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Ramp construction at the Moula Ali hilltop shrine in Malkajgiri is nearing completion. Once finished, devotees will be able to reach the shrine by vehicle, providing major relief to elderly visitors and women who struggle with the steep climb.
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AWCS, in collaboration with HCL Foundation’s Harit, will organise a 2K run at Sanjeevaiah Park on January 3 to raise awareness against Chinese manja, which harms birds. Registration is free, and citizens are urged to participate in large numbers.
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The India Meteorological Department has withdrawn the cold wave alert for Telangana. Minimum temperatures are expected to rise by 2–3°C, stabilising above 10°C in most districts, while Hyderabad will see lows of 12–14°C. Fog may persist in early mornings.
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A 17-year-old girl from an Odisha migrant family allegedly died by suicide by jumping from Prakash Nagar bridge over the Manair River in Khammam. Locals found the body, and police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
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Four devotees from Godavarikhani were injured when their autorickshaw overturned on Kondagattu Ghat Road due to brake failure. Locals rushed them to Jagtial Government Hospital, and police arrived at the spot to investigate the incident.
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A gas cylinder explosion inside a Maruti Omni van caused a fire near Annojiguda in Ghatkesar on Friday. The vehicle crashed into a petrol bunk, but quick action by staff prevented a major disaster. No injuries were reported.
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BRS working president K T Rama Rao launched Singidi Collective, a Hyderabad-based sustainable fashion brand that blends Telangana’s handloom traditions with modern design. Using natural dyes and organic cotton, the brand aims to promote eco-friendly fashion and support local weavers.
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Doctors at Medicover Hospitals, Hitec City, successfully performed a high-risk living donor liver transplant on a 43-year-old Somali patient with advanced liver disease. Despite critical complications, the patient showed steady recovery through multidisciplinary care and rehabilitation.
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Actor-producer Lakshmi Manchu reflects on the most meaningful moments of her life in the 21st century, highlighting motherhood, creative independence, social impact and personal growth, while speaking about how the entertainment industry and her definition of success have evolved.
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The East Hyderabad Half Marathon 2025 will be held at Vanasathli Hills, Nagole, on December 28. Organised by L B Nagar Runners with Kamineni Hospitals, the event will see nearly 2,000 runners competing across four race categories.
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Road widening work has picked up for the proposed 18-km elevated corridor from Gymkhana Grounds to Shamirpet ORR. The Rs 3,700-crore HMDA project will impact over 1,100 properties and several playgrounds.
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A global consortium has launched a digital innovation programme at ICRISAT to combat the Red Palm Weevil. Scientists will use sensors, drones and data models to detect infestations early and protect date palms and livelihoods.
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In 2025, magicpin led food delivery in Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, adding over 6 lakh student and corporate users via its Inner Circle programme. The platform on-boarded 80,000+ merchants, scaled magicNOW quick delivery, and reported biryani as the top dish
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Cambodian officials accused Thai F-16s of dropping 40 bombs on border villages in Banteay Meanchey, damaging homes and infrastructure. Clashes follow long-standing territorial disputes, while US Secretary Rubio urged full implementation of the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords to restore stability
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Some H-1B visa applicants are receiving approvals after strict social media vetting by US consulates in Hyderabad and Chennai. Applicants report being asked to submit public social media handles, with cases briefly marked refused before being approved and issued.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy announced a near-future meeting with former US President Trump to discuss ending the Russia-Ukraine war. Talks continue amid Russian demands and Ukrainian counteroffers, while both sides conduct military strikes, including attacks on Russian refineries and drone assaults
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A chicken shop owner was killed in a knife attack following an old rivalry in Rajiv Colony of Tandur town in Vikarabad district. The victim, Noor Ahmed, died while being shifted to Hyderabad for treatment.
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PSPB stamped their authority at the AAI 52nd Institutional Table Tennis Championship in Indore, winning both men’s and women’s team titles. The men beat RSPB 3–0, while the women outplayed RBI by the same margin.
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Housing sales in India’s seven major cities fell 14% in 2025 to 3.96 lakh units due to high prices and IT-sector layoffs, though total sales value rose 6% to Rs 6 lakh crore. Chennai saw growth; other cities declined
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In Kanpur, four private school staff, including the director and principal, have been booked for allegedly mentally harassing an eight-year-old boy over a stolen pen accusation. The child displayed distress, writing “Help” at home; police are investigating
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The Telangana government finalized the boundaries of 300 GHMC wards on December 25, completing the merger of 27 Urban Local Bodies. Zonal Commissioners assumed charge of 12 zones, 60 circles, and 300 wards to oversee administration and GHMC orders
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A study by LV Prasad Eye Institute highlights rising antimicrobial resistance in post-cataract infections, with aggressive Gram-negative bacteria resisting standard antibiotics. Nearly 8% of cases are multidrug-resistant, forcing use of last-resort drugs like Colistin, yet vision recovery remains poor
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Congress leaders in Telangana attribute poor Gram Panchayat election results to internal feuds and nepotism, while local functionaries cite public dissatisfaction and lack of development funds. Allegations of sabotage by party insiders remain contested amid growing grassroots discontent
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President Droupadi Murmu presented the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar to 20 children from 18 states, recognising achievements in art, sports, culture, and innovation. The event coincided with Veer Bal Diwas, honouring the courage of Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s sons
