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Jerusalem: Israel has successfully completed the first tests of a new laser-based system designed to intercept drones, missiles and other aerial threats, Israel’s Defence Ministry has said. In the first-phase tests, the system was able, for the first time, to intercept drones, mortars, rockets, and anti-tank missiles, the Defence Ministry added on Thursday in a […]
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Thane: A woman was injured when her father-in-law allegedly opened fire at her from his revolver at their residence in Thane city apparently for not serving breakfast to him, police said on Friday. The 42-year-old woman, a resident of the Rabodi locality, suffered bullet injuries in her abdomen and is undergoing treatment at a hospital […]
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Hyderabad: The Christian community in the twin cities observed Good Friday with daylong prayers, fasting and special mass, remembering the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Churches in the city, which hosted special services, saw a bigger turnout than the last couple of years with more devotees reaching churches after the drop in Covid-19 cases. Many churches […]
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New York: The New York Police have arrested two men in connection with two separate attacks on Sikhs in the city amid rising fears in the community in an area with a prominent gurdwara. A 19-year-old man, Vernon Douglas was arrested on Thursday for allegedly attacking a 70-year-old man “wearing traditional Sikh articles of faith” […]
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New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday greeted people on the occasion of new years being celebrated in their regions. He tweeted his wishes on Vishu and Poila Boishakh, being celebrated especially in Kerala and West Bengal, respectively. Many regions in India celebrated their traditional new year recently, including on Thursday, which is in […]
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By Dhananjay Tripathi The Russia-Ukraine war has stirred international politics, and we are slowly but surely entering into a new world order that will be multipolar where India’s role is critical. The recent visit of foreign dignitaries to New Delhi, including foreign ministers of China, Russia, and the UK, underlines the significance accorded to India […]
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India is known all over the world for its centuries-old syncretic culture and ethos of assimilation. They define the essence of the idea of India. However, the recent string of incendiary outbursts by Hindutva proponents, targeting minorities, comes as an affront to these core values. The case that has triggered nationwide outrage pertains to the […]
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Navi Mumbai: Skipper Hardik Pandya enhanced his reputation as a number four batter with an unbeaten 87 off 52 balls as Gujarat Titans trounced Rajasthan Royals by 37 runs in the Indian Premier League here on Thursday. Hardik, whose strike rate and approach has been questioned at his new position, played responsibly when it was […]
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Hyderabad: The agitation was highly intense and the immediate trigger was the Court Judgement issued on January 3, 1969. The 1969 agitation is an outcome of the severe violation of the Gentlemen’s Agreement in all spheres – most importantly, in employment, education, irrigation and politics. The agitation was highly intense in which, as estimated, 369 […]
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Hyderabad: This article is in continuation to the last article on preparation for the Sub-Inspector of Police recruitment exams. Here are some subject-wise practice questions and answers along with explanations. Average Average is just a mean value of all the given observations or we can say it is an arithmetic mean of observations. Average = […]
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Hyderabad: A written exam was conducted to select Sub-Inspector and police constable aspirants for free coaching at the Police Commissionerate office at Karimnagar on Wednesday. Physical test for aspirants was conducted on Tuesday. The District Collector, in association with the Police Commissioner, would give free coaching to SI and constable aspirants through Varadhi Society, a […]
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Hyderabad: There is a drop in fire accidents in the State in 2021, with 7,149 incidents reported as against 7,899 the previous year, according to data provided by the State Disaster Response and Fire Services Department. Officials are attributing the drop to the high number of awareness programmes organised by the department across the State. […]
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Hyderabad: Article-318. Power to make regulations as to conditions of service of members and staff of the Commission. In the case of the union Commission or a Joint Commission, the President and, in the case of a State Commission, the Governor of the State may by regulations— – determine the number of members of the Commission and […]
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Hyderabad: In view of an increasing number of bank account hacking cases resulting in huge financial losses, the Hyderabad City Police along with the Reserve Bank of India conducted a meeting with representatives of banks here on Thursday. About 51 urban cooperative banks and other banks participated in the meeting, wherein the police briefed them […]
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Hyderabad: From hating her body to feeling confident in her own skin, Pound Kakar has navigated through the dark lanes of self-doubt. Thankfully, she found her solace in pole dancing and Hyderabad now has its first professional pole dancing studio. What started off as a physical activity to distract her from a strained relationship is […]
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Karimnagar: BC Welfare and Civil Supplies Minister Gangula Kamalakar said that in order to bring comprehensive change in the lives of Dalits, Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao was implementing Dalit Bandhu scheme. Minister distributed Dalit Bandhu units to beneficiaries at a programme held in Ambedkar stadium here on Thursday. A total of 769 vehicles worth […]
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Khammam: Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao stood firmly behind Telangana farmers by his decision to purchase the entire yasangi paddy, stated Transport Minister Puvvada Ajay Kumar. He launched a paddy procurement centre at Manchukonda village in Raghunadhapalem mandal in the district on Thursday. The Minister described Chandrashekhar Rao as the true ‘Rythu Bandhu’ for his […]
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Bhubaneswar: Vice-captain Harmanpreet Singh continued his goal-scoring spree with a brace as the Indian men’s hockey team defeated an inexperienced Germany 3-0 in the first match of the two-leg tie to extend its lead in the FIH Pro League standings here on Thursday. Harmanpreet converted two penalty corners for India in the 18th and 27th […]
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Hyderabad: From humiliation and doubts over the development of the new State to the refusal of power supply by the Andhra Pradesh government, Telangana faced many problems after its formation in 2014. The rulers in undivided Andhra Pradesh even said Telangana would be plunged into darkness once a separate State is carved out and there […]
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Mumbai: Back to winning ways, a resurgent Sunrisers Hyderabad will be forced to tinker their successful combination following Washington Sundar’s injury as they face Kolkata Knight Riders in the IPL here on Friday. After a subdued start to the tournament, SRH turned things around with back-to-back wins over Chennai Super Kings and Gujarat Titans, and […]
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Hyderabad: The Municipal Administration and Urban Development Department has taken up biomining projects in 123 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to ensure scientific disposal of waste and reclamation of the existing legacy dumpsites. Biomining is a process through which garbage is treated with bio-organisms or natural elements, facilitating the breakdown of biodegradable elements in the waste […]
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Hyderabad: In a much-needed relief to resident doctors and aspiring medicos of government and private hospitals in Telangana, the National Medical Commission (NMC) has given a green signal to start the academic session for last year’s super speciality courses from April 18. The three-year super speciality courses for the academic year 2021 were supposed to […]
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Vijayawada: The fire accident at a chemical plant in Eluru district that killed six people and injured 12 others late on Wednesday night has raised fresh questions over industrial safety in Andhra Pradesh. The huge fire in the pharmaceutical intermediate manufacturing unit of Porus Laboratories at Akkireddygudem was apparently caused by leakage of some chemical […]
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Karimnagar: BC Welfare and Civil Supplies Minister Gangula Kamalakar said Dr BR Ambedkar, who strove hard for the upliftment of weaker sections, was the pride of the country. He participated in 131st birthday celebrations of Ambedkar held at the Court Chowk here on Thursday. Speaking on the occasion, Kamalakar said that besides struggling for the […]
