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India rejected China’s move to rename places in Arunachal Pradesh, calling it a baseless attempt to assert claims. The MEA said such actions cannot change reality and urged Beijing to avoid steps that harm bilateral ties

Elegans Eagles defeated FNCC Lions 7-4 in the FNCC-Pullela Gopichand Badminton League in Hyderabad, with strong performances across singles and doubles matches during the weekend fixtures at Film Nagar Cultural Centre

Y Setumadhav won the Open rapid prize money chess tournament at A2H Chess Academy in Hyderabad with 5.5 points, defeating Kandi Santosh Sai Karthik in the final round, while securing the top prize of Rs 4,000

Hyderabad traffic police seized a BMW in Jubilee Hills after discovering a Chinese-style flip number plate system during a drunk driving check. The driver, found intoxicated, was booked for DUI and cheating, while police launched further investigation into the illegal modification.

KT Rama Rao accused the Telangana government of widespread corruption, including in Singareni, alleged a Congress-BJP nexus, demanded a CBI probe, and warned of protests while criticising delays in implementing welfare promises and governance failures

Telangana DGP B Shivadhar Reddy inaugurated a police station in Kannepalli and stressed improving public safety through technology, while also promoting road safety awareness during events held across Mancherial and adjoining districts

KT Rama Rao warned of protests against delays in SCCL medical board meetings affecting coal workers’ dependents, accused the coal company of irregularities, and demanded timely action while also targeting the state government over alleged administrative lapses

Around 65 closely contested seats and large-scale voter deletions under SIR could play a decisive role in West Bengal’s 2026 elections, with both TMC and BJP focusing on marginal constituencies where even small vote shifts may change results

TMC and BJP are targeting women, youth and welfare beneficiaries through their West Bengal poll manifestos, while shaping narratives around identity and nationalism, with the Left and Congress focusing on jobs as they try to regain political relevance

Kalyan Jewellers expanded its presence in Telangana with a new showroom in Medipally, inaugurated by Sreeleela. The launch includes special discounts on gold, diamond and silver jewellery, along with the brand’s transparent pricing model.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi shared a video from his Siliguri rally showing strong public support and criticised the Trinamool Congress over appeasement politics, governance issues, and alleged obstruction of Central schemes, while also addressing concerns about national security and development

Mamata Banerjee alleged that the BJP is threatening TMC candidates for support if it falls short of a majority, and warned of a delimitation plan to divide West Bengal, while also accusing the party of bribery and poll manipulation

Security forces continued combing operations in Manipur’s Ukhrul district after a BSF constable was killed, destroying 21 illegal bunkers and recovering arms and explosives, while police intensified surveillance and urged the public to avoid rumours and misinformation

Hyderabad and districts across Telangana are set to experience intense heatwave conditions, with the IMD issuing an orange alert till April 16. Temperatures are expected to rise above 44°C, with several districts already recording highs above 41°C.

The inaugural Boulders Classic golf championship with Rs 1 crore prize money will be held in Hyderabad from April 14 to 17, featuring 132 players, including top Indian and international golfers, marking a major addition to the DP World PGTI calendar

Payal from Haryana delivered an outstanding performance at the Asian Oceania Open Championship in Bangkok, winning two gold and two silver medals. Trained by the Aditya Mehta Foundation, her success highlights strong grassroots support and India’s growing presence in global sports

Hyderabad traffic police caught 466 persons during a weekend drunken driving drive, with the majority being two-wheeler riders. Twelve individuals recorded high BAC levels. All offenders will be produced before court for legal proceedings, officials said.

A 16-year-old intermediate student in Adilabad died by suicide after failing in two subjects. The incident occurred in Danthenpelli village of Utnoor mandal, with police registering a case and initiating an investigation based on a complaint by her mother

A 22-year-old software professional in Siddipet donated her first salary to families of farmers who died by suicide, inspired by her father, a social activist. She distributed sarees and cash to widows, continuing her father’s long-standing support efforts

A 17-year-old student in Siddipet died by suicide hours after failing in two subjects in the intermediate exams. The incident occurred while his parents were away making arrangements for his sister’s upcoming marriage, leaving the family in deep grief

More than half of CEC students failed the Intermediate Public Examinations 2026 in Telangana, with pass percentages below 50 in both years. HEC recorded the lowest performance, while MPC and BiPC streams fared significantly better, according to TG BIE data.

India’s Ayush Shetty finished with a silver medal after losing to China’s Shi Yuqi in the Badminton Asia Championships 2026 final. The 20-year-old had an impressive run, defeating top-ranked players to become the seventh Indian to win a medal

Telangana Police, along with GRP and RPF, apprehended two women at Secunderabad railway station for transporting 7.8 kg of ganja from Visakhapatnam. The accused, residents of Araku Valley, were allegedly paid to deliver the contraband to a local contact.

Resident welfare associations have opposed the 18% GST on maintenance charges announced by Nirmala Sitharaman, warning of increased costs for residents. RWAs are planning a nationwide campaign seeking exemption, despite the government clarifying applicability thresholds.