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Desilting work at Rangadhamuni Cheruvu, or IDL Lake, in Kukatpally is underway ahead of Ganesh idol immersion on September 25. HYDRAA has been tasked with removing more than 20 feet of accumulated silt, waste and PoP from the lake

The second day of Loyola Academy’s Eco-Futurism conference in Hyderabad brought together experts to discuss sustainable behaviour, food systems, traditional irrigation, eco-cinema and climate action. The event also featured student activities including poetry, photography, diplomacy simulation and poster making

The rupee fell 5 paise to settle at 95.57 against the US dollar, extending its losing streak to five sessions. Risk aversion, elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions weighed on sentiment, while suspected RBI intervention helped pare initial losses

QClairvoyance Quantum Labs has signed an MoU with IITM–C-DOT Samgnya Technologies Foundation to collaborate on Quantum Computing, Quantum Algorithms, Quantum AI, Post-Quantum Cybersecurity and next-generation computing, with a focus on research, technology development, validation and deployment

A Hyderabad couple was allegedly cheated of Rs 1.97 crore after investing Rs 2.67 crore in real estate on the advice of a relative. They alleged that properties were not registered in their names and that the accused threatened them

Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla urged people to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi with devotion while protecting the environment. He distributed eco-friendly clay Ganesha idols at Lok Bhavan and said their use during immersion would help minimise pollution of water bodies

World No. 1 Elena Rybakina will face two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka in the US Open final. Rybakina, seeking her maiden title in New York, said she will need maximum energy, a strong serve and composure in key moments

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in New Delhi to attend the 18th BRICS Summit. His visit comes amid efforts to strengthen India-Iran ties, with Tehran highlighting trade, economic cooperation and Chabahar Port as key areas of mutual interest

Nalla Narasimha Reddy Education Society’s Group of Institutions has announced that its Electronics and Communication Engineering department has secured NBA Tier-I accreditation for three years. The institution credited the department’s faculty, staff and students for the achievement

An ICMR-backed trial in 14 villages of Telangana’s Medchal-Malkajgiri district found that doorstep screening and treatment reduced anaemia prevalence among adolescent girls from 56 per cent to 40.7 per cent. The intervention also increased haemoglobin levels by 1.03 g/dL

After a prolonged dry spell, Telangana is likely to receive rainfall over the weekend, with the IMD forecasting heavy showers and gusty winds at isolated places. Hyderabad is also expected to see cloudy conditions, thunderstorms and moderate temperatures through the coming week

Several parts of Delhi-NCR received rain on Friday as the IMD issued a red alert for the national capital and forecast more showers, thunderstorms and lightning. Further rainfall is expected during the BRICS Leaders’ Summit scheduled for September 12 and 13

Elena Rybakina rallied from a set down to beat Coco Gauff 3-6, 6-4, 6-4 and reach the US Open final. She will face two-time defending champion Aryna Sabalenka, who extended her winning streak in New York to 20 matches

Former New Zealand pacer Trent Boult has backed KL Rahul to be among India’s key players in the upcoming Test series. Boult also expects cold conditions and green wickets, while praising New Zealand’s current bowling attack for its variety

Aryna Sabalenka admitted losing the World No. 1 ranking to Elena Rybakina felt “a bit weird” but said she could do little about it. Sabalenka will face Rybakina in the US Open final as she targets a historic three-peat

A substation operator sustained serious injuries after coming into contact with live wires while a team was resolving technical glitches at the 33/11 KV substation in Habsipur, Siddipet. He was shifted to a Hyderabad hospital and remains critical

Bank officers and employees from nine banks staged rallies across the erstwhile Karimnagar, Adilabad and Nizamabad districts on Friday, demanding implementation of a five-day workweek and extension of performance-linked incentives to all bank staff

Rashmika Mandanna has partnered with HYBE India auditions to help discover and develop young talent across India. The actress said she hopes aspiring artists, performers and role models, particularly young girls, will seize the opportunity and believe in their dreams

The 2026 Indian Racing Festival will begin with the F4 Indian Championship in Coimbatore on September 12-13. The season will feature six F4 rounds and four Indian Racing League rounds, culminating in a street-racing debut at Navi Mumbai in December

Ishan Kishan and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi shared playful DRS banter after East Zone’s Duleep Trophy triumph over South Zone. Kishan praised the teenager’s tactical acumen, team spirit and leadership potential, even hinting that Sooryavanshi could become a future captain

The Delhi High Court declined interim permission for wrestler Vinesh Phogat to compete in 2026 World Championships selection trials, saying eligibility rules must apply uniformly. It will examine the broader issue of balancing motherhood, maternity and sporting careers while considering policy validity

India will introduce fully digital, barrier-free highway tolling by February, combining FASTag with vehicle number-plate recognition, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari said. The system is expected to eliminate stoppages, improve vehicle tracking and increase annual toll revenues by Rs 10,000 crore

Five ISKP militants, including key commander Imran alias Abdullah, were killed in a CTD operation at Shamshatu refugee camp near Peshawar. Imran was wanted in 20 terrorism cases involving bomb blasts, target killings and other attacks across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

Several ASHA workers were detained near the Telangana Assembly on Friday while protesting for a fixed monthly salary of Rs 18,000, job security and PF and ESI benefits. Unions warned of intensifying their agitation if demands remain unresolved