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IPL: SRH eye consistency in must-win clash against frail MI

Mumbai: A confident Sunrisers Hyderabad will look to produce a dominant show against a frail Mumbai Indians outfit and move up in the Indian Premier League points table when the two teams clash here on Monday. Placed fourth in the IPL points table with 12 points in 10 matches with six wins and four losses, SRH will be desperate to produce an all-round show and make improvements especially in their bowling department. The Pat Cummins-led side is in the midst of an intense battle between multiple

5 May 2024 4:21 pm
Revanna 'obscene videos' case: Cong attacks PM Modi, Shah, demands answers to '10 questions'

Surjewala also claimed that Prime Minister Modi was aware of the matter but still allied with the JD(S)

5 May 2024 4:18 pm
Madhapur DCP Orders Inquiry into CI's Cable Bridge Birthday Celebrations

Hyderabad: Madhapur Inspector, Gaddam Mallesh, has found himself in hot water after allegedly violating regulations regarding the use of the Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge on Saturday. Previously, the Madhapur police had announced strict implementation of rules prohibiting birthday parties, selfies and gathering on the bridge due to safety concerns after an accident claimed a life of a young man and left others severely injured. However, it has come to light that CI Mallesh along with two others ce

5 May 2024 4:16 pm
Stage set for third and final phase of polling for four Lok Sabha seats on May 7

Guwahati: With electioneering for the third phase of polling coming to an end on Sunday, the stage is set for polling in the four remaining Lok sabha seats of Guwahati, Barpeta, Kokrajhar and Dhubri in Assam. The BJP is contesting in Guwahati, Its ally Asom Gana Parishad in Dhubri and Barpeta while another ally United Peoples Party Liberal is contesting in Kokrajhar. The battle is expected to be tough in Guwahati and Dhubri. In Guwahati, two women Bijuli Kalita Medhi of the BJP and Mira Borthak

5 May 2024 4:06 pm
Madhapur SHO Flouts Rules, Rings in Birthday on Cable Bridge

Hyderabad: Madhapur SHO G Mallesh has flouted the rules set by the Police department by celebrating his birthday with others on Durgam Cheruvu cable bridge. A photo of him cutting a cake on the bridge went viral on social media. It may be noted that on April 8, the Cyberabad traffic police had taken a decision to to levy heavy fines for obstructing traffic on Durgam Cheruvu Bridge in Hyderabad. Taking selfies or celebrating birthdays on the bridge will also attract a fine of Rs. 1000. Rs 1000 fi

5 May 2024 4:03 pm
Rajinikanth stays neutral in Illayaraja-Coolie row?

Recently, the release title teaser of 'Coolie' featuring superstar Rajnikanth and directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, has been marred by copyright woes

5 May 2024 3:03 pm
Several Girls Rejected Prabhas' Love Proposals?

Salaar Box Office: Prabhas Starrer Sees Dip but Continues to Soar Globally Salaar Box Office: Prabhas Starrer Sees Dip but Continues to Soar Globally Netizens go into a frenzy over Tollywood rebel star Prabhas' old video, where he was seen talking about his past relationships. An excerpt from an old interview of the star actor had gone viral on Instagram, where Prabhas was seen confessing that he got many rejections earlier in his life. View this post on Instagram A post shared by @bhimavaram__a

5 May 2024 2:12 pm
Critical Security Alert For Android Phone Users, Details Inside

According to the cyber crime police, a large number of small time criminals are forever scanning social networking sites for potential victims. (Photo: DC/File) According to the cyber crime police, a large number of small time criminals are forever scanning social networking sites for potential victims. (Photo: DC/File) Hyderabad: In a shocking discovery, the Microsoft Threat Intelligence team has identified a malicious pattern in many Popular Android Applications. The Threat Intelligence team h

5 May 2024 2:05 pm
iPhone 16 Features Leaked Months Before Launch

Apple will be launching their iPhone 16 series later this year, as they launch iPhones every year. Right after an iPhone launch it's common to see the leaks of the next iPhones on the internet. Leaks of the iPhone 16 series are on the internet right from design, display, camera, and other details. Before the launch of the new iPhone series, we will get to know iOS 18 with AI-related features this June at the WWDC event. Launch Date: There is no official announcement on the launch date of iPhone

5 May 2024 1:55 pm
AP CID files case against Chandrababu Naidu, Lokesh

The CID swung into action and booked a case against Naidu and his son following directives from the ECI, after the Vijayawada Central YSRC MLA Malladi Vishnuvardhan lodged a complaint with it

5 May 2024 1:34 pm
iOS 18 to Come With AI Features; Apple's Safari, Siri to Get Major Update

Apple's upcoming Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) is set to be held from June 10-14 and the wait is on for the iOS 18 which is set a makeover to iPhones. iOS 18 is set to come with Artificial Intelligence (AI) features to its iPhones and other products. According to a report by Appleinsider, Apple is set to enhance Safari, Spotlight search and Siri with AI-related features. These features will be powered by Apple's large language model (LLM) 'Ajax'. Apple is set to introduce 'Intelligent s

5 May 2024 1:30 pm
I developed Vijayawada East, not Gadde, asserts Devineni Avinash

Avinash called Gadde an incompetent MLA who did not work for the development of the East constituency during the past five years

5 May 2024 1:30 pm
Kakinada SEB cracks down on illicit liquor: Over 600 arrested

The enforcement efforts targeted various aspects of the illegal liquor trade. Arrack: SEB officials seized 6,997 liters of locally-brewed arrack and destroyed 2,65,600 liters of jaggery juice, a common source material for arrack production

5 May 2024 1:06 pm
Several Hyderabad Eateries Selling Expired Items: Food Authority After Raids

Hyderabad: The Commissioner of Food Safety, a wing of Department of Health, Medical & Family Welfare has raided Karachi Bakery in Mozzam-Jahi Market and found out expired stocks of Rusks, biscuits, candy, chocolate cakes, toasts and buns worth Rs 5,200. All these products were discarded by the officials. The other violations include,dates not displayed on pastries and cakes, violating the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations. The officials have also found out multiple

5 May 2024 1:02 pm
Hyderabad: Expired Stocks Found in Karachi Bakery Raid

Hyderabad: The Commissioner of Food Safety, a wing of Department of Health, Medical & Family Welfare has raided Karachi Bakery in Mozzam-Jahi Market and found out expired stocks of Rusks, biscuits, candy, chocolate cakes, toasts and buns worth Rs 5,200. All these products were discarded by the officials. The other violations include,dates not displayed on pastries and cakes, violating the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) regulations. The officials have also found out multiple

5 May 2024 1:02 pm
Hyderabad Pub Raided, 160 Detained for Violating Rules

Hyderabad: The West Zone Task Force police conducted a raid on After 9 pub, located on Banjara Hills Road No. 14, on Saturday night. Police detained approximately 160 people for violating licensing regulations by operating the pub past permitted hours. According to the police, the pub allegedly hired 40 women from other states and encouraged them to perform inappropriate dances to attract customers. A case has been filed against the pub's organizers. The detained individuals received notices und

5 May 2024 12:55 pm
Chandrababu and Pawan Kalyan are uncultured leaders: YSRC leader

Seshu pointed out that Jagan gave YSRC tickets to 31 Kapu leaders in this 2024 election, as well as six MP seats. He criticised Kalyan for campaigning in those constituencies where Kapu leaders are standing as candidates, with the aim of defeating them

5 May 2024 12:52 pm
Probe ongoing, not limited to 3 people: Trudeau on arrests linked to Nijjar killing

Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (AP) Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (AP) Toronto: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said on Sunday that the investigation into the killing of India-designated terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar is ot limited to the arrest of three Indian nationals and is ongoing. Trudeau said that it is important because Canada is a rule-of-law country. The Canada PM's remarks came days after three Indian nationals were arrested for their alleged involvement in the killing of

5 May 2024 12:45 pm
Infant found abandoned, buried in Telangana

Hanamkonda: In a distressing incident, a new-born girl child was abandoned on a roadside and was partly buried under a pile of sand in Damera mandal here on Saturday. Some local women, who were working on the extension of National Highway, noticed the baby's legs underneath the sand and informed the police. On receiving the information, the police reached the spot and shifted the girl child to NSR Hospital for initial treatment and later shifted her to Warangal MGM hospital. The child's health i

5 May 2024 11:59 am
Singeetam Srinivasa Rao Lord Krishna story in Kalki 2898AD?

Legendary Telugu filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao has reportedly shared part of his mythological script with the magnum opus Kalki 2898AD makers. Singeetham has readied a mythological story revolving around Lord Krishna and was planning to make it a big scale in Tollywood, says a source who adds, When the makers of Kalki who are making a sci-fi thriller around Lord Krishna and also mention his last avatar Kalki. They approached Singeetham, who readily agreed to share most of his script on the

5 May 2024 11:57 am
Dhanush stuck in stinking garbage dump for hours?

Tamil star Dhanush proved his acting caliber in films like Asuran and Captain Miller and is known for his realistic performances. Dhanush is truly a passionate actor. He didnt mind standing for more than 10 hours close to a garbage dump yard in Mumbai for his upcoming film Kubera in which he plays a low-key role, says a source who adds, Director Sekhar Kammula who is also known for his realistic filmmaking wanted to shoot an important scene close to the dump yard to showcase the pain of his hero

5 May 2024 11:32 am
A Comprehensive Guide to Proactive Management of CML

Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) is not just a diagnosis; it is a lifelong journey that requires proactive management and emotional resilience. Comprising about 15% of all leukemia cases, CML affects the bone marrow, leading to the uncontrolled growth of white blood cells. While a cancer diagnosis can initially seem daunting, it is important to recognize that CML is manageable with the right approach. Dr. G Sadashivudu, Professor and Head, Department of Medical Oncology, NIMS, Hyderabad says I hav

5 May 2024 11:24 am
Three capitals concept to ensure equal development in all regions: YSRCs Botsa Jhansi Lakshmi

Vizag is rapidly growing, and ranked as the ninth richest city in the country for contributing a significant $43.5 billion to the GDP, the former MP said

5 May 2024 10:28 am
Elon Musk's X Introduces Enhanced Image Matching to Combat Deepfakes

An unnamed Space Internet venture could stretch till Mars, says Elon Musk; Image credit: AP An unnamed Space Internet venture could stretch till Mars, says Elon Musk; Image credit: AP In a proactive move against the proliferation of deceptive media, Elon Musk's platform X has unveiled a significant update aimed at tackling the menace of deepfakes and shallowfakes. The update, dubbed 'improved image matching,' introduces a heightened level of scrutiny on social media content, particularly targeti

5 May 2024 9:35 am
13 postal ballot facilitation centres in Kurnool, Nandyal

Kurnool: District collector G. Srijana has announced the establishment of eight centers to facilitate the use of 15,480 postal ballots across all constituencies in Kurnool from May 6 to 8. Additionally, arrangements have been made for postal ballots for 17,000 people in Nandyal, according to collector K. Srinivasulu. So far, 20,365 people have applied for postal ballots by the polling staff on all kinds of election duties. Facilitation centres have been arranged for all of them as per the instru

5 May 2024 8:03 am
TD complains to CEC on lapses in postal ballots

Vijayawada: Telugu Desam party has complained to the Chief Election Commissioner about certain lapses in the postal ballots. TD senior leader Kanakamedala Ravindra Kumar addressed a letter to the CEC of Election Commission of India here on Saturday, complaining about conduct of postal voting without sharing the list of voters. He alleged that the Returning Officers concerned were not sharing the details of postal ballot voters except for 12 Assembly segments out of a total of 175. He alleged tha

5 May 2024 7:21 am
AP Government Will Provide Free Locations for Shooting Movies

Vijayawada: Telugu film directors have sought development of the film industry in Andhra Pradesh, which owns beautiful locations and a long seacoast line. A Directors Day programme had been held in Tenali on Saturday in which movie directors and film personalities participated. MA-AP organised the Directors Day programme. Dilip Raja, the founder of MA-AP and film director, said there are many natural scenic and picturesque locations in Andhra Pradesh, which could be used for movie shootings. He

5 May 2024 2:05 am
CID To Probe False Propaganda Against AP Land Titling Act

The AP CID is observing World Day Against Child Labour on Monday and its additional director general of Police Sanjay unveiled a poster against child labour. (Representational Image Source: cid.appolice.gov.in) The AP CID is observing World Day Against Child Labour on Monday and its additional director general of Police Sanjay unveiled a poster against child labour. (Representational Image Source: cid.appolice.gov.in) Vijayawada: State election authorities have ordered the AP CID to inquire int

5 May 2024 1:22 am
Denied Funding, Congress Leader Returns LS Ticket

Bhubaneswar: Congress candidate for the Puri Lok Sabha constituency Sucharita Mohanty has declined to contest the elections and returned the party ticket alleging lack of funding from the party. Mohanty, daughter of former Congress MP Brajamohan Mohanty in a mail to AICC general secretary (organization) K C Venugopal on Friday claimed that her campaign in the Puri Lok Sabha constituency has been hit hard because the party has denied funding. She alleged that AICC Odisha in-charge Ajoy Kumar cat

5 May 2024 1:16 am
Centres Report Cited No Punishment of Rohith

Hyderabad: The police report on Rohith Vemula's suicide, issued by the Madhapur ACP and investigation officer, was based on a study of the suicide letter, forensic lab reports, caste certificates issued by the Guntur district collector, school certificates and the report of the MHRD ministry-appointed committee headed by Justice Ashok Kumar Rupanwal (retd). In page 2 of the Justice Rupanwal report, the committee felt that it appeared from the records that the punishment was challenged in the Hig

5 May 2024 1:07 am
Radhika Vemula Challenges Police Report on Sons Caste, Demands Fair Re-Investigation

Hyderabad: Radhika Vemula, the mother of the late scholar Rohith Vemula, challenged the Telangana polices closure report that concluded her son was not a Dalit and absolved BJP leaders and the university's former vice chancellor. How can my own child not be a Dalit when I am, Radhika Vemula said, questioning the flawed reasoning of the report. She countered the allegations in the police report concerning her son's academic commitment. They have spread false information about my son. Rohith came

5 May 2024 12:48 am
Astroguide, Sunday, May 5, 2024

Krodhi; Uttarayana Tithi: Chaitra Bahula Dwadasi till 5.41 pm Star: Uttarabhadra till 7.56 pm Varjyam: 6.49 am to 8.16 am Durmuhurtham: 4:52 pm to 5.43 pm Rahukalam: 4:30 pm to 6 pm

5 May 2024 12:47 am
Producers file complaint against Kamal

With producers council regarding the Uttama Villain controversy; TFPC head Murali Ramaswamy is optimistic about an amicable resolution

5 May 2024 12:46 am
No chance of entering politics

Jyotika is taking her career one step at a time and focusing onfamily too

5 May 2024 12:40 am
Rythu Bandhu, Aasara payments by May 8: CM Revanth

Revanth blasts KCR for spreading lies on the two schemes

5 May 2024 12:38 am
Amit Shah, Rajnath Singh visiting AP today

VIJAYAWADA : Top BJP leaders are visiting parts of Andhra Pradesh on Sunday to campaign on behalf of their party nominees, who are contesting the May 13 Assembly and Lok Sabha elections in alliance with the Opposition Telugu Desam and Jana Sena. Union home minister Amit Shah will arrive in Dharmavaram and address a public meeting at the CNB Gardens on Bathalapalli Road at 10:30 am in support of BJP nominee Y. Satya Kumar, who is contesting from the Dharmavaram Assembly constituency. Telugu Desam

5 May 2024 12:25 am
Casting A Positive Spell For Society

Some magicians wield their magic wands for the welfare of society, bring smiles to peoples faces and highlight important social issues

5 May 2024 12:21 am
Naidu promises to scrap garbage tax, appoint Brahmins as TTD board members

KAKINADA : Former chief minister and Telugu Desam chief N. Chandrababu Naidu has promised to revoke tax on garbage and appoint a member of Brahmin community as member of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams Trust Board. He said that 15,000 per month will be given to priests where temples earn 50,000 income. Addressing Prajagalam meetings at Darsi in Prakasam district, Nuzvid in Eluru district and in Kakinada city on Saturday, Chandrababu Naidu showered several sops on people of different communiti

5 May 2024 12:18 am
Pawan Kalyan predicts NDA will win 130 seats in AP assembly

VIJAYAWADA : Expressing confidence over the victory of TD-JS-BJP alliance in the upcoming polls in Andhra Pradesh, Jana Sena chief Pawan Kalyan declared that they are concerned about how much majority they are likely to get, like 130 Assembly seats or so out of total 175 seats. Addressing public meetings in Gudivada and Repalle on Saturday, the JS chief said, As we have been touring several parts of AP as part of poll campaign, we have come to an understanding based on the feedback and response

5 May 2024 12:17 am
Budi, CM Ramesh followers come close to a clash

Visakhapatnam: Two groups of people one led by Deputy Chief Minister Budi Mutyala Naidu and the other by BJPs C.M. Ramesh came close to a clash in Taruva village under Madugula mandal in Anakapalli district on Saturday afternoon. Both these leaders are contesting from the Anakapalli Lok Sabha constituency. Trouble began when BJP workers led by Mutyala Naidus brother-in-law Gangadhar, a local BJP leader, took videos of their party flags using a drone in several villages, including Taruva, as a p

5 May 2024 12:13 am
Manifesto sans PM's photo hints at disbelief: Buggana

Kurnool: Finance minister Buggana Rajendranath pointed out the absence of Prime Minister Narendra Modis photograph on the alliance's manifesto, suggesting that BJP AP in-charge Siddharth Singh hesitated to handle it during its release, indicating a lack of confidence in implementing such deceptive assurances. Rajendranath urged people to stay vigilant against Chandrababu Naidu's deceitful words and promises. Conducting an election campaign in Munimadugu, Alebad Thanda, and Alebad areas of Peapul

5 May 2024 12:10 am
IPL 2024: Royal Challengers Bangalore Beats Gujarat Titans

Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) managed to survive a middle-over scare of quick wickets despite an explosive partnership between skipper Faf Du Plessis and Virat Kohli to record a four-wicket win against Gujarat Titans (GT) in their Indian Premier League (IPL) match on Saturday. RCB has jumped to the seventh place in the points table, with four wins and seven losses, giving them eight points. With the same win-loss record and points but an inferior net-run-rate, GT is in the ninth s

5 May 2024 12:07 am
Criminals Bound Over Ahead of Election on May 13

Kurnool: Ahead of the May 13 assembly and Lok Sabha elections, police of Kurnool and Nandyal districts have bound over 14,535 persons who have criminal history. While Kurnool district police have filed 6,333 bind-over cases, their Nandyal counterparts have bound over 8,202 persons. Police have organised 294 flag marches in Nandyal district with assistance from central armed forces. Authorities have booked 60 cases of violating election rules. They have seized 44,932 litres valued at around 46 la

5 May 2024 12:04 am
The State Government is Bankrupt and Not in a Position to Pay Salaries: Etala

Hyderabad: The Congress government in the state was not in position to fulfill the promises made to the people during the Assembly elections, alleged BJP Malkajgiri candidate Etala Rajendar. The coffers are empty and the government is already in bankruptcy mode and is not in a position to pay staff salaries unless it gets Central funds, he alleged. Addressing colony welfare associations in Venkateshwara Colony in Quthbullapur, Rajendarsaid when the BJP was enthusiastic to get 400 seats, the Cong

4 May 2024 11:59 pm
Andhra Pradesh Distributes Over 99 Percent of Social Security Pensions

Vijayawada: Shashi Bhushan Kumar, principal secretary for panchayat raj and rural development, announced that Andhra Pradesh has distributed nearly all social security pensions for the month. As of Saturday, 99.25% of the state's 65,49,864 pensioners have received their pensions.The government released a total of Rs 1,945.39 crore for disbursement, which began on May 1st. An impressive 99.99% (48,17,718 out of 48,18,104) of pensions were distributed electronically. For those who faced issues wit

4 May 2024 11:53 pm
Sajjala Questions Naidus Brouhaha Over Land Titling Act

Vijayawada: YSRC state general secretary Sajjala Ramakrishna Reddy on Saturday alleged that Telugu Desam is spreading false propaganda on the AP Land Titling Act, which has not been implemented. In a bid to clear the controversy raised by the opposition, Ramakrishna Reddy asked Naidu to explain why he is against the act, which is being implemented by the BJP-led NDA government, of which TD has become an ally. He explained that land re-survey has been completed in 6,000 villages. Efforts are bein

4 May 2024 11:52 pm
Shashi Warrier | That time I got asked to vlog about my book

Most of my work is writing. When I finish a draft, I send it to a literary agent who then tells me what needs to be changed for it to be a reasonable book. I make those changes, and she finds someone to publish it, while I move on to writing other things. Between books, I surf the web, TV channels, and YouTube. I found a truck drivers YouTube vlog about where he goes and what he eats and how his sons, who go with him, are doing. I was watching this video when the computer told me I had mail. It

4 May 2024 11:52 pm
Visa Expiry to Force Return of Accused in Phone-Tapping Case

Hyderabad: The US visa of former SIB chief T. Prabhakar Rao, on Friday listed as Accused No. 1 in the phone-tapping case, would expire soon and he would be forced to return home, sources in the special investigation team probing the case said. Prabhakar Rao has a B1/B2 visit visa. A red corner alert and a look-out notice have been issued for Prabhakar. Based on the technical and physical evidence and confession reports of the accused in the case, the police reportedly filed a request petition wi

4 May 2024 11:50 pm
Khammam: CPM Backs Congress' Ramashyam Reddy, Urges BJP Defeat for Democracy

Khammam: CPM district secretary Nunna Nageshwar Rao on Friday said that there was dire need to defeat the BJP in the Lok Sabha elections to save democracy and secularism. He was speaking at a campaign meeting in support of Congress Khammam candidate Ramashyam Raghuveera Reddy. Nageshwar Rao alleged that the BJP was the most corrupt party, having received Rs 16,000 crore in electoral bonds. The Modi government had privatised public sector units to benefit corporates. The CPM leader alleged that t

4 May 2024 11:47 pm