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    • Oct- 2025 -
      3 October

      Election schedule for rural local bodies in Telangana released, polling in 31 districts

      Telangana’s State Election Commission announced the schedule for rural local body elections, with polling in 31 districts from October 9. Over 1.67 crore voters will elect representatives to MPTCs, ZPTCs, and Gram Panchayats under strict Model Code of Conduct guidelines. Hyderabad: The State Election Commission (SEC) on Monday released the schedule for the second ordinary elections to rural local bodies, setting the stage for polling in 31 districts across Telangana. The election notification will be issued on October 9. State Election Commissioner Rani Kumudini said the election model code of conduct would be in force from Monday. As per the schedule, elections to rural local bodies, including Gram Panchayats, Mandal Parishad Territorial Constituencies (MPTCs) and Zilla Parishad Territorial Constituencies (ZPTCs), will be held…

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    • 3 October

      KCR extends Bathukamma greetings, prays for prosperity of people

      BRS chief K. Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings to the people of Telangana on Saddula Bathukamma, praising the festival as a unique cultural tradition. He prayed for blessings, happiness, and prosperity for all households across the state. Hyderabad: BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao conveyed his greetings to the people of Telangana, especially women, on the occasion of Saddula Bathukamma. He termed Bathukamma as a unique cultural tradition of Telangana, celebrated with devotion and festivity by women for nine days, culminating in Saddula Bathukamma on the final day. He said the festival reflects the spirit, joy and identity of Telangana women. He prayed that Bathukamma blesses every household, ease hardships, and bring happiness and prosperity to all families across the…

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    • 3 October

      Ramayampet’s unique custard apple market draws traders and visitors

      Ramayampet town in Medak is buzzing with its annual custard apple market. Nearly 1,000 locals harvest the organic fruit, earning up to ₹2,000 daily. Exports to neighbouring States touch 20 tonnes a day, drawing traders and festive-time visitors. Medak: Ramayampet town has been bustling with the annual custard apple market over the past fortnight, coinciding with the ripening of the fruit in the wild. Surrounded by forest land and agricultural fields, the town is a hub for naturally grown custard apples that require no farming effort. The seasonal fruit is exported to Karnataka, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Hyderabad throughout the season, which lasts till November. Agricultural labourers and farmers venture into the forest every morning to harvest the fruit, which is then…

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    • 3 October

      Residents demand road safety measures on risky road stretch in Kothagudem

      A 3-km stretch of the Vijayawada–Jagdalpur NH through Kothagudem has become a major black spot, with 10–15 accidents reported monthly. Locals blame NHAI negligence, rash-driving coal tippers, and police inaction despite repeated protests and SP’s directives on road safety. Kothagudem: A three kilometre road stretch on Vijayawada-Jagdalpur national highway passing through Kothagudem town has become a threat to the lives of commuters. The locals are alleging negligence of National Highway Authorities of India authorities in taking road safety measures leading to frequent accidents on the road. The local police also failed to take steps to prevent accidents. Accidents are a common sight on the road from Rampuram to Singareni Coal Testing Lab; passing through Ambedkar Nagar, Rudrampur Pragathivanam, Dhanbad and the…

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    • 3 October

      Hatchbacks will continue to exist despite ‘SUVisation’ of auto industry: FADA president

      Despite the global shift towards SUVs, hatchbacks will remain relevant in India’s auto market. FADA believes GST cuts and affordability will boost small car sales, while competition keeps the segment alive, even as SUVs dominate evolving consumer preferences New Delhi: Amid the ongoing debate over whether entry-level small cars will stage a comeback in the GST 2.0 era, hatchbacks will maintain their market relevance despite the global trend of “SUVisation” across the auto industry, according to the automotive dealers’ body Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations. While the country’s largest carmaker Maruti Suzuki India, which enjoys a dominant position in the small car segment, expects about 10 per cent growth in the segment after the GST rate reduction, its rival Hyundai Motor…

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    • 3 October

      Karur stampede: Police book TVK leaders, including general secretary Bussy Anand

      Police have booked TVK leaders over the Karur stampede during actor Vijay’s rally that killed 39. CM Stalin announced compensation and a judicial inquiry as the tragedy triggered nationwide grief. Karur: Police have booked Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) general secretary Bussy Anand, Karur West district secretary V P Mathiyazhagan, and state office-bearer C T Nirmal Kumar under multiple sections for alleged violations linked to the deadly crowd crush at the party president and actor Vijay’s rally in Karur, which claimed 39 lives and left many injured. The public meeting, held at Veluchamipuram on the outskirts of Karur on Saturday, had drawn thousands who had queued since morning to see Vijay during his statewide political tour. Eyewitnesses said that a sudden…

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    • 3 October

      Vice President CP Radhakrishnan to visit Bihar today

      Vice President CP Radhakrishnan visits Bihar for the Unmesh International Literature Festival in Patna and offers prayers at Shri Chamunda Devi Temple in Muzaffarpur, with extensive local preparations underway. New Delhi: The Vice President of India, CP Radhakrishnan, will be on a day-long visit to Bihar on Sunday, during which he will attend key cultural and spiritual engagements. As part of his official itinerary, the Vice President will serve as the Chief Guest at the closing session of the third edition of ‘Unmesh – International Literature Festival’ in Patna. The festival has become a significant platform for literary exchange and cultural dialogue, bringing together writers, poets, and intellectuals from across India and the world. “During his visit, the Vice President…

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    • 3 October

      Swami’ Chaitanyanand carried UN, BRICS visiting cards, called himself ‘Indian envoy’

      Swami Chaitanyanand, accused of sexually harassing students, was arrested with fake UN and BRICS IDs. Police recovered WhatsApp chats, fake number plates, and CCTV tampering in a scandal spanning 16 years. New Delhi: ‘Swami’ Chaitanyanand Saraswati, accused of sexually harassing several women students, forged visiting cards claiming affiliations with BRICS and the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), police found during interrogation. On one of the accused’s visiting cards, he identified himself as a BRICS Commission Member and wrote “Special Envoy from India”. In the UN visiting card, he described himself as a “Permanent Ambassador”. The police are continuing to interrogate Chaitanyanand. Chaitanyanand was arrested from a hotel in Agra early on Sunday, police said. The accused, also known…

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    • 3 October

      Apple iPhone 17 Air and 17 models see strong sales in India as consumer demand surges

      Apple’s iPhone 17 Air and 17 models are seeing record sales in India, driving a projected 28% year-on-year increase and reinforcing the brand’s momentum in the premium smartphone segment. New Delhi: In a boost to the ‘Make in India’ initiative, the iPhone 17 Air and 17 models are gaining stronger traction than last year’s Plus and 16 series devices in India, according to vendors and industry analysts, as the new 17 series flies off the shelves in the country. The tech giant is set to achieve its highest festive sales count in India, with analysts forecasting a 28 per cent year-on-year sales increase in 2025 owing to the success of the iPhone 17 series. Apple saw its annual sales hit…

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    • 3 October

      Criticism mounts against Vijay over absence from Karur stampede scene

      Actor-turned-politician Vijay is under fire for his absence and delayed response after a deadly stampede at his Karur rally killed 39 people, raising questions about crowd control and leadership. Chennai: Actor-turned-politician Vijay, whose electrifying campaign tour had been drawing record crowds across Tamil Nadu for the past week, is facing fierce backlash after a stampede at his rally in Karur left 39 people dead and dozens injured. The tragedy struck on Saturday evening at Velusamypuram, where thousands had waited for hours in sweltering heat for the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) chief to appear. Many had little access to drinking water or food. As the crowd surged toward Vijay’s vehicle, panic spread, and people collapsed in the melee. Among the dead…

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