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A woman and her 10-year-old son died after allegedly consuming poison at Hastinapuram in Meerpet, while her mother survived a suicide attempt. Police suspect a family dispute as the trigger and have launched an investigation into the incident.
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Three persons were killed and three others critically injured in a head-on collision between a tanker and a truck at Edulaguda crossroads in Miryalguda on Friday morning. The accident was reportedly caused by overspeeding. Further details are awaited.
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Australia’s Ashes triumph delivered record-breaking attendances, broadcast viewership and digital engagement nationwide. More than 8.59 lakh fans attended the Tests, while television and online platforms recorded their highest-ever figures during the iconic series.
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Senior BRS MLA T. Harish Rao criticised the Revanth Reddy government over alleged exam irregularities, citing the question paper leak at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University and demanding strict action to protect students’ futures.
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P.V. Sindhu advanced to the Malaysia Open Super 1000 semifinals after Japan’s Akane Yamaguchi retired injured mid-match. The former world champion, returning from a long layoff, reached her first Malaysia Open semifinal in eight years.
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Ten-year-old Indo-American golfer Aaryash Singh Bhadoria is emerging as a promising junior talent, earning accolades across the US and abroad. Currently training and competing in India, his journey blends global exposure, discipline and sporting ambition.
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Four pilgrims, including a six-year-old girl, were killed and seven others injured when their vehicle rammed into a parked truck while returning from Sabarimala near Tumakuru in Karnataka early on Friday
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The RTA conducted surprise inspections in Rajendranagar and booked five private buses for fare and permit violations after complaints of overcharging passengers ahead of the Sankranti travel rush, warning of continued strict enforcement.
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Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar has urged citizens to avoid driving in dense fog, especially during Sankranti travel rush, warning that poor visibility increases accident risk and advising motorists to prioritise safety over speed.
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A bus carrying a film crew overturned at Pedda Amberpet flyover in Hayathnagar early Friday, injuring four persons, including the driver. Police said all injured are stable and an investigation is underway.
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Actor Jiiva joined Simbu, Jai and Harish Kalyan in backing Vijay after Jana Nayagan was postponed due to censor clearance issues, with actors assuring fans that the delay would only strengthen the film’s impact.
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The Shiv Sena (UBT) has accused the BJP of hypocrisy and ideological compromise, alleging power-driven alliances with AIMIM and Congress in Maharashtra municipal bodies, and claiming the party now prioritises electoral victory over principles
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The US Senate has advanced a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further military actions against Venezuela. The measure passed 52–47 with support from Democrats and five Republicans, though it faces little chance of becoming law.
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Three Indians are among the crew of the Russian oil tanker Marinera, seized by the US Coast Guard in the North Atlantic. Moscow strongly condemned the action, calling it a violation of international maritime law and freedom of navigation.
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A Sub-Inspector of Kakatiya University Campus police station and his private driver were caught red-handed by ACB officials while allegedly accepting a Rs 15,000 bribe in Warangal for extending favours in a criminal case
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Former India batting coach Vikram Rathour has been appointed Sri Lanka’s batting coach for the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka. He will take charge on January 18 and remain with the team until March 10
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BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan strongly criticised the Congress government and Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy for allegedly attempting to convert lands belonging to educational institutions into real estate assets. He demanded withdrawal of notices issued to Maulana Azad National Urdu University (MANUU), calling it an attack on minority education.
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The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has issued uniform guidelines for processing and issuing Occupancy Certificates (OCs) to non-high-rise buildings constructed as per sanctioned plans, even after building permissions have lapsed. The guidelines are applicable only to non-high-rise buildings.
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Sarfaraz Khan smashed the fastest fifty by an Indian in List A cricket, reaching the milestone in 15 balls during Mumbai’s Vijay Hazare Trophy clash against Punjab. His 62 off 20 balls was not enough as Mumbai lost by one run
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The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has announced the continuation of its One-Time Settlement (OTS) Scheme for 2025–26, offering major relief to property tax defaulters. The initiative is aimed at easing financial burdens and encouraging timely clearance of property tax arrears.
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A mini truck carrying sand partially sank into a nala at Uday Nagar on Road No.11 in Banjara Hills, triggering panic among locals. The driver was rescued safely and authorities later removed the vehicle
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Aryna Sabalenka and Elena Rybakina advanced to the Brisbane International quarter-finals with straight-set wins. Sabalenka beat Sorana Cirstea 6-3, 6-3, while Rybakina defeated Paula Badosa 6-3, 6-2, extending her winning streak to 13 matches ahead of the Australian Open
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The Telangana government has honoured Mohammed Shabbir, leading fireman of Chandrayangutta fire station, with the Telangana Shourya Pathakam for his bravery in rescuing 50 inmates from a house fire at Mailardevpalli on May 18 last year.
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Australia sealed a 4-1 Ashes series win with a five-wicket victory over England in the SCG Test. Usman Khawaja’s farewell ended in triumph, while Mitchell Starc starred with the ball and Carey-Green guided the hosts home in Sydney
