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BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao praised Hyderabad entrepreneur Gaddam Shivaganesh, whose startup vision has earned international recognition. The founder secured a $100,000 grant, featured in Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia 2026 and plans a student-focused financial institution.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy alleged that BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao was behind efforts to delay Hyderabad Metro Phase II expansion. He claimed a Rs 13,600-crore loan was being blocked for political reasons despite all formalities being completed.

Players from Masters Badminton Academy won several medals at the Karimnagar District Badminton Championship-2026. The academy secured top finishes in multiple boys’ and girls’ categories, with Harshavardhan, Prasanna, Aadhya and Nandini among the standout performers.

Shilpa Shetty shared a mobility challenge workout on social media, encouraging fans to focus on balance, flexibility and body control. The actress also highlighted the fitness benefits of the routine while continuing to inspire followers with her wellness-focused lifestyle.

The Supreme Court sought responses from the Centre and Punjab government on a plea alleging failure to implement the RTE Act, including 25% quota for disadvantaged children in private schools. The petitioner claimed widespread non-compliance over the past 15 years

Adilabad police have busted an inter-state gang allegedly involved in smuggling spurious cotton seeds and arrested five persons. Authorities seized fake seeds, pesticides, packing equipment and a car worth about ₹20 lakh. Four other accused remain absconding as investigations continue.

As the FIFA World Cup captivates football fans worldwide, several video games offer immersive ways to experience the sport. From eFootball and Dream League Soccer 26 to Goals and FC 26, these titles deliver realistic gameplay, online competition and World Cup-inspired action.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the government will introduce additional measures to attract foreign capital, noting bond market reforms are only the beginning. She highlighted RBI steps, global uncertainties, and India’s need to strengthen foreign exchange reserves amid rising external risks

Ongoing underground drainage works at Gandi Maisamma junction have caused severe traffic congestion for months, delaying thousands of commuters. Narrowed roads, rainwater stagnation and heavy vehicle movement have worsened conditions, though authorities say restoration work will soon be completed.

India and Slovakia upgraded relations to a comprehensive partnership after talks between PM Narendra Modi and Robert Fico in Bratislava. Both sides pledged stronger trade and defence cooperation and committed to advancing the India–EU free trade agreement for early implementation

Indian benchmark indices ended nearly 1 per cent higher on Monday as a US-Iran peace agreement boosted investor sentiment and risk appetite. Realty, auto and consumer durable stocks led gains, while easing concerns over crude oil prices supported market optimism.

Mumbai Crime Branch suspects alleged drug trafficker Salim Dola is misleading investigators during questioning. Agencies are probing his purported international narcotics network, overseas assets worth nearly Rs 100 crore, alleged underworld links, and financial transactions connected to drug trafficking operations

Vehicle registration services at RTOs were disrupted on Monday due to recurring technical issues in the upgraded Vahan software. Slow response times and intermittent outages caused long queues, delayed registrations, and increased waiting times, prompting public frustration and calls for swift resolution.

The Labour Welfare Organisation has invited applications for educational scholarships for children of Beedi workers, mine workers and cine workers in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Eligible students from Class I to professional degree courses can apply online through the National Scholarship Portal.

Amad Diallo scored a dramatic 90th-minute winner as Ivory Coast defeated Ecuador 1-0 in a FIFA World Cup 2026 Group E clash. Ecuador hit the woodwork twice before the Manchester United winger's late strike secured a valuable victory for the Africans.

Sumit Roy, executive assistant to Trinamool Congress leader Abhishek Banerjee, approached the Calcutta High Court seeking anticipatory bail after a West Midnapore court issued an arrest warrant against him in an alleged land-grabbing case. Police are continuing efforts to trace him

Golconda Police have arrested four persons for the murder of social media influencer Masood Chandi in Hyderabad. Investigators said a dispute over his love marriage led to the attack. The accused allegedly assaulted him with weapons before fleeing the scene.

The Enforcement Directorate arrested former Reliance Anil Ambani Group executives Sateesh Seth and Gautam Doshi in separate money laundering cases linked to Reliance Infrastructure and Reliance Communications. Both have been remanded to ED custody as investigations into alleged fund siphoning continue

Former MasterChef Australia judge George Calombaris has sparked debate online after sharing his own version of dal makhani. While some viewers criticised its departure from the traditional Punjabi recipe, others praised the chef's willingness to experiment with Indian cuisine.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable dual-mode optical sensing device that detects pesticide residues in food and water. The low-cost system offers rapid on-site testing and could help farmers, inspectors and consumers make informed safety decisions.

KVB Reddy, Managing Director and CEO of L&T Metro Rail (Hyderabad) Limited, has been named among India’s Top 50 Great People Managers 2026 by the Great Manager Institute. The recognition highlights his people-centric leadership and contribution to organisational excellence.

Researchers at BITS Pilani Hyderabad have developed PestiSafe, a portable pesticide detection device that rapidly tests food and water samples without laboratory equipment. Costing about Rs 7,000, the platform combines dual optical sensing technologies and smartphone connectivity for accurate field-based monitoring.

Kerala's Priyadarshini scheme offering free travel in ordinary KSRTC buses for women and transgender persons commenced on Monday. Beneficiaries hailed the initiative for reducing commuting costs, while opposition parties and transport workers raised concerns over implementation and financial sustainability

A new study warns that India's healthcare system is failing to identify pesticide-related illnesses in farming communities. Gaps in medical education, limited toxicology training, and inadequate patient questioning mean chronic diseases linked to pesticide exposure often go undiagnosed and unreported.