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Kuwait’s Defence Ministry confirmed that its air defence systems intercepted 14 ballistic missiles and 12 drones within 24 hours, yet a military camp was struck, leaving 10 soldiers wounded. Warehouses of a private logistics firm were also damaged.

Armed with a strong mandate, Rahman signalled a willingness to bury the hatchet and make a fresh beginning by pursuing a forward-looking relationship with New Delhi

CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao said no funds were released for his constituency despite Ministerial approvals. He raised concerns over delays by the Finance Department and criticised diversion of debates through repeated references to Kaleshwaram.

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticised the Centre in Meerut, saying India has become a "vishwachela" instead of a "vishwaguru". He highlighted farmers’ struggles with electricity supply and mocked Prime Minister Modi’s speeches for lacking tangible results.

Student activist Sharjeel Imam will surrender before Tihar Jail authorities on Monday after the expiry of his 10-day interim bail granted for family reasons. The bail, approved by the Karkardooma Court, came with strict conditions including restrictions on media interaction and social media use.

YSRCP General Secretary Nandamuri Lakshmi Parvathi launched a scathing attack on Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, accusing him of betraying NTR’s legacy and running the Telugu Desam Party without moral values.

At a civic felicitation ceremony in Hyderabad, Retired Chief Secretary Kaki Madhava Rao praised former Singareni CMD N Balram for his humility and dedication to public service. Rao highlighted Balram’s rise from modest beginnings to the top leadership of Singareni Collieries.

Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy criticised his government over fund allocation and alleged bias in development works. He flagged delays in irrigation projects and said MLAs were being forced to seek funds from Ministers and the Chief Minister.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said the Telugu Desam Party’s strength lies in its cadre as the party celebrated its 44th foundation day, stressing commitment, discipline and opportunities for workers amid future political developments.

A Delhi court will hear a revision petition challenging the dismissal of a complaint alleging that Sonia Gandhi’s name was included in electoral rolls before she acquired Indian citizenship in 1983, an allegation she has dismissed as politically motivated.

The Congress announced candidates for 284 of the 294 West Bengal Assembly constituencies, fielding senior leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury from Baharampur and several prominent faces, as the party prepares to contest independently after severing ties with the Left Front.

Beatles legend Sir Paul McCartney will release his new album The Boys of Dungeon Lane on May 29. The record revisits his childhood memories in Liverpool and features the lead track Days We Left Behind, inspired by places from his early life.

AIADMK has fielded several senior leaders and former ministers to challenge the ruling DMK in Chennai, setting up direct contests in 13 of the city’s 16 Assembly constituencies in what is expected to be a multi-cornered electoral battle.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit back at Union Home Minister Amit Shah, saying he should be chargesheeted for his past deeds, and alleged that the BJP would stop the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme and restrict dietary choices if it came to power.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee hit back at Union Home Minister Amit Shah, saying he should be chargesheeted for his past deeds, and alleged that the BJP would stop the Lakshmir Bhandar scheme and restrict dietary choices if it came to power.

More than 10,000 Maoists have surrendered over the last decade as the government intensified security operations and rehabilitation programmes, significantly weakening the Naxal insurgency across the Red Corridor and reducing the number of affected districts and violent incidents.

India’s boxing team will begin its Asian Championships campaign in Mongolia with several key opening bouts confirmed. While some boxers face tough opponents, leading names including Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain have received byes in their respective categories

BRS leader T Harish Rao launched a scathing attack on the ruling Congress, accusing it of admitting irregularities linked to Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy’s company but attempting to cover them up through diversionary tactics. He demanded a judicial or House Committee probe into alleged illegal mining by Raghava Constructions.

A heated exchange broke out in the Telangana Assembly as BRS legislators cornered Kadiyam Srihari over his political stance. The debate intensified over alleged land and mining issues, leading to sharp arguments and tense scenes in the House

The Telangana Assembly has passed the Employees’ Accountability and Monitoring of Parental Support Bill, 2026, mandating salary deductions to support neglected parents. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy described the law as a social responsibility aimed at restoring dignity to the elderly.

Foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Turkiye and Pakistan convened in Islamabad for a two-day summit aimed at de-escalating the West Asia conflict. The talks, held amid stalled US-Iran negotiations, focused on regional security and peace-building measures.

A fire broke out in a flat at Alkapuri Colony in Manikonda on Sunday afternoon. The occupants escaped safely after noticing smoke and flames. Fire department personnel and police controlled the blaze, while officials began investigating the cause.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across several Telangana districts until April 2. Temperatures are expected to range between 36°C and 41°C, with hailstorms and heavy thundershowers likely in some areas.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will distribute 2.5 lakh houses under the second phase of the state’s housing programme from Sullurupeta in Tirupati district. The initiative includes one lakh TIDCO houses and 1.5 lakh other homes.