TDP Government Creates Two New Districts in Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh now has 28 districts under the TDP-led government, compared to 26 during the previous YSRCP regime, following the creation of two new districts — Polavaram and Markapuram. The…
Iran Demands Permanent Ceasefire, Rejects 48-Hour Truce Proposal
Iran has demanded a guaranteed and permanent ceasefire as a precondition to end the ongoing conflict, rejecting short-term or temporary truce proposals, according to a senior Iranian source quoted by…
Ramayana Sets a New Benchmark in Visual Storytelling
Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana, starring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama, has sparked global attention after its teaser stunned international audiences with its scale, visual richness, and cinematic ambition, drawing comparisons to…
Mahavir Jayanti 2026: The Timeless Relevance of Ahimsa in a Conflict-Ridden World
By R N Chandrakala On the occasion of Mahavir Jayanti 2026, I reflect on the timeless teachings of Lord Mahavira, especially his principle of Ahimsa (non-violence). Even after more than…
India to Ban Sale of Internet-Connected Chinese CCTV Cameras from April 1, 2026
New Delhi, March 31, 2026:In a significant move aimed at strengthening national security and cybersecurity infrastructure, the Government of India will restrict several Chinese manufacturers of surveillance equipment from selling…
Why Are Good Roads Being Dug Up While Bad Roads Are ignored in Bangalore?
By R N Chandrakala Despite rising complaints about potholes and unsafe roads in Bangalore, well-maintained roads continue to be dug up. A ground-level observation raises serious questions about BBMP road…
IPL 2026 Overview:
Two Groups: Phase 1 Schedule (March 28 – April 12): Phase 2: April 13 – May 24 (50 matches across 12 venues) 🏆 Final: May 31, 2026
New COVID Variant Detected in U.S., Experts Urge Caution
A new COVID-19 variant identified in the United States is drawing global attention as a sub-lineage of Omicron with a high number of mutations, raising concerns about increased transmissibility and…
NDA, Congress-DMK Finalise Seat-Sharing Ahead of Tamil Nadu & Puducherry Assembly Polls
With just a month to go for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections on April 23, the major political alliances have finalised their seat-sharing arrangements. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) in…
Telangana Farmers to Get Rythu Bharosa Benefits in 45 Days
Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy announced that ₹9,000 crore under the Rythu Bharosa scheme will be credited to farmers’ accounts in three instalments within 45 days, with the first instalment…