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A worker was seriously injured after allegedly being attacked with a sharp object at a jewellery-making workshop in Secunderabad’s General Bazaar. Police said an argument over payment allegedly escalated, resulting in a head injury. Mahankali police have registered a case.

Intelligence agencies have issued a high alert in Punjab ahead of Independence Day, warning of possible symbolic attacks and intensified online propaganda by pro-Khalistan elements. Authorities are closely monitoring SFJ activities and alleged efforts to revive the separatist movement

Bihar Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary on Saturday said the state has a zero-tolerance policy against human trafficking. He highlighted Naya Savera 3.0, rescue and rehabilitation efforts, while police said 7,150 victims were rescued and 2,698 traffickers arrested since 2022

Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Saturday said the government would act against the RSS within the legal framework, asserting that the organisation is outside it. He said authorities were studying its history and declined to reveal details of proposed action

Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy urged Nalgonda farmers to avoid paddy and adopt less water-intensive crops amid declining water levels. He said Nagarjuna Sagar reserves were sufficient only for drinking needs and called for greater crop diversification

Telangana EAGLE Force and local police busted an interstate drug trafficking network operating between Rajasthan and Hyderabad, arresting seven persons in two cases. Police seized opium and mephedrone and identified alleged key suppliers while continuing efforts to trace others.

Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy said Rs 5,000 crore had been assured for land acquisition and R&R works linked to irrigation projects across Telangana. He reviewed projects in four districts and directed officials to speed up clearances and pending works

Yoga medallists across age groups were felicitated at the renovated Senior Citizens Welfare Counselling Hall in KPHB Colony. Funded by MLA Madhavaram Krishna Rao, the facility is also expected to promote carrom, yoga and chess among residents and senior citizens

A 28-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide at her home in Balanagar on Saturday amid marital disputes and suspicions over her husband's alleged relationship with another woman. Police said the couple frequently argued over his drinking habit and other issues

Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah urged urban cooperative banks to change their perception of the RBI, citing its recent support for the sector. He also called for all 1,400 UCBs to join NUCFDC, highlighting its benefits in technology, compliance and cybersecurity

Six women allegedly stole a gold chain weighing around 10 tolas from a jewellery shop in Tandur, Vikarabad district. Police said three women distracted sales personnel while another took the chain. CCTV footage is being examined to trace the suspects.

A grand musical tribute titled "Pyaar Hi Pyaar Beshumaar" will be held in Mumbai on August 21 to celebrate late actor Dharmendra's enduring screen legacy. The event, conceptualised by Pankaj Raina, will revisit memorable musical moments from his cinematic journey

Hyderabad-based HostMyGuest offers furniture rentals for weddings, festivals and other multi-day celebrations, providing mattresses, cots, chairs, tables and sofas. The service aims to help families accommodate outstation guests comfortably at home through convenient booking, delivery, setup and collection

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged IIT Delhi graduates to question accepted ideas, seek solutions and remain lifelong learners. Addressing the institute’s 57th convocation, he linked youth empowerment with Viksit Bharat, highlighting opportunities in AI, semiconductors, space, quantum computing and other emerging sectors

ETCA-UAE has invited BRS working president KT Rama Rao to attend Bathukamma celebrations in Dubai as chief guest on October 11. During a meeting, Rama Rao also discussed the welfare, employment opportunities and challenges faced by Telangana workers in Gulf countries

Campbell Thompson claimed 8/25 as Cricket Australia XI bowled Bangladesh out for 54 to seal an innings-and-38-run victory in Darwin. The defeat comes four days before Bangladesh begin their Test series against Australia after a 23-year gap

DMK Deputy General Secretary Kanimozhi Karunanidhi defended the party's boycott of a delimitation consultation and challenged Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay to act against Karnataka's proposed Mekedatu dam, including by leading a State delegation to the Union government

Hyderabad Police have warned women against fake ‘rent-a-boyfriend’ advertisements circulating on social media. Scammers allegedly use fabricated profiles to extract money and personal information through booking fees, security deposits and advance payments, posing financial and safety risks

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi arrived in Prayagraj on Saturday for a student interaction focused on education, unemployment and recruitment exam issues. His programme comes amid student protests over paper leaks, with posters around the venue highlighting jobs, education and accountability

Ariha Pangambam made history by winning India's first-ever Asian Championships gold in senior women's individual aerobic gymnastics. The 19-year-old scored 19.100 points in the final after training for around six hours daily and drawing motivation from a previous fourth-place finish

Hyderabad commuters continue to face severe traffic problems due to waterlogging, potholes and damaged roads across the city. Civic bodies have identified nearly 1,000 waterlogging hotspots, while the GHMC has announced a 10-day pothole-filling and repair drive

BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia will meet Head of Cricket VVS Laxman in Bengaluru on Sunday to review injury management at the Centre of Excellence. Several India players, including Jasprit Bumrah and Sai Sudharsan, are currently sidelined with injuries

Malayalam superstar Mohanlal apologised after missing a scheduled stage show in Sydney because he did not receive an Australian visa. Expressing disappointment, he took responsibility for the cancellation, thanked organisers for their efforts and promised to return with his team

The Mullaperiyar dam dispute has returned to focus after Tamil Nadu's reported plan to raise the water level to 152 feet. Kerala residents have raised safety concerns, while the long-running dispute continues to involve water rights, structural safety and legal issues