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As Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 begins on August 29, franchises have revamped coaching line-ups with seasoned veterans and fresh faces. From Anup Kumar to Ajay Thakur, here’s a look at the coaches guiding PKL teams this season.

The trailer of Rise & Fall, hosted by Ashneer Grover, showcases the clash between Rulers in luxury and Workers in hardship. Featuring 16 celebrities, the Banijay Asia show premieres Sept 6 on MX Player.

A private bus lost control and crashed into a culvert at Shapur Nagar in Jeedimetla after the driver reportedly fell asleep. The bus first hit a two-wheeler, leaving the rider with severe head injuries. Police registered a case.

The government has imposed a minimum import price of ₹67,220 per tonne on virgin multi-layer paperboard imports till March 31, 2026, to curb dumping from countries like Indonesia. The move follows an anti-dumping probe initiated after complaints from domestic manufacturers

With Milad un Nabi (Sept 5) and Ganesh immersions (Sept 6) coinciding, Hyderabad, Cyberabad, and Rachakonda police are deploying 30,000 personnel, holding peace committee meetings, and closely monitoring social media to ensure peaceful celebrations across the city.

Hyderabad’s markets are abuzz as citizens prepare for Milad un Nabi and the 11-day Ganesh festival. Traders, youth associations, and caterers are busy with decorations, traditional wear, and food orders, setting the stage for grand community celebrations.

Telangana has recorded 611.4 mm rainfall since June 1, about 15% above normal, according to TSDPS. Hyderabad received 34% excess rainfall, while Nagarkurnool led the state with 82% above normal, placing four districts in the ‘Large Excess’ category.

BRS leaders hit out at Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari for defecting to Congress, calling him an opportunist chasing positions. They demanded immediate disqualification, accused Congress of “buying MLAs,” and warned of public revolt in his constituency.

Professor Vipin Kumar Tripathi will be honoured with the Rahmath-e-Alam Peace Award 2025 by the All India Bazm-e-Rahmath-e-Alam for promoting communal harmony, religious tolerance, human rights, and raising awareness about the genocide in Gaza. The ceremony is on September 5 in Hyderabad.

Hyderabad Excise STF arrested three people, including a US citizen, and seized 33.3 grams of cocaine from a racket on Abid Road. Police are tracing the absconding suspect and the larger network behind the drug smuggling operation.

Pedestrians on the busy Erragadda stretch struggle as a GHMC-constructed foot overbridge remains largely unusable due to defunct lifts and escalators, accumulated garbage, and encroaching vendors. Officials’ negligence has left commuters vulnerable and frustrated despite significant expenditure.

Telangana innovators Ashok Gorre and Mupparapu Raju credit former IT Minister KTR for guidance and support that helped them scale innovations into startups. Projects include agricultural tools, multipurpose sprayers, streetlight sensors, and eco-friendly products, benefiting farmers and villages.

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga celebrates eight years of his blockbuster Arjun Reddy, sharing a heartfelt note thanking fans, actors, and his team for their support in making the film a cultural phenomenon.

Kerala Education Minister V Sivankutty reiterated demands for suspended Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil’s resignation amid multiple sexual misconduct allegations. Sivankutty accused Mamkootathil of arrogance and cyberbullying critics, including Congress MLA Uma Thomas. While Congress suspended him from party membership, it has not sought his MLA resignation

A UK study finds genetic testing of IVF embryos (PGT-A) can boost success rates in women aged 35–42, helping them conceive faster and reducing the emotional toll of repeated unsuccessful cycles.

Telangana government schools will introduce a ‘School Captain’ system for all students, including a captain, vice-captain, and group captains. Leaders will maintain discipline, coordinate school clubs, represent schools at events, and act as a bridge between students and administration.

From the next academic year, government and local body schools in Telangana will provide workbooks for Classes VI to X covering all subjects. Level-wise materials aim to strengthen foundational skills and current learning. Coaching and study materials will also support welfare school admissions.

Dream11 has exited as title sponsor of the Indian cricket team after the government banned real money gaming under a new law. BCCI has begun searching for a replacement, but no new sponsor is expected before next month’s Asia Cup

Actor Huma Qureshi, visiting Srinagar for ICC centenary celebrations, launched her book Zeba – An Accidental Superhero and spoke about overcoming Bollywood’s challenges through hard work and blessings.

Jawaharnagar police arrested three youths allegedly addicted to gambling for a series of two-wheeler thefts. Thirteen stolen motorcycles were recovered, and the suspects, including a repeat offender, were remanded to judicial custody after intensified surveillance.

Kannada actor Dinesh Mangaluru, known for his roles in KGF Chapter 1 and Chapter 2, passed away at 55 after a prolonged illness. He is survived by his wife and two sons.

TMC MLA Jiban Krishna Saha was caught allegedly trying to flee during Enforcement Directorate raids at his Murshidabad residence in connection with the school recruitment scam. He reportedly threw his phones into a pond, later recovered by officers for forensic examination

Parineeti Chopra and husband Raghav Chadha announced they are expecting their first child through a cute Instagram post featuring a cake with “1 + 1 = 3” and tiny golden footprints.

American comedian Reginald “Reggie” Carroll, 52, was shot dead in Southaven, Mississippi, on August 20. Police confirmed one suspect is in custody. Carroll, known for appearances on Showtime at the Apollo and The Parkers, was mourned by the comedy community