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Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended Diwali greetings to the nation, wishing for harmony, happiness, and prosperity. Sharing his message on X, the Prime Minister expressed hope that the festival of lights would spread positivity and joy across the country
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President Donald Trump said the United States may import beef from Argentina to help reduce prices for American consumers. The move, part of his anti-inflation push, comes as US beef costs remain high due to drought and reduced imports
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Kochi Blue Spikers clinched a hard-fought 15-13, 9-15, 15-8, 15-13 victory over Calicut Heroes in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, with Mouhsin Pa named Player of the Match
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Applications for liquor shop licences have sharply declined in the erstwhile Adilabad district, prompting an extension of the deadline. Traders blame escalating bribe demands by officials and the pressure to supply liquor to elected representatives and bureaucrats for the drop
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Placing the burden of not becoming a rape victim on women themselves smacks of a patriarchal mindset
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The CPI (Maoist) condemned the recent surrender of Mallojula Venugopal Rao and Takkalapalli Vasudeva Rao, labeling them ‘traitors’. A statement issued by the Maoist Central Committee spokesperson urged the public to punish them and urged others who surrendered to reconsider
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Career choices are increasingly reshaped by flexibility, with a growing focus on enjoying work rather than merely simply enduring it
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Boath MLA Anil Jadhav urged citizens to embrace eco-conscious practices during festivals, distributing cow dung diyas made by the Boath Nature Conservation Society and Forest Department. The initiative promotes sustainable celebrations and receives strong community support.
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This Deepavali reflection by His Grace Satya Gaura Chandra Dasa Prabhuji emphasises the festival’s deeper spiritual essence—celebrating the victory of dharma over adharma, reconnecting with divine values, and overcoming inner vices. Through devotional acts and Vedic wisdom, the festival becomes a pathway to inner transformation and lasting peace.
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An auto driver from Sangareddy, Dappu Balaraj, was found dead in Kandi lake after reportedly facing financial hardship linked to the State’s free bus travel scheme for women. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
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BRS leader KT Rama Rao has offered full financial support to para-athlete Mittapalli Archana, enabling her to participate in the South Asian Para Throwball Championship in Sri Lanka. Archana, a tailor from Chandrampeta, thanked KTR for helping her overcome financial hurdles and pursue her sporting dream.
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A national groundwater survey by the Ministry of Jal Shakti has revealed alarming levels of fluoride and nitrate contamination across Telangana, with 28 districts affected by excess fluoride and 32 by nitrate. The findings highlight widespread pollution from agricultural and industrial sources, posing serious health risks.
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The EBC Joint Action Committee has called for legal action against individuals inciting caste-based hatred and defaming forward castes. At a round-table in Hyderabad, leaders reaffirmed their support for constitutional reservations and announced a new committee to address economic and social concerns.
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Dr Abdul Qadeer, founder of the Shaheen Group, has been conferred the Sir Syed Excellence Award 2025 by AMU for his transformative work in Muslim education. His journey from Bidar to national recognition reflects a lifelong commitment to ending school dropouts and uplifting marginalised communities.
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Australia chased down a DLS target of 131 to beat India by seven wickets in the rain-affected first ODI. Despite fifties from Rahul, Patel, and impressive performances from Kohli and Rohit, India struggled to post a challenging total
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India’s chase fell short by four runs against England in the Women’s World Cup. Despite half-centuries from Mandhana, Kaur, and Deepti Sharma, India failed to finish strong, leaving them in a do-or-die situation for the next two games
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Officer on Special Duty N. Sumanth remains untraceable following a police operation at Minister Konda Surekha’s residence. The episode, linked to extortion allegations and terminated services, has triggered political backlash, with no FIRs filed and mounting pressure on the Congress government.
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Telangana Electricity Employees' Union has raised alarm over unresolved staff issues, warning of possible protests and service disruption. Despite assurances from a July meeting, only one of 25 flagged concerns has seen progress, fuelling unrest among field workers.
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Nizamabad Police have arrested Shaik Riyaz, the prime accused in the murder of constable E. Pramod, amid widespread rumours of an encounter. Officials clarified that Riyaz was caught alive following a tip-off and an altercation in Sarangapur forest, and both he and another injured man were hospitalised.
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Former Minister T. Harish Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for delays in crop procurement, alleging that farmers are incurring heavy losses due to government inaction. He demanded immediate opening of procurement centres and highlighted failures in power supply and agricultural support.
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Telugu Titans defeated Gujarat Giants 30-25 in a gripping, low-scoring match in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) 12. Vijay Malik (8 points) and Bharat Hooda (7 points) led the Titans, with key defensive plays securing the victory
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Karnataka defeated Hyderabad by 75 runs in the seventh round of the BCCI Senior Women’s T-20 Championship at Gwalior. Karnataka posted 167/7, with Vrinda (50) and Shirisha Gowda (51) starring, while Hyderabad could only manage 92, with M. Mamatha scoring 49
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Odisha defeated Hyderabad by 63 runs in the first round of the Col. C.K. Nayudu Trophy (Under-23) cricket tournament. Odisha posted scores of 159 & 268, while Hyderabad could only manage 195 & 169 despite strong performances from P. Raghava and Prithvi
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Welfare Minister Adluri Laxman Kumar has challenged BRS MLA T. Harish Rao to swear before a deity at Siddipet temple over his Cabinet-related allegations. He condemned Rao’s ‘Dandupalyam’ comparison as offensive and reiterated that the Cabinet meeting centred on welfare and social development.