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Doctors at KIMS Cuddles, Kondapur, successfully treated a 28-day-old infant with severe airway narrowing caused by Grade 2 subglottic stenosis. An endoscopic balloon dilatation procedure opened the airway, enabling the baby to breathe normally without requiring a tracheostomy

Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand reflected on their stunning comeback win over world No. 4 Chinese pair Jia Yifan and Zhang Shuxian, which secured India’s first women’s doubles medal at the BWF Worlds since 2011 and a semifinal spot

Adilabad police arrested five Bihar-based men for allegedly duping a Telangana resident of Rs 3.78 lakh by promising an NFPL franchise through a fake website. Police said the gang was involved in 500 crimes nationwide and 90 cases in Telangana.

Hyderabad’s CSIR-CCMB researchers have uncovered a biological circuit that enables Cryptococcus neoformans to form giant Titan cells and evade immunity. The discovery links fungal metabolism, calcium signalling and calcineurin activation, potentially opening new approaches to combating cryptococcal disease

Bring A Smile Foundation will conduct a collection drive across seven Hyderabad locations on August 22, inviting residents to donate reusable clothes, books, toys, utensils, footwear and household items for distribution among underprivileged communities.

Jindal Steel and IIT Hyderabad have signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence for high-strength, value-added and value-engineered steel products. The centre will focus on application development, technical demonstrations, training and adoption across key industrial sectors.

IndiGo’s website faced another technical disruption on Friday, with passengers reporting failed bookings, web check-in problems and payment confirmation issues. The airline said its core reservation platform was experiencing intermittent problems, marking the second such disruption reported this week

Rajasthan Education Minister Madan Dilawar accused the CJP and Congress of trying to disrupt the state’s education progress following clashes over a Jaipur school inspection. The CJP has demanded arrests and Dilawar’s resignation, threatening a major agitation across Rajasthan

Actress Harshita Gaur recalled Telugu superstar Allu Arjun’s unexpected praise for Mirzapur, saying she was pleasantly surprised by his reaction. The actress also discussed Dimpy’s impact on her career and her growth ahead of Mirzapur: The Movie

Errors in Telangana’s Section 22A prohibited-properties list are affecting home loans and property-backed lending, with banks keeping many applications on hold. Private property owners are also unable to sell or mortgage assets, as authorities struggle to resolve widespread erroneous property tagging.

India has emerged as the top data centre market in the Asia-Pacific region outside China, with live IT capacity quadrupling to 1.7 GW in six years. BloombergNEF expects electricity demand from data centres to rise eightfold by 2035.

India’s men’s and women’s hockey teams begin their second-stage campaigns at the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 against reigning Olympic champions Netherlands. Both sides will look to make strong starts as they pursue qualification for the semi-finals.

The India-EU Free Trade Agreement will create new opportunities for businesses and strengthen commercial ties, Finland trade counsellor Antti Herlevi said. He also highlighted potential India-Finland collaboration in circular economy models, sustainable production and resource conservation

Pulse Pharmaceuticals has received DCGI approval for its Aqueol nanocarrier technology for Vitamin D3 delivery. The Hyderabad-based company says clinical studies showed 50-60 per cent higher serum vitamin D levels compared with conventional formulations.

Two-time Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra will compete at the Lausanne Diamond League on Friday, taking on Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage in a star-studded javelin field. Chopra needs a strong finish to boost his chances of reaching the final.

Sri Lanka have added Sahan Arachchige and Kamil Mishara to their 14-member squad for the second Test against India in Colombo. Dinesh Chandimal, Pasindu Sooriyabandara, Nishan Madushka and two others have been left out.

Marriott Executive Apartments Hyderabad will host an Onam Sadhya at Mazzo and Altair this August. Curated by head chef Suresh Rajan Pillai, the traditional Kerala feast will feature curries, vegetable dishes, accompaniments, pickles and payasams.

Hyderabad is experiencing sultry weather as high morning humidity gives way to sharp afternoon declines amid temperatures of 32-33°C. The IMD expects similar conditions through August 27, with partly cloudy skies and chances of light rain and thundershowers.

Prince Harry and Meghan are reportedly planning to return to Britain with their children, sparking speculation over their residence, security and relationship with the royal family. Their move could offer a chance for reconciliation with King Charles and Prince William

Kajal Dhochak won the 76kg gold medal at the 2026 Under-20 Wrestling World Championships in Slovakia, leading India’s medal charge. Tanu Sharma and Savita secured silver medals in the 72kg and 62kg categories respectively.

A CJP team faced a scuffle and alleged stone-pelting while visiting a government school in Jaipur district as part of its School Thik Karo campaign. The group alleged attacks by BJP workers, while villagers claimed the school could be repaired

Hyderabad-based Lil Star is offering baby snacks made with familiar ingredients in playful formats. Founded by former toddler teacher Namrata Singhania, the brand focuses on transparent labels and simpler ingredients, with products designed around children’s developmental readiness.

Advance bookings have opened for Yash-starrer ‘Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups’, directed by Geetu Mohandas. The makers unveiled a special video featuring the ensemble cast, building anticipation for the pan-Indian film, which is scheduled for worldwide theatrical release on August 26

Animated film Mahaprabhu Jagannath will release across India on August 28 on Raksha Bandhan and Balaram Jayanti. Produced by ELE Animations, the film explores the world of Lord Jagannath and marks the studio’s first theatrical feature from its Sanatan Universe