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Tropical Cyclone Gezani killed at least nine people in Madagascar after hitting the eastern port city of Toamasina with powerful winds. Authorities issued red alerts for flooding and landslides. The storm later weakened to a tropical storm as it moved westward.

A Russian drone destroyed a home in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region, killing a father and his three young children and seriously injuring their pregnant mother. Officials say Russia launched 129 drones overnight, as civilian casualties continue to rise.

Labour Minister Dr G Vivek faced criticism after photographs showed him allegedly canvassing for Congress candidates at polling stations in Chennur during polling. Opposition leaders and social media users accused him of violating the Model Code of Conduct and demanded action

Nine people were killed in a mass shooting at a high school and a nearby home in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia. Police said the suspected shooter died by suicide. Authorities are investigating the motive, while leaders expressed shock and grief.

A Sivaganga DMK councillor has asked sanitation workers to stop using whistles and switch to speakers for garbage collection, citing cleanliness awareness. The move has sparked political speculation due to the whistle being TVK’s election symbol

A vigilance court in Kollam granted statutory bail to former TDB president N Vasu in the Sabarimala gold misappropriation case after the SIT failed to file a charge sheet within the mandatory period, leading to default bail

Mild tension prevailed in Karimnagar’s 28th division after police arrested BRS candidate Kurra Thirupathi for allegedly trying to prevent a Congress candidate from influencing voters. MLA Gangula Kamalakar intervened, leading to Thirupathi’s release and allegations against the Congress party

Dasari Vijay, a Hyderabad-based LIC manager, has photographed over 700 bird species across India. From early macro shots to iconic bird-in-flight images, his journey spans decades, fueled by passion, persistence, and the support of his wife Jyotsna.

A Lancet review warns that the HbA1c test, widely used in India, may give misleading results for diabetes diagnosis. Age-related changes and anemia can inflate readings, though the test remains reliable for monitoring blood sugar trends over three months.

Eernala Raju, a 12-year-old Class VI student from Mallareddypalli, Veenavanka mandal, drowned in a well while plucking Indian jujube fruits on Tuesday evening. Police recovered the body on Wednesday and have registered a case for investigation.

Diagnosed with an intellectual disability, Telangana’s Deepthi Jeevanji turned childhood stigma into triumph. From running barefoot in school to winning international medals, she now aims for Paralympic gold and the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year Award 2025.

Supporters of two Independent candidates clashed at Puranipet polling station on Wednesday over alleged attempts at facilitating fake voting. BRS and MIM activists were also present. The scuffle was eventually pacified, and polling continued smoothly.

Are traffic fines going to be directly debited from your bank account? After CM Revanth Reddy’s remarks, RTA collecting bank details during vehicle registration has raised concerns. Is it optional or preparation for automatic deductions? Here’s what vehicle owners must know.

Tension erupted in Yellareddy and Devarkonda municipalities as BRS leaders accused police of favouring Congress candidates during polling. Former MLA Jajula Surender staged a road protest and was later taken into custody. Minor confrontations were reported in multiple wards.

Two men were booked in Adilabad for distributing cash to voters during polling, violating the model code of conduct. Police seized Rs 6,140 from them following a tip-off. Katipelli Raja Reddy and Mekala Krishna Kumar are under investigation.

Sradha Private School at Pothireddypally junction in Sangareddy was gutted in a fire on Wednesday. Smoke was noticed around 10:30 am, and firefighters rushed to prevent the blaze from spreading. Election holiday ensured no students were inside.

Voting began slowly in Sangareddy and Zaheerabad municipalities, recording around 25 per cent polling by 11 am. Cheriyal and Gaddapotharam reported higher turnout. Minor scuffles broke out in some municipalities, but polling largely proceeded smoothly.

Following the reorganisation of Hyderabad’s civic administration, the GHMC has been divided into 30 circles across six zones, while Cyberabad and Malkajgiri municipal corporations have been allotted 16 and 14 circles respectively, spread across three zones each.

A US lawmaker has introduced legislation to abolish the H-1B visa programme, citing job losses for American workers. The move could impact thousands of Indian professionals and students, who form the largest share of H-1B visa holders.

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Tension gripped parts of Narsapur municipality after BRS workers objected to the alleged distribution of cash by Congress leaders soon after polling began. Heated arguments and scuffles involving BJP and BRS workers prompted police intervention to restore order.

Police came under criticism in Luxettipet after allegedly preventing a BRS polling agent from entering polling stations, citing a party scarf. The agent later staged a sit-in protest, while a video of the incident went viral on social media.

Polling remained sluggish in 10 municipalities and one municipal corporation in the erstwhile Adilabad district, with just 11.87 per cent turnout by 9 am. Officials attributed the low participation to voters allegedly expecting inducements from candidates.

In a first in its four-decade history, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board has been appointed a Joint Managing Director. MA&UD posted Mayank Mittal to the new role and also named Executive Directors for GHMC, Malkajgiri and Cyberabad.