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ACB catches GHMC town planning supervisor accepting Rs 4 lakh bribe in Hyderabad

The Anti-Corruption Bureau caught GHMC Town Planning Supervisor Tulasiram Sunitha accepting Rs 4 lakh as the first instalment of an alleged Rs 8 lakh bribe in Mehdipatnam. The ACB also seized Rs 2.5 lakh in unaccounted cash from her possession.

Watch trailer here: Rajinikanth returns as Muthuvel Pandian in Jailer 2

Rajinikanth returns as Muthuvel Pandian in Jailer 2, whose Telugu trailer has been released. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel promises a bigger action spectacle while retaining humour and quirky elements, with an ensemble cast and music by Anirudh Ravichander.

TRS Demands SCCL Resolve 11 Worker Issues in 60 Days in Hyderabad

Harish Rao Demands Telangana Govt Review Soaring Rice Prices

BRS legal cell seeks action over alleged AI-morphed video targeting party leaders

BRS legal cell State panelist Gautam Prasad Nimburi lodged a complaint with Banjara Hills police over an alleged AI-morphed video targeting K Chandrashekhar Rao, KT Rama Rao and J Santosh Kumar, seeking an FIR, cyber-forensic probe and action against those responsible.

Malkajgiri civic body reviews faulty streetlights

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy directed officials to promptly address faulty streetlights and ensure regular field monitoring. He also stressed maintaining adequate stocks of spare parts to prevent delays in repairs caused by equipment shortages.

TBGKS demands payment of 36 per cent profit share for 2025-26

TBGKS leaders demanded that SCCL pay workers a 36 per cent profit-share bonus for 2025-26. They alleged that only half the announced profit share had been paid since the Congress came to power and sought clarification on Rs 6,300 crore.

Delhi HC seeks dedicated POCSO probe teams to speed up investigations

The Delhi High Court has asked the Commissioner of Police to consider dedicated POCSO investigation teams in every police district to ensure timely probes. The court directed Delhi Police to take a decision within three months on a petitioner’s proposal

BRS plans three-day festivities to mark 10 years of Siddipet district

The BRS has planned three-day festivities from October 9 to mark 10 years of Siddipet district. The celebrations will include a 10K run, youth and retired employees’ meetings, a poets’ gathering, food festival, laser show, rangolis and a public meeting.

Pakistan-made cosmetics worth Rs 7 lakh seized in Hyderabad, wider network suspected

Pakistan-made cosmetics, including skin-whitening creams and soaps, are allegedly being sold in Hyderabad despite lacking mandatory approvals. Task Force officials and CDSCO recently seized products worth around Rs 7 lakh, while police are investigating a wider distribution network.

Himachal Kabaddi players to get Rs 1 crore each after Asian Games gold

Himachal Pradesh Kabaddi reward, women’s Kabaddi Asian Games, Pushpa Rana, Jyoti Thakur, Bhawna Thakur, Rs 1 crore reward, Himachal Pradesh government jobs, India women’s Kabaddi team, Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Renuka Thaku

From sleepy suburb to airport hub, Shamshabad keeps its Monday market holiday

Shamshabad, now a major airport and commercial hub, continues its decades-old tradition of keeping markets closed on Mondays. Traders say the weekly holiday dates back to a time when Sunday was the busiest market day and Monday was used for sourcing goods

Top Indian amateurs set for IGU Southern India Golf Championships in Bengaluru

India’s leading amateur golfers and promising juniors will compete in the IGU Rotary Southern India Bio-Gen Sansera Amateur Golf Championships in Bengaluru, with 77 players vying for the Rs 75,000 winner’s purse. The Ladies and Junior Girls event begins Wednesday

L B Nagar ACP suspended by Telangana government over alleged irregularities

L B Nagar ACP K Krishnaiah has been suspended by the government following allegations of corruption and other irregularities. Disciplinary action had reportedly been initiated earlier but was not completed while he was undergoing hospital treatment, sources said

Hyderabad Ganesh event death: Organiser booked over alleged safety violations

Musheerabad police arrested a 34-year-old real estate businessman in connection with the death of a 19-year-old youth during a Ganesh Agaman event on September 5. Police alleged negligence, unauthorised arrangements and excessive sound levels contributed to panic during the procession

London-Chicago British Airways flight triggers 7700 emergency alert over Ireland

A British Airways flight from London to Chicago declared an emergency while flying over Ireland, squawked the 7700 code and descended to around 9,000 feet. The airline had not immediately disclosed the reason behind the emergency, according to reports

‘Smashing women’s dignity’: AAP attacks Rahul Gandhi after Congress leader slaps, drags woman by hair in Telangana

Aam Aadmi Party has raised concerns over an alleged assault on a Dalit woman in Telangana. The incident reportedly involved Congress leader Amarnath Goud and occurred during a Gram Sabha meeting. AAP accused Goud of slapping the woman and dragging her by her hair in public. The party has criticized Rahul Gandhi for his silence on this issue and called it a reflection of political arrogance.

Why gold prices are fluctuating sharply this year

Gold prices have seen sharp fluctuations this year amid changing expectations on US interest rates, a stronger dollar and geopolitical tensions. HSBC expects the Federal Reserve may not raise rates as anticipated, while central bank buying and demand in India and China could support prices

Hyderabad district athletics meet: Hariom Singu wins U-16 high jump

Hariom Singu won the boys’ Under-16 high jump with an effort of 1.70m at the Hyderabad District National Inter-District Junior Athletics Meet at Osmania University. Several athletes also claimed honours across Under-14 and Under-16 track and field events

India U19 seize advantage after bowling out Australia for 174

Tanmay Baloda claimed six wickets as India Under-19 bowled out Australia U19 for 174 in the second Youth Test in Ahmedabad. Australia hit back late, dismissing both Indian openers to leave India 38/2 at stumps, 136 runs behind

MS Dhoni inaugurates 7Padel sports and wellness facility in Hyderabad

Cricket legend MS Dhoni and PadelPark India co-founders inaugurated 7Padel MS Dhoni in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. The 15,000-sqft facility features padel courts, a gym, recovery suite, wellness studio, café and viewing gallery as the company expands its presence across India

2026 FIFA WC: India takes on Uruguay in final international window clash

India will face two-time FIFA World Cup winners Uruguay in Kolkata on Tuesday in the final match of its international window. The Blue Tigers drew 1-1 with Panama and lost 0-4 to Brazil before taking on another major footballing nation

How e-challans are adding a new layer of transparency to India’s used-car market

E-challans linked to vehicle registration numbers are becoming another check for India’s used-car buyers and sellers. As digital traffic records become easier to access, pending fines can surface before ownership transfers, adding greater visibility to a vehicle’s documentation history

Uncertainty over Karnataka water release leaves Jurala farmers in distress

Farmers in the Jurala ayacut are worried over uncertainty surrounding the release of Krishna water from Karnataka’s Narayanpur project. With Jurala storage at around 4.5 TMCft and inflows declining, farmers fear standing crops could wither unless adequate irrigation supplies reach the region

Two youngsters killed in road accident in Husnabad

Two youngsters died and another was seriously injured after their two-wheeler hit a garbage collection tractor at Ganesh Nagar along Hanamkonda Road in Husnabad in the early hours of Monday, police said. The deceased were aged 24 and 25.

Governor to launch unique 35K cashew saplings plantation programme in Medak

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla will launch a plantation drive to plant 35,000 cashew saplings along NH-765D between Ramayampet and Siddipet in Medak district on Tuesday. The initiative aims to utilise available highway land, increase green cover and promote environmental sustainability

Parul University Brings Constitutional Discourse and Contemporary Legal Perspectives to Samvidhaan Pe Charcha 4.0

The conclave had expert addresses, interactive sessions, PU Talks, workshops and competitive platforms, giving students an opportunity to interact with the legal fraternity beyond the classroom.

Man dies after RTC bus hits him while crossing road in Siddipet

A 50-year-old man died after an RTC bus knocked him down while he was crossing Rajiv Rahadhari on a moped at Timmareddipally in Kondapak mandal on Monday. The man died on the spot, police said.

Adilabad plumber held for alleged deer poaching in Maharashtra

An Adilabad plumber was apprehended for allegedly poaching deer in Maharashtra and planning to sell their meat and antlers in Hyderabad. Police said Shoiab Afzal had been absconding since being booked on August 5 and had been staying in Hyderabad and Maharashtra

Women’s safety in cabs: NCW recommends panic buttons, route alerts and 24×7 monitoring

The National Commission for Women issued safety guidelines for women using app-based cabs, recommending panic buttons, route-deviation alerts, monitoring of suspicious stoppages and 24×7 command centres. It also called for driver verification, background checks, grievance redressal and enhanced late-night monitoring