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Actor Harshvardhan Rane has revealed his first trial look test for filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma’s upcoming film Police Company, produced by T-Series. Rane will portray encounter specialist Dayanayak, with RGV stating the film is inspired by the Mumbai police squad that eliminated over 300 gangsters between 1997 and 2004.
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Actor Jackie Shroff wished longtime friend and fellow actor Suniel Shetty on his 65th birthday, calling him his “Asli Bhidu.” The actors share a friendship spanning over three decades and have appeared together in several films, including Border, Refugee, Hulchul and Mukhbiir
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Former India fielding coach T Dilip praised Virat Kohli’s unmatched intensity and influence on teammates, recalled India’s 2024 Barbados triumph, explained the idea behind the fielding medal, and highlighted Suryakumar Yadav’s iconic catch in the T20 World Cup final.
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NDA MPs protested at Parliament, accusing Rahul Gandhi and the Opposition of avoiding a discussion on police action against protesting students. The BJP said Home Minister Amit Shah was ready to respond, while the Opposition continued protests over NEET irregularities and alleged police brutality
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Tamil Nadu Assembly proceedings turned heated as O Panneerselvam and treasury benches exchanged personal barbs over alliance changes, political loyalties and unfulfilled election promises. The debate intensified over leaders’ photographs and allegiances before the Speaker intervened, expunging remarks and restoring order
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Six acclaimed Malayalam filmmakers unveiled the teaser of director Ramees’s time-travel fantasy thriller Orijinal, starring Sreenath Bhasi. Released via Think Music’s YouTube channel, the teaser showcases Bhasi in dual avatars and hints at humour, thrills, and emotional twists within a time-bending narrative.
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The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has alleged irregularities and a multi-crore scam in the PM Ekta Mall tenders at Raidurg, Hyderabad. K. T. Rama Rao demanded cancellation of tenders and sought Union intervention, while Minister D. Sridhar Babu dismissed the charges as political drama, asserting transparency in the process.
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The Congress accused BJP Yuva Morcha members of being transported from West Bengal to Jharkhand to alter the character of student protests over alleged exam irregularities. Congress leaders Rahul Gandhi and K C Venugopal condemned police action and urged dialogue to resolve protesters’ concerns
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Nagaland Chief Minister Neiphiu Rio urged Union Home Minister Amit Shah to reconsider proposed FCRA amendments, warning they could burden churches and Christian charitable organisations. He sought parliamentary committee scrutiny and individual review of renewal cases to protect legitimate educational, healthcare and welfare activities
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NDA MPs welcomed Prime Minister Narendra Modi with tricolours and slogans of ‘Vande Mataram’ and ‘Bharat Mata Ki Jai’ at the coalition’s parliamentary party meeting. The Monsoon Session has witnessed repeated disruptions, opposition protests and limited legislative business ahead of its August 13 conclusion
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Indian-origin CFO Aditya Humad has been sentenced by a US federal court to four months in prison for conspiring to bribe surgeons with sham consulting fees to use SpineFrontier’s spinal implant products. He will also face supervised release and a fine, after admitting to violating anti-kickback laws in a scheme that generated millions in revenue for the company.
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US President Donald Trump was reportedly moved secretly from Air Force One to a military jet in Turkey amid credible security threats. Officials cited concerns over the Qatar-donated aircraft’s security systems, while the White House declined to confirm details surrounding the covert transfer
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The government has extended the PM E-DRIVE scheme to March 31, 2028, with a Rs 11,900 crore outlay to boost EV adoption, charging infrastructure and domestic manufacturing. Electric two-wheelers will receive incentives of up to Rs 5,000 per vehicle, subject to eligibility
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HCLTech has clarified that its initial probe found no evidence of a breach in its systems or client engagements after a hacker group claimed exposure of employee-related data. The company said the information appears limited and dated, and it continues to investigate. The statement follows a similar clarification by TCS, which also reported no credible breach evidence.
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Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu denied allegations that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s brother Kondal Reddy is linked to Tesseract Advanced Systems, which received prime land at a concessional rate. However, Kondal Reddy’s own social media posts and references by international forums suggest his association with the company.
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A 39-year-old mechanic was crushed to death at Jeedimetla bus depot in Hyderabad when an RTC bus driver allegedly moved the vehicle while the victim was repairing its brakes. Police have registered a case.
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A man from Gajularamaram, Hyderabad, was booked by Jeedimetla police after being flagged by a US child protection agency for allegedly viewing and sharing child sexual abuse material on Instagram. Telangana Cyber Crime traced him via his IP address, but no arrest has been made yet.
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A six-month-old infant’s body, buried at Punjagutta graveyard in Hyderabad, mysteriously disappeared within hours. The grieving family discovered the missing body when they returned to bury the second twin who also died. Police have registered a case and detained graveyard staff for questioning.
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The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a new rule making online applications mandatory for immigration benefits such as green cards, citizenship, and asylum. Forms available for e-filing for at least 180 days will become online-only, with exemptions allowed on a case-by-case basis for a $25 fee.
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Congress leader Sonia Gandhi hailed the Supreme Court’s clean chit to former PM Manmohan Singh in the coal block allocation case, calling him a symbol of integrity and accountability. In sharp contrast, she accused the Narendra Modi government of misusing investigative agencies, silencing opponents, and indulging in political coercion.
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A powerful magnitude-7.4 earthquake struck western Colombia on Monday, killing 132 people and injuring over 570. The government has declared a national disaster, with widespread damage to homes and airports.
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Protests by students in Ranchi over alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment exams turned violent on Monday, with police using water cannons, tear gas, and lathi-charge to stop a march to the assembly. Chief Minister Hemant Soren appealed for dialogue, but BJP announced a statewide bandh on Tuesday against “police atrocities.”
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The Hyderabad Cricket Association has formed a Women’s Cricket Committee to strengthen and streamline women’s cricket in Telangana, with members Sunitha Anand, Anaya Maria and M. Revathi tasked with overseeing structured programmes and opportunities across all levels.
