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            <title><![CDATA[Hyderabad agency secures 11 acres in Kondapur, Kukatpally for public use]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[A Hyderabad city agency reclaimed/protected 11 acres of public land across Kondapur and Kukatpally/Pragathinagar, earmarked for a park, a cremation ground, and a dumping yard. Officials coordinated with revenue and GHMC teams, conducted field inspections, and installed protective fencing to prevent further encroachment. Outlets reported a valuation of Rs 1,650 crore or more, with some differences in naming the agency and specific site details.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/62</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:26:15.864391</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hyderabad residents plan quick getaways as Ugadi, Id-ul-Fitr create four-day holiday window]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[With Ugadi on Thursday and Id-ul-Fitr likely on Friday or Saturday, many Hyderabad residents are taking advantage of a four-day break for quick nature getaways. Travel planners report a sharp mid-week surge in bookings, with many weekend stays full or down to limited rooms. Students finishing exams and employees in IT, banking and government are among those heading out.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/61</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:24:29.769781</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Dr Kavitha Reddy assumes charge as IIHFW governing council chairperson in Hyderabad]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Dr Kavitha Reddy, a doctor from Nizamabad, has assumed charge as chairperson of the governing council of the Indian Institute of Health and Family Welfare (IIHFW) at the institute’s Hyderabad office. The event was attended by State government advisor and Bodhan MLA P Sudarshan Reddy and Jagtial MLA Sanjay as chief guests. Reddy expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, ministers and MLAs, and pledged to protect public health, prepare an action plan, improve services in government hospitals, and further develop the institute. [source: Deccan Chronicle - Hyderabad]]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/60</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:23:08.001976</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Secunderabad Cantonment seeks Rs 18 crore from Defence Ministry for civic works]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Secunderabad Cantonment has proposed Rs 18 crore in special funds from the Union Defence Ministry to address "persistent gaps" in civic infrastructure. A BJP-nominated member said the request, routed via MP Eatala Rajender to Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, prompted the Centre to seek detailed estimates. Representatives also cited a recent Rs 14.5 crore grant, an expected Rs 9 crore in service charges, and unresolved state government dues, including TPT-related payments. [source: Deccan Chronicle - Hyderabad]]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/59</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:21:51.587357</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[India Post launches 24-hr and 48-hr premium delivery; Hyderabad among six pilot cities]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Department of Posts under the ministry of telecommunication has launched three premium services that promise 24-hour and 48-hour delivery for urgent consignments. Initially available in six cities including Hyderabad, the initiative will use dedicated processing and priority air transport, with a nationwide rollout targeted by March 2027. Communications minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said India Post recorded 20% revenue growth in the first 11 months of FY26.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/58</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:20:59.608268</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Colliers projects Hyderabad to anchor 2026 office market with 10–12 mn sq ft demand and supply]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Colliers projects Hyderabad to remain a key driver of India’s office market in 2026, with both demand and new supply at 10–12 million sq ft. Nationally, Grade A demand is forecast at 70–75 million sq ft and new supply at 60–65 million sq ft, driven by diversified occupiers, GCC expansion and flexible workspaces. Hyderabad, alongside Bengaluru and Delhi-NCR, is expected to anchor the growth cycle, supported by a strong tech ecosystem and cost competitiveness.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/57</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:19:47.610258</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Governor outlines Telangana development roadmap, highlights GHMC trifurcation and CURE model]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla opened the Budget session with a development-focused address that he described as a roadmap for a stronger, more resilient Telangana. He highlighted urban reforms under the Core Urban Region Economy (CURE) model, including the trifurcation of GHMC, and set a long-term growth aspiration. The speech also featured broader ambitions for innovation and inclusion.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/56</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:17:59.223822</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[IMD warns of March 17 thunderstorms in 22 Telangana districts; Hyderabad sees minimal rain]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The India Meteorological Department issued a thunderstorm warning for 22 Telangana districts for Tuesday, March 17. Hyderabad was forecast to be partly cloudy with a chance of evening or night thundershowers, while scattered rainfall was recorded across the state with higher totals in parts of Sangareddy district. IMD Hyderabad also forecast light to moderate rain or thunderstorms in multiple districts between March 15 and 20, with gusty winds of 30–40 kmph.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/55</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:16:26.243257</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[13 UK-based schools show interest in Hyderabad branch campuses]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Thirteen United Kingdom-based schools are showing strong interest in establishing branch campuses in Hyderabad, according to The Hindu - Telangana. The report attributes the interest to Hyderabad’s livability, infrastructure, and existing tech ecosystem. The article does not name the schools or provide timelines.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/54</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:14:56.992125</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[849 motorists booked for drunk driving across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Special enforcement drives against drunk driving across Hyderabad, Cyberabad and Malkajgiri resulted in 849 motorists being booked over the weekend. Hyderabad’s two-day drive on March 13 and 14 accounted for 364 cases, while Malkajgiri recorded 223 and Cyberabad 262, with detailed breakdowns by vehicle type and blood alcohol concentration (BAC) levels reported for Hyderabad and Malkajgiri. Authorities provided granular BAC ranges, highlighting higher readings among a portion of offenders.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/53</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:13:38.967440</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Residents, ex-SCB official press Defence Estates on civic issues and delayed Secunderabad Cantonment elections]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Residents of Secunderabad Cantonment have submitted a representation to the Principal Director of Defence Estates flagging long-pending civic issues, including a building permission mortgage system, excess Transfer of Property Tax charges, and delays in holding SCB elections. Separately, former SCB vice-president Jampanna Pratap filed a memorandum with a senior Defence Estate Officer, warning that the absence of elected representatives has weakened governance and stalled development. He cited proposals for party-symbol elections and potential mergers of Cantonment Boards with nearby urban local bodies; a six-member committee studied the merger and submitted its report, but no decision has been taken.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/52</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:12:18.994417</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[EV charging equipment maker Exicom opens plant in Hyderabad]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[The Hindu - Telangana reported that EV charging equipment maker Exicom has opened a plant in Hyderabad. The provided source text contains only the headline, with no further details. Key specifics such as the plant’s location, capacity, and investment are not included in the provided text.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/51</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:11:01.065591</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[GHMC urges property tax defaulters to use OTS as CURE-region collections lag]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[GHMC Commissioner R.V. Karnan urged property tax defaulters to utilise the One Time Settlement scheme, which waives 90% of interest on arrears. In the CURE region, collections are a little above one-third of net demand, though higher than the same date last year. The tri-corporation demand totals ₹8,734 crore, including ₹3,523 crore as interest, with net payable cited at ₹6,387 crore under the waiver.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/50</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:09:43.732145</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Evening showers bring brief relief from heat in Hyderabad]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Parts of Hyderabad saw light to moderate rainfall on Monday evening, March 16, beginning as a drizzle around 7.30 p.m. before intensifying. The brief showers provided relief from the high temperatures that have persisted across Telangana since the start of the month, but the timing caught many commuters off guard during the evening rush hour. The Hindu - Telangana reported the change and its immediate impact on office-goers returning home.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/49</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:08:01.608427</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Four arrested at Hyderabad airport after ₹1 crore Kukatpally robbery; five still absconding]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Hyderabad police arrested four men at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport after a ₹1 crore robbery in Kukatpally that involved attackers throwing chilli powder at victims. The alleged prime conspirator, Md Khusrouddin, and three associates were held, while five named suspects remain absconding. Police have linked the cash to hawala transactions and said the assault occurred near Pillar 836 on Monday night.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/48</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:06:43.942074</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hyderabad IT corridor kitchens adapt as LPG shortage enters second week]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[An LPG shortage has disrupted cooking across Hyderabad’s IT corridor for a second week, according to The Hindu. The report links the crunch to tensions in West Asia and says over 11,000 PGs and hostels in Madhapur and Gachibowli are staggering menus, while some restaurants and street vendors have scaled down or temporarily shut. Makeshift and sometimes risky alternatives are being used as stopgaps.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/47</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:04:31.529401</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Mallu Ravi presses Centre to fast‑track Telangana rail works, flags gaps in amenities and safety]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Nagarkurnool Congress MP Mallu Ravi urged the Union Government to accelerate several Telangana rail projects and address system-wide challenges. Speaking during the second round of discussion and voting on the Railway Ministry’s 2026–27 demands, he called for timely DPRs, adequate funding, and faster execution, citing persistent gaps in passenger amenities and safety despite a large national allocation.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/46</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:02:12.760945</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hyderabad Police warn of surge in AI-driven 'honeytrap' scams on social media]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Hyderabad Police Commissioner V. C. Sajjanar issued a public advisory on March 17, 2026, warning citizens about a surge in AI-driven 'honeytrap' scams on social media. The advisory, shared on X, said fraudsters use fabricated videos of women to lure users into downloading fake dating or video-calling apps that can access personal data, including contacts and photos. The report was published the same evening.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/45</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 20:00:57.264340</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Hyderabad couple held for drugging hospital patients, stealing gold]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[A Pharm.D student and her husband were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly posing as medical professionals, drugging patients, and stealing gold from hospitals across the city. Police from the Commissioner’s Task Force (Secunderabad Zone) and Market police made the arrests, seizing around 11 tolas of gold, two mobile phones, and a car. Outlets differ on the exact arrest date and some case specifics. [source: The Hindu - Telangana] [source: Telangana Today] [source: The Siasat Daily]]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/44</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 19:59:40.968212</pubDate>
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            <title><![CDATA[Telangana excise seizes drugs, illicit liquor worth nearly ₹55 lakh in coordinated raids]]></title>
            <description><![CDATA[Excise officials across Telangana conducted coordinated enforcement operations, seizing narcotics and non-duty paid liquor valued at nearly ₹55 lakh. The seizures included ganja, cocaine, ‘OG Kush’, and smuggled liquor, and the operations uncovered interstate supply links and the use of social media platforms. Arrests were made in multiple cases, according to the report.]]></description>
            <link>https://workspace/article/43</link>
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            <pubDate>2026-03-17 19:56:59.895786</pubDate>
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