MS Shanker The departure of K. Annamalai from the Tamil Nadu BJP has triggered intense speculation about his future political course. While the separation between the party and the present state chief appears cordial, the larger question remains: has Annamalai become overconfident about his political prospects, or is he positioning himself for a bigger role…
The word “friendship” has perhaps never been used more loosely in international diplomacy than it has been by US President Donald Trump. If one were to judge by Trump’s public statements, almost every world leader is his “good friend,” “great friend,” or “true friend.” Yet when one examines his actions rather than his rhetoric, a…
Democracy in India is deeply rooted not only in Parliament, the Legislative Assembly, and larger political forums, but also in the local institutions of villages, towns, and cities. Panchayats and municipal bodies are the smallest but most vibrant units of democracy, where the public participates in governance through their direct representatives. To increase women’s participation…
A massive fire broke out in a hotel in Malviya Nagar, Delhi, on June 3, 2026, shocking the entire nation. The tragic incident, which claimed the lives of twenty-one people and injured many more, stunned not only the capital but the entire nation. People were seen jumping from high-rise buildings to escape the flames. The…
Upadhyayula Lakshman Rao In the sacred cadence of the Antyeṣṭi and Triṣṭubh metres of the Rigveda, the sage Puruchhepa raises a solemn and elevated invocation to Rudra and the twin cosmic sovereigns Mitra and Varuna. These ancient deities, radiant and eternal, are celebrated as the upholders of ṛta—the cosmic order—and as the benevolent bestowers of…
Arjuna, blazing with terrible wrath, stood in the midst of the battlefield like a consuming fire. From his mighty bow he rained innumerable shafts upon the Kaurava army, and the fierce brilliance of his action revived the fading spirit of the Pandava forces. While the warriors trembled under his relentless assault, Bhimasena slowly approached that…
Sri Anjaneya Swamy Temple is located in Chowlur village near Hindupur in Sri Sathya Sai District (formerly Anantapur District) of Andhra Pradesh. Situated close to the Andhra Pradesh–Karnataka border, the temple is a well-known pilgrimage destination for devotees from both states. The peaceful rural surroundings and long-standing spiritual significance make it an important center of…
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Friday said a projected deficiency in the south-west monsoon could impact rural demand and private consumption, though mitigation measures are expected to cushion the effect. During the post-monetary policy conference, Malhotra said rural demand and private consumption have remained healthy so far but acknowledged…
Our Correspondent Hyderabad: The Telangana Cricket Association (TCA) on Friday intensified its opposition to the proposed TG20 League, releasing what it described as documentary evidence to challenge claims by the Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) that the tournament has the approval of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The development comes days before…
Hyderabad: The Telangana BJP on Friday welcomed the NDA government’s reported initiative to engage with various political parties on the proposed Delimitation Bill, describing it as a reflection of the Centre’s commitment to consensus-building and cooperative federalism. In an official statement, Telangana BJP Chief Spokesperson and Media In-charge N.V. Subash said the Narendra Modi-led government…
