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 India's men's football team earned a 1-1 draw against Malaysia in their second-half comeback during an international friendly match held at the GMC Balayogi Gachibowli Stadium in Hyderabad. Malaysia took the lead early in the match with a goal from Paulo Josue, but India's Rahul Bheke scored an equalizer to level the score at 1-1. This match marked the fourth outing for Manolo Marquez as head coach of the Indian team, but unfortunately, the squad has not yet manage

In a significant development in Delhi politics, Kailash Gahlot, a former Delhi government minister and a prominent leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), resigned from the party on Sunday and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Monday. The 50-year-old leader, an advocate by profession, announced his decision at the BJP headquarters in New Delhi, where he was welcomed by Union ministers Manohar Lal Khattar and Harsh Malhotra, along with Delhi BJP president Virendra Sachdeva and national m

The National Investigation Agency (NIA) has officially taken over the investigation of three significant cases linked to the recent wave of violence in Manipur, following an order from the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). This decision comes in response to the escalating violence and disorder in the state, which has led to fatalities and heightened tensions between the Kuki-Zo-Hmar and Meitei communities. The cases now under NIA's jurisdiction include: A gun bat

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has extended the deadline for Round 1 choice filling and locking in the NEET PG 2024 counselling process to 9:00 AM on November 18, 2024. Initially, the deadline was set for November 17, 2024, but this extension provides candidates with an additional day to finalize their preferences for college allotments. Candidates who have qualified the NEET PG 2024 exam are advised to visit the official MCC website (

On Sunday, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan held a crucial meeting with a high-level delegation from Johns Hopkins University (JHU), led by JHU President Ronald J. Daniels. The primary topic of discussion was the possibility of setting up an offshore campus of JHU in India, which would help further strengthen academic and research ties between India and the United States. The meeting also emphasized India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, which encourages inte

Former Gudivada MLA and YSRCP leader Kodali Nani has come under fire for his disrespectful comments about Chandrababu Naidu and his son Nara Lokesh. The offensive language he used during media interactions has led to public outrage, with many condemning his remarks. His attacks on TDP leaders, including personal insults, have been a source of constant controversy, especially among TDP supporters. For the past five years, supporters of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) endured these abusi

In a surprising move, YSR Congress chief and Pulivendula MLA YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has decided to completely avoid participating in the Andhra Pradesh Assembly sessions, opting instead to hold press conferences to question the government. This decision has caused quite a stir in political circles, with many speculating about its legal implications, particularly whether Jagan’s MLA seat could be nullified if he refuses to attend the sessions for an extended period. The issue has

In a significant shift in the dynamics of the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly, the ruling party, Yuvajana Sramika Rythu Congress Party (YCP), is noticeably absent from the sessions, leaving a vacuum in the typical opposition role. Traditionally, the ruling party is on the offensive in the Assembly, while the opposition is tasked with questioning the government and holding it accountable. However, with YCP's boycott of the session, this expected dynamic is absent, and a few TDP MLAs ar

On November 18, 2024, Telangana's Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar unveiled a groundbreaking electric vehicle (EV) policy designed to significantly reduce air pollution and promote cleaner transportation across the state. The policy includes an array of incentives aimed at encouraging both individuals and businesses to transition to electric vehicles. Key features of the policy include a 100% tax exemption on all types of EVs, such as two-wheelers, four-wheelers, and commerci

India has made a formal request to Canada for the extradition of Arshdeep Dalla, a key figure in the Khalistan Tiger Force (KTF), a banned terror group. Dalla is accused of being involved in over 50 criminal cases including murder, terror financing, and extortion. The Indian government considers him a "proclaimed offender" and linked him to the terrorist acts of Hardeep Nijjar, a prominent Khalistani activist killed in June 2023. His arrest in Canada follows a gunfight in which he w

Jakson Green, a leader in energy transition, has successfully synthesized methanol from carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions at NTPC’s Vindhyachal Thermal Power Plant, marking the first-ever instance of such a process in the world. The innovation captures CO2 directly from the plant's flue gases and converts it into methanol, a cleaner alternative fuel. This process could significantly impact industries like power generation and transportation by providing a more sustainable fuel option.

The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) has issued a show-cause notice to Reliance Power Ltd. for allegedly submitting a fake bank guarantee in a recent tender bid. The bid, submitted by Reliance NU BESS, a subsidiary of Reliance Power, was for the establishment of a 1,000 MW/2,000 MWh energy storage system. SECI’s investigation revealed that the bank guarantee, purportedly issued by FirstRand Bank’s Manila branch, was fraudulent, as no such branch

 In a spectacular performance during the third T20I against South Africa, Team India achieved several world records, including hitting over 200 sixes in a single calendar year, a first in T20 cricket history. India set new records for the most 200+ scores in T20s, with eight such totals in 2024, surpassing their previous record. Tilak Varma’s century was India's fifth individual century in 2024, making them the first team to achieve five individual centuries twice in

Delhi is grappling with thick smog, pushing the city's air quality index (AQI) into the 'Severe' category. In response, the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) has activated Stage III of the Graded Action Response Plan (GRAP), effective from 8 am tomorrow. This stage is triggered when AQI exceeds 401, with several stringent measures aimed at mitigating the pollution crisis. Under GRAP Stage III, non-essential construction and demolition work will be banned, and

N. Lokesh, the IT Minister of Andhra Pradesh, took a direct shot at YS Jagan Mohan Reddy’s approach to decentralization during his speech in the state assembly. Lokesh mocked Jagan’s vision, claiming that the construction of a palatial building with an extravagant budget of Rs 500 crore hardly aligns with the concept of decentralization. He said, "Building a palace does not reflect true decentralization; it is a misuse of public funds for personal gain." Lokesh

In a surprising turn of events, Sri Reddy, once a controversial figure in Andhra Pradesh politics for her abusive attacks on leaders from the TDP (Telugu Desam Party) and JSP (Jana Sena Party), has issued a public apology to key political figures, including Chandrababu Naidu, Lokesh, and Pawan Kalyan. Known for her harsh and often vulgar social media posts and videos aimed at these leaders, Sri Reddy's past actions were part of a broader wave of hostility from the YSR Congress Party (YSRC

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

The cost of real estate construction in India has risen by 11% over the past year, according to a recent report by Colliers India. This increase is largely attributed to a significant rise in labour costs, which have surged by 25% annually. Labour expenses now account for over 25% of total construction costs, placing additional strain on budgets and operational expenditures. A growing demand for skilled workers, along with costs associated with training, safety, and compliance, has further dr

In a surprising turn of events, N Chandrababu Naidu, president of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, has chosen Kanumuru Raghu Ramakrishnam Raju as the state assembly's new deputy speaker. This decision has sparked intense debate, especially after months of speculation that Naidu would allocate the position to one of his alliance partners, either Jana Sena Party or the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Names like Mandali Buddha Prasad from Jana Sena and P Vishnu K

US President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed H-1B visa restrictions could have significant implications for India's economy. A report by the State Bank of India (SBI) suggests that while stricter visa rules might increase costs for Indian IT firms operating in the US, they could also encourage India to focus more on domestic manufacturing and economic independence. This potential shift aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Atmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative,