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BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the High Court’s stay on Justice PC Ghose Commission report, calling it political vendetta by the Congress government, defending Kaleshwaram project, urging focus on farmers’ irrigation needs and criticising alleged misuse of institutions
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Hyderabad Metro Rail increases services to 56 trains across all hours due to RTC strike, reducing wait times on key corridors. Frequencies improved on Miyapur-LB Nagar and Nagole-Raidurg lines, with possible extension of last train beyond 11 pm for commuters
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Former Mumbai Indians batter Aditya Tare said MS Dhoni’s wicketkeeping during CSK practice is a positive sign of recovery from injury. He hinted the veteran may return against Mumbai Indians after showing full involvement in batting and wicketkeeping drills.
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Citadel Season 2 starring Priyanka Chopra and Richard Madden premieres May 6 on Prime Video, following elite spies reuniting against Manticore. They recruit new operatives for a global mission to stop a conspiracy threatening humanity amid betrayals and escalating danger
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Romania recovered its 2,500-year-old Cotofenesti golden helmet and bracelets, stolen from a Dutch museum in 2025, after a 14-month investigation, with artifacts returned to Bucharest under guard, highlighting heritage vulnerability, ongoing searches for a missing bracelet, and cultural relief nationwide
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Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Ishan Kishan credited mindset and mental strength for his team’s strong IPL 2026 run after a 47-run win over Delhi Capitals. SRH posted 242/2, with Abhishek Sharma’s unbeaten 135 powering their third straight victory.
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An unprecedented energy crisis, triggered by US-Israeli strikes on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, has accelerated a global shift toward renewables. Amid skyrocketing oil prices and supply disruptions, 50 nations are gathering in Colombia to negotiate a historic fossil-fuel phaseout treaty
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A woman constable in Warangal allegedly died by suicide at her in-laws’ house. A suicide note reportedly accused a fellow constable of harassment and mental torture. Police have registered a case of abetment to suicide and launched an investigation.
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BRS leader T. Harish Rao said the High Court verdict on the Justice PC Ghose Commission reaffirmed that truth prevails. He urged the Congress government to avoid vindictive politics and expedite Medigadda barrage repairs to protect farmers’ interests.
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A Bengaluru woman has confessed to killing her boyfriend after tying him to a bed and setting him on fire, police said. The case initially appeared to be suicide but was later confirmed as murder following investigation and interrogation.
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Shekha Lake in Aligarh has been declared Uttar Pradesh's 12th Ramsar site, bringing India’s total to 99. CM Yogi Adityanath and Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav highlighted its role in boosting biodiversity, ecological balance, climate security, and local livelihood opportunities.
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An American tourist was sexually assaulted at a private homestay in Madikeri, Karnataka. Police arrested the accused, Vrujesh Kumar, and the homestay owner, Vishal, following alleged cover-up attempts. Home Minister G Parameshwara emphasized strict legal action and mandatory licensing compliance
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Nellore police busted an organized online IPL betting syndicate, arresting 12 individuals, including kingpin Shaik Fariyaz. Operating via the Radhe Exchange platform, the racket funneled over Rs 37 lakh through 28 bank accounts. Authorities seized cash and mobile devices
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The RTC strike has severely disrupted Hyderabad’s public transport system, leaving lakhs of commuters stranded. With most buses off roads and talks failing between the government and unions, Metro stations witnessed heavy rush while temporary transport arrangements are being explored.
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Telangana schools will close for the 2025–26 academic year on Thursday, with a 50-day summer break starting April 24. Schools will reopen on June 12, while results of SA-II exams will be declared and parent-teacher meetings held.
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In Panna Tiger Reserve and Kanha Tiger Reserve, a tiger and a cub were found dead. While the cub’s death appears natural, authorities are investigating the decomposed tiger carcass with forensic and STF assistance
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Dhurandhar: The Revenge starring Ranveer Singh became the highest-grossing Indian film in the UK, surpassing Pathaan. The film also achieved major global milestones, expanding its international box office dominance.
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The sequel to cult hit Ee Nagaraniki Emaindi has begun shooting in Thailand. Directed by Tharun Bhascker, the film reunites Vishwak Sen, Abhinav Gomatam and Venkatesh Kakumanu, promising nostalgia, humour and a continuation of the original’s youthful charm.
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OpenAI has launched Images 2.0, an advanced image generation model offering improved realism, multilingual support and reasoning capabilities. The update enables accurate rendering, multiple outputs and API integration, while introducing safety checks, though some complex tasks still require human review.
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The central finding from ANSES rests on a straightforward but important distinction- smokeless tobacco products do not burn and therefore do not produce smoke.
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In Strait of Hormuz, Iran’s Revolutionary Guard fired on a container ship, causing damage but no injuries. The incident escalates tensions after recent US actions against Iranian vessels, amid stalled ceasefire talks and rising regional instability
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In Srinagar, Manoj Sinha and Omar Abdullah paid tribute to victims of the 2025 Pahalgam terror attack, reaffirming unity against terrorism and commitment to justice
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The Telangana High Court restrained the State government from acting on the Ghose Commission report on alleged Kaleshwaram irregularities, citing procedural lapses. However, it upheld the legality of the Commission’s formation, granting relief to KCR, Harish Rao and others.
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In Tamil Nadu, over 5.73 crore voters will decide the fate of 4,023 candidates in Assembly polls. DMK and AIADMK lead a high-stakes contest amid tight security and voter turnout efforts