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BRS president K. Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes to Telangana icon Doddi Komaraiah on his birth anniversary, recalling him as the first martyr of the Telangana Armed Peasant Struggle and a lasting symbol of resistance against injustice.
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Actor Allu Arjun wished his son Allu Ayaan a happy birthday with a heartfelt social media post and an adorable photograph. Ayaan, the elder son of Allu Arjun and Sneha Reddy, turned 12 on April 3.
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Hindustan Petroleum (HPCL) suspended 10 LPG distributors for alleged malpractices, reaffirming its zero-tolerance policy. The move comes amid government efforts to curb misinformation, panic buying, and hoarding, ensuring transparency, accountability, and uninterrupted LPG supply to consumers across India
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Iranian drone strikes targeting commercial data centres in the UAE and Bahrain mark a new phase in warfare, highlighting the strategic importance of cloud infrastructure. The attacks disrupted services and raised concerns over the vulnerability of AI-driven systems and global technology networks
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Dubbing has begun for director Abhishek Nama’s mythological action drama Nagabandham, starring Virat Karrna. Actor Jagapathi Babu is currently recording his portions for the film, which explores mysteries linked to ancient Vishnu temples and is set for release on July 3.
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Three men, including an elderly person, were killed in Jharkhand’s Ramgarh district after being trampled by wild elephants in two separate incidents. The attacks occurred in Gola police station area, and authorities have sent the bodies for post-mortem examination
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Indian-American judge Amit Mehta ruled Donald Trump’s January 6 speech was not protected by presidential immunity, allowing lawsuits to proceed. Mehta, known for key antitrust and political rulings, has gained prominence amid ongoing legal challenges involving Trump’s actions
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Hyderabad tennis player Hruthik Katakam has been selected as India’s No.1 player for the Junior Davis Cup Asia/Oceania Final Qualifying event 2026 after winning all five matches in the selection trials. He recently claimed ITF junior singles and doubles titles in Gurugram.
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The Reserve Bank of India approved Emirates NBD Bank’s plan to acquire up to 74% stake in RBL Bank, subject to regulatory clearances. The deal would make RBL a foreign-owned subsidiary, marking a significant development in India’s banking sector
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Global crude oil prices surged after US President Donald Trump warned of potential strikes on Iran, heightening supply concerns. Ongoing West Asia conflict disrupted Strait of Hormuz flows, pressured markets, impacted currencies, and kept investors cautious despite slight declines in gold prices
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Sunrisers Hyderabad all-rounder Abhishek Sharma was fined 25 per cent of his match fee and given one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens.
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Raghav Chadha reacted to his removal as AAP’s Rajya Sabha Deputy Leader, alleging he was silenced, while the party appointed Ashok Mittal, signalling internal tensions and sparking speculation over his political future ahead of Punjab elections.
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Industrialist Gautam Adani met Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, backing the state’s ambitious economic roadmap. Adani praised plans to make UP a USD 1 trillion economy by 2030, reaffirming investments, and later offered prayers at Ayodhya’s Ram Temple
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Tensions escalated in West Asia as Iran launched attacks on Israel and Gulf nations, while US strikes hit Iranian infrastructure. Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz slashed oil traffic, raised global prices, and prompted international talks on restoring maritime security
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Christians across the city observed Good Friday with special services, prayers, and passion plays. Major churches hosted multilingual gatherings and large congregations. The day commemorated Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, with rituals like the Way of the Cross and solemn masses marking the occasion
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The BRS accused the Telangana government of misrepresenting sand mining revenue, alleging price hikes, increased charges and lack of transparency, while demanding clarification and release of complete data to address concerns over possible irregularities.
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The Telangana High Court allowed the Indian Navy’s VLF radar project in Vikarabad forest while keeping a PIL pending for six months to monitor compensatory afforestation progress and ensure compliance with environmental conditions.
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The Union government has put on hold its directive asking airlines to offer 60 per cent of seats for free selection from April 20. The move follows concerns raised by airlines over operational and commercial implications of the proposed rule
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Telangana registered a massive 20-0 win over Gujarat as multiple teams, including Andhra Pradesh, Mizoram and Delhi, secured victories on day two of the Sub Junior Men’s Hockey National Championship in Rajgir
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Chennai Super Kings will look to recover from their opening defeat when they face Punjab Kings in their first home game. With key players returning and youngsters under focus, CSK aim for improvement against a strong Punjab side
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India’s U-20 women’s team suffered a heavy 0-6 defeat against Japan in their opening match of the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup. Despite a positive start, India were outplayed in the second half by the six-time champions
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Chitra Magimairaj ended her nine-year title drought by winning the women’s 9-ball pool Nationals in Ludhiana. She defeated Ishika Shah 7-4 in the final, showcasing experience and composure to secure her fourth national pool title
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India will face Bangladesh in the SAFF U-20 Championship final in Malé, aiming to defend their title. With both teams evenly matched and recent encounters closely fought, the summit clash promises an intense and competitive battle
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Dinesh Karthik highlighted his coaching philosophy at Royal Challengers Bengaluru, focusing on helping players understand their roles. Emphasising clarity and trust, he credited structured preparation and communication for RCB’s strong batting performances in the IPL 2026 season