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BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticized Khammam's Congress ministers for corruption and failure to implement welfare schemes. He accused them of amassing wealth, neglecting public needs, and pledged BRS's focus on new leadership
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The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested a YouTuber for allegedly creating and circulating child sexual abuse content through interviews with minors. Officials said the videos violated child protection and cyber laws, and urged citizens to report similar content through official channels
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Kerala police officer was suspended after a woman accused him of molestation during passport verification, prompting an internal inquiry and raising concerns over misconduct and abuse of authority in official procedures
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The ISI and Jamaat-e-Islami are orchestrating minority persecution in Bangladesh, turning killings into an extortion racket. Authorities are complicit, and the goal is to incite anti-India sentiment and instability
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Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, will marry entrepreneur Saaniya Chandhok on March 5 in Mumbai. The intimate wedding celebrations will begin on March 3 and be attended by close family and friends.
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Hyderabad will host a hot air balloon festival from January 16 to 18, offering daytime flights from city outskirts and a night glow balloon show at Parade Ground, with 15 international balloons and tickets priced at around Rs 500.
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A Telangana man from a Dalit community has been jailed in the UAE for illegal stay and is struggling to prove his Indian nationality due to lack of documents. His family has approached authorities seeking help to bring him home.
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The Drugs Control Administration, Telangana, raided a clinic run by an unqualified practitioner in Hanumakonda and seized medicines stocked without a licence. Officials warned that illegal sale of antibiotics poses serious risks to public health
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A 35-foot Lord Hanuman kite will be the main attraction at Hyderabad’s International Kite and Sweet Festival from January 13 to 15, featuring global kite flyers, LED kites, 1,200 sweet varieties and a high-tech drone show.
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Hyderabad-based martial artist Hanshi Shaswat Kumar has become the first Indian Grand Master to receive multiple international karate awards for founding Senkoukai Karate, an independent India-origin system recognised globally for its combat-focused and scientific approach.
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A 25-year-old Hindu man died after jumping into a canal to escape a mob in Bangladesh’s Naogaon district. The incident is the latest in a series of violent attacks targeting minorities, raising concerns over growing communal violence in the country.
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Actor Courteney Cox has recalled agreeing to a tampon commercial early in her career due to financial hardship. She also revealed she made television history by becoming the first person to say the word “period” on TV.
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BIG Academy, a hybrid learning-focused EdTech platform, was launched in Hyderabad with cricketer Yuvraj Singh announced as its brand ambassador. The academy aims to offer student-centric education combining technology, mentorship and mental well-being.
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Sony Sports Network has been announced as the official broadcast partner for the Pro Wrestling League’s 2026 season. Returning after a seven-year hiatus, the league will feature six franchise teams and live coverage across television and digital platforms.
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Iran executed Ali Ardestani for allegedly spying for Israel’s Mossad, relaying sensitive information in exchange for cryptocurrency and promises of a reward and visa. Human rights groups condemned the execution, citing coerced confessions and closed trials, while Iran claims it targets hostile intelligence operatives
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Women-focused helmet brand Tvarra announced Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues as an investor partner. She will help shape the brand’s vision, advocate responsible riding, and promote women’s safety. Tvarra plans offline retail expansion in 2026, beyond its current 600-city online presence
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Actress Samantha Ruth Prabhu has unveiled the first-look poster of her upcoming Telugu film Maa Inti Bangaram. Directed by BV Nandini Reddy, the action drama features Samantha performing most stunts herself. The teaser trailer will be released on January 9.
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Karnataka Police and the State Women’s Commission rejected claims that BJP worker Sujatha Handi was assaulted or stripped, stating she removed her own clothes while resisting arrest during voter revision disputes in Hubballi. Investigations are ongoing to verify facts, with judicial custody already imposed
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Women’s rights activist Brinda Adige condemned the alleged assault and stripping of BJP worker Sujatha Handi by police in Hubballi, Karnataka, calling it a grave violation of human and constitutional rights and demanding immediate suspension and accountability for the officers involved
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for January 7, 2026. May the day bring you happiness
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With four Associate nations competing in the ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026, the ICC has highlighted four emerging players from Japan, Scotland, Tanzania and the USA who could make a strong impact at the tournament.
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Indian shuttlers face challenging opening-round matches at the India Open Super 750 in New Delhi. Lakshya Sen meets Ayush Shetty in an all-Indian clash, while P V Sindhu opens against Vietnam’s Thuy Linh Nguyen.
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Police arrested a real estate agent in Adilabad district for allegedly cheating people by conducting illegal draws of lots to sell house sites. Thirteen lottery books were seized, and officials warned of action against similar fraudulent practices.
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In Chhattisgarh's Sukma district, 26 Naxalites—including seven women and high-value cadres—surrendered under the "Poona Margem" rehabilitation initiative. Rewards on their heads totaled ₹65 lakh. They received ₹50,000 each and will undergo further government-led reintegration