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A 42-year-old worker died after getting trapped in a CNC laser machine at an iron fabrication company in Cherlapally, Hyderabad. Police shifted the body for postmortem examination, registered a case and launched an investigation into the industrial accident

Formula 1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali says the sport is entering an exciting new era, citing strong growth in television audiences, fan engagement and commercial success. He also highlighted major calendar expansions and the sport's evolving media strategy

The Hyderabad Tiger Conservation Society and the Telangana Forest Department organised International Tiger Day 2026 at KBR National Park. More than 320 students participated in interactive activities and awareness sessions focused on tiger conservation, biodiversity protection and the importance of forests

The Telangana government has resumed pumping operations under the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme after heavy rainfall boosted inflows into the Godavari and Krishna rivers. Water is being lifted from major projects like Sripada Yellampalli and routed to reservoirs, easing drinking water and irrigation concerns.

The University of Hyderabad’s Empowered Committee for Differently Abled Persons (ECDAP) distributed 100 Smart Vision Glasses to visually impaired individuals from Telangana and other states, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and inclusion in higher education.

The GHMC collected 2,598 furniture waste items, including mattresses, sofas and tables, through its doorstep pickup service. The civic body said the initiative helps residents dispose of bulky waste responsibly and supports efforts to keep Hyderabad cleaner and clog-free

The Bihar State Transgender Welfare Board approved a proposal to construct a temple dedicated to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, citing his contribution towards giving the transgender community respect and rights. The proposal was made during the board’s maiden meeting

The Supreme Court dismissed the Odisha government's plea seeking modification of its order permitting the release of Mahaprabhu Jagannath, holding that creativity and artistic expression cannot be curtailed merely because some people are sensitive about the depiction of deities

Jharkhand Police arrested CPI (Maoist) politburo member Misir Besra, carrying a bounty of Rs 2.2 crore and wanted in 175 cases. The arrest was made during an anti-Naxal operation in Dhanbad, with police calling it a major breakthrough

Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve celebrated International Tiger Day with exhibitions, awareness programmes, a forest march and the felicitation of Junior Fire Watchers. Officials highlighted the importance of community participation and student involvement in conserving wildlife and protecting the reserve's thriving tiger population

Maratha reservation activist Manoj Jarange announced a fresh agitation from August 29, alleging delays in issuing Kunbi caste certificates based on Hyderabad Gazette records. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said pending cases were few and the government was ready for discussions

A 44-year-old fruit trader from Amberpet, Hyderabad, died by suicide after recording a selfie video accusing his wife and in-laws of financial and mental harassment.

The Supreme Court granted bail to two alleged Indian Mujahideen operatives held since 2014 in a Delhi terror case, observing that prolonged incarceration without a likely trial conclusion violated their right to liberty under Article 21 of the Constitution

The government informed Rajya Sabha that investigators found no abnormality in the fuel control switch locking mechanism of the Air India Boeing Dreamliner that crashed in Ahmedabad. The examination of the complete thrust control module is ongoing, with the final report awaited

Cockroach Janta Party founder Abhijeet Dipke urged the government to stop allegedly harassing students after the NEET protests, warning of a larger agitation if needed. He said students were the country's future and criticised the Centre over its handling of the issue.

The Rajya Sabha passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, making deliberate insult of Vande Mataram a punishable offence. The legislation was cleared after a heated debate, with Opposition members staging a walkout during the discussion

Nehru Zoological Park celebrated World Tiger Day with tiger adoption, keepers' talks, student competitions and a rally. SBI renewed its adoption of five tigers by donating Rs 15 lakh, while zoo officials highlighted the importance of tiger conservation and captive breeding efforts.

The Rajya Sabha has passed the Prevention of Insults to National Honour (Amendment) Bill, 2026, extending legal protection to the national song Vande Mataram. The law makes insulting or obstructing its rendition a punishable offence with up to three years’ imprisonment or fine.

The restored Khursheed Jah Devdi in Hyderabad's Old City is expected to open to the public early next year. QQSUDA has invited hospitality firms to manage the heritage palace, which could host cultural events, an art gallery, and a cafeteria while preserving its historic character.

Director Destin Daniel Cretton says Spider-Man's enduring appeal lies in his humanity and vulnerability, themes explored in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. The filmmaker also praised Tom Holland's performance and highlighted the film's practical action sequences ahead of its India release

The iconic Malakpet TV tower in Hyderabad, once central to Doordarshan’s analogue broadcasts, is being repurposed for digital mobile broadcasting. Trials are underway to deliver TV channels directly to smartphones without internet or subscription, with Doordarshan channels like DD Yadagiri, DD National, and DD Sports expected to lead the rollout.

Commercial flight operations will shift from Visakhapatnam Airport to the newly developed Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport at Bhogapuram from August 17, following a Civil Aviation Ministry notification. The new airport will initially handle 6 million passengers annually

Sachin Tendulkar paid a heartfelt tribute to his late coach Ramakant Achrekar on Guru Purnima, visiting his memorial at Shivaji Park and thanking the mentor who shaped both his cricketing career and character through years of dedicated guidance

Adani Enterprises reported its highest-ever quarterly EBITDA of Rs 5,642 crore in Q1 FY27, registering 49 per cent year-on-year growth. The company highlighted strong performance across airports, copper, solar modules and infrastructure platforms, along with new milestones in its expansion journey