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Kerala: 'You won’t win again from here’ posters targeting Rahul Gandhi, Priyayanka Gandhi surface in Wayanad

14 May 2026 | 1:12 AM

Kozhikode, May 13 (UNI) Posters targeting Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi and Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra surfaced in Wayanad, the Lok Sabha constituency of Priyanka Gandhi, today amid an escalating deadlock over selecting the next Kerala Chief Minister.

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IUML awaits Cong call as CM decision delay triggers cadre anxiety

14 May 2026 | 12:46 AM

Malappuram, May 13 (UNI) The Indian union Muslim League (IUML) on Wednesday said it is awaiting the Congress high command’s final decision on Kerala’s next Chief Minister, even as growing uncertainty over government formation has begun causing unease within sections of the United Democratic Front (UDF).

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Illegal mosquito agarbattis pose major health risk, warn doctors ahead of National Dengue Day

14 May 2026 | 12:01 AM

Hyderabad/ Mumbai, May 13 (UNI) Illegal mosquito repellent agarbattis used in households across India may be posing a greater immediate health risk than mosquito-borne diseases such as dengue and malaria, according to a comprehensive public health study released ahead of National Dengue Day on May 16.

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AP govt. to present awards for best journalists for year 2025-26

13 May 2026 | 11:51 PM

Vijayawada, May 13 (UNI) The government of Andhra Pradesh will present awards to the journalists who have demonstrated outstanding excellence in the field of journalism for the year 2025-26.
Addressing a press conference, flanked by I&PR Director KS Viswanathan, here on Wednesday, CR Media Academy Chairman Alapati Suresh Kumar said that the government has set up a four-member committee chaired by him.

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AP Govt. aimed to make 5 lakh women entrepreneurs: Minister

13 May 2026 | 11:48 PM

Vijayawada, May 13 (UNI) Andhra Pradesh Minister for SERP and Rural Poverty Elimination Kondapalli Srinivas has reiterated that the government has aimed to create over 5 lakh women entrepreneurs and directed the officials to coordinate and extend all required help to the women.
The Minister held a meeting with the SERP officials and reviewed various issues here on Wednesday. Speaking on the occasion, the Minister emphasized that training should be imparted to artisans and handicrafts to improve their skills.

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T'gana CM reviews Mega Growth Corridor plans, stresses long-term urban infrastructure

13 May 2026 | 10:07 PM

Hyderabad, May 13 (UNI) Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Wednesday conducted a high-level review meeting on the proposed Mega Growth Corridor projects at the Dr MCR Human Resource Development Institute and directed officials to prepare integrated urban development plans with a 25-year vision.

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Tirupati: TTD JEO direct officials to complete Padmavathi Children’s Hospital building works by Julye 31

13 May 2026 | 10:04 PM

Tirupati, May 13 (UNI) Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) Joint Executive Officer (Health and Education) Dr A. Sharath on Wednesday directed officials to complete the construction works of the new Sri Padmavathi Children’s Hospital building in Tirupati by July 31 this year, in accordance with instructions issued by TTD Executive Officer M. Ravichandra.

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Annual Brahmotsavams of Sri Chandramouleeswara Swamy Temple underway at Rishikesh : TTD

13 May 2026 | 10:03 PM

Tirupati, May 13 (UNI) The annual Brahmotsavams of Lord Sri Chandramouleeswara Swamy Temple are being celebrated with religious fervour at the Andhra Ashram temple in Rishikesh on the banks of the holy Ganga amidst the Himalayan region.

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Tirumala: TTD urges devotees not to believe rumours on SRIVANI darshan tickets, says portal fully secure

13 May 2026 | 9:30 PM

Tirumala, May 13 (UNI): Amid reports and social media posts alleging irregularities in the booking of SRIVANI Trust darshan tickets, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Wednesday clarified that its online booking system was fully secure and urged devotees not to fall prey to rumours or approach middlemen for tickets.

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Gaddam Vamsi Krishna alleges discrimination in grain procurement, warns officials against political bias

13 May 2026 | 9:27 PM

Peddapalli, May 13 (UNI) Peddapalli Member of Parliament Gaddam Vamsi Krishna on Wednesday alleged discrimination in grain procurement operations in Peddapalli district and accused officials of neglecting farmers, particularly those from neighbouring Mancherial district.

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Karnataka withdraws 2022 uniform order, allows limited religious symbols in schools

13 May 2026 | 9:25 PM

Bengaluru, May 13 (UNI) Karnataka Government on Wednesday withdrew its controversial February 5, 2022 uniform order and issued fresh guidelines allowing students in schools and colleges to wear “limited traditional and faith-based symbols” along with prescribed uniforms, while stressing equality, discipline and secular values.

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Kamineni Hospitals Inaugurates advanced bone marrow transplant unit

13 May 2026 | 9:18 PM

Hyderabad, May 13 (UNI) Kamineni Hospitals on Wednesday inaugurated a state-of-the-art Bone Marrow Transplant (BMT) Unit aimed at providing specialised treatment for patients suffering from blood-related disorders such as thalassemia, leukaemia, and aplastic anaemia.

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TN CM Vijay slams Udhayanidhi Stalin after winning floor test, defends mandate

13 May 2026 | 9:16 PM

Chennai, May 13 (UNI) Hours after winning the confidence vote in the Legislative Assembly, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and TVK Founder C Joseph Vijay on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on Leader of the Opposition Udhayanidhi Stalin (DMK) asserting that his administration enjoyed a “clear and decisive mandate” from the people.

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Congress skips swearing in function of Pondy CM Rangasamy

13 May 2026 | 9:06 PM

Puducherry, May 13 (UNI) The Congress party in Puducherry boycotted the swearing in function of AINRC Founder and Chief Minister N Rangasmay and his two council of ministers at the Lok Nivas.

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After assuming office as Pondy CM for 2nd successive term, AINIRC Founder Rangasamy thanks people for reposing faith

13 May 2026 | 9:02 PM

Puducherry, May 13 (UNI) Ruling AINRC Founder President and Puducherry Chief Minister N Rangasamy today expressed his gratitude to the people of the union Territory for bestowing love and trust in him.

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