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India Sports & Cricket 31 Oct 2026, 05:00 PM IST

Sarthak Claims Pole With Record Lap as Novice Field Tightens in National Qualifying

Sarthak delivered the standout performance of the qualifying session by securing pole position with a record lap, underlining both pace and composure at a crucial stage of the meet. The session also highlighted strong novice-category showings from Kavicholaiarasan of Trichy and Vijayawada’s Akarsh Jangam, who topped their respective classes and reinforced the depth of emerging talent in Indian motorsport.

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National Governance & Policy21 Oct 2026, 08:00 PM IST

Five Arrested as Bangladesh-Origin Gold, Foreign Currency Seized Near Vijayawada

Authorities near Vijayawada have arrested five people after intercepting a Hyderabad-bound bus and an SUV in separate but linked enforcement actions. Three men were found carrying 3.1 kilograms of gold concealed around their waists, while two others were allegedly transporting foreign currency hidden inside a vehicle.

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National Governance & Policy19 Oct 2026, 08:00 AM IST

JSP’s Vangaveeti Radhakrishna, YSRCP’s Rayana Bhagya Lakshmi Set for Vijayawada Mayor Contest as TDP Names Visakhapatnam Pick

The race for key municipal leadership posts in Andhra Pradesh has sharpened, with JSP’s Vangaveeti Radhakrishna and YSRCP’s Rayana Bhagya Lakshmi emerging as principal contenders for the Vijayawada mayoral post. In a parallel move, the Telugu Desam Party has named Mukka Sravani as its candidate for Visakhapatnam mayor and released a list of eight mayoral nominees, signalling a more organised push in urban local body politics.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 11:13 PM IST

President Droupadi Murmu to Visit Vijayawada’s Kanaka Durga Temple on October 14

President Droupadi Murmu will visit the Kanaka Durga temple in Vijayawada on October 14 during the Dasara Navarathri Utsavams, according to the NTR district administration. District officials said elaborate security, crowd-management and ceremonial arrangements are being put in place for the presidential visit, which comes amid one of Andhra Pradesh’s most significant religious festivals. The President is also scheduled to attend the National Saras Mela at Punnami Ghat on October 15.

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National Governance & Policy15 Oct 2026, 01:17 PM IST

President Murmu to Inaugurate First National Saras Mela Outside Delhi-NCR in Vijayawada on October 15

India will host the National Saras Mela outside the Delhi-NCR region for the first time, with Vijayawada set to become the venue for the flagship rural livelihoods showcase on October 15. President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate the event, following an initiative associated with Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, underscoring a push to broaden the national footprint of self-help group enterprises and rural women’s market access.

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India Entertainment & Culture14 Oct 2026, 10:57 PM IST

Vijayawada to Host National Saras Mela During Dasara, Boosting Craft Economy and Festive Footfall

Vijayawada will host the National Saras Mela as part of its Dasara festivities, positioning the city as a major cultural and commercial draw during one of Andhra Pradesh’s busiest festival periods. The event is expected to showcase rural artisans, self-help groups and traditional products while adding momentum to local tourism and small-enterprise sales.

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Banking, Fintech & Insurance04 Oct 2026, 11:09 AM IST

Holding Companies, NBFCs Rework Balance Sheets to Stay Outside RBI Net

Indian corporate groups are reshaping the asset and income profiles of non-banking financial companies and core investment companies to avoid falling within the Reserve Bank of India’s regulatory definitions, according to sources familiar with the matter. The adjustments are aimed at limiting registration and compliance obligations, underscoring how firms are responding to a tighter supervisory environment with balance-sheet engineering rather than expansion.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (02:39 PM IST)

CCB Moves to Enforce Externment Order Against Rowdy Sheeter in Legal Crackdown

The Central Crime Branch has initiated legal proceedings against a rowdy sheeter for allegedly violating an externment order, escalating enforcement action against repeat offenders in the city. The move underscores a broader policing strategy aimed at using preventive law to curb intimidation, public disorder, and habitual criminal conduct.

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India Sports & CricketJust now (08:30 PM IST)

Srinagar Takes Centre Stage as Jammu and Kashmir Seeks to Set the Tone Against Rest of India

Jammu and Kashmir enter a high-stakes domestic cricket moment with Srinagar in focus, as the side looks to make an early statement against the Rest of India. Beyond the result, the contest carries wider significance for the region’s cricketing credibility, player development and the growing expectation that J&K can compete with established domestic powers.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (02:32 PM IST)

CPI to Launch Andhra Pradesh Protest Drive Over House Sites, Drought Relief and 22-A Land Disputes

The Communist Party of India will begin a state-wide agitation in Andhra Pradesh demanding house sites for the poor, drought assistance and a resolution to long-pending 22-A land issues, party leaders said on Friday. As part of the campaign, the party has announced a “Chalo Vijayawada” programme for October 26, signalling an escalation of pressure on the state government over land rights and rural distress.

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Global Markets & EquitiesJust now (11:17 AM IST)

RBI Clarifies NBFC Rules, Tightens CIC Test After Tata Sons Registration Rejection

The Reserve Bank of India has clarified how it will determine whether a company’s principal business is financial activity and when a holding company qualifies as a core investment company, sharpening the regulatory framework for large conglomerate structures. The move comes after the central bank rejected Tata Sons’ application to surrender its registration, a decision that intensifies scrutiny of the unlisted holding company and strengthens the case for a mandatory public listing.

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National Governance & PolicyJust now (10:26 PM IST)

Man Killed After Brawl in Vijayawada, Police Probe Trigger and Sequence of Violence

A man was killed after a violent brawl in Vijayawada, prompting a police investigation into the circumstances that led to the fatal assault. Authorities are working to establish the sequence of events, identify those involved, and determine whether the clash stemmed from a personal dispute, local rivalry, or another trigger. The incident has once again underscored concerns over street violence and public safety in one of Andhra Pradesh’s key urban centres.

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