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Nearly 60 per cent of deliveries in Telangana are conducted through C-sections, the highest in India, with studies flagging a large share as preventable. Experts warn that without policy intervention, the State will continue to top national rankings for surgical births.
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The Railway Ministry announced a fare hike effective December 26, 2025: 1 paise per km for ordinary class beyond 215 km, 2 paise per km for non-AC mail/express and AC classes, expected to generate ₹600 crore by March 2026
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Kerala bid farewell to legendary Malayalam actor, director, and screenwriter Sreenivasan, who passed away at 69. Thousands, including film personalities and politicians, attended his cremation with state honours, paying tribute to his wit, humane storytelling, and lasting impact on Indian cinema
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Pakistan selector Aaqib Javed praised India’s white-ball cricket success and emphasized improving Pakistan’s talent, infrastructure, and domestic competition. He expressed confidence in upcoming T20 World Cup performance, highlighted mental toughness, and underscored accountability and criticism as part of cricket development
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A Parliamentary panel has recommended granting the Auroville Foundation INI status, citing UNESCO recognition and its global peace contribution. The report suggested amending the Auroville Foundation Act, providing sustainable funding, and maintaining independent visa procedures for residents
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At least nine people were killed after gunmen opened fire at a tavern and on nearby streets in South Africa’s West Rand region. Police have launched a full-scale investigation, with no arrests made and the motive still unknown.
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Actor Anupam Kher reminisced about meeting Kareena Kapoor Khan during her debut film *Refugee* in 2000. Sharing memories on Instagram, he praised her growth, talent, and enduring passion for acting after 25 years in the industry
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Hyderabad police have warned users about ‘GhostPairing’, a new WhatsApp scam that exploits the app’s device-linking feature to hijack accounts through fake links. The scam relies on social engineering rather than hacking WhatsApp’s security systems.
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The IMD has issued a cold wave alert for Telangana till December 24, warning that minimum temperatures may fall 3°C to 4°C below normal. Several districts and parts of Hyderabad recorded single-digit temperatures over the weekend.
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Filmmaker Geetu Mohandas praised Kiara Advani’s transformative performance in his upcoming action film *Toxic*. Shot in multiple languages, the film features a high-octane technical team and a star-studded cast, set to release on 19th March 2026 during the festive weekend
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The personal security officer of the HYDRAA Commissioner allegedly attempted suicide by shooting himself with his service pistol at his Hayathnagar residence in Hyderabad. Police said the officer was depressed due to financial losses linked to betting and gaming apps.
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In Ghaziabad, a teenager allegedly shot dead Imran, convicted of murdering his uncle 18 years ago, at Muradnagar’s Olympic trisection. The teen surrendered, police launched an investigation, and local traders protested over security lapses in the area
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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan is likely to visit the Kondagattu Anjaneyaswamy temple on January 3 to lay the foundation stone for a TTD guest house and a deeksha mandapam to improve facilities for devotees.
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Saudi Arabia has quietly expanded alcohol sales at its sole store, allowing non-Muslim foreigners with Premium Residency to purchase. The move reflects the kingdom’s cautious liberalisation, while general alcohol consumption remains banned and highly regulated under strict Sharia law
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A parliamentary panel urged India to strengthen IREL with targeted budgetary support to boost rare earth element exploration and mining. Recommendations include domestic supply strategies, international collaborations, and leveraging GSI projects to reduce import dependence for critical minerals
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More than two years after a bridge across Peddavagu was opened in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, incomplete approach roads continue to inconvenience motorists from four mandals, especially during the monsoon, forcing risky access and unsafe travel conditions.
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Former Pakistan PM Imran Khan and wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to 17 years in jail in the Toshakhana 2 corruption case. Khan urged nationwide protests, condemned the verdict as unfair, and called for legal and public action for justice
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Using 11 years of spectroscopic data from Kodaikanal Solar Observatory, Indian researchers mapped Sun’s magnetic activity across latitudes, revealing hemispheric asymmetries and sunspot correlations. The findings refine solar dynamo models, aid space-weather forecasting, and may support climate research
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The BCCI felicitated the Indian blind women’s cricket team after its unbeaten title-winning campaign in the inaugural Women’s T20 World Cup for the Blind, praising captain Deepika TC and assuring continued support for future international engagements.
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Security forces launched a search operation in Chore Motu, Udhampur, Jammu and Kashmir, after terrorists reportedly took food from a local house and fled into nearby forests. The area, linked to a recent encounter that killed a policeman, was cordoned off
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Andhra Pradesh conducted its Pulse Polio programme on Sunday, administering polio drops to over 54 lakh children under five at nearly 39,000 booths. Door-to-door and mobile teams will cover missed children to maintain India’s polio-free status
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Two workers were trapped after a mine wall collapsed on a coal-loading truck at a CCL opencast mine in Jharkhand’s Hazaribagh district late Saturday night. Rescue operations are underway, while one injured worker has been hospitalised and mining activities suspended
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Shooting has begun for 'Maa Vande,' a biopic on Prime Minister Narendra Modi starring Malayalam actor Unni Mukundan. Announced on Modi’s birthday, the film explores his personal and political journey and is directed by Kranthi Kumar CH under Silver Cast Creations
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BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao is set to return to active political mobilisation at a joint party meeting in Hyderabad, with focus on irrigation, water rights and farmers’ issues, while launching a sharp offensive against the Congress government and targeting BJP’s role in Telangana
