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Police rescued 15 calves and arrested two persons during a vehicle check at Yamnampet in Ghatkesar. The animals were allegedly being transported illegally from Tuni cattle market to Hyderabad. The calves and vehicle were seized, and an investigation is underway.

India has named a 60-member wrestling squad for the 2026 Asian Under-15 and Under-20 Championships in Thailand. The contingent will compete in freestyle, Greco-Roman, and women’s events from June 27 to July 5, aiming for strong medal performances

The death toll from the ammonia gas leak at a seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu's Tiruvallur has risen to 11. A high-level probe found critical safety failures, including a non-functional emergency alarm system, inadequate worker training and poor dormitory conditions

The Indian U-21 men’s hockey team will tour Belgium for six matches against Austria, Belgium, Germany, and the Netherlands from July 7–17, 2026. The exposure tour under coach Frederic Soyez aims to prepare the squad for the Junior Asia Cup

The ACB conducted fresh searches in a disproportionate assets case involving suspended Shamirpet Tahsildar T Sucharitha, already in custody for an alleged bribery case. Officials are examining her properties, bank accounts and investments as part of the ongoing investigation.

Hyderabad Cricket Association’s Sreenidhi University TG20 has appointed music composer Thaman as its official Music Icon. The league aims to enhance its entertainment experience through celebrity associations, including Vijay Deverakonda as brand ambassador, blending cricket with music and fan engagement events

The Durand Cup will return for its 135th edition in 2026, featuring 24 teams including two foreign sides across five Indian cities. The historic football tournament continues its legacy as Asia’s oldest competition and a key platform for emerging talent

Sports Village Europa, Barcelona, and Silver Stone Sports Academy, Hyderabad, signed an MoU to promote tennis talent development. The partnership aims to provide international training, European coaching exposure, and competitive opportunities for young athletes to enhance global sporting performance standards

The Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad has reported a surge in animal births, with more than 50 newborns in recent months, including six lion cubs. The rise in numbers across species such as jackals, blackbuck, hog deer and Bengal tigers highlights the success of conservation breeding programmes at the zoo.

Alwal Police arrested three persons for allegedly duping nearly 100 families by issuing fake double-bedroom housing allotment certificates. The accused collected money promising government houses, while police seized fake documents and said the main accused remains absconding.

Congress leader Jairam Ramesh ruled out boycotting the 2029 Lok Sabha elections, alleging that the Election Commission favours the ruling side. Using a cricket analogy, he said the opposition must continue fighting elections, raising public issues and challenging institutions when necessary

India on Thursday disbursed the fifth tranche of ₹250 crore to Bhutan under its Economic Stimulus Programme, taking total support to ₹1,250 crore. The funding is aimed at boosting Bhutan's post-pandemic recovery, employment generation and key development sectors

The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has begun in Hyderabad district and will continue until July 24. Booth Level Officers will make three household visits, while voters can verify records, update addresses, submit forms online, and seek assistance through helplines.

The Khairatabad Ganesh Utsav Committee has unveiled the theme for the city's iconic 69-foot Ganesh idol as Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapati. Construction commenced with Karra Puja, and over 100 workers will craft the eco-friendly idol ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi.

Cybercrime experts have raised alarm over the growing misuse of AI-driven deepfake technology by fraudsters to impersonate company executives and trick employees into authorising payments or sharing sensitive data. Finance, HR and procurement teams are increasingly being targeted in ‘Boss Scam’ cases.

The Chief Ministers of Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana agreed to work towards a permanent solution to interstate water-sharing issues during the inauguration of Tungabhadra Dam's new spillway gates. The states also backed desilting efforts and greater cooperation to safeguard farmers' interests

The Telangana School Education Department announced the SSC Advanced Supplementary Examination 2026 results, with 82.61 per cent of candidates clearing the test and the overall Class X pass rate reaching 98.75 per cent.

Fresh questions have emerged in the SCCL coal discrepancy controversy, with overburden removal data indicating possible inconsistencies in production figures. Sources and experts have called for an independent audit of coal production, stock and mine-wise overburden removal records.

Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay has urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to halt the proposed disinvestment of up to 3 per cent stake in NLC India Ltd, describing the PSU as a strategic national asset vital to Tamil Nadu's economy, energy security and industrial development

Ujjain police have booked four persons after a viral video showed a Tata Magic vehicle being lifted by a crane and blown apart during a Muharram procession in Badnagar. Authorities said the act, carried out without permission, involved festival-style rockets that created an explosion-like effect.

The BRS has accused the Congress government of paving the way for political interference in Anganwadi recruitments through new guidelines. The party demanded the withdrawal of GO No. 37 and sought changes to ensure a transparent and merit-based recruitment process.

A major accident was averted in Adilabad after a TGSRTC driver noticed smoke emanating from the engine of a bus and immediately stopped the vehicle near Dongargaon village. All 20 passengers disembarked safely and no injuries were reported.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of deliberately weakening the fee reimbursement scheme through GO Ms No. 9, alleging it was aimed at concealing the State’s financial crisis rather than safeguarding students.

Former IAS officer Sujata Rout Karthikeyan, wife of VK Pandian, formally joined the Biju Janata Dal on Thursday. Welcoming her as a primary member, Naveen Patnaik dismissed leadership succession speculation and reaffirmed that he would lead the party in future elections