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A Hyderabad court sentenced a 19-year-old man, Kamalakar Shiva Kumar, to 25 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor girl in 2021. The court also awarded Rs 5 lakh as compensation to the victim and imposed a fine
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Mohammad Iqbal Shareef from Kagaznagar scored 98.5% in his master’s degree from Western Global University, USA, ranking among the top three students from 26 countries. He studied Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental Management and hails from a civic leader’s family
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BRS denied claims that party chief KCR performed a Chandi Yagam, calling the reports false. The party warned media outlets to remove the misinformation and urged them to verify any news about KCR with his office before publishing
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The BRS denied media reports that K Chandrashekhar Rao was performing the Chandi Yagam at his Erravelli residence. Calling the reports baseless, the party urged media outlets to verify facts and remove misleading stories to prevent misinformation
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After a dry and humid weekend, heavy rains lashed Hyderabad on Monday afternoon. Several areas saw intense downpour within an hour, causing waterlogging and traffic disruptions. Banjara Hills recorded the highest rainfall at 74.5 mm, followed by other key localities
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Satya Prakash has taken charge as Additional General Manager of South Central Railway. A senior IRSE officer with 35 years of service, he has held key positions across Indian Railways and is an IIT Delhi graduate in Civil Engineering
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An elderly woman from Dabba village in Asifabad protested the alleged illegal transfer of her land using a fake death certificate. She claimed her land was encroached and registered under another’s name. The Sub-Collector assured a full investigation
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The traditional Gajapayana elephant march began with floral tributes and rituals, marking the official start of Mysuru Dasara festivities. Led by elephant Abhimanyu, the first batch of nine elephants departed with fanfare, cultural performances, and traditional offerings
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Tesla awarded Elon Musk $29 billion worth of stock, months after a court struck down his earlier $56 billion pay. The new shares match terms of the old plan. Musk has appealed, and Tesla is reviewing his compensation
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Shaik Jani, 34, of Saroornagar, was arrested by the Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force after being on the run for four years. He allegedly duped several women by promising Mudra loans and collecting large sums of money from them
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A prolonged dry spell in July has left paddy farmers in Adilabad, Nirmal and Mancherial districts in a dilemma over transplantation. With irrigation sources running dry and rainfall deficit widening, cultivators are uncertain about salvaging the Vanakalam season
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Heavy rains on Monday caused severe waterlogging in Hyderabad’s old city, submerging roads in areas like Falaknuma, Mallepally, and Chatrinaka. Motorists struggled to pass through flooded stretches while pedestrians were left waiting for the water to recede. Traffic snarls followed.
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Veteran filmmaker Adoor Gopalakrishnan defended his remarks on government funding for women and SC/ST filmmakers, stating they were meant to empower through expert training. His comments sparked a backlash, with a police complaint and split reactions from minister
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Mohammed Siraj’s five-wicket haul powered India to a dramatic six-run win over England in the 5th Test at The Oval, levelling the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy 2-2. A four-wicket burst on Day 5 sealed one of India’s finest overseas Test wins
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A lawyer returns to the courtroom after a shocking incident and takes on a tough case. Sattamum Needhiyum is honest but doesn’t fully succeed in making an impact.
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Hyderabad-based builder Jayathri Infra was ordered by TGRERA to refund Rs 11.60 lakh with 11 per cent interest to a buyer for not delivering a commercial space project on time and failing to show proof of land ownership
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Over four crore women have received maternity benefits under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana, with disbursements exceeding Rs 19,028 crore. The Women and Child Development Ministry has extended the registration drive till August 15 to ensure wider inclusion and awareness
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The Karnataka High Court directed transport unions to defer their planned August 5 strike by a day, following a PIL citing public hardship. The court criticised the timing of the petition but acknowledged the disruption the strike could cause to essential services
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Leaders across party lines hailed his decades-long struggle for tribal rights and statehood. President Murmu and PM Modi led the tributes
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Incessant rains have worsened road conditions across Hyderabad, frustrating commuters. GHMC's slow and limited response has drawn flak from residents and associations. While pothole repairs are underway, many interior roads remain neglected, with no clear timeline for full restoration
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Tesla has inaugurated its first EV charging station in India at One BKC, Mumbai. Featuring fast Superchargers and AC chargers, the launch signals Tesla’s infrastructure push ahead of Model Y deliveries, with more charging sites planned across the city
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The SIT probing mass grave allegations in Dharmasthala resumed excavations on Monday, targeting the final three sites. Skeletal remains from Site No. 6 may mark a breakthrough. Activists demand a court-monitored probe amid fresh claims of illegal burials and abuse
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Hyderabad witnessed severe evening showers on Monday, leading to traffic chaos and waterlogging across several localities. Weather expert T Balaji issued a warning of a dangerous thunderstorm with 50 mm rainfall expected in a short span. Citizens were urged to stay indoors.
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Police have filed more FIRs in the IVF scam linked to Universal Srushti Fertility Center in Hyderabad. Victims, including NRIs, allege fraud and extortion during fake surrogacy procedures. Police suspect a wider racket and ongoing investigations continue