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The Delhi government reduced VAT on aviation turbine fuel from 25% to 7% to support airlines and passengers amid global fuel uncertainty linked to the West Asia conflict. The decision was approved during a Cabinet meeting chaired by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari alleged that people in Diamond Harbour were denied voting rights for a decade and said the upcoming Falta repolls would restore democracy. He also announced a probe into properties linked to Abhishek Banerjee and promised development initiatives
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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant said the judiciary should function like 24x7 hospitals to address the common man's needs and called for deeper use of technology and AI in courts to speed up justice delivery during a programme at the Madhya Pradesh High Court
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Vijay continues the trend of Chief Ministers in TN retaining the important portfolio with themselves
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West Bengal Police registered an FIR against Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee over alleged inflammatory remarks made during the recently concluded assembly elections. The case was filed following a complaint alleging provocative comments related to post-poll violence and the vote-counting process
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu announced cash incentives of Rs 30,000 and Rs 40,000 for the birth of third and fourth children respectively to address declining population growth, while also outlining welfare, irrigation and waste-clearance initiatives in Srikakulam district
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Seven Northeastern states have begun preparations for the Election Commission’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Authorities are conducting training, surveys, and consultations with political parties to ensure transparent, inclusive, and accurate voter lists ahead of the publication of revised rolls later this year
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Karimnagar police conducted searches at the residence of Bandi Sai Bageerath in Jyothinagar following a lookout notice issued against him in a POCSO case. Teams also searched his relatives’ homes and extended the operation to Hyderabad after he failed to surrender.
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Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University will hold 'Seed Week' from May 23 to 30 as part of the State’s 99 Days programme. The initiative will benefit 1.5 lakh farmers with quality foundation seed that can be reused for three years.
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India is implementing one of the world’s largest dam rehabilitation programmes under DRIP, covering 736 dams across states and central agencies. The Jal Shakti Ministry said ageing infrastructure, climate variability and storage loss have increased focus on dam safety, resilience and digital monitoring systems
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Telangana will begin the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls on June 25 with house-to-house enumeration. Draft rolls will be published on July 31, while claims and objections can be filed till August 30. The final electoral roll will be released on October 1
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Cyberabad cybercrime police have arrested six members of an inter-state racket accused of duping bank customers through SIM manipulation and OTP diversion.
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India rejected the latest ruling by the Court of Arbitration under the Indus Waters Treaty, calling it illegal and void. The government maintained that the treaty remains in abeyance following the Pahalgam terror attack and asserted its sovereign right to suspend treaty obligations
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Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has announced traffic diversions on Uppal Ring Road from May 17 due to corridor works. The road towards Warangal will be closed, with alternative routes issued for commuters and heavy vehicles advised to use the Outer Ring Road via Hayathnagar.
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Rahul Gandhi demanded the removal of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan over the NEET paper leak controversy, accusing the government of betraying millions of students. He alleged widespread institutional failure, questioned Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s silence, and called for accountability in the education system
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Kanchanbagh police arrested a five-member gang involved in mobile phone snatching and pocket picking in Hyderabad. Fourteen mobile phones were seized. The gang reportedly erased device details before selling them to a receiver, who was also taken into custody.
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Villagers from Thimmapur and nearby areas remembered former HRC chairman Gunda Chandraiah as an inspiration who guided and supported thousands. The retired High Court judge, who passed away at 72, was praised for helping poor litigants and motivating youth to excel
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A 21-year-old man sustained serious injuries after jumping off a building while being chased by monkeys in Narsapur town of Medak district. Locals blamed civic authorities for failing to control the growing monkey menace despite repeated complaints
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Karnataka government has formed a six-member Cabinet sub-committee headed by Home Minister G Parameshwara to study and implement the State Education Policy. The panel will review the Thorat Commission report and recommend reforms covering curriculum, universities, and higher education structure
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Prasanth won a bronze in the Asian para throwball championship
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Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal said intra-BRICS trade has grown significantly but still accounts for only 5 per cent of global trade, highlighting untapped potential. India, holding the BRICS chairship, emphasized stronger integration, value chains, and expanded cooperation in goods and services.
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Tamil Nadu CM C. Joseph Vijay is preparing a major cabinet expansion after assuming office on May 10. Alliance partners, including Congress and other supporting factions, are likely to get ministerial berths as the government finalises a 34-member cabinet structure
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Kothagudem Superintendent of Police B Rohith Raju distributed Rs 55.60 lakh in government-sanctioned rewards to 10 surrendered Maoists. The beneficiaries belonged to different cadres and were encouraged to utilise the money wisely for rehabilitation and sustainable livelihoods
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“Everybody is working really hard on fitness. As everybody knows, fitness is important to beat any team,” Tete said.
