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Florida announced plans to end all state vaccine mandates, including for schoolchildren, becoming the first US state to do so. Officials cite parental choice, but health experts warn the move risks outbreaks of measles and other preventable infectious diseases

Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty surged sharply after the GST Council approved a major overhaul of the tax regime, lowering rates on daily-use items and insurance. Investors cheered the reform, boosting consumption outlook, though concerns over tariff issues remain

India’s Ambassador Vinay Kwatra met US lawmaker Gregory Meeks amid escalating trade tensions. Discussions focused on bilateral ties, tariffs, and Indo-Pacific cooperation, as Trump’s steep duties on Indian imports drew criticism from Democrats.

Floods in Jammu killed three, cut off highways, and damaged infrastructure. Hundreds are stranded as rivers flow above danger levels. Rescue and evacuation operations continue, though weather is expected to improve today.

On Rishi Kapoor’s 73rd birth anniversary, Neetu Kapoor paid tribute to her late husband with a heartfelt Instagram post featuring throwback footage from “Khullam Khulla – Live with Rishi Kapoor.” She wrote, “You will always remain in our hearts.”

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The Yamuna River in Delhi remained at 207.48 metres, flooding several areas including markets and colonies. Over 14,000 people have been evacuated as rescue efforts, relief camps, and monitoring continue.

Andhra Pradesh Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan welcomed the GST reforms approved by the Council, calling them a “true Diwali gift” to the nation. Leaders including CM Chandrababu Naidu and Union Ministers Kishan Reddy and Bandi Sanjay also praised the reforms.

Two security personnel were killed and another injured in a gunfight with members of the banned Tritiya Sammelan Prastuti Committee (TSPC), a CPI (Maoist) splinter group, in Jharkhand’s Palamu district. The encounter broke out during an operation in Kedal village.

A 23-year-old man, Saif alias Royal Saif, was stabbed multiple times following an argument at Attapur in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night. He is undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital. Police have registered a case and launched a manhunt.

The Enforcement Directorate (ED) arrested Aryan Singh, COO of Capital Protection Force Pvt Ltd, in connection with a Rs 792 crore Falcon invoice discounting scam. Investigations revealed Singh colluded with mastermind Amardeep Kumar, diverted funds, and personally gained Rs 2.88 crore.

The Gloria Funicular, a historic Lisbon tourist landmark, derailed near Avenida da Liberdade, killing 15 and injuring 18, five critically. Portugal declared a day of mourning as condolences poured in from global leaders. An investigation will follow rescue operations.

Puneri Paltan defeated Bengal Warriorz 45-36 in Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 at Vizag. Skipper Aslam Inamdar, Aditya Shinde, and Vishal Bhardwaj shone, neutralising Devank Dalal’s 17-point effort

Hyderabad’s Akshaya Reddy Varakantham won gold in set two and overall silver at the CISCE Archery Nationals in Kochi. The Future Kids School archer has consistently finished on the podium since childhood

Hyderabad’s 11-year-old Anvith Athapu won silver in the 333m and bronze in the 500m at the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Championship, adding to his 40-plus medals since age eight

Sukant Kadam has achieved the World No.1 ranking in the SL4 category, powered by consistent international performances, including gold at the Spanish Para-Badminton International 2025, as he eyes the 2026 Asian Games

Jogulamba Lions defeated Bhadradri Braves 35-21 in the Yuva Telangana Kabaddi Championship final. Raju and Naveen starred for the winners, who received ₹1 lakh prize money. Yadadri Yoddhas finished third

India face Afghanistan in a decisive CAFA Nations Cup 2025 clash in Hisor, Tajikistan, on Thursday, with playoff qualification at stake. Coach Khalid Jamil insists India are focused only on winning

Tushar (118) and Sanket (104) struck centuries to guide National CC to a four-wicket win over Deccan Arsenals, while Telangana, Vijay Hanuman, Khalsa and others scored victories in HCA B-Division league

Nitin Sai Yadav’s superb seven-wicket haul (7/44) powered Hyderabad to a 90-run win over Haryana in the semifinal of the All India Buchi Babu cricket tournament

Popular Telugu actor Nagarjuna Akkineni and his son Naga Chaitanya appeared before a Hyderabad court on Wednesday to record their statements in a criminal defamation case against Telangana Minister Konda Surekha. Despite the minister later withdrawing her statement on social media, Nagarjuna alleges her remarks harmed his family’s dignity and reputation.

The Telangana Rifle Association felicitated K. Tanishq Muralidhar Naidu and Esha Singh for their achievements at the Asian Shooting Championship. Tanishq won gold and bronze, while Esha earned a bronze

Selections for Telangana State Civil Services teams will take place at district level on September 6 and state level on September 9 and 10 at Gymkhana Ground, LB Stadium

Telangana won the junior boys’ and girls’ titles at the South Zone Inter-State Badminton Championship, with Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Kerala also securing top spots in various categories