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World No. 3 Coco Gauff overcame a stiff challenge from Hailey Baptiste to reach the Australian Open fourth round, while teenager Iva Jovic stunned seventh seed Jasmine Paolini to record the biggest upset of the tournament so far.
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BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao extended financial assistance to the family of late BRS leader Kusuma Jagadish. He handed over a cheque to support the medical education of Jagadish’s daughter and assured continued support to the family
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A man was critically injured after being stabbed in a property-related dispute at Maisammaguda in Pet Basheerabad on Friday. Police arrested the accused following a complaint and are investigating the circumstances that led to the knife attack.
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ICRISAT research shows that transplanting pigeonpea instead of direct sowing can significantly improve yields, reduce climate risks and shorten crop duration. Field trials found stronger plants and better productivity under rainfed conditions, helping farmers narrow the existing yield gap sustainably
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Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre is hosting ‘Padharo Mhare Desh’, a Rajasthani food festival led by guest chef Chetan Singh from Novotel Jaipur, offering traditional dishes, live counters and classic desserts from January 27 to 31.
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The Nehru Zoological Park is set to introduce a new EV train for visitors to go around the sprawling campus, covering enclosures like Tigers, Lions, Giraffe, and Elephants among other animals. The new train is expected to hit the tracks in the month of March
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Senior BRS leaders accused the Congress government of misusing the SIT to harass the opposition and divert attention from governance failures ahead of municipal elections. They questioned selective probes and warned of action against irregularities if BRS returns to power
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The annual Vasantha Panchami festival was celebrated with religious fervour at the Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devasthanam in Basar on Friday. Around three lakh devotees attended rituals, special prayers and Aksharabhyasam, with elaborate arrangements made for smooth conduct
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Regulatory authorities have launched a nationwide crackdown on kumkum and ritual powders adulterated with toxic industrial chemicals, following DCGI directives mandating strict testing, BIS compliance and legal action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act to protect public health.
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Hyderabad-based fintech firm UpTik will host the International Conference on Investments & Global Affairs at the BSE in Mumbai on January 24, bringing together global investors and policy experts to discuss capital flows, alternative investments and regulatory frameworks.
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Medchal police arrested a 50-year-old shepherd for allegedly murdering his landlord, a painter, at Gowdavelli village. The accused reportedly killed the victim with an axe to evade repayment of borrowed money. Investigation is ongoing.
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Actor Prakash Raj shared his delight after meeting renowned astronaut Sunita Williams at the Kerala Literature Festival in Kozhikode. Calling it a moment to cherish, he posted pictures and reflections, while also updating fans on his upcoming film Varanasi.
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One person suffered serious injuries and two others minor injuries after an electric hoarding collapsed at Medaram on Friday. The incident has raised safety concerns among devotees ahead of the Medaram festivities, with complaints of poor coordination among departments
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India pacer Jasprit Bumrah completed a decade in international cricket, reflecting on defying assumptions throughout his journey. From his 2016 debut to becoming the world’s top-ranked Test bowler, Bumrah has emerged as one of the finest fast bowlers across formats.
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Actor Sharwanand unveiled the teaser of stylish crime comedy Baa Baaa Black Sheep, directed by Guni Manchikanti. Featuring an ensemble cast, the film blends crime and humour and is notable for being shot entirely in Meghalaya.
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The United States has formally withdrawn from the World Health Organization, with the Trump administration accusing the global body of pandemic failures and acting against US interests. All funding and staffing have ended, marking a shift in US global health engagement.
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Former IPS officer and BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar said phone-tapping was a lawful intelligence tool handled by police, not politicians. He questioned the SIT probe and alleged political targeting of BRS leaders by the Congress government.
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A security scare was reported at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after a bullet was found in a passenger’s luggage during routine screening. CISF seized the ammunition and handed the passenger to police, who are investigating its source and legality.
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Assam has become the first State to integrate Olympic-calibre expertise into the Small Khelo India programme by hosting an international coach education camp in Guwahati. The initiative aims to strengthen grassroots coaching by equipping former athletes with global best practices.
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BRS leader T Harish Rao warned police officials against acting illegally to target party leaders, alleging misuse of the SIT by the Congress government. He said officers indulging in excesses would be held accountable even after retirement.
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A Mailardevpally-based rowdy-sheeter has been convicted in a narcotics and illegal arms case registered at Falaknuma police station. The Nampally court sentenced him to one year of imprisonment and imposed fines, while police officials welcomed the conviction.
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Two life-sentenced murder convicts, Priya Seth and Hanuman Prasad, who developed a relationship in Jaipur’s Sanganer open jail, are set to marry on Friday after being granted 15-day parole, sparking legal opposition from victims’ families
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HMDA has proposed widening the pipeline road from MGIT to Manikonda with a 6-lane carriageway, sanctioned at Rs 110 crore. A second project will widen the ORR left carriageway from Nanakramguda to Gachibowli, aimed at easing congestion near flyover approaches.
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Flight operations at Srinagar airport were cancelled on Friday due to heavy snowfall in Kashmir, making the runway unsafe. Authorities advised passengers to contact airlines, while meteorological forecasts predict snow continuing through the evening
