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HC allows KCR Kits distribution from Dasara day

The Telangana high court on Wednesday allowed the state government to complete the ongoing tender process for KCR Kits to supply nutrients for poor pregnant tribal women and also to commence its distribution from this Dasara.

Govt nod to ₹10k cr development plan of 3 major rly stations

Officials said the thrust to develop the New Delhi and CST stations in PPP mode did not get the desired outcome for over 15 years, prompting the Centre to take up the project on its own

Packed lifestyle? Slow down for heart's sake

Sleep deficiency hits heart health the hardest among all the risk factors, say experts sharing alarming data about the average number of sleeping hours dropping by two hours in the last few years.

THE BACKGROUND TO THE VADODARA STAMPEDE CASE

In January 2017, SRK and Raees’ production team travelled from Mumbai to Delhi by train as part of the film’s promotion. At the Vadodara railway station, a huge crowd of reportedly over 15,000 persons gathered to catch a glimpse of the actor. It caused a stampede, in which some were injured and one person died.

National Cinema Day effect to continue ₹100 to ₹150 – cinemas mull affordable ticket pricing model

After the success of National Cinema Day, some cinemas are selling tickets for as low as ₹100 as a special Navratri offer, and some are planning to experiment with an affordable ticket pricing model in the future too

Hyd's Khusro Manzil falls prey to building boom, neighbours worried

Already flustered by the destruction of a listed heritage structure, those living around the century-old Khusro Manzil premises in AC Guards have now been pushed into a state of fear.

Bipasha Basu’s baby shower was a close-knit affair

Bipasha Basu and Karan Singh Grover are all set to welcome their first child. The couple announced their pregnancy recently with some beautiful pictures that had the actress flaunting her baby bump.

Thunder & lightning bolts dominate skies for third day

Lightning bolts streaked across an overcast Hyderabad for the most part of Wednesday even as heavy rain lashed the city's southern areas. The intense weather phenomena meant Hyderabad's social media landscape was flooded with pictures and videos of lightning in no time.

Training for jiu-jitsu helped me develop inner resilience: Tom

Venom actor Tom Hardy recently participated in a Brazilian jiu-jitsu championship and emerged victorious. This was only the latest of his multiple tournament wins in the martial art.

At least 25-30 techies from state trapped in Myanmar'

At least 25-30 IT professionals from Telangana are being held hostages in Myawaddy in Myanmar after being lured by high salaries, but subsequently forced into fraudulent online work under extreme conditions.

‘What was SRK’s fault?’: SC on 2017 Vadodara stampede case

‘Just because he is a celebrity, doesn’t mean Shah Rukh Khan should be singled out,’ the court said, while upholding an order quashing a criminal complaint against the actor for causing a stampede at a train station while promoting Raees in 2017

Stay hydrated, eat healthy to avoid feeling fatigued

A balanced diet and adequate nutrition are essential to enable fundamental biological processes that allow energy production, metabolism, DNA synthesis, oxygen transport, and cerebral functions.

416 health facilities fail inspection test; 81 sealed across T

Over the last few days, health officials have inspected 1,569 private hospitals, clinics, consultation rooms and diagnostic centres and found 416 of them were having deficiencies like unqualified professionals, no registration or not renewing licences under the Clinical Establishments Act.

Hyd IT companies run checks, close in on moonlighting techies

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Navratri Special: Hyderabadi restaurants woo foodies with delightful festive offerings

What’s a festival without a delicious spread? Here’s a list of popular eateries in the city that have come up with special festive menus. Take your pick...

Just 30% of Indian women married by age 21 in 2020

A majority of women in West Bengal and Jharkhand were married by the age of 21, while the proportion in Jammu and Kashmir was less than 10% in 2020.

Choose a comfy mattress that allows you a good night’s sleep

If the mattress you sleep on is good and supports your body well, a good night’s sleep is guaranteed. A bad mattress, however, can endanger your health and cause chronic pain in your back and neck.

Millennials need to save 50% salary to retire at 50, finds study

It seems that a generation shift is well underway. Many millennial workers don’t aspire to retire in their mid or late 60s, like their parents. Instead, many with professional careers are seeking to leave their jobs by 50 and work for themselves or take a lower-paying role that is more aligned with their interests, studies are showing and financial advisers are finding.

Unlocking job opportunities for professionals with disabilities

Upholding its commitment to close the disability divide in employment, Daikin India announced the partnership with Saarathee to unlock opportunities for professionals with disabilities (PwDs).

China expert and adviser to NSA named new CDS

The Centre on Wednesday appointed LtGen Anil Chauhan, a known China expert who retired as the Eastern Army Command chief in May last year, as the country's next chief of defence staff (CDS).

Strength training, balanced diet: Here’s how to stay fit during Navratri

Navratri is here and after two years, garba enthusiasts can gear up to swirl and twirl for vibrant celebrations! While we do love to gorge on scrumptious food during the festive days, after the modak-binge, it might just be the time to get the ball rolling on the fitness plans to not miss out on the energy-filled evenings.

‘After two years, we are fully booked this Navratri!,’ say singers

Garba nights to pujo performances, festive bashes are back with a bang – and performers say they have back-to-back gigs lined up this season | ‘Not just us, but people are also looking forward to these gigs’

NRI doctor's wife, two daughters killed in US car crash, Telugus shell-shocked

Three women of Telugu origin died in a road accident in the US on Monday night.

Over 250 held as police conducts fresh raids on PFI in six states

More than 250 Popular M Front of India (PFI) functionaries and people tied to it were rounded up Tuesday in sweeping police raids in Delhi and six states against the outfit, currently being probed by the NIA and ED for its alleged terrorist activities and terrorism-linked funding.

Enhance coverage of SCs in schemes: FM to PSU banks

As part of a focus on scheduled caste community, finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Tuesday asked state-run banks to fill up vacancies, maintain records of outsourced jobs, such as those of safai karmcharis or sanitation workers and enhance the coverage of SCs under all schemes.

Asha Parekh to be conferred with Dada Saheb Phalke award for 2020

Veteran actor Asha Parekh will be conferred the Dada Saheb Phalke award for 2020, the highest recognition in the field of Indian cinema, Union information and broadcasting minister Anurag Thakur said on Tuesday.

Tirumala fest begins with low turnout

The nine-day annual Brahmotsavams of Lord Venkateswara began with a low pilgrim rush at Tirumala on Tuesday.

THE FINAL STRETCH

South Africa Series Is India's Last Chance To Address Shortcomings Before The T20 World Cup Next Month

Putin expected to annex parts of Ukraine after 'referendums' end

Moscow Proxies In Occupied Areas Report 'Big Votes' To Join Russia

Nasa crashes craft into an asteroid in test of Earth defence

An illustration of Nasa's DART spacecraft prior to impact with the Didymos binary system