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Bharti Airtel has partnered with IBM to enhance Airtel Cloud, offering AI-ready infrastructure and IBM Power Systems as-a-Service. The collaboration enables Indian enterprises in regulated industries to scale workloads across hybrid cloud, edge, and multi-cloud environments.

Rishab Shetty’s Kannada prequel “Kantara: Chapter 1” has grossed Rs 717.50 crore worldwide in two weeks. Praised for storytelling, performances, and visuals, the film depicts tribal resistance against a tyrannical king in pre-colonial Karnataka.

A 37-year-old Hyderabad man, Mohammed Ahmed, was allegedly duped by a Mumbai agent into joining Russia’s war efforts. Trapped near the Russia-Ukraine border, Ahmed’s wife has appealed to the Indian government for his rescue and safe repatriation

In Chhattisgarh’s largest Maoist surrender, 208 cadres, including 110 women, laid down arms in Jagdalpur, Bastar. Weapons surrendered included AK-47s, SLRs, and rifles. DGP handed them the Indian Constitution and community leaders welcomed them with red roses.

JP Rajya Sabha MP R Krishnaiah led a walkathon from Dilsukhnagar to Moosarambagh, demanding 42 percent reservations for Backward Classes in Telangana local body elections. BC organisations have called for a State-bandh, supported by several political parties.

A car travelling from Hyderabad to Mancherial caught fire after hitting an electric pole on Rajiv Rahadari in Godavarikhani town, Peddapalli. All four passengers escaped safely, and fire services quickly extinguished the blaze. No casualties were reported.

Srisailam Dam, India’s second-largest hydroelectric project, faces critical structural vulnerabilities, including an eroded plunge pool and silted riverbed. Despite warnings from NDSA, DRIP-funded repairs are delayed, and the issue was overlooked during PM Modi’s Andhra Pradesh visit.

Two 108 ambulance technicians in Telangana walked two kilometers along railway tracks at night to rescue a passenger who fell from the Dakshin Express near Ghanpur station. The injured man was rushed to MGM Hospital in Warangal for treatment.

Former Australia opener Matthew Hayden called Rohit Sharma’s removal as India’s captain “interesting,” citing age and succession planning for Shubman Gill. He praised India’s blend of youth and experience in ODIs and highlighted fan enthusiasm in Australia.

A Class VIII student at a Church-run school in Kochi involved in a hijab-related row will be transferred by her parents due to stress. While the school welcomed her return under its rules, the family cited lack of support

In a major breakthrough, 210 Naxalites, including a Maoist Central Committee member, surrendered in Jagdalpur, Chhattisgarh, handing over 153 weapons. The move aligns with government efforts to eradicate Naxalism in Bastar by March 2026, officials stated

A 13-year-old tribal girl from Maharashtra's Palghar district was allegedly forcibly married off by her grandfather and was sexually assaulted and mentally harassed by husband and her in-laws

A global study finds 66% of workers rely on AI at work without verifying its output, contributing to rising "workslop" — low-quality, AI-generated content. Experts urge better AI literacy, transparency, and governance to prevent errors, wasted time, and trust erosion

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Anesthesia postgraduate student Nithin was found dead inside Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad on Friday morning. Police have launched an investigation, and the body has been sent for autopsy. Cause of death will be determined after forensic analysis.

Gold and silver prices surged to new all-time highs in India on Friday, tracking a global rally and weaker dollar. Robust investor demand, US–China tensions, and rate-cut expectations boosted safe-haven appeal, with gold gaining over Rs 2,000 on MCX.

Madhuranagar Police registered a case after a complaint alleged false social media posts claiming that film actresses appeared in Jubilee Hills voter rolls with altered details. Election officials warned against spreading misinformation that could affect the poll process.

Hyderabad-based MEIL has bagged a USD 225.5 million project from Kuwait Oil Company to design, build, operate, and maintain a gas sweetening and sulphur recovery facility in West Kuwait, marking a major milestone in its Middle East expansion.

President Donald Trump will meet Ukrainian President Zelenskyy amid tensions over U.S. reluctance to supply Tomahawk missiles. Following a call with Putin, Trump downplayed arms support, emphasizing diplomacy. A separate U.S.-Russia meeting in Hungary is also planned to discuss the war

The rupee gained 21 paise to 87.75 against the US dollar on Friday, supported by foreign fund inflows, a softer greenback, and likely RBI intervention. Analysts expect further appreciation as investor sentiment improves and crude prices remain low.

Three Army personnel sustained minor injuries after unidentified terrorists fired at a military camp in Assam’s Tinsukia district. The attack occurred from a moving vehicle. Security forces retaliated and launched a joint search operation with police to trace the attackers

Keanu Reeves revealed he was once asked to change his name upon arriving in Hollywood, even using "KC Reeves" and considering "Chuck Spadina." Like Leonardo DiCaprio, he ultimately rejected a new identity, choosing authenticity over industry pressure

Singer Amritprava Mahanta and bandmate Shekharjyoti Goswami, both present at the Singapore yacht tragedy that claimed Zubeen Garg’s life, will be produced before court on Friday. Protests outside Baksa Jail prompted prohibitory orders and heightened security across the district.

Ed Sheeran collaborates with Indian artists Arijit Singh, Karan Aujla, Jonita Gandhi, Hanumankind, and more on his new EP 'Play.' Sheeran praised the vibrant Indian music scene, calling the experience fun and deeply inspiring across cultures and languages