Telangana Minister Konda Surekha left Hyderabad for New Delhi on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, after being called for talks by the Congress leadership. The discussions follow a disciplinary controversy and come amid speculation over her political future and a possible Telangana Cabinet reshuffle. Telangana Forest, Environment and Endowments Minister Konda Surekha’s visit to New Delhi has intensified political activity wit

Prime Minister Narendra Modi renewed his appeal to limit unnecessary gold purchases and overseas spending through a video message. Speaking during an official visit to Bishkek, he promoted local consumption, while sections of the jewellery trade raised livelihood concerns. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has renewed his appeal to Indians to avoid purchasing gold unless necessary, reduce non-essential foreign travel and hold

Uzbekistan announced visa-free stays of up to 30 days for Indian citizens. The implementation date and detailed entry rules are still awaited, so travellers should verify requirements before departure. Uzbekistan has announced a 30-day visa-free entry facility for Indian passport holders, opening the way for easier tourism, business travel and people-to-people exchanges between the two countries. Uzbek President

Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping exchanged greetings before the SCO group photograph. Shehbaz Sharif later approached Vladimir Putin for a brief conversation as the Russian president left the podium. Brief interactions among Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Russian President Vladimir Putin and Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif drew attention during the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek on Tuesday. Modi and

Poola Subbaiah’s legacy returned to focus at the Veligonda Phase 1 inauguration. The project bears his name in recognition of his long campaign for water security across drought-affected western Prakasam. The inauguration of Phase 1 of the Poola Subbaiah Veligonda Project has renewed interest in the leader whose name is attached to one of Andhra Pradesh’s most significant irrigation initiatives. Poola Subbaiah was a Communist leader and former legislator wh

Revanth Reddy’s first 1,000 days as Telangana chief minister offer a mixed political picture. His leadership and welfare measures have gained attention, while rhetoric, election promises and long-term stability remain key tests. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has reached the 1,000-day milestone in office after leading the Congress to power in a state long dominated by the Bharat Rashtra Samithi. His tenure ha

Kavitha became emotional while speaking about her departure from the BRS. She accused the party of abandoning her during a difficult phase and thanked her in-laws for supporting her. Kavitha became emotional while discussing her departure from the Bharat Rashtra Samithi, saying she was still deeply affected by the way her association with the party ended. Her remarks have introduced a personal dimension to the widening po

DMK and Congress leaders rejected the growing “Vijay for PM” campaign as TVK supporters promoted the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister for the 2029 election. Vijay for PM campaign gains momentum after survey The growing campaign to project Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay as a potential prime ministerial candidate in 2029 has triggered a sharp political debate involving Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam, Congress

Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia will hold the inaugural meeting of the Makkah Accord’s Strategic Political and Defence Committee. Pakistan sends senior delegation to Istanbul meeting Pakistan, Türkiye and Saudi Arabia are set to hold the first meeting of a high-level committee created under their new trilateral Makkah Joint Defence Agreement in Istanbul on Monday. The inaugural session of the Strategic Political and Defence Committ

Two Kerala-origin women died in separate incidents as police detained a 32-year-old woman and began investigating the circumstances. Kerala women identified after California deaths Two women from Kerala have died in Milpitas, California, in incidents that Indian officials described as homicides, prompting efforts to repatriate their mortal remains. The victims were identified by their relatives as Anjana Hari, 35, from Mudikkode near Mann

Customs officers seized 2.96 kg of suspected hydroponic ganja valued at Rs 3 crore and arrested a passenger arriving from Kuala Lumpur. Chennai Airport Customs intercept Kuala Lumpur passenger The Air Intelligence Unit of Chennai Customs arrested a 48-year-old Indian passenger after officers allegedly found nearly three kilograms of hydroponic ganja in his baggage at Chennai International Airport. The passenger arrived in Chennai from Kua

India and Uzbekistan signed 11 agreements, elevated diplomatic ties and advanced a long-term framework for supplying uranium to Indian nuclear plants. India-Uzbekistan ties elevated during Tashkent talks India and Uzbekistan elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership following delegation-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev at the Kuksaroy Presidential Palace in Tashkent.

Janasena will launch its youth wing on Pawan Kalyan’s birthday, unveiling its official logo and anthem during a major party programme. Janasena youth wing launch planned for September 2 The Janasena Party is preparing to formally launch its youth wing in Pithapuram on Wednesday, September 2, in a move aimed at organising its young supporters and expanding the party’s grassroots network. The prog

Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated Veligonda Phase 1, enabling Krishna floodwater diversion for irrigation and drinking-water needs.   Chandrababu Naidu opens Veligonda Phase 1 Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the first phase of the Ve

PM Modi arrived for the 26th SCO Summit, bilateral talks with regional leaders and the opening ceremony of the World Nomad Games. PM Modi receives traditional welcome in Bishkek Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Kyrgyzstan on Sunday ahead of the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit, beginning a visit focused on regional security, economic connectivity and India’s strategic engagement