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A bipartisan group of US senators has introduced the Decreasing Russian Oil Profits (DROP) Act, proposing financial sanctions on foreign entities purchasing Russian oil to curb Moscow’s war funding, while allowing limited exemptions for countries that support Ukraine.
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US President Donald Trump expanded travel restrictions by adding 20 countries and the Palestinian Authority, citing security, vetting failures and visa overstays, significantly widening limits on entry and immigration as part of his administration’s tougher border and national security policy.
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External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem to discuss expanding cooperation in technology, economy, connectivity and security, expressing confidence that the India-Israel strategic partnership will continue to strengthen.
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The family home of Sajid Akram in Hyderabad’s Toli Chowki drew intense media and police attention after he was identified as one of the perpetrators of the Bondi Beach mass shooting in Sydney. Telangana Police confirmed there were no adverse records against Sajid during his stay in India, and officials stressed that his radicalisation had no local links.
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Sebi has launched recovery proceedings to collect Rs 18.14 crore from ‘Baap of Chart’ Mohd Nasiruddin Ansari and others for running unregistered investment advisory services. The regulator has frozen bank, demat and mutual fund accounts and barred asset transfers
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Another Telangana girl, Sudhiksha Krishna, bagged a bronze in the girls under-19 50m freestyle event with a timing of 28.24
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Anirudh's all-round performance of 112 and 4/18 and Divesh Raghunandan's 101 for Pallavi Model School-Alwal helps in their victory
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Harshith along with Adhyayan Banerjee tied for first place with 10.5 points each from 12 rounds, but the former was declared winner by virtue of tie-break rule
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Satavahana University marked the 250th birth anniversary of English writer Jane Austen at its Arts College. Speakers highlighted her focus on middle-class life, women’s independence and social issues, urging students to draw inspiration from her works and life
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The Telangana High Court expressed shock over electricity authorities’ failure to disconnect power supply to GITAM University despite Rs 118.13 crore in arrears, while poor consumers face disconnections for minor dues. The Court directed a senior official to appear and explain
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The Telangana HC heard writ petitions challenging the ongoing delimitation exercise, with petitioners alleging arbitrary ward mergers, violation of decentralisation principles, and lack of transparency. Senior counsel argued the process undermines local self-governance and meaningful public objections
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The custodial death of Karle Rajesh, a Dalit youth from Telangana, has triggered political controversy. His family and MRPS leaders allege that police illegally detained and tortured him for five days to implicate former BRS MLA Bollam Mallaiah Yadav in a Chief Minister’s Relief Fund irregularities case.
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Former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister and YSRCP President YS Jagan Mohan Reddy has demanded a CBI inquiry into the demolition of houses in Joji Nagar, Vijayawada. He assured the affected families of legal support and promised resolution once YSRCP returns to power.
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Messi received a traditional welcome featuring folk music, floral offerings and a ceremonial aarti. He later took part in temple rituals, including Ambe Mata Puja, Ganesh Puja, Hanuman Puja and Shiv Abhishek, offering prayers for peace and unity.
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Backward Class organisations have warned of intensifying their agitation on the lines of the farmers’ protest, demanding that the Congress introduce a Private Bill in Parliament for 42 per cent reservations. A BC Yatra and mass public meeting have been announced
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A lorry driver hailing from Uttar Pradesh was murdered by a group of three truckers, also from UP on National Highway 44 in Nizamabad district
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Nirav Modi’s bid to reopen his extradition appeal in the UK High Court has been adjourned to March 2026 after Indian authorities submitted fresh assurances regarding his detention in Mumbai. The case, linked to the Rs 14,000 crore Punjab National Bank fraud, has already spanned six years in UK courts.
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Paris-based World Inequality Lab’s 2026 report paints a grim picture of highly skewed wealth distribution, urging nations to rethink their growth models
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2012-batch IAS officer Krishna Bhaskar has taken charge as Chairman and Managing Director of Singareni Collieries Company Limited in Hyderabad. He succeeds N. Balram, who returned to his parent department after holding additional charge as CMD since January 2024
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In view of severe cold weather conditions, the Collector of Kumram Bheem Asifabad district has revised the timings of primary and upper primary schools. The order, issued on Monday, aims to safeguard students’ well-being.
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Ahead of the third phase of gram panchayat elections in Telangana, villagers in Nagarkurnool and Mancherial districts reportedly intercepted Congress leaders attempting to distribute cash and saris. Polling will be held from 7 am to 1 pm, followed by counting at 2 pm.
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Karnataka’s cinema ticket ceiling ignores how competition from gaming, live entertainment, and a sprawling OTT landscape already checks pricing
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A Hyderabad moneylender, Mohammad Tashawar, was arrested in Adilabad for allegedly transferring borrower Yasmin Firdouse’s house to his name. She had borrowed Rs 15 lakh at 6% interest. Police warned the public against exploitative moneylenders
