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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, addressing the UN General Assembly, urged global leaders to restrict Russia’s trade revenues to weaken its war effort. He accused President Vladimir Putin of perpetuating conflict, calling him “Patient Zero” of war.

Chennai police arrested 28-year-old television actress Varshini Venkat for allegedly assaulting and extorting Rs 5.5 lakh from a stock trader under the guise of funding a short film. Venkat, along with accomplices, forced the victim to pay cash and bank transfers, later demanding an additional Rs 27 lakh.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged countries impacted by the UN Security Council’s failures and slow reform process to unite for change. Chairing a meeting of the L.69 group with participation from Africa’s C-10, he stressed that delaying reforms perpetuates “historical injustice.”

The Telangana High Court has directed police to preserve and produce CCTV footage of a station after two advocates alleged they were prevented from recording an incident of ill-treatment of a civilian and were not allowed to leave.

The Telangana High Court on Wednesday pulled up the State government for deploying a large police force and allowing ruling party legislators to enter private land belonging to PCR Infra in Siddipet district.

A sub-inspector from Kothagudem Two Town police station, K. Venkanna, died after being knocked down by an unidentified motorcycle while on duty at NTR Marg. Though he initially thought his injuries were minor, he later developed complications in Warangal and succumbed during treatment at MGM Hospital.

Traffic officials in Cyberabad conducted a trial run on the KPHB–Waverock corridor to assess the feasibility of a dedicated lane for TGSRTC and IT-company buses. The exercise, supported by transport and planning experts, also examined congestion along the JNTU–Biodiversity corridor.

Hyderabad Cricket Association secretary M Jeevan Reddy said its elections might be held in November, adding that the process had begun. He also outlined BCCI-suggested stadium improvements ahead of the India-West Indies T20I and plans to strengthen district cricket infrastructure

Uncertainty should not be mistaken for normality: an open Hormuz can still impose substantial economic costs

Dissent within the poll panel over electoral roll revision raises concerns about the functioning of a constitutional body entrusted with ensuring free and fair elections

Hyderabad teenager Anikait, grandson of legendary sailor C S Pradipak, won the Open Skiff Under-17 title at Fotna Cup 2026 in Chennai. His victory continued a family sailing legacy and highlighted his resilience after overcoming challenging race conditions

A Volkswagen car caught fire at NTR Nagar near LB Nagar in Hyderabad on Wednesday night, leading to panic among residents.

A bridge across the Palavaagu stream at Rajupet in Mulakalapalli mandal collapsed following a surge of floodwaters, disrupting traffic on the Paloncha-Dammapet road. While no casualties were reported, motorists faced inconvenience as police erected barricades and advised alternate routes.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy convened a high‑level review on Wednesday amid a prolonged power shortage, directing officials to ensure full‑capacity generation at Yadadri Thermal Power Station before Dasara featival. With two units shut due to critically low coal stocks and farmers staging protests, the government has decided to source coal from Mahanadi Coalfields and Coal India to stabilise supply.

The Telangana Drugs Control Administration has ordered the immediate recall of Paracet 500 tablets from a specific batch manufactured in Himachal Pradesh and marketed in Telangana.

The Supreme Court will hear Mamata Banerjee’s plea on September 24 challenging the Election Commission’s interim order freezing the Trinamool Congress party’s name and its reserved election symbol amid a dispute between rival factions.

Heavy rains triggered by cyclone Arnab lashed Khammam and Warangal districts on Wednesday, disrupting Ganesh immersion processions, mining operations and daily life. Strong winds uprooted trees, damaged property and snapped power lines in both the districts.

Aditya Dhar’s Article 370 won three National Awards at the 72nd National Film Awards, including Best Feature Film and Best Actress for Yami Gautam. Dhar called the recognition an extraordinary moment for B62 Studios and said it brought greater responsibility

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in New York and raised India’s concerns over the Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act. The two also discussed bilateral ties, the Gulf situation, Ukraine and upcoming multilateral efforts

Andhra Pradesh Police have ordered the opening of rowdy sheets against 51 people in connection with the 2021 attack on the TDP central office in Mangalagiri. YSRCP leaders Talasila Raghuram, Lella Appireddy and Devineni Avinash are among them

Former MLC Kura Raghottam Reddy and three others were caught playing cards during a police raid at his residence in Siddipet on Tuesday night. Police recovered ₹11,600 in cash and four mobile phones and registered a case

BRS leader T Harish Rao questioned the Congress government’s claim of utilising 280 TMCft of Krishna water and demanded a white paper. He also raised concerns over crop holidays, irrigation projects and alleged inadequate water lifting across Telangana

BRS working president KT Rama Rao offered special prayers at the Khairatabad Ganesh idol on Wednesday, seeking good rains, prosperity, and farmers’ welfare. Accompanied by senior party leaders, he also visited pandals across Hyderabad and extended greetings to devotees.

Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Vipul praised the Telugu diaspora for its vibrant presence, social responsibility and efforts to preserve cultural identity. He was speaking at the annual Telugu Day organised by SATA in Riyadh, which featured traditional performances by children.