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The Election Commission has directed officials to ensure assured minimum facilities and voter assistance at all polling stations for the upcoming Assembly elections in five states and Puducherry, including drinking water, ramps, signage, voter booths and mobile phone deposit facilities.
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Cyberabad and Malkajgiri police caught 387 persons for drunk driving on Saturday night. Cases were registered against two-, three-, four-wheeler, and heavy vehicle drivers. Several individuals recorded BAC levels above 301 mg/100 ml, highlighting the strict enforcement drive.
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A 23-year-old man, Mohd Aman, died in a road accident on Pahadishareef Road, Hyderabad, after colliding with a biker near Zaathara Mandi. Police have registered a case, and the biker has been taken into custody as investigations continue.
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Telangana government has relaxed Transferable Development Rights norms following builders’ objections. TDR utilization slabs for high-rise buildings, setback relaxations, and submission schedules have been revised to ease costs and encourage uniform urban development.
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RGUKT declared holidays for PUC and engineering students from March 23 following protests over the death of a PUC student. Students alleged inadequate medical facilities on campus and demanded Rs 50 lakh compensation for the victim’s family.
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Three persons were killed in a car collision in East Godavari district. In a separate incident, an APSRTC bus driver was allegedly abducted and assaulted after a road dispute in Kurnool. Another accident on Hyderabad’s Outer Ring Road left one man dead.
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Indian airlines announced limited but continued flight operations to West Asia on March 22 amid the evolving Middle East situation. IndiGo, Air India and Air India Express advised passengers to monitor flight status due to possible last-minute changes.
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World No. 2 Jannik Sinner advanced to the third round of the Miami Open after a straight-sets win over Damir Dzumhur. The Italian extended his ATP Masters 1000 winning streak and continues his bid to complete the rare ‘Sunshine Double’.
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Former South Africa captain Faf du Plessis believes Rishabh Pant will face the most pressure in the upcoming IPL season after a difficult campaign last year. Experts also discussed LSG’s spin options and overseas combination ahead of the tournament.
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Cyber fraudsters impersonated a Hyderabad-based company CEO on WhatsApp and tricked her accountant into transferring Rs 1.20 crore to multiple bank accounts. The victim later realised the fraud and lodged a complaint with the Hyderabad Cyber Crime Police.
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Bitcoin and the broader crypto market fell sharply after US President Donald Trump threatened to strike Iran’s power plants if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. Rising geopolitical tensions triggered over $1 billion in crypto liquidations and heightened market volatility.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting farmers and blamed it for the suicide of an Adilabad farmer allegedly distressed by procurement delays. He also criticised safety lapses during flyover construction works at Bachupally.
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Two people were killed and six injured in separate road accidents in Kanchanbagh, Rajendranagar and Vikarabad, including a fatal bike crash and a family accident, with three victims reported to be in critical condition
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The DRI seized prohibited walkie-talkies and e-waste HDDs worth Rs 9.25 crore at Nhava Sheva port, arresting a father-son duo and confiscating a Rs 30.25 crore consignment imported from China for misdeclaration
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A fourth class student chided for not going to school by his mother, took poison and died in Mahabubabad
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US President Donald Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 48 hours or face strikes on power plants, while rejecting ceasefire calls and urging global allies to take responsibility for securing the critical shipping route.
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Severe weather, including storms, heavy rain, hail and lightning, has disrupted life across Bihar, claiming six lives and injuring several others. The conditions have damaged crops and property, with weather alerts issued for multiple districts across the state
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Robin Uthappa believes IPL 2026 could be MS Dhoni’s final season with Chennai Super Kings, while backing Ruturaj Gaikwad as captain. He also questioned Sunrisers Hyderabad’s title chances, citing weak bowling despite their aggressive batting approach
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India will play two T20 Internationals against Ireland in Belfast on June 26 and 28, the BCCI announced. The series will serve as preparation ahead of India’s white-ball tour of England scheduled to begin in July
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World No 1 Carlos Alcaraz defeated rising Brazilian Joao Fonseca in straight sets at the Miami Open, showcasing his experience and control. The Spaniard saved key break points and advanced to the third round, continuing his strong season form
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Virat Kohli has urged Royal Challengers Bengaluru players to maintain high intensity and avoid wasting time during training as they prepare to defend their IPL title. The team begins its campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 28 in Bengaluru
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Wimbledon will introduce video review technology on six courts for the first time this year, allowing players to challenge umpire decisions. The system, already used in other Grand Slams, will be available throughout the tournament starting June 29
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Telangana Boxing Federation will conduct women’s boxing selections at Lal Bahadur Stadium in Hyderabad on March 24 to select the State team for the second Chief of Army Cup boxing championship scheduled to be held in Pune
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DRK Football Club has announced its squad for the Indian Women’s League to be held in Kerala. Coached by Nagaraju, the Telangana-based team features players from across the State and aims to perform strongly despite being placed in a tough group
