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Akan Hyderabad will host its annual Aahvaanam initiative on August 15, offering gourmet dining and live music under a “Pay As You Please” model. Proceeds will benefit The Good Talk Factory Foundation and support accessibility, autism and skill-development initiatives.

Former India batter WV Raman has backed Sarfaraz Khan over Dhruv Jurel for the first Test against Sri Lanka in Galle, citing his ability against spin and attacking approach. Raman also supported Devdutt Padikkal for the No. 3 position

A Hyderabad priest set an example of honesty by handing over 8 tolas of gold jewellery he found near Begumpet Public School traffic signal to the police. CCTV footage helped trace the owner and the ornaments were returned.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s August 15 visit to Sangareddy has raised speculation over the renomination of T Nirmala, wife of TPCC Working President T Jagga Reddy, as TGIIC chairperson after her two-year tenure ended on July 11.

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar alleged that the Congress government was conspiring to scrap Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes. He questioned its failure to file a counter-affidavit and defend the welfare programmes in the High Court.

The Lok Sabha recorded 15 per cent productivity during the Monsoon session, making it one of its lowest-performing sessions since 2004, according to PRS Legislative Research. The Rajya Sabha functioned for 33 per cent of scheduled time amid repeated disruptions

BHEL and Norway-based Hystar AS have entered into a strategic tie-up for phased indigenisation and local manufacturing of PEM electrolyser systems in India. The collaboration will strengthen BHEL’s capabilities in green hydrogen projects and enable it to offer both PEM and alkaline solutions.

Former Khammam excise official Vustala Somi Reddy has lodged a complaint against liquor trader Kondapalli Ganesh, alleging a malicious social media campaign, threats and character assassination. He submitted 17 messages and a pen drive containing data as evidence.

Delhi Police have arrested five men in connection with the alleged murder of 45-year-old Deepak Dabas, who reportedly survived two earlier attempts on his life before being run over by an SUV in Kanjhawala. Police suspect a 22-year-old enmity motivated the conspiracy

Andhra Pradesh police stopped a BRS delegation led by former Minister S Niranjan Reddy from visiting the Pothireddypadu head regulator. Niranjan alleged that AP was diverting Krishna water while the Telangana government was failing to safeguard farmers’ interests.

A mathematics teacher from the Government Minority Residential School in Mahabubabad died after being hit by a train while crossing railway tracks at the local railway station. Railway police shifted the body for post-mortem examination and registered a case

A 27-year-old man from Konam village in Anakapalli district underwent surgery for a rare mediastinal cancer at Malla Reddy Narayana Multispeciality Hospital. Doctors performed a sternotomy to remove residual tumour tissue after chemotherapy, and discharged him in stable condition.

Former India badminton player Trupti Murgunde said hosting the BWF World Championships 2026 is a proud moment and reflects India’s sporting growth. She believes the event in New Delhi will provide young shuttlers a valuable platform to showcase their talent

Former Minister T Harish Rao has announced free coaching for police job aspirants from Siddipet constituency through the KCR Coaching Centre. Applications will be accepted online from August 13 to 19, followed by screening, physical training and classroom coaching.

A Delhi court has taken cognisance of the CBI charge sheet against 13 accused in the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case, finding overwhelming prima facie evidence that they formed a syndicate to leak, circulate and sell examination material for monetary gain

ITC Kakatiya will mark India’s 79th Independence Day with a special buffet brunch at Deccan Pavilion, curated by Chef Arvind Singh. The menu brings together regional dishes from Kashmir to Kerala, highlighting India’s diverse culinary traditions, ingredients and cooking styles.

The SIT probing the 2018 APPSC Group-I recruitment examination has alleged irregularities in digital and manual evaluation processes, including unauthorised evaluators, mark discrepancies, private handling of answer scripts, CCTV lapses and alterations in evaluation records

Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced diversions near Necklace Rotary on August 14 for the inauguration of the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule statue at Lake View Park. The diversions will begin at 2 p.m. and remain until the event concludes, depending on traffic conditions.

The Telangana government’s move to carve out elite medical suites at TIMS, Sanathnagar, for foreign patients under a medical tourism initiative has drawn sharp criticism. Senior doctors and public health experts argue the plan undermines the institute’s original purpose of serving the poor and middle class.

A 51-year-old Tamil Nadu man with two PhDs and an MBA has cleared NEET and secured a medical seat in Nagapattinam, fulfilling a 34-year-old dream. Despite work and family responsibilities, A Suresh Kumar prepared consistently and overcame an earlier unsuccessful attempt

Three months after Tanuja Ranjan was murdered at her Jubilee Hills residence, the alleged mastermind and key suspects remain at large. Hyderabad police have arrested two suspects and recovered some stolen property, while efforts are underway to trace those believed to have fled Nepal.

Air India CEO Campbell Wilson said the airline remains focused on profitability despite external challenges and plans to induct over 100 new aircraft in two years. The carrier is also preparing for leadership transition and continuing its transformation programme

ITC Kohenur will celebrate Independence Day with two specially curated culinary experiences at Golconda Pavilion on August 15 and 16. Guests can savour South Indian delicacies and regional specialties from across India, highlighting the country’s rich culinary heritage and unity in diversity.

A petition signed by over 14,000 people claiming to represent the academic and scientific community has sought Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla’s intervention over Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra’s “gau mutra expert” remark against IIT Madras Director V Kamakoti