Balineni Srinivasa Reddy, a former Minister and five-time MLA from Ongole, resigned from the YSR Congress Party citing personal reasons. He mentioned that despite his efforts to steer the party in the right direction, his concerns were not addressed by party president Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy. Mr. Srinivasa Reddy emphasized the importance of the welfare…
In a disturbing cyberfraud case in Bengaluru, a 59-year-old executive was accused of money laundering by crooks who simulated a courtroom and conducted a fake online trial. They coerced him into transferring Rs 59 lakh to multiple accounts under the guise of a court order. The victim, KJ Rao, was threatened and surveilled through Skype…
After the Ganesh idol immersions in Hyderabad, there was heavy traffic congestion in various parts of the city, particularly around the lakes. Long queues formed at immersion sites, with some extending for over a kilometre. The situation was worsened as residents returned to the city after the festivals. Commuters, like software engineer Hemantha Nageshwar Rao,…
The NTR District Collector, Police Commissioner, and MLA held a meeting to ensure a smooth Dasara celebration at Sri Durga Malleswaraswamywarla Devasthanam in Vijayawada. They discussed arrangements to accommodate the large number of devotees expected to visit the temple during the 10-day festivities. Security measures and traffic management were also addressed. Suggestions were made to…
The NCP, led by Sharad Pawar, is gaining momentum ahead of the assembly elections in Maharashtra. Several BJP politicians, including those who had left the NCP with Ajit Pawar, are rejoining the party. Former BJP legislator Bapusaheb Pathare and former president of Jalgaon Zilla Parishad Dilip Khopade have joined the NCP, with Pathare expected to…
One of the three missing girls from the Nirbhaya centre in Palakkad has been found at her house. The girls, aged 14 and 17, went missing late at night and were not noticed by security guards. This is not the first time they have gone missing, but were previously found and given counseling at the…
Experts at a seminar in Ahmedabad highlighted the increasing prevalence of cyber fraud and social media crimes due to technological advancements. They stressed the need for education and legal awareness from a young age to build a safe society. Speakers emphasized the importance of cyber hygiene and immediate reporting of cyber frauds to a dedicated…
Arun and his friends stumbled upon a hidden treasure in their village, sparking a newfound interest in archaeology. With the introduction of heritage clubs in government schools, students have been uncovering ancient artifacts in their localities. Trained teachers have been instrumental in kindling this interest, leading to the discovery of burial grounds, inscriptions, and rare…
A mother’s heartfelt letter to Ernst & Young (EY) has brought attention to the tragic death of her daughter, a young chartered accountant who passed away at the age of 26 after only four months at the firm. EY has responded with condolences and claims of providing assistance to the family. The mother highlighted the…
The state government in Thiruvananthapuram has tightened treasury control by reducing the limit for bill clearance without restrictions from Rs 25 lakh to Rs 5 lakh. This means that even local bodies will now need approval from the finance department for bills exceeding Rs 5 lakh. This could potentially cause delays in payments and bring…