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An NIA court in Guwahati sentenced Md Kamruj Zaman to life imprisonment for raising a Hizb-ul-Mujahideen module in Assam during 2017-18. He recruited members for terror activities; sentences run concurrently with fines, while co-accused earlier pleaded guilty, officials said Wednesday
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The rupee declined 15 paise to 89.90 against the US dollar in early trade on Wednesday, pressured by continued foreign fund outflows and subdued equity markets. Forex traders said sustained FPI selling and trade uncertainties are weighing on the local currency.
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The CIA reportedly carried out a drone strike on a Venezuelan docking area used by drug cartels, marking the first US strike on Venezuelan soil since September. The move signals escalation against President Nicolás Maduro amid ongoing counter-narcotics operations
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A scuffle broke out among women farmers waiting for urea at a fertiliser centre in Khammam district as long queues formed amid cold weather. Similar scenes were reported from parts of Warangal, even as officials claimed adequate urea stocks were available.
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Lokayukta arrested a Special Public Prosecutor in Kalaburagi for allegedly demanding and accepting bribes to argue better in an SC/ST atrocities case. The advocate was caught red-handed receiving Rs 25,000 after earlier payments, following a complaint from a Telangana resident
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The Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police have issued a public advisory detailing why bank accounts are frozen in cybercrime cases and how citizens can avoid legal trouble. The police warned against ‘money mule’ scams and urged prompt reporting of suspicious requests.
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A 14-year-old Class 9 student was found dead at her home in Beed district’s Tambwa village. Police are probing the December 28 incident, with the cause unknown, after completing formalities and sending the body for post-mortem as investigation continues officially
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Ahead of New Year celebrations, the Hyderabad Police have announced strict enforcement against drunken driving, with special checks at 120 locations across the city. The drive will continue through the first week of January, officials said.
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Indonesia raised Mount Bur Ni Telong’s alert to second highest after increased earthquakes in Aceh’s Bener Meriah. Authorities warn of possible eruptions and toxic gases, urge evacuation zones, as flood-hit communities face added risks amid seismic unrest and heavy rains
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A truck carrying iron rod turned on its side while negotiating a turn at Lakdikapul on Wednesday morning. Police moved it to a side to ensure flow of traffic
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Around 60 workers were injured when two locomotive trains collided inside a tunnel at the Vishnugad-Pipalkoti Hydroelectric Project in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district. All injured were rescued, and officials said their condition is stable
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar will attend the funeral of former Bangladesh Prime Minister and BNP chairperson Khaleda Zia in Dhaka. Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed condolences, recalling her contributions to Bangladesh’s development and India-Bangladesh relations
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A couple was beaten and burnt alive by villagers in Assam’s Karbi Anglong district after being accused of witchcraft. Police have launched an investigation and registered cases under the BNS, reiterating that witch-hunting is a criminal offence in the state.
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Mali and Burkina Faso have barred US citizens in retaliation to President Donald Trump’s expanded travel ban on their nationals. The move underscores rising tensions between Washington and West Africa’s military-led governments amid ongoing security challenges and diplomatic rifts
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A painting displayed at the Kochi Biennale has sparked protests from Christian groups, who allege it distorts the sacred image of Christ’s Last Supper. The Syro-Malabar Church and Kerala Latin Catholic Association demanded removal of the artwork and an apology, saying it hurt religious sentiments.
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At least three people have died and more than 100 were hospitalised in Indore’s Bhagirathpura area after allegedly consuming contaminated water. While residents claimed five deaths, officials confirmed three. A leakage in the main pipeline was detected, with suspicions that drainage water mixed with drinking supply.
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Customs officials at IGI Airport in New Delhi seized nearly 200 grams of gold concealed in the waistband cavity of a passenger’s jeans. The passenger, who arrived from Riyadh on Monday, was intercepted after suspicious behaviour.
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In Hyderabad, a man from Malakpet sustained injuries when a nylon string got entangled around his neck while riding his bike at Chaderghat.
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In Nirmal district, the Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested surveyor N Balakrishna Varma and his private assistant Pola Thirupathi while allegedly accepting a bribe of Rs 7,500 from a farmer for land demarcation and issuing a panchanama.
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Megastar Chiranjeevi extended heartfelt condolences to Mohanlal on the death of his mother, Santhakumari Amma, praising her enduring influence and offering prayers and support, as the Malayalam film fraternity mourned the loss of a quiet yet influential presence behind the iconic actor
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Dr M Ramesh, a 2005-batch IPS officer, assumed charge as Commissioner of Police, Cyberabad, succeeding Avinash Mohanty, who was posted as the first Commissioner of the newly created Malkajgiri Commissionerate. He also issued guidelines for safe New Year celebrations.
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Representing the Indian Audit and Accounts Department (IA&AD), Snehit produced one of the standout performances of the tournament by stunning two of India’s leading stars—Manav Thakkar and Ankur Bhattacharjee—on his way to the men’s singles final
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Dehradun Police said their probe into the death of Tripura student Anjel Chakma has found no evidence of racial abuse so far, stating the assault followed a dispute over banter at a liquor shop, even as the victim’s family alleges racial slurs
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Torch Relay (Kreeda Jyothi) programmes will be conducted at district headquarters on January 8, 9, 10, and 11
