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HYDRAA faces criticism in Hyderabad as demolition debris from anti-encroachment drives remains uncleared at multiple sites, raising health and environmental concerns, prompting RWAs and activists to demand urgent cleanup and better land restoration

Research in Wapusk National Park and Hudson Bay finds longer ice-free seasons increase polar bears visits near humans, regardless of body condition, suggesting climate change influences encounters more than hunger, though stress may escalate conflicts 

Andaman and Nicobar Islands plans two Guinness World Records attempts at Swaraj Dweep, including underwater flag unfurling and human stack, led by DK Joshi to promote global diving tourism

Absconding drug trafficker Mohammad Salim Dola was extradited from Turkiye after living under a false identity. Linked to Dawood Ibrahim, he faces investigation by Narcotics Control Bureau in Mumbai

Rescuers at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur recovered victims from a capsized cruise, including a woman clutching her child. Difficult underwater conditions hamper operations as the death toll rises and teams continue searching for missing passengers

A cruise boat capsized at Bargi Dam in Jabalpur, killing six and leaving nine missing. Rescue teams, including NDRF and Indian Army, continue intensive operations amid challenging conditions to locate survivors

Cinematographer R Rathnavelu announced filming completion of Peddi starring Ram Charan. Directed by Buchi Babu Sana, the film enters post-production, with a grand song by A R Rahman and a June release planned

Pop star Britney Spears faces a misdemeanor DUI charge in California after alleged impaired driving. Authorities cited erratic behavior, while she has since entered treatment. Prosecutors may offer a lenient plea deal considering no prior record or injuries

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani drew criticism after suggesting Koh-i-Noor diamond be returned during King Charles III’s visit, with critics calling his remarks inappropriate during a solemn September 11 attacks memorial event

Aviation turbine fuel prices for international airlines rose over 5% in Delhi, marking a second monthly increase driven by global energy trends. Domestic carriers saw no change, as authorities maintained moderated rates while passing higher costs to foreign airlines

The makers of ‘Bhogi’, directed by Sampath Nandi, unveiled actress Anupama Parameswaran’s rustic look as Kandula Sulochana Rani. Starring Sharwanand, the period action drama set in the 1960s is slated for pan-India release on August 28

V Hanumantha Rao was appointed advisor for BC Welfare in Telangana with Minister of State rank. Retiring DGP B Shivadhar Reddy was named State Security Advisor

Netflix will stream a special World Laughter Day episode of The Great Indian Kapil Show featuring Kapil Sharma, Samay Raina, and Ranveer Allahbadia, aiming to deliver festive comedy entertainment amid past controversy

Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations announced Class 10 and 12 results for 2026 with over 99% pass rates. Girls outperformed boys in both ICSE and ISC exams, and results are available on the official website

Haj Committee of India has ordered pilgrims to pay an additional ₹10,000 airfare citing West Asia crisis, drawing criticism from Asaduddin Owaisi who called it unfair and demanded withdrawal and refunds for Haj 2026 travellers

Telangana is experiencing severe heatwave conditions, with Adilabad hitting 44.3°C. The IMD has issued alerts for Hyderabad and nearby districts, forecasting continued high temperatures despite chances of isolated thunderstorms and gusty winds in some areas

Filmmaker Tigmanshu Dhulia said he will continue planning a biopic on Irrfan Khan and director K Asif, reflecting on their long friendship. At an event, he recalled their collaborations and unfinished films, celebrating Irrfan’s legacy in Indian cinema

Infosys will set up a 20-acre campus in Visakhapatnam with capacity for 7,000 employees, expanding its presence in Andhra Pradesh. The move highlights growing tech investment and local talent development in the region

Emotional reunion saw Krushna Abhishek and Kashmera Shah’s twin sons meet Sunita Ahuja, wife of Govinda, after years of family estrangement. The meeting on Celebrity Laughter Chefs turned tearful, with apologies exchanged and reconciliation gestures within the family moment

In Kochi, a one-year-old child was rescued by CWC and police from an intoxicated couple in a hotel. The child was placed under protection due to neglect concerns and later transferred to Palakkad CWC for further care

Telangana Roads and Buildings Department is accelerating delayed Integrated District Offices Complex (IDOC) projects in five districts for completion by June. The facilities aim to improve administrative efficiency, alongside ongoing construction of legislator residence-cum-offices across the state

Supreme Court of India ruling on rape survivor pregnancy termination case urged law reform to allow abortion beyond 20 weeks in rape cases, stressing survivor choice and trauma. The court questioned AIIMS’ plea against terminating a 15-year-old’s 30-week pregnancy

Tamil Nadu will launch a literacy programme under the NILP to educate over four lakh adults by 2026–27. The initiative uses community centres, volunteers, and surveys to improve basic literacy, numeracy, and life skills across the state

India’s iPhone exports reached a record ₹2 lakh crore in FY26 under the PLI scheme, making Apple the top branded export contributor. Strong manufacturing growth boosted smartphone shipments, while Apple also announced leadership change with John Ternus replacing Tim Cook