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Over 600 TGRTC buses remained off roads in Khammam as employees launched an indefinite strike, demanding pay revision and merger with the government. Commuters faced severe hardship, relying on costly private transport while protests were held across multiple depots.
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Private vehicle operators allegedly overcharged passengers in Kumram Bheem Asifabad during the TGRTC strike, exploiting disrupted bus services. Commuters, especially from rural areas, complained of steep fare hikes and urged authorities to take action against the exploitation.
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Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar urged RTC employees to withdraw their strike, assuring that most demands would be resolved. He said a committee is reviewing key issues, while warning that disruption of bus services would inconvenience lakhs of daily passengers.
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In New York, Sanjay Malhotra said short-term FDI outflows and exchange fluctuations are cyclical and monitored. He highlighted reforms, strong fundamentals, low inflation, robust forex reserves, and India’s growth trajectory at a financial round-table discussion
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Mini Mathur enjoyed a solo foodie trip to Phuket at 49, exploring traditional eateries and local dishes. She shared highlights online, calling it her first solo food journey and expressing excitement to plan more such travel experiences
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Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty declined in early trade after a three-day rally, dragged by IT stocks led by HCLTech. Foreign outflows and concerns over West Asia instability further weighed on sentiment, even as global markets showed mixed trends.
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The rupee weakened for the third consecutive session, falling 31 paise to 93.75 against the US dollar, pressured by rising crude oil prices, foreign capital outflows, and uncertainty surrounding a potential West Asia peace agreement and escalating geopolitical tensions.
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In Thrissur, a Munthathikkode fireworks accident claimed 13 lives, with bodies still being identified through forensic analysis. Several injured remain hospitalized. Authorities opened control rooms, while a veteran fireworks maker survived, rescuing others before deciding to retire
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RTC strike disrupted bus services across Adilabad region, leaving villagers stranded and forcing reliance on costly private transport. Women and rural commuters faced hardship, urging the government to restore services and ease inconvenience.
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RTC employees blocked bus operations across depots, halting services and leaving passengers stranded. Private buses faced resistance, police ensured order, and commuters turned to autos and interstate buses amid widespread transport disruption in Telangana
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A bus operated by a private driver during the TGSRTC strike crashed into a truck in Karimnagar, injuring passengers. The incident has raised safety concerns, while transport disruptions and fare hikes by private operators continue
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TGSRTC employees launched an indefinite strike, halting bus services across Telangana and disrupting travel. Limited alternative arrangements failed to meet demand, while the government formed a committee to examine employee demands and seek resolution.
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Farmers staged protests across Khammam district over delays in maize and paddy procurement. BRS leaders and farmer groups alleged inadequate purchase limits, lack of gunny bags and government inaction, warning of intensified agitation if procurement operations are not started immediately
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US President Donald Trump has called on Iran to release eight detained women ahead of possible negotiations in Tehran. The detainees include members of the Bahai faith, teenage girls, and professionals arrested during anti-government protests earlier this year.
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World number one Jannik Sinner says his main focus is Roland Garros despite preparing for Madrid Open. The Italian star, fresh from Monte Carlo victory, aims to fine-tune his game before the French Open, the only Grand Slam missing from his collection
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Shiva Narwal won gold in the 10m air pistol junior event, while Chirag Sharma took bronze and Panaah Bhugra claimed silver in air rifle at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, marking a strong start for India’s shooters
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Rajasthan Royals will look to end their recent slump when they face Lucknow Super Giants in an IPL match. While RR struggle with middle-order form, LSG are also in poor touch, setting up a crucial contest for both sides
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The Telangana High Court adjourned to June 15 the hearing on petitions challenging the CAT order that quashed Jaiteerth Joshi’s appointment as Director General of BrahMos Aerospace. Both the Union government and Joshi have questioned the Tribunal’s ruling
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Falaknuma FC registered a dominant 8-0 victory over Susai FC in the TFA C-Division football league at Gymkhana Ground on Tuesday. Fardeen scored twice, while five other players contributed a goal each in a one-sided contest
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Kodi Alekhya from Telangana, who captained DKR FC in IWL 2, has been selected to represent Kheda Probandi FC in the final round. The tournament will begin on May 1, marking another step in her rising football career
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The RTC Joint Action Committee (JAC) has called for a strike beginning Tuesday midnight, threatening to disrupt bus services across Hyderabad. The State government is preparing contingency measures, including deploying private drivers, but unions warn of safety risks.
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Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket failed to place AST SpaceMobile’s BlueBird 7 satellite in its designated low-Earth orbit, rendering it unusable. The Federal Aviation Administration has grounded the rocket and ordered a mishap investigation.
