28+ min ago (210+ words) Dr Ranganadham and Dr Gnaneshwar Rao To save the patient, doctors used Penumbra Lightning minimally invasive clot removal technology and placed an IVC filter to stop additional blood clots from travelling. A pulmonary angiogram was also performed during the intervention. The complex, high-risk procedure was led by vascular surgeon Dr. Ganeshwar Rao, with coordinated support from specialists across departments. Dr Rao noted, "This was a very complicated medical emergency. The clot's proximity to the heart made it a race against time. Accurate diagnosis, teamwork among specialists, and access to advanced interventional technology helped us prevent a fatal outcome." The patient had travelled nearly 230 km from a remote village near Kalaburagi after being referred by a lawyer previously treated at the hospital. Dr Paidi added, "At Aster Prime, we strongly believe in coordinated, multi-specialty care. Early diagnosis and seamless collaboration between…...

30+ min ago (155+ words) Hyderabad: During a special drunk-driving enforcement drive, Hyderabad traffic police booked 552 motorists for driving under the influence of alcohol. City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar, in a press release issued on Sunday, reaffirmed that there will be "zero tolerance on drunk and drive violations" and said the special drive will continue. Joint Commissioner of Traffic D. Joel Davis urged commuters to cooperate with the traffic police or face strict legal action. Of the 552 booked, 438 were two-wheeler riders, 45 were three-wheeler drivers, 69 were four-wheeler drivers, and the rest operated other vehicles. The breakdown of Blood Alcohol Content (BAC) levels recorded: " 127 cases between 30"50 mg " 212 cases between 51"100 mg " 112 cases between 101"150 mg " 64 cases between 151"200 mg " 27 cases between 201"250 mg " 8 cases above 300 mg Officials said the crackdown will continue to ensure road safety across the city....

31+ min ago (532+ words) The National Herald matter is a completely bogus case. Justice will ultimately triumph. Satyameva Jayate, Jairam Ramesh said New Delhi: With Delhi Police filing an FIR against Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi in the National Herald case, the Congress on Sunday alleged that the "Modi-Shah duo" is continuing with its mischievous politics of harassment, intimidation, and vendetta against the party's top leadership.Condemning the action, the opposition party also said the National Herald matter is a "completely bogus case" and justice will ultimately triumph. In a post on X, Congress general secretary in-charge communications Jairam Ramesh charged, "The Modi-Shah duo is continuing with its mischievous politics of harassment, intimidation, and vendetta against the top leadership of the INC. Those who threaten are themselves insecure and afraid." "The National Herald matter is a completely bogus case. Justice will ultimately triumph. Satyameva…...

39+ min ago (223+ words) Headline:New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert as cyclonic storm Ditwah over the southwest Bay of Bengal moved northwards at seven kmph, posing a severe threat to northern Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and adjoining south Andhra Pradesh coasts. The IMD has advised residents to remain indoors, avoid coastal areas, and follow local administration instructions. Fishermen are warned not to venture into the sea along the affected coasts. Meanwhile, the Indian Embassy in Sri Lanka said on Saturday that Chetak helicopters carried out rescue operations for people affected by Cyclone Ditwah in Sri Lanka. The embassy said that India stood firmly with Sri Lanka. "Under Operation Sagar Bandhu, Chetak helicopters from INS Vikrant carried out search and rescue sorties in Sri Lanka today, supporting people affected by Cyclone Ditwah. India stands firmly with Sri Lanka in this…...

41+ min ago (191+ words) Dharwad : Rudrappa, who served as a car driver for Vice-Chancellors and Registrars of Karnataka University for nearly 23 years, was in for an emotional surprise on November 29 when he retired. In an unprecedented gesture, Registrar (Evaluation) Nijalingappa Mattihal personally drove Rudrappa and his family home, making the moment a memorable one in the university's history. Rudrappa was initially appointed on a temporary basis during the tenure of former Registrar Rajneesh Goel. He went on to work as the official driver for former Vice-Chancellors A M Pathan, M Khajapeer, S K Saidapur, H B Walikar and Acting Vice-Chancellor A Murigappa. He also served for nearly eight years as the driver for several Registrars, including Nijalingappa Mattihal, who chose to honour Rudrappa's dedication and hard work by driving him back home--just as Rudrappa had faithfully done for him for years. After 22 years…...

47+ min ago (288+ words) Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said all is well within the state Congress ranks and there is no difference of opinion between him and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Speaking to reporters, Shivakumar said he is well aware of his "limits" as Karnataka Congress president and that his party's sole focus is to prepare a strategy for the 2028 Karnataka Assembly elections. Amid rising speculation over a leadership tussle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the Congress sought to project unity as the two leaders held an hour-long breakfast meeting on Saturday, reiterating their commitment to the party high command's directives. Although Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar aimed to send out a message of harmony, the opposition dismissed the meeting as a "breakup par makeup", alleging that the leaders were merely attempting to mask their internal…...

47+ min ago (288+ words) Bengaluru: Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar on Sunday said all is well within the state Congress ranks and there is no difference of opinion between him and Chief Minister Siddaramaiah. Speaking to reporters, Shivakumar said he is well aware of his "limits" as Karnataka Congress president and that his party's sole focus is to prepare a strategy for the 2028 Karnataka Assembly elections. Amid rising speculation over a leadership tussle between Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar, the Congress sought to project unity as the two leaders held an hour-long breakfast meeting on Saturday, reiterating their commitment to the party high command's directives. Although Siddaramaiah and Shivakumar aimed to send out a message of harmony, the opposition dismissed the meeting as a "breakup par makeup", alleging that the leaders were merely attempting to mask their internal…...

52+ min ago (238+ words) A viral video shows the veteran actor making disrespectful comments about Brahmanandam, triggering strong criticism online. Tollywood senior actor Rajendra Prasad has come under sharp criticism once again after making inappropriate remarks during a public event. His behaviour, which many netizens say has been repeatedly crossing lines in recent years, has sparked a fresh controversy. The latest incident occurred at the Sahakutumbaanaam movie event held on Saturday, where both Rajendra Prasad and veteran comedian Brahmanandam were present. After Brahmanandam concluded his speech, the microphone was handed to Rajendra Prasad. While beginning his remarks, he suddenly made an offensive comment directed at Brahmanandam. Shocked by the remark, Brahmanandam immediately questioned him, prompting Rajendra Prasad to attempt to cover it up as a joke. The video has since gone viral on social media, with netizens condemning the actor for repeatedly making disrespectful…...

59+ min ago (412+ words) Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju has convened a meeting of floor leaders of political parties in Parliament on Sunday to ensure floor coordination during the session New Delhi: The Winter session of Parliament beginning Monday will see the government push its reforms agenda with a legislation to open up the civil nuclear sector to private players, while the opposition is set to rake up the issue of revision of electoral rolls across 12 states and Union territories.The three-week long session of Parliament comes against the backdrop of the overwhelming victory of the BJP-led NDA in the Bihar Assembly elections which is expected to reflect in the renewed push for reforms after a virtual washout of the Monsoon session. Besides the crucial 'The Atomic Energy Bill, 2025', which seeks to govern the use and regulation of atomic energy in India, the Higher…...

1+ hour, 6+ min ago (349+ words) New Delhi: IndiGo has announced the completion of a mandatory Airbus system upgrade across its entire A320-family fleet, confirming that all 200 aircraft are now fully compliant with the latest safety requirements. In a post shared on X on Saturday, the airline said the upgrade programme was executed through a coordinated effort between its engineering and operations teams, ensuring each aircraft received the mandated system enhancement without disrupting flight schedules. IndiGo emphasised that the fleet-wide update was carried out with "minimal impact on customers' journeys and zero cancellations." The airline noted that with the completion of this technical requirement, all updated aircraft are now operating with the latest approved configuration. It added that performance will continue to be closely monitored as part of IndiGo's routine safety procedures. Meanwhile, following concerns about a safety risk posed by the Airbus A320's software update,…...