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A ruling TVK functionary, Kannan, was hacked to death by an armed gang in Chennai's Besant Nagar, with police arresting five suspects. A history-sheeter, Kannan was allegedly killed over previous enmity. The murder triggered Opposition criticism of Tamil Nadu's law and order

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan recalled how discussing the green bee-eater during his 2007 IFS interview became a memorable moment in his career. A keen birdwatcher, Karnan also shared his experiences of birding across India at the Hyderabad Bird Atlas event

Telangana has invited bids from private Charge Point Operators for 369 public EV charging stations, including 200 in Hyderabad and 169 under TGNPDCL jurisdiction. Selected operators will handle installation, maintenance and commercial management for 10 years, with subsidy support available

A London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight carrying around 270 passengers made an emergency landing at Bengaluru airport after developing a technical issue shortly after take-off. The aircraft circled near Tumakuru for over half an hour before returning as a safety precaution

The decomposed body of an unidentified man was found in roadside shrubs in Maharashtra's Hingoli district, with police suspecting murder. The body had a severed hand and visible injuries. Police believe it was dumped after the man was killed elsewhere

Bihar floods have affected around 19.57 lakh people across 11 districts, with the Ganga crossing its previous highest flood level at Gandhi Ghat in Patna. Authorities have heightened vigilance, deployed boats and rescue teams, and advised residents to remain cautious

The ISSO Football and Tennis Games in Jaipur have brought together 1,670 athletes from 90 teams across India. Hosted by Jayshree Periwal International School, the event features football and tennis competitions across multiple age groups, promoting teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship

Nepal and South Korea discussed search, rescue and relief operations following devastating floods that have killed more than 1,300 people and left around 5,000 missing. Seoul expressed willingness to support Nepal’s post-disaster reconstruction and climate-related initiatives

The YSRCP accused the Andhra Pradesh government of blocking social media accounts allegedly exposing irregularities in DSC 2025 recruitment. The party demanded a CBI probe and Education Minister Nara Lokesh’s resignation, while alleging misuse of the sports quota.

Two minor sisters, aged 15 and 9, drowned in the Saryu river in Gonda after slipping from a wall near a ghat while feeding fish. Locals and divers rescued them, but doctors declared both dead at a community health centre

Self-styled influencer Swatantra Bharadwaj was sent to one-day judicial custody after being produced before a Delhi court via video conferencing. He was held following allegations that he claimed to have assaulted the father of a minor student protestor during a demonstration

World No. 1 An Se Young defeated Tomoka Miyazaki 21-17, 21-6 to win the China Masters for a third straight year and claim her seventh title of 2026. The Olympic and world champion completed the tournament without dropping a game

Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharshan Reddy has sought a three-week extension of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The request could push final voter list publication to late November or early December, from the scheduled October 19 date

A 31-year-old medical lab technician died by suicide at Siddipet Government Hospital on Sunday. Pavan Kumar, who had worked there on an outsourcing basis for seven years, was found hanging on the third floor. Police registered a case

Ireland women’s all-rounder Arlene Kelly has announced her retirement from international cricket after a four-and-a-half-year career. The 32-year-old, who was born in New Zealand, featured in 110 matches for Ireland and leaves as the team’s third-highest wicket-taker

Speculation over a Telangana cabinet expansion and portfolio reshuffle has intensified, with senior and younger Congress MLAs lobbying for ministerial berths. The leadership faces a balancing act involving regional, community and age considerations while accommodating competing aspirants

Eight shops were completely destroyed in a fire at Bokaro’s Sector-6 market on Sunday morning, officials said. Three fire tenders brought the blaze under control within an hour. No casualties were reported, while a short circuit is suspected as the cause

Andhra Pradesh ACB seized Rs 2.48 lakh during surprise checks at a toll plaza near Kavali in SPSR Nellore district. The agency alleged that an MVI was collecting illegal gratification from vehicle drivers with assistance from others.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has criticised the Telangana government over pending fee reimbursement dues, alleging that students are being denied certificates and consequently missing job and higher-education opportunities. He demanded immediate payment of dues to eligible beneficiaries

Indian stars Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill will face off as Amritsar Soormas take on Fazilka Falcons in the Sher-E-Punjab T20 Cup. Both sides will look to bounce back strongly and secure a crucial victory in Monday’s high-profile clash

The BRS has challenged the Congress government in Telangana to dissolve the Assembly and face mid-term elections, questioning its achievements and unfulfilled promises. Party leaders also criticised the government over irrigation, welfare schemes and alleged neglect of Nalgonda district

A London-bound Virgin Atlantic flight carrying around 270 passengers made an emergency landing at Bengaluru’s Kempegowda International Airport on Sunday after developing a technical glitch shortly after take-off. The aircraft circled near Tumakuru before returning, with all passengers reported safe

Veteran domestic cricketer Shreyas Gopal completed his 100th First-Class appearance in the Duleep Trophy final, calling the milestone “surreal” and a proud moment. Gopal reflected on his career, the challenges of domestic cricket and the importance of discipline and perseverance

The government has sold about 4,000 tonnes of buffer onions across 17 cities at Rs 35 per kg to curb rising prices. Officials expect the arrival of the new kharif crop from mid-October to ease supply pressure further