NTR is currently busy shooting for his next film, in the direction of Prashanth Neel. Titled Dragon, the shoot is happening at a brisk pace. However, NTR's team revealed today that the actor has met with a shoulder injury, resulting in him undergoing a rest phase. Coincidentally, NTR's babai, Balakrishna also met with a leg injury recently while shooting for his next film.

A while ago, an official statement from NTR's

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has approached the Bombay High Court against social media posts linking him and his family to alleged gains from the E20 ethanol programme. The court allowed him to file a civil suit against Meta, other platforms, and unidentified entities accused of spreading misinformation.

The Supreme Court has cleared the construction of the Ram temple in Akividu, West Godavari district. Upholding the District Collector's NOC, the court dismissed a petition challenging the project on government land while permitting fresh legal action if any new objections arise.

With Jana Nayagan crossing the Rs 200 crore mark worldwide, Vijay has now delivered nine films that entered the prestigious club. Very few stars have achieved such consistency at the box office. The latest milestone further underlines Vijay's extraordinary pulling power despite mixed reactions to the film.

The Central Government introduced the Anti Paper Leak Bill in the Lok Sabha amid noisy protests by Opposition parties. Union Minister Jitendra Singh tabled the legislation as Opposition MPs demanded an immediate discussion on the NEET paper leak issue, triggering heated exchanges inside Parliament over examination reforms and accountability.

Varanasi has begun creating serious buzz in trade circles with its ambitious theatrical plans. The makers are reportedly quoting well above Rs 300 crore for the Telugu States theatrical rights. Negotiations are in progress, and all eyes are on whether distributors will match the unprecedented asking price.

TDP leadership has sought an explanation from MLA Bonda Uma Maheswara Rao after he shared a stage with YSRCP leaders at a Guntur event. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reportedly viewed the incident seriously, as the party had already instructed leaders to avoid sharing platforms with YSRCP representatives.

Megastar Chiranjeevi may soon take on a new role in Andhra Pradesh. According to reports, CM Chandrababu Naidu has requested him to become the brand ambassador for the state's upcoming flagship welfare schemes. An official announcement is yet to be made.

The buzz around The Paradise continues to grow as its first single Aaya Sher has crossed 200 million views. The song has become a huge hit across playlists, reels, celebrations, and public events. Nani's energetic screen presence, Anirudh's chartbuster music helped the song achieve this milestone. With this success, the excitement for The Paradise has reached a new high.

After claiming victory with Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke shifted focus to the alleged Punjab paper leak. He said the issue would be addressed soon while confirming talks with the government over student cases, insisting no protesting student should face legal action.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has directed TDP leaders not to share public platforms with the 'Goddali Party Leaders' under any circumstances. During a teleconference with senior leaders, he alleged the party thrives on caste and religious divisions and warned TDP cadres against falling into its trap.

The ongoing Iran conflict has pushed up Diet Coke prices in India by over 10%, disrupting aluminum can supplies. Coca-Cola has introduced larger 330 ml cans priced at ₹50, replacing the popular 300 ml variant, as supply chain disruptions continue to impact the market.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu visited AIG Hospital in Hyderabad to enquire about Nandamuri Balakrishna's health. Balayya undergoing treatment after sustaining a knee injury during a film shoot at Kakinada Port. Doctors are monitoring swelling and a suspected muscle tear.

After opening to a decent response, Chennai Love Story witnessed a healthy jump in collections on Saturday, signaling a solid first weekend. As per early estimates, the film is expected to collect around ₹25 crore in its opening weekend, emerging as a promising success at the box office.

Despite negative word of mouth, Vijay's Jana Nayagan continues to perform strongly in Tamil Nadu. In a surprise turnaround, the film witnessed a noticeable pickup in Hindi markets on Saturday evening, raising hopes of a stronger Sunday. Improved Hindi collections could provide a significant boost to the film's overall opening weekend gross.

The Cockroach Janta Party has withdrawn its nationwide agitation following Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. Calling it a victory for students and youth, the organization said its objective had been achieved and thanked protesters across the country for supporting the movement.

Buying a new Android phone could soon become more expensive. Qualcomm has reportedly informed customers that it will raise chip prices by a double digit percentage for shipments after September 1, citing rising supplier costs and ongoing component shortages. The increase could push up prices of smartphones and AI powered Windows laptops.

Andhra Pradesh Home Minister Vangalapudi Anita's X account was allegedly hacked. After speaking with Cyber Crime IG Ravikrishna, she lodged a complaint with Anakapalli Police, alleging that the breach was a deliberate act. Authorities have begun an investigation to identify those responsible for the cyber attack.

An Indian sailor lost his life after a commercial vessel carrying 10 crew members came under attack in the Black Sea. India strongly condemned the strike, calling attacks on civilian shipping unacceptable. The Ministry of External Affairs is in touch with authorities as efforts continue to ensure the safety of the remaining crew.

According to national media reports citing government sources, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan is unlikely to resign despite the ongoing NEET controversy. Instead, the Centre is expected to take action against more officials allegedly linked to the paper leak as the investigation progresses.

After talks with the Centre, Cockroach Janta Party spokesperson Ashutosh Ranka said the government sought time until tomorrow afternoon to decide on their demand for Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation. He also claimed the Centre gave in principle approval to compensation for victims' families and withdrawal of cases against students.