11 dead, nine missing as Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus catches fire in Andhra

11 dead, nine missing as Hyderabad-Bengaluru bus catches fire in Andhra

A major tragedy occurred early this morning on the Bengaluru–Hyderabad National Highway (NH-44) in Kurnool district. A Volvo bus belonging to Kaleshwaram Travels caught fire and was completely gutted, turning into ashes within minutes. The bus was traveling from Bengaluru to Hyderabad with over 40 passengers on board. Oct 24, 2025
Sensex, Nifty open lower amid US-China trade tension

Sensex, Nifty open lower amid US-China trade tension

On the other hand, ICICI Bank, Tata Steel, Bharat Electronics (BEL), Mahindra & Mahindra, Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank, and State Bank of India were trading in the green, helping limit the overall losses. Oct 24, 2025
Strong Q2 growth, GST reforms to help India's growth expand at 6.6 pc this year: IMF

Strong Q2 growth, GST reforms to help India's growth expand at 6.6 pc this year: IMF

"Economies in the Asia-Pacific region have been resilient in 2025, posting stronger-than-expected economic growth in the first half of the year amid external and domestic challenges. Nevertheless, higher US tariffs and increasing protectionism will likely reduce demand for Asian exports and eventually weigh on growth in the near-term," said the IMF. Oct 24, 2025
Telangana opens helpline to assist families of passengers

Bus blaze: Telangana opens helpline to assist families of passengers

He spoke to officials of Andhra Pradesh and directed Telangana State officials to coordinate and extend all necessary assistance. He also discussed the incident with the State Chief Secretary and the Director General of Police (DGP), instructing them to take immediate action. Oct 24, 2025
J&K Assembly zero hour dominated by public issues raised by MLAs

Friday's Rajya Sabha Elections in J&K: NC Poised for Sweep as BJP Pins Hopes on Fourth Seat

With MLAs of J&K set to cast their votes on Friday to elect four Rajya Sabha members, the contest for the fourth seat has become the focal point of political attention. While NC enjoys a clear numerical advantage backed by the Congress, PDP, and several Independents, the BJP remains confident of an upset win through its candidate, state president Sat Pal Sharma. Oct 24, 2025