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India A collapsed from 93/1 to 199 all out in their second innings, setting Australia A a 363-run target in the opening four-day game in Puducherry. Todd Murphy took four wickets as Australia A reached 55/2 at stumps

The HMWSSB has urged RWAs operating private sewage treatment plants in Hyderabad to register by October 1 as part of an initiative to promote treated wastewater use. The move will create a network of certified suppliers for non-potable applications.

India remained unbeaten in the men’s kabaddi competition at the 2026 Asian Games, defeating Chinese Taipei 37-21 to top Group A. India had already secured a semi-final berth and a medal after beating Bangladesh on Wednesday

Hollywood filmmaker Steven Spielberg revealed details of a mock trial in which Judge Judy Sheindlin presided over a dispute involving his sisters Nancy and Sue. The playful courtroom showdown centred on arrangements for his mother Leah Adler’s 90th birthday party.

The Shriram Group awarded scholarships to 134 Class X toppers from government schools across 119 assembly constituencies in Telangana. The initiative under ‘Chaduvuko Telangana’ included State, district and constituency toppers, with scholarships ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh.

The Supreme Court on Thursday asked the Election Commission to indicate a reasonable timeline for deciding the dispute between rival TMC factions over the party's name and election symbol, while stressing that both sides must get a fair opportunity to present evidence

Lexus India launched the all-new Lexus ES 350h in Hyderabad, powered by a 2.5-litre self-charging strong hybrid electric powertrain. The luxury sedan offers refined performance and efficiency, with prices starting at Rs 66.10 lakh, ex-showroom.

Satnam Singh and Salman Khan won India's maiden Asian Games medal in men's double sculls, claiming bronze in Nagoya. Their achievement provided a bright spot for an Indian rowing team that endured one of its poorest continental Games campaigns

BRS working president KT Rama Rao welcomed the Supreme Court decision upholding Danam Nagender’s disqualification, calling it a “Supreme slap” to Rahul Gandhi and A Revanth Reddy. He also criticised the Congress over defections and alleged betrayal of voters.

BRS district President Balka Suman alleged that farmers, households and industries were facing frequent power interruptions due to coal shortages and poor management. During a visit to a thermal plant in Jaipur, he demanded steps to restore full power generation.

Actress Yami Gautam celebrated the heritage of Maheshwari handloom in a black saree woven by a seventh-generation Salvi family weaver from Maheshwar. She highlighted the craftsmanship and history of the traditional weave, which was promoted by Maharani Ahilyabai Holkar

BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao challenged Rahul Gandhi to act on his “Samvidhan Bachao” call by demanding resignations of BRS MLAs who defected to Congress. He questioned the Congress’s conduct in Telangana following Danam Nagender’s disqualification.

C Tej Charan and R Shanmukh struck unbeaten centuries while V Supreeth, S Aarya Harinath Reddy and Md Sofi claimed five-wicket hauls as the HCA C-Division one-day league produced several strong batting and bowling performances in Hyderabad

Coca-Cola India and bottling partner Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages are expanding their festive presence across Maharashtra and other states through retail networks, community partnerships and quick-commerce platforms, while promoting PET bottle collection, recycling and upcycled art initiatives during the festive season

Churches in Chhattisgarh’s Dhamtari have put up notices restricting entry for worship to Christians, citing safety concerns amid disputes over alleged religious conversions. The district Christian Forum has asked other churches and prayer halls to display similar directives

India endured another medal-less day in shooting at the Asian Games as its men’s 10m air pistol team missed the final. Japan pipped India for bronze, extending the country’s gold-medal drought in shooting to five days

Four people were arrested after a video purportedly showing a group behaving indecently with a girl in Samastipur went viral on social media. Police said the incident occurred near a bridge in Jagat Singhpur village and registered an FIR

BRS leader A Rakesh Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to address employee demands, citing pending DAs and delays in the Pay Revision Commission. He also alleged that the Employee Health Scheme was not implemented and retired employees were neglected.

India’s squash campaign at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games gained momentum as Anahat Singh, Tanvi Khanna, Abhay Singh and Veer Chotrani reached the singles quarterfinals. Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar also advanced to the mixed doubles last eight

Actress Manasa Varanasi has been announced as the female lead opposite Sharwanand in director Sreenu Vaitla’s upcoming Telugu film ‘George Krish’. The film, produced by AK Entertainments, is scheduled for a Sankranti release

The rupee fell 23 paise to close at 95.96 against the US dollar, pressured by higher crude oil prices, a stronger greenback and heavy domestic equity selling. Rising US bond yields and geopolitical uncertainties also weighed on investor sentiment

A refrigerator explosion triggered a fire at a Kirana General Store in Shivvampet, Medak, in the early hours of Thursday. The fire destroyed valuables in the shop owned by trader Hanumanth Guptha, while officials assessed the exact loss suffered.

Dilpreet Singh scored a hat-trick as defending champions India thrashed Korea 8-2 for their third straight win in the Asian Games men’s hockey competition. India remained atop Pool A and all but assured their place in the semifinals

The BRS launched a statewide agitation at thermal power plants and Singareni offices, alleging coal shortages and falling generation had triggered a power crisis in Telangana. Party leaders protested at Yadadri, KTPP, Bhadradri, Kothagudem and Singareni Bhavan.