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TG-iPASS, Telangana’s single-window portal for industrial clearances, has been disrupted since October 22 following a suspected ransomware attack. Investigators are examining the affected server to determine whether data was stolen, while officials say backups are available and restoration efforts are underway.

Devdutt Padikkal scored 199 as India A recovered from deficit to reach 488/8 on Day 3 against New Zealand A. Sai Sudharsan made 91, Yash Rathod 66, and Washington Sundar remained unbeaten on 51, extending the lead to 284 runs.

Hyderabad and surrounding areas experienced cooler nights, with Patancheru recording 14.8 degrees Celsius, according to TSDPS data. Clear skies and northerly winds have contributed to the chill, while an approaching Bay of Bengal weather system could change conditions later this week.

Sai Pallavi said she approached the role of Maa Sita in the upcoming epic ‘Ramayana’ with prayer, surrender and an open mind. Speaking on ‘Kaun Banega Crorepati’, she explained how she hoped to gain wisdom from the character.

Residents of Gundi village in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district began a cycle rally to Hyderabad on Monday, demanding completion of a bridge sanctioned in 2007. They say the unfinished structure leaves villagers isolated during monsoon and hampers access to essential services.

The Telangana government has initiated arrangements to repatriate Avilala Sudarshan Goud, who was killed in a Russian missile strike in Ukraine on September 1. His remains are expected to reach Hyderabad on October 31 after a journey via Poland and Amsterdam.

A Sultanpur MP-MLA court acquitted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in a defamation case over his 2018 remarks against then BJP president Amit Shah. BJP leader Vijay Mishra filed the complaint in August 2018. Gandhi was present when the verdict was pronounced.

A retired Indian Army captain was arrested in Tamil Nadu’s Vellore for allegedly sharing confidential military equipment information with a woman he met on WhatsApp. Police said the woman claimed to be working on a DRDO project. Investigations are underway

A massive fire gutted around 40 shops at Shiv Market near Jammu Railway Station, causing extensive property damage but no reported casualties. Preliminary investigations suggest a short circuit triggered the blaze, which firefighters brought under control after more than five hours

Singer-composer Adnan Sami shared a glimpse of his Sunday brunch with friends, praising wife Roya Sami Khan for baking bread at home. He also performs across several languages and recently remembered his late mother, Begum Naureen Sami Khan, on her death anniversary.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva on his re-election, expressing confidence in strengthening India-Brazil strategic ties. Lula secured 51.78 per cent of valid votes, defeating Flavio Bolsonaro and winning a fourth presidential term 

Vehicles in Rahul Gandhi’s convoy collided on the Purvanchal Expressway while he was travelling to Sultanpur for a defamation case hearing. The Lok Sabha Opposition Leader was safe, with no major injuries reported, and the convoy soon resumed its journey

Kylian Mbappe reached 100 goals for Real Madrid in his 116th appearance, scoring a brace in El Clasico. The French forward played down the milestone, emphasising team success and expressing confidence that more goals would follow.

A tenant farmer in Telangana’s Suryapet district set fire to his standing crop after inadequate irrigation water and electricity supply caused three of his four leased acres to wither. The incident highlights mounting distress and financial burdens among struggling farmers

Rahul Gandhi is set to appear before a special MP-MLA court in Sultanpur on Monday for the verdict in a defamation case over alleged remarks against Amit Shah during the 2018 Karnataka Assembly election campaign. Security has been strengthened around the court

Ranbir Kapoor said portraying Lord Rama in the upcoming film Ramayana was a profound responsibility. Speaking on Kaun Banega Crorepati, the actor recalled his initial self-doubt and explained how the role deepened his gratitude and understanding of the epic.

India-Israel ties are expected to remain strong regardless of Israel’s election outcome, analyst Alec Pollard said, citing defence and technology cooperation and Narendra Modi’s rapport with Benjamin Netanyahu. Key electoral issues include October 7 security failures, military exemptions and Israel’s international isolation

Kimi Antonelli won the United States Grand Prix ahead of Charles Leclerc and Max Verstappen, strengthening his Formula 1 Drivers' Championship campaign. Lewis Hamilton finished fourth, while Lando Norris missed the podium as tyre wear affected his race.

Sri Lanka repatriated 40 Iranian sailors rescued from a distressed vessel off its southern coast after providing medical care. The operation comes amid scrutiny of Iranian maritime activity following naval incidents and concerns over US secondary sanctions targeting services to sanctioned vessels 

AI chatbots offer support, companionship, and a sense of connection that people often struggle to find with humans. An object that listens to your woes, troubles, thoughts, and secrets without judgment and without fear of them being spread or leaked encourages individuals to be more themselves.

Cyclone Arnab has intensified over the Bay of Bengal and is forecast to become a very severe cyclonic storm by October 27 before crossing Andhra Pradesh on October 28. The IMD warned of heavy rainfall and winds reaching 125 kmph

 Pramoda Devi Wadiyar criticised Mysuru Dussehra 2026 arrangements, alleging poor coordination, police interference and disruption of royal family rituals. She proposed shifting the Sri Chamundeshwari Ammanavaru’s Ambari procession to Rathotsava day and reserving Palace premises for customary ceremonies. 

Saiee M Manjrekar’s look from the period drama ‘The India House’, backed by Ram Charan, has surfaced during filming in Estonia. Her portrayal, featuring a torch and protest-inspired attire, hints at a powerful character set against a pre-independence historical backdrop

Actress Madhoo praised Rashmika Mandanna for confidently embracing her South Indian accent amid criticism. Recalling her own struggles to improve her Hindi early in her career, Madhoo said it took decades to accept her identity, while Javed Akhtar also defended Rashmika