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Department of Telecommunication launched a new Cell Broadcasting system to alert people during emergencies, with the coordination of NDMA.
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The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority issued a heatwave warning for 64 mandals across multiple districts on Saturday. Temperatures crossed 45 degrees Celsius in some areas, while isolated rain and thunderstorms are likely in parts of the State over the weekend
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Water in Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar has turned green, prompting concern among authorities. Officials attribute the change to monsoon vegetation and summer heat, while intensifying monitoring and testing to ensure safe drinking water supply across Hyderabad.
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Lakshya injured his elbow after an intense quarterfinal match that included several dives.
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The Andaman and Nicobar Islands set a Guinness World Record by unfurling the world’s largest underwater Indian flag at Radhanagar Beach, Swaraj Dweep, involving Navy, Coast Guard, and divers in a coordinated marine operation
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Former minister Jogu Ramanna and BRS cadres staged a rasta-roko in Adilabad district demanding procurement centres for Bengal gram and jowar. Protesters accused the Congress government of delaying procurement arrangements and causing inconvenience to farmers and growers in rural areas
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India’s medical tourism sector is projected to nearly double from $8.7 billion in 2025 to $16.2 billion by 2030, driven by healthcare infrastructure, AYUSH systems, and policy support. The government is also developing Regional Medical Hubs to boost growth
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A woman travelling on the Bagmati Express gave birth to a baby boy after developing labour pain near Warangal railway station on Saturday. Railway officials halted the train at Ramagundam and shifted the mother and newborn to Godavarikhani Government Area Hospital
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India and Ecuador discussed a potential preferential trade agreement and expanded cooperation in healthcare, agriculture, and digital tech during talks between S. Jaishankar and Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld, alongside new MoUs and development grants
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Axis Bank states that the new branch represents progress in its mission to reshape secure banking with enhanced automation, better security measures, and a unique customer experience leveraging advanced locker services.
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The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has extended the deadline for payment of advanced supplementary exam fees with a late fee of Rs 3,000 till May 4. The extension applies to first- and second-year students and failed candidates.
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Hyderabad police arrested a 22-year-old man for allegedly using a fake number plate belonging to another vehicle, causing wrongful traffic challans to be issued. A case was registered in Saidabad after the affected owner filed a complaint.
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A newly married couple was found dead under suspicious circumstances at Kukatpally on Saturday. The man was found hanging, while the woman was found unconscious. Both were declared brought dead at a hospital. Police have launched an investigation.
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The Atomic Energy Regulatory Board approved installation of key equipment at Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant Units 5 and 6, enabling major progress by Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited in India’s nuclear expansion and clean energy programme
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PMK leader Anbumani Ramadoss calls on PM Modi to implement necessary measures to ban cigarettes for individuals born after 2009.
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Search operations continue at Bargi Dam after a cruise boat accident left four missing. National Disaster Response Force, SDRF and Army face rough weather, while two bodies have been recovered and efforts persist
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Security forces in Pulwama arrested a terror associate, recovering arms, ammunition and explosives during a joint operation. Jammu and Kashmir Police said a case under UAPA and Arms Act has been registered
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Three District Reserve Guard personnel, including an inspector, were killed and another injured in an IED blast during a de-mining and search operation near the Kanker-Narayanpur border in Chhattisgarh on Saturday. Police said Maoists had planted several explosives in the region
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Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan chaired his final Cabinet meeting before election results, approving compensation for Valparai accident victims and key administrative decisions, as the state awaits verdict on whether he secures a historic third consecutive term
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The Allahabad High Court dismissed a plea seeking permission for regular Namaz at a Sambhal property, ruling that religious freedom under Articles 25–26 does not permit converting private or public land into unregulated congregational spaces affecting public order
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Speaking about Mandhana, Karthik described her as one of his favourite players, highlighting not just her batting ability but also the calm authority and freedom she brings as a leader.
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The Bharatiya Janata Party accused Arvind Kejriwal of vendetta politics after FIRs against Sandeep Pathak. BJP alleged misuse of Punjab Police, while AAP faced setback as seven MPs defected to BJP
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Punjab Police’s Counter Terrorism Department arrested 21 terrorists in week-long operations across Punjab, Pakistan. Most were linked to Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan, with others from BLA. Explosives were seized, and planned attacks were foiled
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Commuter groups have raised concerns over Telangana’s proposal to introduce free MMTS travel, citing financial shortfalls, operational constraints, and potential overcrowding. They suggest a targeted reimbursement model instead, while highlighting unresolved infrastructure gaps and last-mile connectivity issues.
