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Andhra Pradesh's Mana Mitra WhatsApp governance platform now delivers 1,126 government services across 35 departments, serving 58.2 lakh citizens. The state is expanding AI-driven governance through grievance redressal, data integration and predictive administration to improve public service delivery and welfare

Telangana has entered the World Bank's upper-middle-income category with a per capita income of ₹4.19 lakh for 2025-26, becoming one of five Indian states to achieve the milestone. Strong economic growth over the past decade has positioned it among India's wealthiest states

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto visited the UNESCO-listed Prambanan Temple in Yogyakarta, inaugurating an India-supported restoration project. The initiative highlights shared cultural heritage and strengthens bilateral ties during Modi's three-nation diplomatic tour of Southeast Asia and Oceania

US forces struck Iranian military targets after accusing Tehran of attacking three ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while revoking Iran's oil sales license. Iran retaliated by targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, escalating regional tensions and casting doubt on fragile ceasefire negotiations

Contract healthcare workers staged a one-hour protest at Telangana government hospitals, demanding higher wages, timely salary payments and implementation of labour laws. Unions warned of a larger protest and possible strike if the government fails to address their long-pending grievances

A 116-year-old devotee from Chennai, Navaneethamma, trekked to Tirumala on foot for darshan of Lord Venkateswara Swamy. Impressed by her devotion, the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams arranged special VIP darshan, while Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister praised her remarkable faith

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi has intensified its campaign against the Telangana government, focusing on farmers' issues, alleged irregularities and organisational rebuilding. Senior leaders are touring the state to strengthen grassroots support and prepare for sustained political mobilisation ahead of future elections

Anshula Kapoor married screenwriter-director Rohan Thakkar in an intimate ceremony. Sharing wedding photographs, Anshula described him as her "safest place" and "easiest choice" after the couple's engagement in October 2025

Shilpa Shirodkar shared a funny family secret, revealing that brother-in-law Mahesh Babu had secretly understood Marathi for years, leaving her and sister Namrata Shirodkar stunned after they believed their conversations were private 

India and Indonesia signed a defence agreement for the supply of BrahMos missiles and expanded cooperation in defence, maritime security, healthcare and critical minerals during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Jakarta visit, where he also received Indonesia's highest civilian honour

A woman in Telangana's Nizamabad district, along with her alleged lover and his friend, was arrested for allegedly murdering her husband by injecting toilet cleaner into his IV line after an earlier attempt to kill him by pushing him off a terrace failed

Narendra Modi received Indonesia's highest honour, the Bintang Adipurna, from Prabowo Subianto during his Jakarta visit. The leaders also held talks to strengthen the India-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership across key sectors

The Nagaland Cabinet approved convening a special Assembly session to enact a law for the proposed Frontier Nagaland Territorial Authority, while seeking the Centre's approval for legislative powers and a higher development package amid delays in implementing the February agreement

Jackie Shroff celebrated 37 years of the blockbuster Tridev by sharing nostalgic moments from the action thriller. The film, featuring an ensemble cast and chart-topping music, remains one of Hindi cinema's most iconic commercial successes

Vin Diesel reflected on his childhood in New York, recalling how his grandmother inspired his admiration for a legendary screen detective. The actor described filming the character during America's 250th anniversary celebrations as a deeply personal and meaningful milestone

An exploration of popcorn's journey from an ancient snack to the world's favourite cinema treat traces its rise alongside the film industry. The article also highlights regional movie snacks, including choc tops in Australasia and roasted ants in Colombia

Researchers at CSIR-Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research have developed India's first mobile Smart Algal Liquid Tree, an algae-based air purification system that absorbs carbon dioxide, releases oxygen and helps improve air quality in crowded urban spaces with limited greenery

INS Sudarshini sailed past the Statue of Liberty during the US International Naval Review 250 celebrations, showcasing India's maritime heritage and highlighting the growing India-US naval partnership as part of its Lokayan 2026 expedition

The Indian rupee strengthened 15 paise against the US dollar in early trade, supported by improved market sentiment after Saudi Arabia cut crude prices for Asia. Easing Middle East tensions, lower oil prices and renewed foreign investor buying also boosted the currency

Indian benchmark indices advanced in early trade, supported by positive global cues, easing crude oil concerns and renewed foreign investor buying. IT and banking stocks led gains, while analysts said improved technical indicators and stronger fundamentals continued to support market sentiment

Mumbai remained on high alert as the IMD forecast another day of torrential rain, prompting school closures, work-from-home advisories and emergency measures. Record rainfall over 48 hours caused widespread flooding, transport disruptions and storm damage across the city and suburbs

Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Jakarta as he began his Indonesia visit. He will hold talks with Prabowo Subianto to deepen strategic cooperation and visit the historic Prambanan

A severe heat wave across the United States has killed more than two dozen people, with New Jersey reporting 29 deaths. Record-breaking temperatures disrupted Independence Day events, overwhelmed emergency services and prompted health warnings as extreme heat affected over 20 states

More than 85,000 pilgrims have completed the annual Amarnath Yatra in its first four days, with over 28,000 devotees offering prayers on Monday. Authorities have tightened security, expanded facilities and urged pilgrims to travel only on their registered dates