Temple delegation invites Governor Abdul Nazeer Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer has been invited to attend the Dasara Mahotsavams at Sri Kanaka Durga Temple in Vijayawada. A delegation of endowments officials, temple representatives and priests met the Governor at Lok Bhavan on Wednesday to extend the invitation. The delegation included Endowments Commission

NASA clears Crew-13 after launch readiness review NASA, SpaceX and international partner teams have cleared the Crew-13 mission for launch to the International Space Station, according to the report. The mission will carry four crew members for an approximately six-month stay aboard the orbiting laboratory. The clearance foll

UPI survey shows resistance to additional payment costs A LocalCircles survey suggests that 76% of respondents could move purchases above ₹2,000 away from UPI if merchants charge them extra for using the payment method. The findings reflect a possible change in consumer behaviour, rather than an actual shift already recorded.

AP plans 3D printed housing pilot in Burripalem The Andhra Pradesh government is planning to introduce 3D printing technology in rural housing through a pilot project in Burripalem village near Tenali. According to the report, the initiative will come under the Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana–Gramin (PMAY-G) and aims to provide affordable homes whil

Kalam Foundation organises ISRO tour for 147 students The People’s President Abdul Kalam International Foundation has organised an educational tour to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for 147 school students from Tamil Nadu’s Ramanathapuram district. The initiative brings together students from several parts of the district for a learning opportunity centred on science

Israelis thank Smit Machchhar after flydubai attack Indian pilot Captain Smit Machchhar has received an outpouring of gratitude from Israeli social media users after his actions during an alleged cockpit attack helped avert a disaster aboard a flydubai flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv. According to Israeli authorities, Machchhar was seriously in

Revanth Reddy takes political fight to KTR’s constituency Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy sharpened his criticism of BRS leaders K.T. Rama Rao and K. Chandrashekar Rao during a visit to Sircilla, the constituency represented by KTR. Addressing the public, he urged voters to give Congress an opportunity to lead the constituency’s development. The visit si

Indian captain injured in cockpit attack A flydubai flight travelling from Dubai to Tel Aviv made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia after an alleged attack inside the cockpit left Indian Captain Smit Machchhar seriously injured. Israeli officials said the co-pilot stabbed the captain and attempted to take control of the Boeing 737 MAX 8, trigg

Gandhi Jayanti will be observed on Friday, October 2, 2026, marking the 157th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi. The day honours his contribution to India’s freedom struggle and highlights his principles of truth, non-violence, simplicity and social responsibility. It is also an occasion to reflect on how these values can guide individuals and communities today. Born on October 2, 1869, in Porbandar, in present-day Gu

An Indian captain reportedly fought back after being stabbed during an alleged cockpit attack aboard flydubai flight FZ1073 from Dubai to Tel Aviv. His resistance helped prevent a potential disaster involving more than 180 people on board. The aircraft subsequently landed in Saudi Arabia, reportedly after two off-duty pilots travelling as passengers intervened. Initial accounts describe a violent confrontation inside the

Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh has outlined the Telugu Desam Party’s position on the Election Commission amid political debate over electoral procedures and allegations surrounding electronic voting machines. Speaking at a conclave organised by a national media channel, Lokesh said the TDP had approached the commission for clarification whenever it had concerns. Asked whether the party would join the opposition

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan highlighted the alliance government’s infrastructure programme at a public event in Nellore, presenting cement concrete road construction as a key achievement. According to the supplied report, figures presented at the gathering put CC road construction under the current NDA government at more than 9,000 kilometres over the past couple of years. This was compared with app

Apple Pay launched in India on September 30, 2026, bringing Apple’s payment service to eligible cardholders. At launch, it supports Axis Bank-issued Visa and Mastercard credit cards, with access across iPhone, iPad and Apple Watch. Apple has announced that Mac support will follow. The launch gives supported users another way to pay at participating stores, in apps and online. The initial rollout is limited to eligible A

Sonia Gandhi and senior Congress leader Digvijaya Singh reportedly expressed differing views over Nitish Kumar’s departure from the INDIA bloc during a Congress Working Committee meeting. Which cited Congress sources, Singh argued that the Opposition should have made greater efforts to retain the JDU leader, while Gandhi rejected that assessment. The reported exchange came during discussions on the Congress’s political strategy and its confrontation with th

India’s women’s compound archery team delivered a commanding performance against China to win gold at the Asian Games 2026 in Nagoya on Wednesday, September 30. Jyothi Surekha Vennam, Chikhita Taniparthi and Prithika Pradeep combined experience, composure and precision to retain the title and secure India’s first archery gold of this edition. The victory marked a strong response from Jyothi after her individual title defence ended with a defeat to South K