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The Union Home Ministry has asked states to monitor pro-Iran radical preachers and extremist social media activity after the Israel-US strike on Iran. States have been directed to heighten vigilance and increase security at US and Israel diplomatic missions
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Hockey India has opened ticket sales for the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers in Hyderabad from March 8 to 14. Tickets start at Rs 25. India will compete with seven nations for three World Cup spots.
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A speeding car rammed into a DCM truck on the Bairamalguda flyover in LB Nagar and caught fire past midnight. One person was seriously injured. Police suspect drunk driving and have registered a case
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Mild tension prevailed in Hyderabad during Rahul Gandhi’s visit as police detained leaders of unemployed student unions early Monday morning. Students alleged illegal detentions without notice, while security was tightened across several parts of the city.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao alleged illegal sand mining at Annaram Barrage and termed it a conspiracy to weaken the Kaleshwaram project. He sought criminal action and held the Congress government responsible for any damage to the barrages.
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Iran has ruled out negotiations with the United States amid rising Middle East tensions. Ali Larijani denied reports of backchannel talks, while Tehran condemned US-Israel strikes that reportedly killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and vowed strong retaliation.
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Indian equity markets opened sharply lower as escalating tensions involving the US, Israel and Iran triggered global risk-off sentiment. Sensex and Nifty fell over 1 per cent, while crude oil surged and Asian markets traded in the red amid war concerns.
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Afghanistan’s Defence Ministry claimed it conducted coordinated airstrikes on key Pakistani military installations in response to alleged incursions, warning of further retaliation as cross-border tensions escalated and the Taliban reported casualties among Pakistani forces
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Exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi described the reported killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei as a turning point, thanked US President Donald Trump for ordering strikes, and outlined a transition roadmap aimed at establishing a democratic Iran.
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A 24-year-old man was arrested in Gachibowli after allegedly driving under the influence, hitting a vehicle and ramming a traffic constable who jumped onto the bonnet to avoid injury. Two cases were registered.
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The Taliban–Pakistan rupture is more than a bilateral dispute; it signals a post-2021 geopolitics shift in South Asia
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A key risk arising from the current political vacuum in Iran is that the militant Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps may take over
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Telangana defeated Andhra Pradesh 5-3 while Kerala finished third
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Sree Shaunak Chanda of Hyderabad won the 11th One-day rapid prize money chess tournament at RACE Chess Academy with a perfect six out of six score. C Karthik Sai and Mehta Jwalin finished second and third respectively
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The Rugby Association of Telangana held its Annual General Body Meeting in Hyderabad, reviewing past activities and future plans. President Dr Narendra Ram outlined a one-year development roadmap focusing on grassroots programmes, player welfare, and increased participation in State and national competitions
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The Bindass Women Run 2026 was held at Jalavihar Water Park in Hyderabad with enthusiastic participation from women across age groups. The walkathon aimed to promote health awareness, women’s welfare and social empowerment with support from community organisations
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PV Sindhu said she is safe after being stranded in Dubai while travelling to the United Kingdom for the All England Championships. In a video message, she described the situation as frightening and thanked authorities and supporters for their help
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Sikandar Raza produced a fine all-round display with 73 and key wickets, but South Africa held their nerve to beat Zimbabwe by five wickets in New Delhi, carrying their unbeaten run into the T20 World Cup semifinal against New Zealand
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Alyssa Healy signed off from ODI cricket in style with a brilliant 158 as Australia crushed India by 185 runs in Hobart to complete a 3-0 series sweep, posting 409 before bowling India out for 224
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Sanju Samson silenced critics with a brilliant unbeaten 97 as India chased down West Indies’ 195 to secure a five-wicket win at Eden Gardens, earning a place in the T20 World Cup semifinals against England
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A CPD-2026 programme was organised in Mancherial by TGMC, IMA and HRDA to update doctors on latest medical practices and ethics. Experts discussed ways to curb quackery and improve patient care. Officials also introduced an online credit system
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Rice millers in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district have come under scrutiny for submitting fake bank guarantees in custom rice milling operations. Officials said several millers were misleading authorities to cover defaults, prompting plans for raids and strict action
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Tension prevailed in Khammam after families displaced from Velugumatla staged a protest on Wyra Road following police action against a hunger strike. Several women were injured in the melee. BJP leader N Ramachander Rao later met the affected families
