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Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange announced a fresh agitation from August 29, alleging delays in issuing Kunbi caste certificates based on Hyderabad Gazette records. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said pending cases were few and the government was ready for discussions

A 44-year-old fruit trader from Amberpet, Hyderabad, died by suicide after recording a selfie video accusing his wife and in-laws of financial and mental harassment.

The Supreme Court granted bail to two alleged Indian Mujahideen operatives held since 2014 in a Delhi terror case, observing that prolonged incarceration without a likely trial conclusion violated their right to liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution

The government informed Rajya Sabha that investigators found no abnormality in the fuel control switch locking mechanism of the Air India Boeing Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad. The examination of the complete thrust control module is ongoing, with the final report awaited

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke urged the government to stop allegedly harassing students after the NEET protests, warning of a larger agitation if needed. He said students were the country's future and criticised the Centre over its handling of the issue.

The Rajya Sabha passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, making deliberate insult of Vande Mataram a punishable offence. The legislation was cleared after a heated debate, with Opposition members staging a walkout during the discussion

Nehru Zoological Park celebrated World Tiger Day with tiger adoption, keepers' talks, student competitions and a rally. SBI renewed its adoption of five tigers by donating Rs 15 lakh, while zoo officials highlighted the importance of tiger conservation and captive breeding efforts.

The Rajya Sabha has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, extending legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The law makes insulting or obstructing its rendition a punishable offence with up to three years’ imprisonment or fine.

The restored Khursheed Jah Devdi in Hyderabad's Old City is expected to open to the public early next year. QQSUDA has invited hospitality firms to manage the heritage palace, which could host cultural events, an art gallery, and a cafeteria while preserving its historic character.

Director Destin Daniel Cretton says Spider-Man's enduring appeal lies in his humanity and vulnerability, themes explored in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The filmmaker also praised Tom Holland's performance and highlighted the film's practical action sequences ahead of its India release

The iconic Malakpet TV tower in Hyderabad, once central to Doordarshan’s analogue broadcasts, is being repurposed for digital mobile broadcasting. Trials are underway to deliver TV channels directly to smartphones without internet or subscription, with Doordarshan channels like DD Yadagiri, DD National, and DD Sports expected to lead the rollout.

Commercial flight operations will shift from Visakhapatnam Airport to the newly developed Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram from August 17, following a Civil Aviation Ministry notification. The new airport will initially handle 6 million passengers annually

Sachin Tendulkar paid a heartfelt tribute to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on Guru Purnima, visiting his memorial at Shivaji Park and thanking the mentor who shaped both his cricketing career and character through years of dedicated guidance

Adani Enterprises reported its highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of Rs 5,642 crore in Q1 FY27, registering 49 per cent year-on-year growth. The company highlighted strong performance across airports, copper, solar modules and infrastructure platforms, along with new milestones in its expansion journey

Veteran actress Meenakshi Seshadri reminisced about the success of her blockbuster film Hero on India's Best Dancer, revealing that it ran for a year at Chennai's Padma theatre and recalling her memorable on-screen chemistry with Jackie Shroff

BRS leaders have accused the Congress government of delaying the regularisation of SCCL lands under GO 76 in Kothagudem. They demanded a White Paper on pending applications and urged the government to announce a timeline for issuing pattas to eligible beneficiaries.

Indian boxer Sakshi guaranteed India another medal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow by storming into the semifinals with a 5-0 unanimous decision victory over Northern Ireland’s Caitlin Fryers in the quarter-finals

The Telangana Association of United Kingdom celebrated Bonalu Festival in London with over 2,500 diaspora members participating. The event featured traditional rituals, cultural performances and a Thottela procession. Leaders highlighted the importance of preserving Telangana's cultural identity and passing traditions to future generations

The French Institute in India has selected 35 laureates for the fourth edition of the Villa Swagatam residency programme. Running from August 2026 to August 2027, the initiative promotes cultural exchange through one- to three-month residencies across France and South Asia.

BJP MP Kangana Ranaut and CJP spokesperson Saurav Das exchanged heated insults after Ranaut labeled NEET protestors "Generation gutter." Das questioned her mental stability, while the Mandi MP dismissed him as "useless and unemployed" in a viral Instagram feud

Niloufer Cafe founder Babu Rao advised young entrepreneurs to remain patient, maintain quality and treat customers with utmost importance while addressing the Startup Bharat programme in Hyderabad. He shared his business journey and encouraged startups to make the best use of the current ecosystem.

Actress Adah Sharma says films claiming to be based on true events carry a responsibility and shouldn't be used as marketing gimmicks. Discussing her upcoming 2027 Marathi debut Gajra, she highlighted the unsettling reality behind its narrative

India's HS Prannoy and Unnati Hooda made strong starts at the Taipei Open Super 300 on Wednesday, securing straight-game victories to reach the second round. Promising shuttler Tharun Mannepalli also advanced after shocking eighth seed Jeon Hyeok Jin

The Special Task Force of the Prohibition and Excise Department raided a house in Meerpet and seized 13 bottles of non-duty-paid Defence Liquor allegedly being sold illegally. One person was arrested, and the seized liquor was handed over for further legal action.