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Aug- 2025 -27 August
Delhi Metro fares to rise from today; first hike in eight years
Delhi Metro fares have been revised for the first time in eight years, with increases of Rs 1–4 across most lines and up to Rs 5 on the Airport Express Line. New Delhi: Commuters in…
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26 August
Watch: Farmers spend nights in queues for urea in Siddipet
A severe shortage of urea in Siddipet district has forced farmers to sleep overnight at cooperative outlets, highlighting the ongoing challenges in fertiliser supply and the impact on agriculture. Siddipet: The struggles of farmers to buy…
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26 August
Ganesh festival: Pandals must ensure electricity safety measures, BGUS urges
Following a recent electrocution incident, BGUS urged Ganesh pandals to follow certified electrical safety standards. The committee will deploy 160 Ganesh Action Teams and provide free electricity. Organisers are encouraged to use Swadeshi products and…
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26 August
Severe shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin in Telangana, says study
A Lancet study has found a severe shortage of Rabies Immunoglobulin across Telangana, with only 1.8% of UPHCs stocking the life-saving injection. While rabies vaccines are widely available, doctors warn severe dog-bite victims may face…
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26 August
Inchampalli as Godavari water diversion point to spell doom for Medigadda, warn experts
The Congress government’s backing of Inchampalli Dam as the Godavari diversion point has triggered concerns in Telangana. Farmers, experts and opposition parties fear the move could submerge Medigadda, cripple the Kaleshwaram project and jeopardise the…
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26 August
Farmers lock officials inside Rythu Vedika over urea shortage in Telangana’s Siddipet
Farmers in Siddipet’s Alwal village locked agriculture officials inside the Rythu Vedika after waiting for hours to buy urea fertiliser. Police intervened to secure their release, but shortages persisted, reflecting growing unrest across Medak district…
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26 August
TV serial obsession triggers suicide bid in Telangana village; woman, son hospitalised
A woman in Mahabubabad attempted suicide after an argument with her husband over watching a TV serial. She consumed pesticide and forced it on her son before being stopped from giving it to her daughter.…
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26 August
Over half of Telangana’s women and children found anemic, NFHS data rings alarm bells
Recent NFHS data reveals a concerning surge in anemia cases across Telangana, particularly among women, children, and adolescents. The prevalence among children under five has jumped to 70 per cent, while over half of women…
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26 August
Telangana schools to get 13-day Dasara holidays from September 21
The School Education Department has announced 13-day Dasara holidays for schools in Telangana from September 21 to October 3. Classes will resume on October 4, with FA-2 exams before vacation and SA-1 exams scheduled from…
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26 August
Kothagudem: Adivasi girl gang-raped by auto drivers, found abandoned in Paloncha
A 17-year-old Adivasi girl was allegedly gang-raped by auto drivers near the Chhattisgarh–Telangana border. Found unconscious in Paloncha, she was rescued by locals and handed over to child welfare authorities. Police are awaiting her full…
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