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Haj pilgrims in Telangana are yet to receive the Rs 10,000 additional airfare assistance promised by the State government, AIMIM MLA Akbaruddin Owaisi said in the Assembly. The government also proposed a new Haj House at Mamidipally for Rs 86.50 crore.
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Nepal will require an estimated NPR 723.315 billion for reconstruction and recovery after deadly floods devastated infrastructure across five districts. The RDNA report estimates major requirements for energy, transport, social infrastructure, productive sectors and disaster risk reduction
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Punjab and Sunrisers Hyderabad batter Salil Arora is targeting strong performances in the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy and IPL as he pursues his dream of playing for India. The 23-year-old impressed in domestic cricket and IPL 2026
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Mirchowk Police arrested a 25-year-old man for allegedly cheating a Telangana State Assembly gardener of Rs 10,000 by showing a fake digital payment screenshot at an ATM centre in Chatta Bazaar. Police seized Rs 4,000 cash and mobile phones.
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The Eagle Force and Nizamabad Rural Police busted an interstate Alprazolam trafficking network operating across Telangana, Rajasthan and Maharashtra. Officials seized 1.087 kg of the drug, cash, vehicles and phones, while tracing assets allegedly acquired from drug proceeds.
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The trailer of “Waiting Hai” introduces a high-stakes face-off between Divyenndu and Bhuvan Arora. Set in Patna, the series follows a railway constable and a tech whiz as a clever hack triggers a scam that quickly spirals out of control
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With three days left for Ganesh Chaturthi, Hyderabad RWAs are preparing eco-friendly celebrations, strengthening pandals ahead of rains and shifting festivities to apartment cellars where needed. Communities have also decided to keep devotional music at low volume and end it by 10 pm.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi will welcome leaders of the expanded BRICS bloc as India hosts the 18th BRICS Leaders’ Summit in New Delhi this weekend. Leaders of 11 member-countries will meet on Saturday, followed by partner nations and invitees.
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Nani-starrer “The Paradise”, directed by Srikanth Odela, has wrapped up shooting, according to industry sources. The action entertainer, produced by Sudhakar Cherukuri, is scheduled for a September 24 release, with premieres planned for September 23
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Nepal will require an estimated NPR 723.315 billion ($4.74 billion) for reconstruction and recovery following devastating floods in Rasuwa and other districts. A government assessment highlights extensive damage to hydropower projects, roads, bridges, homes, businesses and agricultural land.
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Aaron George and Sai Pragnay Reddy scored centuries as the HCA Senior Men’s Multi-Day Super League produced a series of notable performances on Thursday. The day also featured big knocks and impressive bowling efforts across men’s, women’s and school-level competitions
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A Delhi court on Thursday ordered framing of money laundering charges against Lalu Prasad Yadav, Rabri Devi, Tejashwi Prasad Yadav and six others in the alleged IRCTC scam case. The court also discharged seven accused while rejecting claims of political vendetta
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The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre on a PIL seeking safeguards for minors accessing social media. The plea seeks parental consent and identity verification, arguing that children face risks including exploitation, grooming, cyberbullying, data misuse and exposure to inappropriate content
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Students of Government Polytechnic Ramanthapur staged a protest against GO MS 97, demanding that polytechnics not be merged with Young India Skills University. They raised concerns over fee hikes, lateral entry and the future of government polytechnic education.
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Mohammed Shami said his motivation has not dipped despite being away from India duty since March 2025. After helping East Zone win the Duleep Trophy, the veteran pacer said he remains focused on improving and contributing at every opportunity
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RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra and Sebi Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey launched India’s first tokenised corporate bond pilot at Global Fintech Fest 2026. The initiative combines CBDC and blockchain technology and could eventually cover equities, mutual funds and other assets.
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Sunidhi Chauhan will perform live in Hyderabad on October 17 at HITEX Exhibition Centre as part of her ‘I Am Home India Tour’. With over 2,500 songs and 50 million records sold worldwide, she is set to deliver a high-energy show featuring her popular hits.
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Union Minister K Rammohan Naidu on Thursday flagged off Fly91’s inaugural Tirupati-Vijayawada flight, as the airline launched direct services to Hyderabad and Rajahmundry. The expansion takes Fly91’s network to 13 destinations and strengthens regional air connectivity
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Hyderabad Traffic Police are stepping up preparations for Ganesh festival and immersion processions, with plans for traffic diversions, route inspections, drone surveillance and crowd management. Officials have also been directed to complete road repairs and arrange barricades, parking and signage.
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Social media users are embracing an AI trend that transforms selfies into retro 1980s‑style portraits, with celebrities and politicians joining in to showcase bold fashion, hairstyles and vintage glamour.
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Founded by BITS Pilani Hyderabad students, Beijan Tech is developing autonomous defence technologies for the Indian Armed Forces. Its systems include GPS-denied UAV navigation, autonomous artillery positioning and swarm-control software, with its navigation module receiving LOIs from eight military units.
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Farmers across the erstwhile Adilabad district celebrated Polala festival by washing, decorating and worshipping bullocks. They offered naivedyam to the animals, acknowledged their contribution to agriculture and gave them a day’s rest, while processions and cultural programmes added to festivities
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The Centre has amended the E-Commerce Rules to strengthen consumer protection, regulate search results and sponsored listings, address dark patterns and improve seller disclosures. The new rules will take effect from January 1, 2027, with greater accountability for e-commerce platforms.
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CSIR-IICT Chief Scientist Dr S Venkata Mohan, currently Director of CSIR-NEERI, has been elected a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy. He was recognised for his contributions to environmental engineering, biotechnology and sustainability, including resource recovery and circular systems.
