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Local contractors have opposed TGGENCO’s unified tender for ash lifting from four thermal power plants in Telangana, alleging that eligibility conditions favour large corporations. They demanded separate tenders or lots to enable local contractors to participate and protect livelihoods.

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation is preparing Saroor Nagar Lake for Ganesh idol immersion on September 25. Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy reviewed the arrangements and directed officials to expedite pending works and ensure facilities, coordination and public safety.

Punjab Police busted a cross-border narcotics and illegal arms smuggling module in Amritsar, arresting two suspects and recovering 15 illegal pistols and 5 kg heroin. Police said the accused were linked to foreign-based handlers, while raids are underway to arrest two more suspects

BRS MLA Vemula Prashanth Reddy accused the Telangana government of using excessive force against party legislators during an Assembly protest. He alleged police assaulted MLAs and MLCs, restricted black T-shirts and sought to prevent BRS legislators from entering the House

Nalgonda clinched the Asmita Under-16 Football League Championship in Nizamabad after defeating Ranga Reddy 4-0 in the final. Hemasri and Akshara scored two goals each, with Nalgonda dominating the title clash on Monday

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has suspended five MCD officials after a Satya Niketan building collapse killed seven people. The building owner, Hariram Bansal, was arrested in Rajasthan, while rescue operations continue and the government orders inspections and sealing of unauthorised fifth floors

The Hyderabad Cricket Association will conduct an umpires' examination in January/February 2027. Eligible candidates include current HCA panel umpires and those with relevant officiating or playing experience. Applicants must reside in Telangana, with registrations closing on December 15

The Telangana Pradesh Congress disciplinary action committee issued a show-cause notice to Kandi Srinivas Reddy over a clash at a PAC meeting in Utnoor. Six other party leaders were also served notices for allegedly obstructing Peddapalli MP Vamshikrishna

With Ganesh Chaturthi approaching, thousands of transport vehicles are being mobilised across Hyderabad for idol immersion. However, operators say fixed RTA tariffs, rising fuel costs and low payouts from committees are putting heavy financial pressure on the transport industry.

Sangareddy district recorded an 8 per cent rainfall deficit during the first three months of monsoon, while the cultivated area fell by 57,000 acres. Paddy and cotton acreage declined amid delayed rains, low Singur inflows and inadequate water in minor irrigation tanks

BRS cadres staged protests across the erstwhile Khammam district on Monday, condemning the arrest of party MLAs and MLCs in Hyderabad. Leaders organised rallies, road blockades and sit-ins in Sathupally, Khammam, Bonakal and Wyra, targeting the Congress government

David Miller and Quinton de Kock have been named in South Africa's 16-member ODI squad for the Australia series, while Temba Bavuma returns as captain. Gerald Coetzee is also recalled, with Kagiso Rabada unavailable due to a hamstring injury

Nepal's flood death toll has risen to 1,355, with 4,996 people still missing, including 589 foreign nationals. Rescue teams continue operations, while authorities struggle to identify bodies. India and China are assisting, as Nepal also seeks to protect tourism

South Korea is reviewing options for contributing to efforts to secure navigation through the Strait of Hormuz as US pressure mounts, while Iran has warned against foreign military involvement. Seoul says it is communicating with relevant countries to ensure free passage.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Luxembourg Deputy Prime Minister Xavier Bettel in New Delhi and discussed bilateral cooperation in trade, investments, fintech, startups, clean tech, space, health and education, besides global developments and stronger India-EU ties

All seats for Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Vadodara programme on Tuesday were booked within an hour after free registrations opened on BookMyShow. More than 42,000 applicants were placed on a waiting list for the event, officials said

New Zealand captain Mitchell Santner is wary of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma ahead of India’s tour later this year, recalling their past success on New Zealand pitches. He also wants his side to win the ODI series and gain World Cup momentum

The Centre has allowed rural domestic LPG consumers to book refill cylinders every 25 days, reducing the earlier 45-day interval. The move follows improved LPG supplies and a significant reduction in refill backlogs after disruptions linked to the Strait of Hormuz

Actress and environmentalist Dia Mirza marked the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies by highlighting the health risks of air pollution, its unequal impact on vulnerable communities and the need for cleaner energy, transport and stronger accountability.

India-South Africa bilateral trade, currently worth around $12.5 billion annually, is expected to gain momentum during the BRICS summit, South African High Commissioner Anil Sooklal said. He highlighted growing business interest, technology cooperation and efforts towards a preferential trade agreement

Tata-owned Jaguar Land Rover will reduce its global workforce by around 4,000 roles over the next two years as part of a £1.7 billion savings programme. The company said the cuts are not expected to affect direct manufacturing jobs

The rupee fell 7 paise to close at 94.50 against the US dollar as rising crude oil prices and global headwinds offset support from strong FCNR inflows. Weak domestic equities also weighed on sentiment, while forex reserves climbed to a record high

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan dismissed concerns over the space agency's privatisation, saying it remains a government organisation while working with private companies and startups. He said India needs around 50 launch vehicles annually as the space ecosystem expands

Pakistan captain Fatima Sana has been fined 10 per cent of her match fee and handed a demerit point for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the Women's Asia Cup clash against India after gesturing towards the pavilion following Shafali Verma's dismissal