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Former Minister V Srinivas Goud demanded cancellation of GO 93 and a fresh liquor shop notification with 25 per cent quota for the Goud community, accusing Congress of betraying its election promise. He also sought support for toddy tappers and BC communities

Gujarat child rights body demands report after a Class 10 student was fatally stabbed by a peer outside Ahmedabad school.

Animal rights activists observed “Black Thursday” at Jantar Mantar to oppose the Supreme Court’s order on relocating stray dogs. Protesters, dressed in black, pledged to undertake sterilisation drives themselves, insisting the Animal Birth Control programme is the only humane solution

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu will meet Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Friday to seek central support for state projects under SASCI and Purvodaya schemes. He will also attend a leaders’ forum before returning Friday night

A high-level delegation from Kalmykia, led by Batu Khasikov, is visiting India to strengthen cultural and spiritual cooperation. Key outcomes include India Days during the Tulip Festival, Buddha relics exhibition in Elista and a statue for the Buddhist Park

IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian on the ISS, said his 18-day mission was for 140 crore Indians. He credited ISRO, the government, and citizens, and said the experience will boost India’s upcoming Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme

MetLife has launched Hack4Job India 2025, an in-person hackathon in Hyderabad and Pune offering participants a chance to solve real-world challenges and secure jobs with MetLife’s Technology team. Registrations close September 21 (Hyderabad) and October 21 (Pune).

Two senior members of CPI (Maoist), including State and Area Committee leaders, surrendered before the Rachakonda Commissioner of Police in Hyderabad. Telangana police termed it a major success and appealed to Maoists to return to villages and join the mainstream

Weeks of heavy rains have left Hyderabad’s roads severely damaged, with thousands of potholes and broken stretches disrupting traffic. GHMC has set an August 25 deadline to complete repairs before Ganesh Chaturthi, though officials admit delays may be inevitable.

India’s Young Tigresses face Bangladesh in a high-stakes SAFF U17 Women’s Championship clash on Friday in Bhutan. With memories of last year’s penalty heartbreak still fresh, India seek consistency and redemption after starting their campaign with a 7-0 win over Nepal.

Hyderabad’s housing market saw a 30% YoY dip in registrations in July 2025, with 6,128 units sold. Despite the decline, Knight Frank reported a 14% rise in average prices, driven by higher demand for premium homes worth Rs 1 crore and above.

Hyderabad is reeling under a massive internet outage after TGSPDCL cut dangling wires from poles on government orders. Over one lakh connections were affected, sparking public outrage, ISP protests, and a High Court case. Interim relief has halted further cable removal.

A spotted deer stranded on a rocky island in Nallagandla Lake for two days returned safely to the Kancha Gachibowli forest. Forest officials avoided direct intervention, while locals noted frequent deer sightings following forest clearance in the area.

A Chandausi court deferred the Shahi Jama Masjid–Harihar temple dispute hearing to August 28 after the mosque side argued jurisdiction lies with the Supreme Court. The case, involving claims of a temple beneath the mosque, has previously triggered violence in Sambhal

Green Gold Animation, the studio behind Chhota Bheem, has announced a nationwide call for aspiring writers to develop a new animated series for children. The contest begins September 1, 2025, and offers paid collaborations with the studio’s creative team.

The Kautilya School of Public Policy will host The Kautilya Colloquy 2025 on September 13 in Hyderabad. With the theme “Navigating a VUCA World,” the event will feature panel discussions, paper presentations, and a policy sprint.

Samsung unveiled its new Odyssey G7 monitors at Gamescom 2025, featuring large-screen options, advanced gaming features, and HDR performance. The company also expanded its glasses-free 3D gaming ecosystem with new partnerships, while showcasing Odyssey OLED monitors with Blizzard and Pearl Abyss.

Sony has revised PlayStation 5 prices in the United States, effective August 21, due to economic pressures. The PS5 will cost $549.99, the Digital Edition $499.99, and the PS5 Pro $749.99, while accessories remain unchanged.

Kerala Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil faces an internal inquiry after actress Rini Ann George accused him of harassment through objectionable messages. Opposition parties demand his resignation, while Congress leader V D Satheesan assured a fair probe, stating no guilty leader would be spared

The Hyderabad water board extended the flood warning at Osman Sagar for the second day as heavy rains pushed water levels close to full capacity. Controlled outflows are being released from both Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar to prevent inundation in low-lying areas.

Google launches Pixel Watch 4 with a redesigned domed display, longer battery life, standalone satellite communication, advanced health and fitness tracking, and on-wrist Gemini AI integration. The smartwatch is available for preorder today, with stores stocking from October 9.

The Hyderabad Disaster Response and Assets Protection Agency (Hydraa) reclaimed 16,000 sq. yards of land worth over Rs 400 crore at Jubilee Enclave, Madhapur. Illegal encroachments on parks and roads were demolished, with reclaimed areas fenced and signboards installed.

Two student suicides were reported in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. A PUC student at RGUKT, Kadapa, allegedly hanged himself, possibly due to mobile addiction and his father’s death. In Bhainsa, a 15-year-old ended his life after being denied a mobile phone

Hyderabad witnessed clear skies and sunshine on Thursday after days of heavy rains. IMD forecasts dry weather until this weekend, but from August 26, heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds are expected across Telangana, prompting a two-day weather alert.