Telangana Today - Hyderabad - May 11, 2025

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May 11, 2025

CEASEFIRE, VIOLATION

HOURS AFTER CEASEFIRE WAS DECLARED, PAKISTAN RESORTS TO SHELLING; INDIAN FORCES HIT BACK

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Monsoon to reach Kerala on May 27

NEW DELHI

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TOMCOM vacancies

Telangana Overseas Manpower Company Limited (TOMCOM) has notified that there are vacancies for chef/cook (Bachelors in Hotel Management or Hospitality with minimum of 2 to 5 years experience) in Germany.

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Cybercrooks cash in on border conflict

Cyber criminals circulating malicious content under the pretext of exclusive updates, conflict-related visuals: Police

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ICFAI Business School gets re-accreditation from AACSB

ICFAI Business School (IBS), Hyderabad, secured re-accreditation from AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business International).

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EAPCET results today, ranks via SMS

In a first of its kind initiative, Telangana Engineering, Agriculture and Pharmacy Common Entrance Test (EAPCET) 2025 results will be sent directly to the candidate’s registered mobile number.

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Three charred to death at ORR

Three friends who were on a weekend long drive were charred to death when the car they were travelling rammed into a carrier vehicle and caught fire at Outer Ring Road Abdullapurmet late on Friday night.

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TG students scramble to return

Escalation of cross-border strikes triggers panic among those studying in border States

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Parents of soldiers honoured

Residents of Tripuraram village in Nalgonda district paid special tributes to the unwavering dedication of India’s soldiers by honouring their parents in a traditional “paadapuja” ceremony on Saturday.

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TUWJF honours Urdu scribes

The Telangana Urdu Working Journalists Federation (TUWJF) on Saturday held an award ceremony to honour Urdu journalists for excellence in the field.

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CBI arrests 5 for taking Rs 70 lakh bribery

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Saturday arrested five persons including a Commissioner of Income Tax (Exemption), Hyderabad, and four others for allegedly demanding and accepting a bribe of Rs.70 lakh meant for the said Commissioner to decide an appeal in favour of a private party.

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Ganja being sold in form of cigarettes

Ganja is being sold in the form of cigarettes in the district headquarters, that too without fear.

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HC hears PIL against pvt colleges

The division bench of Telangana High Court's vacation bench comprising justices Surepalli Nanda and J Srinivas Rao on May 7 heard public interest litigation (PIL) against private junior colleges flouting guidelines pertaining to conducting classes during summer vacation and posted the case for next Wednesday.

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Proposed closure of temple opposed

Locals form 'Rajanna Protection Samithi' to fight against the closure of Vemulawada shrine for development works

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Pak officially a beggar, says Owaisi; slams IMF for $1 bn loan

As tensions continue to rise between India and Pakistan following a series of drone and missile attacks by the Pakistan Army targeting Indian civilian infrastructure, military bases, and even religious sites, AIMIM President and Hyderabad MP, Asaduddin Owaisi, on Saturday, delivered a scathing condemnation of Islamabad’s actions and declared that Pakistan is officially a “beggar.”

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Miss World pageant kicks off in Hyd

Amid vibrant cultural performances celebrating Telangana’s heritage, the Miss World pageant commenced here on Saturday with each delegate set to present a unique cultural identity and a mission reflecting the contest’s theme, ‘Beauty with a Purpose’.

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'Release water for Yellandu'

Tribal leader and former MLA, Gummadi Narsaiah on Saturday urged the government extend irrigation support under Sitarama Lift Irrigation scheme to the waterstarved Yellandu area on priority. He was the

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Officials warned against laxity

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka and Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy took a dig at government officials for their alleged laxity in implementing government programmes.

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BRS slams CM's misplaced priorities

Praising the Indian Army’s dedication to national defense, BRS leader and whip KP Vivekananda on Saturday stated that the entire country was standing in solidarity with its defense services.

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"Nation's security our primary concern"

Acknowledging the sacrifices of Indian soldiers, BRS senior leader and former Minister T Harish Rao on Saturday stated, “Borders are not just geographical boundaries. They represent the safety and future of our country. Our soldiers fight to protect them, and it is our responsibility to stand by them.”

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MLA exposes issues faced by panchayats

Several bills pending since 15 months and situation in panchayats very challenging, says Rajgopal Reddy

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Devadula project faces delays, cost escalation

Underground tunnel, pump houses unfinished

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Kancha restoration yet to take shape

Plan to relocate wildlife ruled out; setting up enclosures a viable option, says a senior forest official

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Victory Forever over Pakistan

DEAL WITH THE ENTIRE ECOSYSTEM OF TERROR, ITS SUPPORTERS, AND THE STRONG NETWORK OF OVERGROUND WORKERS WITH AN IRON FIST

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Slain Abu Jundal headed Lashkar HQs

NEW DELHI

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Pak army spokesman’s Qaeda link

Lt Gen Ahmed Sharif Chaudhry, the spokesperson for the Pakistan Army, has a dark past with a shadow of terrorism looming large.

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Sirens a saviour: Residents recall massive blast

“We woke up to sound of sirens blaring... moments later, a massive blast rocked our house,” recalled a resident of Rehari Colony in Jammu city that was among the worst-hit in the region by intense mortar shelling and drone strikes by Pakistan early Saturday.

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IC-814 mastermind neutralised

Precision strikes under Operation Sindoor kills five most wanted terrorists of LeT, JeM in Pakistan

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Sharam karo: Film sparks backlash

The announcement of a film based on Operation Sindoor, India’s recent military strikes in Pakistan, has sparked a major controversy and backlash, prompting the director to issue an apology.

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Will treat terror strike as 'act of war', warns India

Makes it clear that it will follow a similar military response as it has after the Pahal- gam incident if terrorists linked to Pak- istan target India again

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IMF loan to Pak shocking: Cong MP

Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi on Saturday said the approval of a loan to Pakistan by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) after the Pahalgam terror attack was ‘shocking and disappointing’.

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SC judge is Executive Chairman of NALSA

The Centre has issued a notification regarding nomination of apex court judge Justice Surya Kant as the Executive Chairman of NALSA (National Legal Services Authority) by President Murmu.

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Travel firms halt bookings to Turkey

In a strong response to Turkey and Azerbaijan for supporting Pakistan in the ongoing conflict, major travel companies have suspended all packages to these two countries.

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IIFCL see record net at Rs 2,165 cr

NEW DELHI

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YouTube channel: SC to hear plea on May 13

The Supreme Court is slated to hear on Tuesday a plea filed by journalist Sanjay Sharma challenging the directive to block the YouTube channel 4PM News Network on the grounds of “national security” and “public order”.

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Adani group rolls out Hydrogen truck

Adani group has deployed India’s first hydrogen-powered truck for mining logistics in Chhattisgarh, which can carry 40 tonnes of cargo over a 200-kilometre range, the conglomerate said Saturday.

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Trump reaffirms 10% baseline tariff on imports

Raises the possibility of an \"exception

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'India among fastest-growing markets for Google Cloud'

India’s role as a massive consumer market and global builder economy makes it one of the fastest-growing and most strategically significant markets for Google Cloud, a top official has said.

1 min

US-China start tariff talks amid hope

Officials meet in Geneva aiming to de-escalate dispute

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Pope Leo XIV lays out vision of papacy

Identifies AI as one of the main issues facing humanity, saying it poses challenges to defending human dignity, justice and labour

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Spacecraft, stuck in orbit for 53 years, hits Earth

A Soviet-era spacecraft plunged to Earth on Saturday, more than a half-century after its failed launch to Venus.

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20 killed in Sudan as drone hits prison

50 other detainees wounded in suspected strike by RSF

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Five Awami League leaders, affiliates held in Bangladesh

In a growing suppression of the Awami League party under the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, the Bangladeshi Police arrested five leaders of the party and its affiliates from different locations in the capital of Dhaka, local media reported.

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Trump's deportation plan: Over 100 held in Tennessee

More than 100 people have been taken into custody by federal immigration officials in a joint operation with the Tennessee Highway Patrol, leaving many in Nashville’s immigrant community uncertain and worried.

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Ukraine for 'full, unconditional' truce

Allies push for Moscow to launch peace talks on ending war

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Foreign players head home

Most of the foreign recruits in IPL franchises departed for their respective countries on Saturday following the suspension high-profile T20 League which was halted for a week due to India-Pakistan border tension.

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Making a mark with the mike!

Well, for the dashing batter of yesteryears, Tirumulasetty Suman, it has been a pleasing transition from taking on the best of the bowlers on the field to making a critical analysis with the mike, donning the role of a tv commentator for Star Sports Telugu channel.

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Kohli expresses desire to retire from Test cricket

BCCI urges reconsideration of decision

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Laishram having a field day at SAFF

The 17-year-old Midfielder Danny Meitei Laishram was an instant hit with a brilliant hat-trick as he played a key role in India outclassing Sri Lanka in the first match of the SAFF Under-19 football championship at the Golden Jubilee Stadium in Yupia (Arunachal Pradesh).

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From Mini Africa in Gujarat to stardom in Judo

She comes from the Mini Africa in Gujarat and has a legacy of her elder sister Shahin Darjada to boast about.

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Aditi Hegde rules the pool, a star to watch out for

For Aditi Satish Hegde, the Maharashtra ace swimmer, it was a dream-come-true finish when she improved on her five-medal haul (including two gold) from the previous edition as she completed an impressive seven-medal haul, including a staggering five gold in the Khelo India Youth Games in Gaya.

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Board to discuss IPL resumption

Rajeev Shukla says will announce best possible schedule

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Madhura strikes gold

Madhura Dhamangaonkar capped her dream comeback event with a stunning 139-138 win over USA's Carson Krahe, clinching her maiden individual World Cup gold medal at the Archery World Cup Stage 2 here on Saturday.

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Michelin GP: Fabio leaves nothing on the table

He's only gone and done it again. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) left nothing on the table to make it back-to-back pole positions at the Michelin Grand Prix of France, taking a third pole at Le Mans and setting a new record with a 1:29.324.

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Chess: Suresh shares lead with six others

Seven players - Suresh Duvvala, Shanmukha Pulli, P Satyanarayana, Jaideepreddy Sanikommu, Sahithya, M Satyanarayana and othersshared the lead with three points each from three rounds in the Open category of the 228th Brilliant Trophy chess tournament at Brilliant Grammar School here on Saturday.

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Archer Jyothi dedicates World Cup medal to Armed Forces

“India has been subjected to a barbaric terrorist attack on April 22 in Pahalgam. Under the strong and bold leadership of Prime Minister Modi, India responded in the most responsible and measured way, ‘ India’s ace archer Jothi Surekha Vennam said on Saturday.

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Ayush, Unnati lose in semi-final at Taipei Open

Rising shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda ended their impressive runs with semifinal finishes in the men’s and women’s singles, respectively, bringing curtains down on India’s campaign at the USD 240,000 BWF Taipei Open Super 300 here on Saturday.

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India wins gold, silver in archery

Abhishek, Ojas and Rishabh edge out Mexico to win gold

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Rajkummar about his wedding

As his upcoming film Bhool Chuk Maaf, which revolves around marriage and a time loop, gears up for a digital release, actor Rajkummar Rao reflected on his own wedding with actress Patralekhaa, sharing that they skipped ceremonies and instead celebrated with a series of parties on repeat.

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Manoj set to comeback

Actor Manchu Manoj is finally back in action after a long gap of more than seven years.

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Bhairavam to clash with VD's 'Kingdom'

After a long wait, the rural action drama Bhairavam, starring Bellamkonda Sai Sreenivas, Manoj Manchu, and Nara Rohith, is finally ready for release. The film will hit the big screens on May 30, 2025, and will have a box office clash with Vijay Deverakonda's Kingdom.

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Nora expresses gratitude to Army

Actress-dancer Nora Fatehi has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Indian Armed Forces for their bravery, sacrifice, and dedication in protecting the nation.

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Will always be an Indian first: Hina Khan

Actress Hina Khan said that she is receiving hate and abuse for supporting her country during a sensitive time.

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Taylor Swift subpoenaed by Justin Baldoni's lawyer

Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift has come into the picture with regards to the legal battle between actor-director Justin Baldoni and actress Blake Lively amid the aftermath of the film 'It Ends With Us'.

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