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A three-year-old boy in Chinnarutla village, Prakasam district, sustained minor neck injuries after being dragged by a leopard inside his home. The animal released him when villagers intervened. Forest officials have launched a search operation in the Nallamala Tiger Reserve

President Droupadi Murmu approved 127 Gallantry Awards, 40 Distinguished Service Awards, and 290 Mentions-in-Despatches on India’s 79th Independence Day. Awards honour exceptional courage, gallantry in operations including Operation Sindoor, and meritorious service across military and paramilitary forces

BRS MLA T Harish Rao has criticised the Telangana Congress government for raising life tax on two-wheelers, cars, and commercial vehicles. He called it a burden on the poor and middle class, warning it will raise costs for consumers

War 2 brings Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR together in a stylish action drama spanning several countries. While Jr NTR impresses and the action is slick, the predictable plot and weak emotional connect make it less gripping than expected.

Two Armed Reserve constables in Medak were suspended after being caught playing cards during a police raid at Venkataramana Colony. Authorities seized over Rs. 74,000 in cash and 19 mobile phones, highlighting strict action against gambling and misconduct

Enforcement Directorate Hyderabad has filed a prosecution complaint against former IFS officer Akula Kishan in a Rs 23.46 crore APWCFC scam under PMLA. The case involves fraudulent loans, forged agreements and diversion of funds for personal gain

BRS working president KT Rama Rao strongly criticised the Congress-led Telangana government for plunging the state into economic turmoil, citing back-to-back months of deflation as evidence. He warned that the state's economy was on the verge of collapse due to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's chaotic economic policies.

Police in Khammam have arrested seven people and booked 11 after a drunken brawl between two families escalated into arson. Petrol was poured on items outside a shop and set ablaze. Two persons were injured and four are absconding

Telangana’s farmers face an acute urea shortage amid disputes between State and central governments. Delayed paddy transplantation, long queues, and black-market activity threaten 10–15% crop losses, fuelling unrest and raising concerns over food security and farmer livelihoods

The Telangana Social Welfare Residential Teachers and Employees Association has urged the State government to extend the tenure of Dr N Kiranmayi, additional secretary (finance) at TGSWREIS, citing her reforms in clearing dues, resolving pension cases, and streamlining salary processes

BJP MLA Basangouda Patil Yatnal faces legal action after a case was filed against him at the Roza police station in Kalaburagi for allegedly making provocative remarks that could incite communal tension. The complainant accuses Yatnal of offering a cash reward to Hindu men marrying Muslim women.

Rachakonda police arrested a Bihar native, Shiv Kumar, for illegally possessing three country-made firearms and live ammunition at Charlapalli. He allegedly conspired with his absconding brother-in-law to sell weapons in Hyderabad. A case has been registered under the Arms Act

Six CPI (Maoist) cadres surrendered in Kothagudem, impressed by welfare and development measures under ‘Operation Cheyutha’. With 306 cadres surrendering this year, the police highlight improved health and family-focused motivations among lower-rank Maoists seeking to return to mainstream life

A massive boulder shifted from a rocky outcrop and fell onto the Manchirevula service road on the outskirts of Hyderabad, causing significant traffic disruption on Thursday. The Cyberabad traffic police promptly responded and efforts are underway to clear the boulder and restore the traffic flow.

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar alleged a “major conspiracy” in the Dharmasthala case, calling it baseless and urging a professional investigation. He stressed respect for all religions and dismissed claims of political interference while cautioning against media narratives

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka urged APHMEL, a subsidiary of SCCL, to scale its operations to compete globally. During a visit to the Ibrahimpatnam plant, he praised APHMEL's capabilities and announced plans to appoint a consultancy to assess the company's potential.

BJP MP Raghunandan Rao criticised Rahul Gandhi’s remarks on the Election Commission and challenged him to resign from Rae Bareli for a bypoll using ballot papers. He questioned the Congress leader’s win margin and defended the use of EVMs in past elections

The Sri Vana Durga Bhavani Temple at Edupayala, Medak, has been closed due to flooding in the Manjeera river following water release from the Singur reservoir. Authorities advised the public to stay away until inflows recede and rituals are completed.

Karnataka Home Minister G Parameshwara announced that the State will introduce a new law to curb hate speech and communal provocation. A special task force and CCTV network will strengthen monitoring in sensitive districts, especially in the coastal belt

In a swift breakthrough, Narsapur police solved a robbery case within 24 hours after a woman was attacked and robbed of her gold earrings on August 13. Following a complaint, police arrested the accused and recovered the stolen items.

The Telangana Basketball Association, in collaboration with Woxsen University, is hosting a month-long U-18 residential coaching camp in Sangareddy. Forty-nine young athletes are preparing for the 75th Junior National Basketball Championship under expert guidance and structured training programs

A 32-year-old panchayat worker, Md Mohin Pasha, died of electrocution in Vechareni village, Siddipet, while installing an iron flag post for Independence Day celebrations. The post came in contact with 11 kV power lines, killing him instantly

As local body elections are nearing in Telangana, the Congress government's welfare outreach, such as ration card distribution, Indiramma House allotments, and the Janahita Padayatra, is facing public backlash due to delays, and irregularities. Citizens in rural and urban areas are expressing dissatisfaction, with some resorting to protests.

Government data shows MTPs in Telangana have tripled in two years, from 4,071 in 2022-23 to 16,059 in 2024-25. Doctors say cuts in maternal schemes like KCR Kits and KCR Nutrition may have contributed to the surge