Telangana government is undertaking the largest-ever road development initiative in the state's history with projects worth Rs 60,799 crore, including expanding the Hyderabad–Vijayawada National Highway from four lanes to eight lanes, and building a transformative six-lane Regional Ring Road (RRR) to connect all districts, aiming to boost connectivity, attract investments, and create jobs across the state.
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Abigail Spanberger, a former CIA officer and three-term U.S. House representative, was elected as Virginia’s first female governor in 2025 after defeating Republican Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears. Her victory marks a historic milestone for Virginia and signifies a shift in political power from Republican to Democratic leadership in the state. Spanberger’s campaign emphasized affordability and addressed concerns related to federal job reductions affecting a large number of federal employees in Virginia.
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Dick Cheney was the youngest White House chief of staff in American history, assuming the role at age 34 during the Gerald Ford administration. He rose through the ranks from a congressional intern to White House chief of staff, then served as U.S. Secretary of Defense under George H.W. Bush, and finally became the 46th Vice President under George W. Bush. Cheney was a singular figure among vice presidents, wielding unprecedented power while showing little ambition for higher office. He was instrumental in shaping major policies such as the "War on Terror," the 2003 Iraq invasion, and expanding presidential powers, marking him as one of the most influential and polarizing vice presidents in modern U.S. history.
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The current US government shutdown has become the longest in history, entering its 36th day as of early November 2025, surpassing the previous record of 34 days set during President Donald Trump's first term in 2018-2019. Unlike in past shutdowns, President Trump has not involved himself in negotiations to end the standoff, with the White House instead hoping that key constituents will turn against Democrats the longer the shutdown continues. This shutdown has led to significant impacts including federal employees missing paychecks, disruptions in air travel, and economic consequences estimated to reduce the nation's GDP by billions.
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Nancy Pelosi, at 85, was the first and only female Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, serving two terms as Speaker from 2007 to 2011 and again from 2019 to 2023. Her retirement in 2027 marks the end of a remarkable nearly 40-year career in Congress, during which she became one of the most powerful women in American history. Pelosi was known for her leadership in advancing key progressive policies, including the Affordable Care Act, Wall Street reforms, and women's rights legislation such as the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act. She was a formidable political strategist, a prominent voice opposing Donald Trump's policies, and an influential fundraiser for the Democratic Party. Her career shattered the glass ceiling for women in U.S. politics and left a lasting legacy as a trailblazing leader.
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