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Rythu Swarajya Vedika raised concerns over poor implementation of the National Family Benefit Scheme in Sangareddy, stating that only 15 applications were cleared while many remain pending, discouraging eligible families from applying despite availability of funds.

Speculation over Bihar’s next chief minister has intensified after Nitish Kumar resigned as MLC and signalled a move to the Rajya Sabha. NDA leaders are considering possible successors, with a decision likely after Kharmaas ends on April 14

A shortage of commercial LPG cylinders linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict has disrupted Hyderabad’s food scene, forcing several restaurants to stop cooking the popular breakfast dish nihari–paya and switch to firewood for preparing other items.

India’s Under-20 women’s team has announced its 23-member squad for the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup Thailand 2026. The team will face Japan, Australia and Chinese Taipei, aiming for a strong showing after qualifying for the tournament after 20 years.

Shares of Coal India’s subsidiary CMPDIL ended over 10 per cent lower on debut, closing below the issue price of Rs 172. The stock listed at a discount on both BSE and NSE after its recently subscribed Rs 1,842-crore IPO

The Census Commissioner assured that individual data collected during the upcoming Census will remain confidential and cannot be used for legal or scheme-related purposes. Self-enumeration and digital data collection will be introduced, with several datasets expected to be released by 2027

Indian trap shooters begin their campaign at the ISSF Shotgun World Cup in Tangier against a strong international field. With experienced names in the squad, India will aim to secure its first medal of the season after a disappointing skeet performance.

India’s Preeti Pawar and Deepak began their Asian Boxing Championships 2026 campaign with impressive wins in Mongolia. Preeti secured a unanimous decision victory, while Deepak edged a close bout, giving India a perfect start in the opening phase.

Hyderabad-based coach Somnath Ghosh has been appointed as India’s coach for the ITTF World Cup in Macau and the World Team Championships in London. He thanked the federation and highlighted his trainee Akula Sreeja’s inclusion in the squad.

A private employee from Miyapur was cheated of Rs 80.97 lakh after being lured into a fake stock trading scheme run through a WhatsApp group. Cyberabad Cybercrime police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

Power House Taekwondo Academy delivered a record-breaking performance at the Telangana State Inter-Schools Championship 2026, winning 9 gold, 1 silver, and 6 bronze medals. Sixteen of 19 athletes secured podium finishes, highlighting the academy’s excellence and commitment to nurturing champions

An Indian national was killed in Kuwait during Iranian strikes on a desalination plant, raising Indian fatalities in the West Asia conflict to eight. Authorities confirmed damage, while India coordinates repatriation and ensures safety of nationals

Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu said India has sufficient Aviation Turbine Fuel supply for the next 60 days despite global oil concerns. He also highlighted increased airline safety audits and confirmed compliance with DGCA inspection directives

The real gold loan per gram that you obtain, however, is a determined amount that is impacted by lender regulations, purity criteria, and legal frameworks; it is not only a mirror of the market ticker.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has approved Rs 20 crore for long-pending road repairs after nearly a decade. Around 22 heavily damaged roads across eight wards will be resurfaced and repaired, providing relief to commuters and residents facing deteriorating infrastructure.

WhatsApp has introduced new features including AI-powered photo editing, cross-platform chat transfer from iOS to Android, dual-account support on iPhone and improved storage management tools aimed at making chats easier to manage.

Apple will host its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 8-12, featuring major updates to its platforms, including AI advancements. The event will be held online with a limited in-person gathering for developers and students at Apple Park.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority has procured a Rs 2.87 crore amphibious excavator to support lake restoration works, including desilting, dredging and weed removal. The machine will also assist in managing idol immersions during major festivals.

The government said fertiliser stocks stand at 180 LMT, higher than last year, despite global supply challenges. Officials also confirmed adequate fuel inventories, while steps such as long-term import agreements and diversified sourcing are ensuring steady availability across sectors

The Indian rupee crossed the 95 per dollar mark for the first time, ending at a record low amid rising oil prices and global tensions. Weak equity markets and foreign fund outflows further weighed on the currency during the March quarter

Indian stock markets ended FY2026 on a weak note, with Sensex and Nifty falling sharply due to global tensions and inflation concerns. Financial stocks led the decline, while broader markets also slipped amid cautious investor sentiment and geopolitical uncertainty

NASA is set to launch the Artemis II mission, its first crewed flight under the Artemis programme, sending four astronauts on a 10-day journey around the Moon. The mission marks a major step towards future human exploration of deep space

An anaesthetist and his nurse wife died by suicide after killing their three-year-old daughter in Andhra Pradesh’s Narsaraopet. Police said the couple was depressed over the child’s condition. A case has been registered and further investigation is underway

Nine Maoists, including Andhra-Odisha Border Special Zone Committee secretary C Narayana Rao, surrendered before Andhra Pradesh police. DGP Harish Kumar Gupta said sustained intelligence-based operations and rehabilitation policies have reduced the Maoist presence in the State to zero.