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Pub Pays Price For Wasting Drinking Water

The action followed a public complaint and a field inspection by board officials: Reports

Saddula Bathukamma Celebrated On Grand Scale In Karimnagar

Attired in colourful sarees and jewellery, women and girls played the Bathukamma by making rounds around systematically arranged flowers besides

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Performs Mahanisha Puja in Gorakhpur

CM Yogi Adityanath conducted the Mahanisha Puja, praying for the welfare of all during the auspicious occasion of Navratri. Chief Minister Yogi A

RERA Orders Penalty Against 2 Developers

In the first case, TGRERA found that BVR Infra marketed plots in its SV Golden City-III project at Kadthal in Rangareddy district without registr

Man held for smuggling ganja on government bus at Katpadi

He was lodged at Central Prison in Vellore

Over 800 students graduate at Quaide Milleth College for Men convocation

CM Naidu Banks On Social Re-Engineering In Mayoral Nominations

Naidu said candidates were selected after considering public opinion and feedback from party cadres, with preference given to aspirants who secur

Telangana: Discom Launches Checks Amid Protests By Farmers

Farmers from Kodur in the Pulkal mandal of Sangareddy district recently staged a sit-in protest on main roads against frequent power outages: Rep

29 File Papers For GVMC Mayor Post

A total of 29 candidates filed 39 sets of nominations for the GVMC mayoral post during the three-day filing process ending on Sunday.

Tried to use the angles to be successful: Gurjapneet Singh

Witness Describes Shooting Incident Involving Bollywood Star Tiger Shroff

A witness recounts the shooting incident involving Tiger Shroff in Mumbai, where he was unharmed but two others were injured. Witness Describes S

Women Throng Tank Bund For Bathukamma Finale

Performances by about 700 artists showcased Telanganas cultural heritage: Reports

Gangs won't be spared, M'rashtra Deputy Chief CM Eknath vows after firing at Tiger Shroff's car

Global investors against use of judicial anti-avoidance rule by tax officials

International investors have raised concerns regarding the Indian Income-tax authorities' invocation of the judicial anti-avoidance rule. At a re

Southern India braces for water stress and droughts amid deficient monsoon

Deficient monsoon rainfall has triggered water shortages and crop losses across southern India, putting pressure on reservoirs, rural livelihoods

Over 8,000 police personnel to be deployed for Thevar Guru puja in Pasumpon

Hyderabad traffic police book 417 for drunk driving

Hyderabad: In a major crackdown on drunk driving, the Hyderabad Traffic Police caught 417 motorists during an intensive two-day special drive con

Public, students flock to see modern weapons exhibition held by Ramanathapuram police

1,037 Nominations Filed In Prakasam District

The final list of candidates would be announced that evening: Reports

Education without compulsion

Education must remain a public good, not a commercial arrangement that places an unnecessary financial burden on families. Education Ministers w

MFIs may have to grin & bear for some time as funding pressures persist

A tweak in microfinance norms may be needed as flight to safety overrides growth objectives

Pakistan Claims Victory Over Sri Lanka by 37 Runs in ODI Tri-Series Opener

Pakistan defeated Sri Lanka by 37 runs in the first match of the ODI tri-series, showcasing strong performances from Salman Agha and Shahid Afrid

Some Mission Bhagiratha Sources May Run Out of Water Within Months

Mission Bhagiratha sources face depletion, with Singur reservoir holding just 22 days of normal supply.

Concerns Raised Over Mumbais Law and Order After Shooting Incident Involving Tiger Shroff

The Congress party criticizes the Maharashtra government following a shooting incident involving actor Tiger Shroff, raising law and order concer

Statsguru: Don't blame stubble burning alone for poor air quality

Farm fires are seasonal, but year-round emissions from power plants and persistently high PM2.5 levels underline the need for a broader clean-air

Hyderabad Bathukamma celebrations conclude at Tank Bund

Hyderabad: The banks of Hussain Sagar witnessed grand Saddula Bathukamma celebrations at Tank Bund here on Sunday evening, October 18, showcasing

Credit history won't decide a loan on its own anymore: IDfy Founder

Banks mostly go for larger loans, which are relatively safer. Digital lenders opt for smaller loans, much of it unsecured, says Ashok Hariharan,

The Unfinished Exodus: Kashmiri Pandits and 36 Years of Displacement

By Girdhari Lal Raina, Ex-MLC The tragedy of forced displacement extends beyond the loss of an ancestral homeland to encompass cultural dislocat

CM To Visit 'Future City' On Monday

Later in the day, Revanth Reddy will visit the Young India Skill University campus located at the Bharat Future City in Rangareddy district: Repo

Consultation with Churches Essential for Proposed Christian Marriage Laws in Pakistan

Concerns arise over proposed changes to Christian marriage laws in Pakistan, urging government consultation with church leaders before final deci

Telangana Clears Direct Recruitment For 429 Asst Professors Across 7 Varsities; OU Gets Lions Share of 252

Osmania University will recruit 252 assistant professors: Reports

Engagements in Hyderabad on Monday, October 19, 2026

Tribal Arts Exhibition; Venue: Telangana State Gallery Of Fine Art; Time: 11 am

Key conduit in Gem Granites Veeramani case arrested

Seventh POCSO Act case booked against the octogenarian businessman

The mystery of the 'Havana Syndrome'

A new book investigates the mysterious Havana Syndrome, examining alleged Russian involvement, unexplained injuries among US officials and claims

Just 61 Of 600 Private STPs Enrolled: HMWS&SB Sets Oct 25 Deadline For Mandatory Registration

The initiative was intended to promote the reuse of treated wastewater in construction, industries, gardening and other non-potable activities: O

New Perspectives on LGBT Rights in Special Book Commemorating RSSs Centenary

A special book on the RSSs centenary presents a fresh perspective on LGBT rights, emphasizing dialogue and collaboration, says activist Ankit Gup

Hyderabad Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar Performs Durgashtami Puja

Hyderabad police commissioner V.C. Sajjanar offered prayers to Goddess Durga during Durgashtami rituals at the CAR headquarters, extending festiv

Ukraine launches over 1,000 drones at Russia, oil terminal catches fire

Ukrainian strikes set oil facilities ablaze in St Petersburg amid tensions with Washington, while Zelenskyy said US intelligence sharing had resu

YSRCPs Rajampet MP Midhun Reddy booked for Punganur violence

Police register three cases in connection with the clashes during the filing of nominations for the local body elections, identify 70 persons inv

Parents Allege Negligence As 23 Students Injured

A total of 23 students were taken to Pratyusha Hospital on Saturday night. Nine were admitted to Yashoda Hospital, Malakpet two in the ICU, six

Houthi media says Saudi strike kills 9 in northern Yemen

The Saudi-led coalition fighting the Houthis has launched hundreds of raids in Yemen backing the internationally recognised government since the

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel Visits Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, Reviews Navratri Preparations

CM Bhupendra Patel visited Ambaji Temple on Maha Ashtami, praying for peace and prosperity while reviewing Navratri arrangements for devotees. Gu

Municipal Nomination Process Ends Amid Political Tensions

Andhra Pradeshs urban local body nomination process ended amid political tensions, with the SEC reviewing complaints and scrutiny scheduled for O

Tirupati Nominations End Amid Clashes, Allegations

The controversy centered around YSRC mayoral candidate E Vasudeva Yadav: Reports

Keralam CM offers prayers at Sabarimala, reviews pilgrimage preparations

The visit marked the first time a Chief Minister had visited the hill temple since former Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayans visit in 2017

IOA names 34-member electoral roll for Athletes Commission polls, none from AIFF, AITA, BFI, TTFI

The list of 34 electoral college members two each from 17 NSFs was released by the IOA-appointed electoral officer Sanjay K. Srivastava on Octo

A tale of 2 IPOs: Jio Platforms' unified vision & Tata Sons' divided house

The Jio Platforms listing is about unified vision and choice; Tata Sons' possible IPO faces a divided house

The colleges science lab is antiquated

The Principal received a shoal of petitions to replace the equipment

Five killed as car crashes into State transport bus in Maharashtra's Beed district

CCTV footage from the area showed the speeding car lose control while attempting to avoid potholes on a bridge, leading to the head-on crash with

International Wildlife Racket Hits Odisha: STF Clueless as Orangutan Smuggling Investigation Stalls

A month after the dramatic rescue of five baby orangutans from the Bichitrapur mangrove forest in Balasore district, the Special Task Force (STF)

India Advises Caution for Citizens in Saudi Arabia Amid Ongoing Tensions

India has issued a safety advisory for its citizens in Saudi Arabia due to ongoing tensions, urging caution and avoiding sharing sensitive inform

BJP Leader Flags Limoges Town Hall Blaze As Warning Against Anarchy In Delhi Streets

Telangana BJP chief N. Ramchander Rao cited the reported Limoges Town Hall fire in France to warn against violent street protests in India.

Let the people hedge

Recent measures have gone beyond merely curbing speculation in the foreign-exchange market policy rules

Cow electrocuted after its tail touches exposed wire in Triplicane

AAP's Saurabh Bharadwaj claims Delhi Police harassing Bengali community in CR Park

Building natural wealth

Environmental accounts can inform policy decisions

Bopanna advises me to believe in myself, says Khushi

PM plans, HM executes, CEC implements vote chori: Rahul in Goa

Margao (Goa): Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Sunday, October 18, alleged that Prime Minister Narendra Modi plans vote theft from behind the scen

Alumni Seek Young India Residential Integrated School Construction

Nearly 100 former students protest, urging the government to build a residential school on the 70-acre site.

Twin Cities Abuzz as Politics and Festive Security Converge at Durga Puja Mandaps

Following heated student union election campaigns, Odishas political landscape has shifted directly to Durga Puja mandaps. With municipal electio

Palla Accuses Jagan Of Seeking Presidents Rule To Divert Attention

TD state president Palla Srinivasa Rao accused Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy of seeking Presidents Rule to divert attention from allegations against the

Social Media Influencer Riya Khanolkar Accuses Opposition of Plotting Power Change

Riya Khanolkar claims opposition movements are tools for chaos and power shifts, linking them to extremist influences. Social Media Influencer Ri

FSSAI asks food operators to maintain cold chain for perishables

Food businesses told to maintain prescribed temperatures across supply chain; states asked to act against violations

Taiwan says drives away 16 Chinese ships involved in 'maritime harassment'

An unusually large number of Chinese vessels took part in the coordinated operations around Taiwan's main island and Pratas, a disputed island to

TGCHE Seeks Report On Fatal College Event

The Telangana Council of Higher Education (TGCHE) will issue a notice to MVSR Engineering College on Monday: Reports

7 Held For Fatal Kolkata Durga Puja Stampede

Kolkata Police arrested seven puja committee members after a stampede killed 19 people and injured 25 at a Durga Puja pandal. A judicial probe an

Akshay Kumar meets Uttarakhand CM Pushkar Singh Dhami, discusses states film policy

NorthEast United Triumphs Over Kerala Blasters with a 4-1 Victory in ISL Clash

NorthEast United FC defeats Kerala Blasters 4-1 in a thrilling ISL match, with Alayeddin Azarai scoring twice. NorthEast United Triumphs Over Ker

India women dominate Zimbabwe to clinch T20I series, register stellar nine-wicket win in Raipur

The ongoing T20I series between India women and Zimbabwe women continued with the two sides taking on each other at the Shaheed Veer Narayan Sing

Consumer Protection: Don't risk renewal by handing cheque to agent

The Supreme Court held that an agent had neither express nor implied authority to receive premiums on the insurer's behalf, and hence upheld the

Largecaps are most vulnerable as investors chase mid, smallcaps: Bhansali

Sushant Bhansali, chief executive officer of Ambit Asset Management discusses where the value is and how he runs a microcap book

Graduation day held at engineering college in Ranipet

More than 340 graduates received their degrees

CISF Announces Major Administrative Restructuring Effective November 1

The CISF will implement a significant restructuring of its operational framework starting November 1 to enhance security efficiency. CISF Announc

Microsoft exits Nscale data centre deal in UK amid power delays: Report

Microsoft reportedly ended its agreement for Nscale's Loughton data centre amid power delays, while the cloud provider said its other contracts w

Street signs: MFs deepen smallcap holdings, IPO momentum set to pick up

Sustained inflows lift MF ownership in smallcaps, while the Jio Platforms and Paras Healthcare IPOs are set to revive primary market activity

Work On Bangladesh Vessel Raises NGT Compliance Questions In Vizag

Work on the grounded MV Maa near Tenneti Park has raised NGT compliance concerns, with tourism plans awaiting statutory and environmental clearan

Party-Hopper Radhakrishna Gets Jana Sena Mayor Ticket Within Three Days Of Joining

After submitting his papers, Radhakrishna expressed confidence in the alliances victory: Reports

Vizag Poised To Elect Third Woman Mayor

The Mayor post for GVMC is reserved for Women from the general category: Reports

BJP Fields Ajesh Babu For Anantapur Mayor Post

The BJP has fielded Ajesh Babu Yadav for Anantapur mayor, with health minister Satya Kumar Yadav and state president P.V.N. Madhav attending his

Lenskart shrugs off SoftBank stake sale as FPIs, mutual funds buy in

Stock up 43% in 2026 against Nifty's 12% fall; number of foreign portfolio investors more than doubles in September quarter

Samsung to tap TSMC technology for Nvidia's custom memory chips: Report

Samsung will reportedly use TSMC's 3-nanometre process for Nvidia's custom HBM base dies, marking its first collaboration with the Taiwanese firm

Maharashtras Law and Order Questioned After Shooting Incident Involving Tiger Shroff

NCP MP Supriya Sule criticizes Maharashtras law and order following a shooting incident involving actor Tiger Shroff. Maharashtras Law and Order

Tiruchendur residents flag water shortage, allege inadequate supply to residential areas

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Two-year-old boy dies of suspected malnutrition in Alappuzha

As per doctors, he was acutely anaemic' and appeared malnourished as his weight was 7.6 kg, whereas the normal weight for his age would be closer

Villages Merged With RMC; Wards Increase to 72

The population of the corporation has risen to 5.14 lakh with the merging of the 11 villages that carried a population of two lakh.

Mutual funds strike positive tone on equities as valuations ease

Largecap stocks emerge as contrarian bets as sentiment indicators turn pessimistic and balanced advantage funds raise equity exposure

Civil Supplies Employee Dies By Suicide In Bhadrachalam

The deceased, Lakshminarayana (56), a resident of Pragathi Nagar in Paloncha was found dead at a private lodge on Saturday night

Farm loans lose share in banks credit books as lenders turn cautious on rural exposure

Rural credit trails overall loan growth at several banks in September quarter

St. Petersburg oil facilities ablaze as Ukraine launches more than 1,000 drones at Russia

A logistics centre belonging to Russian retailer Ozon and a data centre operated by Russian tech giant VK were also targeted, the companies confi