The famous election prognosticator, New York Times’s 'Needle', was projecting an 84 per cent chance of a Donald Trump victory with about 295 electoral college votes based on its data at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday (9 a.m. Wednesday in India). The 'Needle' swings as the data that comes in is analyzed in real-time and makes the projection it considers valid at that time. A little before 10 p.m., it showed Trump at nearly 290 seats before swinging down five to 285 at 10 p.m. and ris

This is something interesting for Telugu speakers. We have already seen how hoardings and standees were erected in some places in Telugu to support the Democrats and Republicans in areas with a significant Telugu population in the USA. Those were put up by the general public and party supporters. Today, the Registrar of Voters in Alameda County, Dublin City, California, has erected directional boards at polling centers in different world languages. Out of the 13 languages featured here, three

In response to rising food prices, the Indian government has launched Phase-II of retail sales for subsidised wheat flour and rice under the Bharat brand, available at Rs 30 per kg for wheat flour and Rs 34 per kg for rice. These products will be offered in 5kg and 10kg packs through cooperatives like NCCF, Nafed, and Kendriya Bhandar, as well as on e-commerce platforms. Food Minister Pralhad Joshi announced this temporary intervention, aimed at easing consumer costs and stabilising market pr

Microsoft is experiencing strong momentum for its AI platform, Copilot, in India, fueled by increased real-world applications across both personal and enterprise settings. Puneet Chandok, President of Microsoft India and South Asia, recently noted that AI skepticism in India is shifting to optimism, as companies and individuals increasingly adapt to AI tools like Copilot. The growing use of Copilot in India has bolstered Microsoft's commitment to AI investment, signaling no reduction in t

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court of India addressed the State's power to requisition private property for public welfare under Articles 31C and 39B of the Constitution. In an 8-1 majority decision led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, the court ruled that while privately owned property can theoretically qualify as community resources under Article 39B, not all private property falls under this category.The bench outlined specific factors to consider when determining if a resource

Telugu Desam Party president and Andhra Pradesh chief minister N Chandrababu Naidu is reportedly planning to reshuffle his cabinet after the Sankranti festival in January. Sources close to the power center in the state suggest that Naidu is dissatisfied with the performance of three to four ministers in the current cabinet and is considering dropping them during the reshuffle. These ministers have allegedly been given hints about their potential removal from the cabinet. One of the

Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan recently made a bold move by publicly revealing widespread public dissatisfaction with Chandrababu Naidu's government. This is a rare occurrence as no Deputy Chief Minister usually opens up about such issues publicly. The move has sparked discussions and criticism, shedding light on the underlying issues plaguing the government. Critics have pointed out three primary issues that are damaging the government's reputation and inciting public f

YSR Congress Party has accused the coalition government in Andhra Pradesh of using the police to intimidate and harass social media activists in an attempt to silence dissenting voices. The opposition party has vowed to fight back against these tactics and continue to question the actions of the ruling coalition. YSRCP Legal Cell President V. Manohar Reddy stated that they will not hesitate to file private complaints against those responsible for the illegal arrests of the party's social

Senior YSR Congress party leader Dadisetti Ramalingeshwar Rao, also known as Dadisetti Raja, is facing the possibility of arrest in the murder case of a local reporter in Tuni. The former minister from the Tuni assembly constituency in East Godavari district is under scrutiny in connection with the murder that took place in October 2019. Despite the murder case being initially filed against Dadisetti Raja by the Tuni rural police, there was little progress in the investigation due t

Jana Sena Party president and Andhra Pradesh deputy chief minister Pawan Kalyan recently launched a scathing attack on his cabinet colleague, home minister Vangalapudi Anitha, over the functioning of the police department. This move has sparked debate among analysts, who believe that Kalyan may have overstepped his boundaries as an alliance partner. While Kalyan's concerns about the breakdown of law and order and atrocities against women are valid, some analysts argue that he should have

On Monday, the Indian rupee weakened by 3 paise, closing at a record low of 84.11 against the US dollar, following a downward trend that has persisted for several weeks. Earlier in the day, the rupee touched an all-time low of 84.12 before making a slight recovery. The local currency had closed at 84.08 on the previous Friday, but it has been under continuous pressure from foreign institutional investors. In recent weeks, these global funds have offloaded over Rs 1.25 lakh crore fro

On November 1, a tragic incident occurred at the Penang Sentral bus terminal in Butterworth, Malaysia, where an 18-year-old man lost his life due to electrocution while charging his mobile phone. After boarding an express bus to Kuala Lumpur, the teen plugged his phone into a socket available on the bus. Approximately ten minutes later, passengers heard him scream, and upon turning to check, they found him foaming at the mouth. Fellow passengers quickly called emergency services, wh

Indian kudo athlete Sohail Khan has made history by becoming the first Indian to win a medal at the senior level in international kudo events. He claimed a bronze medal in the -250 PI men's category at the prestigious Eurasian Cup 2024, held in Yerevan, Armenia. Sohail's impressive performance began with successive victories that propelled him into the knockout stages. He secured a submission win against Kazakhstan's Dastan Utimanov in the Round of 16, followed by a deci

Gautam Gambhir is under significant pressure just three months into his tenure as head coach of the Indian cricket team, following an unprecedented series of defeats against Sri Lanka and New Zealand. Appointed to the position amid considerable fanfare, Gambhir was even granted a rare seat at the selection committee meeting for the tour of Australia. However, his initial performance review suggests a rocky start, raising concerns about his future influence on team matters if results do not im

On Monday, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau condemned an attack on Hindu devotees at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton, labeling the violent incident as "unacceptable." A group of alleged Khalistani supporters targeted worshippers outside the temple on Sunday, igniting widespread outrage. In a statement, Trudeau remarked, "The acts of violence at the Hindu Sabha Mandir in Brampton are unacceptable. Every Canadian has the right to practice their faith freely and

The 2019 election results were a devastating blow to the Telugu Desam Party (TDP), marking the worst electoral verdict in its history with only 23 seats won. As doubts about the party’s future circulated, the YSR Congress Party (YCP) led by Jagan Mohan Reddy intensified efforts to weaken the TDP by arresting its leader, Chandrababu Naidu, and undermining the morale of its supporters. Despite these challenges, TDP demonstrated remarkable resilience. In the 2024 elections, the p

The recent electoral defeat has left the YSR Congress party in disarray, with many senior leaders choosing to leave the ranks. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the party's leader, is grappling with internal challenges, including his sister Sharmila's claims for equitable asset distribution, compounding the party's woes. Amidst this turmoil, a surprising figure has stepped forward in support of Jagan: Posani Krishnamurali. Known for his outspoken nature, Posani has been encouraged by J

Unemployed youth in Andhra Pradesh have cause for optimism as the state government works tirelessly to attract significant investments aimed at job creation. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu and his son, IT Minister Nara Lokesh, have dedicated their efforts to drawing major companies to the region, setting the stage for economic growth and employment opportunities. In a landmark development, Arcelor Mittal & Nippon Steel have signed a joint venture agreement to invest ₹1.4

As part of its commitment to the NDA coalition's promises made prior to the elections, the central government is actively working to halt the disinvestment process of the Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), commonly known as the Visakhapatnam Steel Plant. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu, there are ongoing efforts to ensure the plant remains operational amid concerns over financial viability and raw material shortages. Recent reports indicate that the B

In a recent statement, Tamil Nadu’s Deputy Chief Minister, Udhayanidhi Stalin, voiced concerns over Bollywood's dominance in the Indian film landscape, arguing that it often overshadows the thriving regional film industries of South India. Stalin noted that while the Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam film sectors are experiencing significant growth, Bollywood continues to exert a considerable influence in North India, particularly in states that lack