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Karnataka Police have arrested two persons in connection with the suicide of a Karwar-based doctor, allegedly triggered by a viral video accusing him of selling expired medicines, which led to public criticism and severe mental distress
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The Centre for Dalit Studies will organise a two-day Constitution Conclave in Hyderabad from Sunday to mark 75 years of the Indian Constitution. The event will focus on social justice and marginalised communities and feature senior administrators and scholars.
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A 39-year-old farmer died after being electrocuted while fixing a transformer in Jangaon district. The incident allegedly occurred due to negligence by power utility staff, who switched on the supply while the farmer was replacing a fuse wire.
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Indian intelligence agencies have flagged attempts by Lashkar-e-Taiba to revive its operations through deceptive tactics, including fake recruitment drives and exaggerated propaganda, while officials say the terror outfit lacks the capacity to carry out large-scale attacks at present
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Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu sparked controversy at Davos after mistakenly claiming that investment commitments worth Rs 23 lakh crore would generate “23 lakh crore jobs.” Though he quickly corrected himself to “23 lakh jobs,” the slip went viral online.
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For Republic Day 2026, traffic restrictions will be in place around Secunderabad Parade Ground from 7 am to 12 noon. Citizens are advised to avoid key roads, follow diversion routes, and use Metro Rail. Malkajgiri Police helpline: 8712662999.
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Glukem Biocare Private Limited, Hyderabad, has adopted two mugger crocodiles at Nehru Zoological Park for a year as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. The zoo, which houses four species of crocodiles, continues to encourage public participation in its animal adoption scheme.
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A spate of burglaries hit Hyderabad suburbs during Sankranti, targeting homes in Ghatkesar, Narapally, and other areas. Residents, including police constables, demanded intensified night patrols, while authorities review CCTV footage and register FIRs for all reported incidents.
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A male tiger, around 10 years old, attacked calves in Ibrahimpur village, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri. Forest Department teams are monitoring camera traps, analyzing tiger scat, and urging villagers to report any sightings as the tiger moves from Peddapalli and Siddipet.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India is entering trade and mobility agreements with several countries to create new opportunities for youth, as he distributed 61,000 appointment letters at the 18th Rozgar Mela held across 45 locations nationwide
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The BRS on Saturday countered Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka’s claims on the Naini coal block tender controversy, saying the cancellation of tenders itself proved a major scam. Former Minister T Harish Rao sought an impartial probe into the matter
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ISRO chairman V Narayanan said the space agency is preparing multiple satellite launches in 2026 and working on major missions, including human spaceflight and lunar exploration, while scientists continue to analyse the anomaly observed during the PSLV-C62 mission
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The CBSE has made the appointment of socio-emotional and career counsellors mandatory in all affiliated schools by amending its affiliation bye-laws, following a PIL highlighting rising mental health challenges and the need for structured career guidance for students
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Cyberabad Police rescued 337 children and apprehended 55 offenders during a week-long women and child safety drive. The She Teams conducted decoy operations, acted on complaints, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit registered 119 cases under juvenile and child labour laws.
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Nobel laureate Amartya Sen has raised concerns over the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in West Bengal, warning that the hurried process could exclude genuine voters and weaken democratic participation ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections
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Marble cleaning and polishing works at Hyderabad’s Birla Mandir are nearing completion ahead of its golden jubilee celebrations. Temple authorities said all major works will be completed by early February, with three-day celebrations planned from February 24 to 26
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A fire at a furniture shop in Nampally caused heavy traffic disruptions on Saturday. Hyderabad Traffic Police and District Collector Harichandana Dasari advised commuters to use alternate routes and visitors to postpone their trip to the Numaish exhibition.
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Chief Justice of India Surya Kant urged High Courts to be proactive in addressing failures in the rule of law and stressed that delayed justice destroys trust. He called for greater use of mediation and said High Courts must remain accessible centres of constitutional remedy
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Delhi Police have arrested eight people, including a priest, in a Rs 14 crore digital arrest fraud case involving an elderly NRI couple. The accused were held from three states and the racket had links to operators based in Cambodia and Nepal
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Over 70 fugitives wanted by India were traced abroad in 2024-25, the highest in over a decade, according to an official report. During the same period, 203 foreign fugitives were detected in India, with the CBI playing a key role through Interpol
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A 70-foot-long steel bridge weighing over 10 tonnes was stolen overnight in Chhattisgarh’s Korba city. Police have identified 15 accused and arrested five, while efforts are on to trace the remaining suspects involved in selling the structure as scrap
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Tribal welfare officials have begun an inquiry into the death of a Class IX student at Rajuguda village in Mancherial district. Officials visited the girl’s house and questioned her parents, who said she had no illness and died after returning from school.
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A major fire broke out at a furniture showroom in Hyderabad’s Nampally area on Saturday, triggering panic and large-scale rescue operations. Firefighters deployed multiple engines as thick smoke engulfed the locality. Authorities are yet to confirm casualties.
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OpenAI plans to introduce advertising on free and low-cost versions of ChatGPT in the US, while exempting paid users. Though the company promises safeguards, experts warn ad-driven AI could blur the line between assistance and persuasion.