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In a major boost to anti-Maoist efforts, 314 Maoists of various ranks have surrendered to police in Kothagudem district over the past eight months under ‘Operation Cheyutha’. Eight cadres, including a woman, surrendered on Tuesday, receiving immediate assistance and promises of rehabilitation.
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Ethiopian elite runners visited Nachiketa Tapovan, inspiring children with stories of perseverance. Nachiketa Tapovan raised Rs 12 lakh, supporting education for underprivileged communities through strong collaborations and community donations.
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Cyberabad Police have asked devotees and organisers to complete mandatory registration before installing Ganesh idols in public spaces. The online system aims to ensure law and order, traffic management, eco-friendly celebrations, and better coordination with local authorities
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G Ravi Krishna won the inaugural LVS Academy Open Rapid Chess Tournament on tie-break after finishing level with Pranay Akula, while L Surya Akhil claimed third place. Special prizes were also awarded
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A one-year-old boy sustained serious injuries after being attacked by a stray dog while playing outside his home in Venkatraopet village, Pinapaka mandal. The incident raises fresh concerns over stray dog menace in rural Telangana.
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Scientists at Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU) staged a black badge protest, accusing the Vice Chancellor and Registrar of targeting them for raising concerns about employee welfare.
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Top seed Tannish Ghildyal defeated Saksham Bhansali in straight sets at the Raja Narasimha Rao ITF Juniors (J60) in Bhuvanagiri, as boys’ and girls’ singles matches produced exciting results
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An 80-year-old man, Palla Lasmaiah, died by suicide at Chandurthy mandal in Rajanna-Sircilla district on Tuesday. Villagers said he lived alone after his wife’s death and suffered health issues. Police registered a case based on his son’s complaint
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Farmers in Mahabubabad and Kothagudem staged rasta-roko protests on Tuesday over acute urea shortages. Long queues formed at PACS offices, with many farmers denied supply. Police intervened at several locations as farmers demanded immediate distribution of urea
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The Telangana High Court criticised civic and police authorities for failing to act on its earlier directive to remove an unauthorised Ganesh pandal in Alwal. The case arose from a contempt petition filed by an 80-year-old resident whose home entrance was blocked.
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The Telangana State Election Commission has announced that the final ward-wise photo electoral rolls for all gram panchayats will be published on September 2. Draft rolls will be released on August 28, with objections accepted until August 30
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An RTC driver from Khammam’s Manuguru depot attempted suicide after alleging harassment by officials who denied him a conductor despite his health issues. He was hospitalized, while unions condemned the negligence and threatened statewide agitations if staff harassment persists
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BRS president and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings on the eve of Vinayaka Chathurthi, emphasising Lord Ganesha’s role in promoting prosperity and unity. He expressed hope that Ganesh Navaratri festivities would foster communal harmony and cultural togetherness, and prayed for Telangana’s growth and farmers’ well-being.
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The Telangana State Assembly and Council are set to commence their sessions from August 30, as notified by Governor Jishnu Dev Varma. The State government is expected to table the Justice P.C. Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project during the proceedings.
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The recusal of an NCLAT judge from a case involving Hyderabad-based KLSR Infra citing pressure from a senior member of the higher judiciary has triggered political controversy in Telangana, with allegations pointing towards a senior Congress leader known to have ties with the firm.
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The Godavari–Cauvery river interlinking project is facing stiff resistance from riparian states, particularly Chhattisgarh, Andhra Pradesh and Odisha, over concerns of water diversion from Chhattisgarh’s allocation. Meanwhile, Telangana has softened its stance by agreeing to Inchampalli as the diversion point.
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Internet disruptions cotinued in Hyderabad with several areas like Banjara Hills, Kukatpally, Madhapur, Kondapur, Habsiguda, Champapet, Manikonda, Secunderabad and Kompally reporting fiber cable cuts, despite the court orders, complains COAI
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A car overturned on the PVNR Expressway in Hyderabad on Tuesday evening, causing traffic disruption. The driver and another occupant of the car sustained injuries in the incident. The vehicle was later cleared with the help of a crane.
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The Cyberabad cyber crime police arrested 27 people in 19 cases, most linked to trading fraud, in the past week. They also secured 272 court refund orders worth Rs 1.56 crore and urged citizens to stay alert against scams
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Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s bicycle distribution scheme for 20,000 Class X students in Karimnagar has triggered opposition criticism. Parties allege the move is aimed at creating a future vote bank ahead of the 2029 Lok Sabha elections
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s first campaign in Bihar drew sharp backlash over his past remarks belittling Biharis. Political leaders, including Prashant Kishor, questioned his presence, while citizens criticised Rahul Gandhi for inviting him to campaign
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In an unusual development, Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma, a judicial member of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), has recused himself from an insolvency case citing an alleged approach by “one of the most revered members of the higher judiciary” seeking a favourable order.
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US President Donald Trump, during his first summit with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, renewed hopes of meeting North Korea’s Kim Jong-un this year. He pushed for renewed diplomacy, floated US base land ownership, discussed trade, shipbuilding, and trilateral cooperation
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South Central Railway has shifted 18 trains from Secunderabad station to Malkajgiri, Hyderabad (Nampally), and Charlapalli between October 27 and November 26 due to redevelopment works. Passengers are advised to check new terminals and plan travel accordingly
