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Andhra Pradesh is significantly bolstering its power transmission network with 68 new projects costing Rs 5,000 crore, aiming to boost capacity by 15,274 MVA and 1,822 circuit km. Further, 100 new projects are approved for tendering. The state is also investing in battery storage and renewable energy infrastructure to ensure energy security and meet future demands.

'TN 2026', a captivating film with Natty Subramaniam in the lead and directed by Umapathy S Ramaiah, has hit the big screens and will soon make its way to Amazon Prime Video and Aha. This inspiring tale, derived from Thambi Ramaiah's story, explores the ascent of an ordinary beeda seller to the heights of fame and influence in Pollachi.

The teaser for 'TN 2026 – Thanga Natchathiram' has been released, showcasing Natty Natarajan as a superstar entering politics. The film, directed by Umapathy Ramaiah, explores the challenges and opposition faced by the actor-turned-politician. Set for an April 10 release, the political entertainer features a strong supporting cast and has already generated significant buzz.

Director Umapathy Ramaiah has responded to trolls from Thalapathy Vijay fans, denying that his upcoming film 'TN 2026' is made to insult anyone. He clarified that the character perceived as being mocked is powerful, like a lion, and urged audiences to view the film as entertainment, not a political issue.

Security forces are intensifying operations nationwide to neutralize remaining Maoist cadres by the March 31 deadline. Efforts include tracking approximately 130-150 armed Naxals and encouraging surrenders, with significant troop movements and cross-border operations underway. The Centre is also planning a post-operation development blueprint.

Former chief justice -Karnataka High Court MF Saldanha on Thursday said he will approach President Pranab Mukherjee, seeking his intervention in removing lokayukta bhaskar rao.

A former executive engineer with the Upper Tunga project reiterated before a special court here that in early 2015, then Karnataka Lokayukta's son Ashwin Rao had met him at a hotel in Hyderabad and later his two associates demanded Rs 20 lakh to close a case against him.

The TDP politburo which met here on Thursday finalised the names of the six MLC candidates from the local body constituencies.

The Special Investigation Team (SIT), investigating the alleged corruption and extortion racket run by insiders in the Lokayukta, on Sunday arrested one more accused in the case.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) sleuths on Thursday arrested a top vigilance and enforcement (V&E) official after he was caught red-handed taking a bribe of Rs 1 lakh from a Rice Millers' Association representative for not registering cases against them.

Ashwin Rao, prime accused in the Lokayukta extortion and corruption scam, and his close aide V Bhaskar will come face to face when the special investigation team (SIT) takes them for questioning.