Hyderabad: Chief minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday directed officials to prepare comprehensive plans for implementing Bhudhaar numbers across Telangana.The Bhudhaar number -- formally called the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN) -- is a 14-digit code assigned to each land parcel. Similar to Aadhaar for individuals, it serves as a permanent digital identity for land, linking directly to land records. The Congress govt views this as a key step toward digitising and streamlining ...Read More
NEW DELHI: As India pushes towards self-reliance in the energy transition, a total of 100 GW of solar module manufacturing capacity has been developed and included under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM). Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, highlighted the milestone on X, stating: "India has achieved a historic milestone -- 100 GW Solar PV Module Manufacturing Capacity under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) -- a remarkable rise from...Read More
Dehradun (Uttarakhand) [India], August 13 (ANI): The Uttarakhand state government said that in the interest of the citizens of the state, the time limit for exemption of marriage registration fee of Rs 250 under the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) Rules has been extended till January 26, 2026, this decision has been taken by the government in public interest to further encourage the participation of citizens for marriage registration. In this regard, it has been clarified in the notification issued by...Read More
India's space regulator has picked a consortium led by Google-backed startup PixxelSpace to build a commercial home-grown constellation of earth observation satellites, with an investment of more than 12 billion rupees (nearly $137 million) over the next five years, it said on Tuesday. The consortium, comprising local space tech firms Piersight Space, Satsure Analytics India and Dhruva Space, will design, build, and operate the satellites, the Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation C...Read More
The incident created tension in Jamner, prompting the deployment of police posse in sensitive areas. Mumbai: A 20-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by ten persons in Jalgaon district of Maharashtra after they spotted him chatting with a girl, leading to the arrest of four individuals, police said on Wednesday. Police suspect an old enmity led to the murder of Suleiman Khan, who was preparing for the police recruitment exam. The four accused were produced before a local court, which ...Read More
Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) [India], August 11 (ANI): About 1,278 people have been rescued in operations in Uttarakhand's Dharali, Garhwal Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey said on Monday.Commissioner Vinay Shankar Pandey told ANI, "Following a disaster in Dharali, about 1,278 people, including those from other states, stranded at Gangotri Dham, were evacuated. The operation is now complete. Electricity and mobile networks have been restored.He added that the Valley Bridge and road connectivity hav...Read More
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet's nod for a semiconductor facility in Andhra Pradesh has triggered a political controversy, with Opposition-ruled states accusing the Centre of weaning away investments and directing them to NDA-ruled states. The Centre's nod to a semiconductor manufacturing facility by Advanced System in Package Technologies Private Limited with an expected investment of ₹1,500 crore in Andhra Pradesh under Indian Semiconductor Mission (ISM) has run foul of Opposition-ruled states...Read More
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for five Telangana districts, along with an orange alert in nine districts and a yellow alert in five districts, for Wednesday (August 13, 2025). Very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall in 5 dists In its latest bulletin, the IMD said the red alert, indicating the likelihood of very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, has been issued for isolated places in Hanumakonda, Jangaon, Mahabubabad, Warangal and Yadadri Bhongir districts. O...Read More
The Toyota Innova in which she was travelling with her gunman, husband, and son met with the accident near the Khanauri border. The AAP's Ludhiana South MLA, Rajinderpal Kaur Chhina, and her personal security officer (PSO) sustained grievous injuries in an accident that took place on the Delhi-Ambala national highway late Tuesday. The Toyota Innova in which she was travelling with her gunman, husband, and son met with the accident near the Khanauri border. According to the Haryana Police, Chh...Read More
Telangana police will deploy tourist police at major destinations including Ramappa, Yadagirigutta, and Bhadrachalam to ensure visitor safety. In the first phase, 80 personnel will be allocated, with the full system in place by September 27 Hyderabad: The Telangana police will deploy tourist police to enhance the safety and security of visitors at key attractions across the State. A coordination meeting between the Telangana Tourism Department and the police was held on Wednesday. Tourism Depa...Read More
New Delhi: Banking services in India may be unavailable on certain days this week due to a series of public holidays observed in various states. From August 13 to August 17, 2025, several banks will remain closed on different days, depending on regional holidays. The closures begin with Patriot's Day in Manipur on August 13, followed by Independence Day on August 15 and Janmashtami on August 16, leading into the regular Sunday holiday on August 17. Customers may wish to plan their banking activi...Read More
Beyond Borders: Your Train Ticket From India Can Now Lead To Another Country A high school in the Surankote area, Poonch district of Jammu and Kashmir, was reportedly hit by a flash flood during the intervening night of August 11 and 12. According to the local media reports, there were no casualties or injuries reported in the incident. The flash flood swept away a 200-feet-long shed on the side of the school and its sports room, as per the local media reports. Along with this, all records and...Read More
Gold October futures prices at MCX have surged impressively by Rs 2,430 per 10 grams so far in August. However, they retreated slightly from their high today to trade at Rs 1,01,052 per 10 grams, down Rs 746 or 0.73% in intraday trade. Similarly, silver September contracts witnessed slight profit booking, trading lower by Rs 390 or 0.34% at Rs 1,14,491 per kg. On Friday, gold and silver settled on a positive note in both domestic and international markets. Gold October futures settled at Rs 1,...Read More
Raichur (Karnataka) [India], August 14: In a landmark moment for global hepatology and Indian pharmaceutical innovation, Shilpa Medicare Limited (BSE: 530661) (NSE: SHILPAMED) has secured the world first regulatory approval from India Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) for Nor Ursodeoxycholic Acid (NorUDCA) Tablets 500 mg, the first-ever approved therapy targeting NAFLD. * Shilpa Medicare emerges as the global pioneer to receive approval for NorUDCA, offering new hope to over a...Read More
New Delhi [India], August 14 (ANI): Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday paid tribute to the people who endured horrific consequences following the partition of India in 1947. As India observes the Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, Rajnath Singh recalled the hatred and violence and called Partition a painful chapter. Sharing an X post, the Union Minister wrote, On Partition Horrors Remembrance Day, recalling that painful chapter of 1947, I pay tribute to all those brothers and sisters w...Read More
VIJAYAWADA: YSRCP chief and former Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has alleged that the recent ZPTC byelections in Pulivendula and Vontimitta were marred by the highhandedness of the ruling TDP and police, which he described as an anarchical policy of Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Jagan has demanded that the State Election Commission conduct fresh elections in a free and fair manner under the supervision of Central forces. Speaking to the media on Wednesday, Jagan expressed his seriou...Read More
Lucknow (Uttar Pradesh) [India], August 14 (ANI): Samajwadi Party MLA Pooja Pal, whose husband Raju Pal was shot dead by Atiq Ahmed and his associate, thanked Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath for zero-tolerance policy against crime that improved law and order in the state. The SP MLA said that the UP CM gave her justice by bringing in policies like zero tolerance that led to the killing of criminals like Atiq Ahmed. Speaking at the UP Assembly during the 24-hour marathon discussion...Read More
Bengaluru: On the third day of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly's Monsoon Session (Aug 13), the House passed the Karnataka Land Reforms and Certain Other Laws (Amendment) Bill, simplifying several rules related to the purchase of agricultural land. As per the amendments, educational institutions or other entities can now purchase up to four hectares of agricultural land, with purchase approvals vested solely with district commissioners. Land acquired for establishing an educational institutio...Read More
New Delhi: Former Miss Universe, actress and entrepreneur Sushmita Sen once opened up on meeting US President Donald Trump and how she felt afterwards. The actress was basically managing the Miss India Universe franchise from 2010 to 2012, the same time when Donald Trump owned the organisation. Sushmita Sen in her 2023 Mid-Day interview where she was promoting her comeback vehicle Aarya - crime series, which was well-received. She also briefly discussed meeting Trump. She shared how she was man...Read More
Lucknow: Lucknow District Magistrate, Visakh G Iyer, has announced a closure of all government and non-government schools on Thursday, from classes 1 to 12, due to bad weather and rain conditions in parts of the state. Recently, on August 8, all government-aided and private schools from pre-primary to Class eight in Lucknow district will remain closed on Friday due to heavy rainfall and waterlogging, according to a notice from the District Magistrate's office. The order applies to schools affi...Read More
Hyderabad, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Heavy rain continued to pound parts of Telangana under the impact of a low-pressure area, paralysing normal life and affecting road connectivity to some villages. Rivulets, lakes and ponds were overflowing due to incessant rain, inundating low-lying areas. The low-pressure system has impacted south Telangana with heavy to very heavy rain at a few places, officials said. United Mahabubnagar, Nalgonda, Adilabad, Khammam and Rangareddy districts received heavy r...Read More
New Delhi, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Easing inflation and favourable monsoon boosted rural demand in India in the April-June period this year, outpacing urban consumption once again, according to a new report. According to the report by global research firm NielsenIQ, rural markets and small manufacturers propelled the packaged consumer goods sector in Q2 2025. Rural markets grew twice as fast as cities, as urban areas showed signs of recovery, particularly in smaller towns. According to the re...Read More
Mumbai, Aug 14 (SocialNews.XYZ) Actress Rakul Preet Singh is over-the-moon as she is getting to work with ace couturier Manish Malhotra on a film and said that she cannot wait to bring his magic through his costumes on screen. Manish took to his Instagram stories, where he shared a selfie with Rakul and wrote: "Costume trial first film together." The actress re-shared the post and expressed her happiness. She wrote: "Yayy so happy to finally work on a film together... Can't wait to bring your...Read More
HYDERABAD: The Hyderabad police have announced traffic diversions and parking arrangements for the Independence Day celebrations at Rani Mahal Lawns, Golconda Fort, on August 15. The main event will begin at 10 am, with the road from Ramdevguda to Golconda Fort closed to general traffic from 6 am to 12 pm. Traffic from Seven Tombs towards Golconda Fort will be diverted to Jamali Darwaza. Vehicles from GHMC Ground and GHMC Island will be routed to Mothi Mahal X Road. Traffic from Bada Bazar will...Read More
Thane: A blaze erupted at a cafe located in a multi-storey residential structure in Thane, Maharashtra, on Thursday morning, leading to the evacuation of 35 residents, officials stated. Thane Municipal Corporation's disaster management chief Yasin Tadvi reported that there have been no casualties thus far. The blaze ignited at Parsik Cafe, situated on the ground floor of a six-story structure in Kharegaon, Kalwa (West), he stated. The café's owner notified the disaster management cell about the...Read More
HYDERABAD: A dedicated Tourist Police unit will soon be deployed to enhance the safety and security of visitors at major destinations across Telangana, announced Director General of Police (DGP) Jitender. He made the announcement during a coordination meeting on Wednesday between the Police Department and the Telangana Tourism Department at the DGP Office. In the first phase, 80 police personnel will be assigned to the Tourism Department, with a comprehensive Tourist Police system expected to ...Read More
Imphal, Aug 14 (PTI) Security measures have been beefed up at several parts of Manipur, including the state capital Imphal, for the Independence Day celebrations, officials said on Thursday. Deployment of security personnel from state and Central Armed Police Force units, along with Army and Assam Rifles, has been increased along important crossings in and around Imphal, including Keisampat and Moirangkhom junctions, they said. Preparations are also underway for the Independence Day celebratio...Read More
Kolkata, Aug 14 (PTI) Dr. Vece Paes, a member of the 1972 Munich Olympic Games bronze-winning Indian hockey team and father of legendary tennis player Leander Paes, died here on Thursday morning. He was 80 years old. Paes, who was suffering from advanced stage of Parkinson's disease, was admitted to a city hospital on Tuesday morning. Paes, who donned multiple hats in his long association with Indian sports, was a midfielder in the Indian hockey team. He also played several sports such as foot...Read More
Kedia Advisory - India's basmati rice exports to the US fell 13% to 78,000 tonnes in April-July 2024 from over 90,000 tonnes a year earlier, with sharper declines expected in August following tariff hikes from 25% to 50% after August 27. Pakistan, facing only 19% duty, stands to benefit. The US is among the highest-value markets for Indian basmati, with realisations near $1,230/tonne. Exporters are exploring China as an alternative market amid improving bilateral ties. Basmati remains a key agri...Read More
HYDERABAD: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday instructed officials to prepare a detailed plan for allocation of Bhudhaar numbers for lands across the state. During a review meeting he held with the officials of the Revenue and Housing departments at the Command Control Centre here, the chief minister enquired about the status of the applications received during the recently held revenue meetings and instructed the officials to develop a mechanism for speedy completion of mutations and ...Read More