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Jasprit Bumrah's absence from the Sri Lanka Test series has reportedly exposed communication gaps between the BCCI Centre of Excellence and selectors. Concerns over injury management, rehabilitation protocols and player fitness are expected to feature prominently in an upcoming BCCI review meeting

The Supreme Court directed the Centre to ensure every road has a properly demarcated, encroachment-free pedestrian space, reiterating that the right to walk on footpaths is a fundamental right and asking authorities to protect dedicated walking areas within two weeks

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused Congress leaders of targeting T Harish Rao with personal allegations over his visit to the Mookambika temple. He demanded a public apology and alleged the campaign was intended to divert attention from key public issues.

All India Muslim Jamaat President Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi criticised Taslima Nasreen for her remarks on madrasas, calling them hate speech. He also objected to her support for the Uniform Civil Code, saying it interferes with Sharia and Muslim personal law

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke said his studies at Boston University were funded through a scholarship and education loan, dismissed criticism over his finances, and defended the NEET protest movement while opposing action against student agitators and minors

Rashmika Mandanna has revealed she suffered a tendon injury in her right hip while filming a dance sequence for Mysaa. The actress shared details of her recovery on Instagram, describing the upcoming project as the most physically demanding film of her career

Opposition MPs, including Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, protested in the Parliament House complex over allegations of theft of donations at the Ram temple in Ayodhya and alleged police excesses against student protesters, demanding accountability from Union Home Minister Amit Shah

BRS leaders from the erstwhile Mahabubnagar district urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to expedite the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme. Speaking at a forum in Baltimore, they also sought action against Karnataka's projects and called for collective efforts towards Palamuru's development.

Ashok Leyland reported a 30 per cent year-on-year increase in total sales to 19,590 units in July 2026, driven by robust domestic demand. Domestic sales climbed 33 per cent, with strong growth in both medium and heavy commercial vehicles and light commercial vehicles

Actor and BJP MP Kangana Ranaut said she wants to embrace what she described as an awakened Hindu ideology linked to the BJP and RSS. She defended her personal transformation and reiterated her criticism of Gen Z protesters following backlash over her recent remarks

The Delhi High Court directed the MCD and NDMC to begin a pilot stray dog sterilisation programme in one ward each, with adequate public awareness. The court also stressed maintaining a viable stray dog population while ensuring compliance with Supreme Court directives

India's annual airport passenger handling capacity has crossed 580 million, significantly higher than the 420 million passengers handled in 2025-26, the government informed Parliament. The country now has 166 operational airports, with 25 greenfield airport projects approved to meet future demand

The Nama Muttaiah Memorial Trust provided Rs 50,000 in financial assistance to the family of unemployed youth Gaddam Venu Kumar. Former MP Nama Nageswara Rao assured the family of support and urged unemployed youth not to resort to extreme steps.

Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Selva Prabhu said food poisoning hampered his performance in the men's triple jump final in Glasgow, costing him a chance at gold. The Tamil Nadu athlete is now focused on securing qualification for the 2026 Asian Games

The Varanasi Municipal Corporation collected Rs 49,000 in fines from meat sellers violating the Shravan closure order. Civic authorities said inspections will continue to enforce restrictions imposed in view of Kanwar Yatra movement and devotees' religious sentiments

The Visakhapatnam District Athletics Association and Andhra Pradesh Athletics Association congratulated Olympian Jyothi Yarraji after she won the women's 100m hurdles gold at IFAM Oordegem in Belgium with a time of 12.85 seconds, boosting her preparations for the 2026 Asian Games

FC Raengdai continued their dream debut campaign in the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup with a thrilling 4-3 victory over TRAU FC in Imphal. The newcomers made it two wins in two matches to climb to the top of Group D with six points

Educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut and Ghaziabad will remain closed till August 12 due to heavy Kanwar Yatra movement. Authorities cited student safety and traffic management, while exempting examinations already scheduled by schools, colleges and universities

Warangal-born Hyderabad coach T.K. Dilip has ended a memorable five-year tenure as India's fielding coach after playing a key role in multiple ICC and Asia Cup triumphs. Known for introducing the 'Best Fielder' medal, he leaves behind a lasting legacy despite limited public recognition

Centuries by Mickil Jaiswal, Bhavesh Seth and Arhaan Satwalekar highlighted Monday's A-Division two-day league cricket matches in Hyderabad, while Tanay Thyagarajann, Ronald Roy Rodrigues, Yashveer Goud and Rishab Baslas starred with five- and six-wicket hauls for their respective teams

Jogini Shyamala Devi and her disciples staged a protest during Bonalu celebrations in Secunderabad after the Bonam carried by her was allegedly toppled a day earlier. Police stopped the group from entering a restricted area near the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple, leading to brief tension.

The Supreme Court clarified that "criminal antecedents" refers only to grave and heinous offences while allowing states to withdraw FIRs against eligible student protesters. The court also proposed framing guidelines on pellet gun use and continued hearing allegations of police excesses

Lakshmi, the caparisoned elephant carrying the sacred portrait of Goddess Mahakali, led the traditional Ambari procession during Lashkar Bonalu in Secunderabad. Hundreds of devotees gathered along the route as cultural performances and strict safety measures marked the annual religious event.

The Centre proposed a regulatory framework for two-wheeled road ambulances to improve emergency healthcare access in remote and hilly areas. The draft mandates AIS-209 compliance for new vehicles from October 2027 and introduces fitness certification requirements