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- Politics
Padma Shri Dr B. Raman Rao enters Guinness World Records for treating over 33 lakh patients over 2777 Sundays
Padma Shri awardee Dr B. Raman Rao, renowned for his decades of dedicated medical service to rural communities, has been honoured by Guinness World Records for providing healthcare to more than 33 lakh patients over 2,777 Sundays through his renowned Village Clinic near Bengaluru
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- Business
Shree Cement unveils ₹7,000 crore investment plans for three cement plants in Andhra Pradesh
Shree Cement has announced plans to invest approximately ₹7,000 crore in Andhra Pradesh to establish new cement manufacturing facilities across Kadapa, Anakapalli and Guntur districts, providing a significant boost to the state's industrial development ambitions
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- Business
Aster DM Quality Care invests ₹500 crore in 300-bed multispecialty hospital at Hyderabad’s Kondapur
Hyderabad's rapidly expanding healthcare infrastructure is set to receive a major boost, with Aster DM Quality Care investing ₹500 crore to establish a 300-bed multispecialty hospital in Kondapur, one of the city's prominent residential and commercial hubs
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- Politics
Rahul Gandhi calls for rethinking democracy and economic models amid growing influence of tech giants
Congress leader and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi has called for a fundamental rethink of democratic institutions and economic development models in response to rapid technological advancements and the growing influence of powerful technology corporations and wealthy oligarchs in global politics
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- Business
AP plans ₹25,000 crore space manufacturing ecosystem, secures major investments in rocket technology
Andhra Pradesh is positioning itself as a major hub for India's emerging private space industry, with plans to attract ₹25,000 crore in investments through dedicated space manufacturing clusters in Sri Sathya Sai and Tirupati districts, leveraging the state's proximity to the Satish Dhawan Space Centre at Sriharikota
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- Entertainment
Sai Pallavi cuts her hair for ‘OM’, takes inspiration from IPS officer Merin Joseph; mother reacts in shock
Actress Sai Pallavi has revealed that she underwent a significant physical transformation for her upcoming film OM, cutting her hair short after director Rajkumar showed her a reference photograph of IPS officer Merin Joseph
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- Entertainment
Mahesh Babu–Rajamouli’s ‘Varanasi’ eyes record ₹290 crore Telugu States deal, set to surpass ‘RRR’
Superstar Mahesh Babu and acclaimed filmmaker S. S. Rajamouli's much-awaited Varanasi is reportedly heading towards a historic milestone in Telugu cinema, with its theatrical distribution rights for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana said to have fetched an unprecedented ₹290 crore
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- Politics
Munnooru Kapu community celebrates Karthika Vana Samaradhana in Khammam
Members of the Munnooru Kapu community gathered in large numbers for the Karthika Vana Samaradhana celebrations organised under the leadership of Rajya Sabha MP Vaddiraju Ravichandra in Khammam on Sunday
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- Business
Telangana pushes Aerospace and Defence ambitions at NDE 2026 in Hyderabad
The Telangana government has reiterated its commitment to strengthening the state's aerospace and defence manufacturing ecosystem, with a focus on emerging technologies, industrial growth and expanding opportunities for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs)
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- Business
Keralam CM V. D. Satheesan inaugurates farm tourism project at Chathanad village hub
Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan inaugurated the Farm Tourism Project at Chathanad Village Hub on Sunday, highlighting the potential of integrating agriculture with tourism to create new economic opportunities in the state
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- Entertainment
Allu Arjun lines up mythological pan-India spectacle with Boyapati Sreenu after ‘Raaka’!
Telugu superstar Allu Arjun is reportedly preparing to collaborate with director Boyapati Sreenu on a massive mythological pan-India film, adding another ambitious project to his growing lineup of big-budget entertainers
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- Business
IndiGo boosts Hyderabad–Udaipur connectivity to 11 weekly flights ahead of winter tourism season
IndiGo is set to strengthen air connectivity between Hyderabad and Udaipur by introducing two additional afternoon flights every week from the first week of December 2026, increasing the total frequency on the route to 11 weekly services
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- Entertainment
Rishab Shetty’s ‘Jai Hanuman’ gathers momentum; Prashanth Varma mounts mythological spectacle in Hyderabad
Director Prasanth Varma is gearing up for an ambitious mythological cinematic spectacle with Jai Hanuman, the much-awaited sequel to his blockbuster superhero film HanuMan. Featuring Kannada star Rishab Shetty in the role of Lord Hanuman, the film is reportedly progressing at a brisk pace on elaborate sets constructed in Hyderabad
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- Politics
KTR unveils current affairs study material to help Telangana youth prepare for Government jobs
Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) Working President K. T. Rama Rao (KTR) unveiled specially prepared current affairs study material aimed at helping unemployed youth in Telangana prepare for various government recruitment examinations
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- Entertainment
‘Hopefully Next Time on a Film Set!’: Ashika Ranganath thrilled to work with Allu Arjun in an advertisement
Actress Ashika Ranganath has expressed her excitement after sharing screen space with Telugu superstar Allu Arjun for an advertisement, revealing her hopes of collaborating with him again in a feature film
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Manchu Manoj named Andhra Yuva Sankalp 2K26 Ambassador; initiative reaches all 28 AP districts
Telugu actor Manchu Manoj Kumar has been appointed State Event Ambassador for Andhra Yuva Sankalp 2K26, a free Andhra Pradesh government initiative designed to identify, nurture and promote young talent in esports, digital content creation, animation and emerging creative industries
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- Entertainment
‘He is a star with great humility’: Allu Arjun showers praise on Dulquer Salmaan’s humility
Telugu superstar Allu Arjun heaped praise on Malayalam actor Dulquer Salmaan during the pre-release event of Aakasam Lo Oka Taara, describing him as a wonderful person whose humility sets him apart despite his illustrious film background and growing stardom
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- Environment
NHAI begins survey for 43-km elevated corridor to Srisailam; night travel could become possible
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has commenced a ground survey for a proposed 43-kilometre elevated corridor connecting Pedda Dornala and Srisailam in Andhra Pradesh, marking an important step towards improving road connectivity to one of South India's most prominent pilgrimage destinations
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- Sports
Telangana unveils Khelo India Youth Games 2026 logo and mascots; over 7,000 athletes to compete in 27 disciplines
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya unveiled the official logo and mascots of the eighth edition of the Khelo India Youth Games 2026, scheduled to be held in Telangana from December 11 to 22
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- Politics
‘Andhra’s Deception’: New Telugu daily "Prabhata Udayam" opens with explosive report on Krishna waters
Inaugural edition alleges a covert attempt to divert Nagarjuna Sagar waters to Andhra Pradesh; raises questions over Telangana government's vigilance and signals an assertive editorial approach towards inter-state water disputes
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- Entertainment
‘Always My Superstar’: Mahesh Babu’s emotional tribute to father Krishna on fourth death anniversary
Telugu cinema superstar Mahesh Babu paid a touching tribute to his father, legendary actor Krishna, on his fourth death anniversary on Sunday, November 15, sharing a nostalgic childhood photograph that struck an emotional chord with fans
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- Opinion
PVG Raju: Born a Maharaja, lived a Democrat, dedicated his legacy to the people
Remembering the last crowned Maharaja of Vizianagaram, who renounced royal privileges, embraced socialist ideals and devoted his wealth and public life to education, equality and social justice. Based on a commemorative article by Srinivas Ganjivarapu
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Over 3,500 run for premature babies at Hyderabad’s Premiethon 2026; Jayesh Ranjan inaugurates run
More than 3,500 people participated in the fifth edition of Premiethon 2026 in Hyderabad, coming together to raise awareness about premature births and the importance of providing timely medical care to improve the survival prospects of preterm babies
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Karnataka CM Shivakumar inaugurates community hall with modern gym, badminton court in Bengaluru
Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar inaugurated a newly constructed community hall equipped with a modern techno-gym and badminton court at Bharatinagar in Bengaluru, emphasising the importance of sports infrastructure and recreational facilities in promoting healthier communities
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