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PIB Hyderabad organised a Varta media workshop on organ donation, highlighting common myths and medical facts. Experts stressed the importance of donor families, public awareness and voluntary pledges, while NOTTO’s Jug Jug Jiyo campaign seeks to encourage organ donation.

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said Syama Prasad Mookerjee's contributions will be incorporated into school and university curricula from the next academic year. The state will also publish his biographies, restore his ancestral home and build a 125-foot statue

The Bar Council of India has rescinded its decision asking State Bar Councils not to enrol NALSAR’s 2026 graduates. The BCI said students should not suffer for alleged misconduct by others and sought a factual report from the university Vice-Chancellor.

Security has been tightened at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad ahead of Independence Day celebrations. High-alert restrictions will remain in force until August 20, with visitor passes suspended and intensive checks of vehicles, passengers and airport premises.

Two tribals in Kumram Bheem Asifabad district carried a seven-month pregnant woman on a stretcher across a flooded stream to reach a health centre, underscoring the lack of basic healthcare access in remote villages. The viral video triggered criticism of the government’s failure to provide road and bridge facilities.

Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan said the government will investigate allegations surrounding the previous LDF government's efforts to bring Lionel Messi and Argentina to Kerala. He flagged possible procedural violations, GST evasion and FCRA concerns, saying appropriate action will follow

J Srinivas Rao, brother-in-law of BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao and maternal uncle of KT Rama Rao, died at Yashoda Hospital in Hyderabad on Thursday after a prolonged illness. BRS leaders, including KTR and T Harish Rao, visited the hospital.

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