The announcement by the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) of a “Big Expose! Coming at 12 pm. Stay Tuned” on X.com sent ripples of anticipation among party cadres and supporters of the opposition Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP). As the clock ticked toward noon, speculation ran rampant, with many believing the reveal could unveil another significant scam involving the YCP. However, when the moment finally arrived, TDP Digital Media posted a follow-up tweet stating that

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced its GDP growth forecast for India to 6.8% for the second quarter of fiscal 2024-25, a decrease of 20 basis points. In its October bulletin titled "State of the Economy," the RBI attributed this revision to a slackening momentum observed in some high-frequency indicators, which were partially impacted by unusual heavy rainfall in August and September. This latest forecast is lower than the previous projection of 7% made by RBI Gov

During a compelling interview at the  World Summit, Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar shed light on the deteriorating diplomatic relations between India and Canada, which have faced significant strain following Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegations regarding India's involvement in the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Jaishankar criticized what he termed "double standards" in diplomatic treatment, noting that while Canadian diplomat

On Day 3 of the opening Test against New Zealand, India showcased a determined fight back, ending the day at 231 for 3, largely thanks to the efforts of Sarfaraz Khan and Virat Kohli, both of whom scored half-centuries. This comes after a challenging first innings for India, where they were bowled out for just 46 runs. New Zealand resumed the day on 180 for 3, ultimately posting a formidable total of 402, led by Rachin Ravindra's impressive century (134 runs). The Kiwis establis

Tensions between the Tamil Nadu government and Governor RN Ravi have escalated following a controversy over the Tamil anthem, which Chief Minister K. Stalin claims was improperly sung at a recent event. The anthem, "Tamil Thaai Vazhthu," is traditionally sung at government functions, and the omission of the word 'Dravida'—signifying the racial identity of southern peoples—has sparked accusations of disrespect and cultural insensitivity. Stalin has calle

Telangana politics has found a new focal point with the Musi River beautification project, igniting a clash between the Congress government and the BRS camp. While Congress aims to clear illegal establishments around the river, BRS leaders, including KTR and Harish Rao, are staunchly opposing this initiative. In the midst of this political tug-of-war, a humorous incident between KTR and Congress leader Revanth Reddy has gone viral on social media. KTR publicly challenged Revanth to

Raghu Rama Krishna Raju, the former YCP rebel MP, has emerged as a key critic of Jagan Mohan Reddy, having been the first to openly oppose the YCP leader when others hesitated. RRR's bold stance has since inspired a wave of disgruntled YCP leaders to leave the party, contributing to what many perceive as YCP's historic downfall. In a recent statement regarding his dissent from the YCP, RRR asserted, “I knew about Jagan’s fate in the first six months itself after

In a dazzling ceremony held at Famous Studios in Mumbai on October 16, 2024, Nikita Porwal from Madhya Pradesh was crowned Femina Miss India 2024. The 18-year-old, hailing from Ujjain, has already established herself in the realms of theater, storytelling, and advocacy. Her victory marks a significant milestone as she prepares to represent India at the prestigious Miss World competition. The event saw last year’s Miss India, Nandini Gupta, crowning Nikita, with actress Neha Dh

In a recent press conference, Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy took a firm stance against BRS leader KTR, emphasizing the Musi Riverfront Development Program's goal of rejuvenating the river rather than merely beautifying it. He criticized the opposition for obstructing this crucial initiative, which aims to improve the living conditions of those affected by the Musi River's pollution. Revanth Reddy issued a bold challenge to his opponents, inviting them to live along

After securing a staggering 151 seats in the 2019 elections, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy appeared to be in a strong position to continue his governance in 2024. However, the strategic formation of a powerful NDA alliance, uniting prominent leaders Chandrababu Naidu, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Pawan Kalyan, significantly altered the political dynamics in Andhra Pradesh, leading to Jagan's defeat. Recently, this dynamic trio came together again at an NDA meeting in Haryana. A capt

In a recent visit to the Vijaya Dairy office in Nandyal, Kurnool district, TDP general secretary and Allagadda MLA Bhuma Akhila Priya made headlines by demanding the removal of former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy's portrait from the premises. During her visit, she insisted that the portrait be replaced with that of the current Chief Minister, N. Chandrababu Naidu, citing a failure to follow protocol following the change in government. The chairman of Vijaya Dairy was abse

Jamshyd Godrej, Chairman of the CII-Sorabji Green Business Centre, has expressed confidence that India can emulate the remarkable economic growth that China experienced in recent decades. Speaking exclusively on Wednesday, Godrej emphasized that achieving such growth rates, similar to China's average GDP growth of 9.91% from 1979 to 2010, is within India's reach. However, he stressed the need for enhanced coordination between Indian industries and the government in policymaking.

In a significant move to enhance representation for the Jammu region, Chief Minister Omar Abdullah appointed Surender Choudhary as the Deputy Chief Minister of Jammu and Kashmir. Abdullah emphasized the need for inclusivity in governance, stating, "Our endeavour will be to take everyone along." Choudhary, known for his political journey and as a former member of both the PDP and BJP, recently made headlines by defeating BJP's J-K president Ravinder Raina in Nowshera by a margin

Minister Konda Surekha has become a focal point of controversy in Telangana politics due to her recent remarks involving BRS working president KTR, actress Samantha, and the Akkineni family. Her statements, which she made after facing social media trolling, included a provocative claim that KTR was responsible for Samantha’s divorce, unnecessarily dragging the Akkineni family into the fray. This has led to defamation cases against her and considerable backlash from both political circle

In a surprising move that has caught the attention of political observers, Vijayasai Reddy, a prominent figure in the YSR Congress and considered the party's No. 2, extended heartfelt birthday wishes to TDP MP Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy. Reddy's message read, “Warm birthday greetings to Shri Magunta Sreenivasulu Reddy Garu, Senior parliamentarian & Lok Sabha MP from Ongole, Andhra Pradesh. Wishing you good health, happiness, and continued success.” This gestu

Ahead of India's three-match Test series against New Zealand, former wicketkeeper-batter Parthiv Patel expressed strong confidence in the Rohit Sharma-led side's ability to triumph over any opponent in the longest format of the game. Since New Zealand defeated India in the 2021 World Test Championship final, India has rebounded impressively, reaching another final in 2023 and currently holding the top rank in Test cricket. The team is also coming off a dominant 2-0 series win over Ban

Tension escalated in Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, today, a day after communal clashes erupted during the Durga idol immersion ceremony, resulting in one fatality. The unrest began over a dispute regarding music played on loudspeakers during the procession, leading to stone-throwing and gunfire, injuring six individuals. One man, Ram Gopal Mishra, succumbed to gunshot wounds while receiving treatment at a local hospital. In response to the violence, police conducted flag marches through

India's wholesale inflation experienced a notable increase in September, driven largely by rising food prices, as reported by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. The Wholesale Price Index (WPI) climbed by 1.84% compared to 1.31% in August on a year-on-year basis. This uptick in inflation comes amidst a broader context of economic fluctuations. The inflation rate for manufactured products, which constitutes a significant portion of the index, saw a slower growth rate of 1% in

Team India suffered a surprising nine-run defeat to Australia in their final Group A match of the Women's T20 World Cup held in Sharjah on Sunday, significantly harming their chances of advancing to the semi-finals. The outcome now hinges on the result of the match between Pakistan and New Zealand, which will ultimately determine the fate of captain Harmanpreet Kaur and her team. In this crucial match, India restricted the defending champions to 151/8

After a challenging five-year tenure under YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, the TDP, in alliance with JSP and BJP, achieved a significant victory in the 2024 elections. This win marks a pivotal moment for the NDA and especially for TDP cadres who faced severe hardships during the YCP regime. Celebrations erupted as this victory stands as one of the most significant in TDP’s history. However, the euphoria