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A 79-year-old man from Kollam, Kerala, lost ₹3.72 crore in a ‘virtual arrest’ scam after cyber fraudsters impersonating police tricked him into transferring funds. Kollam Cyber Police have registered a case and are working to freeze the accounts.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will unveil 31 projects worth ₹8,500 crore in Manipur today. During his visit to Imphal and Churachandpur, Modi will meet internally displaced persons, address public gatherings, and lay foundations for major infrastructure initiatives amid tight security.
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Actor Siddharth will star opposite Freida Pinto in Netflix’s Unaccustomed Earth, based on Jhumpa Lahiri’s short stories. Calling it the “next chapter” of his life, Siddharth thanked wife Aditi Rao Hydari for being his “rock” as he joins the global ensemble.
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A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck early Saturday near the east coast of Russia’s Kamchatka region, the US Geological Survey reported. The quake hit 111.7 km east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky at a depth of 39 km. No casualties were reported immediately.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sushila Karki on becoming Nepal’s interim prime minister, pledging India’s support for the country’s peace and prosperity. Karki, Nepal’s first woman chief justice, has now created history again as the country’s first woman prime minister.
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At a programme in Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh CM Yogi Adityanath said temples desecrated during the era of “barbaric foreign invaders” must be restored. He linked temple restoration to cultural heritage, recalling the Ram temple struggle and calling for unity under Sanatan Dharma.
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A fire broke out at a software company office in Madhapur’s Ayyappa Society on Saturday morning, gutting property worth lakhs. Fire officials suspect a short circuit as the cause. Locals alerted firefighters, who brought the blaze under control.
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The funeral of Indian-origin motel manager Chandra Mouli “Bob” Nagamallaiah, brutally beheaded in Dallas, will be held Saturday. A fundraiser for his family has nearly reached USD 200,000 as the Indian-American community demands justice and stronger action against violent offenders.
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Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation launched a state-of-the-art digital asset tracking system to improve efficiency and prevent misuse. The digitised inventory will record all IT equipment purchases, enable real-time monitoring, and ensure timely replacement of outdated or faulty devices
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Sanju Samson’s batting position remains uncertain for India, with data showing his success at No. 1 and No. 4 but struggles in the middle order. His best chance could be at No. 3
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Crime briefs from Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana
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S. Rakshit’s century (122) was the standout performance for Satyam Colts in their match against Victoria in the C-Division One-Day League Cricket Championship, which was washed out due to heavy rains
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Bengaluru Bulls defeated Jaipur Pink Panthers 28-23 in the opening match of the Jaipur leg, with Deepak Sankar’s High Five and Alireza Mirzaian’s raid leading the Bulls to their third consecutive win
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu announced that all development works in Amaravati would be completed by 2028. He assured farmers that their contributions would not go in vain and projected Amaravati as an international city. Naidu also expressed confidence in completing the Polavaram project by 2027.
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N. Suraj Karthikeya, an archer from Andhra Pradesh, moved to the USA at 14 after facing biased selection processes. He has since earned multiple international medals and aims for an Olympic gold
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Minakshi defeated Alice Pumphrey in the women’s 48kg quarterfinals to secure India’s fourth medal at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in Liverpool, advancing to the semifinals alongside other Indian boxers
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Four sand tractors were trapped in the Manair river near Oded village in Mutharam mandal after a sudden surge in water discharge from the Lower Manair Dam. The drivers climbed onto the vehicles and raised an alarm, prompting a swift rescue by local police.
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The Indian men's Futsal team will play two friendlies against Lebanon in Beirut as part of their preparation for the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers, set to begin later this month
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The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 Trophy Tour completed its visit to Visakhapatnam, inspiring local Cricketers and engaging Fans through school visits and photo ops ahead of the global event
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Jagtial town police arrested Pegadapalli Tahsildar Ravinder on Friday following a complaint of sexual harassment filed by a woman officer. The incident reportedly occurred during an enquiry related to Indiramma housing beneficiaries in Nukapalli.
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Heavy rains in the catchment areas triggered increased inflows into Hyderabad’s Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs, leading authorities to open the floodgates on Friday. Residents downstream have been urged to stay alert and follow district administration advisories
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Over 250 chronic kidney patients and their families attended NephroPlus’ annual flagship event ‘Aashayein’ in Hyderabad. The get-together featured health tips, fun activities, and a talent showcase, aiming to inspire hope and foster community among patients undergoing dialysis treatment
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The American Society of Mechanical Engineers has brought its flagship International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition to India for the first time. The Hyderabad event, running till September 13, focuses on innovation, sustainability, and inclusion across academia, industry, and government
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Gunshots were fired outside actress Disha Patani’s Bareilly residence early Friday morning, reportedly in retaliation to alleged remarks made against Hindu spiritual leaders. A post claiming responsibility was shared by individuals linked to the Rohit Goldy Brar group, citing religious insult as the motive. Authorities have registered an FIR and deployed forces at the site.
