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Kim Yo-jong, sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong-un, warned of “unfavorable consequences” if South Korea and the US go ahead with the Iron Mace exercise. She called the joint military drill reckless, amid rising regional security tensions.
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At least seven people were killed and three injured after gunmen disguised as soldiers attacked a pool hall in Ecuador’s Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas. It was the second such shooting in a month, linked to growing gang violence.
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A passenger, Irfan Ahmed, was arrested at Lucknow’s Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport after security staff discovered an 8mm live cartridge in his bag during screening. Police registered a case and took him into custody for investigation.
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Two SC hostel students in Bhupalpally sustained electric shock injuries while cutting tree branches reportedly at the behest of their warden. The branches touched a live power line. The students were shifted to Bhupalpally hospital, where they are stable
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In the latest Weekend Ka Vaar episode of Bigg Boss 19, contestant Neelam Giri stirred controversy by openly accusing Tanya Mittal of being a backstabber and habitual gossip. During a segment hosted by Farah Khan, with Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi joining in, Neelam named Tanya as the most likely to betray friendships.
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Journalists in Manuguru staged a rally condemning the police case filed against reporter V Sambasiva Rao for reporting on farmers’ urea woes. BRS leaders, including KT Rama Rao, extended support to the journalist’s family
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Maruti launched its new Victoris car at Adarsha Automotive in Attapur, Hyderabad. Priced with an initial booking of ₹11,000, the hybrid model offers up to 28.65 kmpl mileage, advanced safety features, and a five-star Bharat NCAP rating
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Gold and Silver prices surged to fresh record highs this week, driven by global uncertainty, tariff concerns, and safe-haven demand, with analysts expecting the bullish trend to continue in near term
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Modi’s China visit revives talk of RIC, signalling a new phase in India’s strategic balancing, but the question remains — is it a troika of convenience or a pillar of multipolarity
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Flipkart India widened its consolidated losses to Rs 5,189 crore in FY25 despite revenue growth, while Flipkart Internet narrowed its losses, highlighting mixed financial performance amid rising expenses and finance costs
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President Donald Trump has proposed a sweeping economic strategy to end the Russia-Ukraine war, urging NATO countries to halt oil imports from Russia and impose 50–100% tariffs on China for its energy trade with Moscow. In a social media post, Trump criticised NATO’s commitment to the conflict and claimed that continued oil purchases weaken the alliance’s leverage.
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Telangana footballer Hrishikesh Charan Manavathi has been picked for the India squad in the SAFF U17 Championship in Sri Lanka, continuing his consistent performances in national tournaments since 2022
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Telugu youngster Ajay Santhosh, 15, achieved the International Master chess title, crediting mentors, family, and determination. With dreams of becoming a Grandmaster, he now seeks support to compete internationally
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Shiva Rama Krishna’s century and G Prem’s six wickets highlighted HCA under-19 matches, while Abhinav’s hundred and R Bhuvik’s five-for powered SN Group to a dominant C-Division victory in Hyderabad
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Four players shared the lead in the Juniors category, while three topped the Open group after three rounds of the Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament at Brilliant Grammar School, Hyderabad, with key matches closely contested
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Former Andhra Ranji cricketer MSR Murthy, originally from East Godavari, passed away in Hyderabad. He represented Hyderabad Schools, South Zone, and Juniors before excelling at Kakinada JNTU and later in HCA Leagues
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Ramreddy Malreddy, Chairman of Telangana State Road Development Corporation Ltd, was elected President of the Telangana Handball Association during its General Body and Executive Committee meeting held in Hyderabad on Saturday
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Jaipur Pink Panthers claimed their first home win of PKL 12, defeating UP Yoddhas 41-29. Nitin Kumar and Ali Samadi starred, while Gagan Gowda’s Super 10 could not prevent defeat
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Addressing a public gathering in Churachandpur, Prime Minister Narendra Modi pledged to transform the strife-torn Manipur into a beacon of peace and prosperity. He appealed to all groups to shun violence and assured that the Centre stands firmly with the people of state.
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At the Gadwala Garjana Sabha, BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a blistering attack on Gadwal MLA Bandla Krishna Mohan Reddy for defecting to the Congress. Accusing him of betraying voters and failing to deliver on key promises, KTR questioned the rationale behind the switch and criticised the Congress for triggering opportunistic defections.
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The Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE) uncovered a drug manufacturing unit in Bowenpally, seizing 7 kg of alprazolam, Rs. 20 lakh in cash, and production equipment. The accused had been operating from a building that once housed a school.
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Two women farm labourers from Andhra Pradesh were swept away in the Peddavagu project flood canal at Chennapuram in Kothagudem district on Saturday. The women accidentally slipped into the canal while returning home after work. Search operations are underway
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Forest Minister Konda Surekha hit back at Warangal West MLA Nayini Rajender Reddy, saying he won “by luck”, after he complained to party leadership over her appointment of two members to the Bhadrakali Temple Trust, escalating the intra-party rift
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AIFISPA has raised alarm over widespread internet disruptions in Hyderabad caused by the indiscriminate removal of overhead fibre cables by the electricity department. Following a meeting with TGSPDCL CMD Musharaff Faruqui, ISPs have pledged manpower and technical support to ensure safe routing and swift restoration of services.