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A policy brief led by Hyderabad's ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition recommends imposing health taxes on sweets and sugar-sweetened beverages to curb childhood obesity and lifestyle diseases. The report says higher taxes, combined with broader reforms, could reduce unhealthy food consumption and boost government revenue.
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Kotak Education Foundation has launched the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026, offering Rs 1.5 lakh annually to meritorious girl students pursuing professional undergraduate courses. The programme also provides mentoring and life-skills support, with 500 new scholars to be selected for 2026–27.
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GMR Aero Technic has signed a licensing agreement with Honeywell Aerospace to repair and overhaul critical line-replaceable units used in LEAP engines powering Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, reducing turnaround times and improving maintenance support for airlines across the region.
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Many Hyderabad localities include the word "tekri," meaning a small rocky hill. Although urbanisation has erased many of these natural elevations, their names continue to preserve the city's geological heritage and the historical landmarks that once stood atop these hillocks.
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Bullet Survivor combines classic arcade shooting with tower defense and RPG progression to create an enjoyable mobile experience. While repetitive gameplay eventually reduces the challenge, its nostalgic visuals, satisfying upgrades, and strategic power-up system make it a worthwhile free-to-play Android title.
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Several districts in northern and eastern Telangana, including Mancherial, Mulugu, and Peddapalli, recorded heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm, while Hyderabad saw moderate showers ranging between 15 mm and 64 mm.
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A 60-year-old SPO constable, Nagarjuna Reddy, collapsed due to a suspected heart attack while on duty at Chikkadpally Police Station in Hyderabad. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he passed away during treatment.
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A man identified as Ravi Kumar has been arrested by Malkajgiri police in Hyderabad for allegedly luring a four-year-old girl with chocolates and sexually assaulting her. The child reported the incident to her mother, leading to the suspect’s arrest.
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A 40-year-old woman, Swathi, died of electrocution while using an immersion water heater at her residence in Peerzadiguda, Medipally. She accidentally came into contact with water while the heater was switched on, resulting in instant death.
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Actor Jr NTR has been advised six to eight weeks of complete rest after sustaining a shoulder injury, his team announced. Doctors recommended recovery time following medical evaluation, while the actor's team assured fans there was no cause for concern
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Skyroot Aerospace founders Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka after the successful Vikram-1 mission. The discussions covered the company's journey, India's private space ecosystem, future opportunities and the long-term vision for space technology.
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Golconda Gladiators defeated Secunderabad Stallions 62-58 in the youth girls’ category of the Hyderabad District Basketball Championship. Pavani starred with 37 points, while Birla Blazers also registered a victory over Charminar Chargers in the tournament at YMCA Secunderabad
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HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath said the contempt cases against him arose from action taken against alleged land encroachers. Responding to the Telangana High Court's observations, he alleged that courts had been misled with false information and reaffirmed his faith in the judiciary.
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Kalapathar police arrested three persons for the alleged murder of a 17-year-old youth at Biryanishah Tekri in Hyderabad. The accused were apprehended near Chandrayangutta, and police seized two knives, blood-stained clothes, an Activa scooter and three mobile phones.
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The Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, organised its annual school exhibition featuring student projects in science, technology, mathematics, social sciences, environmental sustainability and the arts. IIIT Hyderabad's Dr Venkatesh Chopella inaugurated the event and encouraged students to embrace innovation and lifelong learning.
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MRDCL Managing Director EV Narasimha Reddy directed HMWSSB to prepare a study on sewage treatment infrastructure at Mir Alam Tank to prevent untreated sewage discharge. He also reviewed bridge construction and instructed officials to accelerate both bridge and lake restoration works.
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The Minorities Welfare Department's approval to lease over one acre of Urdu Academy land in Serilingampally to a private company for 30 years has sparked concerns. Community members have questioned the absence of a tender process and sought cancellation of the government order
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The Telangana government has introduced the Family Register Certificate through MeeSeva to provide families with an authenticated digital record for accessing government services. The certificate will be issued within two days and will be linked to the family's ration card number
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The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board imposed a Rs 15,000 penalty on a Banjara Hills establishment after wastewater from a sump cleaning operation was discharged onto a public road, blocking drains and causing inconvenience. Officials also seized the dewatering pump used.
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Hyderabad-based Sigma Advanced Systems Limited has secured a USD 104.9 million export order from a North American customer to manufacture and supply 147,000 base bleed artillery shell bodies. The contract, valued at about Rs 1,013 crore, will be executed over six to 12 months
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The Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory inducted 57 new forensic experts to strengthen scientific investigations across the state. Officials said the recruits would enhance capabilities in DNA analysis, digital forensics and narcotics, while helping improve case disposal and forensic service delivery
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The Telangana Transport Department's Internal Vigilance Wing has directed officials to bar brokers from RTA and RTO premises, strengthen surveillance, establish public help desks, and take strict action against employees found colluding with middlemen to ensure transparent and hassle-free public services.
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Residents of Anandbagh in Malkajgiri are facing severe water scarcity as groundwater levels continue to fall and borewells dry up. The local Residents Association has urged HMWSSB to launch a rainwater harvesting awareness campaign to help address the growing crisis
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Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited will upgrade 10 high-traffic stations to improve passenger movement, parking, cleanliness and commuter amenities. During an inspection, Additional Managing Director B Ajith Reddy directed officials to improve station maintenance, reorganise transit facilities and enhance overall commuter convenience
