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The indefinite strike by house surgeons, postgraduate scholars and students of government AYUSH institutions in Telangana entered its 22nd day on Wednesday. The medicos are seeking a stipend hike and implementation of assurances made by authorities to revise their payments.

Hyderabad-based classical and devotional singer Malavika Anand has been invited by Sunder Foundation, USA, to attend a cultural collaboration in California on August 29. The event will bring together musicians and cultural professionals for artistic exchange and international collaboration.

India’s job postings rose 1.2 per cent in July, ending a three-month decline, according to Indeed. Healthcare roles recorded strong gains, while technology hiring weakened. Overall postings remained 84 per cent above pre-pandemic levels amid growing AI influence

Pasindu Sooriyabandara’s unbeaten 90 and Kamindu Mendis’ 55 helped Sri Lanka fight back against India in the second Test. After being forced to follow on, Sri Lanka reached 199 for three at tea, trailing India by just 14 runs

Shooter Suruchi Inder Singh Phogat has come a long way from a 13-year-old trainee in Bhiwani to an Asian Games medal contender. The junior world record holder credits disciplined training and coaching support for her rise and remains focused on every shot

Nestle CEO Philipp Navratil said India could become one of the company’s top five global markets in the near term, citing strong growth, rising consumption, urbanisation and investment opportunities. The company also plans to expand exports from India

The Delhi Medical Association has issued an advisory amid a rise in H1N1 cases, urging people to maintain respiratory hygiene, avoid crowded places, wear masks when needed and seek medical advice promptly to prevent further spread of influenza in Delhi.

Let Young India Skills University stick to its mandate, not change the goalposts. ITIs, polytechnics and engineering colleges have distinct roles, each catering to different levels of skills and qualifications

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India’s LNG imports rose 24 per cent to $5.6 billion during April-July, with the US emerging as an increasingly important source amid the West Asia crisis. India has also diversified LNG and crude oil sourcing to reduce supply risks

Actress Rakul Preet Singh has given up coffee and shared a humorous glimpse of her caffeine-free life on Instagram. The actress joked that her body was not consulted about the decision, while appearing visibly irritated in a playful video

India’s men will begin their Asian Games cricket campaign from the quarter-final stage on September 28, while the women face Japan on September 18. Both defending champions are seeded and among the favourites for gold in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan

Australia pacer Mitchell Starc has become the No. 1 Test bowler in the ICC rankings for the first time after his 10-wicket haul against Bangladesh. Jasprit Bumrah slipped from the top spot, while several Indian and international players made significant gains

Telangana Prisons & Correctional Services is offering the public a supervised taste of prison life at Chanchalguda through its ‘Feel The Jail’ programme. Participants can wear jail uniforms, eat prison meals and follow daily routines for four to 24 hours

A Supreme Court-appointed High-Powered Enquiry Committee will examine force, proportionality and police behaviour, while new Delhi Police guidelines urge restraint, calm and professionalism.

India’s housing market is witnessing a sharp shift towards premium and luxury homes, with their share of new launches rising significantly since 2022. Meanwhile, affordable housing’s share has fallen, while strong collections and deleveraging have strengthened developers’ balance sheets

Hyderabad’s weather has remained unpredictable through August, with cloudy skies, brief drizzles, sunshine, high humidity and gusty winds alternating frequently. Despite expectations of a rainy month, the city has not witnessed any major spell of heavy rainfall so far.

Telangana Cyber Security Bureau officials saved Rs 85.20 lakh after an 85-year-old retired bank employee from Neredmet was targeted in a digital arrest scam. A fraudster posing as an NIA officer threatened him with arrest before demanding money for verification.

Samantha Ruth Prabhu shared glimpses of her modified fitness routine during pregnancy, saying she continues strength training after receiving her doctor’s clearance. She urged women not to replicate her workouts and stressed the importance of listening to their bodies.

Three-time Olympian Mirabai Chanu is focused on staying injury-free as she targets a maiden Asian Games medal in Aichi-Nagoya. After winning her third Commonwealth Games gold in Glasgow, the weightlifter says the Asian Games remain her sole priority.

Kalakriti Art Gallery will present ‘Nothing Arrives Unchanged’, a group exhibition curated by Satyajit Dave, featuring works by nine contemporary artists. The exhibition explores how materials, objects, images and myths are transformed by processes, systems, decisions and time.

A 60-year-old shepherd died after being hit by a train while crossing railway tracks at Abhangapuram in Nalgonda district on Wednesday. Four sheep also died in the incident. Railway police have launched an investigation into the accident.

The National Medical Commission has directed medical colleges to submit monthly Action Taken Reports on student safety, mental health and staffing. Institutions must strengthen support systems, document student suicides and unnatural deaths, and fill vacant teaching and administrative posts.

Kriti Sanon’s Raksha Bandhan advertisement has been withdrawn after criticism over her outfit sparked an online debate. The jewellery brand cited respect for Indian culture and traditions, while Sanon defended her clothing choices and questioned judging women’s cultural values by their attire.