The long wait for Lord Venkateswara’s darshan at Tirumala is set to become more spiritually engaging as the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams introduces artificial intelligence, virtual reality and immersive visual storytelling at the Vaikuntam Queue Complex. Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated the Rs 4 crore Devotional Experience Centre at Vaikuntam Queue Complex 1 on Wednesday. The facility has been launched on a pilot basis to engage devotees duri

Cabinet decision announced after the meeting, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala | Saral Keralam will offer time-bound, single-window clearances for investment proposals through district and state bodies. Kerala Cabinet Clears Saral Keralam for Faster Investment Nod The Kerala Cabinet on Wednesday approved Saral Keralam, a new single-window mechanism designed to simplify and accelerate investment approvals by bringing departme

Inaugurated during the chief minister’s two-day visit, Tirumala, Andhra Pradesh | The new centre uses 3D and virtual-reality technology to explain temple rituals and Tirumala’s spiritual significance. Chandrababu Naidu Opens 3D Pilgrim Centre at Tirumala Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu on Wednesday inaugurated the Pilgrim Experience Centre at the Vaikuntham Queue Complex in Tirumala, introducing a

Eluru, Andhra Pradesh | Former Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Alla Nani died after suffering a heart attack, according to reports. Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Alla Nani Dies of Heart Attack Former Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and former health minister Alla Nani passed away after suffering a heart attack, according to reports. His sudden death h

CM Revanth Reddy invited Prince Rahim Aga Khan V to the Telangana Global Summit scheduled for December 7–9 at Future City. Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has invited Prince Rahim Aga Khan V to attend the Telangana Global Summit, strengthening the state government’s outreach to global development organisations and international partners. The invitation was extended during

The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Hyderabad has led to notices being issued to several high-profile personalities from films, sports and business over discrepancies in voter records. The Election Commission’s exercise is aimed at verifying and updating electoral details, while hearings remain underway for affected voters. Mahesh Babu, Rajamouli and Other Prominent Names Receive Notices

The rising Ganga has placed eight Bihar districts on high alert, with low-lying communities facing a growing flood threat. Authorities are preparing shelters, supplies and rescue teams as the opposition questions the government’s relief arrangements. Bihar has been placed on high alert as the rapidly rising Ganga threatens low-lying communities across eight districts. Authorities have intensified preparations amid fears that the river

A ferry carrying 34 passengers and four crew members suffered an engine failure near Mumbai’s Gateway of India on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Police and a local boat operator towed the vessel ashore by 9:30 PM IST, rescuing all 38 people without injuries. A routine sea excursion near Mumbai’s iconic Gateway of India turned into a mid-sea emergency after a passenger ferry suffered an engine failure on Thursday night. Police personnel

Telangana proposed examining the possibility of introducing seaplane operations at Hussain Sagar. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy discussed the idea and the progress of Warangal and Adilabad airport projects with Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has discussed a proposal to explore seaplane operations at Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar with Union Civil Aviation Minister K. Ram Mohan Naidu. The idea is expected to be exa

TTD cancelled Slotted Sarva Darshan token issuance at three Tirupati centres on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, inconveniencing several pilgrims. Officials said tokens for Friday’s darshan would be issued on Thursday as Tirumala prepares for the upcoming Srivari Brahmotsavams. The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams cancelled the issuance of Slotted Sarva Darshan tokens at three centres in Tirupati on Wednesday, affecting devotees planning to visit the Sri Venkatesw

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu wished Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan on his birthday on Wednesday, September 2, 2026. In a message from Amaravati, Naidu praised Kalyan’s popularity, Panchayati Raj reforms and rural and tribal development initiatives. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu extended birthday greetings to Deputy Chief Minister and Jana Sena Party president K. Pawan Kalyan on Wednesday, describing him as a “P

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

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

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

Madurai Corporation has launched a citywide greening and beautification programme supported by private participation and CSR funding. Greening drive targets 4.75 lakh saplings Madurai Corporation has begun an extensive makeover of the historic city through tree planting, landscaped public spaces, murals and improvements around major roads and landmarks. The civic body has set a target of pl