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A US-based devotee, M. Ramalinga Raju, donated ₹9 crore to the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams for renovating the PAC-1, PAC-2 and PAC-3 buildings. TTD chairman B.R. Naidu lauded the gesture, recalling Raju’s earlier ₹16-crore donation in 2012.

Google Meet suffered a major outage across India on Wednesday, preventing thousands of users from joining meetings. Downdetector logged over 1,700 complaints, with most reporting website and server issues. Users flooded X with concerns and jokes as Google awaited to issue a statement.

Nasscom Foundation and IBM have launched a nationwide skilling initiative to train over 87,000 underserved youth in emerging technologies through the IBM SkillsBuild platform. The programme blends digital learning, project-based training, mentorship and placement-linked skilling to boost employability and career readiness.

Samsung has launched the next-generation R20 ultrasound system in India, featuring advanced AI tools, Crystal Architecture™ imaging technology, and an ergonomic clinician-focused design. The system enhances diagnostic accuracy, workflow efficiency, and performance across a wide range of clinical applications.

A man, identified as Pallikonda Mallaiah, was found murdered at his home in Mallapur mandal, Jagtial, with his throat slit. Villagers suspect his wife’s involvement, though police say all angles are being investigated. The body was sent for postmortem.

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A man identified as Mohd Wajeed was rescued by relatives after he attempted suicide at his Narsingi home on Wednesday, reportedly after a video call with his wife. He was shifted to Osmania General Hospital in critical condition. Police suspect family issues.

Nehru Zoological Park, Hyderabad has been awarded a 5-Star Quality Rating along with ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certifications by HYM International. Forest Minister Konda Surekha presented the certificates and lauded the zoo staff for achieving this national first.

Senior railway officer Ashish Mehrotra, a 1992-batch IRSEE officer, assumed charge as Senior Deputy General Manager and Chief Vigilance Officer of South Central Railway. He previously served in key electrical engineering and leadership roles across Indian Railways, including Northern Railway and IRCON.

Hyderabad’s Enforcement Directorate secured a five-year conviction under the PMLA against L. Srinivas Goud for obtaining a fraudulent loan from Federal Bank using forged documents and impersonation. He was fined Rs 25,000, and the bank suffered a loss of Rs 44.8 lakh

The NIA arrested Soyab, a Faridabad resident, for harbouring terrorist Umar Muhammad (Un Nabi) and providing logistical support ahead of the November 10 Red Fort car bombing. He is the seventh suspect in the case as investigations into the terror network continue.

Srinagar recorded this winter’s coldest night at –3.9°C as a cold wave intensified across Jammu & Kashmir. With dry weather expected till December 10 and temperatures likely to dip further, authorities have advanced school winter vacations while residents switch to traditional Pherans and firepots.

Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Wednesday after three days of decline, supported by strong global cues and fresh foreign fund inflows. Most Asian markets traded higher, while Brent crude rose and US markets closed on a positive note.

K.T. Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over the revised BC reservation pattern for gram panchayat polls, alleging it reduced the quota to 17 per cent despite promising 42 per cent. He also questioned the Rs 160-crore caste census expenditure and highlighted district-level disparities.

The rupee recovered early losses to trade at 89.20 against the US dollar on Wednesday, supported by foreign inflows and strong domestic equity sentiment. A slightly weaker dollar index helped, though rising crude prices continued to exert pressure on the currency.

Amberpet Sub-Inspector Bhanu Prasad was detained after seized gold kept in official custody and his service weapon were found missing. A case has been registered, and the Task Force has joined the investigation as officials question the SI for further details.

Gomati Electronics owner Shivakumar Bansal died at Apollo DRDO Hospital after suffering severe burns in three late-night blasts that triggered a fire at his Shahalibanda shop. An unidentified man near the store also succumbed. Police suspect electrical or combustible causes; probe continues.

Security forces seized an improvised long-range rocket containing nearly 40 kg of explosive from Gelmol village in Manipur’s Churachandpur district. Separate operations in Kangpokpi led to the recovery of multiple rifles, explosives, grenades and communication equipment from areas near Songlung and Gelbung.

The Medchal Excise Task Force arrested a youth near Suchitra for transporting OG Kush, seizing 260 grams worth ₹3 lakh. Suppliers Sujeeth Rao and Navya, based in Himachal Pradesh and linked to Hyderabad contacts through courier and video calls, are currently absconding.

President Droupadi Murmu, Union ministers and opposition leaders paid tributes on the 16th anniversary of the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks, honouring the civilians and security personnel who lost their lives. Leaders reiterated India’s resolve against terrorism and remembered the victims with gratitude.

Karunakar, director of the Gangadhara Market Committee, died in a Hyderabad hospital after sustaining serious injuries in a November 23 accident involving the convoy of Choppadandi MLA Medipalli Satyam near Pudur in Jagtial district. He was shifted for advanced treatment but succumbed.

Adivi Sesh, known for intense action roles, says he never imagined performing a full-fledged dance number until Dacoit pushed him creatively. Featuring Mrunal Thakur, the song marks a major first for the actor in a film that blends action, drama and romance.

Delhi woke to thick fog and smog on Tuesday, with AQI levels around 337 and several hotspots breaching 360. Most monitoring stations reported ‘very poor’ air quality, while forecasts warn pollution will remain high through the week despite marginal day-to-day fluctuations.