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Airlines have opposed the government’s mandate for free selection of 60 per cent seats, warning it will lead to higher airfares. The FIA urged withdrawal of the rule, citing revenue losses, rising costs and potential impact on affordability for passengers
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Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer emphasised the importance of team bonding and overcoming challenges ahead of the season, while pacer Arshdeep Singh described handling pressure as a privilege and expressed confidence in strong performances at home
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The Telangana Budget 2026-27 has reduced irrigation allocation despite higher overall spending, raising concerns over project execution, funding gaps and delays, with experts warning that limited capital investment could impact agricultural productivity and completion of key projects
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Hyderabad-based martial artist Hanshi Shaswat Kumar and his student B Yashwanth set multiple world records in the Asian Book of World Records, showcasing exceptional speed and skill in backfist and full-extension punches
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India’s Tanvi Sharma advanced to the semifinals of the Orleans Masters 2026 with a straight-game win over Japan’s Natsuki Nidaira, while the Indian men’s doubles pair exited the tournament after a quarterfinal defeat
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Telangana athletes Jeevanji Deepthi and Akira Nandan won gold medals in their respective 400m events at the National para athletics meet in Bhubaneshwar, delivering strong performances and bringing recognition to the State
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The International Masters League will return for its second season from October 24 to November 14, 2026, featuring cricket legends and matches across Mumbai, Vadodara and Vizag, following a successful debut season that drew strong viewership
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State Bank of India secured third place in the All India Public Sector T20 cricket tournament in Mumbai, winning three league matches before losing the semifinal, with the play-off decided by a coin toss after rain washed out the match
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Intermediate exam evaluation camps in Telangana are facing criticism over lack of basic facilities, with evaluators forced to work on floors and walls, raising concerns among lecturers about irregularities, excessive workload and possible impact on evaluation quality
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An ailing man suffering from kidney failure was allegedly abandoned by his wife in a graveyard in Jagtial after the family was asked to vacate their rented home. Locals rescued him and shifted him to a hospital
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A thief broke into a men’s hostel at Yamnampet near Ghatkesar and stole five laptops and four mobile phones while students were asleep. The incident was captured on CCTV, and police are working to identify the suspect
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A parked BMW car was gutted in a sudden fire near Parade Ground in Secunderabad on Friday. No casualties were reported. Fire personnel rushed to the spot, but the vehicle was reduced to ashes. Police are investigating the cause
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Hyderabad Traffic Police issued an advisory for Eid-ul-Fitr prayers on March 21, warning of congestion near major prayer venues like Mir Alam Tank and Masab Tank, and advising commuters to avoid key routes during peak hours
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Cyberabad Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory and announced diversions around Gachibowli Stadium on March 21 due to the Rockstar Anirudh XV concert, aiming to manage congestion and ensure smooth vehicular movement in surrounding areas
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Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy raised concerns with the Chief Minister over ongoing protests against waste dumping at the Macha Bollarum crematorium and suggested relocating the site to a military-owned land near Dairy Farm Road
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Prozo has launched a new multi-client fulfilment centre in Medchal, Hyderabad, expanding its logistics network in South India, with enhanced connectivity, advanced warehouse systems and increased capacity to support high-growth and multi-channel brands
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BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged large-scale irregularities worth around Rs 1,000 crore in Telangana’s Integrated Model Schools project, accusing the government of favouritism, inflated tenders and political bias in allocation of contracts and constituencies
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The Telangana Budget 2026-27 has drawn criticism from Opposition leaders and experts over reduced allocations to agriculture, irrigation and welfare sectors despite a higher outlay, raising concerns about rural income, employment and the government’s spending priorities
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Martial arts legend and Hollywood actor Chuck Norris, known for “Walker, Texas Ranger” and action films, has died at 86, leaving behind a legacy in cinema, martial arts and popular culture, including the widely known “Chuck Norris Facts” phenomenon
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The Supreme Court suggested that cab services should be equipped to accommodate wheelchairs and assistive devices, stressing the need for better first-mile and last-mile connectivity for persons with disabilities, and proposing designated accessible cabs through app-based services
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NSS Units of IIMC College conducted a seven-day camp in Malkajgiri villages, organising medical camps, Ugadi celebrations, school activities and distributing notebooks, along with donations and social service initiatives benefiting local communities
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An accurate population count is central to planning, governance, and SDG progress, particularly after a prolonged 16-year data gap
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A Ugadi trip turned tragic as engineering students drowned in the Godavari river near Bhadrachalam during a photo shoot, with three bodies recovered and two still missing, prompting search operations by police and fire personnel
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Ahead of Ramzan, GHMC carried out special sanitation drives around Charminar and Mecca Masjid, ensuring clean streets, cleared footpaths and improved hygiene for worshippers and visitors, with teams working round the clock to maintain cleanliness standards
