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Drones, control cell to combat summer forest fires in Telangana
Hyderabad: The Forest Department has drawn up an extensive plan to tackle forest fires across Telangana this summer, deploying advanced drones, strengthening field staff and setting aside nearly Rs 35 crore to…
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Here’s why summer is arriving early in Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Early summers are attributed to the “urban heat island” effect, where buildings and roads trap heat, making the city much hotter than surrounding rural areas, according to an urban heat data…
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Pro-Palestine protest held in Secunderabad against Ambani’s ties with Israel
Hyderabad: Indian People in Solidarity with Palestine (IPSP) held a demonstration outside the Reliance Trends outlet in Secunderabad on Saturday, February 21. A part of a wider action involving Mumbai, Delhi, Hyderabad,…
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Telangana BC Commission to probe quota violations in power corporations
Hyderabad: The Telangana State Backward Classes Commission on Saturday, February 21, will conduct an inquiry into the alleged violations of reservations in recruitments in state run power corporations. In a meeting held…
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Hyderabad police collaborates with influencers to fight cybercrime
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad city police have launched a new outreach initiative on Saturday, February 21, to combat cybercrime by collaborating with social media influencers. The initiative was launched under the ongoing “Jagrut…
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Telangana CM cautions DCC presidents against crushing intraparty opponents
Hyderabad: Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy on Saturday, February 21, cautioned the newly appointed District Congress Committee (DCC) presidents not to crush their opponents within the party, but to take them into…
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After video of man slapping three men goes viral, UP police arrest accused
The Uttar Pradesh police arrested a man for allegedly slapping and hurling slurs at three Muslim men, including an elderly person, in the Rudayan area of Budaun district. The arrest followed after…
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Short-circuit guts irrigation equipment factory in Telangana
Hyderabad: A major fire erupted at a drip irrigation equipment factory located on the Raichur Road of Aiza mandal of Jogulamba Gadwal district on Saturday, February 21; however, no casualties were reported.…
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The Indian women who watch Internet’s worst content so AI can moderate
Every day, 26-year-old Monsumi Murmu watches at least 800 videos and images of violence, sexual abuse and harm in her village in Jharkhand, getting paid roughly Rs 20,000 a month to do…
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UP: 14-year-old Dalit girl dies by suicide after molester released on bail
Meerut: A 14-year-old Dalit girl allegedly died by suicide on February 18 in Uttar Pradesh after her 25-year-old molester was released on bail and then threatened to kill her. A First Information…
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8 famous cricketers who changed their religion and names
Hyderabad: Cricketers are often remembered for their stunning shots, wicket-taking deliveries, and match-winning performances. However, for some, the most significant change in their lives happened off the field. A few renowned cricketers…
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HYDRAA clears encroachments on land worth Rs 1,400 crore in Kondapur
Hyderabad: The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA), on Saturday, February 21, removed encroachments on seven acres of land worth Rs 1,400 crore at Kondapur in Serilingampally, Ranga Reddy district.…
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US envoy Huckabee says it would be ‘fine’ if Israel took all of West Asia
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee has said it would be “fine if they took it all” when asked whether Israel had the right to control territory across West Asia in a…
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Clean environ a right to life: SC issues pan-India directions on waste mgmt
New Delhi: Flagging the “uneven” compliance with the Solid Waste Management (SWM) Rules across India, the Supreme Court has said the present generation cannot afford to wait for further legislative refinement while…
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Tolichowki to Masab Tank: 4 places to try Kashmiri Wazwan in Hyderabad
Hyderabadis are known for their deep love for rich and flavourful food, especially during the holy month of Ramzan when the city’s culinary scene comes alive with traditional favourites. While the city…
