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District Collector Pamela Satpathy lent her voice to a Telugu song celebrating the girl child, released during an event marking International Girl Child Day in Karimnagar. The song was performed by Satpathy and accompanied by a dance from primary school students.
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Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy told the Supreme Court that the 2015 cash-for-vote trap laid by the Anti-Corruption Bureau was illegal, as it was conducted without an FIR. His counsel, senior advocate Mukul Rohatgi, argued that the prosecution was unsustainable under the Prevention of Corruption Act as it stood in 2015, which did not cover bribe givers.
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ISRO chief Narayanan said India aims to land astronauts on the Moon by 2040, with its Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission set for 2027. He detailed upcoming projects including a space station by 2035 and a Venus orbiter mission
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BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar criticised Minister Ponnam Prabhakar for calling Maganti Sunitha’s emotional appeal during the Jubilee Hills bypoll campaign “drama”, accusing him of trivialising a widow’s grief.
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Reliance Jio has introduced India’s first safety-centric mobile phone under its JioBharat series, aimed at protecting vulnerable users from digital threats. Unveiled at IMC 2025, the budget handset features real-time tracking, content filtering, and health monitoring, making it ideal for children, women, and senior citizens.
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An engineering student in Kolkata was allegedly raped by her classmate after he reportedly laced her drink with drugs. The accused was arrested in Anandapur and sent to police custody; investigations are underway
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T-Hub’s MATH launched Splink Pro, India’s first AI-driven platform for human performance and wellbeing. Combining cognition, nutrition, and movement, the platform offers assessments and personalised insights to improve learning, focus, and fitness, with validation from European research teams.
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The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board has recommended Ahmedabad as the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games. The final decision will be made on November 26. The bid is significant for India’s aspirations to host the 2036 Olympics, also in Ahmedabad
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GHMC’s Food Safety Wing conducted surprise inspections at 43 sweet shops across Hyderabad as part of its Diwali drive. Officials found several hygiene violations, including lack of pest control, untested water, and unhygienic kitchen conditions. Inspections will continue citywide
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The Hyderabad Cricket Association (HCA) needs to address the growing issue of cricket development in districts. By expanding affiliation to clubs, introducing women’s leagues, and reforming the selection process, the HCA can create a more inclusive and competitive system
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A 45-year-old man, identified as Antigali Yadaiah from Elkatta village in Ranga Reddy district, died after being hit by a car while crossing the road at Shadnagar on Tuesday night. Police have registered a case against the driver and launched an investigation
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Singareni Collieries Company Limited (SCCL) has engaged its retired senior officials to help chart a roadmap for achieving 100 million tonnes of annual coal production. A brainstorming session in Kothagudem saw former Directors share strategies for growth, cost reduction, and diversification
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Team Orangutan triumphed at the Battlegrounds Mobile India Showdown 2025 in Hyderabad, winning Rs 1 crore and a direct entry to the global championship. K9 Esports and Team Soul followed in second and third place, respectively.
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Sri Vidhushekhara Bharati, Shankaracharya of Sringeri, will visit Telangana from October 16. His itinerary includes Basar, Vemulawada, and Hyderabad, where he will attend spiritual gatherings and perform consecrations. The state government has made arrangements to receive him as state guest.
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With public support waning and state forces advancing, Maoists must suspend armed struggle and reconnect with the people to address their needs
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Veteran Telugu and Tamil actress-singer R Balasaraswathi Devi, the first playback singer in Telugu cinema, passed away at her Hyderabad residence aged 97
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Ahead of Deepavali, Khammam police have approved 128 firecracker shops through a draw of lots, with strict instructions on safety and legal compliance. Additional DCP Prasad Rao warned of legal action against unauthorised storage or sale of fireworks and urged the public to report violations.
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Farmers in Khammam district are still awaiting the Rs 500 per quintal bonus promised for Yasangi paddy, even as officials prepare for Vanakalam procurement. Over Rs 65 crore remains unpaid to more than 18,000 farmers, prompting many to consider selling their produce to private buyers.
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The Republican Party of India (Athawale) has nominated Dr Divya Chandana, a social worker, as its candidate for the Jubilee Hills constituency in the upcoming elections. The B-form was formally handed over by Union Minister Ramdas Athawale, in the presence of state convener Peram Siva Nageshwara Rao.
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Ten candidates filed 13 nominations on Wednesday for the Jubilee Hills by-election, bringing the total to 30 candidates and 35 nominations so far. The District Grievance Committee released Rs 21.21 lakh seized cash after verifying five genuine cases
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The Indian Army inaugurated ‘Dronalaya’ and ‘Yantralaya’ at MCEME, Secunderabad, to enhance drone, unmanned, and robotics training. Lt Gen Neeraj Varshney launched the facilities on the 83rd EME Corps Day, strengthening the Army’s tech-driven operational readiness
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BC Hakkula Sadhana Samithi staged a protest in Kothagudem demanding Prime Minister Narendra Modi enact legislation to ensure 42 percent reservation for Backward Classes and include it in the 9th Schedule.
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Telangana is set for a record Kharif harvest of 148.30 LMT from 68 lakh acres, but warehouse shortage threatens procurement. With FCI and private stocks already full, farmers, millers, and traders face storage crises, urging government intervention
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A press meet at the BJP State headquarters in Hyderabad turned chaotic when leaders of Backward Classes organisations clashed over a disagreement regarding the display of photographs. The altercation, which occurred in the presence of senior leaders including R Krishnaiah and N Ramchander Rao, escalated into a physical confrontation before being brought under control.
