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Andhra Kabaddi Association General Secretary Srikanth Yalamanchili has been nominated by the Amateur Kabaddi Federation of India as a Technical Official for the 20th Asian Games in Japan. Several Andhra Pradesh leaders and association office-bearers congratulated him

A controversy erupted during Rajasthan’s civic elections after a polling staff member allegedly touched former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s feet at a Jodhpur voting booth. The BJP questioned the staffer’s neutrality and sought action, leaving authorities to determine any election-rule violation

Iran has called for an end to Saudi Arabia’s blockade of Yemen and urged immediate talks as Houthi rebels intensify threats near the Bab el-Mandeb Strait. Escalating attacks risk disrupting global shipping, raising oil prices and reigniting Yemen’s civil war 

BRS working president K T Rama Rao accused the Revanth Reddy government of misusing Section 22(A) to facilitate land grabbing and alleged a parallel revenue network. He demanded answers over private lands on the prohibited list and vowed to fight affected landowners

Actress Samyuktha has joined the cast of #RAPO23, marking Telugu star Ram Pothineni’s directorial debut. The psychological action thriller, set in a neo-noir world, is being filmed in Pondicherry and features elaborate action sequences, lavish sets and cinematography by Thirru

The Supreme Court has sought clarifications from FSSAI on proposed front-of-package labels for foods high in fat, sugar and salt. The court also asked the Centre about nutritional literacy in schools and directed FSSAI to provide a scientifically justified implementation timeline

The Odisha government has sought CZA permission to retain five rescued orangutan cubs at Nandankanan Zoological Park. The cubs, rescued from Balasore, are under quarantine and receiving care, while authorities investigate how they reached Odisha and possible international wildlife trafficking links

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar urged BRICS nations to build resilient supply chains, predictable business environments and diversified trade ties to withstand global shocks. Addressing the BRICS Business Forum, he highlighted trade facilitation, technology, startups, digital infrastructure and innovation as priorities

Vantara said it will comply with the High-Powered Committee’s order allowing elephant Madhuri to return to Kolhapur, while stressing her chronic health conditions require continued veterinary care. Vantara will support her transition and conduct fortnightly medical examinations after her return

“Mirzapur: The Movie”, starring Ali Fazal, Divyenndu and Pankaj Tripathi, has crossed Rs 170 crore at the domestic box office. Released on September 4, the film marks the first big-screen outing for the popular “Mirzapur” streaming universe

Police detained several BRSV leaders and students on Friday after they attempted to march towards the Telangana Assembly over pending scholarships and GO No. 97. BRSV leader Prashant Goud demanded Rs 12,000 crore in scholarships and threatened intensified protests

India has crossed 80 lakh HPV vaccinations under its nationwide campaign for 14-year-old girls, marking progress in preventing cervical cancer. The free, voluntary single-dose Gardasil-4 vaccine is available at government health facilities, with parental consent and safety monitoring measures

NIMS has released hall tickets for the September 20 written examination for contract positions at TIMS, Sanathnagar. Eligible candidates can download them online using their registered phone number and date of birth or collect physical copies from NIMS

  BSP chief Mayawati criticised the SP, Congress and other opposition parties for using blue symbols while allegedly retaining casteist and narrow-minded attitudes. She accused them of political opportunism, defended the BSP as the genuine Ambedkarite party and questioned Congress’s political prospects 

Flooding in Bihar’s Bhagalpur district has worsened after breaches in two embankments caused by Kosi River pressure and heavy rain. Nearly 28,000 people are in relief camps, while thousands of schools remain inundated as authorities monitor rising risks and provide financial assistance 

South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun and Iranian counterpart Seyyed Abbas Araghchi discussed Middle East tensions and Strait of Hormuz security during phone talks. Seoul stressed freedom of navigation and protection of its nationals, while both sides agreed to maintain communication

Security was tightened around the Telangana Legislative Assembly on Friday following inputs that student groups planned to protest over pending fee reimbursements and scholarships. Police were deployed at key locations, while additional teams monitored student leaders and movement near the Assembly

The International Criminal Court faces growing pressure as Venezuela and Chad join three other countries in announcing withdrawals. The departures come amid US sanctions and calls to abandon the tribunal, while some governments accuse it of selective justice and neocolonialism

A four-to-six-week-old elephant calf trapped in a muddy trench at a tea estate near Kaziranga National Park has been rescued and shifted to the Centre for Wildlife Rehabilitation and Conservation. The dehydrated calf is receiving specialised treatment and round-the-clock care

The US has proposed scrapping the 60-day grace period for certain foreign workers, including H-1B visa holders, who lose their jobs. The move could particularly affect Indian technology workers, forcing those without separate authorisation to leave the country immediately

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday remembered Swami Vivekananda’s historic 1893 Chicago address at the World’s Parliament of Religions, saying his inspiring words continue to resonate globally. Vivekananda’s speech introduced Hinduism to Western audiences and highlighted India’s civilisational ethos and humanitarian ideals

Kerala’s controversial PM SHRI scheme has resurfaced after the Centre sought clarity on implementation for a second time. The state government will consult Chief Minister VD Satheesan and the UDF, while weighing educational funding concerns against its earlier opposition

Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, accused mastermind of the September 11 attacks, remains detained at Guantanamo Bay two decades after his capture. A military trial is scheduled for 2028, but torture-tainted evidence, legal disputes and procedural delays raise doubts over whether it will occur

Actress Sayani Gupta has wrapped shooting for her maiden US feature film, ‘Arya’, directed by Neil Tuli. The film stars Hollywood actors Ross Butler and Marc Evan Jackson and follows an Indian piano teacher navigating career ambitions, insecurities and challenges in Minnesota