Pawan Kalyan said the alliance has people's support whether elections are held through EVMs or ballot papers. He called the municipal results a sign of public trust in the government's performance and expressed confidence that the NDA would repeat the same performance in the upcoming MPTC and ZPTC elections.

Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel, 30, died after suffering a cardiac arrest following a collision with goalkeeper Jesus Owono during a La Liga 2 match. Owono was sent off for the challenge, which sparked widespread outrage. Spanish police have reportedly launched an investigation. The goalkeeper could face a lengthy suspension or criminal charges if negligence is established.

A massive trade deal could be brewing ahead of the next IPL season. According to reports by Sportstar, Hardik Pandya is likely to move to Punjab Kings, while Arshdeep Singh and Vishnu Vinod could join Mumbai Indians. If completed, this could become one of the biggest trade deals in IPL history.

Actor Srikanth’s daughter Medha is reportedly getting interesting film offers. She is said to be in consideration for a popular sequel, which could mark an exciting opportunity in her career. There is no official confirmation yet, but clarity on the project is expected within a week. Fans are now waiting to know more.

Producer Dheeraj Mogilineni revealed that his upcoming film Summer Holidays has already recovered 70% of its investment through non-theatrical deals. The OTT and audio rights together have contributed significantly to this recovery. Dheeraj shared the details during a recent interview, expressing confidence in the film's business prospects even before its theatrical release.

Andhra Pradesh Education Minister Nara Lokesh shared a positive health update on the Raptadu school attack victim. The girl is recovering well and has been taken off ventilator support. She is awake and responding to treatment. In an emotional moment, she even asked about her school teacher, Lokesh revealed.

Vidarbha left-arm spinner Harsh Dubey produced a stunning performance against Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy 2026, claiming 9 wickets for just 53 runs in 23.1 overs. Madhya Pradesh were bowled out for 209. Atharva Mahajan top-scored with 85. Vidarbha struggled in reply, finishing Day 1 at 56/4, still trailing by 153 runs.

Former West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s nameplate has been removed from the main hall of Kolkata’s Nandan cultural centre. The spot has reportedly been painted saffron ahead of the Kolkata International Film Festival. Interestingly, the nameplate of former Chief Minister Jyoti Basu remains untouched on the premises.

Keerthy Suresh’s direct-to-OTT projects have struggled to impress viewers. From Penguin to Uppu Kappurambu, most received a disappointing response. Saani Kaayidham (Chinni) was a slight exception. Now, her latest series Akka is also reportedly facing criticism for its routine mafia drama. Interestingly, Keerthy continues to explore different genres on the big screen.

Nandamuri Balakrishna and director Gopichand Malineni’s upcoming film Dada is set to feature four songs. The makers are planning to release the first single on Diwali. Thaman is composing the music for the film, which is scheduled to hit theatres on December 24.

Six Indian tourists have reportedly gone missing near Nepal's Shey Phoksundo Lake in the Dolpa district after getting trapped by heavy snowfall. They allegedly ignored local warnings about dangerous mountain passes. The Nepalese Army has been deployed for rescue efforts and authorities are trying to arrange a helicopter as bad weather and zero mobile network hamper the search.

Director Harish Shankar is reportedly stepping in to direct the promo for Netflix’s much talked about MegaVerse talk show, hosted by Megastar Chiranjeevi. The show is expected to feature several big celebrities, including Pawan Kalyan and Ram Charan. The promo is likely to be released in November-end.

Minister Nara Lokesh shared a positive health update on the Rapthadu schoolgirl, confirming that both orthopaedic and plastic surgeries at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, were successful. She has been shifted to the Paediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for close monitoring. Lokesh will visit the hospital this afternoon.

Director Sukumar has shared a long-standing musical bond with Devi Sri Prasad for over two decades. However, his upcoming film RC17 with Ram Charan is set to bring a major change, with Anirudh Ravichander reportedly taking charge of the music. This marks an interesting new collaboration.

Following the disturbing incident in Rapthadu, Minister Nara Lokesh has deployed a team of 20 mental health counsellors to support affected students. The team is visiting the homes of 32 Class X-A students and girl students from Classes 8, 9 and 10.

US Vice President JD Vance caught attention with his unusual Halloween getup. Sporting a long silver wig, a patterned cap and a shiny traditional-looking outfit, he posed while holding a baby dressed in a cute knitted costume. The pictures quickly became a talking point online.

A Class 10 student who suffered critical injuries in a brutal saw attack at a government school in Rapthadu, Anantapur district, has been shifted to Bengaluru for better treatment. Minister Satya Kumar personally visited her at Anantapur Government Hospital, spoke to her family and supervised the transfer in a special ambulance following doctors' advice.

Filmmaker Sanjay Gupta, known for directing films like Kaante, Shootout at Lokhandwala and Kaabil, passed away at the age of 57. He reportedly suffered a fatal head injury after falling at his Mumbai residence on October 30. Filmmaker Ashoke Pandit confirmed the tragic news, leaving Bollywood in shock.

Two oil tankers carrying 29 Indian seafarers came under attacks in separate incidents in the Strait of Hormuz. One tanker was hit by limpet mines, triggering a fire in its engine room. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal confirmed that all 29 Indians were safe, with no injuries reported.

The Tamil Nadu government has increased the upper age limit for direct recruitment to government jobs by five years. Chief Minister Vijay announced the decision on Friday, responding to demands from job aspirants. The relaxation, additional to existing concessions, will remain in force for five years.