andhra Pradesh, is rapidly progressing toward becoming a major metropolis. While current developments include state government buildings and prominent educational institutions like VIT and SRM, the city is gaining significant attention from top companies across various sectors. Following the recent elections, Nara Chandrababu Naidu, the Chief Minister and key figure behind Amaravati's vision, has resumed leadership with a renewed focus on shaping th

The NDA-led government of Andhra Pradesh is making significant strides in inviting global investments to the state. A major milestone was reached today with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the government of Andhra Pradesh and Google, marking the beginning of a strong partnership. The MoU focuses on establishing an AI Data Center in Vizag, which will be operated by Google Cloud. This confirms Google's entry into Andhra Pradesh as part of its tech expans

Coffee prices have reached record highs, driven by a significant reduction in Brazil’s coffee crop. As the world’s largest coffee producer, Brazil's struggles with adverse weather conditions have created a global supply shortage, pushing Arabica coffee futures up by 73% over the past year and 31% in the last month. Additionally, Robusta prices have also surged due to similar global supply constraints, with prices for Q2 rising 82% year-on-year. This price surge is im

President-elect Donald Trump has reiterated his plan to end birthright citizenship, a policy that grants U.S. citizenship to children born within the country, regardless of their parents' citizenship. This right, enshrined in the 14th Amendment for more than 150 years, could soon be under scrutiny after Trump takes office on January 20th. Trump has called the practice "ridiculous," stating that the U.S. needs to "get it changed," and that "maybe we&rsquo

Legendary Australian wicketkeeper-batter Adam Gilchrist has praised the team’s captain, Pat Cummins, for leading Australia to a dominant 10-wicket win in the second Test, which leveled the five-match series 1-1 after their heavy loss in Perth. Gilchrist believes Australia was "stung" by criticism following their 295-run defeat in the opening match and noted that Cummins' controlled aggression was key to their return to form. Gilchrist highlighted Cummins' emo

After a disappointing performance in the pink-ball Test against Australia in Adelaide, Virat Kohli is leaving no stone unturned in his preparation for the upcoming third Test at the Gabba. The Indian batter has been intensively practicing in the nets, focusing on improving his backfoot defense to counter the excessive bounce expected from the Gabba pitch. Former India spinner Harbhajan Singh, who has played alongside Kohli for many years, explained that Kohli is working on playing the shorter

During Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's ongoing visit to Russia, talks are progressing on a major defence agreement worth $4 billion that could significantly enhance India’s air defence infrastructure. The deal revolves around the acquisition of the Voronezh radar system, manufactured by Russia's Almaz-Antey Corporation, which specializes in anti-aircraft missile systems and radars. The Voronezh radar, with a range of over 8,000 km, is designed to detect threats such as ballisti

Israeli warplanes carried out airstrikes on military targets in Syria after Israeli troops seized a buffer zone, previously established after the 1973 Middle East war. The military said it would deploy forces in additional locations essential for Israel’s defense, though it denied advancing toward Damascus. On the same day, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in his long-running corruption trial, denying charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust. Netanyahu called the charge

Robots are increasingly becoming a part of everyday life, and in a groundbreaking development, China has introduced an advanced AI-powered spherical police robot known as RT-G. Developed by Logon Technology, the RT-G is designed to go beyond traditional surveillance and actively pursue and apprehend suspects. Unlike many Western models focused on monitoring, this robot can chase criminals, shoot nets, and even withstand falls from heights. The RT-G robot is equipped with advanced se