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A 60-year-old SPO constable, Nagarjuna Reddy, collapsed due to a suspected heart attack while on duty at Chikkadpally Police Station in Hyderabad. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he passed away during treatment.
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The Tamil Nadu Forest Department has restricted access to Neelakurinji blooming sites in Gudalur after large crowds flocked to witness the rare 12-year flowering. Officials cited ecological sensitivity, elephant movement, and legal protection, warning against trespassing, flower plucking, and habitat disturbance
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Congress MP Manish Tewari has moved an adjournment motion in the Lok Sabha seeking urgent debate on the alleged use of pellet guns by Rapid Action Force personnel during the July 20 student march to Parliament over exam paper leaks. Over 80 people were injured, prompting a CRPF inquiry into whether operational protocols were violated.
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A man identified as Ravi Kumar has been arrested by Malkajgiri police in Hyderabad for allegedly luring a four-year-old girl with chocolates and sexually assaulting her. The child reported the incident to her mother, leading to the suspect’s arrest.
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YSRCP leaders and cadres staged statewide protests in Andhra Pradesh demanding Education Minister Nara Lokesh’s resignation and a CBI probe into alleged irregularities in the DSC‑2025 teacher recruitment.
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A 40-year-old woman, Swathi, died of electrocution while using an immersion water heater at her residence in Peerzadiguda, Medipally. She accidentally came into contact with water while the heater was switched on, resulting in instant death.
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India named Shubman Gill as captain for the upcoming two-Test series in Sri Lanka, starting August 15 in Galle. KL Rahul will serve as vice-captain, while fitness clearance is awaited for Sai Sudharsan and Jasprit Bumrah.
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The Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) claimed government representatives assured them that protesters will face no legal action, with notifications already issued in Bihar and Assam and fresh guarantees for Rajasthan. The party said further notifications from the Centre and BJP/NDA-ruled states would follow.
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Several Amarnath Yatra pilgrims were injured on Tuesday when their bus skidded off the road in Kangan, Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir. The bus crashed into a house at Hariganwan after the driver lost control on a curve. The damaged house prevented the vehicle from plunging into the Sindh river.
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Bihar Police Headquarters reported that 694 people, including many students and minors, were detained during statewide protests on July 25. While 339 were released after verification, 355 were produced before court for alleged violent acts. The clashes left 91 police personnel injured, including senior officers, and caused damage to government property.
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A former IPS officer and two individuals injured during the Cockroach Janata Party-led Sansad Chalo march have petitioned the Supreme Court seeking a ban on pellet guns used for crowd control. They allege that Rapid Action Force personnel fired pellets without provocation, violating their constitutional right to peaceful assembly.
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Actor Jr NTR has been advised six to eight weeks of complete rest after sustaining a shoulder injury, his team announced. Doctors recommended recovery time following medical evaluation, while the actor's team assured fans there was no cause for concern
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US President Donald Trump said the United States maintains a substantial lead over China in artificial intelligence as his administration investigates whether Chinese AI firms have benefited from unauthorised model distillation. He pledged to preserve America's technological advantage in AI and related sectors
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US President Donald Trump defended Turkey as a key American ally, saying Washington alone would decide defence exports, including any potential F-35 fighter jet sale to Ankara. Ahead of meeting Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump also reiterated his stance on Iran and Middle East security
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US President Donald Trump said Iran has sought direct talks with Washington following recent US military action. He expressed optimism about a possible deal, warned that military operations could resume if diplomacy failed, and defended America's military preparedness and defence production.
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India and China reaffirmed the importance of maintaining peace and tranquillity along the border as Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri met senior Chinese leaders in Beijing. The discussions focused on strengthening bilateral ties, expanding exchanges and advancing cooperation in trade, culture and people-to-people relations
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AISA president Neha Bora warned that the organisation would call a statewide Bihar Bandh on July 30 if detained students and protest leaders are not released by July 29. She also demanded an inquiry into the AK-47 firing incident during the protests.
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US President Donald Trump said his administration is rapidly rebuilding America's weapons stockpiles after military assistance to Ukraine. He maintained that the US remains militarily prepared, defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth and highlighted efforts to expand the country's defence manufacturing capacity.
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Canada dominated the artistic gymnastics apparatus finals at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, winning three of five gold medals through Felix Dolci, Jordan Carroll and Lia-Monica Fontaine. England and Australia secured the remaining titles, while Scotland celebrated a historic double podium in pommel horse
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AISA president Neha Bora warned that the organisation would call a statewide Bihar Bandh on July 30 if detained students and protest leaders are not released by July 29. She also demanded an inquiry into the AK-47 firing incident during the protests.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Skyroot Aerospace founders Pawan Chandana and Naga Bharath Daka after the successful Vikram-1 mission. The discussions covered the company's journey, India's private space ecosystem, future opportunities and the long-term vision for space technology.
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Golconda Gladiators defeated Secunderabad Stallions 62-58 in the youth girls’ category of the Hyderabad District Basketball Championship. Pavani starred with 37 points, while Birla Blazers also registered a victory over Charminar Chargers in the tournament at YMCA Secunderabad
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The Congress high command is learnt to have reviewed the functioning of the Telangana unit, discussing coordination issues, factionalism and dissent within the party. AICC leaders are expected to hold a coordination meeting with Telangana leaders in New Delhi on Wednesday.
