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US President Donald Trump warned India of “massive tariffs” if it continues buying Russian oil, claiming Prime Minister Modi assured him of a halt in purchases. India denies such a commitment, citing energy diversification and market conditions.
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Since the announcement of Bihar Assembly elections, authorities have seized liquor worth Rs 23.41 crore, cash, drugs, and freebies totaling Rs 64.13 crore. Over 750 people have been arrested, with intensive surveillance and enforcement measures in place to ensure fair polling
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K Nidhi has been appointed captain of the Hyderabad women’s Under-19 team for the upcoming BCCI Under-19 T20 Cricket Championship in Mumbai starting October 26. PVN Hansika Rao will serve as vice-captain, with 15 players named in the squad
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A group of former Hyderabad cricketers, including Pragyan Ojha, R. Sridhar and Hari Mohan, turned up at the NexGen Cricket Academy in Thumukunta to watch the Ranji Trophy opener, reminiscing about their playing days and discussing ways to strengthen Hyderabad cricket
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The Enforcement Directorate is tracking seven Pakistani nationals who allegedly procured fake Indian passports via a Bengal racket. The key accused, Indu Bhusan Halder, worked with intermediary Azad Mullick to forge over 250 passports for foreign clients
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South Korean police have sought arrest warrants for 59 of 64 suspects repatriated from Cambodia for alleged involvement in online scams. The suspects were part of investigations into romance and voice phishing scams across multiple provinces, officials said
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for October 2, 2025. May the day bring you happiness
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The Congress released another list of six candidates for the Bihar Assembly elections, taking its total to 60. The announcement came amid continuing uncertainty over seat-sharing with ally RJD, as tensions rise within the INDIA bloc ahead of nominations
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Tej Pratap Yadav, Lalu Prasad’s elder son and Janshakti Janta Dal chief, has been booked for violating the Model Code of Conduct after a viral video showed him using a police-logo SUV with a beacon during his nomination rally in Bihar’s Vaishali district
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A parcel containing firecrackers exploded at a courier point in Parvathipuram town, killing one person and injuring five others. The blast occurred inside the APSRTC complex, prompting an inquiry into how the prohibited parcel was accepted
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to the nation, wishing for harmony, happiness, and prosperity. Sharing his message on X, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the festival of lights would spread positivity and joy across the country
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President Donald Trump said the United States may import beef from Argentina to help reduce prices for American consumers. The move, part of his anti-inflation push, comes as US beef costs remain high due to drought and reduced imports
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Kochi Blue Spikers clinched a hard-fought 15-13, 9-15, 15-8, 15-13 victory over Calicut Heroes in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, with Mouhsin Pa named Player of the Match
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Applications for liquor shop licences have sharply declined in the erstwhile Adilabad district, prompting an extension of the deadline. Traders blame escalating bribe demands by officials and the pressure to supply liquor to elected representatives and bureaucrats for the drop
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Placing the burden of not becoming a rape victim on women themselves smacks of a patriarchal mindset
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The CPI (Maoist) condemned the recent surrender of Mallojula Venugopal Rao and Takkalapalli Vasudeva Rao, labeling them ‘traitors’. A statement issued by the Maoist Central Committee spokesperson urged the public to punish them and urged others who surrendered to reconsider
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Career choices are increasingly reshaped by flexibility, with a growing focus on enjoying work rather than merely simply enduring it
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Boath MLA Anil Jadhav urged citizens to embrace eco-conscious practices during festivals, distributing cow dung diyas made by the Boath Nature Conservation Society and Forest Department. The initiative promotes sustainable celebrations and receives strong community support.
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This Deepavali reflection by His Grace Satya Gaura Chandra Dasa Prabhuji emphasises the festival’s deeper spiritual essence—celebrating the victory of dharma over adharma, reconnecting with divine values, and overcoming inner vices. Through devotional acts and Vedic wisdom, the festival becomes a pathway to inner transformation and lasting peace.
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An auto driver from Sangareddy, Dappu Balaraj, was found dead in Kandi lake after reportedly facing financial hardship linked to the State’s free bus travel scheme for women. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
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BRS leader KT Rama Rao has offered full financial support to para-athlete Mittapalli Archana, enabling her to participate in the South Asian Para Throwball Championship in Sri Lanka. Archana, a tailor from Chandrampeta, thanked KTR for helping her overcome financial hurdles and pursue her sporting dream.
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A national groundwater survey by the Ministry of Jal Shakti has revealed alarming levels of fluoride and nitrate contamination across Telangana, with 28 districts affected by excess fluoride and 32 by nitrate. The findings highlight widespread pollution from agricultural and industrial sources, posing serious health risks.
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The EBC Joint Action Committee has called for legal action against individuals inciting caste-based hatred and defaming forward castes. At a round-table in Hyderabad, leaders reaffirmed their support for constitutional reservations and announced a new committee to address economic and social concerns.
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Dr Abdul Qadeer, founder of the Shaheen Group, has been conferred the Sir Syed Excellence Award 2025 by AMU for his transformative work in Muslim education. His journey from Bidar to national recognition reflects a lifelong commitment to ending school dropouts and uplifting marginalised communities.
