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Telangana produced eight candidates in the top 138 of NEET-UG 2026, led by State topper Veeriahgari Sahyu, who secured AIR 13. More than 11.21 lakh candidates qualified nationwide, with women accounting for over 58 per cent of successful candidates.

To help voters complete Special Intensive Revision (SIR) enumeration forms correctly, GHMC has released a reference list mapping the 2002 Assembly constituencies to the present 2025 constituencies. The guide is intended to reduce confusion and improve the accuracy of electoral roll revisions.

A report citing a BCCI source said Rohit Sharma is unlikely to feature in India's ODI plans after the England series. Selectors reportedly want to invest in Yashasvi Jaiswal as part of preparations for the 2027 ICC Men's ODI World Cup.

Punjab’s Aryan Gupta and Haryana’s Panshul Bansal topped NEET-UG 2026 with 715 marks each. The NTA announced results on time after the re-examination held on June 21, with 11.21 lakh candidates qualifying for medical admissions.

Reigning champions U Mumba TT defeated PBG Pune Jaguars 9-6 in Butterfly UTT Season 7 to register their second successive win and climb to the top of the standings. Lilian Bardet’s Golden Point victory over Omar Assar proved decisive.

An 18-year-old NEET aspirant allegedly died by suicide after jumping from a residential society in Faridabad, police said. The student reportedly became distressed after calculating her expected score using the NTA answer key and finding it below her expectations.

Rising underage driving in Hyderabad reflects failures in supervision, responsibility and adolescent guidance, demanding urgent action from families, schools and authorities

French GM Alireza Firouzja secured the only victory on the opening day of the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters 2026, defeating M. Pranesh in 79 moves. World champion D. Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi drew their opening-round games in Chennai.

The India-UK Free Trade Agreement is set to deepen economic engagement, boost bilateral trade and create new opportunities for businesses, workers, investors and exporters in both countries

Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said Telangana is integrating major lift irrigation projects to maximise Godavari water utilisation. He reviewed Sitammasagar and Sitarama works, while Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy said restoration of Kaleshwaram barrages was progressing after safety assessments.

The Telangana High Court imposed Rs 1 lakh costs on a retired headmaster for filing a writ petition seeking action against a teacher, observing that the plea was aimed at settling personal scores. The Court dismissed the petition and directed payment to a school.

The Telangana High Court has granted time to authorities to respond to a plea seeking speedy completion of the Suchitra-Kompally elevated corridor on NH-44. The petitioner cited prolonged delays, traffic congestion, safety concerns and accidents affecting commuters and residents.

The Telangana Swimming Association will conduct the 11th Sub-Junior and Junior Inter-District Swimming Championship for boys and girls at Gachibowli on July 18 and 19. Selected swimmers will represent Telangana at upcoming national aquatic championships in Jaipur and Bhubaneswar.

Telangana EAGLE Force and Rachakonda Narcotics Police seized 237 kg of marijuana worth Rs 1.18 crore from a lorry container on NH-65. Two alleged transporters from Bihar and Pune were arrested, while the suspected suppliers remain absconding.

A 20-year-old undertrial prisoner, Rohit Pawar, died while undergoing treatment at Gandhi Hospital after allegedly attempting suicide inside Cherlapally Central Prison. Authorities said he was in judicial remand in a rape case and had been lodged in the prison for around one-and-a-half months.

The GHMC Election Wing has identified 11.52 lakh electors as absent, shifted or dead during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Chandrayangutta recorded the highest number of ASD electors, while the final figures will be known after August 3.

Entering Day 18 of his indefinite hunger strike over the NEET exam controversy, activist Sonam Wangchuk has refused to break his fast. Instead, he urged students and supporters to join the "Chalo Sansad" march on July 20

Telangana has completed 100 per cent distribution of voter enumeration forms across all 33 districts, Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudarshan Reddy said. Digitisation has reached 58.45 per cent, with Yadadri Bhuvanagiri leading and Medchal-Malkajgiri recording the lowest progress.

Defending champions Argentina booked their place in Sunday's World Cup final against Spain after another stunning late comeback against England. The Albiceleste have now scored a remarkable 11 goals in the 79th minute or later during the tournament

Telangana is likely to receive nearly 25 per cent below-normal seasonal rainfall, according to the ECMWF outlook. With utilisable storage in Krishna and Godavari reservoirs at critically low levels, available water is expected to be sufficient mainly for drinking unless monsoon inflows improve.

Residents of Madhu Park Ridge Apartments met the SEIAA Chairman, seeking reconciliation of discrepancies in the Musi Riverfront Development Project's EIA and EMP reports. They warned of approaching the National Green Tribunal if environmental clearance is granted without resolving the issues.

A man identified as Mohd Shabaz was taken into custody after a minor girl was allegedly sexually assaulted in Hyderabad's Sanathnagar. Police registered a case under the POCSO Act following a complaint by the victim's mother and launched an investigation.

The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation will conduct a sacred waste collection drive at five major temples on July 18 to promote the scientific collection, recycling and eco-friendly disposal of religious offerings through authorised processing methods and sustainable waste management practices.

A BRS delegation met Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharshan Reddy, seeking an Election Commission inquiry into Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's alleged dual voter registration. The party demanded a forensic audit and independent verification to safeguard electoral integrity.