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More financial troubles in store for Telangana Govt as over 9,700 employees are retiring in 2026

More financial troubles in store for Telangana Govt as over 9,700 employees are retiring in 2026

Over 10,000 Telangana government employees will retire annually for three years from 2029 | Photo Credit: M. VENKAT RAO The Telangana government is in for more financial troubles as few thousands of employees in different cadres have retired or are set to retire from services during the current year, entailing expenditure for payment of substantial retirement benefits. This is in addition to the financial commitments it already has because of implementation of a spree of welfare programmes. According to data available, the number of employees scheduled to retire in the current year, including those who retired in the first seven months, add up to 9,719. The number is slightly lower in 2027 and 2028 when 9,443 and 8,778 employees respectively will retire, but it will progressively increase thereafter crossing 10,000 employees a year for the next three years. Delays in payment of retirement benefits The government is already struggling to mobilise finances for payment of retirement benefits to the employees who attained the age of superannuation since the past three years. Complaints over the delays …

Honey Trehan reveals gullaks kept in Gurudwaras to help recover Satluj’s financial losses: ‘We cannot accept any money’

Honey Trehan reveals gullaks kept in Gurudwaras to help recover Satluj’s financial losses: ‘We cannot accept any money’

Honey Trehan’s Jaswant Singh Khalra biopic, Satluj, previously titled Panjab ‘95, had a long journey before it was dropped on Zee5 and was taken down within hours. The Diljit Dosanjh-starrer was not cleared by the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) as the makers did not comply with cuts and missed a theatrical release. The filmmaker now reveals that people have tried to raise funds to recoup the film’s financial losses. Diljit Dosanjh played Jaswant Singh Khalra in Honey Trehan’s Satluj. Honey Trehan reveals gullaks kept in Gurudrawas for Satluj On Friday, Honey released a long note on his Instagram addressing the love Satluj received a month ago when it was released on Zee5 on July 3, but was taken down by July 5. He stated that the film was an opportunity to honour Jaswant Singh Khalra’s life. “Since then, we have been getting several messages, calls, Instagram DMs and tweets from people trying to reach out to us, the Khalra family and Diljit bhaji, to extend their support and help us with money to …

Suriya opens up on delay during Karuppu release, thanks Jyothika for helping: ‘It was lot financial burden on me’

Suriya opens up on delay during Karuppu release, thanks Jyothika for helping: ‘It was lot financial burden on me’

Suriya-led film, Karuppu was initially slated to release on May 14, 2026. However, last-minute cancellations forced audiences to wait another day before it finally hit the big screen. Despite the unexpected hurdle, the film went on to become a commercial success. Months later, Suriya breaks silence about the financial turmoil he faced behind the scenes, while also crediting wife Jyothika for standing by him during the difficult phase. Suriya breaks silence on Karuppu delay During a conversation with THR India, Suriya and Jyothika were asked about release-day crisis. Suriya said, “It was a lot financial burden on me which came on last minute and for me to take those extra loans. She was trusting me and allowing me to take the risk of loans. If something goes wrong as a family we will be facing it. Even if we are in an industry for such a long time, these situations are a little above us. It was a big step for me to take but there was trust that was present at that time.” Jyothika …

Suriya breaks silence on last-minute delay in Karuppu release, thanks Jyotika for support: ‘It was financial burden’

Suriya breaks silence on last-minute delay in Karuppu release, thanks Jyotika for support: ‘It was financial burden’

The path to the final theatrical release of Karuppu was filled with several impediments. Originally scheduled for a May 14 release, shows of the Suriya-starrer were cancelled at the last minute. The film was released a day later, and emerged as a huge success. Months later, Suriya has opened up about the situation behind the scenes during such a crisis. Suriya plays the lead role in RJ Balaji’s Karuppu. What Suriya said In a conversation with THR India, Suriya and Jyotika were asked about the Karuppu release delay and how emotional director RJ Balaji had reacted on that occasion. Suriya thanked Jyotika, and said, “It was a lot financial burden on me which came on last minute and for me to take those extra loans. She was trusting me and allowing me to take the risk of Loans. If something goes wrong as a family we will be facing it. Even if we are in an industry for such a long time, these situations are a little above us. It was a big step for …

Did Shivangi Joshi lie about family’s financial crisis on Lock Upp? Team responds | Television News

Did Shivangi Joshi lie about family’s financial crisis on Lock Upp? Team responds | Television News

7 min readMumbaiJul 29, 2026 06:23 PM IST Actress Shivangi Joshi has been receiving backlash over her confessions made on Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa. On the latest episode of the captive reality show, Shivangi spoke about her family going through a financial crisis where her parents didn’t even have money to buy food for the family. Soon after the clips went viral, internet users called her story fake. They even pointed out that in her old interviews, Shivangi had said her father was in the army, and she lived in a bungalow. Some said Shivangi made up the story to gain sympathy closer to the finale. Now, Shivangi Joshi’s team has strongly reacted to the buzz and countered all speculation. Shivangi Joshi’s team reacts to claims about her ‘fake’ confession Countering rumors calling Shivangi ‘living on the street’ claims fake, her team said, “A big house back in the hometown isn’t a plot twist. It’s called a family home; crores of Indian families have one. And a ‘secret’ is, by definition, something you didn’t …

Shivangi Joshi on family’s financial crisis

Shivangi Joshi on family’s financial crisis

Actress Shivangi Joshi has always safeguarded her personal life. However, on the latest episode of Lock Upp Sach Ya Sazaa, she revisited some traumatic chapters from her childhood. During a task, Shivangi revealed two of her secrets. The Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai actress recalled how her father suffered a huge loss in his business, and it brought them to the streets. The actress recalled surviving on bread and butter as the family couldn’t afford food. She even recalled how one of her maternal uncles tried to sexually assault her. Revealing her secret, Shivangi Joshi shared, “My father had a transport business with a relative. Everything was going great. But then some issues happened between him and my father, and he dumped all the losses on my father. The loss was so huge that my father had to sell everything that he had. We were literally on the streets. We had no money to even buy food. A few relatives bought us bread and butter to eat and survive. We didn’t have the money to …

Chiranjeevi and Others Extend Financial Support to Gabbar Singh Fame Ramesh After Brain Stroke

Chiranjeevi and Others Extend Financial Support to Gabbar Singh Fame Ramesh After Brain Stroke

Actor Ramesh, best known for his memorable role in Pawan Kalyan’s Gabbar Singh, recently suffered a severe brain stroke and is currently undergoing treatment at Apollo Hospital. As news of his health condition spread, members of the Telugu film industry have come forward to support the veteran actor and his family. According to TV9 Telugu, megastar Chiranjeevi has been in constant touch with the hospital to stay updated on Ramesh’s health. He has also extended financial assistance by handing over a cheque of Rs 3 lakh to the actor’s family. In addition, Chiranjeevi has assured the family of support in availing treatment under the state government’s health insurance scheme. His brother and actor-producer Naga Babu has also reportedly contributed Rs 2 lakh towards Ramesh’s medical expenses. Actor and publicist Vamshi Shekar later shared a photo of Chiranjeevi and Naga Babu presenting the cheques to Ramesh’s family. Gabbar Singh director Harish Shankar also visited Apollo Hospital to inquire about Ramesh’s health. He reportedly met the actor’s family and extended financial assistance during the difficult time. Ramesh …

West Bengal Assembly passes Bill depriving panchayat pradhans of financial powers

West Bengal Assembly passes Bill depriving panchayat pradhans of financial powers

The West Bengal Legislative Assembly on Saturday (July 26, 2026) passed the West Bengal Panchayat ( Second Amendment), 2026 Bill depriving elected representatives of panchayats of financial powers. The bill was passed with 169 votes polled in favour of the bill, while 13 MLAs voted against it. 32 MLAs did not participate in the voting process. The proposed legislation seeks to amend several provisions of the West Bengal Panchayat Act, 1973, with the stated objective of ensuring administrative stability, uninterrupted public service delivery and smoother functioning of rural local bodies. The statement of objects and reasons of the legislation says that the bill was brought to ensure the stability of panchayat bodies for the time bound delivery of services to the public at large. The bill provides for the prescribed authority to appoint an extension officer, or an officer of a higher rank, as Administrator for a maximum period of 30 days if both the pradhan and the deputy pradhan remain absent for more than 15 days and no elected member is willing to discharge …

Jeetendra recalls buying Pali Hill bungalow for ₹4.25 lakh after Bharat Bhushan’s financial woes; land now worth ₹450cr

Jeetendra recalls buying Pali Hill bungalow for ₹4.25 lakh after Bharat Bhushan’s financial woes; land now worth ₹450cr

Veteran actor Jeetendra was among Bollywood’s biggest stars in the 1980s. Alongside his flourishing film career, he also made smart real estate investments and eventually became a well-known name in Mumbai’s property market. In a recent interview, the actor recalled buying a bungalow in Mumbai’s upscale Pali Hill from late actor Bharat Bhushan for what he described as a throwaway price. Jeetendra spoke about the time he bought his first bungalow. Jeetendra bought Bharat Bhushan’s bungalow for ₹4.25 lakh Speaking to The Realty Drive, Jeetendra revealed that Bharat Bhushan was going through a severe financial crisis and was forced to sell his Pali Hill bungalow for just ₹4.25 lakh. According to TOI report, the plot is now valued at around ₹450 crore. Recalling the purchase, Jeetendra said, “He was a huge star in those days who had done films like Baiju Bawra. He came to me with the offer to buy his Pali Hill bungalow. When I spoke to my father, he said, ‘Let’s also buy a bungalow.’ Until then, we had lived a very …

Vijay Sethupathi says financial struggles shaped his childhood: ‘Sat with my father when debt collectors came’

Vijay Sethupathi says financial struggles shaped his childhood: ‘Sat with my father when debt collectors came’

Actor Vijay Sethupathi is widely regarded as one of the most versatile performers in Indian cinema today. Known for balancing commercial entertainers with critically acclaimed films, the Tamil star has built a successful career. However, long before becoming one of the industry’s most sought-after actors, Vijay says his life was shaped by financial struggles that influenced every decision his family made. Vijay Sethpathi recalls growing up in poverty, debt. Vijay Sethupathi recalls his financial struggles Speaking on the Truly Ram podcast, Vijay looked back on his childhood and shared how growing up with financial difficulties made him mature at a young age. He said that poverty was a constant part of his early life and that his family’s financial condition often determined what they could aspire to or afford. Recalling those years, Vijay said, “Financial struggles were mostly what I saw in childhood. People say youth is full of poverty and hardship. I’ve faced that question many times from a young age. That’s all there was. Because when you want something, we have to calculate …