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The government has imposed temporary airfare caps ranging from Rs 7,500 to Rs 18,000 amid a sharp surge in ticket prices following widespread IndiGo flight cancellations. The civil aviation ministry is monitoring fares closely and has ordered expedited refunds and support for affected passengers
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Secunderabad GRP, along with the Eagle Team and RPF, arrested two Odisha-based peddlers transporting marijuana on Konark Express. Officials seized 6.8 kg of the drug worth Rs 3.43 lakh. Three other members of the racket, including suppliers and receivers, are absconding
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SCR has withdrawn its earlier decision to modify the service days of the Kacheguda–Yesvantpur–Kacheguda Vande Bharat Express. The trains will continue to operate on all days except Wednesdays, with no changes to stoppages, timings or frequency.
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The ninth edition of Prime Minister Modi’s Pariksha Pe Charcha will be held in January 2026. Registrations are open till January 11. Students, teachers, and parents can participate in an online competition on MyGov to engage with the PM
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Deputy Commissioner of Police A Bhaskar distributed NASA-related science kits to students of Sri Chaitanya High School in Mancherial. Sponsored by the school, the kits aim to help students design projects for NASA. School officials and staff were present.
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The Modi-Putin summit showcased India’s strategic balancing act between Washington and Moscow, focusing on energy security, trade, and diplomacy. US media highlighted India’s efforts to maintain historic ties with Russia while navigating pressure from the United States and Europe
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Hyderabad cybercrime police registered a case against unknown individuals for creating and circulating an AI-generated derogatory image of AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi. The complaint was filed by AIMIM social media administrator Mohammed Irfan under various sections of BNS and IT Act.
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Netflix’s acquisition of Warner Bros could transform Hollywood, affecting theatrical releases, top filmmakers, and the streaming landscape. While Warner Bros films will continue in theatres, the exact strategy, theatrical windows, and impact on cinema chains remain uncertain
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Russia launched a massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine, targeting power stations and energy infrastructure while Ukraine shot down most drones. The attacks coincided with US-mediated talks aimed at ending nearly four years of war, with 8 civilians wounded.
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The Multiplex Association of India has raised concerns over Netflix’s $72-billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, warning it could reduce high-quality theatrical content, limit consumer choice, and disrupt India’s broader film ecosystem, impacting cinemas, production, and distribution
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Suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir said a Rs 300 crore budget has been set aside to build a Babri mosque replica at Beldanga in Murshidabad. He claimed the Calcutta High Court has not found his announcement or foundation-laying move unconstitutional
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Senior BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to resolve the urea shortage that troubled farmers during Kharif and has now continued into Rabi. He said poor planning had forced farmers to endure long queues and severe hardship
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The Telangana BC Commission said the community was facing injustice over statutory reservations and demanded a constitutional amendment to ensure 42 per cent BC quota. The Commission condoled the death of Sai Eshwar Chary and urged people not to take extreme steps while fighting for rights.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao declared complete opposition to the Centre’s labour codes, warning they would cause widespread exploitation. He said the BRS would block their implementation in Telangana and lead a nationwide fight while accusing BJP and Congress of colluding to pass anti-worker laws
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Eight students from Osmania University and the University of Hyderabad were questioned by Andhra Pradesh police after they visited a Maoist encounter site in Alluri Sitaramaraju district. Police cited security concerns amid increased Maoist activity along the Odisha border
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Ranveer Singh’s “Dhurandhar,” directed by Aditya Dhar, earned over Rs 28.60 crore nett on its first day. The star-studded underworld saga explores espionage, criminal networks and betrayal, featuring Sanjay Dutt, R Madhavan, Akshaye Khanna, Arjun Rampal and Sara Arjun.
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A drone attack by Sudan’s RSF on a kindergarten in Kalogi, South Kordofan, killed 50 people, including 33 children. The attack comes amid intensified fighting with the Sudanese military, displacing thousands and raising global humanitarian concerns.
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External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar said India-Russia ties have remained among the steadiest major relationships for decades and Putin’s visit was aimed at reimagining economic cooperation. He dismissed concerns of US displeasure, stressing strategic autonomy and national interest-driven diplomacy
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Security forces in Pakistan killed nine TTP terrorists in separate intelligence-based operations in Tank and Lakki Marwat, with weapons recovered at the sites. ISPR said the militants were involved in major attacks, amid rising terror activity since the TTP ended its ceasefire in 2022.
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Two tourists from Goa were killed when their speeding car collided head-on with a mini truck near Lion’s Point in Lonavala early Saturday. The victims were part of a 14-member group on a picnic. The truck driver was injured and hospitalised
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Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah criticised Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy for recommending the inclusion of the Bhagavad Gita in school curricula, calling him a “Manuvadi”. Siddaramaiah said the move reflects an ideological shift and reiterated his government’s focus on constitutional values and social justice
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The death toll from a mass shooting at an illegal shebeen in Pretoria has risen to 11, including three minors. SAPS has launched a manhunt for three gunmen, while 14 survivors remain hospitalised. The incident adds to South Africa’s growing gun-violence crisis.
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Yashoda Hospitals-Hitech City hosted a 2-day International Conference and Live Workshop on Unilateral Biportal Endoscopy, inaugurated by Pullela Gopichand. Experts highlighted the rise in spinal issues, advances in minimally invasive spine surgery and the global collaboration fostered through UBE Con-2025.
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Murshidabad has been placed on high alert as suspended TMC MLA Humayun Kabir proceeds with a Babri-style mosque foundation ceremony attended by Saudi clerics. Intelligence agencies fear attempts at radicalisation, online propaganda, and cross-border disinformation amid the district’s history of communal sensitivity