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Due to severe cold wave conditions in Telangana, the teachers’ union has urged authorities to delay school start times in social welfare residential schools, citing health risks to students, especially those staying in hostels.
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Sabarimala temple will host the Mandala pooja on December 27, with Lord Ayyappa adorned in the golden anki. A ceremonial procession begins from Aranmula on December 23. Devotees are served free traditional Kerala sadya, with 5,000 pilgrims participating daily
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A 40-year-old man accused of raping a 4-year-old in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, was shot in the leg by a woman police inspector when he attempted to flee during crime reconstruction. He is hospitalized and out of danger, police said
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BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao on Sunday criticised the Congress government for failing to launch new policies in two years. Addressing party leaders, he highlighted stalled welfare schemes, attacks on BRS cadre, and farmers’ hardships as evidence of governance neglect.
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Philanthropist Timmayagari Subhash Reddy has announced a plan to provide office furniture worth up to Rs. 2.2 lakh to each gram panchayat in Kamareddy Assembly constituency. Around 100–125 panchayats are expected to benefit in the coming months.
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SMP International School, Hydershakote, organised Robotics Expo 2025, enabling students to demonstrate technical skills and creativity. Projects like ‘Robo Lite 2.0’ and ‘Guest Counter’ highlighted robotics fundamentals and smart automation, while school leaders emphasised STEM learning and hands-on experience.
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Cyberabad Traffic Police caught 409 drunk driving offenders, mostly two-wheeler riders, during a special check. BAC levels ranged from 35 mg/100 ml to 550 mg/100 ml. All offenders will face court proceedings, with fines and social service imposed in some cases.
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RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat said the organisation has no enemies and works solely for Hindu unity and social betterment. Addressing centenary celebrations in Kolkata, he dismissed attempts to link the RSS with politics and reiterated its cultural and social mission.
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Indian Railways has announced a marginal fare revision effective December 26 to raise Rs 600 crore in revenue. The increase applies only to long-distance travel, while suburban and season ticket fares remain unchanged to protect affordability.
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Last week, the combined market valuation of six of India’s top-10 firms rose by Rs 75,256.97 crore, led by TCS and Infosys, while HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Bajaj Finance, and LIC saw declines amid a 338-point drop in the BSE index
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INSPACe plans to establish 'Antariksh Prayogshala' space labs at seven Indian academic institutions, providing hands-on training in space technology, fostering industry-academia collaboration, and preparing skilled talent to support India’s growing space economy projected to reach $44 billion by 2033
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The NIA arrested Gade Innaiah, a social worker from Jangaon, Telangana, under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act for alleged links with CPI (Maoist). He runs an orphanage for 200 children. NIA cited investigation and witness protection as grounds for custody.
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India has suspended visa operations at its Chittagong centre in Bangladesh following heightened tensions after student leader Sharif Osman Hadi’s death, amid attacks on Indian missions and large-scale protests, with operations to resume only after a security review
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Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav accused the BJP government of promoting monopolies under a “one nation, one businessman” agenda, warning it could lead to profiteering, inflation, exploitation of workers, and marginalisation of farmers and minority communities
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Vedanta chairman Anil Agarwal reaffirmed commitment to regular dividends even after the NCLT-approved demerger into five pure-play entities. The group plans a US$20 billion expansion across metals, power, and oil & gas, aiming for significant domestic and global growth
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BRS leader S. Niranjan Reddy demanded immediate elections to cooperative societies in Telangana, alleging that the Congress government was planning to appoint nominated boards to avoid a farmers’ backlash. He warned against dissolving elected bodies and called the move undemocratic.
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An attempted burglary at three apparel stores in Adilabad town failed on Saturday night after unidentified persons broke open shutters but could not access cash counters. Alerted by locals, police rushed to the spot, examined CCTV footage and launched an investigation.
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The CBI is probing a former accounts officer at India’s Geneva Mission for siphoning over CHF 2 lakh (₹2 crore) using fake QR codes to fund crypto-gambling. The scam surfaced during an audit, leading to his repatriation
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Nearly 60 per cent of deliveries in Telangana are conducted through C-sections, the highest in India, with studies flagging a large share as preventable. Experts warn that without policy intervention, the State will continue to top national rankings for surgical births.
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The Railway Ministry announced a fare hike effective December 26, 2025: 1 paise per km for ordinary class beyond 215 km, 2 paise per km for non-AC mail/express and AC classes, expected to generate ₹600 crore by March 2026
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Kerala bid farewell to legendary Malayalam actor, director, and screenwriter Sreenivasan, who passed away at 69. Thousands, including film personalities and politicians, attended his cremation with state honours, paying tribute to his wit, humane storytelling, and lasting impact on Indian cinema
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Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed praised India’s white-ball cricket success and emphasized improving Pakistan’s talent, infrastructure, and domestic competition. He expressed confidence in upcoming T20 World Cup performance, highlighted mental toughness, and underscored accountability and criticism as part of cricket development
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A Parliamentary panel has recommended granting the Auroville Foundation INI status, citing UNESCO recognition and its global peace contribution. The report suggested amending the Auroville Foundation Act, providing sustainable funding, and maintaining independent visa procedures for residents
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At least nine people were killed after gunmen opened fire at a tavern and on nearby streets in South Africa’s West Rand region. Police have launched a full-scale investigation, with no arrests made and the motive still unknown.
