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M K Stalin demanded the Centre roll back the steep ₹993 hike in commercial LPG prices, alleging timing after elections and accusing the government of using the West Asia crisis as an excuse, ignoring public welfare concerns
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Suvendu Adhikari accused Mamata Banerjee of “dramabazi” over her visit to a counting centre, dismissing EVM tampering claims and asserting BJP will win as tensions escalate ahead of result day
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As many as 2,762 students will appear for the NEET-UG examination in Khammam on May 3. Officials have set up seven centres and reviewed arrangements, including surveillance measures, to ensure smooth conduct of the exam.
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Six persons, including two women and two children, were killed after a speeding car rammed into a stationary lorry on the Outer Ring Road near Shamshabad in Hyderabad. The impact left the car badly mangled. Police have launched an investigation
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu said development progresses where farmers willingly provide land, citing Amaravati as a successful model. He also highlighted welfare schemes, infrastructure projects, technology investments and labour welfare initiatives while addressing a public meeting in Krishna district
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The Andhra Pradesh government has operationalised its Sustainable Electric Mobility Policy 4.0 by notifying five model e-mobility cities. The initiative aims to promote green transport systems, EV infrastructure, clean energy integration and sustainable urban mobility across key cities in the state
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Lieutenant General Vijay B Nair has assumed charge as Commandant of The Infantry School, Mhow. With 38 years of service, he brings extensive experience in command, staff and instructional roles, along with several prestigious military honours.
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Peddi starring Ram Charan and Janhvi Kapoor will release on June 4, 2026, with the makers announcing the new date alongside a poster, after postponing its earlier March release
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The deaths of Tigress T141 and her four cubs within nine days at Kanha Tiger Reserve have raised fears of a possible Canine Distemper Virus outbreak. Wildlife experts are conducting forensic and laboratory investigations to confirm the source of the suspected infection
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A 60-year-old man died of suspected sunstroke in Jammikunta, Karimnagar, after collapsing at home following work in agricultural fields. He was rushed to hospital but died during treatment. Police have registered a case and started investigation.
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said the state spends Rs 33,000 crore annually on social security pensions for 62.47 lakh beneficiaries. He also highlighted welfare governance, electricity tariff reduction and accountability measures for MLAs during a public meeting in Krishna district
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Six members of a family were killed in a road accident on the Outer Ring Road near Shamshabad while returning from a pilgrimage. One woman is critically injured. Police suspect driver fatigue may have caused the car to crash into a stationary truck.
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Adani Group Chairman Gautam Adani said the conglomerate will add Rs 2 lakh crore in new assets this year amid rapid business growth. Addressing employees on Labour Day, he highlighted major infrastructure, airport, energy and redevelopment projects contributing to India’s development journey
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Pandemonium erupted in the Punjab Assembly during a special Labour Day session after Congress demanded breath analyser and dope tests for all MLAs, including Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann. Heated exchanges, a walkout and allegations over conduct inside the House intensified political tensions
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Narcotics Control Bureau seized 349 kg cocaine worth Rs 1,745 crore in Mumbai, busting a transnational cartel under “Operation White Strike”, with contraband concealed in imported machinery and warehouses, following months of intelligence-led investigation
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Cyberabad Municipal Corporation recorded a significant rise in property tax collection under the Early Bird scheme, with a 16 percent increase over last year. Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation also reported higher collections, reflecting improved revenue performance.
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India on Friday launched its first Multi-Lane Free Flow barrier-less tolling system at Gujarat’s Choryasi toll plaza on NH-48. The automated system uses ANPR and FASTag technology to enable seamless toll collection, reduce congestion, improve fuel efficiency and modernise highway infrastructure
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Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said the government supports learning Marathi but will not tolerate violence or intimidation in the name of language pride. His remarks came amid controversy over mandatory Marathi learning for non-Marathi-speaking autorickshaw drivers in the state
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A woman’s testimony at a government programme in Khammam has sparked questions about the fairness of the Indiramma Housing Scheme. Despite claiming poverty, she revealed her children were well-settled, raising concerns among citizens about whether genuine beneficiaries are being selected.
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A 26-year-old nurse died in Thiruvananthapuram due to suspected amoebic meningoencephalitis, prompting concern as Kerala health officials warn of possible fresh cases linked to contaminated water and climatic conditions favouring the spread of such infections
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Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah warned that if the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls affects the West Bengal Assembly election outcome, it could create a dangerous precedent. He also criticised exit polls and commented on rising prices and unemployment issues
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The Election Commission of India ordered repolling in 15 polling stations in West Bengal on May 2 after complaints from Phase 2 voting, marking the first repoll in the ongoing Assembly elections
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An election office of Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam was allegedly set on fire near Srirangam, with minor damage reported, as police registered a case and launched a probe to identify the miscreants ahead of vote counting
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The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a dip in temperatures and above-normal rainfall across Telangana in the first week of May.