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The decomposed body of an unidentified woman was found at an open site near Charkandil Chowrasta on Wednesday. Habeebnagar police suspect she may have died around a week ago and are investigating the circumstances while efforts continue to establish her identity.

The ‘Z’ seen on many TGSRTC bus number plates has roots in Hyderabad’s Nizam-era transport system. The tradition dates back nearly a century, while TGSRTC also preserves a 1932 Albion bus believed to have belonged to the first fleet.

A 20-year-old youth was killed after a tipper truck allegedly hit his scooter from behind near the EFLU junction in Hyderabad on Wednesday morning. The victim, Harsha, suffered severe head injuries after being thrown onto a divider

NIMS Additional Medical Superintendent Dr Nori Lakshmi Bhaskar has been placed under deemed suspension after his arrest by the ACB in a disproportionate assets case. The agency reportedly found properties, luxury vehicles, gold jewellery and unaccounted cash during searches

The Election Commission will review decisions taken last week on the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The changes include dropping mandatory hearings over discrepancies in SIR forms and removing the parents’ declaration from online Form 6 in completed-SIR states

India completed a clean sweep of the three compound archery team gold medals at the Asian Games, winning the women’s, mixed and men’s events. The victories included a world-record-equalling performance, a shoot-off thriller and a dramatic comeback

Every season, millions of Indian farmers make the same calculation: more urea means better crops. It is a logic born from decades of subsidized pricing, inherited farming practice, and the absence of any credible alternative.

Burglars broke into Sri Gowri Liquor Mart in Medchal on Wednesday morning after allegedly cutting open a metal sheet beside the permit room. They escaped with liquor bottles and counter cash. Police reached the spot and launched an investigation.

Sanju Samson has described India as “very, very fortunate” to have Virat Kohli, praising the former captain’s influence and performances. Samson also credited India’s strong domestic cricket structure and IPL for helping produce talent and maintain the team’s depth

The Supreme Court on Wednesday ruled out a complete ban on firecrackers, saying round-the-clock fireworks would also not be allowed. The court said a middle ground was needed and indicated that specific hours could be prescribed for their use

Nearly 1.9 lakh cancer cases in India in 2024 were linked to infections, including HPV, H. pylori and hepatitis viruses. The infection-linked burden is also significant in Telangana, highlighting the importance of vaccination, screening, early detection and timely treatment.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari announced Rs 1,200 crore for the Ghatal Master Plan to mitigate recurring floods, with the Centre and state sharing costs. He directed officials to expedite work and complete the project by June next year

Nearly 60 per cent of financial losses suffered by cybercrime victims in Telangana are linked to stock market and investment frauds, Cyber Security Bureau Director Shikha Goel said. She warned of sophisticated international networks and urged citizens to remain cautious.

India face Pakistan in the Asian Games 2026 men’s volleyball quarter-final on Thursday, with a semifinal berth at stake. India enter unbeaten but Pakistan have won their previous two Asian Games meetings, adding significance to the high-stakes contest

Ruturaj Gaikwad said moving from his familiar opening role to the middle order in international cricket brings different challenges, including strike rotation and tactical adjustments. He also admitted feeling nervous after a long gap between international appearances.

Virat Kohli has moved to second in the ICC Men’s ODI Batting Rankings after his unbeaten 139 against the West Indies, closing the gap on top-ranked Shubman Gill. Keshav Maharaj and Kuldeep Yadav also climbed the ODI bowling rankings

India handed Auqib Nabi his international debut after winning the toss and opting to bowl against the West Indies in the second Test at Guwahati. India lead the three-match series 1-0 after an eight-wicket win in Thiruvananthapuram.

Telangana native Sandy Reddy has been unanimously elected Mayor of Strathfield in Australia, becoming the first Indian migrant woman to hold the post. Her election was welcomed by the Telugu community, with BRS leaders congratulating her on the achievement.

The government proposed amendments to the Petroleum Act, 1934, including decriminalising minor licence breaches and introducing graded penalties. The draft Petroleum (Amendment) Bill, 2026 proposes civil penalties for regulatory violations and tougher punishments for serious offences involving petroleum operations and infrastructure

Police detained several opposition leaders, activists, farmers and auto-driver representatives in Rajanna Sircilla and parts of Karimnagar districts ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit. The action came amid apprehensions of protests during his public meeting in Sircilla.

Security forces in Mizoram seized drugs worth over Rs 846 crore and arrested 930 people, including 111 foreigners, between January and August. Officials reported 635 NDPS cases and 45 drug-related deaths, while authorities intensified border enforcement, awareness campaigns and rehabilitation efforts

Five trekkers have gone missing on the Vasukital trek in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag district, prompting helicopter and foot searches. The group left on September 25, while heavy snowfall and rain disrupted conditions. Officials said contact with the trekkers has been lost

All cattle, sheep and goat slaughterhouses, besides retail meat and beef shops within GHMC limits, will remain closed on October 2 for Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan issued the directive under Section 533 (b) of the GHMC Act.

A Dubai-Tel Aviv commercial flight was diverted to Saudi Arabia after an emergency signal briefly raised fears of a hijacking, prompting Israel to scramble warplanes. Israeli media reported the alert followed a dispute between the pilots, with all passengers and crew safe