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US President Donald Trump shared a digitally altered image showing him as “Acting President of Venezuela” amid comments on improving ties with Venezuelan leadership, oil shipments and regional diplomacy. The image is not based on any official appointment.
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The rupee weakened by 5 paise to 90.23 against the US dollar in early trade on Monday amid rising crude oil prices, continued foreign fund outflows and global geopolitical concerns, while markets awaited key macroeconomic data later this week.
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The Special Operations Team police seized 93 kg of dry ganja being transported from the Andhra Pradesh–Odisha border to Maharashtra after intercepting a car at the Muthangi exit of the Outer Ring Road. Three peddlers were taken into custody.
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A young woman was murdered in Borabanda on Sunday night, allegedly by a man known to her. Police have detained the suspect, registered a case and launched an investigation into the circumstances leading to the killing.
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The Sarwat Hussain Digital Media Centre at Osmania University is equipped with Rs. 20 lakh worth of donated digital production equipment, honouring alumnus Sarwat Hussain and strengthening journalism education.
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The Tyagaraja Aradhana festival was celebrated at Bodhan with renditions of Pancharatna Kritis, flute and vocal performances, speeches on Vedic music, and classical dance, drawing wide participation from musicians, students and devotees
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At least 544 people have been killed in Iran’s crackdown on nationwide protests, activists said, as Tehran warned the US and Israel of military retaliation if Washington intervenes, amid growing international concern over the escalating unrest
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President Donald Trump said the US will acquire Greenland to prevent Russia or China from gaining control of the strategic Arctic territory, insisting ownership is essential for long-term security and downplaying concerns over NATO or Denmark’s response.
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Senior BJP leader Ram Madhav said Bangladesh’s political instability is a concern for India but likely temporary, expressing hope that elections will restore accountability, curb minority attacks and help normalise bilateral ties through engagement with an elected government
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Ranchi Royals registered their first win of the Men’s Hockey India League season with a stunning 4-1 comeback against defending champions Shrachi Bengal Tigers. Tom Boon scored twice as the Royals netted four goals in the final six minutes.
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People from different faiths joined the Sports4Peace Cricket Tournament in Hyderabad to celebrate Christmas, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti and Sankranti. Organised by COVA Peace Network, the event featured matches, cultural talks and a special ‘Play for Peace Match'
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Unemployed youth staged protests in Hyderabad on Sunday against the Telangana Congress government over delay in issuing the job calendar and recruitment notifications. Police dispersed protesters at Ashok Nagar and detained several. Heavy deployment continued at City Central Library fearing unrest
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According to one estimate, Grok generated one non-consensual sexual image every minute. Alarmingly, Grok makes such content easier to produce and customise
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Ranga Reddy defeated Medak by nine wickets in the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-district T20 cricket championship at Mahabubnagar. Adilabad also registered a 22-run win over Hyderabad, with A Santosh scoring 97 in their total of 192
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The debate on workplace well-being has largely focused on corporate employees, sidelining the informal sector that employs over 80% of the workforce
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P Sathwik Reddy won the juniors title with a perfect score at the Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. RVSS Ramanjaneyulu clinched the Open crown, while several boys and girls emerged winners across age categories. Nigama Sree and Siva Satyanarayana won special awards
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Payas Jain bagged the mixed doubles crown with Syndrela Das and entered both men’s singles and doubles finals at the WTT Feeder Series 2026 in Vadodara. Anusha Kutumbale will face Korea’s Ryu Hanna in the women’s singles final
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Sophie Devine’s blazing 95 and two wickets in the final over powered Gujarat Giants to a four-run win over Delhi Capitals in WPL 2026. Nandini Sharma’s maiden hat-trick stood out, but Delhi fell short chasing 209 in Navi Mumbai
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World No 1 Aryna Sabalenka defended her Brisbane International crown by beating Marta Kostyuk 6-4, 6-3. The Belarusian claimed her 22nd career WTA title and fifth in Australia, becoming one of only three women to defend the season-opening WTA 500 event
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The COVA Peace Network organised a unique multi-faith cricket celebration in Hyderabad on January 11, bringing together people from diverse religions and states to mark Christmas, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, and Sankranti. Leaders from multiple faiths and community representatives attended, reinforcing the message of unity and harmony.
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The Lodh Kshatriya Advocates’ Welfare Association was formally constituted in Hyderabad to unite advocates of the community and address social welfare issues. Advocate Arvind Singh added that the body must monitor political developments and fight legal battles to protect ancestral lands and rights.
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The Cyberabad traffic police booked 137 people during weekend drunken driving checks across Hyderabad. All vehicles have been detained, and offenders will face court proceedings.
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With Sankranti just days away, Hyderabad witnessed massive traffic congestion at toll plazas and railway stations. The Panthangi Toll Plaza at Choutuppal, the first major stop on NH-65 towards Vijayawada, saw over one lakh vehicles on Saturday, with numbers expected to rise further.
