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Luxury events, 1% daily profit: How a Dubai fantasy swindled Telangana's elite out of Rs 100 crore

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Luxury events, 1% daily profit: How a Dubai fantasy swindled Telangana's elite out of Rs 100 crore

he elaborate scheme, which promised extraordinary daily returns through a Dubai-based enterprise, unravelled earlier this year after the perpetrators vanished with the funds.



Kerala's deadly brain-eating amoeba outbreak claims 6th victim in a month

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Kerala's deadly brain-eating amoeba outbreak claims 6th victim in a month

Amoebic meningoencephalitis is an exceptionally rare but almost always fatal brain infection caused by free-living amoebae found in contaminated freshwater sources like lakes, rivers and stagnant water. 



Hyderabad apartment murder: Woman battered with cooker, throat slit; CCTV footage shows suspected killers

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Hyderabad apartment murder: Woman battered with cooker, throat slit; CCTV footage shows suspected killers

According to Hyderabad police, the robbers stole nearly 40 grams of gold and cash amounting to Rs 1 lakh. The men even bathed in the house and left the scene with blood-stained clothes.

Delhi unleashes Rs 900 crore, two-year drive to microchip 10 lakh stray dogs

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Delhi unleashes Rs 900 crore, two-year drive to microchip 10 lakh stray dogs

The plan positions microchipping as the central tool for a broader strategy that encompasses rabies control, a digital vaccination drive and stringent new regulations for pet shops.



'Thak-Thak’ gang is back: How a knock on your car window can turn into a quick heist

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'Thak-Thak’ gang is back: How a knock on your car window can turn into a quick heist

In a recent development in Delhi, the police arrested a 29-year-old man named Amit, a resident of Uttam Nagar, who was allegedly part of the 'Thak-Thak’ gang.

Tyres 'bursting' on Samruddhi Expressway: MSRDC clarifies - ‘Not nails, but aluminium nozzles’

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Tyres 'bursting' on Samruddhi Expressway: MSRDC clarifies - ‘Not nails, but aluminium nozzles’

The incident took place near Daulatabad in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district late Tuesday night. At least three vehicles reported tyre damage after passing through the stretch. Videos of the incident went viral on social media showing rows of pointed objects embedded in the road.

In pics | India's longest glass skywalk bridge in Vizag

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In pics | India's longest glass skywalk bridge in Vizag

A unique structure atop Kailasagiri Hills, the skywalk will open to tourists by September 25, treating them to sweeping vistas of the Bay of Bengal, Eastern Ghats, and the city’s skyline.

‘Manager threw mouse at my face’: Bengaluru woman's viral post on toxic workplace

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‘Manager threw mouse at my face’: Bengaluru woman's viral post on toxic workplace

While the product designer is now working in a healthier environment, her experience has become a flashpoint for conversations about harassment, anger management and the normalisation of toxic behaviour at workplaces.

PM Modi's birthday: Mega event at Delhi's Thyagaraj Stadium, Amit Shah likely to attend

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PM Modi's birthday: Mega event at Delhi's Thyagaraj Stadium, Amit Shah likely to attend

Delhi CM Rekha Gupta chaired a high-level review meeting on Wednesday to take stock of the arrangements.

Chandigarh's new stray dog feeding rule will cost you dearly. Here's why

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Chandigarh's new stray dog feeding rule will cost you dearly. Here's why

The new Pet and Community Dogs Bylaws, 2025, aim to strike a balance between animal welfare and public safety by establishing official feeding zones in Chandigarh.

Rapido bike driver stabbed to death for resisting robbery attempt in Delhi; 3 held

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Rapido bike driver stabbed to death for resisting robbery attempt in Delhi; 3 held

The Rapido bike taxi driver was murdered after he chased the three accused who had stolen Rs 570 from him, the Delhi Police said.

‘No PUC, no fuel’ to be strictly enforced in Maharashtra, says transport minister

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‘No PUC, no fuel’ to be strictly enforced in Maharashtra, says transport minister

Maharashtra Transport Minister announced the statewide enforcement during a high-level meeting at the Transport Commissioner’s office, attended by Transport Commissioner Vivek Bhimanwar and Joint Secretary (Transport) Rajendra Holkar.

Nepal crisis forces families to drop Durga Puja travel plans, Kolkata travel operators hit hard

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Nepal crisis forces families to drop Durga Puja travel plans, Kolkata travel operators hit hard

Travel agencies in Kolkata say the sudden disruption has come at the worst possible time, with festive season bookings already in full swing.

Bengaluru hostel seniors sexually assault Class 10 student, warden held

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Bengaluru hostel seniors sexually assault Class 10 student, warden held

The principal of the institution, named as suspect number eight in the complaint registered with Bannerghatta police, is also expected to be called in for questioning soon.

Durga Puja shoppers hold out for GST benefits, retailers stare at lull before storm

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Durga Puja shoppers hold out for GST benefits, retailers stare at lull before storm

The automobile sector is witnessing a peculiar lull. Dealers report brisk bookings but delayed deliveries, as buyers prefer to wait for the tax benefits to be rolled out.

65-year-old strangles jackal with sari in MP, survives attack with 18 bite wounds

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65-year-old strangles jackal with sari in MP, survives attack with 18 bite wounds

The woman, Surajia Bai Jatav, a widow and small farmer of Barkhadi village in Madhya Pradesh’s Shivpuri district, was found unconscious in her field late on Monday. She had gone to her field around 5 pm to cut fodder.

BMC to auction Mumbai's Hotel Oakwood and four other properties over Rs 27 crore tax dues


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BMC to auction Mumbai's Hotel Oakwood and four other properties over Rs 27 crore tax dues


The BMC has outlined a meticulous, multi-stage legal procedure that precedes the drastic step of an auction.

Delhi’s map set for big redraw: Two new districts to be added, Shahdara may be dissolved

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Delhi’s map set for big redraw: Two new districts to be added, Shahdara may be dissolved

At present, the national capital has 11 districts, but once this proposal is cleared, the number will increase to 13.

DDA rolls out Jan Sadharan Awaas Yojana 2025 today, offering over 1,000 affordable flats in Outer Delhi

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DDA rolls out Jan Sadharan Awaas Yojana 2025 today, offering over 1,000 affordable flats in Outer Delhi

According to the official circular released on Tuesday, the flats will be located across seven sites, Narela, Rohini, Loknayakpuram, Todapur, Dwarka (sectors 14 and 19B), and Manglapuri.

Hyderabad braces for heavy rains, IMD issues 5-day yellow alert across Telangana

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Hyderabad braces for heavy rains, IMD issues 5-day yellow alert across Telangana

IMD Hyderabad has sounded a yellow alert, warning of intense downpours across several districts in Telangana over the next five days, till September 14.

Ludhiana highway robbery: Victim woman seen hanging from speeding auto as cars pitch in to help | Watch

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Ludhiana highway robbery: Victim woman seen hanging from speeding auto as cars pitch in to help | Watch

Her daring act proved successful. An alert commuter, witnessing the woman perilously hanging from the auto for nearly half a kilometre, intervened. He managed to intercept the three-wheeler and subdue the occupants.

How much has been spent on Ayodhya Ram Temple construction? The Trust  reveals the figure 


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How much has been spent on Ayodhya Ram Temple construction? The Trust  reveals the figure 


Chairman of the committee, Nripendra Mishra, provided a significant financial update, revealing that approximately Rs 1,400 crore has been expended on the temple’s construction to date

Indore tops Swachh Vayu Survey 2025 - Check full list of top ranked cities in the clean air study 


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Indore tops Swachh Vayu Survey 2025 - Check full list of top ranked cities in the clean air study 


This methodology has seen Indore regain the number one position after slipping to sixth last year; it first topped the list in 2023

Pune businessman hospitalised after consuming soft drink with ‘metal shards’ on SpiceJet flight

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Pune businessman hospitalised after consuming soft drink with ‘metal shards’ on SpiceJet flight

The incident occurred on flight SG-1080, where Abhijit Bhosle, travelling with two friends, developed severe throat irritation and stomach pain shortly after taking a few sips of a canned beverage served by SpiceJet.

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