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India U-18 men’s and women’s Hockey teams set for high-stakes Australia series

A fire broke out at a furniture store in Hyderabad’s Asifnagar on Thursday afternoon, triggering panic after thick smoke engulfed the area. Fire personnel rushed to the spot and doused the flames. No casualties were reported, and a short circuit is suspected.

Cyberabad police intensified efforts to trace Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Sai Bageerath, who is absconding in a POCSO case. Searches were conducted in multiple locations, while a second notice was issued to his maternal uncle for questioning.

HFCL announced a Rs 230 crore investment to set up a defence manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh’s Sri Satya Sai district. The plant, expected by December 2027, will produce multi-mode hand grenades and similar systems, boosting the company’s defence manufacturing capabilities.

The Telangana High Court postponed hearing of Bandi Sai Bageerath’s anticipatory bail plea in a POCSO case to Friday, while questioning urgency for interim relief amid objections from the victim’s counsel and the prosecution.

Indian equity benchmarks ended higher for a second straight session on Thursday, driven by gains in pharma, healthcare, banking and metal stocks. Investor sentiment improved amid expectations of policy support for the rupee and optimism surrounding the Trump-Xi meeting.

Delhi High Court Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma said she would initiate contempt proceedings over allegedly defamatory and contemptuous posts targeting her during hearings in the liquor policy case. The matter involves CBI’s challenge to the discharge of Arvind Kejriwal, Manish Sisodia and others

Eli-Lilly has launched India’s first disease-modifying Alzheimer’s drug, donenemab, under the brand name Lormalzi. Approved by the CDSCO in 2025, the treatment aims to slow cognitive decline in early-stage patients, though high costs and healthcare limitations may affect accessibility.

The company said customers will now be able to experience the Model Y and the newly introduced Model Y L -- priced starting at Rs 61.99 lakh

India has been included in the European Union’s revised draft list allowing continued export of aquaculture products to EU nations beyond September 2026. The move follows India’s compliance with EU antimicrobial regulations and is expected to boost confidence in Indian seafood safety and quality standards

Driven by sponsorships, live-streaming revenue, media rights and international tournaments, the global e-sports industry is witnessing rapid expansion in India with as the country emerges as one of the fastest-growing markets.

The Supreme Court urged Rani Kapur and Priya Kapur to avoid actions affecting mediation in their dispute over the RK Family Trust. The court stressed an amicable settlement, paused discussions on company appointments, and warned the case could otherwise become a prolonged legal battle

Cybersecurity agencies and police have warned users about malware hidden inside JPEG image files and fake wedding invitation scams on WhatsApp. Officials said cybercriminals are using malicious APK files and infected images to steal banking information, passwords and personal data from unsuspecting victims.

Soyez, who enjoyed an illustrious playing career with France from 1995 to 2010 is all set to coach Indian junior men's hockey team.

Normal life was disrupted across parts of Manipur as Kuki Zo and Naga groups enforced shutdowns protesting the killings of three church leaders and a civilian. Schools, markets and transport services were affected in Kangpokpi, Churachandpur and Chandel districts amid heightened tensions

Telangana ended FY26 with a revenue deficit of Rs 9,235 crore and a fiscal deficit of Rs 77,762 crore, according to the preliminary CAG report. Revenue collections missed targets sharply, while borrowings and interest payments increased significantly, raising concerns over fiscal sustainability.

Jr NTR’s team has clarified that the actor is not associated with any fan-led charity drives or fund-raising activities being conducted in his name, urging the public to remain cautious. The actor is currently working on Prashanth Neel’s highly anticipated film NTRNeel.

India has prohibited sugar exports till September 30, 2026, under a new DGFT notification. However, exports to the European Union and the US under tariff quota schemes, along with certain authorised and government shipments, have been kept outside the scope of the ban.

Chaotic scenes erupted at the Calcutta High Court as former West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee faced “thief” slogans from a section of lawyers after a hearing on post-poll violence. TMC leaders alleged BJP-backed advocates attempted to heckle her while exiting the court premises

The Rajasthan NEET-2026 paper leak probe has now placed alleged masterminds Mangilal Binwal and Dinesh Binwal under scrutiny.

Protests continued at the Petbasheerabad police station in Hyderabad as student groups and women’s organisations demanded the arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case. Police deployed additional personnel and detained several protesters during Thursday’s demonstrations.

DMK president M K Stalin said the Secular Progressive Alliance remains strong despite falling short of total victory in the Tamil Nadu Assembly elections. He highlighted the alliance securing 1.54 crore votes and 72 seats, thanking allies for their continued support and commitment

IIT Madras has announced a series of new undergraduate, postgraduate, online and web-enabled programmes for the 2026-27 academic year, covering emerging fields such as AI, Robotics, Semiconductor Technology, Sustainable Engineering and Public Policy with strong industry-focused applications.

FAIMA moved the Supreme Court seeking restructuring or replacement of the NTA after the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy. The plea demanded a high-powered monitoring committee, computer-based testing, and transparent investigation, calling repeated leaks a violation of students’ fundamental rights