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Caste Census: Why decision for new enumeration taken after massacre of 26 persons in Pahalgam?
After the Centre’s sudden and what many feel mistimed announcement to hold the Caste Census the Bharatiya Janata Party is Struggling to come out with a fresh strategy in Karnataka, Telangana, and…
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Jeera Colony: A live museum of Art Deco buildings in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Our city is known for its heritage and historical monuments, especially its medieval era structures like the Charminar and Golconda fort. And in such cities the idea of heritage itself usually…
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12-day Saraswathi Pushkaralu begin at Triveni Sangam, in Telangana
Hyderabad: After the mammoth Prayag Maha Kumbh Mela, Telangana State stage is set for a 12-day Saraswathi Pushkaralu at Triveni Sangam, Kaleshwaram in Jayashankar Bhupalapally District from Thursday. Sri Kaleshwara Sri Mukteshwara…
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Veteran actor Nazir Hussain’s incredible journey from battlefields to silver screen
Who is the Bollywood character actor who fought alongside Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose in the INA, served as the assistant director to the legendary Bimal Roy, and acted in some of the…
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Kohli era in Test cricket ends; but why did he quit just before the England tour?
An era in Indian cricket has come to an end. Virat Kohli, often referred to as King Kohli by his fans, has decided to leave Test cricket forever. It is learnt that…
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Nizam’s 59th death anniversary: Call to emulate his tolerance and public service
Hyderabad: Senior member of the Nizam Awqaf Committee, Abul Faiz Khan, called upon the younger generation to follow the legacy of religious tolerance and public service exemplified by Mir Osman Ali Khan,…
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Part Three: Nitish Roy goes about setting unique stage in one TV series after the other
Art direction in film and television sets the tone for us as viewers to receive the story. On occasion the sets and props can even become uniquely significant for the narrative. A…
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Caste system could help re-think reservation politics; new data might lead to newer avenues
The caste census in India has sparked a lengthy debate. People have different opinions about whether it will have good or bad effects. It could lead to both. Supporters believe the census…
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Fake news can damage society; vitally important to distinguish fact from fiction
After the conflict between India and Pakistan began, we saw a copious outflow of sensational and inaccurate news on our television channels and social media. Blatant lies were peddled as authentic news…
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Maharashtra Family Affair: Will Pawar clan unite or remain scattered?
A few questions first. If the two rival units of the Nationalist Congress Party, one led by the founder Sharad Pawar and another by nephew Ajit Pawar were to merge, what would…
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Deliberate disordering of priorities; unprecedented popularity of fleeting idea
In the ever-growing dystopian world of deceit, lying, and corruption, novels poignantly portray politics that seem to be squinted towards organised hypocrisy. Curiously, people yearn to know everything that simultaneously conjures awe…
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TS Haj panel chief Pasha blames ‘irresponsible’ media coverage for drop in pilgrim applications this year
Hyderabad: Who is to blame for the drop in the number of applications received for Haj 2025 and the subsequent cancellations by the selected pilgrims? It is none but the media, specifically…
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Kaifi Azmi: The king of romance and conscience
Kaifi Azmi was the King of Romance. Kaifi Azmi, Sahir Ludhianvi and Shakeel Badayuni formed a triumvirate of romantic poets-lyricists who dominated the Golden Era of Hindi Cinema. A part of the…
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Cricket: Who will be India’s next captain? Shubman Gill heads the list
The hunt is on for a player to take on the job of India’s next Test captain and 25 year-old-Shubman Gill seems to have emerged as the frontrunner. If the mantle of…
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Hyderabad Urdu Ka Shahar: A cultural chronicle by Farooq Argali
Hyderabad: Hyderabad is not merely a dot on the map; it is a vibrant symbol of elegance, culture, and an enduring legacy. Often hailed as the city of domes and minarets, Hyderabad is…
