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Rayalaseema gains focus in Andhra’s industrial growth plan Rayalaseema is moving into the spotlight as Andhra Pradesh pushes a wider industrial development strategy aimed at taking investment beyond traditional growth centres. The region has attracted proposed investments of more than Rs 4.58 lakh crore across over 275 projects, according to reported government-linked figures. The pipeline includes 172 SIPB-approved projects and 103 proposals connected to the CI

Twin tornadoes bring rare destruction to Hubei At least 11 people were killed, and one person remained missing after powerful tornadoes and severe storms struck China’s Hubei province on Monday evening, July 6, 2026. More than 330 people were injured as the storm system moved across parts of central China, damaging homes, vehicles, trees, and power infrastructure. The hardest-hit areas included Huangshi, Huanggang, Ezhou, and Xianning, where strong win

Dhanush fan club flag sparks fresh political speculation Dhanush’s fan club has unveiled an official flag, triggering a wave of discussion across social media and entertainment circles. The move has led many fans to wonder whether the actor could be preparing for a possible political entry, although there has been no official confirmation from Dhanush or his team so far. The development was first reported on July 6, 2026, and has since become a talking point bec

Ronaldo’s World Cup journey ends in heartbreak Cristiano Ronaldo’s final FIFA World Cup appearance ended in disappointment as Portugal was knocked out by Spain in the Round of 16. Spain won the tense contest 1-0 in Arlington, Texas, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time to send his team into the quarter-finals. Ronaldo delays Portugal future decision After the defeat, Ronaldo confirmed that this was his la

Naidu pushes district growth mapping in Andhra Pradesh Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to prepare district economic profiles within two months to identify growth opportunities across the State. The move is aimed at mapping sector-wise strengths and creating focused development plans for each district.

Shapoor Zadran dies at 38 after prolonged illness Former Afghanistan fast bowler Shapoor Zadran has died at the age of 38 after a prolonged illness, marking a painful moment for Afghanistan cricket. The Afghanistan Cricket Board confirmed his death on Tuesday, with several reports stating that he had been undergoing treatment in India for a rare immune disorder. A pioneer of Afghanistan’s cricket rise Zadran was among the e

Baruipur Minor Girl Case: Arrests Made As SIT Probe Begins The Baruipur minor girl case in West Bengal’s South 24 Parganas has sparked public anger, police action, and political reactions after the body of a 12-year-old girl was recovered from a pond near her home. According to reports, the girl had gone out on July 4 and did not return home. Her family later alleged that the initial police response was slow after they filed a missing persons complaint

Ilaiyaraaja Wins Copyright Case Against Happy Raj Makers Over Murattu Kaalai Song Veteran music composer Ilaiyaraaja has secured another legal victory in his ongoing fight to protect his classic film songs from unauthorised use. The Madras High Court has restrained the makers of GV Prakash Kumar’s Tamil film Happy Raj from using the popular song “Pothuvaaga En Manasu Thangam” from Rajinikanth’s Murattu Kaalai. The copyright dispute began after Il

Nara Lokesh Seeks Korean Telugu Support To Boost Andhra Pradesh Investments VIJAYAWADA/SEOUL, July 7, 2026: Andhra Pradesh Minister for HRD and IT Nara Lokesh has urged the Telugu community in South Korea to support the State’s investment push by promoting Andhra Pradesh as a reliable destination for global industries. Addressing Telugu diaspora members in Seoul during his South Korea visit, Lokesh said overseas Telugus could play an important role as

WhatsApp Username Feature Put On Hold In India Amid Fraud Concerns Meta-owned WhatsApp has received more time to respond to the Indian government’s notice over its proposed username feature. The messaging platform has also assured the Centre that the feature will not be rolled out in India until discussions with the government are completed. What Is The WhatsApp Username Feature? The proposed username feature will allow use

Wayanad Tunnel Project Landslide: Rescue Teams Search Kalladi Site After Heavy Rain A major landslide struck the Wayanad tunnel project site near Kalladi in Kerala on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, triggering a large rescue operation amid heavy rainfall in the region. The incident occurred near Meenakshi Bridge, close to the ongoing Anakkompoyil-Meppadi tunnel road project, which is being developed to improve connectivity between Malappuram and Wayanad districts.

DMK Slams TVK Government Over Stalin Name Plaque Issue At Nemmeli Desalination Plant DMK has accused the TVK government of removing a plaque carrying MK Stalin’s name from the Nemmeli desalination project, while officials have denied the allegation. Political Tension Deepens In Tamil Nadu The political feud between the DMK and the TVK government in Tamil Nadu intensified on Monday, Ju

UEFA Blasts FIFA After Balogun Red Card Ban Reversal Sparks World Cup Row UEFA has strongly criticised FIFA after the governing body suspended the automatic red-card ban of United States striker Folarin Balogun during the FIFA World Cup 2026, allowing him to be available for the Round of 16 clash against Belgium. The decision has triggered a major football controversy, with UEFA warning that the move could damage the integrity and credibility of the tournament.

India Real Estate Investment Jumps 70% To $2.9 Billion In Q2 2026 India’s real estate sector continued to draw strong institutional investor interest in the second quarter of calendar year 2026, with investments rising sharply to US$ 2.9 billion, according to a Colliers report cited by IBEF. The sector recorded a 70% year-on-year jump in Q2 2026, supported by strong participation from both domestic and foreign investors. Several large-ticket deals also

Bhutan E20 Petrol Report: Centre Denies Rejection Claim, Says No Offer Was Made The Centre has rejected reports claiming that Bhutan turned down India’s E20 petrol, stating that no such offer was made by Indian oil marketing companies. The clarification came after reports suggested that Bhutan had declined the import of E20 fuel from India over technical and storage-related concerns. According to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, there is no p