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A student leader protesting alleged irregularities in JPSC and JSSC recruitment exams was shifted to ICU after his health deteriorated during an indefinite hunger strike in Ranchi. Opposition leaders visited the hospital and demanded a sensitive approach towards student concerns

A protocol dispute disrupted a Bonalu cheque distribution programme in Secunderabad after Congress leaders began distributing cheques before MLA T Padma Rao Goud arrived. Heated arguments and slogan shouting between BRS and Congress workers ended after police intervened and both leaders distributed the cheques together.

The Telangana High Court issued contempt notices to five senior IAS and IPS officers for failing to submit a detailed enquiry report on alleged illegal constructions in and around Salkam Cheruvu, despite earlier court directions. The case was filed by activist Vijay Gopal, and the matter has been adjourned to August 11.

The Calcutta High Court on Friday dismissed TMC MLA Kunal Ghosh's plea seeking permission to participate in West Bengal Assembly debates, holding that grievances over speaking opportunities must be resolved within the House. The court cited Article 212, which bars judicial interference in legislative proceedings

The Telangana School Education Department has directed all private unaided schools to submit and publicly display their class-wise fee structure for 2026-27. Officials have also been asked to issue show-cause notices to schools that fail to comply with the instructions.

BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank accused the Congress government of failing to distribute thousands of Indiramma sarees stored in a Cantonment Workshop godown for months, alleging wastage of public money and demanding immediate distribution.

Groundwater nitrate contamination above the permissible limit has been detected in parts of 502 districts across 26 states and UTs, with 20.71 per cent of tested samples exceeding limits, the government told Parliament. Excessive nitrogen fertiliser use contributes significantly to contamination

CJP convener Abhijeet Dipke cited RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat’s remarks on Gen Z protests and urged the BJP to address youth concerns. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis said Bhagwat speaks for national interest, not any political party

The Telangana School Education Department has proposed converting all 194 Model Schools into CBSE-affiliated institutions from the 2027-28 academic year. It has also suggested introducing pre-primary classes to improve enrolment and strengthen the schools' academic offerings.

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 49 people from 15 states in connection with 25 cybercrime cases during July and facilitated refunds of Rs 98.89 lakh. Trading fraud caused the highest losses, while cyber patrol teams also removed 128 fraudulent social media profiles.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu launched the ‘Nethanna Sevalo’ scheme in Bapatla district, providing Rs 179 crore financial assistance to 71,536 handloom families. He also announced measures to support weavers, textile development and Amaravati infrastructure projects

Telangana-born IAS officer Keerthi Jalli, of the Assam-Meghalaya cadre, has been selected for the prestigious Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship. She will pursue advanced studies in Technology Policy and Management at MIT, focusing on digital governance and public service delivery

Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force officials arrested a 47-year-old Nepalese national for allegedly murdering an unidentified man at Huppuguda Railway Station. Police said the accused attacked the victim with stones after suspecting him of stealing his bag.

The Delhi High Court expressed concern over crores-worth of medical equipment lying unused in government hospitals, citing manpower shortages and missing accessories. It directed the Health Secretary to review the situation, consider reallocation and file a comprehensive report after a meeting on August 17

England striker Ivan Toney has been charged with assault causing actual bodily harm following an alleged nightclub incident in London last year. The Al-Ahli forward denies wrongdoing and will appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court on September 24 to contest the charge

Nizam's Institute of Medical Sciences has invited applications for its Master's in Hospital Management programme for the 2026 academic year. Twenty seats are available exclusively for Telangana candidates. Online applications open on August 12, while hard copies must reach NIMS by August 29.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao has urged the Centre to stop the Godavari River Management Board from revisiting statutory approvals already granted to Telangana irrigation projects, warning that such a move would undermine institutional authority and threaten water security in the State.

Kerala Coastal Police intensified the search for three fishermen missing after separate boat mishaps off the state coast. Boats, drones, helicopters and Coast Guard vessels have been deployed, while families and opposition groups criticised authorities over alleged delays and inadequate search efforts

The Centre on Friday said it is aware of specific delays in Canadian visa processing, including applications from retired Indian government and former MEA officials who previously served in Canada. India and Canada remain engaged on the issue, Parliament was informed

Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde met Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday amid the government’s renewed efforts to secure the two-thirds majority needed to pass proposed women’s reservation and delimitation bills. The NDA is reaching out to allies and opposition leaders

The AIFF and IASD-IDA have signed a three-year MoU to integrate structured oral healthcare into Indian football through preventive care, education and referral support. The programme will cover academies, national teams and coaching staff while promoting long-term athlete welfare

The Telangana High Court expressed concern over the alleged misuse of welfare schemes and the growing financial burden on the State exchequer. During a contempt hearing, Justice Nagesh Bheemapaka questioned the sustainability of welfare spending and called for accountability in identifying ineligible beneficiaries.

Golconda Gladiators defeated Secunderabad Stallions 45-34 to win the youth boys' title, while Secunderabad Stallions beat Golconda Gladiators 49-31 in the girls' final at the Hyderabad District Basketball Championship held at YMCA Secunderabad

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Srijana said the H-CITI infrastructure works at IIIT Junction and Khajaguda will be completed by April 2027. She also announced new sanitation, pedestrian safety and food safety initiatives, besides providing an update on the Miyapur missing person case.