Pawan Kalyan
Pawan Kalyan Sparks Debate: Is Dharma Equivalent to the Indian Constitution?
Dec 08, 2025 08:14 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has ignited a political controversy by equating Dharma with the Indian Constitution during an address at Karnataka's Sri Krishna Mutt. While Congress leaders firmly opposed his view, claiming the Constitution is strictly secular, BJP allies defended his stance that both share fundamental principles aimed at creating a just society.
Telangana Ministers Threaten Film Ban Over Pawan Kalyan's 'Evil Eye' Comment on Konaseema Damage
Dec 02, 2025 11:39 pm CST
Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan faces severe backlash from Telangana ministers who threaten to ban his films after his comment suggesting the state cast an "evil eye" on Konaseema's coconut plantations. The controversial remark has escalated tensions between the two Telugu states, with multiple Telangana leaders demanding an immediate apology from the actor-politician.
Tragic Stampede Claims 9 Lives at Andhra Pradesh's Sri Venkateswara Swamy Temple During Ekadashi Celebrations
Nov 01, 2025 05:32 pm CST
Nine devotees, including eight women and a child, died in a tragic stampede at Sri Venkateswara Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh's Srikakulam during Ekadashi celebrations. The incident, which also injured 17 others, occurred at the privately-managed "Mini Tirupati" temple that had insufficient crowd management and a single entry-exit point. Government officials have ordered an investigation while providing financial assistance to victims' families.
Cyclone Montha Aftermath: 3 Dead, 1 Lakh Displaced in Andhra Pradesh as Government Launches Relief Efforts
Oct 30, 2025 09:33 pm CST
Cyclone Montha has caused significant devastation in Andhra Pradesh, resulting in three fatalities and displacing over 116,000 people to relief camps. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has announced compensation for victims' families while directing immediate restoration of essential services. The disaster has damaged crops across 87,000 hectares, affecting nearly 79,000 farmers, with infrastructure repair costs estimated at over Rs 1,400 crore. Government officials have been instructed to prioritize relief distribution, power restoration, and road repairs to mitigate the cyclone's impact.
PM Modi Performs Sacred Rudrabhishekam at Andhra Pradesh's Historic Mallikarjuna Swamy Temple
Oct 16, 2025 04:50 pm CST
Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the sacred Sri Bhramaramba Mallikarjuna Swamy temple in Andhra Pradesh, performing Rudrabhishekam with Panchamuralu. The unique temple, housing both a Jyotirlinga and Shakti Peeth, was visited alongside CM Chandrababu Naidu before Modi proceeded to Kurnool for development project inaugurations and a public address on GST reforms.
Canadian Theatres Cancel Indian Film Screenings Following Targeted Arson and Shooting Attacks
Oct 03, 2025 12:55 pm CST
Multiple theatres in Ontario, Canada have suspended screenings of Indian films after Film.ca Cinemas in Oakville became the target of arson and shooting attacks within one week. The incidents, believed to be connected to South Asian film screenings, have prompted both Film.ca and York Cinemas to prioritize safety by cancelling shows of movies including Kantara: A Legend Chapter 1 and They Call Him OG despite initial resistance to what appears to be intimidation.