Warangal: The East Zone League final of the TCA Telangana Gold Cup 2025–26 produced a thrilling contest featuring two magnificent centuries, as TCA Hanumakonda defeated TCA Khammam by 21 runs at the Kakatiya University Grounds, Warangal, on Friday night. Batting first, TCA Hanumakonda posted an imposing 230 for 3 in 20 overs, riding on a…
This is an article series. Please read all previous articles before reading this article. The URLs for all previous articles are located in the www.special thoughts section. Last week, we saw some elaboration of the symbolism of Ganapati and his various Anga-s. Now let’s continue from where we left off. The Trunk: The elephant trunk…
The Dharmavyādha, a jewel among men, stood as a living embodiment of simple principles and profound truths. His words, flowing with luminous wisdom, revealed the hidden essence of conduct and the delicate art of inner refinement. The sage Kauśika, seated before him in quiet reverence, listened with unwavering devotion, as the butcher-saint spoke not from…
Rahu Temple is located in Rahuri village in Ahmednagar district, Maharashtra, on the banks of the Mula River.This temple is an important pilgrimage centre connected with the legend of Rahu from the time of Samudra Manthan. The temple is considered ancient, and the faith connected with Rahu here goes back to mythological times. Though the…
Sri Vijaya Puram: Union Home Minister Amit Shah on Saturday asserted that Andaman & Nicobar Islands will become a major contributor to the country’s treasury in 10 years. He also expressed optimism that in two years, India will advance to become the third-largest economy in the world from the current fourth. Shah was speaking at…
Caracas: The US has captured Venezuela’s President Nicolas Maduro and his wife and launched a “large-scale” strike against the country, Donald Trump says. President Donald Trump says the US has carried out a “large-scale strike against Venezuela” and “captured its leader, President Nicolas Maduro” and his wife. Here’s the statement from Truth Social in full:…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday said the wisdom and path shown by Bhagwan Buddha belong to all of humanity and his sacred relics are not merely artefacts but part of India’s revered heritage. Inaugurating the grand international exposition of the sacred Piprahwa Relics, which were discovered in 1898, Modi said Bhagwan Buddha…
Varanasi: As darkness descends on Shivala Ghat in Varanasi, motorboats carrying tourists glide across Ganga, their lights shimmering on the water like floating islands. On the riverbank, a stage is set and hundreds gather, waiting for a cultural performance to begin, as the ancient ghats come alive. This scene captures how Varanasi has changed in…
Mumbai: Senior IPS officer and 26/11 terror attack hero Sadanand Vasant Date on Saturday took charge as Director General of Maharashtra Police. He was heading the National Investigation Agency (NIA) till recently before being repatriated to his home cadre on the request of the Maharashtra government. The 1990-batch officer was appointed as DGP on December…
New Delhi: The Congress on Saturday announced a nationwide ‘MGNREGA Bachao Sangram’ from January 10 to February 25 to demand the withdrawal of the VB G-RAM-G Act, and restoration of MGNREGA as a rights-based law, the right to work, and the authority of panchayats. Addressing a joint press conference, Congress general secretaries K C Venugopal…
