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on Feb 20, 2026
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In an unprecedented turn of events, the Kerala High Court has invalidated a government order that approved the Nava Kerala Citizen Response Programme. The move comes amidst mounting questions over the financial planning behind the proposed survey, which critics claim is politically motivated and funded through public resources. The controversial programme, aimed at collecting public […]

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on Feb 20, 2026
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In a landmark decision aimed at promoting gender neutrality and inclusivity, the State government of Karnataka has proposed significant changes in the designation of posts within the Fire and Emergency Services Department. The term “Fireman” will be replaced by the gender-neutral title “Firefighter” in all official records and future recruitment notifications. This move follows directions […]

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on Feb 20, 2026
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In a significant move aimed at addressing allegations of caste-based discrimination, the Telangana State Human Rights Commission (TSHRC) has issued directives for the immediate restoration of power and water supply to the residents of Cherabanda Raju Nagar in Hanumakonda. The TSHRC took cognisance of a complaint from 300 residents alleging that their connections were unlawfully […]

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on Feb 20, 2026
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Ashfaq Hussain, a resident of Telangana, was detained for allegedly attempting to illegally cross the India-Pakistan border in Pochhina, Jaisalmer. According to Myajlar Police Station SHO Sajjan Singh, Hussain was handed over to the Border Security Force (BSF) after being spotted in a restricted area by a bus driver. Preliminary interrogation by the BSF led […]

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on Feb 19, 2026
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In a significant step towards the commencement of the Telangana Intermediate Examinations, the State Board of Intermediate Education has released the hall tickets for both first and second-year students. The tickets were made accessible online through individual college logins. Students are advised to collect their hall tickets from their respective college principals. Additionally, the Board […]

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on Feb 19, 2026
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In a move aimed at bolstering the clean energy sector and domestic manufacturing, Waaree Energies has announced plans to establish India’s largest integrated lithium-ion battery gigafactory in Andhra Pradesh. The project, set to be located at Rambilli in Anakapalli district, will involve an investment of ₹8,175 crore and is expected to generate approximately 3,000 direct […]

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on Feb 19, 2026
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In a concerning development, the closure of small-scale hospitals is escalating at an alarming rate across Kerala. This trend, which has been brewing for some time, has become more pronounced in recent years as corporate hospital chains and large private players expand their presence in the state’s health sector. According to reports, around five to […]

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on Feb 18, 2026
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In a significant development, Rajeev Thantri also known as Kandararu Rajeevaru, one of the key accused in the high-profile Sabarimala gold theft case, has been granted bail by the Court of the Enquiry Commissioner and Special Judge, Kollam on February 18, 2026. The detailed order is yet to be released. According to the court proceedings, […]

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on Feb 18, 2026
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In a developing story from Andhra Pradesh, the prime suspect in the rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl was found dead in a lake on Wednesday. The victim’s body was discovered at the suspect’s home earlier, leading to an extensive manhunt by local authorities. The deceased individual, identified as Kulavardhan (30), was found in […]

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on Feb 18, 2026
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In a significant address on Tuesday, Tamil Nadu Finance Minister Thangam Thennarasu outlined the state government’s achievements and future plans, focusing on various welfare initiatives, particularly those aimed at women. During his speech, he emphasized the positive impact of the ‘Vidiyal Payanam’ scheme, which offers free travel for women in government buses within cities. Since […]