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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at more than 20 locations in Karnataka and Haryana in connection with alleged illegal iron ore exports through Belekeri port. The raids are part of a money laundering probe based on CBI cases ordered by the Supreme Court

Suryapet Collector Tejas Nand Lal Pawar suspended four Revenue Department employees after finding them absent during a surprise inspection at the Munagala Tahsildar office. He seized the attendance register and sought a detailed report from the Tahsildar.

Villagers in Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Kodangal constituency protested against the relocation of a medical college, veterinary college and school from Appayapally to Lagacherla, alleging the move would halt local development and favour industrial projects in the new location.

Telangana Forest Minister Konda Surekha’s attendance at the Cabinet meeting is uncertain following the N Sumanth controversy. Daughter Sushmita alleges targeting by senior leaders, while husband Konda Murali maintains no disputes with CM Revanth Reddy, as political tensions simmer.

The Supreme Court dismissed Telangana government’s plea challenging the High Court’s stay on 42% Backward Class reservation in local body elections. The apex court directed elections to proceed without reservations and asked the High Court to decide the case on merits.

Endowments Minister Konda Surekha stands by former OSD N Sumanth after police visit her residence following his termination over alleged extortion. Her daughter Sushmitha accuses senior Congress leaders of targeting the family, intensifying Telangana political tensions.

The Telangana government has transferred Medaram Jathara works from Endowments to Roads & Buildings department, citing technical limitations. The move, seen as a snub to Minister Konda Surekha, has heightened political tensions with senior Congress leaders including Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy and CM Revanth Reddy.

Tensions surfaced at Konda Surekha’s Hyderabad residence as her daughter alleged Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy interfered with Rs.71 crore Medaram Jathara tenders. The episode exposes growing infighting and allegations of corruption among Congress Ministers in Telangana.

BJP Telangana has issued show-cause notices to former MP B Venkatesh Netha and BJP Peddapalli in-charge Gomase Srinivas for reportedly clashing during a party tour. The leaders allegedly abused each other, violating organisational norms, prompting disciplinary action.

In Mancherial, a couple allegedly killed their 10-year-old daughter before dying by suicide, unable to cope with the death of their 12-year-old son from viral fever. All three succumbed to pesticide poisoning, leaving the family devastated.

Balkrishna Industries Ltd (BKT) will be the title sponsor for Cricket Australia’s upcoming Men’s ODI and T20 International series against India. The three-match ODI series starts October 19 in Perth, and the five-match T20I series begins October 29 in Canberra.

Konda Murali denied involvement in the recent OSD episode at Konda Surekha’s residence, said he has “no feuds” with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and insisted his daughter Konda Sushmitha had every right to voice concerns, while rejecting past allegations against his family.

Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade amid global market rallies and US Fed rate cut hopes. Fresh foreign fund inflows and strong Q2 earnings from Axis Bank boosted sentiment. Asian markets traded higher; trade talks with the US continue

Infosys founder Narayana Murthy and author Sudha Murthy have declined to participate in Karnataka’s ongoing caste census, submitting self-attested letters to the state Backward Classes Commission, citing personal reasons and stating their participation would not benefit the government.

Following the Gaza ceasefire, President Donald Trump said his focus has turned to ending Russia’s war on Ukraine. He plans to host Zelenskyy and is weighing Tomahawk missile sales to Kyiv as leverage to push Moscow toward peace talks.

Rahul Gandhi alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is “frightened” of US President Donald Trump, allowing him to announce India’s decision to stop Russian oil imports. The Congress leader also accused Modi of outsourcing key policy decisions to Washington.

The government has merged 13 Provident Fund (PF) withdrawal provisions into one simplified framework, enabling employees to withdraw up to 75% of their PF balance — including employer contributions — after 12 months, easing eligibility and reducing claim rejections.

A US federal judge in California has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from firing federal employees during the ongoing government shutdown, siding with unions that argued the layoffs were unlawful and politically motivated. The injunction affects over 4,000 workers.

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed Prime Minister Narendra Modi as “a great man” and claimed India has assured him it will stop buying Russian oil. Trump said he may meet Modi during the upcoming ASEAN Summit in Malaysia.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday launched and laid foundation stones for development projects worth ₹13,430 crore in Andhra Pradesh, covering power, roads, railways, petroleum, industry, and defence sectors to spur investment, create jobs, and strengthen infrastructure in Rayalaseema and coastal regions.

A 25-year-old man, Antagiri Srinu, died after a speeding car rammed his motorcycle on Vikarabad Bridge on Wednesday night. Police said Srinu died on the spot, registered a case, and seized the vehicle involved in the accident.

Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz ordered the IDF to draft plans to resume a Gaza offensive if Hamas fails to demilitarise and return all hostage remains, warning that Israel — with U.S. coordination — would act to defeat Hamas and dismantle its infrastructure.

Noman Ali claimed 10 wickets and Shaheen Afridi produced a late reverse swing burst as Pakistan defeated South Africa by 93 runs in Lahore to take a 1-0 lead in the series and end South Africa’s 10-Test unbeaten run