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YSRCP leader and Rajampet MP P V Midhun Reddy was granted bail by an ACB court in the alleged Rs 3,200-crore liquor scam case. He must appear before investigators twice a week and avoid commenting publicly or contacting witnesses

India is negotiating free trade agreements with the US, EU, and several other countries, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said. Talks with the US aim to double trade to $500 billion by 2030, while the India-EFTA pact takes effect on October 1

Self-styled godman Chaitanyananda Saraswati, accused of sexually harassing 17 women students, was taken to a Delhi management institute to recreate events. Police say he used CCTV feeds and aides to threaten students. Rs 8 crore in assets has been frozen

Tripura Power Minister Ratan Lal Nath said the state is supplying 44–45 MW of electricity to Bangladesh during Durga Puja, despite local demand rising to 380 MW. Mizoram is also supplying 40 MW to Tripura to meet festive need

Ranbir Kapoor, reuniting with director Sanjay Leela Bhansali after 18 years for *Love & War*, praised him as the mentor who shaped his acting. The 2026 epic film co-stars Alia Bhatt and Vicky Kaushal in their first collaboration together

A leopard that had terrorized Sitapur's Basauli village for a month was finally captured by the forest department after repeated attacks on cattle. Officials confirmed its presence via CCTV and footprints, and the animal is now under medical observation

India will see the re-release of the entire Spider-Man film franchise this November, starting with Tobey Maguire, followed by Andrew Garfield, Tom Holland, and the animated Spider-Verse saga. Fans can relive Peter Parker’s journey across all eras on the big screen.

After the blockbuster success of *Saiyaara*, Ahaan Panday will star in an upcoming action-romance directed by Ali Abbas Zafar and produced by YRF. The film, set to begin shooting in early 2026, marks Zafar’s fifth collaboration with Aditya Chopra

Security forces in Chhattisgarh's Abujhmad region recovered explosives, Naxalite literature, and combat gear during a major anti-Maoist operation in Kodliar forest. The operation, led by Narayanpur police, aims to dismantle Maoist infrastructure and ensure safety in the region

Swami Chaitanyanand Saraswati, accused of molesting 17 female students at a Delhi institute, was arrested in Agra and interrogated at the campus. Police are investigating 16 years of abuse, deleted evidence, and possible staff complicity in covering up crimes

The missing golden pedestal of the Sabarimala Dwarapalaka idol was found at a sponsor's relative's home, sparking allegations of conspiracy. Minister VN Vasavan and former board president Padmakumar have called for a detailed vigilance investigation and court review

Hyderabad’s Tilak Varma underlined his class in the Asia Cup final against Pakistan, steering India with maturity and power. From IPL roots to consistent international performances, the southpaw is shaping into India’s next all-format star, backed by coach Salam Bayash.

India’s Asia Cup–winning team refused to accept the winner’s trophy from ACC chief and Pakistan Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi after defeating Pakistan in Dubai. Captain Suryakumar Yadav said the team’s real trophies were his players, as BCCI vowed protest.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi spoke to Tamil Nadu CM M.K. Stalin and TVK chief Vijay over the Karur stampede that has claimed 40 lives. He conveyed condolences, while political leaders announced compensation and probes continue into lapses at the rally.

A 17-year-old girl was shot dead by her father and minor brother in Uttar Pradesh’s Shamli district in a suspected case of honour killing. Police arrested both accused, who confessed to the crime, saying the victim had “tarnished” the family’s name.

The death toll in the Karur stampede at TVK leader Vijay’s rally rose to 41 after a 65-year-old woman died of injuries. Authorities have ordered a judicial probe, while PM Modi and CM Stalin announced ex gratia relief for victims.

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The Railways team won the Senior National Ball Badminton Championship for the 11th time in a row, defeating Tamil Nadu in the final at Dundigal. Coach K Shashi Kumar praised the players, all Star of India awardees, for their consistent brilliance

Tilak Varma’s unbeaten 69 and Kuldeep Yadav’s four-wicket spell helped India beat Pakistan by five wickets in a tense Asia Cup final in Dubai. Supported by Sanju Samson and Shivam Dube, India clinched their ninth Asia Cup crown

Apart from exposing glaring gaps in crowd management strategies, such tragedies also raise questions over the accountability of the organisers in ensuring public safety

Mithun Manhas has been elected as the new BCCI President at the 94th AGM, while Rajeev Shukla and Devajit Saikia have been re-elected as Vice-President and Secretary. Several other positions, including those of joint secretary and treasurer, were also filled

Telangana athletes excelled at the 9th National Pickleball Championship in Jammu & Kashmir, with Sucharita Thakur and P. Chakrapani winning gold in mixed doubles (35 & above) and Dr. Sonibala Devi securing two bronze medals in singles and doubles events

Andhra’s Sravyasree Bheemarasetty shocked GM N.R. Vignesh with a brilliant win in the Ruy Lopez game at the 62nd National Chess Championship. Meanwhile, GM Sasikiran, GM Abhijeet Gupta, and others continue to lead after round seven in Guntur