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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan directed authorities to intensify inspections and prevent untreated sewage, industrial effluents and aquaculture waste from polluting the Godavari River. The government also launched a clean-river action plan ahead of the upcoming Godavari Pushkarams festival

BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tributes to Sircilla Municipality councillor Kasarla Padma, who died after suffering a heart stroke while undergoing treatment in Karimnagar. Rama Rao visited her residence and consoled the bereaved family members in Sircilla.

At least 12 persons died and three others were hospitalised after consuming suspected methanol-laced liquor in Pune and Pimpri Chinchwad. Police arrested eight persons, including a key bootlegger, while Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the entire illegal supply ecosystem had been identified

Cyber fraudsters allegedly cheated a village sarpanch in Kalher mandal of Rs 4.12 lakh by promising Rs 80 lakh, a Land Cruiser vehicle and a flat in Mumbai. The accused used fake CBI and Customs documents before demanding more money from the victim

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The Supreme Court expressed concern over increasing misuse of criminal law in matrimonial and commercial disputes while quashing a rape case against a father and uncle. The court said false and vexatious allegations burden courts and can damage reputations, while genuine victims still deserve protection

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded during a routine hotfire test at Cape Canaveral in Florida, causing a setback for Jeff Bezos’ space company. No injuries were reported, but the incident could delay upcoming missions and affect competition with SpaceX.

Lorry drivers staged a protest at the Toopran godown in Medak, alleging delays in paddy unloading and preferential treatment for politically recommended vehicles. Farmers also accused officials of illegal weight deductions and collecting excessive hamali charges during paddy procurement operations

Aakash Educational Services Limited signed MoUs with the Indian Army and paramilitary forces to provide scholarships, tuition fee waivers, mentoring and coaching support for personnel, veterans, gallantry awardees, disabled force members and families of martyrs across the country.

The BRS opposed the Telangana government’s proposal for a separate Rythu DISCOM during an ERC public hearing, alleging it could weaken the existing free power supply system for farmers. Party leaders and farmers’ groups also raised concerns over possible privatisation and reduced rural services

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh released a commemorative volume documenting personal accounts of 100 military personnel involved in Operation Sindoor. The publication captures frontline experiences across India’s armed forces and highlights leadership, courage, and coordination during the operation against Pakistan last year

Telangana Rythu Sangham leaders opposed the proposed Rythu Discom and installation of smart prepaid meters for irrigation connections, alleging that the State government was implementing Central power sector reforms that could pave the way for privatisation of electricity distribution services.

IndiGo reported a Rs 2,536.9 crore loss in the March quarter due to rupee depreciation, operational disruptions and labour law-related expenses. Despite higher capacity and increased total income, multiple challenges impacted the airline’s profitability during the 2025-26 financial year

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah said the government is planning a new “territorial security” framework integrating BSF, police, military and civilians. He also announced major smart-border upgrades, enhanced surveillance infrastructure, and possible expansion of the BSF’s operational responsibilities along India’s Pakistan and Bangladesh borders

Pant took over as LSG’s skipper after the franchise roped him in for a record-breaking Rs 27 crore in the mega auction held in 2024

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan said rendering Vande Mataram in full is not mandatory as no law mandates it. His remarks came after Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar expressed displeasure over the national song not being fully sung during the government’s policy address in the Assembly

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi accused Prime Minister Narendra Modi of ignoring the CBSE on-screen marking controversy and demanded a judicial probe into the contract awarded to COEMPT. Jairam Ramesh also questioned the dilution of technical norms and the hurried implementation of the evaluation system

Nature enthusiasts spotted the rare Forsten’s cat snake in the Kanakagiri hills spread across Khammam and Kothagudem districts. The sighting is believed to be the first recorded instance in Telangana and highlights the rich biodiversity of the Puligundala reserve forest range

The Supreme Court directed a Delhi government-appointed selection committee to complete appointments of the DERC chairperson and two members within two months. The court also sought a compliance affidavit, while an NGO alleged the power regulator’s functioning and adjudicatory role had been severely affected by prolonged vacancies

Two persons, including a farm labourer and a daily wage earner, died of suspected sunstroke in Adilabad and Mancherial districts on Friday. The victims fell ill while working outdoors and were rushed to hospitals, where they succumbed during treatment

A 38-year-old panchayat worker, Jogu Sangeetha, who had gone missing four days ago, was found dead under suspicious circumstances on the outskirts of Degulvadi village in Sangareddy district. Police registered a case and shifted the body for postmortem examination

Farmers have raised concerns after the State government reduced the list of fine variety paddy seeds eligible for the Rs 500 bonus from 33 to eight. Growers fear the move may gradually end the incentive scheme despite higher cultivation risks and costs.