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The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of the alleged gang rape of a newlywed woman in Hyderabad by her husband and his associates. The NCW Chairperson has directed the Telangana DGP to register an FIR, arrest the accused, and ensure a time-bound investigation.

A leaked five-minute clip from actor Vijay’s final film Jana Nayagan has sparked outrage in the Tamil film industry. KVN Productions, the film’s producers, issued a strong statement warning that downloading, sharing, or circulating the pirated content constitutes a criminal offence.

A 15-year-old boy allegedly assaulted a 13-year-old girl in Kacheguda after befriending her on Instagram. Police said the suspect lured her to a secluded location before committing the crime.

The fragile ceasefire in Iran faces mounting challenges as US Vice President JD Vance travels to Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials. Israel and Hezbollah continue to exchange fire, while Kuwait reports multiple drone attacks allegedly linked to Iran. Despite denials from the Revolutionary Guard, tensions remain high across the Middle East.

AIADMK chief Edappadi K Palaniswami said actor-politician Vijay should not be compared with party founder MG Ramachandran, calling the late leader far superior. He also criticised Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin, stressing dignity and discipline in political criticism

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu reiterated his government’s commitment to the welfare and development of Backward Classes, assuring sustained efforts for their upliftment. A delegation of BC Welfare Association leaders met him to demand reservations based on population proportion, a separate OBC ministry at the Union level, and an OBC sub-plan with dedicated budget allocation.

A fire broke out on the first floor of a two-storey house in the Kisannagar area of Karimnagar town on Friday evening. The building, owned by Ch Ravinder, suffered property loss estimated at Rs 2 lakh.

The Cyberabad Police have invoked the Preventive Detention Act against five inter-state dacoits from Bihar, accused of carrying out a violent jewellery heist at Chandanagar in August 2023.

Prof. Aftab Hussain of IIIT-Hyderabad has proposed a contactless sleep monitoring system using flexible pressure sensors embedded in a mattress topper. The innovation, which earned him the Young Faculty Research Fellowship under the Visvesvaraya PhD Scheme, can detect falls and predict risks by analysing sleep patterns and movement.

Daniel’s Cricket Academy will conduct summer coaching camps at Vidyanagar and Jubilee Hills from April 15 to June 1. The camps aim to train young cricketers under professional guidance, providing skill development opportunities during the summer break

India finished second in the Asian Boxing Championships with 16 medals, including five gold. Vishvanath Suresh clinched gold, while the women’s team led the charge with a strong performance, topping the medal charts at the continental event

India’s women’s football team begin their FIFA Series campaign against Kenya, aiming to rebuild after Asian Cup disappointment. With a young squad and focus on future tournaments, the team looks to gain experience and improve performance

The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has appointed Dr G Satheesh Reddy, former DRDO Chairman and leading defence scientist, as honorary advisor (R&D). His role will focus on advancing multidisciplinary research, industry collaboration, and innovation aligned with national priorities.

The long-pending high-level bridge across the Godavari river between Mancherial and Peddapalli districts continues to face setbacks. Initially proposed in 2018 at Rs 125 crore, the project was scrapped in 2023 despite administrative sanction

Former MLA Gandra Venkataramana Reddy criticised the Congress government for ignoring the strike by 23,000 electricity department workers in Telangana. He alleged that instead of engaging in dialogue, the government was threatening dismissals and obstructing protests.

The Telangana Irrigation Department has barred media entry into its headquarters, Jala Soudha, allowing only individuals with valid identity cards. Notices enforcing the rule have been displayed at entry points, sparking strong objections from journalists.

A massive salary scam worth Rs 1.40 crore has been uncovered in the Karimnagar police commissionerate. Head constable Neelam Rammohan allegedly created fake bank accounts using the identities of deceased constables and siphoned off their salaries between 2022 and 2026.

India’s updated NDCs, aiming for 60% non-fossil power capacity by 2035 and deeper emissions cuts, boost clean energy ambition, but challenges remain steep

An eleventh-grade student from Warangal has launched Mission TEJAS, a pilot project designed to transform government schools in Telangana into Smart Innovation Schools. The initiative focuses on mentorship, peer learning, and holistic development, supported by professors, industry experts, and startup founders.

Nava Limited’s Women’s Empowerment Centre in Paloncha distributed certificates to candidates trained in Tally and DTP courses. The initiative, part of the company’s CSR efforts, has provided free training, education, healthcare, and safe drinking water facilities to thousands in the district.

Madhya Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh secured convincing wins in their semifinals to enter the final of the Sub Junior Men’s National Hockey Championship. Both teams delivered strong performances and will now face off for the title in Rajgir

India’s young paddlers continued their strong performance, entering the quarter-finals in multiple categories at the Asian Youth Table Tennis Championships. Following a clean sweep in team events, the players now aim to convert their dominance into titles

India’s women’s football team will face hosts Kenya in the FIFA Series 2026 after a disappointing Asian Cup campaign. With only four teams in the competition, the match acts as a semi-final as India look to rebuild momentum

US Vice President JD Vance travelled to Islamabad to lead negotiations aimed at ending the six-week war with Iran. Warning Tehran against attempting to “play” the US, he said Washington remains open to talks if Iran negotiates in good faith