In a significant move aimed at addressing caste and community-driven social exclusion and discrimination, the Karnataka Legislative Assembly unanimously passed the Karnataka Social Boycott (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Bill, 2025 on Thursday. The bill was piloted by Social Welfare Minister HC Mahadevappa. The newly enacted legislation seeks to penalize individuals who enforce social boycotts through […]
Vijayawada, December 18, 2025 – The Government of Andhra Pradesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Association of Domestic Tour Operators of India (ADTOI). This agreement marks Visakhapatnam as the host city for the ADTOI National Tourism Mart 2025, which is scheduled to take place on February 13 and 14, 2026. The […]
In a significant political development, the Karnataka assembly passed the hate speech bill on Thursday, with the opposition Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) staging protests. The bill, which was presented in the state assembly by home minister G Parameshwara on December 10, was cleared by the cabinet on December 4. The newly passed legislation aims to […]
‘DMK Is a Theeya Sakthi’: TVK chief Vijay Launches Sharp Attack at Erode Rally Erode | December 18 Addressing a massive public gathering in Erode, Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief Vijay launched a direct and aggressive attack on the ruling DMK and rival political forces, branding the DMK government as a “Theeya Sakthi” (evil force) […]
Hyderabad, December 18 – In a bid to address the financial woes of the existing power distribution companies in the state, the Telangana government has ordered the formation of a third discom (distribution company). According to Government Order (GO) number 44, the new entity will commence operations on April 1, 2026, and will be responsible […]
In the spirit of boosting tourism, the state of Andhra Pradesh has made a substantial stride towards enriching river and backwater destinations with the introduction of ultra-luxury boat cruises. The move has garnered participation from private operators who have agreed to station five such boats at the Vijayawada Berm Park stretch and the Suryalanka Beach […]
In a significant decision, Telangana Assembly Speaker Gaddam Prasad Kumar has dismissed petitions seeking the disqualification of five Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) legislators who are alleged to have switched their political allegiance to the ruling Congress. The Speaker’s order was issued on Wednesday, December 17. According to the orders, the petitioners failed to provide substantial […]
The government of Karnataka has taken steps to regulate and potentially ban pigeon feeding in public areas across the state. The decision comes after health authorities expressed concerns about the increased risk of respiratory illnesses linked to extended contact with pigeon droppings and feathers. In a letter penned on December 16, the Health and Family […]
In a notable shift, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) has decided to take a more proactive role in the party’s affairs in Kerala, as the state gears up for the 2026 assembly elections. This move comes after the AICC intervened directly in local body elections, marking a precedent for increased involvement in future polls. […]
Hyderabad, December 17 – The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education (TGBIE) has announced revisions to the timetable for the inter examinations scheduled for March 2026. The alterations come in response to the state government’s decision to declare a public holiday for Holi, which falls on March 3 next year. Originally, Mathematics Paper IIA, Botany Paper […]