Tamil media reports suggest Rajinikanth and director KS Ravikumar developed a promising story for Padayappa 2 ( Narsimha 2 ) from a strong one line idea. However, the Superstar reportedly felt the sequel needed an extraordinary script to match the original's iconic legacy. Since the current version fell short of that ambition, the project has reportedly been shelved.

Three Indian origin men have been sentenced to prison in London for operating a sophisticated drug trafficking network worth around £174,000. The gang supplied heroin and crack cocaine across west London. One of the convicted men was a serving magistrate, while another coordinated the operation from inside prison.

Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu administered polio drops to children at the Chief Minister's Camp Office as part of the statewide Pulse Polio programme on National Immunization Day. He later interacted with parents, spent time with the children, and enquired about their health and vaccination status.

Microsoft has announced free security updates for Windows 10 until 2027, giving users more time before upgrading. The decision has sparked fresh debate, with critics questioning whether Windows 11 has failed to attract enough users. Many believe the extension reflects the continued popularity and reliability of Windows 10.

Anant Ambani announced a major contribution to Tirumala by donating 25 electric buses to TTD. He will also fund the salaries of 50 bus drivers, while Reliance will set up charging stations. Ambani also agreed to modernize the TTD goshala on the lines of Gujarat's Vantara project.

The Bengaluru Kadapa Vijayawada Economic Corridor is emerging as one of South India's biggest infrastructure projects. The six lane greenfield highway will significantly cut travel time and improve connectivity between Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The corridor is expected to boost industries, logistics, tourism, and investments while creating thousands of jobs across the region.

After generating a decent response for its songs and glimpse, Akhil's Lenin is gearing up for its biggest promotional asset. The film's trailer will be released on June 30, with fans hoping it significantly boosts the buzz. Following multiple postponements, Lenin is finally set to hit theatres on July 10.

Ram Pothineni is all set to begin his next big project with the film's pooja ceremony and regular shoot commencing tomorrow. Celebrity hairstylist Aalim Hakim has already designed Ram's new look. Reportedly mounted on a Rs 100 crore budget, the film revolves around the story of a lone wolf and promises a grand cinematic experience.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Joseph Vijay officially launched the National Pulse Polio Immunization Drive by administering polio drops to children. He also gifted a toy to a child, marking the start of the statewide vaccination campaign and emphasizing the importance of protecting every child through timely immunization.

In a heartwarming act of compassion, Irfana Iqbal, a Muslim woman from Keralam, performed the last rites of Narayanan, a Hindu cancer patient whose family refused to claim his body. Calling humanity greater than religion, she ensured he received a dignified farewell according to Hindu traditions.

A 23 year old pregnant woman allegedly died by suicide after her husband demanded a DNA test for their unborn child. She was five months pregnant. In her complaint, the victim's mother alleged that her daughter had been subjected to continuous physical and mental harassment by her husband.

Police arrested NRI priest Ramalacha Rao at Hyderabad's Shamshabad Airport after he allegedly cheated a software employee of Rs 20 lakh in the name of performing rituals and later threatened him with black magic. Investigators suspect there could be more victims linked to the alleged fraud.

The Andhra Pradesh government has approved bar licences at all airports except Tirupati. Airport bars can operate round the clock, subject to airport operations and security guidelines. Each licence will allow up to three serving points. The policy was framed after studying airport bar models in several states.

A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region on Saturday evening. Tremors were felt across Delhi, Jammu and Kashmir, Pakistan, China, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. As the quake originated at a depth of 215 kilometres, authorities have reported no casualties or major damage so far.

SKN made an interesting revelation about his journey with Allu Arjun. He said Bunny gave jobs to him and a few others in his PR team simply because they were Mega fans. SKN added that Allu Arjun always encouraged his team to grow, helping many of them eventually become successful producers and filmmakers.

The Pune murder case has taken a chilling turn. According to reports citing police sources, accused Siya Goyal allegedly told investigators she believed killing her fiancé Ketan Agarwal was easier than convincing her family to call off the wedding. Police also found she and co accused Chetan Chaudhary reportedly exchanged around 2,000 calls lasting 238 hours this year.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu described himself as the "biggest Gen Z" while highlighting his futuristic vision. He said he always thinks 40 years ahead instead of focusing only on the present, stressing that long term planning is the key to building a stronger and more prosperous future. VIDEO

Visakhapatnam Collector Abhishek Kishore said five of the seven key road connectivity projects linking Visakhapatnam and Bhogapuram Airport have been completed. Dedicated RTC bus services and a dedicated bus bay are also planned. The airport's inauguration date will be announced soon, raising hopes for North Andhra.

MDMK chief Vaiko announced that his party is leaving the DMK alliance and will support TVK in the upcoming by elections. Praising Chief Minister Vijay, Vaiko said the government has eliminated corruption and commission culture. He also confirmed meeting Vijay and expressed readiness to campaign for TVK if invited.

India has exported its first commercial sea shipment of premium Banganapally mangoes to Singapore. The 5 tonne consignment from Andhra Pradesh reached Singapore after meeting strict quality standards. Farmers earned nearly double the domestic price, while APEDA plans to boost global exports through cost effective sea freight.