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India’s U20 women bounced back with a dominant 7-0 win over Turkmenistan in the AFC U20 Asian Cup Qualifiers, climbing to the top of Group D with a strong goal difference

India is actively negotiating Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with multiple countries including the US, EU, Oman, Chile, Peru, and New Zealand, Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal said during the BT India @100 event. With India now the world’s fourth-largest economy, Goyal affirmed that the nation is on track to become the third-largest.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy emphasised the urgent need to rejuvenate the 55-km River Musi stretch as the key to effective flood management in Greater Hyderabad, urging immediate infrastructure upgrades amid rising rainfall and flood risks

Two new posters of Nani as ‘Jadel’ in ‘The Paradise’ were unveiled on Friday, much to the delight of fans. The film, set for release in eight languages, promises high-action scenes and strong performances. The Tollywood actor has reunited with director Srikanth Odela after their blockbuster ‘Dussehra’.

Medak MP M. Raghunandan Rao received a death threat from a caller claiming to be a Maoist, warning of an assassination by 6 pm on Friday. This marks the sixth such threat since June last year.

A tragic road accident occurred near Kothapalli on the Karimnagar–Jagtial main road, resulting in one fatality and four injuries.

A tourist couple from Hyderabad was allegedly assaulted by local bike rental operators at the Panaji bus stand in Goa following a dispute over extra rental charges. The man sustained head injuries, while his pregnant wife suffered facial swelling. Police are investigating

Following severe flooding in Gachibowli after heavy rains on August 7, HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath visited Malkam Cheruvu to assess the situation. He identified inadequate drainage and recommended installing sluice gates to prevent future flooding.

Continuing its efforts to improve women's safety, the Cyberabad Women and Children Safety Wing arrested 33 individuals for harassing women in public during decoy operations conducted between August 3 and 8. The offenders were sent for mandatory behavioral counseling.

Hyderabad District Collector Harichandana Dasari inspected flood-affected Chaderghat following the release of surplus water from Himayatsagar reservoir into the Musi River due to heavy rainfall. Residents are urged to stay alert and report issues via helpline numbers

A drug abuse investigation at a private medical college in Hyderabad has exposed a student-led drug supply ring, with senior medicos allegedly introducing and supplying narcotics to their juniors. A raid by the Hyderabad Anti-Narcotics Bureau and EAGLE team in Medchal led to eight students testing positive for marijuana use.

In light of rising suicide rates, Kargil War veteran and anti-suicide advocate Group Captain G.J. Rao met with Governor Jishnu Dev Varma in Hyderabad to present his sustainable prevention models and urge national adoption. Rao highlighted his award-winning film “September 10”, based on his book, and emphasised the revival of suicide helplines.

Bhadrachalam Bar Association president Kota Devadanam has appealed to authorities to appoint a permanent judge for the local mobile court, citing a two-year delay filled by in-charge judges. He also urged the government to fill key judicial and administrative posts.

A 25-year-old woman, Syeda Rabab Fathima, has been missing from Yakutpura since August 6. She was last seen at her mother’s house in Noorkhan Bazaar. Her phone is switched off, and Mirchowk police are investigating the case

India is set to celebrate Independence Day with ceremonies from the Red Fort to villages. The Centre has issued detailed plans, honouring everyday heroes and launching campaigns like tree plantations and cleanliness drives, ensuring nationwide participation in the festivities

Round Table India has launched the 6th edition of the "Pride of Telangana Awards" to recognise established and emerging achievers across 12 diverse fields. Telangana residents are encouraged to nominate themselves or others online.

Prolonged heavy rains have disrupted daily life in Hyderabad, flooding roads, stalling traffic, and affecting businesses. Many commuters missed long-distance trains due to severe jams. Citizens are now urging the government to extend metro timings to reduce monsoon-time inconvenience

KPHB police arrested K Shiva (41), a burglar from Andhra Pradesh, for his role in several house burglary cases in Hyderabad. Authorities recovered gold and silver ornaments linked to three thefts. He had spent the stolen money lavishly and is now in custody

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao issued a stern warning to Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, demanding a public apology within 48 hours for his phone-tapping allegations. Rama Rao threatened legal action if the remarks were not retracted and criticised Sanjay's behavior as "cheap political drama."

Following a warning from the Dam Safety Review Panel, the Irrigation Department is likely to cap water storage in the Singur reservoir at 22 TMCft, below its full level. This move, a first since 1999, may impact Yasangi irrigation

Residents of Atmakur in Jagtial staged a protest demanding the cancellation of the Peddavagu sand quarry. They said sand mining had depleted groundwater levels and threatened their drinking water source, urging the State to safeguard the village’s water security

Launch Girls and the Telangana Commissionerate of Collegiate Education have partnered to launch the Girl Boss Future Ready programme in 148 government degree colleges, aiming to empower thousands of young women with entrepreneurial skills and work-readiness for a successful transition into careers

The BRS party, led by former Minister T. Harish Rao, has formally requested the state government to release the complete 665-page report submitted by the Justice PC Ghose Commission on the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme (KLIS). Petitions were submitted on behalf of both Harish Rao and former Chief Minister K. Chandrashekhar Rao.

The BRS has filed a police complaint against BJP MP CM Ramesh, accusing him of spreading false claims about a possible BRS-BJP merger. BRS leader Manne Govardhan Reddy also alleged that Ramesh is involved in major financial crimes, including a Rs. 450 crore bank fraud and illicit gains from the liquor trade.