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Sania Mirza and former Indian hockey stars mourned the passing of Dr Vece Paes, ex-Olympian and father of Leander Paes, recalling his dedication to athlete welfare and sports medicine

The Telangana Football Association has announced the sub-junior girls team for the national championship beginning August 17 in Narainpur, Chhattisgarh. A 20-member squad will represent the state

India’s kho kho teams, winners of the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, have been invited as special guests to the 79th Independence Day celebrations at Red Fort — a first in the sport’s history

Indian athletes and officials hailed the National Sports Governance and Anti-Doping Bills 2025 as landmark reforms, praising PM Modi for prioritising transparency, athlete welfare, safe sport policies, and governance reforms

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Former Hyderabad Ranji cricketer Benjamin Thomas announced his retirement from first-class cricket. He thanked mentors, institutions, and the Hyderabad Cricket Association for their support across his long domestic career

Sreenidi Deccan FC has signed midfielder Abhijith K ahead of the 2025–26 season. The former Gokulam Kerala FC player brings experience and attacking flair, with 51 senior appearances across competitions

Vincent Keymer won the Quantbox Chennai Grand Masters chess title with a round to spare, becoming the first sole champion. His performance also elevated him into the world’s top 10 rankings

Hyderabad Traffic Police announced diversions on August 16 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. in the Abid Road area for the Lord Sri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsava at ISKCON Temple. Alternative routes and parking at Exhibition Grounds, Nampally, are suggested for devotees.

A tragic road accident in Thimmapur mandal of Karimnagar claimed the life of a 10-year-old boy and left five other school children injured when an overloaded auto-rickshaw overturned while returning from school.

Telangana claims discrimination after the Advanced System in Package (ASIP) semiconductor project was approved for Andhra Pradesh, despite the State having the required ecosystem. Similar past incidents, including Micron’s relocation to Gujarat, highlight concerns over lost investment and employment opportunities

RBI pause reflects a wait-and-watch approach amid global uncertainties and the impact of the previous rate cuts

The Hyderabad Traffic Police issued a traffic advisory ahead of the ‘At Home’ reception hosted by the Governor of Telangana at Raj Bhavan on Friday evening. The police have urged citizens to avoid the area and take alternative routes during the event.

Former Telangana CM and BRS President K Chandrashekhar Rao extended greetings on the eve of India’s 78th Independence Day, paying tribute to freedom fighters and reflecting on the country's journey toward self-rule. Celebrating Telangana's progress over the last decade, he emphasised that true freedom is achieved when its benefits reach every citizen.

Hyderabad was spared from the extremely heavy rains forecast on Thursday, providing relief to residents. Schools reported low attendance, IT offices were quiet, and traffic was minimal, though authorities remain on high alert in low-lying areas near the Musi river

Jawaharlal Nehru inherited a broken country and built its foundations; Narendra Modi leads an era of rapid transformation and assertive nationalism

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that India is now the company’s second-largest market and could soon become its largest. He praised India’s enthusiasm for AI and highlighted GPT-5’s potential to support early-stage businesses and individuals across domains like software, customer service, marketing, and legal.

Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara told the Legislative Assembly on Thursday that legal action would be taken against the key witness in the Dharmasthala "mass burial" case if his allegations are proven false. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to a fair, apolitical investigation led by a Special Investigation Team (SIT).

In Turkavadam village, Kangti mandal, 44-year-old widow Singe Narsamma was allegedly murdered by unidentified assailants who smashed her head with a boulder. She was discovered in a pool of blood, and police have registered a case and launched an investigation

A three-year-old boy in Chinnarutla village, Prakasam district, sustained minor neck injuries after being dragged by a leopard inside his home. The animal released him when villagers intervened. Forest officials have launched a search operation in the Nallamala Tiger Reserve

President Droupadi Murmu approved 127 Gallantry Awards, 40 Distinguished Service Awards, and 290 Mentions-in-Despatches on India’s 79th Independence Day. Awards honour exceptional courage, gallantry in operations including Operation Sindoor, and meritorious service across military and paramilitary forces

BRS MLA T Harish Rao has criticised the Telangana Congress government for raising life tax on two-wheelers, cars, and commercial vehicles. He called it a burden on the poor and middle class, warning it will raise costs for consumers

War 2 brings Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR together in a stylish action drama spanning several countries. While Jr NTR impresses and the action is slick, the predictable plot and weak emotional connect make it less gripping than expected.

Two Armed Reserve constables in Medak were suspended after being caught playing cards during a police raid at Venkataramana Colony. Authorities seized over Rs. 74,000 in cash and 19 mobile phones, highlighting strict action against gambling and misconduct