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IHub-Data at IIIT Hyderabad will start a six-month weekend AI/ML training programme for undergraduates in science, commerce, and business from September 28. The course aims to equip non-engineering students with practical skills for careers in analytics, management, and policy-making

Heavy rains have caused severe damage to roads across Telangana, with over 700 km battered. Panchayat Raj and R&B departments estimate repair costs above Rs 800 crore, but contractors are unwilling to take up works citing delayed payments and pending bills

Nearly one in five young people in Telangana are unemployed, with the State’s 20.1% youth jobless rate surpassing the national average of 14.6%. Urban women face the highest unemployment at 28.6%, raising concerns about gender disparity and policy failure.

The Krishna and Godavari rivers in Andhra Pradesh are witnessing heavy flood inflows due to incessant rains from a depression over the Bay of Bengal. Officials issued a first flood warning, with up to 5 lakh cusecs expected at Prakasam Barrage

Two youths died and another was critically injured in Bandlaguda when a 22-foot Ganesh idol they were transporting struck a high-tension wire on Monday night. Police suspect electrocution, though power officials dispute the cause. Forensic reports are awaited.

Telugu Titans coach Krishan Kumar Hooda said the team is fully prepared for PKL Season 12, starting August 29. With an injury-free, psychologically strong squad, he expressed confidence in their performance while crediting the league for transforming players’ lives.

The government has waived the 11 per cent duty on raw cotton imports till September 30 to ease supply pressures on the textile industry. The relief coincides with Indian exporters facing a steep 50 per cent tariff in the US

Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge announced former Supreme Court judge B Sudhershan Reddy as the joint INDIA bloc candidate for the Vice-Presidential polls. Reddy, also Goa’s first Lokayukta, was unanimously chosen, with Kharge calling it a significant democratic achievement

ISRO chief V Narayanan announced plans for a 40-storey rocket capable of launching 75,000 kg into low Earth orbit. Upcoming missions include NAVIC, N1 rocket, GSAT-7R for the Navy, and US satellite launch, alongside tripling India’s satellite fleet by 2029

President Droupadi Murmu gave assent to the National Sports Governance Act, 2025, a landmark reform in sports administration. The law establishes a National Sports Board, Tribunal, and Election Panel, narrows RTI scope, eases eligibility rules, and strengthens oversight of federations

A police constable in Siddipet’s Cheriyal rescued a woman who attempted suicide by jumping into Pedda Cheruvu on Wednesday. Constable Swamy leapt into the water after locals raised an alarm and managed to pull her out safely.

Assam Rifles signed an MoU with IIIT Manipur to advance drone technology for defence and security. The collaboration launched an Advanced Drone Training and Refresher Course, focusing on flight operations, maintenance, and DGCA-certified training, emphasizing defence-academia cooperation and indigenisation of drone systems

A youth was seriously injured after being electrocuted while setting up a Ganesh pandal in Amberpet late Monday night. Ram Charan, who came in contact with live wires, was rushed to a private hospital. His condition is reported stable.

Farmers staged a protest at the PACS sub-centre in Karimpet, Karimnagar, on Tuesday demanding urea distribution. With many unable to procure fertiliser earlier, elderly farmers sought priority. Police intervened and ensured distribution continued under supervision.

Opposition leaders, led by Mallikarjun Kharge, staged a protest in Parliament against the Election Commission over Bihar’s voter roll revision, alleging “Silent Invisible Rigging.” Carrying banners with commissioners’ photos, they accused the EC of disenfranchising voters ahead of state elections

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval met Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi in New Delhi for Special Representatives-level talks on the boundary issue. Discussions focused on de-escalation, trade, connectivity, and restoring trust as both nations seek to stabilise ties and manage differences.

The Ukraine war enters its fourth year as Trump’s Alaska summit with Putin benefits Russia by sidelining Kyiv and weakening Western unity. Zelenskyy’s Washington visit with European leaders sought damage control, but Trump’s vague commitments leave Ukraine’s prospects uncertain

Actress Sridevi Vijayakumar, making her comeback with Telugu film ‘Sundarakanda’, said her friendship with Prabhas, her co-star in ‘Eeswar’, remains unchanged despite his rise as a pan-Indian star. She also spoke about her meaningful role in the upcoming movie.

Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority chief Prakhar Jain warned that up to five lakh cusecs of flood inflows may reach Vijayawada’s Prakasam Barrage due to heavy rains. Authorities may issue the first warning, urging riparian residents to stay cautious

A study by SRM Institute revealed that just one hour of scrolling social media reels can trigger significant eye fatigue, greater than reading or video viewing. Prolonged smartphone use links to eyestrain, sleep disorders, and psychophysiological issues like anxiety and exhaustion

A Tirupati-bound Alliance Airlines flight with 67 passengers made a safe emergency landing at Hyderabad’s RGIA after the pilot detected a technical malfunction shortly after take-off. Passengers were unharmed, and airport authorities praised the swift response.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged all parties, including the Opposition, to support NDA’s vice-presidential nominee CP Radhakrishnan for a unanimous election. Lauding his clean public life, Modi introduced him to NDA MPs. Radhakrishnan will file nomination on Wednesday; Opposition likely to contest

Punjab Police’s Counter Intelligence arrested BKI operatives from Rajasthan, recovering a hand grenade. Investigations reveal involvement of foreign-based masterminds and plans to target government and police establishments, following recent foiled terror plots across Punjab.

PM Modi met IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, India’s first astronaut at the ISS, discussing his mission, experiments, and preparations for the Gaganyaan programme. The PM jokingly asked about the “homework” Shukla had completed in documenting his space mission.