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Google has been fined $463 million by Ireland’s Data Protection Commission for violating EU privacy rules through unlawful and non-transparent handling of users’ location data across services such as Web & App Activity, Location History and Android’s Location Accuracy feature.

A 35-year-old man allegedly died by suicide following a family dispute at Sarrenga Thanda in Parvathagiri mandal of Warangal district. The incident was reportedly witnessed by family members and recorded on a mobile phone.

A Congress leader with a rowdy-sheet against him, Mohammed Saddam Hussain, and three associates were arrested for allegedly attacking Velair mandal Congress president Muravath Lakshman Naik.

Osmania University launched its Digital Garden, an online portal documenting 839 plant species across 131 families and 49 orders on its campus. The initiative by CBCS aims to showcase the university’s floral diversity and strengthen its commitment to a green campus.

Punjab National Bank inaugurated its new Nagarkurnool branch under Hyderabad Circle Office on Monday. Collector Hemant Keshav Patil and Zonal Head Vandana Pandey inaugurated the facility. With the new branch, PNB’s Hyderabad Circle network has reached 79 branches.

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The NHRC directed Telangana Chief Secretary K Sanjay Jaju to conduct an independent inquiry into private properties included in the 22-A prohibited list. It sought a comprehensive report within four weeks and immediate relief for affected property owners.

Hyderabad Metro Rail Limited has lodged a police complaint against a private agency over excavation near metro pillars C1192 and C1193 in Secunderabad. HMRL said there was no indication of structural damage but flagged safety concerns over unauthorised work.

Bollywood actor Kartik Aaryan arrived in Gujarat ahead of the 72nd National Film Awards ceremony in Kevadia. He visited the Statue of Unity and enjoyed local delicacies including thepla, before receiving the National Award for his performance in Chandu Champion.

The Telangana High Court issued notices to BRS MLCs Thatha Madhusudhan and N Naveen Kumar Reddy over alleged inappropriate remarks against the Assembly Speaker. The court asked them to file counters and adjourned the matter to September 23 for further hearing.

Talks between Telangana government employees and Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju remained inconclusive on Monday. TGEJAC representatives are planning a peaceful strike on October 2 over demands including a PRC announcement, pending DAs and bills, and retirement benefits for pensioners.

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BRS social media convener Manne Krishank appeared before Nampally police for questioning but was kept waiting for over six hours. He was asked to appear again before CCS police on September 28 and alleged that the police were targeting BRS leaders.

Excise Minister Jupally Krishna Rao defended the Telangana government’s Jurala water management, citing water scarcity and drinking water needs. He said farmers were advised to cultivate dry crops, blamed the previous BRS government and sought Centre’s support to tackle drought.

Health Secretary Dr Christina Z Chongthu directed engineering officials to ensure the safety and maintenance of government hospital buildings in Warangal after a roof portion collapsed at the Aarogyasri ward, injuring patients and sanitation staff. She also reviewed the under-construction Super-Specialty Hospital

Revenue officials surveyed lands held by 80 farmers in Survey No. 325 at Erravalli village on Monday. The survey is being conducted by four teams, while notices are being served to the remaining farmers. Officials expect to complete the exercise by Thursday

BRS working president KT Rama Rao warned of protests if water was not released to the Jurala ayacut, demanded operation of pump houses and talks with Karnataka, and accused the Congress government of negligence while seeking action on land allegations.

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation demolished unauthorised structures and cleared encroachments from roads, footpaths and government land on Monday. Enforcement teams removed illegal sheds and roadside stalls from several areas, while officials warned that action would be taken against further violations.

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Guwahati resident Deepesh Bajoria in a money-laundering probe into an alleged cricket-betting syndicate. The agency alleged that a partnership firm's account linked to him recorded credits of Rs 28.12 crore and debits of Rs 28.03 crore

The Transport Department suspended a Bandlaguda RTO constable after a video purportedly showing him counting cash inside the office went viral. Two other officials were attached to headquarters, while a detailed inquiry was ordered into the incident and agents' presence

MS Dhoni was part of the CSK cricket management team that decided to appoint Zaheer Khan as head coach for IPL 2027, franchise MD Kasi Viswanathan said. Zaheer replaces Stephen Fleming and will have autonomy over the support staff

ACB officials arrested a junior assistant and an outsourced employee of Nizamabad Municipal Corporation for allegedly accepting a Rs 15,000 bribe. The two, identified as Ashok and Kiran, were caught red-handed while receiving the money for granting permission for a work.

HMWSSB has intensified surprise inspections across Hyderabad and warned of disconnection of water connections for repeat offenders. Officials fined consumers for wasting drinking water and illegal motor use, while the board urged residents to conserve water amid deficient rainfall and rising demand.