Suhrawardy Avenue Renamed Gopal Mukherjee Road, Sparks Kolkata History Row Kolkata, June 22: The Kolkata Municipal Corporation’s decision to rename Suhrawardy Avenue in Park Circus as Gopal Mukherjee Road on June 20, 2026, has triggered a political and historical debate in West Bengal. The change has been welcomed by Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

Tata iPhone Parts Plant Faces Health Probe in Tamil Nadu After Farmer Complaints Tamil Nadu health officials are investigating complaints from farmers near Tata Electronics’ iPhone components factory in Hosur after concerns were raised over wastewater, groundwater quality, and reported skin-related issues. The plant, located in Ullugurukkai village, makes iPhone back covers and

Gandhi Sarovar Project Gets Defence Nod, Revanth Thanks Rajnath Singh Hyderabad, June 19, 2026: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has thanked Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and the Indian Army after the State government received permission to proceed with work related to the Gandhi Sarovar Project at Bapu Ghat. The approval is being see

Narayana Malaysia Visit: AP Minister Studies Waste Management, Low-Cost Housing Models Andhra Pradesh minister P. Narayana continued his Malaysia visit on Friday, June 19, 2026, by studying modern practices in solid waste management and affordable housing. The visit is being seen as part of efforts to understand practical urban development models that could help improve civic infrastructure planning.

Kollam City Police have launched a month-long anti-drug drive to strengthen awareness against drug abuse and encourage public participation in prevention efforts across the city. The campaign, reported on June 17, comes as Kerala continues to focus on anti-narcotics awareness, enforcement and early intervention to protect students and young people from substance abuse. Awareness Drive To Focus On Youth Safety

The Madras High Court, in a ruling delivered on June 17, said AI tools cannot be treated as a replacement for qualified teachers in legal education. A Division Bench of Justices S.M. Subramaniam and N. Senthilkumar made the observation while setting aside relief earlier granted to law students who had fallen short of the mandatory attendance requirement prescribed under Bar Council of India rules. Court Highlights Import

CM Naidu Invites Singapore Investors To Back Andhra Growth Plans Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has invited Singapore investors to partner with the state’s next phase of growth, highlighting opportunities in Amaravati development, startups, technology, manufacturing, and future industries. During his Singapore visit, Naidu reached out to startup founders, ve

Annamalai’s Migrant Worker Registry Demand Sparks Fresh Tamil Nadu Political Debate Tamil Nadu has witnessed a fresh political debate after K Annamalai raised concerns over the need for better monitoring of migrant workers entering the state for employment. His comments came after recent crime cases involving accused persons from other states, prompting him to call for a proper registry and verification system. The issue has drawn attention because Ann

Parents and students in Kalaburagi have demanded urgent safety action after ceiling plaster collapsed inside a classroom at a Government Girls Pre-University College, injuring five students and raising fresh concerns about the condition of the building. The incident happened while classes were underway. Reports said more than 80 first-year PUC Commerce students were inside the classroom when a portion of the ceiling plaster suddenly fell.

The University of Agricultural Sciences, Bengaluru, has secured the 7th rank in India and the first position in Karnataka in the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework ranking. This recognition under the Indian Institutional Ranking Framework gives UAS Bengaluru stronger visibility among agriculture-focused institutions in India. The latest ranking highlights the university’s role in agricultural education

Kerala has started the Priyadarshini free bus travel scheme to help women, students, daily workers and transgender persons reduce their regular transport expenses from June 15. The scheme allows eligible passengers to travel free of cost on selected KSRTC ordinary bus services. The government has introduced the move as a welfare step aimed at improving public transport access and supporting daily mobility across the state.

Kollam Students Test Positive For Shigella The confirmation of Shigella infection among students in Kollam has increased health surveillance in Kerala, with officials urging safe drinking water, hygiene, and sanitation measures.   Two Students Test Positive In Kollam Two students undergoing treatment at the Government Medical College Hospital, Parippally, in Kerala’s Kollam district have tested positive for Shigella infectio

Historic Bengaluru Bungalow Set For DKS Official Residence The 160-year-old Kumarakrupa bungalow in Bengaluru is being renovated to become DK Shivakumar’s official residence. The 12-room heritage structure has brought renewed attention to one of Bengaluru’s oldest government properties, blending Karnataka politics with the city’s heritage history.   Kumarakrupa Bungalow To Become DK Shivakumar’s Official

Hyderabad Rains Kill Two, Waterlogging Brings City Traffic To A Crawl Hyderabad witnessed a tragic monsoon spell as heavy rains caused severe waterlogging, long traffic jams, and two electrocution deaths in the city. The incident was reported from the Bandlaguda area near Mylardevpally, where strong winds and rain allegedly caused live electric wires to snap from a pole. The wires fell into a waterlogged street, creating a dangerous situation for people

MP Rajya Sabha Nomination Row Deepens After Natarajan’s Papers Rejected The Rajya Sabha election in Madhya Pradesh has turned into a major political flashpoint after Congress candidate Meenakshi Natarajan’s nomination was rejected over an affidavit-related issue, giving the BJP a possible edge in the battle for the third seat. The rejection has triggered a fresh BJP-Congress confrontation, w