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J-K Assembly passes resolution on Article 370, confrontation with centre on anvil
The Jammu and Kashmir legislative Assembly on Wednesday passed a resolution seeking restoration of special status and other constitutional guarantees enlisted in the Article 370 that was abrogated on August 5, 2019…
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Hyderabad drone startup Marut gets $6.2m
Hyderabad-based drone startup-Marut Dronetech has raised $6.2 million from Lok Capital, a leading investment fund. Marut Drones, founded in 2019 has been making waves with its capability to deploy drones in key…
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Telangana: Artificial pollen and nectar to boost beekeeping and ecology
Hyderabad: The population of bees has been dwindling for decades, and studies predict their extinction sooner or later. While climate change and the indiscriminate use of pesticides are some of the major…
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Maharashtra polls: The value of migrant labour’s votes
This is probably one of those few occasions when everyone wants the sugarcane harvesting labour to stay home till voting day and not foray far afield. That is because the politicians want…
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Indian cricket is doomed unless drastic changes are made, says Bobby Rao after NZ whitewash
India’s shocking 3-0 defeat against New Zealand has left fans and experts bewildered and angry. Many are calling for immediate changes, and the BCCI has been caught off guard by the developments…
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Muslim politics: Revisiting the past to understand politics of today and tomorrow
The Muslims who grew up after December 6, 1992 are often in a state of dilemma as to whether it was the alleged inept handling of the Babri Masjid dispute by the…
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Maharashtra: This is most expensive poll in the State
Mumbai: Though all the contestants in an election file the return of expenses after any elections, such disclosures are a mere formality. It is common knowledge that even the votes are literally bought…
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Diwali: A shared celebration across cultures in Indian history
Artefacts preserved in Hyderabad Central Library reveal that Indian Muslims have long played a role in Diwali celebrations. However, due to the inaccessibility of historical sources written in Urdu and Persian, much…
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Cricket: V V S Laxman turns 50; his heroic best was 281 against Australia at Kolkata
During his illustrious cricket career, he was known for his elegant stroke play as a middle-order batsman. The team against which he loved to compete was Australia and with the much talked…
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Economy and inflation dominate as top voter concerns in final election week
Dallas: The upcoming election for the White House is of immense significance, as it will determine the next tenant of the White House and shape the future of the United States. Whether…
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Maharashtra Polls: Thackeray cousins and the rest; Mumbai Meri Jaan
Mumbai: Bal Thackeray didn’t ever want to contest any election. Not once. The Shiv Sena that he founded was aimed at getting the Marathi manoos his rights in Mumbai which was being…
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Banu Ke Shahar Main BANAT: Urdu writers honour Jeelani Banu, discuss issues
Hyderabad: When a woman rises, she lifts not only herself but all women around her—and when that woman is a writer, her words can spark transformation. The two-day Bainul Aqwami Nisai Adabi…
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A cyclone from Hyderabad named Abdul Malik is building up
Hyderabad: In the course of its cricketing history, Hyderabad has produced several noteworthy spin bowlers. They have played for India with distinction and helped the country to chalk up memorable triumphs. But…
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Civil war in Sudan continues, women suicide to avoid rape and massacre
The ongoing civil war in Sudan between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues to claim hundreds of civilian lives, with the United Nations (UN)…
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Cricket: India’s series loss to New Zealand has raised grim questions
An undefeated run of 12 years ended in disgrace when India lost the second Test match and the series to the visiting New Zealand team. With big battles coming up against Australia for the…