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Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis announced a one-year grace period for non-Marathi auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers to acquire basic Marathi proficiency. Drivers will face no licence or permit cancellations during the period, while unions will organise language classes and provide study materials

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s CPRO G Malsur has faced criticism for attending a Congress party meeting at Gandhi Bhavan. The controversy intensified after Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy deleted an X post mentioning Malsur’s participation.

The Centre took possession of Delhi Race Club after a court rejected its plea against eviction, with bulldozers demolishing historic stables and racing structures. The century-old club’s horses are being relocated, while thousands of workers and families face an uncertain future

The effectiveness of the new law will depend on how clearly the accompanying rules are drafted. Frequent amendments and inconsistent interpretations could bring complexity back

The Telangana government is monitoring the flood situation in Nepal after receiving 80 to 100 calls seeking information and assistance. Following verification, 23 persons in 20 cases have been identified for further coordination, with one person confirmed safe.

Nepal’s devastating flash floods warn of mounting climate risks across the Himalayas, underscoring the urgent need for stronger preparedness and regional cooperation

Two government school teachers in Karnataka’s Yadgir district have been suspended pending departmental inquiry for participating in RSS route marches. The Education Department said their participation prima facie violated Karnataka Civil Services Conduct Rules, despite both teachers describing the events as cultural

M. Abhishek smashed a match-winning 216 off 142 balls as Sagar XI posted 372/9 before bowling out Satyam Colts for 87 in the HCA C-Division one-day league. Several other matches across the A, B and C divisions produced decisive results

CEC Gyanesh Kumar urged young and first-time voters to uphold democratic values, make informed choices and promote voter literacy. At an ECI conference in Chennai, nearly 1,000 students and educators discussed Electoral Literacy Clubs, ECINET, electoral preparedness and transparency

Government employees, teachers and pensioners staged protests at Kothagudem and Khammam collectorates on Thursday as part of a State-wide TGEJAC agitation. Protesters demanded immediate implementation of the second PRC, restoration of OPS, clearance of pending bills and resolution of EHS issues.

Congress Jadcherla MLA J Anirudh Reddy said roads and other development works in his constituency had stalled due to delays in clearing bills. He vowed to fight the State government for funds and said he was prepared to protest if necessary.

India’s Under-17 women’s team were held to a goalless draw by Uzbekistan in the first of two closed-door friendlies in Tashkent on Thursday. The Young Tigresses will face Uzbekistan again on August 30 ahead of the AFC U-17 Asian Cup qualifiers.

Four members of the Liangmai Naga community were killed and one injured in an alleged militant ambush in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district. Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh ordered security forces to arrest the perpetrators, while Naga groups announced shutdowns and protests

Government employees, teachers and pensioners staged protests across Telangana on Thursday, demanding implementation of the PRC, EHS, six pending DAs and the Old Pension System. The TGEJAC warned of further action if the State government failed to resolve their demands.

Karnataka is exploring pilot projects using ElevenLabs’ voice AI for skilling, healthcare, investment promotion, culture and citizen services. Discussions also focused on responsible AI, deepfake prevention, misinformation safeguards, voice restoration and watermarking, with officials seeking a roadmap for implementation

A 79-year-old retired teacher died after being hit by a motorcycle while crossing the road near Peddashapur in Shamshabad on Thursday. Police said the rider was allegedly speeding and driving negligently, while the motorcycle had no registration number plate.

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has proposed a joint venture between Singareni and KPCL to undertake mining in captive coal blocks secured by Karnataka in Chhattisgarh and Odisha, amid rising power demand and the need for assured supplies.

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary announced that the Bihar Public Service Commission’s TRE-4 teacher recruitment exam will be conducted in a single phase, addressing a key demand of protesting aspirants. The government also announced an examination reforms committee and student grievance initiatives

The Central Water Commission will hold a meeting on September 1 to review technical and inter-State issues concerning the proposed Tummidihatti Barrage. Telangana seeks a height of 152 metres, citing water availability and power costs associated with pumping.

Moradabad reported its first H1N1 case after a 42-year-old woman tested positive following travel from Ghaziabad. The health department increased surveillance, reserved beds and stocked medicines. Officials urged staff to wear masks and residents with symptoms to seek testing

An elderly woman died and three others suffered serious injuries after their car lost control and plunged into a dry agricultural well on the outskirts of Mangalapalli in Hanamkonda district on Thursday. Police and locals conducted rescue operations.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said resilient supply chains and indigenous defence manufacturing are crucial for sustaining prolonged conflicts. He laid the foundation stone for a Rs 472-crore T-series tank overhaul facility in Jabalpur, aimed at strengthening domestic capabilities and creating jobs

The Government Degree College for Women, Begumpet, and CEC, New Delhi, organised an online workshop on MOOCs for academicians. The session focused on digital learning, CEC’s 172 MOOCs for July-December 2026, course structures, credit guidelines and coordinator responsibilities.

CEC Gyanesh Kumar called Booth Level Officers the foundation of Indian democracy while interacting with poll officials and youth delegates in Chennai. At an ECI regional conference, he stressed accurate electoral rolls, voter awareness, informed voting and grassroots electoral preparedness