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BRS working president KT Rama Rao called the Telangana Congress government the most corrupt and weakest in State history, citing lawlessness, political harassment, land controversies, and administrative failures. He demanded investigations into Ministerial misconduct and criticized police inaction.
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India’s young shuttlers advanced impressively on Day 2 of the Badminton Asia U-17 & U-15 Championships 2025, with standout performances in singles and doubles securing multiple Round of 16 berths. Top seeds and doubles pairs maintained strong winning momentum.
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Actor Ram Charan and wife Upasana Konidela are expecting their second child. Upasana shared a celebratory video with family and friends, calling it “double the celebration, double the love and double the blessings” this Diwali.
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Apple shipped 4.9 million iPhones to India in Q3 CY25, a 47% YoY increase, driven by the iPhone 17 series and festive demand. India accounted for 9% of global shipments, while exports surged 75% to $10 billion.
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Four thieves executed a daring daytime heist at Paris’s Louvre Museum, stealing nine priceless imperial jewels worth €88 million. Despite tight security, they escaped on motorbikes. Authorities suspect organised crime involvement, comparing the theft to the 2019 Dresden Green Vault robbery
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A Telangana traffic challan is a legal notice issued by the Telangana Traffic Police in case of violation of road safety or traffic laws. Most of the enforcement is now computerised and you will get e-challans for infractions such as:
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Sensex and Nifty surged in early trade on US-India trade optimism, boosted by IT stock gains, fresh foreign fund inflows, and festive season buying. Brent crude rose, while FIIs purchased equities worth Rs 96.72 crore on Tuesday.
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The rupee strengthened 13 paise to 87.80 against the US dollar amid US-India trade optimism. Gains were supported by foreign inflows, domestic equity rally, and risk-on sentiment, as markets await updates on tariffs and oil import adjustments.
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The Special Investigation Team arrested former Travancore Devaswom Board officer B. Murari Babu in the Sabarimala missing gold case. Accused of forwarding proposals linked to gold removal, Babu will be produced before court as SIT seeks custody for interrogation
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Students and local residents staged a protest at IDA Bollaram, blocking the main road to demand additional RTC services. Commuters cited delays reaching schools, colleges, and workplaces. Police intervened, promising to address the issue with RTC authorities.
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Khammam-based Vibrants of Kalam plans to install 10-foot statues of former President APJ Abdul Kalam in all erstwhile districts of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. The initiative aims to inspire youth and commemorate his legacy through annual events.
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Music director Ilayaraaja informed the Madras High Court that two of his compositions were used in the Tamil film *Dude* without consent. The court asked him to file a separate plea and scheduled the main copyright case for November 19
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Saudi Arabia appointed 90-year-old ultraconservative scholar Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan al-Fawzan as the new grand mufti, replacing the late Sheikh Abdulaziz al-Sheikh. Known for controversial views on Shiites and social issues, his appointment reflects ongoing religious influence despite recent social reforms
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Andhra Pradesh will establish India’s first Artificial Intelligence University, Minister Nara Lokesh announced during his Australia visit. The state is also introducing AI curriculum from high school and setting up AI and Robotics Labs in government schools to boost tech education.
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A 62-year-old man accused of raping a 13-year-old girl in Kakinada district died after jumping into a pond while in police custody. The accused escaped under the pretext of using the washroom while being taken to court.
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The portals of Shri Kedarnath Dham were closed on Thursday morning for winter as Baba Kedar’s ‘doli’ began its journey to Omkareshwar Temple, Ukhimath. With this, three of the four Char Dham shrines have closed for the season.
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US President Donald Trump claimed India would reduce Russian oil imports to “almost nothing” by year-end, crediting talks with PM Modi. He also said he plans to persuade China to follow suit, while defending his controversial tariff policies.
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A Bhadohi woman has accused her husband of selling her jewellery, encashing her insurance policy, assaulting her, and pronouncing ‘triple talaq’ to expel her from their home. Police have filed a case under BNS and the Muslim Women’s Protection Act.
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India denounced Pakistan at the UN for defending terrorists as “freedom fighters,” calling it the “epicentre of terrorism.” New Delhi said Islamabad was twisting international law to legitimise cross-border attacks and obstructing a global anti-terrorism treaty for nearly two decades.
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Three persons were detained by Rachakonda police in connection with the attack on gau rakshak Sonu Singh in Pocharam. A cattle trader, Ibrahim, allegedly opened fire on Singh before fleeing with two others. The BJP plans a protest on Thursday.
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Delhi Toofans edged out Kolkata Thunderbolts 18-16, 11-15, 12-15, 15-11, 15-12 in the Prime Volleyball League, helping Goa Guardians qualify for the semi-finals. Delhi captain Saqlain Tariq was named Player of the Match after a spirited comeback win.
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Four wanted Bihar gangsters, including kingpin Ranjan Pathak, were killed in a late-night encounter with a joint Delhi-Bihar Police team in Rohini. The accused allegedly opened fire at police before being shot dead. An investigation is underway.
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US President Donald Trump has cancelled his planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, citing stalled diplomacy and new sanctions on Russian oil exports. Trump said recent talks with Moscow “didn’t feel right” and expressed hope for a future peace deal.
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