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Karnataka holds India’s largest wild elephant population, with Chamarajanagar hosting over 2,500. Strong conservation measures and reduced human-elephant conflict have boosted numbers, making the district a model for wildlife preservation.
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India has expanded its ban on Bangladeshi imports via land ports to include more jute products, routing them only through Nhava Sheva seaport. The move, amid worsening ties, follows earlier restrictions on garments and processed foods, impacting $770 million in trade
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Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy renewed his attack on the Congress high command for denying him a cabinet berth, questioning why Nalgonda was overlooked despite similar representation in Khammam. He urged the party to honour its promise and avoid discrimination in development works.
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Fourteen-year-old sailors Vinod Dandu and Badrinath Nirudu from Secunderabad delivered an impressive 14th-place finish at the World Championships in the Czech Republic, marking India’s return to Cadet Class sailing with strong performances.
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The Supreme Court restrained Assam Police from taking coercive action against journalist Siddharth Varadarajan over an FIR linked to an article on Operation Sindoor. The court issued notice on a plea challenging BNS Section 152, which criminalises acts endangering India’s sovereignty
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The SIT has widened its search near Point No. 13 on the Netravathi Riverbank in Dharmasthala, using drone-mounted Ground Penetrating Radar. The operation follows claims of mass burials, with security tightened and access restricted while investigators scan newly cleared areas for possible evidence.
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BRS leader KTR has sent a legal notice to union minister Bandi Sanjay over alleged defamatory phone tapping remarks, seeking an unconditional apology within seven days or facing civil and criminal action.
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Taylor Swift announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, after a cryptic countdown on her website. No release date was given, but vinyls ship before October 13. It’s her first album since regaining ownership of her catalog
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Six armed men robbed Khazana Jewellery in Chandanagar at gunpoint, injuring the deputy manager and stealing 1 kg of silver ornaments. Cyberabad Police formed special teams to track the suspects, suspected to be an interstate gang with links to Kukatpally robbery
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BJP Telangana chief N Ramchander Rao was placed under house arrest and barred from visiting Peddamma Temple in Hyderabad on Tuesday. The protest-linked programme drew heavy police deployment, with BJP leaders accusing the Congress government of undemocratic and discriminatory actions.
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Bengeri’s Karnataka Khadi Gramodyoga Sangha, the nation’s only authorized flag maker, faces a sharp sales decline after polyester flags were permitted, threatening livelihoods of thousands of artisans and the unit’s heritage.
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A global study of 199 events reveals interspecies interactions between dolphins and whales, especially humpbacks, are more common than thought, often involving playful or cooperative behaviours. Using drones and social media footage, researchers found these encounters suggest complex emotional and social capabilities
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An explosion at Premier Explosives Company near Pedda Kandukur, Yadadri Bhongir district, killed one worker and injured several others on Tuesday. The blast caused panic among employees. Police are investigating the cause, and injured workers are receiving treatment.
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Pocket FM’s Sound of Courage tells the inspiring true story of India’s Women’s Ice Hockey Team, capturing their journey from Ladakh’s frozen lakes to a historic Asia Cup bronze, overcoming immense challenges.
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The future of education — and our collective future — relies upon nurturing curiosity and the courage to ask audacious questions
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The India-England Test series on JioHotstar set a new digital record with over 170 million viewers, 13 million peak concurrency and 65 billion watch minutes, marking a strong start to the WTC cycle.
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Actor Adivi Sesh urged the CJI and Delhi CM to reconsider Delhi NCR’s street dog mass confinement directive, advocating sterilisation, vaccination, waste control, and humane care instead. He stressed balancing public safety with compassion in line with India’s animal welfare laws
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The Supreme Court transferred the probe into the 2021 murder of Telangana lawyer couple Gattu Vaman Rao and P V Nagamani to the CBI, citing the need for further investigation. The couple was killed after raising police harassment and custodial death allegations
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War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, gets a trimmed runtime after CBFC cuts 6.25 minutes, including Kiara’s bikini scene and key chase sequences, to preserve the viewing experience.
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Doda district in Jammu and Kashmir hosted a record 1,508-metre Tiranga Rally led by students and officials, marking Independence Day celebrations. The patriotic event featured cultural performances, nationwide participation, and handmade rakhis sent to soldiers under the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign
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INDIA bloc MPs staged their 15th day of protest in Parliament against the Election Commission’s voter roll revision in Bihar, alleging fraud and “silent invisible rigging.” Wearing “124-year-old voter” T-shirts, they demanded the Special Intensive Revision be scrapped before elections
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A small plane carrying four people crashed into parked aircraft while landing at Montana’s Kalispell City Airport, sparking a massive fire. All aboard escaped with no serious injuries. Multiple planes were damaged as FAA and NTSB launched investigations into the cause
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Forest officials in South Tripura rescued ten endangered monitor lizards and arrested a 21-year-old for alleged wildlife trafficking near Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary. The reptiles, seized during a routine check, were released after veterinary examination; authorities launched an investigation into the trafficking network
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Cyberabad Traffic Police have advised early logouts from 3 pm for IT corridor companies on Tuesday to avoid gridlocks during heavy rainfall. Authorities recommend staggered exits to ensure smooth traffic flow and public safety amid strong wind and rain alerts.