Amaravati, Andhra Pradesh — Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the E3 Seed Access Road and steel bridge, strengthening connectivity between Amaravati and Vijayawada. Amaravati Seed Access Road Strengthens Capital Connectivity Amaravati has taken another major step in its infrastructure development with Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurating the E3 Seed Access Road and a steel bridge in Guntur district.

Introducing competitive programming earlier in Indian education could help students develop stronger logical reasoning, computational thinking and algorithmic problem-solving skills instead of encountering structured programming challenges only at college level. Building Problem-Solving Skills from School Competitive programming asks students to solve mathematical an

Fake Companion Ads Trigger Cybercrime Warning in Hyderabad Hyderabad, August 11, 2026: Hyderabad Police have cautioned women and young social media users against responding to fake companion-service advertisements. The warning follows the circulation of posts offering “boyfriends for rent” through Instagram, Facebook and Telegram. Hyderabad City Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar highlighted the scam in a post on X. According to the warning, fraudsters publish professionally designed advertisements featuring attractive men and offers for coffee dates, shopping trips, movie outings and other forms of companionship. The profiles and photographs used in these promotions may not be genuine. Some images could be created using artificial intelligence, while others may be copied from legitimate accounts without the owners’ knowledge. Fake bookings used to collect payments After a user contacts one of the advertised accounts, the operator starts a friendly conversation and presents different service packages. This interaction is intended to build trust and make the offer appear legitimate. The scammer then asks the user to pay a registration charge, refundable security deposit or advance booking fee. Payment requests are commonly sent through QR codes or digital payment applications. Once the victim authorises the transaction, the account may stop responding or block further communication. In some cases, the information collected during the conversation could be used for additional fraud attempts. Police warned users not to share personal photographs, phone numbers, home addresses or identification documents with unknown profiles. Such information can expose victims to identity theft, harassment, blackmail and threats. Agreeing to meet an unverified person can also create physical safety concerns. Reporting suspicious accounts and financial fraud Users should verify an account before starting a conversation or making a payment. Newly created profiles, copied photographs, unrealistic discounts, urgent payment demands and requests for secrecy are common warning signs. Before authorising any digital transaction, users should confirm the recipient’s name, payment amount and purpose. Scanning a QR code and entering a UPI PIN generally authorises a payment; it is not required to receive money. People who discover suspicious companion advertisements should save screenshots, account names, profile links, telephone numbers and payment details. The material can be submitted while filing a cybercrime complaint. Anyone who loses money should immediately contact the bank or payment provider and call the national cybercrime helpline at 1930. Complaints can also be filed through the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal. Rapid reporting may help authorities trace the transaction or freeze the transferred funds before they are moved elsewhere.

Revati Sule Delhi reception brings political rivals together Revati Sule’s wedding reception in Delhi brought senior leaders from the government, Opposition and regional parties together at the Pawar family’s residence on Monday. Revati, the daughter of NCP (SP) MP Supriya Sule and granddaughter of party president Sharad Pawar, married Sarang Lakhani. The newlyweds welcomed guests and received their blessings d

The Bengaluru hotel deaths investigation began after two young sisters were found dead near Kempegowda Airport and their father was discovered injured. Police examine hotel evidence while a marital dispute claim remains unverified and under investigation.   Police examine hotel evidence Bengaluru police are investigating the deaths of two young sisters who were found inside a room at a five-star h

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Tamil Nadu’s Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department will ban mobile phones inside major temples from September 1, 2026, with secure deposit counters to be created for devotees before entry. Mobile Phone Ban From September 1 The Tamil Nadu government has announced that mobile phones will not be permitted inside major temples across the State from

Actor Dhanush has urged his fans to use their unity for social welfare instead of limiting their activities to film celebrations. His welfare initiatives and school donation have sparked political entry speculation, though his camp maintains that the efforts are purely philanthropic. Dhanush Urges Fans To Focus On Social Welfare Tamil actor Dhanush has triggered fresh speculation about a possible entry i

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay and Opposition Leader Udhayanidhi Stalin clashed in the Assembly over the Cauvery dispute and Karnataka’s proposed Mekedatu dam. Vijay rejected demands for another all-party meeting while defending direct talks with Karnataka and insisting Tamil Nadu’s water rights would not be compromised. Vijay Defends Direct Talks With Karnataka Over Cauvery Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay defended his proposal to hold di

Chief Minister Vijay’s first full Tamil Nadu Budget placed education at the centre, with major allocations for schools, colleges and free laptops. The Budget also announced wedding assistance, student welfare, healthcare and road projects, drawing criticism from former CM MK Stalin. CM Vijay Budget Puts Education At The Centre The Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam government’s first full Budget has made education one of its biggest priorit

Iran and Oman have agreed on coordinates for a proposed Strait of Hormuz route that could give Tehran oversight of ships entering the Gulf. The framework could reshape global energy shipping, but inspection powers, transit payments and outbound vessel controls remain unresolved. Iran-Oman Hormuz Route Reaches Crucial Stage Iran and Oman have reached an understanding on the geographical coordinates of a proposed shipping route through

Karnataka Congress leaders intensified efforts to pacify legislators denied ministerial positions following the induction of 19 new ministers. While one MLA withdrew his resignation, several disappointed legislators were preparing to meet and discuss their next course of action. Karnataka Congress Launches Outreach After Cabinet Expansion The Karnataka Congress intensified efforts to contain internal dissatisfaction after 19 legislato

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged US Ambassador Sergio Gor to support faster student visa appointments and smoother H-1B processing. The meeting also focused on university partnerships, research, technology, investment and stronger Telangana-US cooperation. Revanth Reddy Seeks Faster US Visa Processing Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has urged US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor to support increased visa access for

USCIS officers can now deny incomplete or insufficiently supported immigration benefit requests without first seeking additional evidence. The policy applies immediately to eligible requests pending or filed on or after August 5, 2026. USCIS Tightens Immigration Filing Rules US Citizenship and Immigration Services has strengthened evidence requirements for immigration benefit requests, giving officers wider discretion to deny cases th

A powerful El Niño could push nearly 49 million more people into acute food insecurity across 45 vulnerable countries by the end of 2027. Central America and Southern Africa may face the sharpest rise as drought, erratic rainfall, floods and higher food prices threaten millions. Strong El Niño Raises Global Hunger Risk A powerful El Niño could push nearly 49 million additional people into acute food insecurity across vulnerable reg