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The two Indians have had a great beginning drawing with black and in the return game both will play as white in the FIDE Women’s World Cup
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Incessant rains paralysed daily life in Karimnagar, flooding roads and homes in low-lying areas. Vehicular traffic was hit, and coal production in Ramagundam’s opencast mines came to a halt, affecting around 80,000 tonnes due to stagnant water in quarries.
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Ganesh idol immersion in Hyderabad will be held on September 6, coinciding with Anant Chaturdashi and marking the conclusion of the 10-day Vinayaka Chaturthi festival. Police and civic bodies will coordinate arrangements for a smooth and safe immersion process.
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Parents have criticised tribal welfare officials in Mancherial for failing to maintain hygiene and safety in Ashram hostels, where frequent food poisoning incidents have been reported. Basic amenities are lacking, and students are forced to endure poor living conditions.
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Apex court bench upholds Delhi High Court's order of May 23 dismissing the plea on grounds of delay; the plea sought damages of over Rs 1,300 crore from SpiceJet in a share transfer dispute
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The Supreme Court adjourned the Kancha Gachibowli forest case to August 13, criticising Telangana for allegedly clearing forest land overnight. The CJI warned that bulldozing forests under the pretext of development cannot be justified and officials could face jail.
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The former BJP MP has been asked to pay the licence fee for the accommodation immediately, otherwise a 12 per cent annual interest will also be charged, say officials
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Top three States, according to the report, are Maharashtra, Gujarat and Telangana; States showing significant improvement in ranks over the past five years are Chhattisgarh, Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
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A UK study shows that drinking beetroot juice twice a day can reduce blood pressure in older adults by changing their oral microbiome. The findings highlight the heart health benefits of nitrate-rich vegetables like beetroot, spinach, and kale.
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To improve patient comfort, the Chaganam Lalithamma-Bhaskar Rao Memorial Trust donated 30 cement benches worth Rs 3 lakh to NIMS Hospital in Hyderabad. The benches were officially handed over to hospital officials in a ceremony attended by faculty and Trust representatives.
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The Cyberabad Police recovered 827 stolen or lost mobile phones worth nearly Rs 2 crore using the CEIR portal. The devices were returned to their owners during a special event. Citizens were urged to report lost phones through CEIR for faster recovery.
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Sanjay Bangar has backed Jasprit Bumrah’s return for the fourth Test as a game-changer for India. He also weighed in on key selection dilemmas involving Prasidh Krishna, Kuldeep Yadav, and Pant’s return, calling it a crucial stabilising factor.
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A trolley auto broke down on Durgam Cheruvu Cable-Stayed Bridge during peak hours on Wednesday, briefly disrupting traffic. Cyberabad Traffic Police and alert citizens acted swiftly to clear the vehicle, restoring normal flow. Authorities advised regular vehicle maintenance.
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The two-time Olympics medallist and star Indian shuttler outslugs the sixth seed 21-15, 8-21, 21-17 to reach the round of 16
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Several parts of Hyderabad faced traffic disruptions and waterlogging on Wednesday following heavy rainfall. Commuters struggled during peak morning hours. Disaster management teams were deployed across the city to drain flooded roads, and residents were advised to stay indoors.
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The Sports Authority of India’s NCSSR convened the first meeting of its Institutional Ethical Committee in Delhi to formalise ethical research practices. The committee will oversee athlete-focused studies and ensure adherence to national and international guidelines in sports science.
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BRS leader Patimeeda Jaganmohan Rao, inspired by KTR’s “Gift a Smile” initiative, has supported over 100 students and will now gift laptops and customised mopeds to differently abled persons. The distribution will take place on July 29 in KTR’s presence.
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An altercation reportedly broke out between the victim and two other minors; the two, aged 8 and 14, allegedly strangled the victim with a rope while he was asleep
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France’s Valentin Paret-Peintre won Stage 16 of the Tour de France on Mont Ventoux in a tense uphill sprint. Tadej Pogacar extended his GC lead over Jonas Vingegaard, who launched multiple attacks. It was Soudal Quick-Step’s fourth stage win.
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India clinched the ODI series 2-1 with a thrilling 13-run win over England. Harmanpreet Kaur scored a superb 102 while Kranti Gaud’s six-wicket haul helped defend 318. India also won the T20I series 3-2, sealing an all-format tour win.
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Venkatapuram in Mulugu district records a maximum of 255 mm rainfall; Hyderabad MET Department issues heavy to very heavy rainfall warning till Friday across Telangana
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New Liverpool signing Jeremie Frimpong says it’s an “honour” to join the Premier League giants. In an exclusive interview, he expressed excitement, promised fans full commitment, and shared his goal of winning trophies and building a five-year legacy at Anfield.
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Five persons were injured, two of them critically, in a head-on collision between two cars on Rajiv Rahadhari at Gouraram village, Siddipet. One car lost control, hit a divider, and rammed into a vehicle coming from the opposite direction.
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Boney Kapoor shared a heartfelt throwback photo of late wife Sridevi from before their marriage. Recalling her charm and smile, he also reminisced about Raj Kapoor’s wish to cast her, highlighting the timeless legacy she left behind.