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RBI has conceptualised a Unified Market Interface and Unified Lending Interface to enhance fintech services, said Sanjay Malhotra. He urged inclusive, user-friendly designs, emphasised AI and digital infrastructure, and flagged growing digital fraud risks in India’s fintech ecosystem
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The Telangana High Court heard extensive arguments challenging the State’s decision to raise BC reservations to 42 percent for local body elections. Petitioners cited constitutional limits and lack of data, while the State defended its move citing legislative consensus and welfare powers.
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As Telangana votes, let it serve as a reminder that democracy thrives not on caste or cash, but on informed choice and accountability
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Doctors at Vemulawada Regional Government Hospital achieved a milestone by conducting 20 surgeries in a single day, including caesarean sections, natural births, and specialised procedures.
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Hyderabad District Election Officer RV Karnan clarified that the Model Code of Conduct applies solely to the Jubilee Hills constituency and not the entire city. He warned of punitive action against attempts to influence voters.
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Cyberabad police arrested five individuals for aiding cybercriminals by providing SIM cards and bank accounts used in fraudulent transactions. The gang operated via Telegram and WhatsApp groups and managed illicit funds through the gaming portal Dodgebook 777.
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Telangana SEC likely to issue notification for local body elections on Thursday, starting the nomination process, despite ongoing High Court hearings challenging BC reservation enhancements. Elections will be held in five phases from October 31 to November 11
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In a weeklong special drive, Hyderabad traffic police booked 10,652 motorists for wrong-side driving, a practice deemed both dangerous and disruptive. Additional Commissioner D. Joel Davis has urged citizens to follow traffic rules responsibly.
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A central team visited Medak district on Wednesday to assess crop loss and infrastructure damage caused by recent heavy rains. The officials, accompanied by Collector Rahul Raj, inspected affected villages, interacted with farmers and reviewed the extent of damage.
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The AIMIM is expected to stay out of the upcoming Jubilee Hills by-election on November 11, a strategic move aimed at preventing minority vote division and defeating the BJP. With over 1.20 lakh Muslim voters in the constituency, AIMIM’s decision is seen as a tactical shift.
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The FATHI has postponed its proposed college shutdown from October 13 to October 23 following an assurance from the Chief Minister’s Advisor Vem Narender Reddy that Rs. 300 crore in fee reimbursement dues will be released before Diwali festival.
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Heavy rains and prolonged waterlogging in Karimnagar have severely damaged the cotton crop during its flowering and budding stage. Farmers invested in fertilisers and pesticides, but excessive rains and past dry spells threaten yields on approximately 48,000 acres
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An elderly couple in Garshakurthy village of Gangadhara mandal, Karimnagar district, were drugged and robbed by unidentified miscreants who used sedative powder to render them unconscious. The robbers escaped with gold and valuables.
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District Election Officer RV Karnan said political parties and candidates must obtain MCMC approval for all electronic, social media, and online ads once the election schedule is announced. Print ads on polling eve and day also require clearance
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A tragic incident unfolded at the Upper Primary School in Zaheerabad, Medak district, where a 48-year-old government school teacher collapsed from a heart attack while teaching in the classroom.
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For the Jubilee Hills assembly by-poll, 1,620 defacement cases of political posters, banners, and wall writings have been recorded, including 1,097 on public and 523 on private property. GHMC deployed squads to enforce Model Code of Conduct strictly
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Adilabad court sentenced Gurnule Nagesh to 10 years of rigorous imprisonment and a fine of Rs 1,000 for raping a woman in Bela mandal on November 8, 2023. Investigations were conducted by Inspectors K Naresh and Sainath, and a charge-sheet was filed.
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The BRS MLA criticised the Congress government for neglecting maize farmers in Telangana, demanding immediate opening of procurement centres and payment of Rs 2,400 MSP plus Rs 330 bonus per quintal as promised in the party’s election manifesto
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Abid Rasool Khan, former Chairman of the State Minorities Commission, has accused the Congress government of mishandling the allocation of burial ground land for Muslims in Jubilee Hills.
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Koppula Nagaraju, an Adivasi operating a sand reach in Cherla mandal, lodged a complaint against MD Nawab, a follower of MLA Dr Tellam Venkat Rao, alleging attack, threats to life, and extortion demands. He sought police protection and action against the accused.
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Kuntamalla Sambaiah, a farmer from Madanapalle village in Mulugu mandal, was seriously injured when a country-made explosive went off while he was working in his field at Jaggannapeta. He was shifted to MGM Hospital in Warangal for treatment
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IMD-Hyderabad has issued a heavy rainfall and thunderstorm alert for several Telangana districts, including Hyderabad, Rangareddy, and Nalgonda, warning of lightning, gusty winds, and downpours up to 11.5 cm over the next two days
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Several Congress workers, led by former Mallepally sarpanch Jagadishwar and his wife Shivaleela, joined BRS in Sangareddy in the presence of MLA Chintha Prabhakar. Leaders allege Congress threats failed, and many workers are returning ahead of local body elections
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Two student groups at EFLU clashed over Palestine posters and flags, leading to scuffles and police cases against nine students, including the Students Union president. ABVP raised objections, while the administration said an enquiry will be conducted into the incident
