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Four persons, including three women and a girl from Kagaznagar, were killed after a car plunged into a stream from a bridge near Chandrapur while returning from a hospital visit late at night
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Actor Hrithik Roshan shared a heartwarming video of himself dancing with sons Hrehaan and Hridaan at a family wedding, drawing warm reactions online and an emotional note from his mother Pinkie Roshan
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee on his birth anniversary, recalling his leadership, ideals and lifelong commitment to good governance, nation-building and placing national interest above all
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Actress Raashii Khanna marked the wrap of ‘Ustaad Bhagat Singh’ by sharing BTS moments and reflecting on gratitude, lessons and collaboration, calling her experience alongside Pawan Kalyan a memorable and meaningful journey
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At least 10 worshippers were killed after an explosion tore through a crowded mosque during evening prayers in Maiduguri, capital of Nigeria’s Borno state, raising fears of renewed militant violence in the insurgency-hit region
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At least nine people were charred to death after a sleeper bus collided with a truck on NH-48 in Karnataka’s Chitradurga district, triggering a massive fire. Officials fear the death toll may rise
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High Court directs BCCI to consider and dispose of TCA representation made to BCCI and resolve matter by December 29
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Ch Anirudh cracked his second century (105) of the week
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Also advancing to the next round were the experienced Aakarshi, who defeated Asian U-17 championships silver medallist Lakshya Rajesh 21-7, 21-9
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New Delhi’s response will shape not only the future of its eastern neighbour but also security of South Asia
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The 100-metre benchmark and the use of local profile would result in a significant part of the Aravalli range vulnerable to mining and construction
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A Rapido bike taxi driver was arrested for allegedly stabbing a woman and snatching her gold mangalsutra while she was grazing cattle in Mamidipally village of Sangareddy district. Police recovered the stolen ornament and the bike used in the crime
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BRS MLA and former minister Vemula Prashanth Reddy launched a sharp counterattack against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s remarks at a Kodangal public meeting. He accused the CM of resorting to personal attacks due to frustration and failure to showcase achievements.
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Telangana strongly opposed Andhra Pradesh’s proposal to divert Godavari waters from Polavaram to the Cauvery at a Delhi meeting chaired by Union Jal Shakti Minister CR Patil. Chief Engineer K. Prasad argued the plan violates the Reorganisation Act, Tribunal award, and interstate agreements, benefiting AP and Tamil Nadu disproportionately.
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A fake video showing a leopard in Manala forest triggered panic among villagers in Rajanna-Sircilla district after it was widely circulated on WhatsApp and social media. Though a leopard had killed a cow in Lingampet village a week earlier, officials clarified that the viral video was fake and unrelated to Manala forest.
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Seven passengers were injured when an RTC bus travelling from Godavarikhani to Hyderabad collided with a stationary lorry on Rajiv Rahadhari near Nagulabanda under Kukunoorpally police limits. The injured, including Sushmitha, Bhulakshmi, Ayansh, Priyanka, Chandu, Pavan and Ammayya, were taken to Siddipet government hospital.
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Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka urged government employees in Khammam to introspect daily on their performance and stressed accountability to the public, noting that salaries come from taxpayers’ hard work. Addressing a review meeting, he warned that negligence would not be tolerated as the State enters its third year.
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In a major joint operation, Telangana’s Elite Action Group for Drug Law Enforcement (EAGLE), RNCC, Khammam and Dammapet police seized ganja worth Rs 1.52 crore in Kothagudem. Four suspects were arrested, while four others remain absconding.
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Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy met HMDA Commissioner Sarfaraz Ahmed and CPO Ravinder Reddy in Hyderabad, submitting a representation to de‑notify colonies affected by the HMDA Master Plan. He argued it was unfair to trouble residents who have lived in these areas for decades.
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Senior BJP leader and former Haryana Governor Bandaru Dattatreya said farmer suicides could be reduced if minimum support price was assured for crops. Speaking at the inauguration of the Kisan Gramina Mela at Ambedkar Stadium in Karimnagar, he described agriculture as a way of life rather than just an occupation.
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A tragic incident occurred in Khammam city when two ninth-class students were swept away while swimming in the NSP canal at Ramanagutta in Raghunadhapalem mandal. One student’s body was recovered, while search operations are ongoing to trace the other.
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The Centre has directed states to impose a complete ban on new mining leases in the Aravallis and tasked the Indian Council of Forestry Research and Education (ICFRE) with preparing a comprehensive sustainable mining plan. Congress leader Jairam Ramesh criticised the government’s clarifications, alleging they could open the door to widespread mining and cause irreversible environmental damage.
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Despite repeated claims by Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy that Telangana’s finances are in distress, the Congress government has sanctioned Rs 59.60 lakh for interior works in the Secretariat. The expenditure has raised questions about the government’s spending priorities.
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Delhi High Court has asked the Union government to explore temporary GST relief on air purifiers amid rising pollution, observing that if citizens cannot be provided clean air, reducing taxes on these essential devices is the least the State can do
