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IAF combat capability faces resource shortage and delay in modernisation

AMID the fast-changing geo-strategic scenario, the combat capability of the Indian Air Force (IAF) is turning into a tale of woes; not only is there a shortage of fighter pilots, the training of these pilots, even when inducted, is plagued with shortage of resources.

Lanka Prez treads a geopolitical tightrope

China has invested heavily in Sri Lanka, and India has, too, and the competing interests need careful management. A single wrong move may prove costly for the new administration

Celebrating the Birth of Sikhism's Classical Hero

received a beautiful New Year message from a Sikh friend: \"End 2024 with shukrana (thanksgiving), start 2025 with ardas (petition for well-being).\" This naturally brought to mind that January 6 is the 358th birth anniversary of Guru Gobind Singh.

Follow Time Slots for Smooth Vaikunta Darshan: TTD Chief

Tirupati Devasthanam (TTD) Board Chairman BR Naidu has reiterated that devotees must follow the time slots given on their Vaikunta Dwara Darshan tickets for a hassle-free experience to avoid long waiting hours.

YSRCP govt fought for railway zone in Vizag, claims MLA

YSRCP MLA Tatiparthi Chandrasekhar alleged that the party fought for a railway zone in Vizag and prepared a Detailed Project Report for the Vizag Metro, criticizing the current government's handling of loans and alleged negligence across various sectors.

Lokesh slams YSRCP for neglect of Uttarandhra

HRD, IT and Electronics Minister N Lokesh hit back at the YSRCP, accusing the party of bringing development in Uttarandhra to a standstill.

I removed my PA following complaints, reveals Anitha

HOME Minister Vangalapudi Anitha informed the media that she herself removed her personal assistant Sandhu Jagadish.

Liberate temples from control of govt to uphold Dharma: VHP

THE Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP) held 'Hyndava Sankharavam' at Kesarapalli near Vijayawada on Sunday. Around 2 lakh people from different parts of Andhra Pradesh attended the public meeting.

No HMPV cases in State, advisory issued

NO cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) have been reported yet in the State, and the people need not panic, said Dr K Padmavathi, Director of Public Health and Family Welfare.

Four Maoists, 1 jawan killed in Chhattisgarh encounter

FOUR Maoists and a jawan were killed during an encounter in south Chhattisgarh's Narayanpur district on Sunday.

Fresh Wound For India, Repercussions Likely

India fall in Bumrah's absence; focus back on Gambhir after yet another series loss

Coast Guard helicopter goes down in Gujarat, 3 crew members killed

THREE crew members of an advanced light helicopter (ALH-Dhruv) of the Indian Coast Guard were killed when the chopper crashed and caught fire at Gujarat's Porbandar airport on Sunday.

Leopard attack sparks panic in Kalyandurgam

A leopard attack on the outskirts of Kalyandurgam on Saturday has left villagers on edge, fearful of visiting their farmlands after dark.

Inter-State Football Tourney at Yemmiganur from January 15

YEMMIGANUR town in Kurnool district is set to host the Inter-State Football Tournament from January 15 to 21, coinciding with the grand festival of Lord Sree Neelakanteshwara Swamy.

Bank Loans Empower SHG Women

Kadapa dist disburses ₹546 crore as loans to 6,447 SHGs, achieving 63.67% target in '24

Carrom tourney begins in Nellore

THE 29th All India Federation Cup Carrom Tournament began at Nellore Club on Sunday, attracting 350 players from 30 States and nine institutions.

Atmakuru infra gets ₹10-cr boost

ENDOWMENTS Minister Anam Ramanarayana Reddy announced significant progress in rural development projects in the Atmakuru constituency, with a focus on infrastructure improvements.

Tadipatri civic chairman apologises to actress Madhavi Latha

TADIPATRI Municipal Chairman J C Prabhakar Reddy has apologised to actress Madhavi Latha, admitting that his comments about her were made in anger and were inappropriate.

Minister Promises Action on Annamayya Land Issues

TRANSPORT Minister Mandipalli Ram Prasad Reddy has highlighted the urgent need to resolve land disputes in Annamayya district.

KMC Takes Steps to Prevent Water Crisis During Summer

KURNOOL Municipal Corporation (KMC) Commissioner S Ravindra Babu has announced measures to prevent a drinking water shortage in the city this summer.

A Guilty, Albeit Predictable, Pleasure

CULPA TUYA (YOUR FAULT) Director: Domingo González Genre: Romance Platform: Prime Video Language: English Rating: ★★☆☆☆

Getting to Do Spy Stuff is Fun

Keira Knightley speaks to Sally James on playing a secret agent in her latest spy thriller, Black Doves

A Story of Uneasy Love

The fast-paced love story between a Muslim girl and a Hindu boy explores the tension between tradition and modernity

Making 2025 Your Best Year

Eleven infallible strategies to transform New Year resolutions into habits

Sax and the City

The best hop, skip and jump spots for aficionados of jazz in its birthplace where the music never stops and feet never stop tapping

Making Her Blush Permanently

A latest beauty trend everyone is buzzing about has a tattoo element

Memorial for Manmohan is a Requiem for a Lost Dream

Dead people never really die. They are kept alive through man's endless need for ritual, both in the private and public realm.

It Maybe the Best of Times, but It is Surely the Worst of Times

Manmohan Singh, former PM and finance minister who launched India's 1991 economic reforms, died last week.

The Winning Edge

Entrepreneur Stuti Jalan is taking the story of Indian women to the global stage

An Eye on the Oppressed

Photographer Jaisingh Nageswaran's childhood was defined by just one incident.