Herald Bureau

Excise duty hike: Petrol and diesel spared for now

While consumers are temporarily shielded from price increases at the pump, experts warn that sustained pressure on oil marketing companies could lead to eventual adjustments in retail fuel prices. For now, the government emphasizes that the decision is part of its broader fiscal strategy in a challenging global economic environment.

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Kancha Gachi Bowli Row: Dia Mirza Refutes Telangana CM’s Allegations

Joining issue with the Chief Minister, she said “this is an absolutely false statement. I have not posted a single image or video that is AI generated. The media and the Telangana government should verify their facts before making such claims.” The controversy stems from ongoing protests led by students of the University of Hyderabad and environmental activists.

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Divine Spledours: Bhadradri Echoes To Chants of Celestial Celebrations

The previous Chief Minister had attended the festival only during the first two years of his tenure. The participation of the current Chief Minister in the event marks a significant gesture that resonated with devotees. Adding to the splendor of the occasion, Pattu Vastrams (silk garments) were offered by the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD).

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Red corridors crumbling with big surge in surrenders. Does it signal an end game?

The insurgency, which began in 1967 with the Naxalbari uprising, reached its peak in the late 2000s, affecting nearly 180 districts. The Modi government, as announced by Home Minister Amit Shah, is firm on addressing the insurgency by 2026.Shah has declared that the number of LWE-affected districts has now come down to only six.

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Hyderabad’s Tallest Bus Conductor and His Daily Physical Ordeal

Adding to his plight is the bus’s height-an interior ceiling measuring just 181 cm makes it virtually impossible for Ansari to stand upright. The repetitive strain has forced him to make frequent trips to the hospital, leaving him both physically and emotionally drained. “It’s not just a job- it’s an everyday challenge,” Ansari laments

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Office Leasing Down in Hyderabad and Kolkata: Q1 2025 Insights

Office space leasing in Hyderabad dropped by 41%, with transactions totaling 1.7 million square feet in Q1 2025, compared to 2.9 million square feet during the same period last year. Limited availability of premium office spaces and shifting preferences among global firms are cited as possible reasons behind the decline.

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Hyderabad’s Himayat Sagar, its Eco Park and a profound metamorphosis

Located just a short drive from Hyderabad city, the bird park is expected to become a sought-after weekend destination for families, tourists, and bird watchers. With its innovative design and focus on sustainability, the Himayat Sagar Bird Park marks a milestone in urban eco-friendly projects.

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Krishna Waters: Centre to convene a high- level meeting

This highlights inefficiencies in water management while drinking water needs in command area cities, including Hyderabad, remain inadequately addressed. Hyderabad is entitled to receive 16.5 TMC of Krishna water annually to meet its drinking water requirements, but this allocation is often unmet, thus adding to conflict situation.

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