Meet BVP Rao, ex-IAS officer who became a filmmaker, worked with Ilaiyaraaja, won national awards
The Indian Administrative Service (IAS) is a highly respected career path, symbolising prestige and national service. Millions of aspirants strive to join this elite service through the UPSC exam, aiming to contribute to nation-building, but only a few achieve success. It’s surprising when a senior IAS officer leaves the service to pursue opportunities in other fields, sparking widespread interest and curiosity. Today, we are talking about Papa Rao Biyyala, formerly known as BVP Rao, who left his three-decade-long career in administration for filmmaking.
Passengers can modify tickets without extra charges, know all about DGCA new rules
DGCA has upgraded flight ticket refund rules to ease the process of cancellations and changes for travelers. According to the new rules, passengers can cancel or change airline tickets without extra charges within 48 hours of booking.
‘Thank you Israel for the warmth’: PM Modi concludes historic 2-day state visit
The visit culminated in the signing of 27 MoUs and agreements across diverse sectors including innovation, cultural exchange, manufacturing, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, economic cooperation, diplomacy, and security.
Uttar Pradesh: CM Yogi Adityanath-led govt allocates Rs 95 crore for widening state highway linking Jewar airport, check details
The provincial department has prepared a detailed plan for the widening project, focusing on the Gulavathi to Kuchesar section of the highway.
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Delhi Police vs Himachal Police: What exactly happened? Here’s all you need to know
The standoff began when Delhi Police personnel, around 20 in number, were intercepted by Shimla Police while transporting the three Youth Congress workers to Delhi.
Who was Bonu Komali? 21-year-old YouTuber found dead after sending ‘I love you’ to mother in Kuwait
A 21-year-old BSc student and YouTuber, Bonu Komali, was found dead in her Hyderabad apartment after sending an emotional message to her mother. Police suspect distress linked to a past relationship. A case of suspicious death has been registered and investigations are ongoing.
CM Rekha Gupta-led Delhi govt renews excise policy for hotels, clubs and restaurants by 1 year, check details
The extension means Delhi will continue operating under the 2020-21 policy, which has been extended multiple times under previous governments.
Delhi: DTC to launch Pink Saheli Smart Card for women to travel free, along with Orange, Blue smart cards
To continue to ease travel and ensure safety for woman in Delhi, the DTC will introduce Pink, Blue, and Orange smart cards for bus travel and will formally launch them on March 2. These cards will replace the physical tickets and can be used in shopping, metro and ATM.
After Supreme Court’s objection, NCERT to remove section on ‘judicial corruption’ from Class 8 textbook
The bench — comprising Chief Justice of India (CJI) Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and Vipul M Pancholi — took up the matter after senior advocates Kapil Sibal and Abhishek Singhvi flagged it for urgent consideration.