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Four killed, 12 injured in explosion in a house in Andhra town

15 Apr 2026 | 3:42 PM

Anantapur, April 15 (UNI) Four people, including a woman, were killed and 12 injured when detonators exploded in a house at Kummaravandlapalli village of Kadiri mandal in Sri Sathya Sai district on Wednesday.
Police said a labourer hoarded a huge quantity of gelatin sticks. They exploded accidently killing four people. However, the exact reason for the explosion is being investigated. The house in which the explosion took place was completely destroyed.

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EdTalkies unveils AI platform to boost teacher-led learning

15 Apr 2026 | 3:41 PM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) EdTalkies, a U S-based AI-powered education platform, on Wednesday showcased its teacher-centric digital learning solution, emphasising the role of artificial intelligence in supporting educators and bridging learning gaps across India.

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DMK announces Black Flag protest: ‘BJP is playing with fire’ warns Stalin

15 Apr 2026 | 3:30 PM

Chennai (UNI): Announcing a black flag protest across the state on Thursday to condemn the delimitation amendment being brought by the Modi government, Tamil Nadu Chief Minister and DMK president MK Stalin has warned that "the price you will pay will be heavy,” unless the move is not given up.

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‘Arrive Alive’ program held in Hyderabad School to promote road safety

15 Apr 2026 | 3:28 PM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) In a bid to curb rising road accidents and promote traffic discipline among students, the Abids Traffic Police on Wednesday conducted an ‘Arrive Alive’ awareness programme at St. George's Girls Grammar School.

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Heritage sites in Hyderabad to get global makeover: Jupally Krishna Rao

15 Apr 2026 | 2:39 PM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) The Telangana government is set to transform Hyderabad’s iconic heritage structures into world-class tourist destinations, Tourism and Culture Minister Jupally Krishna Rao said on Wednesday after inspecting key historic sites in the city.

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Plea against discrepancies in assets disclosed by TN Dy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin : Madras HC seeks reply from IT dept, Corp Affairs Ministry

15 Apr 2026 | 2:16 PM

Chennai, Apr 15 (UNI) The Madras High Court on Wednesday directed the Director General of Income Tax (Investigation) and the union Ministry of Corporate Affairs to file its reply on a writ plea seeking a probe into the alleged material discrepancies in the assets disclosed in the election affidavits by Tamil Nadu Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin in 2021 and 2026.

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Telangana Dy CM inaugurates Puligundala eco-tourism project

15 Apr 2026 | 1:25 PM

Khammam, April 15 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Wednesday inaugurated the Puligundala eco-tourism project in Sathupalli constituency of Khammam district, unveiling key facilities including cottages, boating and a jungle safari.

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Telangana Dy CM inaugurates Puligundala eco-tourism project

15 Apr 2026 | 1:23 PM

Khammam, Apr 15 (UNI) Telangana Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka on Wednesday inaugurated the Puligundala Eco-Tourism Project in Sathupalli constituency of Khammam district, unveiling key facilities including cottages, boating and a jungle safari.

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Heatwave conditions likely in Telangana over next five days: Met

15 Apr 2026 | 1:12 PM

Hyderabad, April15 (UNI) Heatwave conditions are likely to prevail at isolated places across Telangana over the next five days, the Meteorological Centre said on Wednesday.

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Shobharani slams Rathod, defends Seethakka over allegations

15 Apr 2026 | 1:12 PM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Telangana Mahila Corporation Chairperson Bandru Shobharani on Wednesday came down heavily on BRS leader Satyavathi Rathod for her criticism of Tribal Welfare Minister Seethakka, terming it “atrocious” and politically motivated.

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PM outlines nine-pillar citizen charter for Viksit Bharat 2047 from Adichunchanagiri Mutt

15 Apr 2026 | 1:10 PM

Bengaluru, Apr 15 (UNI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday unveiled the “Nine Resolutions for Viksit Bharat” framework, describing it as a citizen-driven behavioral transformation roadmap aimed at accelerating India’s journey toward becoming a developed nation by 2047.

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Women-led bike rally marks ‘Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam’; Ramchander Rao hails reform

15 Apr 2026 | 12:39 PM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Telangana BJP president N Ramchander Rao on Wednesday flagged off a vibrant women-led bike rally in the city to celebrate the enactment of the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, which provides 33 per cent reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies.

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Kumaraswamy reaffirms commitment to PM-led leadership, vows dedicated national service

15 Apr 2026 | 12:32 PM

Bengaluru, April 15 (UNI) The inauguration of Sri Guru Bhairavaikya Mandira at Sri Kshetra Adichunchanagiri in Mandya on Wednesday evolved into a blend of spiritual homage and political messaging, with union minister HD Kumaraswamy placing strong emphasis on trust, governance and leadership from a national platform.

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Delimitation should not injustice southern states: Bhuvanagiri MP Chamala

15 Apr 2026 | 11:58 AM

Hyderabad, Apr 15 (UNI) Bhuvanagiri Member of Parliament Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy on Wednesday accused the BJP of spreading “malicious propaganda” over the issue of women’s reservation, asserting that the INDIA alliance fully supports the measure.

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Delimitation injustice will trigger mass movement in South, warns KTR

15 Apr 2026 | 11:53 AM

Hyderabad, April 15 (UNI) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) working president KT Rama Rao (KTR) on Wednesday cautioned the Central government against any delimitation exercise that could reduce the political representation of southern states, warning that such a move would spark a massive public movement across South India.

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