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Slain Forest Beat Officer Selected For Anti-Poaching Award

Naveen worked as forest beat officer of Cheruvusingaram West Beat in the Musalimadugu section of the Palvancha range.

23 Oct 2026 2:29 am
Man Beaten To Death Over Theft Of Rs 20 Water Bottle

Kumar recently visited Vijayawada. At around 2.30 am on October 19, he allegedly tried to take a water bottle from the refrigerator at a pan shop on Patamata Donka Road.

23 Oct 2026 2:22 am
Womens Chess Event On Saturday, Sunday

Women who are Indian citizens and residents of Telangana are eligible to participate, with no age limit. Registrations can be made through the website www.chesstelangana.com or by contacting phone numbers 7337578899, 7337399299, the release read

23 Oct 2026 2:11 am
Trisha Captain Of Hyderabad Under-23

The Squad: Gongadi Trisha (captain), Kunchala Niteesha (vice-captain), Prathiksha Venkatesh, K. Nidhi (wicket-keeper), Drithi Kesari, Sandhya Gora, Kranthi Reddy Nalla, Eddla Srujana, Kavya Sree, Palthya Parvathi, Eddla Darshini (wicket-keeper), Katta Tejaswani, P. Siri Chendhanaa, Ediga Meha Laxmi, Nandhigama Akshaya

23 Oct 2026 2:05 am
London Royals Set To Tee-off At TPGL

The Royals hosted a camaraderie event bringing together representatives from all 16 participating teams, including captains, team owners, players and partners. The gathering celebrated the values of friendship, unity and mutual respect that make golf a truly special sport.

23 Oct 2026 2:00 am
Haf.vc Invests Rs 3 Cr In Hunar.AI

The investment will be used for AI infrastructure, product development, sales and market expansion.

23 Oct 2026 1:57 am
Pranav Shines In Hyderabad Draw

In their second innings, Uttarakhand managed 197 in 52.5 overs, with Arush Melkani scoring 68 and Divyam Rawat contributing 45

23 Oct 2026 1:55 am
Telangana To Host Raksha Expo's Curtain Raiser Tomorrow

The expo's curtain-raiser will be held at Falaknuma Palace on Saturday, with over 80 industry leaders in attendance.

23 Oct 2026 1:50 am
TD, YSRC Workers Clashes Continue Over Filing ZPTC, MPTC Nominations

In Tirupati, independent candidate Subhadra from Chiguruwada arrived to file her nomination with around 6,000 in Re. 1 coins collected from villagers.

23 Oct 2026 1:38 am
RS Bypoll In MP On Nov. 12

Murugan resigned from the Rajya Sabha on October 14, although his term was scheduled to end in April 2030.

23 Oct 2026 1:20 am
BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao Vows To Protect Singareni From Privatisation

Rama Rao urged the BRS leaders to hold the Congress government accountable on its financial affairs, decline in coal production, and allegations of malpractice in tenders.

23 Oct 2026 1:10 am
National Tropes Work, But Bipartisan Oversight Key

Indias Constitution generated hope in 1950. It devised a unique formula for dealing with three barriers to development. It offered inclusion by putting citizens first via universal adult franchise which unusually at the time included adults of both genders and judicially guaranteed fundamental rights. Second, a multiparty political model made democracy management competitive, while vertical distribution of powers assured regional aspirations were met. Third, a permanent bureaucracy ensured admi

23 Oct 2026 1:09 am
Telangana: Survey On Monkey Menace In Villages

The survey includes questions on the presence of monkeys in villages, crop damage and the fear and inconvenience caused to people.

23 Oct 2026 1:01 am
TN CM Reviews Disaster Management Efforts

An Integrated Multi-hazard monitoring dashboard had been set up by the department, whose officials were in regular touch with the district level disaster management officials through video calls sharing information on disaster prevention and rescue operations, the release said.

23 Oct 2026 12:58 am
Vandalur Zoo Closed For Public Due To Avian Flu Among Water Birds

Already, the lion safari and the deer enclosure had been closed from October 14 due to urgent maintenance works.

23 Oct 2026 12:55 am
252 Farmers Detained For Attempting Relay Fast Near Tiruchy

As the farmers started to assemble, hundreds of police stopped them at Samayapuram four road junction and a private medical college near Samayapuram.

23 Oct 2026 12:52 am
Weather Forecast and Prayer Timings for Friday, October 23, 2026

Partly cloudy sky. Hazy conditions very likely to prevail during morning hours. Maximum and Minimum Temperatures are likely to be around 34C and 24C respectively. Surface winds are likely to be Easterlies with wind speeds around 04-08 kmph

23 Oct 2026 12:50 am
Astroguide for Friday, October 23, 2026

Tithi: Ashwayuja Shukla Dwadasi till 2.29 pm

23 Oct 2026 12:44 am
HMWSSB To Track Treated Water Quality Online, Prevent Wastage At Filling Stations

The test results must be uploaded online and linked to the HMWS&SB headquarters for direct monitoring, he said.

23 Oct 2026 12:37 am
Has Americas Model Minority Reached Its Expiry Date?

For decades, the Indian diaspora, particularly its Hindu professional segment, occupied a privileged position in America's narrative of minority achievement. The model minority was presented as evidence that education, hard work and personal responsibility could overcome racial disadvantage. Indian success became a convenient counterpoint to the struggles of Black Americans and other historically marginalised communities

23 Oct 2026 12:35 am
Hyderabad: Waiter Brutally Murdered

Police registered a case of murder and began investigatios, Sources said the accused had been taken into custody.

23 Oct 2026 12:31 am
Panduga Sayannas Birth Anniversary Celebrated In Karimnagar

Collectors paid tributes to Sayanna by garlanding his portrait at their respective collectorate offices.

23 Oct 2026 12:29 am
Four Children Injured In Firecracker Mishap During Durga Procession

One child was reported to be in critical condition, while the others were under medical observation.

23 Oct 2026 12:27 am
Umrah Pilgrims From India Stranded In Saudi Arabia

Travel agencies based in Hyderabad told Deccan Chronicle that their local contacts in Saudi Arabia were helping pilgrims in Jeddah and other cities by arranging safe accommodation and meeting their essential needs.

23 Oct 2026 12:26 am
120150 Foreign Medical Graduates (FMG) Detained by TG Police During Protests

FMGs demand equal stipends with Indian-trained doctors; medical associations condemn the detentions.

23 Oct 2026 12:26 am
HBCH And RC Launches Robotic Surgery Facility, Performs First Procedure

Hospital authorities said the facility would be available to all eligible patients, including beneficiaries under the NTR Vaidya Seva scheme, from Thursday.

23 Oct 2026 12:12 am
World Seeks New Order, Congress Disorder: Modi

Gandhi family has become a burden for party: PM

23 Oct 2026 12:11 am
Woman 'Beatean' By Brother-in-law, Husband For Failing To Get Additional Dowry

Police registered a case of dowry harassment and causing voluntary hurt under the BNS against the duo and began investigations.

23 Oct 2026 12:10 am
TGSPDCLs Praja Bata Reaches Farmers And Households

Officials advise farmers to be cautious for crop choice in Rabi season

23 Oct 2026 12:08 am
108 Ambulances To Respond To Diwali Eye Injuries In Hyderabad

The initiative, launched in collaboration with EMRI Green Health Services and Sarojini Devi Eye Hospital, aims to ensure timely treatment for eye injuries and reduce the risk of permanent vision loss.

23 Oct 2026 12:06 am
Kishan Reddy To Visit Australia To Boost Critical Minerals Partnership

Six-day visit to focus on lithium, rare earths, mining technology, joint ventures and investment opportunities.

23 Oct 2026 12:04 am
DC Edit | Why Hardeep Puri Must Quit

The photograph, by itself, does not prove any wrongdoing. But it does raise some legitimate questions. Speculations will flourish if facts are withheld. The government cannot expect the public to accept a minister's version, only because he has offered one. The statement issued by Mr Puri's office, stating that the minister could not recall the specific meeting or whether others were present or not, does not make the accusations being raised by the Opposition disappear

23 Oct 2026 12:02 am
CEO Releases Schedule For Final Publication Of Electoral Rolls On Oct. 30

The electoral rolls will be frozen on ECI Net by midnight on October 22.

22 Oct 2026 11:59 pm
Centre Took No Action On 2 ECs Complaints Against Poll Officer

The matter was also forwarded to the personnel department for consideration in future decisions concerning the officer.

22 Oct 2026 11:57 pm
Govt Job For Family Member Of Martyred Constable

He said the sacrifices of police personnel who risked their lives to protect the country and ensure public safety would always be remembered.

22 Oct 2026 11:55 pm
Competing Claims Within Jana Sena for Kakinada Mayors Post

Claimants from fishing, Setti Balija, and Padmashali communities are among key contenders

22 Oct 2026 11:54 pm
Ex-MPs, MLAs Among 51 Filing Nominations For 21 ZPTC Seats In Kakinada District

In East Godavari district, 37 candidates have filed nominations for ZPTC seats across 21 mandals.

22 Oct 2026 11:51 pm
14 Indians on Yacht Caught in Red Sea Row; Tanker With 21 Indians Hit in Kuwait

India seeks details of yacht incident as all 21 Indian seafarers aboard the Kuwait-flagged tanker remain safe.

22 Oct 2026 11:38 pm
MMC Proposes Rs 3.3 Crore For Stray Dog Sterilisation, Vaccination

Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has earmarked Rs 3.3 crore for stray dog sterilisation and anti-rabies vaccination in Alwal, Kapra and Nagole during 2026-27.

22 Oct 2026 11:37 pm
ACB Probes Alleged Irregularities In Rural Development Funds

The ACB searched the DRDA office in Jayashankar Bhupalpally over alleged irregularities involving 39.14 lakh in village development works under PMKSY 2.0.

22 Oct 2026 11:31 pm
TN: Vijay To Attend Guru Pooja In Pasumpon

Work on the construction of a helipad at Pasumpon, the birthplace of Muthuramalinga Thevar in Ramanathapuram district, is on to enable Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay reach the memorial without hassles and pay homage to the leader on October 30.

22 Oct 2026 11:30 pm
Salur Polls Throw Up Rare Husband-Wife Contest

The disagreement figured prominently in local political discussions and on social media.

22 Oct 2026 11:27 pm
Telangana Streamlines Approval Process For Urban Projects Under Centres UCF & CRGSS

Telangana government streamlines preliminary approval for urban development projects under the Centres Urban Challenge Fund and Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-scheme.

22 Oct 2026 11:26 pm
4 Hyderabad Students To Develop Medical Emergency App

The proposed system would allow users to raise an emergency alert and share their location, help identify a nearby ambulance and provide navigation support.

22 Oct 2026 11:21 pm
6 Killed, 40 Hurt As Bus Hits Tree In Chhattisgarh

Six people, including four women, were killed and 40 injured after a passenger bus crashed into a roadside tree in Chhattisgarhs Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur district.

22 Oct 2026 11:21 pm
Telangana Govt Asks Officials To Step Up Power Output

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka directs energy officials to raise thermal power generation to 140 million units daily to meet rising demand during rabi and summer.

22 Oct 2026 11:19 pm
Five Unusual Holiday Experiences to Have Before the Year Ends

For travellers looking to make their upcoming holidays count, these five destinations promise experiences that are anything but ordinary.

22 Oct 2026 11:16 pm
Many Eluru, WG YSRC Leaders, Cadres Quitting; Joining Jana Sena, TD

Several YSRC leaders and their followers in Eluru and West Godavari districts joined the ruling Jana Sena and Telugu Desam (TD) on Thursday.

22 Oct 2026 11:13 pm
Medicover Seeks Police Probe Into Social Media Campaign After Patients Death

He added that foreign investors in Europe had raised questions about the hospital's ownership and alleged links being circulated on social media with Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his daughter.

22 Oct 2026 11:12 pm
SCR GM Seeks Passenger Feedback At Charlapalli

SCR general manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava interacted with passengers at Charlapalli railway station and sought their suggestions for improving services.

22 Oct 2026 11:12 pm