CM Revanth Reddy drops minister Konda Surekha from cabinet

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy decided to remove Konda Surekha from his cabinet. G Chinna Reddy’s appointment as vice-chairman of Telangana Planning Board was also rescinded. This action follows recommendations from the TPCC disciplinary committee for controversial remarks. Gadwal Vijayalakshmi will now serve as Planning Board vice-chairperson. Nerella Sharada and G Sudha Rani also received new…

Building near an airport? Centre plans faster height clearances, local-level NOCs

New reforms are set to expedite building height approvals in proximity to airports, streamlining the planning process for developers. They will now receive height permissions much earlier, especially in key metropolitan areas such as Delhi and Mumbai. Local urban bodies are expected to start issuing height no-objection certificates (NOCs), while automated digital tools will dramatically…

When Oracle founder said he wanted to remain friends after first wife filed for divorce

Larry Ellison, the visionary behind Oracle, navigated a challenging divorce in 1986, shortly after welcoming his daughter. His former spouse, Barbara, took on the vital role of primary caregiver, nurturing a passion for cinema within their children, David and Megan. This foundation propelled David to establish Skydance Media, where he produced blockbuster franchises, while Megan…

Yash’s ‘Toxic’ to release in English across India on September 4; makers confirm a ‘shorter cut’ of the film

The English version of Yash’s film ‘Toxic’ will release in India on September 4. This new cut is a shorter version of the previously released Indian language film. The movie, a gangster action thriller, received mixed to negative reviews upon its initial release. Despite a strong opening, the film’s box office performance has been inconsistent…

Missouri River dye test tracked plume 41.2 miles and measured 8.2-hour delay

Scientists conducted a dye-tracing experiment on Montana’s Missouri River. This study examined how substances move through the waterway over forty miles. The dye traveled at different speeds through various river sections and reservoirs. Researchers measured how the dye plume spread along the river’s direction. This data aids in predicting contaminant movement and planning for accidental…