A reported active shooter incident in Midland, Texas, sparked a major police operation on Friday. Authorities sealed off roads, deployed armored units, and placed a local hospital under lockdown. While investigations continue, residents were urged to avoid the area as law enforcement worked to secure the scene.
Facebook and Instagram suffered a widespread global outage on Friday, leaving millions unable to access accounts, load feeds, or send messages. Users across several countries reported sudden logouts and error messages.
Charu Pandey, a 23-year-old from Raipur, Chhattisgarh, has achieved a remarkable feat by clearing 19 government competitive exams, including SSC and Railway recruitments. Her extraordinary success earned her a prestigious gold medal from President Droupadi Murmu, inspiring aspirants across the country.
Model and former Mrs Kerala runner-up Harsha Sunny was arrested at Mumbai airport after Customs officials allegedly recovered 11.824 kg of hydroponic weed worth ₹11.82 crore from her luggage. Arriving from Bangkok, she claimed ignorance of the bag’s contents. An NDPS investigation is now underway.
India summoned U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Jason Meeks and lodged a strong protest over repeated U.S. naval attacks on commercial vessels in the Gulf of Oman. The Ministry of External Affairs condemned the incidents, which claimed three Indian lives, and demanded measures to prevent further civilian casualties.
BRS leader KTR claimed the Centre may introduce the Delimitation Bill in July and demanded an increase in Assembly seats for Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. He warned against reducing South India’s representation, saying states contributing significantly to national growth should not be penalized for better governance and population control.
The Supreme Court dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s petition challenging the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination in Madhya Pradesh. The court said it cannot interfere in the Returning Officer’s decision and advised Congress to approach the Election Commission if it believes injustice occurred.
Elon Musk has officially become the world’s first trillionaire following the record-breaking IPO of SpaceX. The company raised $75 billion and achieved a valuation of nearly $1.77 trillion, pushing Musk’s net worth above $1.1 trillion. The landmark listing is now the biggest IPO in history and a major milestone for the global tech industry.
The Centre has barred industrial, commercial and institutional consumers from purchasing petrol and diesel from retail fuel stations for up to 90 days. Bulk users must now procure fuel through designated bulk supply channels, while diesel sales at pumps are capped at 200 litres per customer per day.
Hyderabad residents should prepare for moderate to heavy rainfall during the night and overnight hours on June 12, with South Hyderabad expected to receive the most intense showers. Other parts of the city may witness scattered rains. Weather is likely to remain mostly dry until evening before conditions turn wet.
A promising new project is on the cards as Bunny Vas Works and Sukumar Writings join hands to produce a film with Priyadarshi in the lead. The makers are reportedly planning a major surprise with the female lead, adding curiosity around the upcoming venture.
Global sensation Obsession is continuing its remarkable run in India. The film, reportedly made on a modest budget of Rs 7 crore and grossing over Rs 2000 crore worldwide, has now crossed the Rs 50 crore mark in India within 13 days. Trade circles expect the numbers to grow further.
In a dramatic development, US President Donald Trump announced that he has canceled scheduled strikes and bombings on Iran. Trump claimed negotiations have reached a crucial stage and hinted that a potential agreement is close. He added that the time and venue for the deal signing will be announced shortly.
Nandini Reddy has revealed that Maa Inti Bangaaram presents Samantha in a Baasha style template. However, the film is not just about mass appeal. The director says the character is packed with soul, emotion and vulnerability, making it a unique and layered role.
Pawan Kalyan's official production handle has put an end to speculation surrounding OG2. In a surprise update, the team confirmed that the sequel will happen as promised. The timing will be decided after director Sujeeth returns from abroad. The clarification has instantly sparked excitement among Pawan fans.
Marine engineer Suresh Patnaala from Visakhapatnam was among the three Indians killed in the US strike on a vessel near Oman. The 44 year old was set to return home after five months at sea and had already secured leave. His death comes just days before his 15th wedding anniversary on June 24. FULL STORY
The Cockroach Janta Party has announced a peaceful protest in Hyderabad on June 14 as part of its expanding nationwide campaign. The youth driven movement, which gained attention through social media activism, said the demonstration will focus on public issues while maintaining a non violent and constitutional approach.
The Supreme Court will hear Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s plea on June 12 after her Rajya Sabha nomination from Madhya Pradesh was rejected. The nomination was scrapped over alleged non-disclosure of a legal case in her affidavit. Congress has termed the decision unlawful and is seeking urgent judicial intervention before the June 18 polls.
Hyderabad Police Commissioner Sajjanar revealed that the banned QNet network allegedly resurfaced under the name Ignite and attempted a massive Rs 5,000 crore fraud. Police claim the international network has operated under multiple names over the past 25 years, targeting lakhs of unsuspecting victims across India.
The Enforcement Directorate has launched fresh searches in connection with the alleged Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. Simultaneous raids were carried out at 10 locations in Hyderabad, including premises linked to key accused Raj Kesireddy and six others. The ED alleges that thousands of crores changed hands in the scam.