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Medipally police busted a prostitution racket run under the guise of a spa in Dwaraka Nagar and arrested a woman organiser and a client. Two women were rescued. The organiser had lured them with false promises of jobs and income

President Trump hinted at Vice President JD Vance as the likely heir to his MAGA movement, while also suggesting Secretary of State Marco Rubio could join him in some role. Trump said it was still “too early” to confirm a successor.

Former BC Commission chairman Vakulabharanam Krishna Mohan Rao criticised the Congress’s Delhi protest on BC reservations, calling it a publicity stunt. He urged the government to take the legal route and questioned the legitimacy of the hastily prepared BC reports

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw told Lok Sabha that confirmed/RAC e-ticket passengers can avail of travel insurance by paying a premium of just Rs 0.45. Over Rs 27 crore has been disbursed in settled claims over five years, he said

The Kinnaur Kailash Yatra in Himachal Pradesh has been suspended after heavy rain damaged trekking routes. ITBP and NDRF rescued 413 stranded pilgrims. Statewide, 617 roads are shut due to landslides, and schools have been closed in several districts

Actor, author and cancer survivor Lisa Ray shared her inspiring life journey at an interactive session hosted by FICCI FLO Hyderabad. She spoke about battling illness, embracing self-healing, and the power of meditation in reclaiming resilience and peace

British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen visited MNR University and called for deeper UK-India collaboration in higher education. He urged students to explore platforms like UK Healthcare Bootcamps and highlighted maternal and child health during World Breastfeeding Week.

In two weeks, Rachakonda She Teams caught 187 people, including 107 minors, for harassing women. Offenders were caught at public places and counselled. Police also held awareness drives against child marriage and urged women to report harassment through official helplines

DSP Cybercrime N Venugopal Reddy educated students on cyber scams during a Cyber Jaagrookta Diwas session in Zaheerabad. With 600+ students attending, sessions were also held at other Sangareddy colleges to promote awareness on digital safety and online frauds

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra dismissed US President Donald Trump's "dead economy" jibe, asserting that India is doing well and contributing 18% to global growth—more than the US. Inflation won't be impacted by potential oil-related sanctions, he added

JK Tyre launched its luxury Levitas tyre range at a stylish supercar showcase in Mumbai. Featuring top motorsports names like Akhilesh Reddy and Gaurav Gill, the event also introduced the 2025 India Racing Festival and record-setting stunts at Umling La Pass

Heavy monsoon rains continue to wreak havoc across Pakistan, prompting flood alerts from the NDMA. Major rivers like Indus and Chenab are swelling, while flash floods threaten northern areas. Since June 26, rains have killed 299 and injured over 700 people

Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajagopal Reddy criticised CM Revanth Reddy for not acting against Andhra-based contractors accused of looting funds from the Kaleshwaram project. He warned of consequences for the Congress if government mistakes are ignored and called for urgent reforms.

Taiwan's Defence Ministry said 16 Chinese aircraft and six warships were seen near its borders on Wednesday, with eight jets crossing into its air defence zone. Taiwan responded with jets, ships, and missile systems. Similar incursions happened earlier this week

The Assam government will soon launch a dedicated online portal to allow indigenous citizens living in vulnerable regions to apply for arms licences. The scheme aims to ensure their safety through a rigorous verification process and strict compliance with arms law

The GHMC has ordered closure of all slaughterhouses and retail beef shops in Hyderabad on August 15 and 16, citing Independence Day and Sri Krishna Janmashtami. Police Commissioners have been asked to support municipal teams in enforcing the directive.

A water tanker stuck in a road cave-in at Banjara Hills Road No. 1 was removed by crane. The incident disrupted traffic and alarmed residents, who urged GHMC to conduct regular inspections to ensure infrastructure safety in the area.

The Transport Department has expanded Sarathi online services across all Hyderabad RTOs, allowing licence renewals and address changes digitally. Vahan platform for vehicle registrations will be launched soon, enabling registrations at dealership level and reducing the need to visit RTOs.

BRS leaders accused the Congress government of distorting the Ghose Commission report on Kaleshwaram for political vendetta. They challenged the report's selective leaks, dismissed its legal standing, and demanded accountability for all involved in the project, not just BRS leaders.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky claimed that mercenaries from China, Pakistan, Central Asia, and Africa are fighting for Russia in Vovchansk. He vowed retaliation and praised Ukrainian troops. Heavy fighting continues, with 143 combat engagements reported on August 5

A viral claim by a neurosurgeon suggesting that wireless earbuds can harm the brain has been dismissed by experts. Doctors and engineers clarify that Bluetooth earbuds operate on low radio frequencies and pose no proven risk to brain health

Oxymorons, Hyderabad’s first cocktail lab, opens in Begumpet with an innovative blend of mixology and storytelling. Founded by hospitality veteran Rehan Guha, the bar offers experimental cocktails crafted using techniques like clarification, fermentation, and fat-washing

After two student suicides in one medical college hostel, RGUHS is planning to install anti-suicide devices in ceiling fans across affiliated colleges. The devices disconnect under pressure and trigger alarms, enabling timely intervention and psychological support for distressed students

The Telangana Real Estate Regulatory Authority (TGRERA) has imposed penalties totalling nearly Rs 29 lakh on two Hyderabad-based builders for violating RERA provisions. The action follows complaints of construction defects, non-registration of projects, and failure to refund buyers