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The CDSCO has warned against indiscriminate use of painkillers and antibiotics, citing associated risks including chronic kidney disease. It has directed State drug authorities to enforce prescription requirements, while advising doctors, retailers and the public to promote safer medicine use.
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The Telangana Junior Doctors Association has sought statewide safety audits, timely funding and better protection for healthcare workers in government hospitals. Citing concerns at RIMS Adilabad and MGM Hospital, it also demanded emergency repairs and faster completion of projects.
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BikeWo Green Tech plans to build an operating fleet of around 10,000 vehicles in FY 2026-27, backed by a Rs 76-crore preferential warrant issue. The company is expanding into EV leasing, asset ownership and specialised mobility services.
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GMR Aero Technic and StandardAero have signed an agreement to establish GAT as an authorised service centre for on-wing engine support in the Asia-Pacific region, offering airlines services including inspections, engine replacements, preservation, software upgrades and logistics support.
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A Hyderabad consumer panel has directed a hospital and neurosurgeon to pay Rs 20 lakh compensation after finding a deficiency in post-operative care following spinal surgery. The complainant later underwent emergency revision surgeries in the United States.
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Former Warangal (West) MLA Dasyam Vinay Bhaskar was discharged from a private hospital after suffering injuries during an alleged police assault at MGM Hospital. Former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao and several BRS leaders spoke to him and enquired about his health.
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A Hyderabad-born Canadian birder spotted a rare leucistic Great Cormorant at Ameenpur Lake during a recent visit. The bird’s unusually pale plumage stood out among regular dark cormorants, prompting him to photograph it and independently verify the unusual sighting.
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Madarapu Vanishree’s novel ‘Pootakoollavva’ was launched at Oxford Grammar School, Himayatnagar, at an event organised by the Deccan Heritage Academy Trust. The author said human relationships, social circumstances and her life experiences inspired her to write the novel.
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A National Institute of Nutrition study has found that visually appealing ‘foodporn’ images of healthy foods could increase adolescents’ willingness to consume them. Millet porridge and chana salad received stronger responses when attractively presented, highlighting the influence of food imagery.
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The investigation into the Bolarum Madras Regiment armoury theft has widened, with former havildar U Mallesh granted 10 days’ police custody. Investigators are examining his motive, online activity, possible arms-dealer links and the suspected involvement of two serving Army personnel.
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The RIMS Adilabad fire has renewed concerns over safety and infrastructure in Telangana’s government hospitals. TGGDA has flagged maintenance gaps, staffing shortages and delayed Aarogyasri payments, and sought dedicated funds, safety audits, modern critical-care facilities and faster infrastructure upgrades.
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A Begumpet immigration consultancy allegedly cheated job seekers from Telangana and Andhra Pradesh by promising overseas jobs and visas. More than 11 victims have approached police in the past two months, alleging losses of lakhs of rupees. Police are investigating.
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Cyberabad Police have detained a 33-year-old man under the PD Act for allegedly cheating women by posing as a wealthy NRI on matrimonial websites. Police said he is linked to 19 cases and allegedly misused victims’ financial details for transactions and betting.
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Hyderabad is set to get open-top electric double-decker buses for sightseeing, with TGTDC planning two new vehicles and seeking HMDA’s existing fleet. The move revives the city’s long association with double-deckers, phased out in 2003 after decades of service.
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Telangana’s Narcotics Bureau and Eagle Force have received national recognition after scoring more than 80 per cent across seven anti-narcotics assessment parameters. Eagle Force Director Sandeep Shandilya received the award from Union Home Minister Amit Shah in New Delhi.
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The Telangana Human Rights Commission has sought a report from the Cyberabad Police Commissioner over the alleged assault of a woman by a Home Guard near Hafeezpet Railway Station. The matter, prompted by an online complaint, will be heard on November 17.
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The IMD has forecast very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across several Telangana districts, with some areas potentially receiving more than 204.5 mm. Hyderabad and neighbouring districts are also under a heavy rainfall warning through September 26, with thunderstorms expected.
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FlixBus India is launching a Hyderabad–Pondicherry Volvo sleeper service, with a stop connecting travellers to Tiruvannamalai. The company will also add routes to Guntur, Coonoor and Ooty and introduce 120 buses to expand its southern network.
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Hyundai Motor Group has announced a Rs 10 lakh Mobility Innovation Ideathon for students from its CoE member universities. Participants can submit ideas under four categories focused on enhancing in-vehicle experiences, with preliminary winners announced October 30 and finals December 16.
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Rashtriya Sainik Sanstha concluded its 19th National Convention at MCEME in Secunderabad, bringing together around 100 delegates from across India. Held under the theme ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’, the convention focused on converting veterans’ experience into national action.
