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A long-time Congress worker from Nagarkurnool, Orsu Bangaraiah, consumed pesticide alleging pressure from party leaders to withdraw from the Sripuram Sarpanch election. His family accused the party of sidelining him despite 35 years of service and backing a recent entrant instead.
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A 40-year-old tenant farmer, Banoth Veeranna, died by suicide in Khammam after crop losses and mounting debts of ₹15 lakh. He recorded a video explaining tenant farmers’ struggles and urged the government to provide support and subsidies.
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The Backward Classes Commission has identified factual mistakes in GOMs 46 related to Gram Panchayat reservations and urged the Telangana government to defer elections. The commission also highlighted a decrease in BC reservation from 22.78% to 21.39%, despite population growth.
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As Princess Aiko turns 24, her rising popularity intensifies calls to end Japan’s male-only imperial succession. Supporters fear the monarchy’s extinction as only one young male heir remains, while conservatives resist reforms despite public admiration for Aiko’s growing role and service
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi accused the opposition of turning Parliament into a platform to vent frustration after electoral defeats, urging parties to focus on constructive debate. Ahead of the Winter Session, he said Parliament should not become a political arena but a space for positive, result-oriented discussions.
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A long-hidden Rubens Crucifixion painting, mis-attributed for centuries and valued at only US$10,000, was authenticated by experts and sold in Versailles for US$2.3 million after scientific analysis confirmed pigments and provenance tracing back to William Bouguereau’s collection
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Jenna Ortega voiced concerns over rising AI use in films, saying computers lack soul and cannot replicate human imperfections. Speaking at the Marrakech Film Festival, she hoped audiences would tire of AI content. Bong Joon Ho and Celine Song also criticised AI’s creative impact.
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Adivi Sesh says he chose not to dub Dacoit in Hindi because translating dialogues weakens emotional authenticity. The actor says the film was instead shot simultaneously in Hindi and Telugu. Co-starring Mrunal Thakur and Anurag Kashyap, the film is set for a pan-India release.
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A bride in Unnao allegedly fled with her lover shortly after exchanging garlands with the groom. The incident triggered arguments between the families, and the groom’s side left without the bride. A complaint has been filed and police have launched a probe.
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A 24-year-old cab driver from Uppal died by suicide after accumulating nearly ₹15 lakh in debts due to online betting. Police said he had taken multiple loans and borrowed heavily from acquaintances. He consumed pesticide and died during treatment at Gandhi Hospital.
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The NIA raided eight locations in Pulwama, Shopian and Kulgam in connection with a “white-collar” terror module associated with the Red Fort car blast that killed 15 people. Searches targeted associates of mastermind Irfan Wagay and arrested accused Dr Adeel Ahmad Rather.
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A two-wheeler rider died after his bike hit the median on the Kacheguda–Amberpet flyover, throwing him off the structure. Police are verifying vehicle details to identify him and reviewing CCTV footage to determine whether speeding or loss of control caused the crash.
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A motorist allegedly attacked a traffic constable at Kothapet junction in Saroornagar after being fined for riding without a helmet. He damaged a police tab and was caught by locals before being handed over to police, who arrested and remanded him.
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President Donald Trump said he has invited the families of Spc. Sarah Beckstrom, who was fatally shot in Washington, DC, and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe, who remains critical. Vigils were held in West Virginia as authorities pursue charges against a 29-year-old Afghan national.
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At least 334 people have died and 370 remain missing as Cyclone Ditwah wreaks havoc across Sri Lanka. Rescue efforts are hampered by communication breakdowns, while President Dissanayake calls it the country’s worst disaster and pledges full state support for recovery.
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for Dec 1, 2025. May the day bring you happiness
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Tesla CEO Elon Musk has strongly defended the H-1B visa programme, highlighting how the US economy benefits from Indian immigrants and stressing the need for high-skill talent. Speaking on Nikhil Kamath’s podcast, Musk acknowledged misuse of the system by outsourcing firms but urged reforms instead of shutting it down.
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Abhishek Sharma smashed a 12-ball fifty, equalling Yuvraj Singh’s record, during Punjab’s Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy clash against Bengal in Hyderabad. He scored an unbeaten 148 with 16 sixes, joining an elite list of fastest T20 half-centuries
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Rohit Sharma broke Shahid Afridi’s record to become the batter with most sixes in ODI history. He smashed his 352nd six during the first ODI against South Africa in Ranchi, achieving the feat in his 270th innings
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The symbiotic relationship between millennials and Gen Z inspires balance & a spirit of innovation and adventure in workplaces
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Belgium defeated India 1-0 in the Sultan Azlan Shah Cup final in Malaysia. Thibeau Stockbroekx scored the decisive goal in the 34th minute as India failed to convert penalty corners and settled for silver in the prestigious hockey tournament
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India defeated South Africa by 17 runs in the first ODI at Ranchi. Virat Kohli’s century, Rohit Sharma’s record-breaking knock, and Kuldeep Yadav’s four wickets powered India to a 1-0 lead in the three-match series
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Chirec International School (Kondapur), representing Telangana, finished runner-up in the GDCA Inter-States Schools under-13 cricket tournament at Gulbarga, Karnataka. Captain K Srivanth was named Best Fielder, while teammate Akshat Goyal won the Best Wicketkeeper-Batter award
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St Anthony’s Church (Venkatapuram) defeated St Anthony’s (Mettuguda) 4-0 in the United Christmas Celebrating Committee Twin Cities Parish football tournament at Government Bolarum High School Ground, Hyderabad. The event was inaugurated by Rev Fr Dion Issac and former India captain Victor Amalraj
