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A review paper by diabetes specialists found that people with Type 2 diabetes face a significantly higher risk of severe dengue complications. The authors recommended integrating dengue vaccination into routine diabetes care to reduce hospitalisation and improve outcomes in endemic regions
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At the all-party meeting ahead of the monsoon session of Parliament, BRS Parliamentary Party leader Vaddiraju Ravichandra flagged Telangana’s drought, irrigation and power concerns. He pressed for increased coal production, national project status for irrigation schemes, revival of industries, and expansion of infrastructure including airports, metro rail and educational institutions.
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Alireza Firouzja maintained a half-point lead over Arjun Erigaisi after all four Round 4 matches ended in draws at the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026. More than 500 fans attended the event, where Viswanathan Anand made the ceremonial first move
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Activist Sonam Wangchuk's wife, Gitanjali J. Angmo, alleged he was under "illegal detention" at Safdarjung Hospital after being removed from Jantar Mantar. She demanded his transfer to a private hospital, citing concerns over treatment, transparency and heavy police presence
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The National Rifle Association of India has amended its Constitution to align with the National Sports Governance Act, 2025. The reforms introduce stronger governance measures, athlete welfare mechanisms and dispute resolution systems while reinforcing transparency and accountability in sports administration
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Hundreds of devotees participated in the annual Jagannatha Ratha Yatra organised by the Hare Krishna Movement at Kokapet. The procession featured the ceremonial chariot of Jagannatha, Baladeva and Subhadra, accompanied by sankirtans, prasadam distribution and devotional programmes
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Bernadette Szocs and Syndrela Das guided Dempo Goa Challengers to a thrilling 8-7 victory over PBG Pune Jaguars in Ultimate Table Tennis Season 7. The win extended Goa's unbeaten run, while U Mumba TT clinched the Dream UTT Juniors title
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The CBI conducted searches at six locations across four states in connection with an alleged ₹1,109-crore Canara Bank fraud involving Bhubaneswar-based Gupta Power Infrastructure Ltd. Investigators allege inflated financial records, fund diversion and loan account evergreening caused substantial losses
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Ahead of International Chess Day, Navyabharati Global School organised a simultaneous chess exhibition featuring FIDE-rated player Manoj Kumar Vittapu against 10 students. The initiative aimed to promote chess among schoolchildren and encourage strategic thinking and discipline in Nizamabad
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The Telangana NRI community in Bahrain celebrated Bonalu with traditional rituals, Bonam offerings and Potharaju performances. The event, organised by the Telugu Kala Samiti, brought together Telangana families to pray for peace, prosperity and the preservation of their cultural heritage
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Around 500 women received certificates after completing free tailoring and beautician training under the 'Gift a Smile' initiative organised by the Telangana Women's Association. BRS leaders highlighted the importance of skill development and women's economic empowerment during the programme
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Police in Peddapalli and Mancherial districts seized 80 quintals of rice meant for the public distribution system in two separate raids on Saturday night. Task force teams arrested three persons after recovering rice valued at over Rs 2.25 lakh from Godavarikhani and Naspur.
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The Kerala government declared a holiday on Monday for schools, colleges and professional institutions to allow students to watch the FIFA World Cup final. The decision followed requests from football enthusiasts and concerns over late-night travel and sleep disruption
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Mental health experts and educationists have called for emotional wellbeing to be integrated into school education, citing rising stress, anxiety, excessive screen time, bullying and loneliness among students. They urged stronger counselling, social-emotional learning and early intervention in schools
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Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has directed Congress leaders to avoid Gandhi Bhavan until August 3 and focus on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) campaign in the districts. He warned that nominated posts would not be given to inactive leaders and stressed accountability of in‑charge ministers and MPs in supervising the exercise.
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BRS leaders launched campaign vehicles in Jubilee Hills constituency to raise awareness about the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process in Hyderabad. Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav flagged off the vehicles, which will tour localities until August 3.
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Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and Mallikarjun Kharge wrote to Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeking an independent investigation into the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram temple, urging transparency, public disclosure of accounts and accountability for those responsible
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The Hyderabad District Basketball Association will organise the Sub-Junior and Youth League 2026 for boys and girls from July 20 at YMCA, Secunderabad. Around 350 players attended the coaching camp, with 18 teams selected across four competition categories
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The Delhi High Court refused to pass an interim order on a plea seeking activist Sonam Wangchuk's transfer from Safdarjung Hospital to a private hospital. The court said doctors were monitoring his condition and listed the matter for hearing on July 24
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Police detained two persons, including a juvenile, after a viral video allegedly showed two couples engaging in obscene acts near the Bhawan market area of the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine. Efforts are underway to trace the remaining accused in the case
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The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the draft Uniform Civil Code Bill, which excludes the tribal community and covers marriage, adoption, inheritance and live-in relationships. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav said the Bill will be introduced during the Monsoon Session of the Assembly
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Abu Dhabi's Zayed International Airport will expand direct connectivity from 17 to 22 Indian cities in August, driven by rising passenger demand. Airport officials said India remains a key tourism market, with Indian traffic growing over 20 per cent annually
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Congress leader Gaurav Gogoi said the Opposition has sought discussions during the Monsoon Session on the alleged theft of Ram Temple donations, Manipur, ethanol blending and student issues. Samajwadi Party MP Dharmendra Yadav also demanded a debate on these matters
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Ayodhya police arrested three men after a viral video allegedly showed four youngsters eating mutton and consuming alcohol in a boat on the Saryu River at Guptaar Ghat. One accused is absconding, and efforts are underway to trace him
