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India termed the arrest of six Ukrainian nationals a legal matter under investigation, while considering Kyiv’s consular access request. The Ukrainians, charged under UAPA, remain in custody as Ukraine denies terror links and seeks transparency
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Pakistan’s deadly airstrikes on Kabul have exposed deep flaws in its Afghan strategy, highlighting strategic miscalculations, rising internal threats, and widening regional consequences
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Ukraine has sought a transparent probe into the detention of six of its nationals in Mizoram, denied any terror links, and offered cooperation to India, even as New Delhi said investigations are underway and a request for consular access is under consideration
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Kuchipudi exponent Dr P Rama Devi was honoured with the Kala Ratna Hamsa Award by the Andhra Pradesh government, recognising her contributions as a performer, scholar and teacher, along with her efforts in promoting the classical dance form
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Hyderabad pacer Rahul Kartikeya has been selected for the prestigious MRF Pace Foundation course, with the Hyderabad Cricket Association lauding his dedication and expressing confidence that the opportunity will help him excel further in his cricketing career.
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The Deccan Muslim Ulema Council Central Ruet-e-Hilal Committee announced that the Shawwal crescent moon was not sighted on Thursday, confirming that the last Roza will be observed on Friday and Eid ul Fitr will be celebrated on Saturday in Telangana
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Tension erupted at LB Nagar in Hyderabad after a confrontation between BRS and Congress over a drug test challenge led to protests, sloganeering and a minor scuffle, prompting police to intervene and take leaders from both parties into custody
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Agriculture Minister Thummala Nageshwar Rao urged farmers in Telangana to shift from paddy to alternative crops like oil palm, citing better returns, government incentives and procurement support, while noting that the Centre may not procure additional rice from the State
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The Telangana government has appointed three legislators as Government Whips in the Legislative Assembly and two MLCs in the Council, with official orders issued on Thursday, strengthening its legislative coordination in both Houses
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with leaders of France, Oman and Malaysia, emphasising de-escalation in West Asia, diplomatic resolution of the crisis, and ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz amid rising regional tensions
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A2H Chess Academy will host an open prize money chess tournament in Hyderabad on March 22, offering a total prize pool of Rs 50,000, with registrations open for interested participants through the academy’s FIDE Arbiter.
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During Ugadi celebrations in Hyderabad, a priest’s remarks on leadership, emphasising calmness and hard work, were seen as an indirect jibe at Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, while also predicting governance challenges and positive agricultural prospects for Telangana
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India’s U20 women’s team, led by Shubhangi Singh, is set to return to the AFC U20 Women’s Asian Cup after 20 years, aiming for a strong performance and knockout qualification following extensive international preparation and improved team cohesion.
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Tamil Nadu’s Balamurugan and Siddhesh Pande upset top-seeded West Bengal to enter the semifinals of the Senior National Table Tennis Championships, as RSPB dominated the men’s doubles event with two pairs advancing in Indore.
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Telangana’s higher education system faces a severe crisis as several universities have no professors and large-scale faculty vacancies. Delays in recruitment and policy issues have affected academic activity, with the government planning to begin hiring in the coming months.
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Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced road closures and diversions around Charminar and Mecca Masjid for Jummat-ul-Vida prayers on March 20. Restrictions will be in place from morning to afternoon, with designated parking and alternate routes arranged
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Chhattisgarh has tabled a stringent anti-conversion Bill proposing life imprisonment for mass conversions, mandatory declarations and strict penalties for violations, while exempting reconversion to ancestral religion and introducing tighter monitoring of religious conversions across the State.
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Allu Arjun praised Dhurandhar 2 after an early viewing, calling it “patriotism with swag” and lauding its performances and direction. Actor R. Madhavan responded warmly, as the film gears up for its theatrical release on Thursday.
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Punjab Kings players Yuzvendra Chahal and Shashank Singh expressed confidence ahead of IPL 2026, highlighting strong preparation through multiple camps, team bonding and trust within the squad as key factors driving their ambition to win the title this season
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The India vs Pakistan match in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 set new digital records on JioHotstar, achieving the highest-ever reach and watch time, driven by India’s strong performance and massive fan engagement across mobile and connected TV platforms
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Tension prevailed at the oil palm factory in Narmetta as BRS and Congress workers raised slogans against each other during a Rythu Mela event. Leaders from both sides appealed for calm, and the situation was brought under control
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C-DAC celebrated its 39th Foundation Day in Hyderabad with a workshop on emerging technologies and a tech showcase. The event drew over 1,000 participants and saw the participation of researchers, professionals and representatives from key institutions.
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The Telangana government has applied to the Electricity Regulatory Commission to establish a third DISCOM, TGRPDCL, aimed at providing quality power to farmers. Employee unions have opposed the move, urging compliance with regulations and reconsideration of the decision
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Sulakshya Seva Samithi celebrated its 13th anniversary in Hanamkonda with inspirational talks by UPSC ranker Atla Tharun Teja and Air Force officer Anil Kumar Tripathi, highlighting perseverance, national security and community service