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Hyderabad’s Kondapur hosts Upzy House, a dedicated rest and welfare facility designed to support gig workers. Inaugurated by Telangana Labour Minister Gaddam Vivekananda, the center offers AC seating, washrooms, meals and free medical consultations.

Three women in Tamil Nadu's Thirumangalam were arrested after video showed them kicking traffic barricades while riding a scooter on 100-Feet Road. Police traced the vehicle through its registration number, registered a case and later released the trio on station bail after a warning. The incident sparked debate over road safety and traffic rules.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay has launched the Thaaimaman Thanga Mothiram Thittam. The scheme applies retrospectively to babies born from June 22, 2026. Govt has allocated Rs 755.83 crore annually and plans to procure 4,41,667 rings.

Four people were killed and another was critically injured after a speeding car crashed into a divider and overturned on the Chennai-Bengaluru Expressway in Karnataka’s Kolar district on Wednesday. The accident occurred near Maragal in Bangarapet taluk. Three occupants reportedly died at the spot, while another died while being taken to hospital.

A student in Telangana died after her former lecturer forced her to consume pesticide and write a suicide note. Thandra Akshitarani was initially believed to have died by suicide, but CCTV footage, call records and other evidence led investigators to alleged murder. Lecturer Jetti Naveen Kumar has been arrested in connection with the case.

A prized Pulasa fish caught near Yanam fetched Rs 26,000 at local market, drawing crowds and creating a festive atmosphere. The seasonal Godavari delicacy is highly valued for its rich flavour, delicate flesh and limited availability during monsoon.

A heartwarming video shows two young siblings admiring a Lamborghini outside a car showroom before being invited inside by the owner. Inside, the children happily posed beside other supercars, examined the tyres and logo, and left beaming. The showroom owner’s gesture won praise online for turning a simple moment into a special memory.

A girl died after falling down a staircase at a Telangana school. She suffered a head injury and died during treatment next day. CCTV footage shows her losing balance while using the stairs. Police are examining the footage and checking whether any medical condition contributed. Her family and school gave different accounts of the response.

Four men, including a lawyer, were arrested after a bank employee was robbed of Rs 11 lakh near Chennai's Vani Mahal flyover. Karthikeyan was carrying Rs 12 lakh collected from Parrys Corner when the gang intercepted him. Investigators recovered Rs 2.38 lakh and are probing whether the robbery involved tip-off or hawala-linked money to suspects.

Even Petchiammal's child learnt the truth only years later. From shaving her head to learning to smoke beedis as part of the disguise, Muthu Master spent decades maintaining a male identity that she says gave her courage, respect and protection.