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By mid-August, Telangana’s Kharif sowing crossed 1.10 crore acres, surpassing last year’s figures. However, sowing is largely confined to rain-fed areas due to inconsistent rainfall, urea shortages, and irrigation delays. Delayed MSP bonuses have further impacted farmers' liquidity, leading many to opt for less water-intensive crops

BITS Pilani celebrated the achievements of 8,450 working professionals graduating under its Work Integrated Learning Programmes. About 1,050 attended in person, while over 7,400 joined virtually through Metaverse technology, including 122 graduates from 24 other countries.

A mega job mela will be held on August 19 at Simal Garden, Malakpet, from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies across pharma, healthcare, IT/ITES, education, and banking will conduct preliminary interviews. Entry is free, and SSC-qualified candidates can attend

Traffic congestion is rampant in Hyderabad’s Old City, particularly on Charminar–Chandrayangutta and Shamsheergunj–Kalapather roads. Citizens say alternative routes are available but underused due to haphazard parking and minimal police guidance, worsening travel times during peak hours

Osmania University has outrightly rejected the TGCHE recommendation of introducing BE Biotechnology and BA (Hons) Telugu programmes from the academic year 2025-26, citing a dearth of faculty, classrooms, hostels and infrastructure. The University accused the TGCHE of taking the top-down approach, undermining its autonomy

Crocodiles straying from the Manjeera Wildlife Sanctuary into irrigation tanks and farmlands have left farmers in Sangareddy and Medak anxious. With frequent sightings and no monitoring system in place, the reptiles pose a recurring risk to rural communities

Over 1.4 lakh Ganesh pandals will immerse idols in Hyderabad this year. BGUS has set RTA-approved tariffs for vehicles, with trailers costing Rs 33,000 and smaller vehicles from Rs 1,000 upwards. Tokens and time slots will ensure smooth immersion on September 6

The Kumram Bheem irrigation project in Asifabad, meant to irrigate 45,500 acres, continues to rely on polythene covers after cracks developed in its bund. Repair work has been delayed for over a year, leaving farmers dependent on bore wells and streams

He announced ex-gratia relief and assured full support, while Union Home Minister Amit Shah pledged Centre’s assistance

Health Minister Damodara Rajanarsimha reached Isojipet in Pulkal mandal by tractor to inspect a breach in the Singur left bank canal after road access was cut off. He ordered immediate restoration work and later reviewed inflows at Singur reservoir

Heavy rains triggered multiple flash floods and landslides in Himachal Pradesh’s Mandi district, damaging houses and disrupting traffic on the Kiratpur–Manali National Highway. Rescue teams have been deployed across affected areas, while residents have been urged to stay away from rivers and streams

A 40-year-old woman, Boinala Swetha of Gowlipura, died by suicide at Chatrinaka on Saturday night. She jumped from her building’s terrace and died on the spot. Police said family members cited depression due to family issues as the reason

A 20-member NCC expedition team, comprising equal male and female cadets, will attempt to scale either Mt Yunam in Himachal Pradesh or Mt Shalang Dhura in Uttarakhand post-monsoon. The mission, promoting youth adventure, follows NCC’s successful Everest summit in May

Protesters across Israel launched a nationwide strike demanding a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of hostages, intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Netanyahu. Demonstrations coincided with Israeli airstrikes in Yemen and preparations for a Gaza invasion, as humanitarian conditions worsened

In Mandya’s Kirugavalu village, hotel owner Madappa was strangled to death by a gang of robbers after he witnessed them looting a jewelry shop. The culprits fled with gold, cash, and the CCTV DVR, leaving villagers in shock and fear

BRS working president KT Rama Rao attended the wedding of Navitha, daughter of late activist Dhanaboyina Narsimlu, saying his presence was not political but a brotherly duty. He said the party’s bond with people is built on trust and family ties

Nationwide, over 650 have died since late June, forcing the government to declare six districts disaster-hit

In Sangareddy, Congress leader T Jagga Reddy lightened the mood when an eight-year-old boy asked him for donations for a Ganesh idol. Reddy joked about taking loans before assuring he would contribute before the idol’s immersion

Chief Justice of India B R Gavai inaugurated the Bombay High Court’s new circuit bench in Kolhapur, easing the burden on litigants from six districts. The bench, functional from August 18, includes one division bench and two single benches

K Prime Minister Keir Starmer joined European leaders in the “Coalition of the Willing” to support peace efforts in Ukraine. Praising Donald Trump’s summit with Vladimir Putin, he stressed that any settlement must include Volodymyr Zelenskyy and robust security guarantees for Kyiv

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Delhi sections of Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II worth ₹11,000 crore. The projects will ease congestion, cut travel time, boost NCR connectivity, and uniquely utilise repurposed waste for sustainable infrastructure development

Two people died and over 300 were injured during ‘Dahi Handi’ celebrations in Mumbai and Thane. Injuries occurred while forming human pyramids, with some critical cases reported. Authorities confirmed casualties, hospitalisations, and widespread injuries among children and youth

AP IT Minister to press for faster clearances, new initiatives; to thank Vaishnaw for semiconductor unit

Hyderabad will see moderate to heavy rain this week, while several Telangana districts face red alerts for very heavy rainfall. Adilabad saw up to 173 mm in 24 hours, and IMD warns of more intense spells in the coming days