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NASA unveiled a $20 billion plan for a permanent lunar base, announcing three missions this year to deliver rovers, science payloads, and infrastructure. The program aims to prepare for astronaut landings in 2028 and establish sustained human presence by 2032
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A 28-year-old woman from Uganda who developed Ebola-like symptoms after arriving in Bengaluru has been shifted to the state-run Epidemic Diseases Hospital. Her samples were sent to the National Institute of Virology in Pune, while health officials continue monitoring her condition
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The Trump administration announced that 10,000 additional white South Africans, mainly Afrikaners, will be admitted to the US as refugees this year. The move raises the refugee cap while broader refugee admissions from other conflict-hit regions remain largely restricted
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The Telugu Desam Party (TDP) will hold its annual two-day Mahanadu 2026 virtually from its central office in Mangalagiri on May 27–28, instead of the originally planned three-day physical event in Nellore. The decision follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s appeal for fuel conservation amidst the West Asia conflict.
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The Supreme Court will deliver its verdict on May 27 regarding petitions challenging the Election Commission of India’s Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. Petitioners argue the exercise could disenfranchise genuine voters by requiring proof of ancestral linkage to names in the 2002/2003 rolls.
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A long-standing rivalry between neighbours in Patharlapalli village of Ellanthakunta mandal, Karimnagar, turned violent on Tuesday, leading to the death of Nandikonda Raju and injuries to his son Nishanth, who is currently hospitalised.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru stormed into their second successive IPL final with a 92-run win over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1. Skipper Rajat Patidar smashed 93 off 33 balls as RCB posted 254/5 before bowling GT out for 162
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Two ganja peddlers from East Godavari district, Andhra Pradesh, were convicted by the Jagtial court and sentenced to seven years in prison for transporting 16 kg of ganja in an autorickshaw in Kodimyal in 2021.
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Defending champion Coco Gauff advanced to the second round of the French Open with a commanding 6-4, 6-0 win over Taylor Townsend. The World No. 4 overcame an early scare before dominating, and will next face Egypt’s Mayar Sherif
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A 23-year-old chain snatcher from East Godavari was caught and beaten by locals at Kompally, Hyderabad, after attacking a woman and stealing her gold chain.
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Mango farmers in Mancherial district are cutting down orchards due to poor yields caused by unseasonal rains. Cultivation has drastically reduced over the past few years, forcing many to shift to alternative crops or sell land for real estate.
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Villagers of Vallur in Medak district staged a rasta roko on NH-44 demanding an underpass from NHAI, citing frequent accidents and injuries while crossing the highway.
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Hyderabad’s Rajiv Gandhi International Airport has introduced mandatory Ebola screening for all international arrivals, following WHO’s declaration of Ebola as a global health emergency.
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A Congress councillor in Medak, from Bujrampet ward, threatened suicide during a municipal meeting, alleging interference from fellow Congress leaders and denial of development funds.
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The 8th Indian Open Para Athletics Championships 2026 began in Bengaluru with stellar performances. Nishad Kumar won long jump gold, Rakshitha Raju dominated the 1500m T11, and Chaitanya Pathak, Mohammed Basil, Vivek Sharma, and Sharmila also clinched top honours
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Indian Grandmaster Vidit Gujrathi and Dutch Grandmaster Benjamin Bok qualified for the India Rising: Road to EWC Chess LAN Finals in Mumbai. The winner will advance to the Esports World Cup 2026 in Paris after defeating top global Grandmasters
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Chief executives of Air India, Tata Digital and Tata Electronics — key group bets facing mounting losses — made presentations; Chandrasekaran’s reappointment may be discussed on June 12.
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Two passengers sustained minor injuries during the emergency evacuation of over 230 people from an IndiGo A321 aircraft at Bengaluru airport after smoke was detected in the cockpit and cabin.
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A 54-year-old businessman from Ranga Reddy district was declared brain dead and his family donated his organs under the Telangana government’s Jeevandan initiative, benefitting six patients.
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Cyberabad Police Commissioner Dr M. Ramesh inspected ongoing flyover and underpass works at IIIT Junction, Gachibowli, directing officials to ensure smooth traffic flow, proper diversions, and public safety measures during construction.
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The Anti-Corruption Bureau in Hyderabad arrested Tahsildar T. Sucharitha and her driver V. Nagesh after they were caught accepting a Rs 2 lakh bribe as part of a Rs 30 lakh demand for approving a land conversion application in Shamirpet Mandal.
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Hyderabad police booked a food delivery worker after a viral video showed him performing dangerous stunts on a scooter near KBR Park, endangering public safety. He was traced, taken into custody, and his vehicle was seized.
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The Telangana School Education Department has instructed schools and colleges not to share students' personal information, including mobile numbers, with private individuals or agencies.
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The Pope’s intervention in the AI ethics debate carries weight because it comes as a papal encyclical — the Catholic Church’s most authoritative teaching document
