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The three-day Deep Mela was inaugurated by Kuchipudi dancer Deepika Reddy at HITEX Exhibition Grounds in Hyderabad. Featuring over 228 stalls from across India, the exhibition offers fashion, jewellery, accessories and lifestyle products while supporting the social initiatives of Deepshikha Mahila Club.
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The Election Commission has published Andhra Pradesh's draft electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision, removing nearly 45 lakh names due to shifting, death and duplicate enrolment. Eligible voters can file claims and objections until August 30
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Family members of Delhi Police personnel injured during the Jantar Mantar protest alleged that officers were assaulted with stones, shoes and flower pots after the demonstration turned violent. They also claimed protesters damaged barricades, police equipment and public property
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The CBI arrested two brothers in the Chandranath Rath murder case, alleging they were involved in the conspiracy and examining suspected links with a rival political party. Investigators said the plot was planned months in advance and further investigation is underway
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A single supplier match and a zettabyte-scale archive drawing gigawatt-class compute look like they belong to different governance problems entirely — different teams, different tools, different regulatory regimes. In this architecture, they are the same proof, run at different magnitudes.
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The Delhi High Court has sought Delhi Police's response to activist Umar Khalid's fresh bail plea in the UAPA case linked to the alleged larger conspiracy behind the 2020 northeast Delhi riots and scheduled the matter for hearing on August 27
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A man accused of murdering his wife in February was found hanging near her grave in Nomula village of Ibrahimpatnam mandal. Police suspect suicide and are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death after he had remained absconding for months.
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The Union Cabinet has approved an expanded Khelo India Scheme and enhanced funding for national sports federations with a combined outlay of Rs 36,441 crore over five years to strengthen grassroots sports, athlete development and India's international sporting ambitions
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Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar urged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Vijay Joseph to postpone his August 3 Bengaluru visit amid protests over the Cauvery water release order. He stressed dialogue, defended the Mekedatu project and announced an all-party meeting
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Lisa Haydon has reflected on her Indian-Australian upbringing in a heartfelt Instagram post, recalling childhood adventures, family traditions and treasured memories in Australia while sharing candid glimpses of her husband and three children during a family visit.
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari alleged a Rs 15,000 crore revenue leak in Birbhum over 15 years, blaming the previous government. He cited the seizure of cash, gold and properties linked to stone trader Tullu Mondal during an illegal mining crackdown
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Actress and content creator Niharika NM has praised Sai Pallavi for her simplicity, talent and dignified personality, calling her an inspiration. She also spoke about enjoying her experience working on Bhai Tera Star Hai alongside Raghav Juyal
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Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's remarks questioning the competence of engineering graduates have drawn criticism from students, ABVP leaders and faculty. They urged the government to improve engineering education instead of making sweeping comments that hurt students' morale
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The Congress criticised the Centre after an Odisha medical PG examination paper was circulated on WhatsApp during the test, arguing stronger punishments alone cannot curb exam malpractice. It called for wider reforms to tackle corruption and commercialisation in the education system
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The rupee appreciated 15 paise to settle at 95.35 against the US dollar, supported by RBI intervention and sustained foreign fund inflows. Gains were limited by higher crude oil prices, a stronger dollar and escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia
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Ongoing stormwater drain works near Model House in Punjagutta have caused severe traffic congestion, delaying commuters for weeks. GHMC officials said the project is nearing completion but progress has slowed due to heavy rains, with the remaining work expected to finish soon.
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Delhi Police arrested 44 people, including three proclaimed offenders, in 34 criminal cases during a 72-hour operation in northwest Delhi. Police also traced five missing persons, recovered stolen property and cracked burglary, robbery, cyber fraud and gambling-related cases
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Raashii Khanna has revealed that Rajinikanth gifted her the book Living with the Himalayan Masters during the shoot of Dharman. The actress said the book inspired self-reflection and shared how it changed her perspective on spirituality and human connection
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Dr Tessy Thomas, popularly known as the "Missile Woman of India", will deliver the 26th Annual Memorial Oration at the Dr K V Rao Scientific Society's Annual Day celebrations at the University of Hyderabad on August 1, highlighting science, innovation and research.
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Fatima Sana Shaikh delighted fans by sharing behind-the-scenes photographs with her Teen Kauwe co-stars Bobby Deol and Sidhant Gupta. The actress gave a glimpse of their camaraderie while also building anticipation for the upcoming Prime Video spy thriller.
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The Telangana government has renamed the Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences (TIMS), Sanathnagar, as Dr Marri Channa Reddy Telangana Institute of Medical Sciences. The new name will be used for official, administrative and public purposes to honour the former Chief Minister.
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Indian boxer Preeti Pawar advanced to the Commonwealth Games women's 54kg final after outclassing Zambia's Catherine Mwape 5-0 in Glasgow. The Asian Games bronze medallist will now face Canada's Scarlett Delgado in the gold-medal bout
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Exiled Bangladeshi author Taslima Nasreen returned to Kolkata after nearly 19 years, calling it an emotional homecoming. Her visit for an anti-fundamentalism literary event has reignited discussions on free speech, secularism and the state's changing political landscape
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The Telangana Human Rights Commission has taken suo motu cognisance of the Miyapur stormwater drain incident in which an elderly man was swept away. It has sought detailed reports from civic agencies on safety measures, rescue efforts and steps to prevent similar incidents.
