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The Health of the Nation 2026 highlights rising non-communicable diseases in Telangana, with obesity surging in Hyderabad and hypertension spiking in Warangal. The findings underline growing risks from sedentary lifestyles and poor dietary habits
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T Harish Rao accused A. Revanth Reddy government of forcibly acquiring lands from marginalised communities and suppressing protests in Parigi. He condemned arrests of leaders and farmers, vowing continued agitation against the proposed industrial park project
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Louvre Abu Dhabi has invited proposals for the 6th ‘Art Here’ exhibition, curated by Kamini Sawhney. The 2026 edition will include Indian and GCC artists, exploring shared cultural histories under the theme “Confluences”
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Shirin Sharmin Chaudhury, a senior Awami League leader, was arrested in Dhaka over cases linked to 2024 protests. Police said she is under interrogation amid ongoing political crackdown following the fall of Sheikh Hasina government
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T Harish Rao and several Bharat Rashtra Samithi leaders were arrested in Hyderabad while heading to support protesting farmers in Parigi. Police intercepted their convoy, triggering protests, amid tensions over proposed land acquisition for an industrial park project
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Tension gripped Hyderabad after a woman attempted self-immolation at the State Human Rights Commission office, alleging police harassment. Alert personnel prevented the act in time, and she was taken into custody as authorities began investigating her claims
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KT Rama Rao condemned the house arrest of party leaders, including T. Harish Rao, for supporting protesting farmers in Vikarabad. He accused the government of suppressing dissent and demanded release of leaders and halt to land acquisition
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Uncertainty prevails over trade union elections in Singareni Collieries Company Limited as tenure of recognised unions has ended. Rival unions demand extension or equal status, while authorities await a decision from management on conducting fresh elections or interim arrangements
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Four owners of a rice mill in Kumram Bheem Asifabad were booked for allegedly diverting government paddy meant for custom milling. Officials found large-scale irregularities worth crores, marking a repeat offence, with investigations underway following a complaint by authorities
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Saudi Arabia closed the King Fahd Causeway after Iranian missile strikes targeted its Eastern Province amid escalating conflict. Donald Trump renewed threats over the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears of wider regional war
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Jindal Stainless has appointed Ranveer Singh as its first brand ambassador to boost visibility and consumer connect. The partnership aligns the actor’s energetic persona with the company’s focus on innovation, durability and expanding market presence nationwide
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A bomb attack in Manipur’s Bishnupur district killed two children and injured their mother, sparking protests in Imphal. Chief Minister N Biren Singh condemned the incident, vowing strict action as security forces were deployed
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The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has extended the suspension of TV news TRP ratings by Broadcast Audience Research Council for four weeks, citing concerns over sensationalism and speculative reporting amid ongoing West Asia conflict and public interest considerations
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A total of 1,586 candidates filed nominations for 152 constituencies in the first phase of West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026. Scrutiny is underway, with withdrawals due by April 9. Polling is scheduled for April 23, officials said
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The King Fahd Causeway was closed as a precaution amid Iranian attack threats targeting Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. The move comes after Donald Trump warned Iran over the Strait of Hormuz tensions
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Benchmark indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty fell sharply in early trade as rising crude oil prices and West Asia tensions hurt sentiment. Heavy FII outflows added pressure, while select IT and financial stocks limited broader market losses
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Former MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu, expelled from the Indian National Congress, has launched the Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party. She announced the new outfit on X, citing dissatisfaction with leadership, after criticism of Rahul Gandhi and state leaders
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A 21-year-old college student, Pranav Reddy, drowned in a lake in Mokila near Hyderabad during a birthday celebration. He reportedly slipped into the water while washing his hands. Despite efforts by friends and locals, he could not be rescued
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Hyderabad’s social scene is shifting from long dinners and alcohol-led outings to quick, casual coffee breaks. Cafes now serve specialty drinks and light bites, doubling as informal meeting hubs, reflecting a lifestyle prioritizing short, intentional, and experience-driven interactions
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April brings diverse web series releases, including Hotstar’s sports thriller 'Match Fixing', Netflix’s courtroom comedy 'Maamla Legal Hai 2', action-comedy 'Happy Patel', ZEE5 crime thriller 'Vadh 2', and Amazon Prime’s family drama 'Maa Ka Sum', catering to all viewer tastes.
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Flight operations at RGI Airport Hyderabad were briefly disrupted when a charter plane to Raipur, VT‑REM, developed a technical snag on the taxiway. Airport teams swiftly towed it, ensuring minimal impact and maintaining overall normal operations
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Scientists from Paul Scherrer Institute and University College London developed bioactive nanoparticles that cleared toxic proteins in mice, reversing Alzheimer’s symptoms and restoring cognition, offering a potential shift toward vascular repair-based therapies for neurodegenerative diseases
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Delhi University’s Ramjas College and Miranda House College received bomb threat emails on Monday. Security teams evacuated campuses and conducted checks, but no suspicious objects were found. Investigation by police and agencies is ongoing
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Chhattisgarh High Court sentenced former MLA Amit Jogi to life imprisonment in the 2003 murder of NCP leader Ram Avatar Jaggi, overturning his acquittal. The verdict may impact the state’s political landscape ahead of elections
