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Mahindra has announced that its next premium SUV will be called the XUV 7XO, built on the XUV700 platform that has crossed three lakh units. The company said the new model will offer better design, technology and comfort. More details will be revealed soon.
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Bellampalli town observed a bandh as traders and political parties protested the expansion of the main road, claiming it would harm local businesses. Shops were shut, former and current leaders criticised the work, and police foiled a suicide attempt by an agitating trader
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Cyberabad Police Commissioner Avinash Mohanty transferred nine inspectors, including Gachibowli Inspector Mohd Habibullah Khan, who recently booked a land grabbing case against Revenue Minister Srinivas Reddy’s son Harsha. The officers were directed to join their new posts immediately and submit compliance.
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Eric Swider’s Rs 1 lakh crore investment promise for Bharat Future City in Telangana has raised doubts as Trump Media continues to report widening losses, declining revenue and stock volatility. Analysts say the financially troubled firm’s commitment remains highly uncertain
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Spectators will not be allowed at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Uppal, for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy match on December 7 due to security arrangements for Lionel Messi’s upcoming event. HCA and authorities stress safety, while CM Revanth Reddy welcomes Messi to Hyderabad.
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A 75-year-old Habsiguda resident lost Rs 1.09 lakh after clicking a fraudulent WhatsApp APK file linked to a fake Facebook D-Mart offer. Cybercrime police warn the public against opening suspicious files and sharing personal banking information online.
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BioAgri 2025, the premier conference and expo on sustainable biological agriculture, will be held on December 10–11 at Ramoji Film City. Organised by BIPA, the event will feature 40 exhibition stalls, expert sessions, and over 200 delegates from the agri-input sector.
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South Central Railway will run special trains between Cherlapalli–Yelahanka and Cherlapalli–Shalimar from December 8–10 to handle passenger rush. The trains will include AC, sleeper, and general coaches, stopping at major stations across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal.
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Cyberabad Cybercrime officials cracked five cases during a week-long operation, arresting 19 offenders, including nine linked to online trading scams. Courts issued 93 refund orders, returning Rs 47.14 lakh to victims. A major case involved an IT employee cheated of Rs 81.55 lakh.
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BRS leader Dr RS Praveen Kumar accused Forest officials of trying to seize 50 acres of land cultivated by Dalit farmers in Dimda village, forcing them to sleep in their fields out of fear. He demanded government intervention and criticised the local MLA for inaction.
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SCCL has reserved names for two new subsidiaries—one for renewable energy projects (SGECL) and another for international critical mineral mining (SGL). The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has approved the name reservations, marking a major global expansion step for the company.
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Senior BRS leader G Jagadish Reddy criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, calling his rise a misfortune for Telangana and accusing the Congress government of failing the State. He questioned development in Nalgonda and criticised the handling of the SLBC tunnel tragedy.
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A 28-year-old woman from Abdullapurmet died by suicide after reportedly feeling distressed over not clearing a job selection exam held in Bihar. Police have registered a case and begun an investigation. Authorities emphasise seeking help when facing emotional or mental stress.
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A 65-year-old pedestrian, P Lakhupathi, died after a speeding oil tanker hit him while he was crossing the road at Mandamallamma crossroads in Meerpet on Sunday. Police shifted the body for post-mortem and registered a case against the tanker driver.
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Emergency underground power cable repairs at Sri Ram Nagar led to heavy traffic disruptions on the Yousufguda–Borabanda route. Police diverted buses and vehicles, causing delays. Residents faced congestion, poor signage, and power cuts after cables were damaged during GHMC drainage works.
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KTR has asked BRS leaders and workers to celebrate December 9 as Vijay Diwas, marking the Centre’s 2009 announcement on forming Telangana following KCR’s hunger strike. Programmes will be held at constituency headquarters, including tributes and fruit distribution at key locations.
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Prof Benjaram Mahipal Reddy of BITS Pilani, Hyderabad, has been elected a Fellow of the Indian National Science Academy for his major contributions to chemical sciences. A highly published researcher and guide, he is also listed among the world’s top 2% scientists.
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Hyderabad traffic police caught 474 people driving drunk during weekend checks. Most were two-wheeler riders, followed by three-wheeler and four-wheeler drivers. Nine had extremely high alcohol levels. All offenders will be taken to court for legal action.
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Hyderabad has seen a rise in harassment cases against women, with over 4,000 offenders caught by She Teams in 2025. Authorities are taking strict action, sharing offender details with employers, and increasing surveillance in public areas to ensure women’s safety.
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Victories in gram panchayat elections helped leaders like Jogu Ramanna and current MLA Payal Shankar build long political careers in Adilabad. Both began as Sarpanchs, undertook development works and eventually rose to the Assembly through sustained public engagement