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Former MLA Navjot Kaur Sidhu, expelled from the Indian National Congress, has launched the Bharatiya Rashtrawadi Party. She announced the new outfit on X, citing dissatisfaction with leadership, after criticism of Rahul Gandhi and state leaders
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A 21-year-old college student, Pranav Reddy, drowned in a lake in Mokila near Hyderabad during a birthday celebration. He reportedly slipped into the water while washing his hands. Despite efforts by friends and locals, he could not be rescued
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Mumbai Indians face Rajasthan Royals in Guwahati with skipper Hardik Pandya’s fitness a key factor. Pandya missed the last game due to illness, and MI will hope his return strengthens their bowling against Rajasthan’s in-form top order
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Rain and thunderstorm disrupted the Kolkata Knight Riders vs Punjab Kings IPL clash at Eden Gardens. KKR were 25 for 2 when play was halted. With forecasts predicting worsening weather, a washout could hand KKR their first point of the season
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Green India Challenge founder and former MP J Santosh Kumar has been nominated for the Global Green Icon award, to be presented at the House of Lords on April 17. The honour recognises his leadership in sustainability and environmental initiatives
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Reeda FC registered a narrow 1-0 win over CCOB Junior in the TFA C-Division football league at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Tuvya scored the decisive goal in the 77th minute to seal the victory for his side
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India will begin its Billie Jean King Cup Asia/Oceania Group I campaign against Thailand at DLTA Stadium. Captain Vishal Uppal expressed confidence in the squad, which includes debutant Vaishnavi Adkar and veteran Ankita Raina, highlighting depth in Indian women’s tennis
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Diversifying beyond the services sector and boosting investment in agriculture and manufacturing, especially processing industries, can help India attract stable and long-term FDI inflows
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The Mumbai Cricket Association has launched its High Performance Camp in Mumbai, inaugurated by Dilip Vengsarkar. Featuring 25 men and women players, the three-week programme includes skill training, mentorship, and expert sessions, with standout performers eyeing selection for the UK tour
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Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy claimed full credit for Telangana’s growth while criticising Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan for relying on legacy gains. He dismissed the BRS decade as disastrous and ended his letter with a mocking remark aimed at Vijayan
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Artemis II brings a sense of collective purpose to a divided world, rekindling scientific curiosity and expanding the horizons of knowledge
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A Golconda resident rescued an eight-year-old girl allegedly kidnapped by an auto driver and handed her safely to her parents. Hyderabad police arrested the accused and later honoured the man for his timely intervention and courage.
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KT Rama Rao urged Indian youth to become job creators and emphasised upskilling amid the growing impact of Artificial Intelligence, while highlighting Hyderabad’s startup ecosystem and calling for innovation, entrepreneurship and stronger public-private partnerships.
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Revanth Reddy announced a judicial commission to examine revenue division appeals after 2027, defended his government’s performance, and outlined plans for irrigation, an airport, an industrial park in Adilabad and development of Basara temple
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BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar predicted a Gen Z-led uprising against the Congress government in Telangana, alleging anti-youth and anti-farmer policies, and urged students to lead a statewide movement against alleged irregularities and governance failures.
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The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board plans to construct a sewage treatment plant at Neknampur under AMRUT 2.0 to address sewage issues in the Manikonda corridor and promote reuse of treated water for public and infrastructure needs.
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A political row erupted in Assam after Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi questioned Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma’s family over alleged foreign assets. Riniki Bhuyan Sarma denied the claims and countered with questions, escalating tensions ahead of elections
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A Kallur councillor lodged a complaint against Congress leaders for holding a press meet inside a municipal office and violating protocol norms. He urged authorities to take action and ensure impartiality in government programmes and public institutions.
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The Telangana State Heritage Department signed an MoU with seven government degree colleges in Sangareddy to promote heritage awareness, conservation and research among students through academic activities, field visits and the formation of heritage clubs.
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Boath MLA Anil Jadhav submitted a list of development demands to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy during his Adilabad visit, seeking irrigation projects, roads, welfare measures, and infrastructure upgrades, including a revenue division, college, and tourism development.
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Civil Supplies and revenue officials seized 48 subsidised LPG cylinders being misused for commercial purposes in Korutla town. Authorities conducted surprise checks at hostels and eateries and registered cases, warning of strict action against violators.
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The BRS-called bandh in Gajwel against the ransacking of an MLA camp office saw widespread participation, with shops and schools shut. Party leaders staged protests, while police ensured order amid brief tension involving Congress leaders.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticised Congress for dynastic politics and corruption while addressing a rally in Assam. He highlighted BJP’s development agenda and accused Congress of supporting infiltration and failing to deliver on promises in states it governs
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Karimnagar rural police arrested four persons, including a father and his family members, for the murder of twin girls. The accused allegedly killed the children over concerns about future expenses and attempted to pass it off as an accident.
