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Hollywood star Sylvester Stallone celebrated the 44th anniversary of Rocky III by sharing nostalgic monochrome images from the film. The actor reflected on unforgettable moments from the iconic sports drama and thanked fans for keeping the Rocky franchise alive over the decades.
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The India Meteorological Department forecast Southwest monsoon rainfall at 90% of the long period average, slightly lower than April’s 92% prediction. Northeast India may see normal rains, while other regions face below-normal rainfall, raising concerns over agriculture and water availability
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Rajasthan Cooperative Minister Gautam Dak was booked after an alleged confrontation with police in Chittorgarh. A viral audio clip of abusive language sparked debate, though Dak denied involvement, claiming technological manipulation. Police allege intimidation, threats, and indecent behavior during the incident
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Indian-American teenager Shrey Parikh won the 2026 Scripps National Spelling Bee after correctly spelling 32 words in the spell-off round, setting a new competition record. The 14-year-old California student secured the title with the word “bromocriptine” after years of national-level participation.
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Renowned Vijayawada photographer T. Srinivasa Reddy has been conferred the prestigious Master’s honour by the Australian Photographic Society for 2026. The recognition came for his acclaimed photo feature on coal mines in Srirampuram, adding another milestone to his distinguished photography career.
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Nearly 2,000 vessels are waiting to exit the Gulf due to disruptions linked to tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said. The shipping backlog has raised concerns over energy supplies, trade routes and global freight costs.
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Anthropic raised $65 billion in a Series H round led by Altimeter, Sequoia, and others, boosting its valuation to $965 billion and surpassing OpenAI. The capital will expand compute capacity and scale its Claude AI assistant amid a $47 billion annualized revenue run rate
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The Trump administration has outlined three non-negotiable conditions for any agreement with Iran, including surrendering highly enriched uranium and ensuring free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned that military options could return if diplomacy fails.
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A major fire broke out at a car mechanic shed in Jeedimetla on Friday, causing panic among locals. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and brought the blaze under control. A car parked inside the shed was gutted, while police suspect a short circuit triggered the fire.
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Police have registered a case at the Jubilee Hills police station in connection with the case involving Chandrashekhar Azad alias Arjun, who allegedly deceived young girls on instagram
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Cyberabad EOW booked Rohit Infra directors for duping investors with fake buyback promises and high-return schemes. A complainant alleged losing ₹43.75 lakh, while 11 investors together lost ₹4.52 crore. Police registered a case and launched investigation into the fraud
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Two bus accidents in Hyderabad’s Dilsukhnagar and Punjagutta caused traffic chaos Friday, though no injuries were reported. The incidents, following recent crashes in Hayathnagar and LB Nagar, reignited concerns over reckless driving, overspeeding, and road safety in the city
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Indian equities rose modestly Friday, with Sensex and Nifty higher amid easing crude prices and strong earnings. IT stocks led gains, while FMCG remained flat. Asian markets surged, Wall Street closed positive, and Brent crude slipped below $92 per barrel
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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the Congress government drew inspiration from former Chief Minister NT Rama Rao’s welfare-oriented governance, comparing several Congress schemes with initiatives launched during the TDP founder’s tenure while unveiling NTR’s statue in Hyderabad
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A youth from Reddypalem village in Bhadrachalam lost his Rs 50,000 smartphone to an online fraudster posing as a doctor. The accused gained the victim’s trust during an OLX deal before disappearing with the mobile phone using a fake debit card
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TGIIC’s e-auction of a 6.29-acre land parcel at Knowledge City, Raidurg fetched a record Rs 237 crore per acre, generating nearly Rs 1,490 crore overall. Officials said the auction reflected strong investor confidence in Telangana’s growing real estate and investment ecosystem
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A farmer in Yadadri Bhongir district staged a unique protest against delays in paddy procurement by pushing sacks on a cart from Kolanupaka to Alair market yard. He alleged government negligence and exploitation of farmers by middlemen and millers
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Stubble burning in Khammam district led to a narrow escape for TGO Association leader Eluri Srinivas Rao after a burnt roadside tree fell on his car, causing it to overturn. The incident highlights growing safety risks from crop residue burning
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The Malkajgiri Traffic Police conducted a special enforcement drive against footpath encroachments and carriageway obstructions, booking 3,497 cases and collecting Rs 6.03 lakh in fines. Zone-II recorded the highest violations, with Uppal Traffic Police Station registering 804 cases
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A BRS leader launched a free ‘Rakesh Reddy E-Classes App’ in Khammam for students and unemployed youth preparing for government jobs. Leaders said the platform aims to bridge coaching gaps, while also criticising the Congress government over job creation promises
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The real challenge today is not whether Muslim women can succeed while wearing hijab, but whether society is willing to respect a woman’s right to define dignity on her own terms
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Singareni Collieries CMD Dr Buddhaprakash Jyoti inspected the coal handling plant in Ramagundam-II area, reviewing coal transport and quality systems. He directed officials to complete the new CHP project on schedule, accompanied by Directors and the Area General Manager
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For a country marked by diverse educational systems and stark regional disparities, a one-size-fits-all approach like NEET may be neither effective nor equitable
