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With the Defence Forces of Pakistan Act, 2026 taking effect, along with amendments to the National Command Authority Act, 2010, Pakistan is now virtually moving towards military dictatorship

Southern Railway clinched the 61st All India Railway Ball Badminton Championship, defeating South Coast Railway 2-0 in the final at Visakhapatnam. Integral Coach Factory, Chennai, secured third place, while Kalai Selvan and Rajesh of Southern Railway were recognised as standout performers.

The Badminton Association of India announced that the 2028 India Open will be held in Guwahati instead of New Delhi. The decision was taken as the tournament dates coincide with Republic Day security arrangements in the capital.

Peoples Conference chairman Sajad Lone has written an open letter to Congress leader Rahul Gandhi, praising his intervention in securing an FIR for a pellet injury in Delhi but questioning why similar concern was never shown for thousands of Kashmiri victims of pellet firing.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao on Sunday warned that the party would stall the Assembly and lay siege to the Secretariat if the government failed to withdraw genuine private properties from the 22A prohibited list.

Autorickshaw unions in Hyderabad have withdrawn their indefinite strike after the State Government agreed to revise fares, which have remained unchanged since 2012. Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar announced plans for an aggregator app, mandatory yellow plates for bike taxis, and financial assistance for converting old autos into electric vehicles.

Not just the promises, but failures of this government in the first 100 days and thereafter, should be taken to the people on a large scale. The Revanth Reddy government has turned out to be an utter flop show after 1,000 days — KT Rama Rao

HYDRAA demolished a second unauthorised seven‑storeyed building at Anjaiah Nagar, Gachibowli, late Sunday night. Officials said the structure was severely damaged and posed a collapse risk after another illegal building had earlier fallen on it.

Hyderabad Cyber Crime police arrested a 30-year-old software employee from Kachiguda for allegedly creating a fake Instagram account and posting abusive, defamatory and sexually explicit comments against a woman.

A return to statehood in J&K can restore the balance between elected government and LG, strengthening governance

Chhattisgarh Forest Minister Kedar Kashyap narrowly escaped injury after an SUV collided with his vehicle and rammed into his escort car in Bastar district. Six people, including his personal assistant and police personnel, were injured.

Anjaiah Nagar in Hyderabad’s Gachibowli, once a quiet residential pocket, was jolted after an illegally constructed seven-storey apartment collapsed, killing two migrant workers.

Two teachers and a 15-year-old student drowned while bathing in a pool at the base of a waterfall near Ratlam, Madhya Pradesh, during a school picnic. Three other students were rescued and hospitalised.

Blood donation camps are being organised across Hyderabad and Vikarabad as part of Milad-un-Nabi preparations, with organisers urging people to donate for patients requiring regular transfusions.

Taapsee Pannu responded with a cryptic “Hence proved” post after Kangana Ranaut accused her of questioning her upbringing and called her a “sasti copy”. The exchange has revived their old feud that began in 2019.

Former India football captain Shabbir Ali was honoured with the Well Care India Social Welfare Foundation national excellence award in Hyderabad. He thanked the organisation for recognising his contribution to Telangana and Indian football and reaffirmed his commitment to the sport

BRS leader and former TNGO president G Devi Prasad has extended support to employees protesting against the Employees’ Health Scheme (EHS), raising questions over its implementation and lack of cashless medical services.

The collapse of an illegal seven-storeyed building in Gachibowli that killed two workers triggered evacuations of neighbouring structures, debris clearance and criticism of civic authorities. Residents and RWAs questioned how such construction was allowed despite alleged lapses in monitoring

Forest Minister Konda Surekha faces mounting pressure within the Congress after her daughter’s remarks against Chief Minister Revanth Reddy triggered unrest in the party. While several MLAs demand stern action, BC organisations have warned of consequences if she is removed.

The Andhra Pradesh government has taken up Rs 120-crore road projects spanning 205 km to improve connectivity to over 100 pilgrimage sites. The initiative, led by the Panchayat Raj Department, includes access roads to temples, schools, hospitals and agricultural fields

The Indian junior men’s hockey team has departed for Dalian, China, for a preparatory camp ahead of the Junior Asia Cup 2026. India will train and play three practice matches against China before travelling to Moqi for the continental tournament

The ICMR has said no new H1N1 strain has been identified amid rising swine flu cases in Delhi and elsewhere. It said circulating strains match recommended vaccine strains and urged vigilance, particularly for vulnerable groups at greater risk of complications

Illegal hostels and paying guest (PG) accommodations have rapidly increased across Gachibowli, many without permissions or oversight. The collapse of a seven‑storeyed unauthorised building has highlighted civic negligence, prompting the RWAs to lodge formal complaints with evidence.

BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul praised India for successfully hosting the World Badminton Championship in Delhi, highlighting the efforts of the government, organisers, volunteers, officials, sponsors and fans. She also lauded the facilities and the warm reception given to players