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Hyderabad district has completed only 58.58% digitisation of electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision 2026, the lowest in Telangana. Over 18.74 lakh electors were found missing as Absent, Shifted or Dead voters. The submission window closes on August 10.

West Bengal observed the second anniversary of the RG Kar doctor’s rape and murder with two-minute silence at government hospitals. Doctors held memorial events and marches seeking justice, while the victim’s mother planted a sapling. The CBI continues probing the alleged conspiracy angle

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday announced a fresh probe into the 2024 rape and murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. He said the decision followed the victim’s mother’s request and ordered a separate inquiry into alleged cremation lapses

Flood inflows into major irrigation projects in Telangana, including Jurala, Srisailam and Yellampalli, have declined due to reduced rainfall in upstream Karnataka. Officials have closed gates, prioritising drinking water over irrigation, while power generation continues.

Six new additional judges of the Karnataka High Court were sworn in on Sunday at a ceremony in Bengaluru. Governor Thaawarchand Gehlot administered the oath in the presence of Chief Minister D K Shivakumar, Chief Justice Vibhu Bakhru, judges and other dignitaries

DGP CV Anand launched TG-VEER, a grievance portal for families of police martyrs in Telangana. During his visit to erstwhile Warangal district, he reviewed policing, discussed cybercrime and drug-related challenges, and stressed the importance of basic policing principles

World Indigenous Peoples Day was celebrated across Adilabad and neighbouring districts with tributes to tribal heroes, cultural programmes, rallies, and calls to protect tribal rights over land, water, and forests.

The two-day Bonalu festival began in Hyderabad’s Old City on Sunday with thousands of devotees visiting temples. Women carried decorated Bonam pots, while Thottalu processions and Potharajus added colour to celebrations. Police made elaborate security arrangements for the festival.

Devotees at Beechupally were stunned after priest Anil Sharma performed puja to a crocodile that emerged from the Krishna River and reached the Pushkar Ghat. Forest officials and local fishermen later caught the reptile and released it into the river

Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi on Sunday reviewed matters related to the National Testing Agency with senior Education Ministry officials. The meeting focused on strengthening institutional mechanisms, streamlining examination processes and improving responsiveness to students while building a transparent and credible examination system

With Graduate MLC elections approaching and nominated MLC terms ending, lobbying has begun within the Telangana Congress for seats under the Graduate and Governor quotas. This comes amid Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s call for greater representation of youngsters

Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh on Sunday urged Meiteis to act as a “big brother” among communities to promote peace and development. Addressing a Tiranga Rally, he stressed unity among Meiteis, Kukis and Nagas and warned against elements fostering mistrust

Dr Kanike Priyanka, a 28-year-old doctor pursuing MD in Rajahmundry, died at KIMS Hospital after suffering severe injuries in a car accident. Two youths accused of drunk driving were arrested following the incident that sparked outrage across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao visited Nallabelli in Warangal district to pay respects to late former MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy, handing over financial aid to his family. His rare public appearance drew a massive turnout of party leaders, workers, and supporters along the route.

The Civil Aviation Ministry said the Air India pilot-in-command of a Phuket-Delhi flight that lost about 300 feet of altitude has undergone confirmatory testing after an initial psychoactive substance screening required further analysis. Both pilots were removed from the roster pending investigation

Regency College of Culinary Arts & Hotel Management welcomed its 2026–2029 BHMCT and BCTCA batches and Diploma in Food Production students at a freshers’ party in Ibrahimpatnam. The event featured dance, music, bottle flairing and a ramp walk.

Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar is set to visit New Delhi amid speculation over discussions with the Congress high command on portfolio allocation for 19 newly inducted ministers. Party leaders are also working to address discontent among legislators left out of the cabinet

Seven persons were arrested for allegedly gambling at a house in Peddampet village of Anthargaon mandal in Peddapalli on Saturday night. Police seized Rs 14,730 cash, six mobile phones and 52 playing cards from the accused persons

Artificial Intelligence-powered weather forecasts in Telangana helped small farmers save up to USD 560 by adjusting their farming practices, according to the World Bank’s World Development Report 2026. The report urges developing nations to adopt low-cost AI tools to boost productivity, improve governance, and enhance social programs.

Dubbak MLA Kotha Prabhakar Reddy helped a couple injured in a road accident at Bonala Kondapur in Siddipet on Sunday. He arranged emergency assistance, helped them reach a hospital and later spoke to hospital staff about providing proper treatment

The BrahMos missile's reported performance during Operation Sindoor has increased international interest in India's supersonic cruise missile. With production expanding across four facilities, India is also pursuing new variants and export deals as demand for advanced defence systems grows

The Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad celebrated World Lion Day with animal keeper talks highlighting lion behaviour, feeding, vaccination and breeding. The zoo houses both Asiatic and African lions and also features a 45-acre safari established in 1974.

Organisers of proposed ‘shankhnaad’ and ‘karseva’ programmes at Mathura’s Krishna Janmabhoomi site cancelled the events on Sunday, citing Kanwar Yatra participation. Police had issued notices and restricted gatherings, citing court directions and prohibiting new religious traditions at the disputed site

The Union home ministry has sanctioned over Rs 4.54 crore for winter clothing and equipment for CRPF troops deployed at Temporary Operating Bases in Jammu and Kashmir. The funds will help procure specialised gear for patrols, survival and combat operations