Sigachi Disaster… 43 Lives Lost… No Arrests Yet

Article Today, Hyderabad:A devastating explosion at Sigachi Industries in Pashamylaram, near Patancheru, claimed over 43 lives. Many others remain missing, while several injured workers continue to fight for survival. Despite the scale of the tragedy, the Telangana police have not arrested a single person from the company’s management. The delay raises serious concerns about accountability…

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Caste-Grading Policy in Telangana Draws Criticism

Article Today, Hyderabad:In a landmark step, the Telangana government has approved the Caste-grading of 242 castes based on findings from its caste survey. A committee of independent experts analysed the data and developed a “Composite Backwardness Index” to classify each caste according to its socio-economic and educational status. The final report will be submitted to…

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IAS Officers Busy, But Ineffective: Caught in the Web of Non-Core Work

Article Today, Hyderabad:A serious debate is unfolding within India’s administrative system. Senior IAS officer Ajitabh Sharma from Rajasthan has stirred the hornet’s nest with a candid LinkedIn post. He stated that most IAS officers spend nearly 80% of their time on non-core activities, leaving only 20% for their core administrative responsibilities. His remarks have triggered…

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‘Paper Thatha’ – ‘Peddling Through Life at 94

Article Today, Chennai:At 94, most people slow down. But Gopalapuram resident Shanmugasundaram begins his day before sunrise, riding his bicycle through narrow Chennai lanes. Affectionately known as ‘Paper Thatha’, he delivers newspapers and milk packets with tireless commitment. His life stands as a living example that true enthusiasm comes from within, not from physical strength….

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Week of AI Innovations : Apple Acquires Startup

Article Today, Hyderabad:This week saw major developments in artificial intelligence, with key announcements from global tech leaders. From OpenAI’s latest model release to Apple’s stealth acquisition and Tesla’s smarter driving assistant, AI continues to evolve rapidly—bringing more capability, speed, and user-centric experiences across platforms. Open AI launches GPT-5.5 for developersOpen AI introduced GPT-5.5, an advanced…

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Modi’s Political Push in the Southern States

Article Today, Hyderabad/Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is leading an assertive political campaign to strengthen the Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) influence across southern India. With the 2024 Lok Sabha elections behind, the party is recalibrating its focus towards Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, and Kerala. The objective is clear: weaken dominant regional parties and…

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