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A man from Agganur village narrowly escaped drowning after being swept away in the swollen Kagina River near Veereshittipalli bridge in Vikarabad. Quick-thinking villagers rescued him using ropes and rushed him to hospital, where he was declared out of danger.

Telangana edged Rajasthan 1–0 in the Sub-junior National Football Championship at Narainpur, Chhattisgarh, with Stolzer Kamson netting the winning goal in the 50th minute to secure an important victory for the Telangana side.

Ram Gopal Varma, ahead of the rerelease of his iconic film Siva, said many big-budget pan-India films today prioritise production values over realism and narrative depth. He contrasted them with Siva, which he said remains timeless for its relatable characters and authenticity.

A young couple from Manchal mandal died by suicide in separate incidents, sparking grief across two villages. The woman’s family blamed her partner for her death, prompting a protest at the local police station. Police have launched an investigation.

Telugu Titans advanced to Qualifier 2 of PKL Season 12 with a commanding 46–39 win over Patna Pirates, ending their eight-match winning run. The Titans now face Puneri Paltan for a spot in the final against Dabang Delhi K.C.

Train services and daily life in Mahabubabad district were disrupted due to heavy cyclonic rains on Wednesday. Several trains, including Golconda and Krishna Express, were halted, while authorities declared a holiday for all educational institutions as waterlogging affected low-lying areas.

The IMD has warned that remnants of Cyclone Montha are moving toward North Telangana, bringing the risk of heavy rain, gusty winds, and flash floods. Districts along the Godavari basin, including Bhadrachalam and Khammam, are expected to be the worst affected.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao will begin a nine-day campaign in Jubilee Hills from October 31, covering key areas through roadshows before concluding with a grand bike rally from Shaikpet to Borabanda on November 9.

SBI Mutual Fund has invested Rs 100 crore in Lenskart ahead of its Rs 7,278-crore IPO opening October 31. The pre-IPO deal slightly reduces promoter Neha Bansal’s stake, adding to recent investments as the eyewear firm prepares for a November 10 market debut

ABVP activists tried to storm the residence of Minister Ponnam Prabhakar in Karimnagar, protesting the delay in fee reimbursement. Police foiled the attempt, detained the protesters, and blocked access with barricades amid growing student anger over pending funds.

SEBI has proposed significant reforms to mutual fund cost structures, including steep caps on brokerage fees, clearer TER disclosures separating taxes, optional performance-linked fees, and shifting NFO expenses to AMCs, aiming to boost transparency and investor benefits

A cyclone-triggered downpour paralysed traffic across Hyderabad, particularly in the IT corridor, stranding commuters for hours. Metro stations and major roads witnessed heavy congestion, while HMWSSB and GHMC teams worked to clear waterlogging and restore normal traffic movement.

A 68-year-old Indian-origin businessman, Darshan Singh Sahsi, was fatally shot outside his home in Abbotsford, Canada. Investigators describe the incident as a “targeted killing”. No arrests have been made yet 

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar launched the department’s official WhatsApp Channel to share real-time alerts, safety advisories, and traffic updates with residents. The initiative aims to enhance public communication and ensure verified information reaches citizens directly.

Israeli strikes overnight in the Gaza Strip killed at least 60 people, including many children, local hospital officials said. The attacks followed orders from Benjamin Netanyahu to carry out “powerful strikes” after a reported ceasefire breach 

Elon Musk said his new AI-based encyclopedia, Grokipedia, will surpass Wikipedia in accuracy and depth. Developed by xAI, the platform aims to eliminate human bias and currently hosts nearly 8.8 lakh articles, with content verified by Musk’s chatbot Grok.

Cyclone Montha brought heavy rains across Telangana on Wednesday, prompting red alerts in Bhupalpally, Mulugu, Mahabubabad, and Peddapalli districts. Several other regions remain on high alert as Sangareddy and surrounding areas recorded intense rainfall, disrupting normal life and triggering flood concerns.

President Droupadi Murmu flew a Rafale fighter jet at Ambala Air Force Station, receiving a ceremonial welcome. The sortie follows her earlier Sukhoi-30 MKI flight, highlighting the IAF’s capabilities and Rafale jets’ role in recent anti-terror operations

The Tennis Premier League (TPL) has announced the 2025 edition of its Race to Gold Masters, a grassroots competition across Delhi, Ahmedabad, and Mumbai to identify young tennis talent. Winners will receive scholarships and recognition during TPL Season 7 in Ahmedabad.

Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath urged people to seek immediate medical help during a stroke, stressing the importance of the 4.5-hour ‘Golden Hour’. Sharing his personal experience on World Stroke Day, he highlighted the rising incidence among people under 50.

The rupee traded in a narrow range against the US dollar on Wednesday as support from firm domestic equities was offset by month-end demand. Traders said RBI interventions and global central bank meetings kept the currency’s movement range-bound.

A 24-year-old Muzaffarnagar man working in Riyadh allegedly died by suicide during a video call with his wife after an argument. His family is coordinating with the Indian Embassy to bring his body home as police investigate the circumstances

Two workers were injured when a boiler exploded at Kanakadurga Rice Mill in Peddapalli district’s Katnapally village on Wednesday. The blast damaged godowns, machinery, and stock worth around ₹2 crore. Police and revenue officials inspected the site.

Australia stormed into the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup semifinals unbeaten, showcasing dominant performances with record chases and standout individual displays from Alyssa Healy, Ashleigh Gardner, Annabel Sutherland, and Alana King. Their resilience and depth reaffirmed their tag as tournament favourites.