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Marri Laxman Reddy Institute of Technology (MLRIT), Dundigal, celebrated Bathukamma with traditional cultural programmes and enthusiastic participation from students and faculty members. Institute officials underscored the importance of preserving cultural values and heritage, while more than 1,000 girl students performed traditional Bathukamma dances as part of the festivities.

At least 17 people were killed and 25 others injured in a stampede-like incident at the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening. The tragedy reportedly occurred after a rush among devotees amid rainfall and an announcement by organisers.

Rain forced the abandonment of the fifth T20I between India and the West Indies in Bengaluru, leaving the five-match series tied 2-2. Ishan Kishan smashed 30 off 10 balls, while Naman Dhir remained unbeaten on 24

Telangana Agriculture Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao said drought-like conditions have affected 315 mandals due to rainfall deficit and El Nino impact. He sought immediate Central assistance, higher MSP procurement support, enhanced funding for water conservation works, and fertiliser subsidy reforms to help farmers.

BRS Working President KT Rama Rao expressed grief over the deaths of two students after a lighting system reportedly collapsed during a Dandiya event at MVSR Engineering College in Nadergul.

The HMDA will organise a Bathukamma Carnival at Tank Bund on October 18 as part of Saddula Bathukamma celebrations. The event will feature traditional cultural performances, along with stalls showcasing food, handicrafts, handlooms, jewellery and other local products.

A student was killed and at least 12 others were injured after lighting poles collapsed during a Dandiya event at MVSR Engineering College in Nadergul on Saturday. The injured were shifted to hospitals in LB Nagar and Adibatla.

The VVC Group on Saturday organised the VVC Festive Exhibition at the Jubilee Hills Convention Centre in Hyderabad, where six new vehicle models were unveiled by chairman VV Rajendra Prasad.

At least 25 people were injured in a stampede-like incident caused by a crowd surge outside the Chorbagan Durga Puja pandal in north Kolkata on Saturday evening. The situation reportedly occurred when rain triggered a rush among devotees waiting outside the pandal.

Telangana BJP MP Konda Vishweshwar Reddy linked the 2015 resolution of India-Bangladesh border enclaves to the ongoing controversy over the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls. He argued that historical border anomalies enabled illegal migration and irregular voter registrations.

Traffic restrictions and diversions will be imposed around IDL Lake in Kukatpally on October 18 in view of Bathukamma festival celebrations. The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced alternative routes for commuters travelling towards Kukatpally Y-Junction and advised the public to plan their journeys accordingly.

Jangaon district has recorded a 28 per cent rainfall deficit, receiving 522 mm rainfall against the long-term average of 727.8 mm, with seven of its 12 mandals facing a shortfall. District Collector Sandeep Kumar Jha said the prolonged dry spell has affected crop yields, particularly paddy and maize.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao extended Saddula Bathukamma greetings to the people of Telangana, especially women, and wished them happiness, prosperity and well-being. He said the festival symbolises Telangana's rich cultural heritage.

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Saddula Bathukamma greetings to women across Telangana on the occasion of the festival's grand finale. He highlighted the role of women in the Telangana statehood movement and said the true spirit of Bathukamma could be preserved through a continued commitment to women's welfare and protection.

Siddharth Dutta secured the top two places in Children I dressage at the Telangana State Equestrian Championship. HPRC’s Gautam Sanjay Sujanaani won the Junior title, while Abdul Manan and other riders claimed honours in show jumping and beginner-friendly classes

Hyderabad witnessed heavy traffic on major highways leading to various districts on Saturday as the Dasara travel rush peaked. Long queues were reported at several toll plazas, while ongoing road works at key locations worsened congestion.

Kakatiya Knights completed their home round-robin campaign with a 6-0 win over Mighty Marathas, boosted by perfect scores from Nico Wiener and Jyothi Surekha Vennam. The teams will meet again on Sunday, with a place in the final at stake

Shivnarine Chanderpaul praised Shai Hope’s maturity and orthodox strokeplay ahead of India’s fifth T20I decider, saying the West Indies captain scores freely without reckless hitting. He credited Guyana’s spin-friendly pitches with helping Hope develop and stressed the team’s match-winning depth

The winning alliance in the TGSRTC recognised union elections is yet to receive its formal recognition certificate, with the Labour Department reportedly not completing the process on Saturday.

Om Prakash Chouhan emerged as the best-placed Indian, tied 30th at five-under 211, at the rain-delayed DP World India Championship. Spaniard Eugenio Chacarra led at 14-under when fading light halted play, while Yuvraj Sandhu fought back to make the cut

MGIT’s two-day national-level technical symposium, Magistech ’26, concluded on Saturday with competitions across departments. The programme also featured Metallon Multiverse 2026, organised with the Indian Institute of Metals’ Hyderabad chapter, drawing student participation from several institutions

Hyderabad District Election Officer RV Karnan has directed Assistant Electoral Registration Officers (AEROs) to carry out 100 per cent physical verification of polling stations in the Mahabubnagar-Ranga Reddy-Hyderabad Graduates' Constituency.

Ishan Kishan has played down his T20I ranking ahead of India’s series decider against the West Indies, saying he wants to enjoy pressure situations. He urged the team to focus on preparation, intent and execution rather than individual performances or results

The BRS organised a 25-km padayatra from Makthal to Narayanpet on Saturday, protesting delays in the four-lane highway project. Despite two foundation-stone ceremonies, construction has yet to begin, while commuters face potholes and poor road conditions along the route daily