The Kuppam incident has fueled calls for Andhra Pradesh to introduce stricter regulations, potentially mirroring Tamil Nadu and Karnataka’s 2025 laws, to protect the working class from predatory lenders. Naidu’s promise of action could pave the way for reforms, but effective delivery is crucial to prevent further tragedies.
Hyderabad, June 16, 2025: Giving a spicy twist to Andhra Pradesh’s political saga, #AIMIMchiefAsaduddinOwaisi has tossed a cheeky challenge at #TeluguDesamParty (TDP) supremo #NChandrababuNaidu, urging him to pass the leadership baton to his son, Nara Lokesh, and make way for the next generation. With a twinkle in his eye and a dash of Hyderabad’s famous…
As the world grapples with a staggering 272 million children out of school, India faces its own daunting education crisis, with 1.17 million children identified as Out-of-School Children (OoSC) for the 2024-25 academic year, according to the Union Ministry of Education. The #UNESCOGlobalEducationMonitoringReport 2024–25 underscores a global stagnation in reducing out-of-school numbers, with a mere…
Hyderabad, June 16, 2025: The IndiaMeteorologicalDepartment (IMD) has issued a red alert for Konkan, Goa, Coastal Karnataka, and Kerala, warning of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall exceeding 200 mm in the coming days as the southwest monsoon intensifies. The alert, signaling the need for immediate action, raises serious concerns for southern states, particularly those in…
The Telangana Gaddar Awards 2024, held on June 14, 2025, at Hyderabad’s HICC Novotel, was a star-studded affair that turned into a memorable “Taggedele” moment for Allu Arjun. Honored as Best Actor for his explosive performance in Pushpa 2- The Rule, Arjun didn’t just accept the award-he owned the stage with a fiery flair that…
Rescue teams, including police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF), were swiftly deployed to the remote crash site, but no survivors were found. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed deep condolences, assuring that relief operations are underway. The identities of the victims are yet to be released pending family notifications.
Hyderabad: The Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2024, a prestigious initiative by the Telangana government, celebrated Telugu cinema’s brilliance at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC) on June 14. Named after revolutionary balladeer Gaddar, the awards honored films, actors, and technicians from 2014 to 2023, marking a revival of cinematic recognition after 14 years. Chief Minister…
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), alongside the US National Transportation Safety Board, UK’s Air Accidents Investigation Branch, and Boeing, is leading the probe under International Civil Aviation Organization protocols. A critical breakthrough came when the flight data recorder was recovered from the hostel’s rooftop within 28 hours. Decoding it could reveal why the aircraft failed to gain lift, as suggested by retired Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha. Investigators are exploring mechanical failure, pilot error, or sabotage, with the National Investigation Agency assisting.
Despite a 2022 Supreme Court order and multiple meetings with the CWC and PPA, progress remains stalled. In April 2024, Andhra Pradesh agreed to a CWC-led survey, but as of April 2025, no survey has been conducted. Telangana has proposed keeping all 48 dam gates open year-round to mitigate backwater risks and urged a revised study using updated flood data. Andhra Pradesh’s offers of flood banks or compensation have been met with skepticism, with Telangana insisting on comprehensive protective measures.
The controversy stems from a televised discussion where Krishnam Raju called Amaravati the “capital of prostitutes” and “AIDS capital.” Kommineni’s failure to intervene prompted a complaint by State Madiga Corporation Director Khambampati Sirisha, leading to an FIR against him, Krishnam Raju, and Sakshi TV’s management. A Guntur court remanded Kommineni to 14 days of judicial custody, though he was later granted bail by the Supreme Court. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu condemned the remarks as an affront to women and journalistic ethics, vowing strict action. The Andhra Pradesh Women’s Commission demanded an apology from Sakshi tv amplifying public outrage.
