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The ED conducted searches at eight locations in Hyderabad on Wednesday in connection with the sheep-rearing scam. The raids target suspects linked to the 2017 subsidy scheme under the BRS government. The probe is based on ACB-filed FIRs.

BRS leader B. Vinod Kumar criticised both Congress and BJP for delaying enhanced BC reservations in Telangana. He urged inclusion of the proposal in the Ninth Schedule and demanded action from PM Modi and Rahul Gandhi instead of political stunts ahead of elections.

INCOIS confirmed that the 8.8-magnitude earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula poses no tsunami threat to India. A separate tremor in the Bay of Bengal also caused no danger. The Indian Ocean remains unaffected, with authorities urging calm.

The SIT seized Rs 11 crore in cash from a guest house in Shamshabad, Hyderabad, linked to the Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. The recovery follows confessions by a suspect, with the total irregularities in the case reportedly exceeding Rs 3,500 crore.

The actor had earlier participated in an advertisement related to ‘Jungle Rummy’ and was booked by Cyberabad police; he clarified that though he had briefly endorsed the betting app in 2016, he immediately ceased after knowing it was illegal

In a major raid linked to the Andhra liquor scam, SIT officials seized Rs 11 crore in cash from a guesthouse near Hyderabad. The bust follows confessions by accused Varun Purshottam. The scam allegedly involved Rs 3,500 crore in kickbacks.

Prasad Raju was adjudged ‘champion trainer’ for four consecutive seasons from 2007 - 2010 in the Winter Season only

Centuries by Gnana Prakash Reddy (151) for Nalgonda, Ritvik Raj Singh (139) for New Blues in different matches were some of the highlights of the HCA A-Division two-day league cricket championship

Congress’ decision to send Meenakshi Natarajan on a padayatra in Telangana is being viewed as a subtle review of CM Revanth Reddy’s leadership. With growing concerns over local polls and internal rifts, the yatra may reshape party dynamics

A man who was caught in a drunk driving check in Nalgonda and had his bike seized, attempted self-immolation inside the One Town Police Station. He is being treated for third-degree burns and is said to be recovering.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed officials to accelerate the Musi Riverfront development, with plans to create a landmark structure at Kothwalguda Junction. The CM further pushed for faster execution of Metro Rail and elevated corridor projects in Hyderabad.

Supercell’s Mo.co is a fun, co-op multiplayer game with easy combat, vibrant visuals, and intuitive mechanics. Ideal for casual players, it offers engaging missions, quick progression, and smart incentives—despite some connectivity issues and simplistic combat depth

Air India Express has rolled out its regular 'Payday Sale' with up to 15% discounts on fares across its network. The offer runs until August 1 for travel until March 31, 2026, with added benefits on Xpress Lite bookings

IIIT-Hyderabad students and faculty have developed an AI-powered tool that converts complex scientific research papers into easy-to-understand video summaries in 11 languages. The project, in partnership with Anusandhan NRF, aims to make science accessible to all learners

A local court sentenced four persons to three years of rigorous imprisonment for murdering Abdul Rehman Bin Amer and stealing jewellery from his house in Bhavaninagar in 2016. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on each of the convicts

IIT Hyderabad Director Prof B S Murty has been appointed president of the Indian Institute of Metals, succeeding JSW Group Chairman Sajjan Jindal. The appointment was announced at the 79th AGM held in Kolkata. Prof Murty continues as IIT-H Director till 2030

Hyderabad is witnessing a string of unusual wildlife sightings this monsoon. After hosting elephant Lakshmi for Bonalu, the city is now buzzing over a leopard spotted in Gandipet and a crocodile slithering into Kishanbagh, with snake sightings also on the rise

BRS working president KT Rama Rao paid tributes to Jnanpith awardee Singireddy Narayana Reddy (Sinare) on his birth anniversary, calling him a literary luminary whose poetry, lyrics, and service to Telugu enriched generations. He also recalled Sinare’s role as a Rajya Sabha MP

Vijay Kiran Agastya has been elected Chairman of ICAI's Southern India Regional Council for 2025–26. A former Deloitte VP and now EdTech founder, he leads a team with strong Hyderabad representation—marking a milestone for ICAI-SIRC’s leadership

To reduce environmental damage during Ganesh Chaturthi, CPCB and TGPCB have issued revised guidelines mandating eco-friendly clay idols and organic colours. Authorities must create artificial immersion ponds, while citizens and vendors are urged to support sustainable celebrations and proper waste disposal

An 80-year-old man from Tolichowki lost Rs 19.9 lakh in an online stock trading scam after clicking a fake link embedded in a bogus article. The scam involved false promises of high returns. Cybercrime police are investigating the incident

The iconic 69-foot Khairatabad Ganesh idol is taking shape rapidly, with over 60 per cent clay work completed. Crafted by artisans from Tamil Nadu and Odisha, this year’s eco-friendly idol follows the theme "Sri Vishwashanthi Maha Shakthi Ganapathy" for Ganesh Chaturthi on August 27

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested three men from Maharashtra for defrauding a local resident of Rs 44 lakh in a fake investment scam. The accused posed as trading advisors and routed funds through multiple accounts, with international links traced to Dubai

A mega job mela will be held on Saturday, August 2, from 7 AM to 2 PM at Red Rose Palace Function Hall, Nampally. Companies from pharma, IT, banking, education, and more will recruit candidates. Free entry; SSC qualification required