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The Supreme Court will hear on September 1 the RJD and AIMIM’s pleas to extend the deadline for filing claims in Bihar’s special intensive revision of electoral rolls. The exercise, the first since 2003, has reduced registered voters by 66 lakh
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Telangana’s PRRD Department estimates Rs 374 crore to repair monsoon-damaged roads and culverts across 1,291 locations. Temporary repairs cost Rs 22.71 crore, permanent works Rs 352 crore. Minister D. Anasuya directed urgent restoration and relocation of residents in unsafe structures.
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The Union Government has approved a seven-month extension for Telangana Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao from September 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This unusual tenure extension, the second of its kind, has sparked debates in political circles.
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The ICC has partnered with Google as its second major women’s-only global partner to enhance fan engagement and accessibility. Ahead of the ICC Women’s World Cups 2025 and 2026, the collaboration spans multiple Google platforms to bring fans closer to the game.
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The Telangana R&B Department estimates Rs 1,211 crore for road and bridge repairs after monsoon damage. Over 1,000 km of roads, 356 culverts and 206 structures were hit. Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy directed urgent restoration and strict field monitoring.
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Huzurabad Municipal Commissioner Sammaiah faced controversy for celebrating his marriage anniversary during working hours in his office chamber. A complainant had to wait for nearly an hour, and a video of the cake-cutting celebration quickly went viral, drawing public criticism.
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Fourteen Indian junior boxers reached the finals at the 3rd Belt and Road International Youth Boxing Gala in Xinjiang, China. Ten girls and four boys delivered impressive performances, securing multiple medal prospects as the tournament enters its final stage on August 29.
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Hyderabad City Police’s She Teams have deployed special measures to protect women and children during Ganesh festivities. Officers in plain clothes, backed by CCTV surveillance, will monitor pandals and immersion routes, with strict action against harassment or misconduct.
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of inflating Telangana’s debt and spreading false claims about loan interest payments. The latest CAG report shows the State paid only Rs 9,355 crore in four months, contrary to government claims.
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Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Friday after two days of losses, led by value-buying. Key Sensex stocks gained while FIIs sold equities. India awaits US-India trade negotiations amid the 50 per cent tariff on Indian goods.
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The Indian rupee slipped 18 paise to 87.76 against the US dollar on Friday due to persistent foreign fund outflows and US tariffs. RBI interventions and government support measures aim to stabilize currency and mitigate impact on exporters.
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Debut director Keerthiswaran released the first single Oorum Blood from Pradeep Ranganathan’s upcoming film Dude. The pan-Indian project, co-starring Mamitha Baiju and Sarath Kumar, will release this Deepavali in five languages.
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Ex-Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro accused India of being an “oil money laundromat for the Kremlin,” citing Russian oil imports and high tariffs, as Democrats criticised Trump for singling out India over China.
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Veteran actress Neena Gupta shared a video from Mukteshwar, dressed in a chic casual look, calling the hill town her love. She was last seen in Metro… In Dino.
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Malaika Arora says she maintains confidence by moving, practicing gratitude, and embracing flaws. The actress-model also spoke on balancing comfort with glamour, while continuing to inspire fans with her yoga and fitness journey.
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Ananya Panday said growing up with both Bollywood and global content shaped her choices, making her seek relatable yet layered roles. She will star in Chand Mera Dil and Tu Meri Main Tera.
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A man, around 50 years old, was found dead by suicide at Gymkhana Ground in Begumpet. Morning walkers discovered the body, and police are investigating to establish his identity.
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Sunny Leone shared a video of painting a Ganesha idol with her children, calling the Ganeshotsav moment “truly priceless.” The actress, who adopted Nisha and welcomed twin boys via surrogacy, said the festival is now her favourite.
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Actor and philanthropist Raghava Lawrence says true peace and happiness come from serving others. Through Maatram, he continues to support underprivileged communities with education, healthcare, sanitation, and rural welfare initiatives.
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Actor Gautham Karthik, hospitalised for 10 days with dengue, announced his recovery, stressing health’s importance. He resumes work on ROOT – Running Out of Time, co-starring Aparshakti Khurana and Bhavya Trikha.
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Indane of Indian Oil Corporation marked its 60th anniversary with a free cancer screening camp in Secunderabad, benefiting over 100 women, employees, and workers through preventive breast and cervical cancer check-ups.
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India launch their Asia Cup 2025 campaign in Rajgir on Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary, aiming to win the continental title and secure direct World Cup qualification. Coach Fulton and captain Harmanpreet exude confidence
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UEFA confirmed that from 2026 the Champions League final will start at 18:00 CET, aiming to improve fan experience, boost logistics, attract families, and reach wider global audiences through earlier broadcasting