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Maruti Suzuki India’s market share fell to a 13-year low in FY26, marking a third year of decline. Weak performance in the utility vehicle segment and slowing growth in small cars impacted its position despite new model launches

Mahesh Babu released the teaser of Srinivasa Mangapuram, directed by Ajay Bhupathi, marking the debut of his nephew Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni. The film, set in Tirupati, blends romance and action, generating strong buzz among fans.

Indian households hold a significant share of global gold, with demand remaining strong despite price fluctuations, a report said. Structural factors, global policy shifts and investment trends continue to support gold as a preferred long-term asset ahead of Akshaya Tritiya

A major fire gutted Sri Ganga Bhavani Oil Mill in Sadasivapet, Sangareddy district, destroying oil, oil seeds and machinery worth around Rs 1 crore. The blaze, suspected to have been caused by a short circuit, was controlled after two hours.

BRS is set for a major show of strength in Jagtial on April 20, where party chief K. Chandrashekar Rao will address a public meeting after a long gap. The event also marks senior leader T. Jeevan Reddy’s induction.

A woman allegedly attempted suicide by consuming pesticide during a government programme in Suryapet, claiming injustice in Indiramma house allotment. She was immediately shifted to hospital. The incident triggered shock among officials and calls for an inquiry.

Actor Sundeep Kishan’s upcoming film with director Krishna Chaitanya has been titled Power Peta. The title was unveiled as the actor completed 16 years in cinema. The film promises a gritty narrative with a strong technical team backing it.

PUMA India has launched the #RCBEverywhere campaign with RCB stars Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Krunal Pandya, urging fans to wear the team jersey beyond stadiums. The initiative celebrates fan culture and strengthens brand engagement through everyday visibility.

The Lok Sabha witnessed heated exchanges as the government introduced key constitutional and delimitation bills, sparking strong opposition from multiple parties. The debate centred on federal structure concerns, women’s reservation implementation, and procedural objections during the special Parliament sitting.

A Hyderabad-based SRH fan and Orange Army Fan Club founder has got a massive Sunrisers Hyderabad logo tattooed on his arm, calling the franchise an emotion. He says the gesture marks his 13-year-long journey of unwavering support.

Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins has cleared his fitness test and is set to rejoin the squad in IPL 2026. The Australian pacer is expected to return ahead of the Rajasthan Royals match after recovering from a back injury.

Telangana has announced a comprehensive heatwave action plan, mandating water bells in schools and reduced Anganwadi hours, while designating malls and public buildings as cooling centres. Authorities have also issued an Orange Alert with temperatures expected up to 44°C.

Mumbai Indians have signed Krish Bhagat as a replacement for injured Atharva Ankolekar ahead of IPL 2026. The 21-year-old Punjab pacer joins MI at his base price of Rs 30 lakh and brings experience in first-class and List A cricket.

RCB pacer Josh Hazlewood praised his team’s disciplined bowling and confident batting after their win over LSG, highlighting simple execution plans. Faf du Plessis also lauded captain Rajat Patidar’s explosive strike rate in the first 10 balls.

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rose in early trade on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices, optimism over US–Iran talks, positive global cues and foreign fund inflows, signalling improving investor sentiment despite recent geopolitical uncertainties.

Eight devotees from Karnataka were killed and 12 injured after their vehicle collided with a lorry in Andhra Pradesh’s Kurnool district. The victims were travelling to Mantralayam for darshan. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu expressed shock and ordered medical assistance.

A fire broke out in the Rayalapur forest area of Medak district on Wednesday night. Fire tenders were deployed by the Forest Department to control the blaze. No casualties have been reported so far, officials said.

A technical glitch in HMWSSB’s IVRS system disrupted customer services, including tanker bookings, across Hyderabad. The helpline remained non-operational, forcing residents to rely on alternative methods. Officials said efforts were underway to restore services at the earliest.

The rupee appreciated 6 paise to 93.27 against the US dollar in early trade on Thursday, supported by easing crude oil prices and a weaker dollar, though foreign fund outflows and importer demand capped sharper gains.

As temperatures rise in Hyderabad, complaints of power cuts have surged across several areas. Residents reported prolonged outages since Wednesday night, while TGSPDCL acknowledged grievances but many claimed issues remained unresolved, affecting daily life and work-from-home routines.

An unidentified man was found hanging from a tree on Kali Khabar Road in Hyderabad on Thursday morning. Police suspect he died by suicide late Wednesday night. Mirchowk police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

The US Navy has issued radio warnings to merchant vessels in and around Iran, declaring its readiness to board and seize ships violating the blockade on Iranian trade. A message broadcast by US Central Command emphasised that vessels transiting to or from Iranian ports would face interdiction.

The Supreme Court’s nine-judge Constitution Bench, led by Chief Justice Surya Kant, continued hearings on the Sabarimala review reference, focusing on the tension between religious freedom and fundamental rights. Senior advocate Abhishek Manu Singhvi, representing the Travancore Devaswom Board, argued against the “essential religious practices” doctrine.

The Department of Telecommunications and SEBI have signed an MoU to share telecom intelligence to curb financial frauds. The system will enable early detection of suspicious mobile numbers and strengthen coordination to prevent cyber-enabled investment scams across India’s financial markets