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A 25-year-old housewife, Ayesha Parveen, died by suicide at her residence in Mailardevpally on Thursday. Her husband returned home to find the gate bolted and discovered her hanging from a ceiling fan. Police registered a case and are investigating.
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Gold prices have surged over 50 per cent in 2025, hitting USD 4,000, driven by Asian demand, central bank purchases, and safe-haven buying. Slower mine output and strong domestic imports in India and China are fueling the steepest rally since the 1970s
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Rachakonda She Teams caught 162 persons, including 70 minors, for harassing women in public during a two-week special drive. They also handled 180 complaints, registered five criminal cases, and conducted decoy operations in metro trains to curb harassment
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Cyberabad police traced and returned 1,061 lost and misplaced mobile phones worth Rs 3.20 crore to their owners. The devices were located through the CEIR system and recovered by police teams from different parts of the country using technology.
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A 32-year-old man from Malakpet lost Rs 6.49 lakh after being duped in an online dating and friendship scam. The cybercrime police said the fraudsters, posing as company agents, persuaded him to transfer money for fake bookings and verifications
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Chilkalguda police arrested two men for cheating car owners by taking vehicles on rent and later selling them. Eight cars were recovered, while their associate is absconding. The gang promised high rental payments before duping vehicle owners
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With the model code of conduct in force for the Jubilee Hills bypoll, families planning weddings in November may face hurdles due to cash restrictions and police checks. Priests say several auspicious dates fall within this period, adding to the challenge
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Kerala BJP chief Rajeev Chandrasekhar has demanded the resignation of Devaswom Minister V N Vasavan over alleged irregularities in Sabarimala gold plating. He warned that if Vasavan doesn’t quit, the party will seek a CBI or ED probe into the issue
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers at the Srisailam temple in Andhra Pradesh on Thursday, seeking the well-being and prosperity of all Indians. He also visited the Sree Shivaji Spoorthi Kendra and will address a GST awareness meeting
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A man, Raghupal Reddy, attacked his parents with a sharp-edged weapon at their apartment in Gandipet, Rajendranagar. Both were severely injured and hospitalised. Police said the accused, who suffers from mental health issues, was taken into custody
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BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar accused the Congress government of collapsing law and order in Telangana and demanded the dismissal of the Revanth Reddy cabinet. He alleged that mafia groups were influencing governance and sought probes into extortion and corruption cases
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Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov said Moscow’s energy partnership with India aligns with New Delhi’s national interests, describing Russian crude as the most cost-effective option globally. His remarks came after US President Donald Trump claimed Modi assured him of reduced oil imports
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A nine-year-old boy, Ghouse Pasha, drowned after accidentally falling into a rainwater-filled sump at an under-construction site in Pahadishareef. The boy had gone to play with friends. Police registered a case and started an investigation
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A global study in ISME Communications shows that wild ancestors of modern crops sustain unique soil microbes vital for ecosystem health. The University of Hyderabad team contributed fieldwork on wild little millet, offering insights for sustainable and climate-resilient farming
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hailed Operation Sindoor as the finest example of India’s defence self-reliance, highlighting that most equipment used was indigenous. He said defence production rose to ₹1.5 lakh crore and aimed to reach Rs 3 lakh crore by 2029
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After an eight-year campaign by Hyderabad paediatrician Dr Sivaranjani Santosh, the FSSAI has banned beverage makers from using the ‘ORS’ label. The decision ensures only WHO-approved medical ORS can carry the name, protecting children from harmful sugary drinks
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India reaffirmed that its oil and gas import policy is guided solely by consumer interests and market stability, amid reports of US pressure to curb Russian crude purchases. Officials said India continues to diversify energy sources to ensure secure supplies
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The Supreme Court has asked the Election Commission to rectify typographical and other errors in the final Bihar electoral roll prepared after a special revision. It also sought transparency on voter deletions and will hear the issue again on November 4
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The Enforcement Directorate (ED) conducted searches at more than 20 locations in Karnataka and Haryana in connection with alleged illegal iron ore exports through Belekeri port. The raids are part of a money laundering probe based on CBI cases ordered by the Supreme Court
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Suryapet Collector Tejas Nand Lal Pawar suspended four Revenue Department employees after finding them absent during a surprise inspection at the Munagala Tahsildar office. He seized the attendance register and sought a detailed report from the Tahsildar.
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Villagers in Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s Kodangal constituency protested against the relocation of a medical college, veterinary college and school from Appayapally to Lagacherla, alleging the move would halt local development and favour industrial projects in the new location.
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Telangana Forest Minister Konda Surekha’s attendance at the Cabinet meeting is uncertain following the N Sumanth controversy. Daughter Sushmita alleges targeting by senior leaders, while husband Konda Murali maintains no disputes with CM Revanth Reddy, as political tensions simmer.
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The Supreme Court dismissed Telangana government’s plea challenging the High Court’s stay on 42% Backward Class reservation in local body elections. The apex court directed elections to proceed without reservations and asked the High Court to decide the case on merits.
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Endowments Minister Konda Surekha stands by former OSD N Sumanth after police visit her residence following his termination over alleged extortion. Her daughter Sushmitha accuses senior Congress leaders of targeting the family, intensifying Telangana political tensions.
