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Telugu actor Aadi Sai Kumar’s upcoming film, directed by Phani Krishna Siriki, has been officially titled Saira Banu. Produced by Razesh Danda under Hasya Movies, the film features Bandhavi Sridhar as the female lead.
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Shreyas Iyer’s half-century guided Punjab Kings to a five-wicket win over Chennai Super Kings in a high-scoring IPL match. Despite Ayush Mhatre’s 73, CSK’s 209 proved insufficient as Punjab chased down the target comfortably
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A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck northern and eastern Afghanistan and western Pakistan late Friday, killing at least eight people. The epicentre was located in the Hindu Kush mountain range at a depth of over 180 kilometres, causing tremors across Kabul, Islamabad, Peshawar, and other regions.
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The Hyderabad Police’s Food Adulteration Surveillance Team (H-FAST) has intensified its vigilance against the sale of chemically ripened mangoes in city markets. Commissioner VC Sajjanar cautioned citizens to avoid fruits with unnatural colour, odour, or taste, as they may be ripened using hazardous chemicals like Calcium Carbide.
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It is time for government to focus on developing regions that have become hostage to violent activities by naxalite groups
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A chlorine gas leak at a filtration plant in Thandla, Jhabua district, caused panic among residents and workers on Friday morning. Nearly 49 people were hospitalised with breathing difficulties and irritation, though all are stable.
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A fire broke out near the Farahabad checkpost in Turkapally beat under Amrabad Tiger Reserve on Friday night, close to the conclusion of the Saleshwaram jathara. Thousands of devotees were returning after visiting the Lord Shiva temple when the blaze erupted about 700 metres from the main road.
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An American aircraft was shot down in Iran on Friday, with one crew member rescued in a joint US-Israeli operation. The Pentagon confirmed receiving notification of the incident but withheld further details. President Donald Trump has been briefed, though no additional information was shared.
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The India Art Festival has opened in Hyderabad at the Jubilee Hills Convention Centre, featuring over 3,000 artworks by nearly 300 artists across 30 galleries. The festival runs until April 5.
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Mancherial MLA K Premsagar Rao warned Congress leadership against encouraging defections, saying it could harm the party’s survival. He urged priority for loyal leaders amid concerns over turncoats dominating party affairs.
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A 31-year-old woman Sarpanch, Durgam Laharika, died by suicide in Masaipet village of Kaddampeddur mandal, Nirmal district, reportedly after a dispute with her husband.
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The Kanchanbagh police in Hyderabad arrested three men, including a 19-year-old youth, for repeatedly stealing gold ornaments from his own house. The trio have been remanded in judicial custody.
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A tense situation unfolded in Polampally village, Chegunta mandal, when Kondi Pradeep, a former Village Revenue Assistant (VRA), climbed a high-tension electricity pole demanding restoration of his job and reversal of government reforms. The incident ended without harm, offering relief to the authorities and villagers.
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A mild earthquake struck parts of northern India, including Delhi, Punjab and Haryana, at 9:46 pm on Friday. Residents in Chandigarh and Zirakpur reported strong jolts lasting a few seconds.
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BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao has challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to substantiate his claims of governance success made during his Kerala campaign. Rao accused the Congress government of failing to deliver on its six guarantees, citing incomplete farm loan waivers, stalled welfare schemes, and inadequate irrigation measures
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Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu has admitted that he pressured the Central government to merge seven Telangana mandals under the Polavaram project into Andhra Pradesh before taking oath in 2014. His statement has reignited political tensions, with the BRS accusing the BJP-led Centre of acting at Naidu’s behest.
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For China’s leadership, the law on ethnic unity marks the culmination of policies aimed at shaping a Han-centric national identity under the Communist Party
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IMT Hyderabad hosted its convocation for the 2024–2026 batch, awarding degrees, medals, and a distinguished achievement award. Transworld chairman Ramesh S Ramakrishnan urged graduates to embrace courage and purpose in leadership.
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A man allegedly killed his five-year-old twin daughters by administering pesticide and dumped their bodies in a well in Karimnagar district. One body was recovered, while search continued for the other. Police have taken the accused into custody
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The Southern Region Sports Meet (SRSM) 2025–26 concluded at NTPC Ramagundam, Telangana, with vibrant participation and spirited competition. Executive Director Chandan Kumar Samanta presided over the closing ceremony, joined by senior officials and dignitaries.
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India commissioned its third nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Aridaman, strengthening its nuclear triad. The induction enhances strategic strike capability amid evolving security challenges, while also highlighting progress in indigenous defence and underwater nuclear capabilities
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Senior politician T Jeevan Reddy launched a scathing attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, criticising his governance and accusing the Congress of failing to deliver on promises. Reddy hinted at a political realignment, with speculation rife that he may join the BRS at a public meeting in Jagtial on April 13.
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The Forum for Good Governance objected to plans for constructing religious structures on the Musi river banks before completing its cleaning. It urged the government to prioritise river rejuvenation, calling the proposal to install a Shiva statue in polluted waters inappropriate
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A senior AITUC leader and technician at Heavy Water Plant in Aswapuram allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Kothagudem district. Police registered a case and began investigation, with initial reports suggesting health issues as the reason
