Year: 2025
16th Finance Panel Triggers Southern States Anger Over Share
Article Today, Hyderabad:The Chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission, Arvind Panagariya, submitted the Commission’s report to President Droupadi Murmu last week. The recommendations will determine the division of tax revenues between the Centre and the States for the five-year period beginning April 1, 2026. The Union Finance Ministry has stated that the report will be…
Women in Political Families Confront Unfair Pressure
Article Today, Hyderabad:The recent political developments in Bihar have once again brought the gender disparity within political families to the forefront. The Rashtriya Janata Dal’s electoral defeat triggered internal tensions, leading to Lalu Prasad Yadav’s daughter, Rohini Acharya, stepping away from the family home. Despite the presence of her father and brothers, she appeared to…
Government Doctor Arrested for Running Counterfeit Currency Unit
Article Today, Bhopal:A government doctor in Madhya Pradesh has been arrested for allegedly heading a counterfeit currency network spanning multiple States. The accused, Prateek Navlakhe, had earlier been lodged in Khandwa jail in connection with a financial fraud case. Investigators say that during his imprisonment he developed close links with seasoned offenders. After his release,…
Solar Bill… IAS Fire – Former CMD Complains Over Tariff Hike
Article Today, Hyderabad:Rooftop solar consumers in Telangana have reported a sharp rise in electricity bills since September, following the Southern Power Distribution Company’s sudden switch from Net Metering to Gross Metering. The change, introduced without prior notice or explicit approval from the Electricity Regulatory Commission, has led to widespread concern among consumers. Former Bureaucrat Flags…
Malayalam Cinema’s Realism Wins Nationwide Attention
Article Today, Hyderabad:Malayalam cinema is witnessing unprecedented attention across the country, with audiences from multiple regions responding strongly to its recent releases. Films such as Aavesham, Manjummel Boys, Premalu, and Kishkindha Kaandam have drawn viewers beyond Kerala, demonstrating the expanding appeal of grounded narratives. Despite the absence of major stars in some productions, these films…
Frequent Weekend Travel by Leaders Sparks Debate in Andhra Pradesh
Article Today, Amaravati:The regular weekend travel of political leaders and senior officials from Andhra Pradesh to Hyderabad has drawn public criticism. Residents in the capital region say the administration appears less active on weekends, as several key functionaries leave the State for personal or family reasons. The pattern has led to questions on whether governance…
Foreign Women Rush to South Korea for Youthful Appearance
Article Today, Seoul:A growing number of women from around the world are travelling to South Korea in search of treatments that promise a younger appearance. Gangnam, a prominent district in Seoul, has become a major hub for beauty tourism. Women from the United States and several European countries are choosing South Korea for procedures designed…
New Wave of Romance Films Centres on the Woman’s Voice
Article Today, Hyderabad:For decades, Indian romance films have revolved around the hero’s journey — his desire, struggle, and triumph. The heroine often functioned only as a narrative device. However, a marked shift is now visible in South Indian cinema. A new generation of filmmakers is placing the woman’s perspective at the centre of the story,…
Amazon Tribals Protest Loudly at the UN Conference at COP30 in Brazil
Article Today, Brazil:The United Nations Climate Summit (COP30), underway in Belém, Brazil, has witnessed unprecedented mobilisation from Indigenous communities. Thousands of Tribals from the Andes and Amazon regions travelled for nearly a month under the banner Yaku Mama — meaning Mother of Water — to draw attention to rapid forest loss caused by gold mining…