JP Nadda, BJP National President, criticized the Kerala government’s delay in addressing the Hema Committee report on Malayalam film industry harassment. He accused the Communist leaders of alleged involvement and urged the Kerala chief minister to explain. The committee, formed after a 2017 assault case, submitted its report in 2018, but it was only released in 2024.

The situation continues to remain grim with nearly 110 villages submerged under floodwaters in Telangana and Andhra CM Naidu seeking Centre’s help to carry out rescue operations

The incident occurred in the afternoon when the driver of the four-wheeler lost his control over the vehicle, causing it to overturn, an official said, adding that the deceased and injured persons were friends