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Chinese President Xi Jinping has departed for India to attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi, his first visit to the country in nearly seven years. Xi and Prime Minister Narendra Modi are expected to hold bilateral talks on the summit’s sidelines
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned the Telangana Police over a sexual harassment case registered against BRS legislators following an Assembly altercation. He also questioned DGP CV Anand over allegations involving Congress leaders and asked Rahul Gandhi for answers
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The Paradise lead actor Nani has described the Telugu action entertainer as the most tiring film of his career. He also dismissed reports of underwater sequences and a fight involving 1,000 people, while director Srikanth Odela revealed its emotional core
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Legendary sprinter P.T. Usha has joined the 80s nostalgia trend on social media, sharing photographs from her illustrious track career. The throwback images recall her Olympic journey, Asian Games triumphs and emergence as a trailblazer in Indian athletics.
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The UN Security Council has called for adapting counter-terrorism strategies to address the growing use of artificial intelligence, drones, satellites and social media by terrorists. The council made the appeal while commemorating the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks
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SBI Research has recommended two 25-basis-point RBI rate hikes by December, citing elevated global oil and commodity prices and early signs of inflation generalisation. It warned consumer inflation could approach 6.5 per cent or higher if oil remains elevated.
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Ameesha Patel’s parents’ Churchgate home was allegedly burgled, with gold and diamond jewellery worth around Rs 5 lakh stolen. Mumbai Police arrested a 40-year-old domestic help from Palghar in connection with the theft. The accused was remanded to police custody.
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Ben Shelton and Alexander Zverev have reached the US Open final after contrasting semi-final victories. Shelton beat Frances Tiafoe in four sets, while Zverev defeated Karen Khachanov in straight sets, setting up a clash between American ambition and German experience
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Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay will meet actor Ajith Kumar and inspect Silverstone circuit during his UK visit. The inspection is expected to provide inputs for the state’s proposed world-class motorsports city and help attract investment in racing and related sectors
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SEBI is likely to issue a consultation paper proposing changes to derivative settlement price calculations under the Closing Auction Session. The move comes amid concerns over expiry-day volatility, unpredictable execution and limited auction participation, according to a report
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The CBI has arrested a CGST superintendent and a consultant in connection with an alleged Rs 1 crore bribery case involving redevelopment of two New Panvel buildings. The accused allegedly demanded money for issuing an NOC and handing over flats
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India will host the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13, bringing together leaders from member and partner countries. Discussions will focus on strengthening BRICS cooperation, global and regional issues, resilience, innovation, sustainability and people-centric development
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CEC Gyanesh Kumar said India's electoral process is among the world's most transparent, with verification at every stage. He urged Booth Level Officers to maintain accurate electoral rolls and encouraged youth to strengthen democratic awareness through Electoral Literacy Clubs and ECINET
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AI startup Anthropic has disclosed attempts by malicious actors to misuse its models for cyberattacks, surveillance, and biological weapons research. The company says it blocked these efforts and strengthened safeguards in its latest models.
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Anthropic, an AI company, blocked users in northern Yemen who were misusing its models to develop advanced missile systems. The accounts, linked to Iran-backed Houthi rebels, were found using smartphones to run weapons programs.
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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, during his visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit, declared that Tehran will not bow to US and Israeli "bullying" and vowed to defend national interests. He accused Washington and Tel Aviv of targeting civilians, stressed Iran’s role as a strategic energy partner, and called for stronger BRICS trade in local currencies after talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
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US President Donald Trump, speaking at a solemn ceremony marking 25 years since the September 11 attacks, vowed that Iran would never be allowed to develop nuclear weapons. He honoured victims, first responders, and military personnel, while senior officials including Pentagon Chief Pete Hegseth and Condoleezza Rice reflected on the tragedy and its enduring impact.
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Telangana Power Employees JAC leaders staged protests at BTPS in Kothagudem and KTPS in Paloncha against the privatisation of coal and ash handling plants at Yadadri Thermal Power Station. The unions accused TGGENCO management of reneging on assurances and finalising tenders for private firms without consultation.
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Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu told the Assembly that the Telangana government had signed 108 MoUs with investors, of which nearly half have already been grounded. He said while not all agreements materialise due to financial and other factors, the government is working to ensure implementation.
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BVRIT, Narsapur, organised the fourth edition of FAILATHON, a 24-hour ideathon exclusively for first-year students, centred on the theme “Come, Let’s Fail & Learn”. The event aimed to instill resilience, innovation, and confidence by encouraging students to learn through failure and experimentation.
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Several BJP MLAs raised concerns in the Assembly over the poor utilisation of IT towers in districts, pointing to lack of employment opportunities and farmers using the premises for drying paddy. IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu admitted that many towers remained under-occupied but also announced that the Adilabad IT tower would be launched shortly.
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Sanjay Singh, a Hyderabad-based golf coach, believes Vishesh Sharma’s Golconda Masters triumph highlights the importance of dedicated training and facilities. With years of coaching experience, Singh hopes to nurture more young talent and produce world-class golfers from Telangana
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A special ACB court in Karimnagar sentenced former Kasipet Tahsildar A Roshaiah to two years’ rigorous imprisonment for demanding and accepting a Rs 10,000 bribe.
