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Runway has launched Aleph, a powerful in-context video model that lets users perform advanced edits on videos using text prompts. It can add or remove objects, change scenes, modify lighting, and generate new angles, pushing the boundaries of AI-based video editing.

Sridevi Women’s Engineering College has earned NBA re-accreditation for all eligible engineering programs for 2025–28. This marks the institution’s third successful cycle, reinforcing its dedication to academic quality, innovation, and empowering women through excellence in technical education

The SLBC tunnel project in Telangana remains stalled past the July-end deadline, months after a deadly roof collapse. Authorities plan to bypass the fault zone, but delays continue amid geological challenges, safety concerns, and political criticism of the Congress government.

Hyderabad’s first multilevel mechanical car parking near KBR Park will start operations by mid-August. With RFID-enabled smart card access, the facility can park 72 cars. Developed under PPP mode, similar smart parking spaces are planned in other city areas

ICRISAT signed an MoU with Kaveri University in Siddipet district to boost research collaboration and student exchange. Dr Himanshu Pathak addressed students, highlighting the importance of agri research. The pact aims to promote academic interaction and technology development

Draper Startup House has launched its first Draper Founders Program in India, hosted in Hyderabad. The 12-day equity-free accelerator brings together 14 bootstrapped founders, offering global exposure, mentorship, and practical tools to scale their startups and connect with investors

Sangareddy Collector P Pravinya seized a DCMS-run fertiliser shop near the town for selling urea above MRP. The action followed a routine inspection and farmer confirmation. She warned of strict action against any overpricing of fertilisers in the district

The Jeedimetla police arrested a gang involved in multiple phone snatching cases across Hyderabad and Cyberabad. The gang targeted lone walkers, especially women. Police recovered 9 phones and two bikes. The arrests followed CCTV and technical surveillance

Plugzmart, incubated at IIT Madras, has launched a first-of-its-kind EV charging solution allowing chargers to connect with multiple CMS networks simultaneously. The innovation increases charger visibility, enhances ROI for owners, and offers EV users broader accessibility across platforms

Amazon has launched the third-generation Echo Show 5 smart display in India, featuring a 5.5-inch screen, improved audio with 2X bass, and a built-in camera for home monitoring. It offers enhanced smart home control, entertainment, and voice assistant features via Alexa.

Students say that the high fee for CLAT registration and admission counselling is creating nearly insurmountable economic obstacles for many prospective law students, particularly from economically weaker sections. Despite the submission of concerns, the Consortium of NLUs has neither responded nor taken action.

For decades, Hyderabad’s Abids GPO bus stand was a magnet for government job aspirants. Now, only one stall remains, run by Rajesh Goud, who reflects on the golden era when thousands came daily to buy job application forms

Cyber fraudsters are sending fake HMWSSB bill messages in Hyderabad, threatening water supply disconnection to trick people into sharing bank details. The HMWSSB clarified it never asks for payments through third-party links and urged the public to stay alert

J Sudhakar, a municipal contractor and ex-serviceman, was found dead in a suspected suicide at Sitarampatnam in Paloncha mandal. A bottle of monocrotophos was recovered nearby. Police have registered a case and initiated an investigation into the incident

On his 52nd birthday, Sonu Nigam launched his new single ‘Kahani Meri’ and announced the 7-city Satrangi Re India Tour. Themed around seven emotional colours of love, the tour begins soon with ticket sales opening on August 1.

During ‘Operation Sindoor’, the Indian government blocked over 1,400 URLs spreading anti-India, misleading, and communally sensitive content, mostly from Pakistan-based accounts. A 24x7 control room and PIB Fact Check Unit coordinated real-time action to counter disinformation

A 19-year-old second-year MBBS student at RIMS Adilabad, Sahil Choudari, was found dead in his hostel room. The cause of the alleged suicide remains unclear. Authorities have formed a committee to investigate the tragic incident

BRS leaders alleged that MLC Shambhipur Raju received death threats from MLA Mynampally Rohit and his father Hanumantha Rao. They met the Cyberabad Police Commissioner and demanded action. The leaders also criticised the Congress for rising lawlessness in Telangana

Google has announced major updates to its AI Mode in Search ahead of the back-to-school season. New features include real-time video input, PDF and image support, Canvas planning tools, and integration with Chrome and Lens for seamless contextual learning.

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao lauded a 26.4% drop in Hyderabad’s air pollution over seven years, attributing it to the KCR-led government's green initiatives, including Haritha Haaram, increased green cover, and policies prioritising urban greenery and livability.

A TGGENCO employee, Raju, died by suicide inside the power station in Thurkalamaddikunta, Peddapalli, on Wednesday. Police registered a case and began an investigation. The body was shifted to the local hospital for postmortem. The reason is still unclear.

Prime Minister Modi will disburse the 20th installment of PM-KISAN on August 2 in Varanasi, benefiting 9.7 crore farmers. A nationwide awareness campaign is planned involving KVKs, ICAR, and grassroots networks to celebrate the government’s landmark direct benefit initiative

Reliance Jio has launched JioPC, a cloud-based virtual desktop solution that transforms any screen into a PC via JioFiber or JioAirFiber. Starting at ₹400/month, it offers AI tools, Adobe Express access, and no lock-in costs.

A Class IX student was hospitalised after a snakebite at a KGBV school in Jogulamba Gadwal, while students from another Gurukul staged a protest over unsafe drinking water, broken toilets, and government apathy despite repeated pleas for action.