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LB Nagar MLA D Sudheer Reddy said residents along the Musi River were living in fear due to ongoing works, while asserting that earlier beautification efforts under the BRS government were completed without demolishing houses

Over 5,000 contractors in Hyderabad have threatened to halt civic works from March 23 over Rs 700 crore in pending dues. They blame delays on faulty WMS and ERP systems, warning that infrastructure projects could be severely affected.

Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu said the Asian Development Bank is yet to approve the Musi Rejuvenation project but is largely satisfied. The Telangana government is exploring multiple funding options, including PPP mode, to take the project forward

NCC Director General Lt Gen Virendra Vats urged integration of cyber and drone training during his visit to Secunderabad. He reviewed ongoing initiatives and stressed equipping cadets with future-ready skills to meet modern challenges and strengthen nation-building efforts.

The government has directed airlines to provide at least 60 per cent seats free of charge on domestic flights and ensure passengers on the same PNR are seated together, aiming to improve passenger rights and curb additional service charges.

Nine family members, including three children, were killed in a massive fire at a residential building in Delhi’s Palam. The blaze, suspected to have spread due to flammable materials, left three injured and triggered a large-scale rescue operation.

Eight family members died in a fire triggered by an EV charging explosion in Indore. The Madhya Pradesh government ordered a probe and SOP for EV charging, while PM Modi announced ex gratia. The incident raises safety concerns.

SCCL executives are awaiting clearance of Rs.277 crore in performance related pay for 2022-23 and 2023-24, with the State government yet to approve the disbursal, prompting concerns and possible protests by officers’ associations.

The Karnataka Assembly debated banning DJ music at cultural and religious events, with the Congress government seeking BJP support. Ministers cited cultural erosion and noise pollution concerns, while opposition members objected, leading to plans for a detailed discussion later.

Andhra Pradesh launched the ‘Divyang Shakti’ scheme to provide free bus travel to persons with disabilities. Covering APSRTC services, the initiative benefits 12.76 lakh people, enhances access to education, healthcare, and employment, with an annual budget of Rs 207 crore.

The rupee fell to a record low of 92.63 against the US dollar, pressured by foreign fund outflows, strong dollar demand and geopolitical tensions, even as domestic equities gained and crude prices showed slight easing in global markets.

The Election Commission of India has transferred 13 IAS officers serving as district magistrates in West Bengal, along with five IPS officers, as part of ongoing administrative reshuffles ahead of the upcoming two-phase Assembly elections in the state

Hyderabad will host the first India stop of Anirudh Ravichander’s XV Tour on March 21, 2026, at Gachibowli Stadium. The concert celebrates 15 years of his music career and promises high-energy performances with advanced production and global tour standards.

A French health agency review of 2,500 studies finds vaping significantly less harmful than smoking, though not risk-free. The findings offer key insights for India as policymakers assess harm-reduction strategies amid ongoing concerns over smoking-related diseases.

Kukatpally police arrested a man for allegedly cheating a jewellery shop by diverting the salesman’s attention and swapping real gold rings with fake ones before escaping. The accused is reportedly involved in three similar offences.

Two farmers in Ragothampally village of Siddipet died by suicide within 48 hours, reportedly due to mounting debts and continuous agricultural losses, leaving the small farming community shocked and raising concerns over financial distress among farmers.

Congress MP Pradyut Bordoloi joined the BJP a day after quitting the party, citing humiliation. Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma said more leaders would follow, as political shifts continue ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections

A 31-year-old property dealer was shot dead outside a gym in Chandigarh’s Sector 9. The incident, the second firing in 24 hours, has raised concerns. Police suspect rivalry, while a separate university shooting may be gang-related

Telangana ranked last among large States in the Consumer Justice Ranking 2026, with the India Justice Report highlighting vacancies in commissions and significant delays, with cases taking up to 974 days for disposal against the stipulated 90 to 150 days.

Indian-flagged tanker Jag Laadki carrying 80,886 MT of crude arrived at Mundra Port amid the West Asia conflict. The shipment underscores India’s energy security concerns as the Strait of Hormuz blockade disrupts Gulf oil, gas, and LPG supplies.

India has sharply increased Russian oil imports after the US allowed higher purchases, prompting several tankers originally bound for China to divert to Indian ports. Analysts say rising demand from multiple buyers could push global oil prices higher.

Eid ul-Fitr marks the end of Ramadan, with Muslims worldwide observing prayers, family gatherings, and festive traditions. This year’s celebrations unfold amid geopolitical tensions, affecting communities in the Middle East, the US, and beyond.

The government informed Parliament that public sector bank job aspirants must maintain a healthy credit score at the time of joining, though it is not mandatory for application, with only a small fraction of candidates affected by the rule.

Several closely fought matches marked the Senior National Table Tennis Championship in Indore, with multiple players clinching hard-fought victories in deciding games across men’s and women’s singles, reflecting intense competition and narrow margins in qualification rounds.