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Sunidhi Chauhan's ‘I AM HOME’ India Tour in Hyderabad on October 17
Bollywood playback singer Sunidhi Chauhan is set to perform live in Hyderabad on October 17, 2026, as part of her ‘I AM HOME India Tour’.
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Lord Venkateswara appears as ‘Govula Gopanna’ on Kalpavriksha Vahanam at Tirumala
Lord Malayappa Swamy, accompanied by Sri Devi and Bhu Devi, appeared in the traditional ‘Govula Gopanna’ alankaram on the Kalpavriksha Vahanam on Friday morning as part of the ongoing annual Salakatla Brahmotsavams at Tirumala.
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Daayra : A gripping premise held back by slow narrative
Meghna Gulzar’s ‘Daayra’, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Kareena Kapoor Khan in the lead roles, is a crime thriller that explores crime, police encounters, investigation and the complex relationship between law and justice. The film hit theatres on September 18.
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Shankar pays artistic tribute to M.S. Subbulakshmi through a striking caricature
Renowned cartoonist and caricaturist Shankar Pamarthy has paid an artistic tribute to legendary Carnatic vocalist M.S. Subbulakshmi with a striking caricature that captures the distinctive personality and musical identity of the Bharat Ratna awardee.
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Coastal Karnataka pins hopes on Cabinet for Tulu recognition
Coastal Karnataka is looking to the Karnataka Cabinet’s special meeting in Mangaluru on September 18 for decisions on tourism, infrastructure and the long-standing demand for official recognition of Tulu.
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Vijayawada's 72-ft clay Ganesha enters World Records
A towering 72-foot clay Ganesha idol installed at Sitara Grounds in Vijayawada’s Vidyadharpuram has entered the world records as the tallest eco-friendly Ganesha idol, according to the Doondi Ganesh Seva Samithi.
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How ‘Sonaji-guda’ became Somajiguda: The legend behind Hyderabad’s famous locality
Somajiguda, today one of Hyderabad’s prominent commercial and residential neighbourhoods, has a name that is believed to have its roots in the city’s 19th-century history.
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From comedy sidekick to Box-Office lead: Soori’s remarkable rise
There was a time when Soori was a familiar face in Tamil cinema, but rarely the man carrying the film. He was the comedian, the sidekick, the supporting performer who appeared alongside leading stars and often became the target of jokes within the story.
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From 1 ft idol to the iconic Bada Ganesh: A family's commitment
Every year, the towering Khairatabad Ganesh becomes one of the defining sights of Hyderabad’s Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations. But behind the massive idol, the crowds and the elaborate 11-day festivities lies a family tradition that dates back more than seven decades.
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Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat meets Hyderabad hosts over tea and bun maska
Union Minister for Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat on Wednesday, September 16 spent an informal evening in Hyderabad, meeting local hosts over tea and bun maska and discussing India’s cultural heritage and tourism potential.
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M.S. Subbulakshmi: The voice that carried Carnatic music to the World
From a child prodigy in Madurai to the first musician to receive the Bharat Ratna, M.S. Subbulakshmi transformed the reach of Carnatic and devotional music. Her voice became part of everyday life for millions, her music crossed India's cultural boundaries, and her 1966 United Nations performance placed an Indian classical musician on one of the world's most prominent stages. As her 110th birth anniversary is marked, her extraordinary legacy is also set to reach a new generation through cinema.
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Miss Forever Universe felicitated by Union Minister Rammohan Naidu
Dr Srujana Devi, who was crowned Miss Forever Universe India 2025, was felicitated by Union Civil Aviation Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu during her recent visit to the national capital.
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Uppal zone designates 10 points for Ganesh immersion
The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation (MMC) has designated 10 immersion points across Uppal Zone for Ganesh idols as part of arrangements for Ganesh Chaturthi 2026.
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Rashmika Mandanna to portray M.S. Subbulakshmi in biopic ‘M.S – A Legacy On Screen’
Actress Rashmika Mandanna is set to portray legendary Carnatic vocalist and Bharat Ratna awardee M.S. Subbulakshmi in the upcoming biographical film ‘M.S – A Legacy On Screen’.
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Officials inspect Balapur–Tank Bund Ganesh immersion route
With the city preparing for the grand Ganesh immersion procession, senior officials from the Hyderabad City Police, GHMC, HYDRAA and other departments on Tuesday conducted a detailed inspection of the 19-km procession route from Balapur to Tank Bund.
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Anant Nag to receive Dadasaheb Phalke Award on September 22
Veteran Kannada actor Anant Nag has been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024, recognising his contribution to Indian cinema over a career spanning more than five decades.
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Hyderabad to host ‘The Move 2.0’ with Indian cricketer Jemimah Rodrigues
Hyderabad is set to host “The Move 2.0”, a two-day event combining live music, Christian worship, inspiration and a social-impact initiative, on October 2 and 3.
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20,000 Police personnel to secure Hyderabad during Ganesh immersion
Around 20,000 police personnel will be deployed across Hyderabad for the Ganesh idol immersion procession, with authorities putting in place an extensive security and surveillance plan to manage the large-scale event.
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Is Chandrayangutta’s name linked to Chennarayuni Gutta?
The origins of the name Chandrayangutta have resurfaced in discussions over Hyderabad’s historical place names, with a longstanding local tradition linking the locality to an older name, “Chennarayuni Gutta.”
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Muslim woman leading Ganesha Festival Committee for 18 yrs
In a striking example of interfaith harmony, a Muslim woman in Karnataka’s NR Pura town has been leading a Ganesha festival committee for the past 18 years.
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AP artist crafts 1 cms gold Ganesh idol
A miniature Lord Ganesh idol crafted by a micro artist from Peddapuram in Andhra Pradesh has attracted attention for its extraordinary size and intricate design.
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Prince Rahim Aga Khan V welcomed in Hyderabad
Telangana Minister Mohammed Azharuddin welcomed His Highness Prince Rahim Aga Khan V during his visit to Hyderabad, marking a significant occasion following the Aga Khan’s assumption of the Imamat.
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Hyderabad ieweller installs Gold-lated Ganesha adorned With 3.83 lakh American diamonds
A dazzling Lord Ganesha idol decorated with 3,83,800 American diamonds has become a major attraction at Lichi Pearl Set Jewels in Begum Bazar, Hyderabad, as the city celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi.
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Khairatabad Ganesh draws huge crowds: MLA Danam Nagender
Congress MLA Danam Nagender said elaborate arrangements have been made for the annual Khairatabad Ganesh festival, as thousands of devotees continue to gather at the iconic pandal in Hyderabad.