Former Tamil Nadu BJP president K. Annamalai revealed that Union Home Minister Amit Shah asked him to move to Delhi and take up a responsibility for over three years. Annamalai said he declined, choosing instead to remain in Tamil Nadu and continue working for the people and social change.
The Andhra Pradesh government has reportedly finalised Varla Ramaiah and Dalavayi Ramadevi for the two vacant Governor quota MLC posts. The nominations are said to represent SC and BC communities. Meanwhile, the PDF has announced M. Hanumantharao as its candidate for the Guntur Krishna teachers’ MLC constituency.
A firing incident at Varanasi Airport left two AAICLAS screeners injured during passenger weapons screening on Sunday morning. The incident reportedly occurred around 9:30 AM when a passenger travelling to Mumbai fired rounds. The injured staff were rushed to a trauma centre. Further details are awaited as officials investigate the incident.
An Indian Navy sailor, his wife and their two children were found dead at their residence in Navy Nagar, Colaba, on August 15. The Indian Navy confirmed the incident, stating that a police investigation is underway and that it is extending all possible assistance.
Ranbir Kapoor’s much awaited Ramayana will reportedly have different versions for India and China as per Hindi media reports. The Chinese version is said to be 33 minutes shorter and will be released as Ramayana: The Legend of the Prince, reportedly due to China’s strict content regulations.
Premalu has reportedly been temporarily removed from JioHotstar amid preparations for its Hindi remake. The Malayalam blockbuster, which gained a massive following across languages, is said to have been taken down as the makers work around the remake’s release plans. Further clarity on its streaming return is awaited.
After the blockbuster success of the Dhurandhar series, Ranveer Singh is set to headline Pralay: The Fight for Survival of Humanity. The film goes on floors today, marking his next major project. Directed by Jai Mehta, it also stars Lokah fame Kalyani Priyadarshan in a pivotal role and boasts an exciting production team.
Visakhapatnam Airport is set to stop scheduled commercial flight operations from midnight, ahead of Bhogapuram International Airport beginning operations on August 17. The Civil Aviation Ministry has announced the suspension for 30 years, while allowing exceptions during national emergencies. The move marks a major shift in Andhra Pradesh’s aviation landscape.
Bar Council of India chairperson Manan Kumar Mishra has apologised to law students following the controversy surrounding the NALSAR convocation. His apology comes after students raised objections over the invitation extended to Chief Justice Surya Kant. The development marks a significant step towards easing tensions surrounding the event.
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan fell ill again with a high fever on Saturday, forcing him to skip the ‘At Home’ event at Lok Bhavan. After attending Independence Day celebrations in Kakinada, he left a Rajahmundry event midway due to worsening health and was advised complete rest by doctors.
Sree Vishnu’s upcoming period action entertainer Comrade Kalyan is reportedly eyeing an October 9 release. While the makers are yet to officially announce the date, sources indicate that the team is planning for a festive season arrival. The film stars Mahima Nambiar as the female lead.
Rangabali fame Pawan Basamsetti’s upcoming comedy entertainer featuring Satya and Yogi Babu has been titled Golden Bhagyam. The film, which brings together two popular comedy actors from Telugu and Tamil cinema, was launched earlier at Ramoji Film City. Pawan is directing and co producing the project, with more details expected soon.
Former YSRCP minister Sidiri Appalaraju has been granted bail after spending 23 days in remand over alleged attempts to tamper with evidence in his son’s accident case. During his time in jail, YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy stood by him and extended support. The bail has brought relief to YSRCP supporters.
The Adani Group is set to establish a ₹16,000 crore titanium plant in Srikakulam, with Karan Adani and his team recently meeting Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The group also presented plans for a Data Centre and IT Park in Visakhapatnam, along with an university, international school and major healthcare projects.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has received a major relief as the Supreme Court refused to interfere with the AP High Court order quashing the FIR against him and Minister Ponguru Narayana in the Amaravati land pooling case. The bench observed that political battles should not be fought through courts.
The Supreme Court has quashed all FIRs registered against comedian Samay Raina and others over allegedly insensitive remarks concerning persons with disabilities on India’s Got Latent. The court’s decision brings relief to the comedian and other individuals named in the cases, ending the legal proceedings arising from the controversial episode.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has received a major relief as the Supreme Court stayed the Madras High Court order blocking government jobs for eligible kin of Karur stampede victims. The state government had announced employment for deserving family members of those who died, but the High Court had earlier barred the move.
Seven workers were killed and 14 injured after water and debris flooded an under construction hydropower tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district. Rescue teams from the NDRF, SDRF and other agencies are working to reach the remaining trapped worker, while the injured have been shifted to nearby hospitals.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has tightened norms for ambulances operating on national highways. Ambulances must reach crash sites within 10 minutes when the accident is within 10 km. Failure to meet the deadline can attract a ₹10,000 penalty, while victims must reach hospitals within the golden hour.
Air India has reportedly introduced compulsory drug screening for all its pilots, going beyond the testing currently prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The move comes amid growing concerns over aviation safety and aims to strengthen internal monitoring and ensure pilots remain fit for duty.