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P Shanmukha of IQ Chess Academy, Hyderabad, won the Open Rapid Prize Money chess tournament at A2H Chess Academy, Kukatpally. He scored 5.5 points from six rounds, defeating Nithik Reddy in the final round to claim the title

The United Khammam District Archery Association conducted selection trials at Kinnerasan Model Sports School for under-10, 13, and 15-year-olds. A total of 110 players were selected to participate in the upcoming Championship at Delhi Public School (Patancheru)

Iran’s envoy to the IAEA alleged that US and Israeli airstrikes targeted the Natanz enrichment facility, contradicting IAEA chief Rafael Grossi, who said there was no indication nuclear installations had been hit. Tehran also criticised Washington at the Board meeting

The AIFF has invited bids for commercial rights of men’s and women’s club competitions, including the Indian Super League, for a minimum of 15 years starting in 2026-27. The move aims to bring long-term stability to Indian football

The Pakistan Cricket Board is considering financial penalties on players after their early exit from the T20 World Cup. Officials said reports of salary cuts were incorrect, but disciplinary action is under review following losses in the Super Eight stage

Brazilian President Lula da Silva’s visit to New Delhi underscored a strong commitment by two of the largest democracies in the Global South to strengthen bilateral trade, critical minerals cooperation, and long-term strategic ties beyond symbolic diplomacy

D Gukesh suffered another setback at the Prague International Chess Festival after a late blunder handed Nodirbek Abdusattorov victory. Despite dominating much of the game, the Indian faltered in time trouble, slipping further down the standings

The conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States intensified dramatically as missile and drone strikes spread across West Asia. Iran and allied groups targeted Israel, Gulf states and US military sites, while US-Israeli forces launched heavy airstrikes inside Iran

Kishor’s failure shows the limits of treating elections as a technical task rather than a political practice

Iran’s leaders are preparing to choose a new supreme leader after the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. A provisional council is guiding the country, while several clerics and political figures have emerged as top contenders for the powerful post

A political row has erupted between the Telangana and Kerala governments over the demolition of Bhoodan houses at Velugumatla in Khammam. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy dismissed Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s remarks as political propaganda

A case of negligence was reported at the Government General Hospital in Jadcherla after stray dogs nibbled a body kept in the postmortem room. Family members of the deceased alleged lack of basic facilities and demanded action against the responsible staff

The Nagarkurnool District Collector has submitted a detailed report on the Kummera village incident to the BC Commission. Three accused have been arrested, while others are absconding. The report also mentions compensation and welfare measures for the victim’s family

Cardinal Poola Anthony called for peace and unity while addressing devotees at the Karunagiri shrine in Khammam. He urged people to follow the path of harmony and tolerance. MP R Raghuram Reddy assured support for Dalit Christians

CPI ML Mass Line leaders demanded immediate construction of Indiramma houses for families displaced from Bhoodan land at Velugumatla in Khammam. They criticised the demolition of houses and sought action against encroachers. The NCST has taken cognizance of the incident

Members of the Telangana Non-Gazetted Officers Association in Mancherial felicitated Additional Collector P Chandraiah and RDO G Srinivas Rao on their promotions. The association discussed employee issues and received assurance of support from the officers

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy claimed he had persuaded Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to consider becoming the party’s prime ministerial candidate. The appeal, made at a party programme in Vikarabad, surprised many due to the absence of imminent elections

BRS leaders in Khammam have demanded a white paper on Velugumatla Bhoodan lands, alleging irregularities in land records and illegal conversions. They accused officials and politicians of collusion and sought clarity on whether recovered land would be returned to the poor

A Mancherial district court granted bail to BRS leader Balka Suman and three others accused of attacking Labour Minister G Vivek’s convoy and injuring a constable. The court imposed financial and reporting conditions

Nearly 200 habitations in Kumram Bheem Asifabad and Adilabad districts may face a drinking water crisis this summer. Officials have identified vulnerable villages and directed departments to take preventive steps, use alternative sources, and arrange tankers if required

The Karimnagar unit of the Progressive Recognised Teachers’ Union has urged the Union government to arrange special flights to bring back teachers stranded in Dubai and other Gulf countries due to flight cancellations. The union submitted a representation to Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar

Police in Mancherial arrested a tiffin centre owner for allegedly cheating 62 people of Rs 1.58 crore by promising high returns from water plant and sand mining businesses. His brother is absconding, and efforts are on to trace him

Greater flamingos have returned to Singur reservoir in Sangareddy after nearly four years, following a drop in water levels due to repair works. Bird watchers welcomed the development and expressed hope for more migratory birds during summer

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu reviewed the situation of Telugus stranded in Gulf countries due to the Middle East conflict and directed officials to coordinate with the Centre and embassies. A 24/7 helpline has been set up for assistance