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Cyberabad Police arrested Ramavath Madhu, the key accused in a Rs 150 crore microfinance fraud. The case has gained attention over allegations involving a singer. Police are verifying claims and expect further developments as the investigation progresses.
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Dhanbad gram panchayat in Kothagudem district denied an NOC for SCCL blasting operations, citing pollution and safety concerns. Villagers raised issues over health, jobs and displacement, while officials assured that the grievances would be taken up with higher authorities
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Civil rights groups and farmer organisations demanded immediate action from the Telangana government to recognise tenant farmers. They formed a joint committee to intensify protests and called for implementation of the Licensed Cultivators Act and issuance of recognition cards
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao has cautioned party workers that Congress and BJP may misuse the upcoming Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Telangana. He urged cadres to remain vigilant at the booth level to prevent bogus voter registrations and deletions of genuine voters.
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Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy met IT Minister Duddilla Sridhar Babu, thanked him for land allotment to Brahmin Sangh, and raised Waqf Board property issues affecting residents. The Minister assured action and directed officials to resolve the matter
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A signature drive led by BRS leader Ravula Sridhar Reddy seeks to preserve a sports ground in Jubilee Hills. Residents are demanding that the land be protected from construction and developed into a full-fledged sports facility for public use
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Deepak Yadav and Gulfam Hussain shared the lead at seven-under 203 after the third round of the IGU Telangana Amateur Golf Championship in Hyderabad. Just five golfers returned sub-par rounds as heat conditions affected play at the Hyderabad Golf Club
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Russia launched nearly 700 drones and dozens of missiles in one of its largest aerial attacks in weeks, striking civilian areas across Ukraine and killing at least 16 people. More than 100 were injured as residents sheltered in fear, with homes and infrastructure damaged.
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City College Old Boys Jr FC and SkyKings FC played out a two-all draw in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship in Hyderabad. Md Aman and Md Ali Kaseri scored for CCOB, while Touthuang and Haoikip netted for SkyKings
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The Haryana Congress suspended five MLAs for alleged cross-voting during the Rajya Sabha elections, citing serious indiscipline. Acting on disciplinary committee recommendations, the party stressed strict action against anti-party activity to reinforce organisational discipline and unity within its ranks.
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Hyderabad Cricket Association Administrator Justice (Retd) P. Naveen Rao announced a one-time relaxation of the upper age limit of 40 years for institutional players for the 2026–2027 season, following requests from stakeholders and a revision of earlier notification
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The NDA faces a tough battle in Parliament to secure the passage of the Women's Reservation Bill and the 131st Constitutional Amendment. With 293 members in the Lok Sabha, the ruling alliance falls short of the two-thirds majority required. Abstentions from opposition parties like the Samajwadi Party, Trinamool Congress, or DMK could prove decisive.
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A2H Chess Academy will conduct summer camps at three centres in Kukatpally from April 20 to June 10. Children aged four to 15 years can participate. Interested parents can contact S Subba Raju for further details
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Pawan Kalyan congratulated Nara Lokesh on becoming the Telugu Desam Party national working president, praising alliance unity and cooperation. Lokesh thanked him, calling for continued coordination and commitment to Andhra Pradesh’s development and strengthening party values.
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India’s Amee Kamani lost 2-6 to Filipino Rhaki Constantino in the women’s final of the Asian Heyball Championships in Malaysia. Despite a strong start, Amee faltered as Constantino’s superior potting and cue-ball control sealed the gold medal
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The Central Government has strongly countered Opposition claims, particularly from the DMK, that southern states will face injustice in the upcoming delimitation exercise. Officials emphasised that reforms are designed to expand representation nationwide, with Tamil Nadu’s Lok Sabha seats set to rise significantly.
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A woman in Medipally allegedly fed acid to her four-year-old nephew over a family dispute. The child is undergoing treatment. Police registered a case after the victim’s parents lodged a complaint and are investigating the incident.
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Shubhankar Sharma fired an eight-under 64 to extend his lead to seven shots after round three of the Boulders Classic in Hyderabad. He stood at 20-under 196, ahead of Rashid Khan, Angad Cheema and Vishesh Sharma
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BRS leaders demanded action against Karnataka BJP MP Tejasvi Surya for equating Telangana’s formation with India’s Partition. They sought his suspension from Parliament and an apology, while criticising Telangana MPs from BJP and Congress for remaining silent on the issue
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A retired Army soldier foiled a chain-snatching attempt in Hyderabad’s Amberpet by overpowering the suspect and alerting police. The accused, a habitual offender, was taken into custody. Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar later honoured the retired soldier.
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An intermediate first-year student, Mekapothula Jahnavi, allegedly died by suicide at her residence in Narsapuram village of Mulakalapalli mandal in Kothagudem district. Police registered a case and began investigation after a complaint was filed by her father
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged all parties to unanimously pass the Women's Reservation Bill in Lok Sabha, emphasizing women’s representation in policymaking. He stressed no delays after decades, offered opposition credit, and highlighted upcoming delimitation and increased parliamentary capacity reforms
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Actor-turned-politician Vijay released the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) manifesto for the 2026 Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, pledging a mix of welfare schemes and technology-led governance. The party also aims to transform Tamil Nadu into a $1.5 trillion economy by 2036.
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Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G. Srijana inspected waste management systems and reviewed segregation, collection, and transfer points. She directed officials to ensure proper waste separation, prevent dumping, and maintain hygienic conditions to improve sanitation across the region.
