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Telangana NRI devotees conducted the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Kalyanotsavam in Oman, marking the first Gulf celebration of Vemulawada Rajanna’s celestial wedding. The event at Sri Krishna Mandir, Muscat, was attended by Indian Ambassador G V Srinivas.

A 37-year-old man, Srinivasulu, drowned at Osmansagar Lake in Gandipet on Saturday evening while bathing. Search efforts by police were initially unsuccessful, and his body was recovered the following day with help from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF).

Telangana employees have criticised the Congress government’s ‘Red Carpet’ policy after Andhra officers, including APGENCO’s JV Durga Rao, were deputed to Telangana SPDCL. TGEPAC warns the move could block local promotions and undermine statehood achievements.

A 19-year-old SSC student, Raghuveer Ray, was allegedly beaten to death by three friends in Banjara Hills on Saturday night. He was found unconscious at Hanging Gardens and later pronounced dead at the hospital. Police have registered a case.

During CM Revanth Reddy’s programme in Siddipet, factional rivalry within the Congress became evident as flexi banners by DCC President Anksha Reddy and Pujala Harikrishna omitted each other’s images, exposing long-standing tensions between the groups.

Seat-sharing talks in the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam-led alliance hit a deadlock as Communist Party of India-Marxist insisted on six seats for the 2026 polls. M K Stalin urged reconsideration amid pressure from new allies

Actor Kalki Koechlin said working on horror series Anarth challenged her emotionally and physically. Following Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery, she highlighted the demanding nature of portraying intense, unsettling characters over extended shoots

During the Narmetta Oil Palm factory inauguration, BRS cadres performed palabhishekam on portraits of former CM K Chandrashekhar Rao and Harish Rao, crediting KLIP and reservoir projects for enabling water-intensive crop cultivation in Siddipet.

Ancient cultures, including those of Zeus and Jupiter, viewed lightning as divine power, though thinkers like Seneca sought natural explanations. Modern science now explains lightning, though its awe-inspiring impact still endures

Director Tamizh’s action entertainer ‘Marshal’, starring Karthi and Kalyani Priyadarshan, is set in 1965 and is likely to release for Deepavali 2026. The lavish production features an ensemble cast, music by Sai Abhyankkar, and Dream Warrior Pictures’ backing.

The Delhi High Court quashed a 2018 FIR against an ice cream vendor accused of voyeurism and stalking after a settlement with the complainant. The court noted continuing proceedings was futile and appreciated his gesture to serve police personnel

BSF personnel discovered a country-made gun factory in Kandhamal district, Odisha, allegedly operated by Maoists. Finished guns, barrels, and other components were seized, while combing operations continue to apprehend hardcore Maoists of the KKBN group before month-end.

Two electricians died after a slab collapsed at Methodist Colony, Begumpet. Apartment owner Dwikar Prasad, who hired them for electrical work, was injured. Police have registered a case. The bodies were moved to Gandhi Hospital mortuary for postmortem examination.

Narendra Modi became India’s longest-serving head of government, completing 8,931 days in office, surpassing Pawan Kumar Chamling. BJP Chief Ministers praised his leadership, highlighting development, governance, and sustained public trust over decades

INS Trikand concluded a port call in Seychelles after participating in Exercise Lamitiye 2026, enhancing joint operations and maritime cooperation. The visit reinforced India’s regional security role and strengthened defence ties with Seychelles forces

C Balaraju lost Rs 12 lakh in a cyber fraud after clicking a malicious APK link posing as an RTA challan. Andhra Pradesh Police registered a case and launched a probe into suspected organised gang involvement

Cryptic social media posts by TPCC Working President T. Jagga Reddy have sparked speculation within Telangana Congress over whether he is pressuring the leadership for a second term for his wife Nirmala at TGIIC, with developments closely watched ahead of July 30.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education has defaulted on Rs 2.70 crore rent for over a decade while occupying JNAFAU’s Nagarjuna block. The university seeks eviction citing space constraints, while TGCHE requests transfer of the building amid ongoing legal disputes.

A woman died and six others were injured after a ropeway trolley crashed at Khallari Mata Temple in Mahasamund. The accident occurred when the cable snapped during Navratri, prompting an investigation ordered by Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai

Two US tourists were booked for illegally flying a drone near Coast Guard Headquarters in Fort Kochi, a restricted zone. Police seized equipment and released them on notice under laws governing drone use and aviation safety violations

Virat Kohli laughs off reports claiming he requested chartered flights during IPL 2026. He shared a humorous Instagram story to refute the claims and delivered a motivational talk to RCB players in the first training session, emphasising focus and urgency from day one.

Union minister G Kishan Reddy will launch the seventh tranche of critical mineral block auctions to boost India’s resource security. The move targets key minerals for clean energy, with reforms aimed at improving transparency and easing bidder participation

Actor Parineeti Chopra revealed she has a “crush” on her co-star, husband Raghav Chadha, sharing a playful Instagram post. The couple, married in 2023, previously appeared together publicly and often express admiration for each other

Militants of ULFA(I) attacked an Assam Police commando camp in Tinsukia, injuring four personnel. The pre-election strike involved RPG shells, with attackers fleeing towards Arunachal Pradesh after a brief gunfight