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The Paigah Palace in Begumpet, once a popular Tollywood shooting location, now faces a steep decline in film activity. The HMDA continues spending nearly ₹1 crore annually on upkeep while rental revenues have fallen sharply, prompting calls for alternative use.
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Karnataka Chief Minister has said the recent heart attack deaths in Hassan district may be linked to the vaccination drive. He also claimed the vaccines were 'hastily' approved
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LIC shares have surged 34% from their 52-week low, driven by strong Q4 earnings, record-breaking policy sales, and rising brand value. Brokerages remain bullish, and the insurer’s market cap crossed ₹6 lakh crore after a 7-month gap.
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CM N Chandrababu Naidu accused YSRCP leaders of exploiting the widow of a man allegedly killed by Jagan Reddy’s convoy. He also announced subsidies for mango farmers, clarified the Godavari water project, and condemned YSRCP’s alleged political and economic misgovernance.
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Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the state’s first Tata Digital Nerve Centre in Kuppam. Connected to 105 health centres, the DiNC offers digitised healthcare, specialist consultations, and standardised protocols to improve rural medical services and reduce treatment costs.
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Unidentified burglars broke into Swapna’s house in Rajendranagar’s Krishnanagar Colony on Wednesday, escaping with 21 tolas of gold and Rs 1 lakh in cash. The family discovered the theft upon returning from a birthday celebration. Police have registered a case and launched investigations.
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A Class 8 student at Peddapur Gurukulam school in Jagtial was reportedly bitten by a snake on Thursday. Though unconfirmed, two bite marks were found on his leg. The incident has revived fears after last year’s fatal snake bites.
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Three European mountaineers achieved a historic feat on Pakistan’s Nanga Parbat: Germany’s David Göttler paraglided from 7,700m, while France’s Tiphaine Duperier and Boris Langenstein skied down the peak—marking the first ski descent from the Rupal Face and summit
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BRS MLC K Kavitha has written to AICC chief Mallikarjun Kharge, urging him to support 42% BC reservations. She announced a rail roko on July 17 and accused Congress of ignoring BC issues and shielding controversial projects like Banakacherla.
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Five Ugandan soldiers died when a Ugandan Air Force helicopter serving the African Union peacekeeping mission crashed at Mogadishu airport. Three crew members survived with serious injuries. The crash caused brief delays, and an investigation is underway by Somali authorities
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Ramayana will release in two parts, Part One in Diwali 2026 and Part Two in Diwali 2027 and is expected to redefine epic storytelling in Indian cinema.
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A passenger ferry sank in Indonesia’s Bali Strait, leaving 4 dead, 38 missing, and 23 rescued. President Prabowo, currently in Saudi Arabia, ordered immediate search and rescue efforts, though operations face challenges due to rough seas and strong currents
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A 22-year-old IT professional in Pune was allegedly raped by a man posing as a courier agent. He left a threatening message and selfie on her phone. Police suspect use of intoxicant and are scanning CCTV footage to identify him
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Two men who looted over ₹1 crore worth of gold from a jeweller's home in Jharkhand’s Chakulia were arrested in West Bengal. Police recovered stolen jewellery, a knife, and a pistol, while one suspect remains at large
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Mumbai Police told the Bombay High Court that Disha Salian died by suicide, with no signs of foul play, rejecting her father’s claims of gangrape and murder. The court will next hear the CBI probe plea, naming Aditya Thackeray, on July 16
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Air India's Delhi–Washington flight was cancelled in Vienna due to a technical fault found during a fuel stop. The return flight was also cancelled. Passengers were rebooked or refunded. This follows other recent Air India disruptions caused by technical issues.
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Unidentified miscreants brutally murdered a 45-year-old auto driver, Thota Kamalakar, at Kamalapur village in Medak district while he was asleep. His children discovered the body. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation with forensic support.
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Konda Murali and Forest Minister Konda Surekha met AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan, submitting a 16-page complaint on Telangana Congress affairs, even as internal rifts intensify. The couple defended their conduct and reaffirmed loyalty to the party’s electoral prospects.
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The film is scheduled to hit cinemas worldwide on July 24, 2025, and will be available in multiple Indian languages.
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Akshay Kumar gave a heartfelt shout-out to Tiger Shroff for his new music video Bepanaahh. Calling him a “brother”, Akshay praised his action and dance skills. The duo share strong off-screen camaraderie and have co-starred in multiple films.
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A fire broke out at a house in Sanathnagar’s Raja Nagar area after a refrigerator reportedly exploded early Thursday. No injuries were reported. Fire and DRF teams rushed to the scene. Officials suspect a compressor blast triggered the fire.
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Deepika Padukone will be honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, making her possibly the first Indian actor to receive the distinction. She joins the 2026 list alongside top global entertainers, reaffirming her international impact.
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Donald Trump’s potential nonconsecutive second term raises questions about the historic “second-term curse” that has troubled past presidents. Facing low approval ratings, global volatility, and growing executive power, Trump’s legacy may hinge on whether he defies or repeats history’s pattern
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Thailand’s new Cabinet was sworn in Thursday, including suspended PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra, now culture minister, amid an ethics probe over her remarks to Cambodia’s Hun Sen. Acting PM Suriya led the ceremony, with Phumtham Wechayachai likely to assume acting duties
