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With storage in the Lower Manair Dam rising to 22 TMC following rains and inflows from the Sripada Yellampalli project, irrigation officials released water into the Kakatiya canal on Wednesday. MLA Kavvampally Satyanarayana and officials formally launched the release

A group of civil society members expressed dismay over the West Bengal Urdu Academy’s decision to postpone an event featuring Javed Akhtar, alleging the move followed protests from Muslim groups. They wrote to CM Mamata Banerjee, urging intervention to protect freedom of expression

Andhra Minister P Narayana called Amaravati the “safest capital” and criticized false claims about its progress. He said 13,000 workers and 2,500 machines are on the job, with major buildings and roads nearing completion, aiming for full readiness by March 2026

Gangster-turned-politician Arun Gawli was released from Nagpur Central Jail after 17 years following Supreme Court bail in a 2007 murder case. The former MLA, convicted under MCOCA, had challenged the Bombay High Court’s 2019 verdict upholding his life sentence

India and Germany have agreed to work towards doubling their trade, which reached $33.4 billion in 2024. Both nations support a speedy conclusion of the India-EU FTA. Germany remains a key investor and trading partner for India

The BJP in Tripura said the law will take its course after Telangana Governor Jishnu Dev Varma’s son allegedly threatened Tipra Motha MLA Philip Kumar Reang at the MLA Hostel. The legislator claimed he and his family received death threats

The Kerala government has set up India’s first Senior Citizens Commission under a law passed in March 2025. Headed by K Somaprasad, the body will safeguard elderly rights, address neglect and abuse, and work for welfare and rehabilitation measures

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Irrigation experts have questioned the Telangana government’s push to revive the Tummidi Hatti barrage under the Pranahita-Chevella project. They cite topographical, engineering and environmental challenges, arguing that gravity flow is impractical and pumping stations, fresh surveys and CWC clearances are unavoidable.

The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) will take effect on October 1, Switzerland announced. The pact commits $100 billion investment over 15 years, ensures sustainable trade provisions, and offers India improved market access for Swiss goods and services

A Panchayat Secretary in Karnamamidi village, Telangana, was caught by ACB while accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe to clear a housing scheme bill. The official, Akkala Venkataswamy, was trapped after a complaint and will face charges in Karimnagar ACB court

The Supreme Court has issued notice to Chhattisgarh authorities and doctors over a couple’s claim that their newborn boy was swapped at a Raipur hospital. A DNA test showed one child wasn't theirs. The court will hear the case in four weeks

Maruti Suzuki India has launched its all-new mid-sized SUV, Victoris, to strengthen its presence in the fast-growing segment. With multiple powertrain options, Level-2 ADAS, and global exports planned, the model will be sold through the company’s Arena network

Philanthropist Timmayyagiri Subhash Reddy, founder of SR Foundation, has extended relief to flood-hit families in Kamareddy. He distributed grocery kits worth Rs 3,500 to 150 families and announced notebooks for students, pledging to reach 10,000 victims with aid.

Farmers in Telangana’s Peddapalli district are facing a urea shortage, standing in long lines overnight and marking their place with slippers and documents. In Dharmaram and Kalvasrirampur, fertiliser demand far exceeds supply, causing major distress among local ryots

Tension gripped Kancherla village in Rajanna-Sircilla after a CESS staffer was attacked by a local resident for allegedly ignoring complaints about loose wires. The worker, Srihari, suffered a shoulder injury and was shifted to a hospital for treatment

KLM has started a direct flight from Hyderabad to Amsterdam, making it the airline’s fourth Indian city. The Boeing 777-200ER will fly this route, and KLM is offering special rewards for Flying Blue loyalty members. Bookings are open now

A Chennai-based automobile company donated a Rs 1.3-crore electric bus to Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD) on Wednesday. The donation, received amid Vedic chants, was handed over to Additional Executive Officer Venkaiah Chowdary at the Srivari temple in Tirupati

Bhutan PM Tshering Tobgay, accompanied by Chief Abbot Je Khenpo, will attend the Royal Bhutan Temple consecration in Rajgir, Bihar. The visit underscores India-Bhutan spiritual and cultural ties, with subsequent engagements in Ayodhya and New Delhi

With the Ganesh idol immersion scheduled for September 6, GHMC is speeding up road repairs, barricading and street lighting in Hyderabad. The main procession will begin after the Balapur laddu auction and converge at Hussain Sagar for immersion

Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange ended his five-day hunger strike after the Maharashtra government accepted most of his demands. Eligible Marathas will now receive Kunbi caste certificates and quota in education and jobs under OBC

Experts urge consumers to read food labels carefully, focusing on serving size, calorie count, sugar, and fat content. The National Institute of Nutrition warns against misleading claims and stresses informed choices to reduce risks of obesity, heart disease, and allergies

K Kavitha, a former MP from Nizamabad, resigned from the BRS and her Legislative Council seat a day after her suspension for alleged anti-party activities. Her resignation takes effect from September 3, 2025, with her term set to expire next year.

Israel launched the Ofek 19 spy satellite, enhancing surveillance across the Middle East, particularly Iran. Officials call it a strategic asset amid ongoing regional conflicts. The launch supports Israel's intelligence capabilities as it navigates a “seven-front war”