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Hyderabad Police have issued detailed guidelines for New Year’s Eve celebrations, mandating prior permission for post-midnight events, CCTV coverage, crowd control, noise limits, and safety measures. Violations will invite strict legal action, officials warned.
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Mass surrenders by Maoist cadres in Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region highlight a steady decline in Left Wing Extremism, driven by sustained security operations, improved governance, and credible rehabilitation policies offering insurgents an alternative path to civilian life
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Telangana police arrested eight people for allegedly consuming ganja at a house in Borabanda, Hyderabad. Police said one accused procured the drug from a supplier and shared it with others. The arrests followed a tip-off.
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A woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband in Seetharampuram village of Bhupalpally district. The man later died by suicide after posting a video on WhatsApp. Police said family disputes were the reason and are investigating the case
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More than 1,000 people participated in a 3-km Digital Literacy Run organised by Kriti Social Initiatives in partnership with AMD at T-Works, Hyderabad, to promote digital inclusion and highlight the importance of technology-driven education among youth and communities
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Hyderabad commuters will soon get relief as the free left lane near BRK Bhavan is set to reopen. GHMC completed the road works ahead of schedule, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and accidents at the busy Tri-Island junction.
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Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao over lunch at Rameshwaram Café in Madhapur. Party leaders said the informal interaction reflected the warm personal rapport shared by the two leaders.
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The Ernakulam sessions court has ruled that the prosecution “miserably failed” to prove conspiracy charges against actor Dileep in the 2017 actress sexual assault case, citing inconsistencies, delayed allegations, and unreliable testimony while acquitting him of the charge
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Commuters and residents have raised safety concerns over the narrow Chandrayangutta–Pahadishareef stretch of National Highway 765. With widening works stalled and traffic increasing, locals are urging authorities to complete long-pending development to ease congestion and improve safety
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Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested 46 people in November for alleged cyber fraud. The accused were linked to 232 cases and Rs 92 crore in bank transactions. Several electronic devices, debit cards and fake ID proofs were seized.
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The Bastar Olympics witnessed participation from over 3,500 athletes, including surrendered Maoists and victims of insurgent violence, highlighting social inclusion and rehabilitation efforts as the region transitions from conflict towards peace and mainstream integration
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IndiGo said it operated over 2,000 flights for the second consecutive day as operations stabilised following recent disruptions. The airline expects to exceed 2,050 flights daily, while the Centre ruled out year-round airfare caps in a deregulated market.
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Cybercrime police have cautioned citizens against using public Wi-Fi for banking and sensitive activities. Officials warned that both secured and unsecured networks pose risks, advising users to disable automatic connectivity and Bluetooth to prevent data theft and online fraud.
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Hyderabad police arrested five people for allegedly selling and supplying drugs in the city. Hashish oil, ganja and other property worth Rs 70 lakh were seized. Police said the drugs were sourced from Odisha and sold locally.
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A hospital employee in Gorakhpur has been booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman during an ultrasound test at a district women’s hospital. The victim claimed her complaints were ignored internally, prompting police action and a departmental inquiry
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Thailand said it will continue military action until its people are safe, rejecting claims that recent casualties were accidental. Cambodia accused Thai forces of attacking civilians as fighting along the border intensified, despite earlier ceasefire agreements.
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A mega job fair will be organised in Hyderabad on December 16 at Masab Tank, offering employment opportunities across sectors including pharma, healthcare, IT, education and banking. SSC-qualified candidates can attend free on-spot interviews
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Chaos erupted at Kolkata’s Salt Lake Stadium after fans failed to get a clear glimpse of football icon Lionel Messi during a ticketed event. Police resorted to baton charge as protests escalated, prompting Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to order a high-level inquiry and issue an apology
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A fire broke out in a 12-storey market and residential building in Dhaka early Saturday. Firefighters rescued at least 42 people, and no casualties were reported. Authorities are investigating the cause of the blaze.
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More than 1,000 people have died after floods and landslides hit Indonesia’s Sumatra Island. Authorities continue rescue and recovery efforts as experts warn that climate change and weak planning are increasing disaster risks.
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The last rites of veteran Congress leader and former Union minister Shivraj Patil were performed with full state honours in Latur on Saturday. Leaders across parties attended the funeral, held as per Lingayat traditions, honouring his decades-long public service
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Police in Noida have booked 28 villagers for unauthorised construction on land notified for the second phase of the Noida International Airport at Jewar. Officials said the activity violated acquisition norms despite repeated administrative warnings
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Lionel Messi’s much-anticipated Kolkata appearance descended into chaos after crowd surges cut short his lap of honour at Salt Lake Stadium. Angry fans vandalised seats and banners, raising concerns over crowd management during the football icon’s India tour.
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The Andhra Pradesh government has announced that the Godavari Pushkarams will commence on June 26, 2027, and continue for 12 days till July 7. The dates were finalised based on the opinion of a TTD priest.
