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The Khammam–Devarapalli Greenfield Highway (NH-365BG), the first access-controlled greenfield highway connecting Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, is set for its formal inauguration within a week. The 162.04-kilometre corridor has already been opened for motorists on a trial basis, while toll collection will begin only after the official launch. Developed by the

Counting of votes is underway for the high-profile Assembly by-elections in Bankipur (Bihar), Datia (Madhya Pradesh), and Manjalpur (Gujarat), with political parties closely watching the outcome. Polling for the three constituencies was held on July 30, and counting commenced at 8 a.m. under tight security, beginning with postal ballots before

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh on August 1, marking a major milestone in the state’s aviation infrastructure. Built at an estimated cost of around ₹5,000 crore, the greenfield airport is expected to significantly improve connectivity, promote tourism, attract investments,

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has released a video message addressing the recent student protests, calling for restraint, compassion, and constructive engagement. Referring to some of the protesters as “misguided children,” the Prime Minister said that while it is difficult to guide someone who has gone astray, it is a responsibility

India enjoyed another memorable day at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow as Neeraj Chopra won the silver medal in the men’s javelin throw, while compatriot Yashvir Singh produced a brilliant late effort to claim the bronze medal, giving India a double podium finish in one of the marquee athletics

In a significant relief for restaurants, hotels, catering services, and other commercial establishments, state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have announced a sharp reduction in the prices of 19-kg commercial LPG cylinders, effective August 1, 2026. The latest revision cuts prices by more than ₹200 in key metropolitan cities, marking the

An opinion article by S. Gurumurthy argues that the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026 represents a continuation of India’s legal framework for protecting national symbols rather than a departure from past policy. The article draws a comparison between the 1971 law enacted during Prime Minister Indira

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar has conveyed India’s deep concerns over the escalating conflict in West Asia during a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, urging that commercial shipping and seafarers must not be targeted under any circumstances. The call comes as regional hostilities continue to threaten key

The Indian government has said it is closely monitoring developments surrounding a proposed US sanctions bill that could authorize tariffs of up to 100% on countries importing significant quantities of Russian oil and gas. The legislation, which has advanced in the US Senate, is aimed at increasing economic pressure on