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Task Force and local police busted an illegal e-cigarette racket in Nampally and arrested three persons. Officials seized 999 banned e-cigarettes worth Rs 34.03 lakh. The accused allegedly used WhatsApp and Telegram groups to sell vapes sourced from Delhi.
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DMK President M K Stalin accused the BJP of creating fear among minorities and criticised its policies, including CAA and proposed amendments. He reaffirmed DMK’s commitment to secularism and protection of constitutional rights for all religious communities
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Pahadishareef police busted an illegal liquor sale racket and arrested one person during a raid on a provision store. Officials seized 47 bottles of liquor, alleging that the accused was selling them at higher prices for unlawful profit.
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The Intermediate Public Examinations 2026 results will be announced on Sunday at 11 am at TG BIE in Hyderabad. Students can check their results online on official government websites after the formal declaration by senior officials.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee criticised the BJP’s promise to implement a Uniform Civil Code, alleging it would curtail people’s rights and religious freedom. She also accused the BJP of conspiracy and raised concerns over electoral processes
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The UP ATS arrested a mufti from Deoband in Saharanpur for allegedly sharing inflammatory social media posts and maintaining contacts in Pakistan. Police said the accused was spreading misinformation and inciting tension. Investigation and interrogation are currently underway
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Renowned dance guru Swathi Somanath will stage her Kuchipudi dance drama ‘Vatsayana Kamasutra Arthanariswaram’ at Ravindra Bharathi on April 13. The experimental ballet, performed by her disciples, revisits a production she originally choreographed over two decades ago.
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A HYDRAA demolition drive in Sangareddy left several families homeless, with residents alleging lack of prior warning. Officials maintained notices were served to the owner. The sudden action triggered panic, with tenants scrambling to save belongings and find shelter.
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Congress MP Shashi Tharoor defended India’s approach to the West Asia conflict, rejecting Opposition criticism and dismissing any comparison with Pakistan’s role. He emphasised that India’s priority is peace, stability, and sustained diplomatic engagement in the region
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Iran and the United States have opened negotiations in Islamabad, with discussions centred on a Lebanon ceasefire, the release of frozen Iranian assets, and security in the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials insist that Washington must hold Israel accountable for ceasefire violations, while warning that prioritising Israeli interests could derail talks.
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal held virtual talks with Saudi Arabia and other Gulf leaders to review the West Asia situation. Both sides stressed supply chain resilience, stable trade flows, and stronger economic ties following the recent ceasefire in the region
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CPI(M) leader Prakash Karat expressed confidence that the Left Democratic Front will retain power in Kerala, citing favourable early reports after polling. The alliance is aiming for a rare third consecutive term in the state’s traditionally alternating political system
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CBIT organised the Mechanical and Production Engineering Alumni Meet 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together alumni, faculty and students. The event focused on industry insights, career guidance and strengthening alumni connections through interactive sessions and knowledge sharing.
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Chief Minister M K Stalin said the DMK-led alliance will win over 200 seats in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He criticised the AIADMK for lacking ideology and alleged it functions under BJP influence while highlighting welfare schemes and governance
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A political row has erupted in Kerala after the marriage of 16-year-old Monalisa Bhosle, with the BJP accusing CPI-M leaders of complicity and demanding criminal action. The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes found the girl was underage, prompting Madhya Pradesh Police to register a case under the POCSO Act against the groom.
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Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned citizens about a water bill fraud where scammers send fake APK files to gain access to mobile phones and banking data. Residents are urged not to download apps from unknown sources or links.
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IIIT Hyderabad hosted the Learning & Longevity Symposium 2026, bringing together experts from neuroscience, AI, medicine and design. The event explored learning as a key intervention for healthy ageing, emphasising interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of life in later years.
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Telangana government’s revised breakfast scheme proposes limited servings such as two idlis or pooris, raising concerns among teachers over student nutrition. The scheme, covering 18.79 lakh students, is set to relaunch from June 12 with a modified menu.
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Cyberabad Municipal Corporation removed over 50 footpath encroachments in Manikonda and nearby areas during a special drive conducted with police support. The civic body also carried out a sanitation drive in Narsingi Circle, lifting large quantities of garbage and waste.
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The Train Travellers Association has urged South Central Railway to roll back the shift of Tungabhadra Express’ terminal from Secunderabad to Kacheguda, saying the move has inconvenienced commuters from city suburbs and increased travel time and expenses.
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A 28-year-old youth from Maharashtra was feared drowned in the Kakatiya canal near Huzurabad in Karimnagar district on Saturday after entering the canal for a swim. Police launched a search operation to trace the missing man.
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Devs Homeopathy Medical College and Hospital organised an awareness rally in Keesara and conducted free medical camps in nearby villages to mark World Homeopathy Day, commemorating the birth anniversary of Dr Samuel Hahnemann, the founder of homeopathy.
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Hyderabad-based Orbicular Pharmaceutical Technologies announced that its generic version of Ozempic (semaglutide injection), developed with Apotex, has received tentative approval from the USFDA. The drug will be marketed in the United States by Apotex Corp.
