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Bandlaguda police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly cheating people by posing as the owner of a rented house and using forged documents to secure loans. Four accomplices involved in the fraud are absconding, police said.
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BRS MLAs urged the Congress government to expedite allotment of double bedroom houses, citing delays, thefts and lack of infrastructure. The government said funds allocated to take up pending works and promised to address issues.
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Akashvani will begin broadcasting the full six-stanza version of Vande Mataram from March 26, replacing the shorter rendition. The move follows new government guidelines aimed at standardising the national song’s performance at official events and enhancing its cultural representation
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The Middle East crisis is increasing manufacturing costs for medical devices in India, with raw material prices rising sharply. Industry bodies warn that prolonged disruptions could lead to shortages and higher prices for patients unless government relief measures are introduced.
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Security forces dismantled illegal bunkers in Manipur’s Ukhrul district after fresh clashes between communities left three injured. Joint operations and increased security measures are underway as authorities attempt to control violence and maintain stability across affected areas
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The University of Hyderabad (UoH) has once again secured a strong position in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, with seven disciplines achieving global recognition. India overall has 529 programmes ranked across 99 institutions, reflecting the country’s growing academic influence.
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RFCL in Peddapalli has been shut down following ammonia pipeline leakages, halting production and raising concerns over urea supply during the Yasangi season. Officials said it may take a week to resume operations after fixing technical issues.
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Panic bookings of LPG cylinders by households have disrupted the distribution network, delaying deliveries by five to seven days in Telangana. The Federation of LPG Distributors of India said the surge in bookings, not fuel shortage, caused the backlog.
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A remark on Ippa Sara by a BJP MLA sparked a heated clash between Congress and BJP in the Telangana Assembly, leading to protests, repeated interventions by the Chair and disruption of proceedings, delaying discussions on key public issues.
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IIT Hyderabad has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 395th rank in the QS World University Rankings 2026, a sharp rise from its 501–550 band position last year.
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Jawaharnagar police arrested a man and his minor wife for allegedly murdering the woman’s mother in May 2025 after she opposed their relationship. The accused buried the body inside their house. Skeletal remains were later exhumed during investigation.
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Rumours of a petrol and diesel shortage triggered panic buying across the erstwhile Medak district, leading to long queues and empty fuel stations. Social media posts showing queues worsened the rush.
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AIADMK released its first list of 23 candidates for the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections, renominating party chief K Palaniswami from Edappadi and fielding several senior leaders, while finalising seat-sharing arrangements within the NDA alliance
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The Telangana Bharat Petroleum Dealers Association (TBPDA) has clarified that there is no disruption in fuel supply across the state, dismissing rumours of a shortage. The association warned against storing fuel in plastic cans due to fire hazards.
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Chhattisgarh Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma said Bastar has largely emerged from red terror, with plans to convert 400 security camps into public facilities. The move follows major Maoist surrenders and ongoing efforts to eliminate Naxalism by March 31
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The family of Head Constable Nallala Laxmirajam from Korutla police station donated his organs under the State-run Jeevandan initiative after he was declared brain dead in a Hyderabad hospital. Two kidneys were retrieved and allocated to needy patients.
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The DMK has finalised its seat-sharing arrangement with allies in the Secular Progressive Alliance, allocating 66 seats while planning to contest at least 165 constituencies, as the alliance prepares for the upcoming Tamil Nadu Assembly elections
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The Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy assured the public that Hyderabad and Telangana have sufficient petroleum and diesel stocks for the next three months. Officials confirmed that all 596 fuel stations in Hyderabad are operational, with control rooms monitoring round-the-clock.
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YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy expressed support for the Centre’s proposed amendments to the Women’s Reservation Act, aimed at implementing 33 per cent reservation for women in Assemblies and Lok Sabha by 2029
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The Congress government admitted in the Assembly that only 16,978 jobs were filled through its notifications since it came to power, contradicting claims of 60,000 recruitments. It also acknowledged delays in issuing new job notifications due to legal issues
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The Supreme Court refused to entertain a plea against the MHA circular on singing Vande Mataram, stating it is not mandatory. The court said there are no penal consequences and termed concerns over discrimination as premature
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The Central Consumer Protection Authority has directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges such as LPG charges, gas surcharge or fuel cost recovery by default in bills. Consumers can report violations through the National Consumer Helpline or e-Jagriti portal.
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The government introduced the FCRA Amendment Bill in the Lok Sabha, aiming to ensure transparency in foreign funding and curb misuse. The opposition criticised the bill as dangerous, while the government defended it as necessary to prevent forced religious conversion
