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A 56-year-old man, S Narasimha, died after accidentally falling from a second-floor building while collecting mango leaves for Diwali in Ramanthapur. Uppal police are investigating the incident, which caused grievous head and body injuries to the victim
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Nalgonda police and EAGLE busted a major drug racket involving opioid-based tablets, arresting an electrician and identifying a medical shop owner as supplier. Over 2,400 Spasmo-Proxyvon and 345 Tramadol tablets were seized, and investigations continue to apprehend remaining consumers
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A toddler died and his father was injured when a speeding car hit their motorcycle in Narsingi on Diwali. Police arrested the car driver, who has been booked for culpable homicide not amounting to murder, and investigations are ongoing
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Seventeen-year-old Lasya Penumalli from Hyderabad has launched WellNest, a mental health platform for caregivers. The app, inspired by her family experiences and school outreach, will be available on Google Play and App Store in November, supporting caregivers across India
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Microsoft’s new ROG Ally X and Nintendo’s Switch 2 bring fresh excitement to handheld gaming. While the ROG Ally X offers more power and Game Pass access, the Switch 2 wins on performance stability, exclusive titles, and overall gaming experience
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City fruit markets are witnessing a flood of Kashmiri and Himachali apples following a bumper harvest. Over 19 tonnes of apples arrived in a week at Batasingaram market, with prices expected to ease further as more trucks reach Hyderabad in coming months
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Medical experts and health bodies in Telangana are urging doctors to issue clear, legible prescriptions to prevent life-threatening errors. Advocating a shift towards typed and digital prescriptions, they say complete digitisation will ensure accuracy, patient safety, and professional accountability
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A mega job fair will be held on October 22 at Function Villa, Begumpet, offering employment opportunities across various sectors including IT, pharma, and education. Candidates with SSC and above qualifications can attend the free-entry event from 8 am to 1 pm
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HMDA received 3,677 applications in 2025, approving 2,887 with a 79 per cent approval rate. Permit fee collections surged to Rs 1,225 crore, marking a 245 per cent increase from 2024 and reflecting strong growth in multi-storey, layout, and building projects across Hyderabad
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The National Testing Agency (NTA) announced that JEE Main 2026 will be held in two sessions — January 21–30 and April 1–10. Registrations for the first phase begin this month, with the NTA advising candidates to update Aadhaar and category details
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Hyderabad came alive with Diwali celebrations as markets and homes lit up ahead of the festival. With children set to burst firecrackers, LVPEI doctors urged citizens to follow safety precautions to prevent eye injuries and ensure a joyful celebration
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AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi urged the Indian Embassy in Moscow to rescue four Indians, including a Hyderabad man, allegedly forced into Russia’s war activities. Owaisi said three others from Haryana and Rajasthan remain stranded and need urgent help
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The fourth edition of GHMC’s Indie Puppy Adoption Drive at JVR Park saw 11 of 16 puppies find homes. The event promoted compassion and responsible pet adoption, with GHMC officials encouraging people to adopt Indian breed dogs
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A 9 mm bullet was found in a passenger’s bag during screening at Moosapet Metro Station, triggering a brief security alert. The passenger, Mohammed Ahmed from Bihar, was detained, and Kukatpally Police launched an investigation into how he obtained the bullet
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As part of the SVEEP programme, GHMC is conducting voter awareness initiatives in Jubilee Hills, including rangoli competitions and LED displays. All polling stations are PwD-friendly, with ramps, transport, and pre-booked assistance to ensure easy access for senior citizens and differently abled voters
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BJP senior leaders, including State President N. Ramachander Rao and Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy, campaigned in Jubilee Hills to support Lankala Deepak Reddy. The Sunday holiday enabled greater voter interaction as the party ramped up outreach ahead of the by-election
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Congress candidate Naveen Yadav intensified his Jubilee Hills by-election campaign with support from his family, actor Suman, and Chityala Shweta. Touring Vengal Rao Nagar, he interacted with voters, aiming to expand his reach and strengthen campaign momentum
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BRS candidate Maganti Sunitha expanded her Jubilee Hills by-election campaign across Borabanda, supported by senior party leaders and former ministers. Door-to-door outreach, public blessings, and community engagement, including senior citizens’ support, highlighted her active campaign strategy
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao condoled the death of Maulana Hafiz Peer Shabbir Ahmed, praising his lifelong dedication to religious, educational, and social causes, and assuring support to the bereaved family and members of Jamiat Ulama-Telangana
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Indian Pittas migrating south face fatal collisions with reflective buildings in Hyderabad. NGOs and volunteers have rescued several injured birds, urging citizens to report sightings to experts for proper care and rehabilitation, avoiding direct handling that could harm the birds
