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A powerful explosion shook Tehran on Sunday, sending smoke billowing across the city. The Israeli military claimed responsibility, stating it was targeting the "heart" of the Iranian capital.
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Deepak Gupta, a mechanical engineer and veteran of the energy sector, has taken over as chairman and managing director of GAIL (India) Limited. He has overseen landmark projects including the Dabhol breakwater and the Dangote Refinery in Nigeria.
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A 58-year-old farmer died by suicide on the outskirts of Bekkal village in Dhoolmitta mandal, Siddipet district. Family members discovered him missing on Sunday morning and later found him hanging from a tree.
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Six people were killed and several injured in Karachi during clashes outside the US Consulate following the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Police used tear gas and warning shots to disperse protesters amid stone-throwing and unrest
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Protests near the US Consulate in Karachi turned violent after Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in US-Israel airstrikes. Demonstrators clashed with police, causing property damage, injuries, and traffic disruptions, prompting law enforcement to use tear gas and baton charges
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation for Puducherry projects worth ₹2,700 crore, spanning roads, urban mobility, healthcare, education, industrial estates, and water supply, aiming to boost infrastructure, economic growth, and ease of living across the Union Territory
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Mancherial police have arrested 12 members of an inter-state gang for circulating counterfeit Rs 500 notes in Luxettipet. Fake currency worth Rs 5.98 lakh, mobile phones and cars were seized.
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Chennai Super Kings (CSK) unveiled their IPL 2026 jersey, featuring bold front stripes and five stars for their titles. MS Dhoni returned to camp, while the squad sees Sanju Samson joining, Jadeja and Curran traded, and young talents added
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao led a 2-km Musi Dandi March in Hyder Shah Kote, expressing solidarity with residents of Gandhamguda, Shivaram Colony, Dream Homes and other colonies facing displacement due to the Gandhi Sarovar project.
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Singer Arijit Singh released his first post-retirement song, "Raina", composed by Shekhar Ravjiani with lyrics by Priya Saraiya. Singh had earlier announced retirement from playback singing, thanking fans for their support and ending new assignments as a vocalist
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A massive blast at SBL Energy Limited explosives factory in Nagpur, Maharashtra, killed 17 and injured 18. PMO announced ex-gratia relief, while rescue operations continue. Authorities, including NDRF and PESO teams, are investigating the cause of the tragedy
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Hockey India has announced a 20-member squad for the FIH Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026 Qualifiers, to be held in Hyderabad from 8–14 March. India, led by captain Salima Tete, will face Uruguay, Scotland, and Wales in Pool B.
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Thousands protested across Kashmir, including Srinagar, condemning the US-Israel strike that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Shia-majority areas held peaceful marches, religious leaders expressed solidarity with Iranians, and a complete strike was called by local Muslim organizations
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Lac-made ‘gulal gota,’ traditional Holi colour shells from Jaipur, are seeing rising demand nationally and internationally. Social media reels have revived this royal-era craft, boosting artisan income, increasing production, and attracting younger generations to preserve the centuries-old festive tradition
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A blast at Surya Sri Fire Works in Vetlapalem, Andhra Pradesh, killed 21 people, including owner Adabala Srinivas. Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan blamed safety violations, vowing stricter enforcement as the government covers treatment for injured workers
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Indian badminton player Shaina Manimuthu produced a spirited comeback at the YONEX Dutch Junior International 2026, defeating Thailand’s third-seeded Pimchanok Sutthiviriyakul in a three-game thriller.
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Ahead of the 2026 Tamil Nadu polls, V. K. Sasikala launched Amma Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (ADMK), invoking J. Jayalalithaa’s legacy, challenging T. T. V. Dhinakaran and reshaping the state’s fragmented “Amma” political landscape
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Following Sri Lanka’s Super 8 exit at the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, head coach Sanath Jayasuriya announced he will step down, citing inconsistency despite recent ODI and Test successes during his tenure
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India’s digital payments platform Unified Payments Interface recorded 27% annual growth in February transaction volumes, reaching 20.39 billion, as per National Payments Corporation of India data, strengthening its global expansion and dominance over cash transactions domestically
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Inmates of a BC welfare hostel in Mancherial staged a sit-in protest alleging poor food supply and lack of proper facilities. They accused the warden of forcing them to cook their own meals. Officials admitted lapses and promised action
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The death of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei triggers a complex succession process led by the Assembly of Experts, with potential interim leadership and speculation over contenders, including his son, amid heightened regional tensions and political uncertainty
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A major fire broke out late Saturday night at Rohith Automobiles and Spare Parts warehouse in Shankarpally, Hyderabad. Fire tenders rushed to the spot and managed to bring the blaze under control.
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Rising Israel-Iran tensions may pressure Indian markets as crude prices climb on Strait of Hormuz concerns. Analysts warn inflation risks if oil tops $80, while energy and defence stocks could gain. Nifty 50 signals weakness amid volatility and geopolitical uncertainty
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US President Donald Trump ordered sweeping strikes on Iran after failed nuclear diplomacy and intelligence assessments, despite doubts about an imminent threat. Backed by regional allies including Mohammed bin Salman, Washington pursued military escalation to curb Tehran’s enrichment ambitions
