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The Trump administration claimed it has deported over three million undocumented immigrants and prevented their release into the US for 15 consecutive months. A White House fact sheet also highlighted stricter visa screening, denaturalisation efforts, benefit restrictions and voter-roll reviews

Harish Rao criticised the Congress government for neglecting Mission Bhagiratha, urging immediate repairs and dedicated funds to safeguard the decade-old drinking water scheme that transformed access across Telangana.

Former India captain Ajinkya Rahane has urged Indian batters to adopt a proactive approach against Sri Lanka's spinners in the upcoming Test series. He also said adaptability is essential in modern cricket and expressed interest in mentoring or coaching in future

The US State Department defended expanded social media screening of foreign visa applicants, citing national security and public safety. The reported policy could cover foreign journalists and certain Canadian and Mexican professionals, requiring broader online scrutiny. The department did not confirm the memorandum

Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy directed Mines department officials not to harass genuine road contractors over mining permissions. During a review meeting, he also questioned steep penalties and urged action against officials linked to the circumstances surrounding a contractor's death.

Sri Lanka Cricket has announced free entry for spectators attending the two-Test series against India in Galle and Colombo. The initiative aims to attract larger crowds for the World Test Championship fixtures beginning on August 15 at Galle

Ravindra Jadeja, Manav Suthar and Kuldeep Yadav picked up two wickets apiece, but Sri Lanka Cricket XI still posted 363/8 on the opening day of the three-day warm-up match against India ahead of the first Test in Galle

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government in Telangana of failing to implement promised welfare schemes for weavers, demanded revival of earlier initiatives like "Nethanna Bima" and "Nethannaku Cheyutha," and criticised both Congress and BJP for neglecting the handloom sector.

Two Nepalese women allegedly died by suicide in Bengaluru’s Yelahanka after families separated them and opposed their relationship, police said. Preliminary investigation indicated social pressure and marriage expectations may have contributed to their deaths. Police are recording statements and gathering evidence

IT Minister D Sridhar Babu said Telangana plans to introduce a Digital Assembly and Digital Council while expanding AI-driven governance. The government is also working on blockchain-based certificates, paperless administration and improved digital connectivity to strengthen citizen services.

Sujatha High School defeated St. Mary's High School 14-8 in the junior boys' kho kho league at the Kargil Victory Sports Festival. Kabaddi and volleyball competitions also witnessed several closely contested matches involving leading Hyderabad schools

Telangana have been drawn alongside defending champions Manipur, Kerala and Assam in Group A of Tier 1 of the 2026-27 Junior Boys' National Football Championship for the Dr B.C. Roy Trophy, scheduled from August 25 to September 9

BRS leader Balka Suman, speaking in Mancherial after attending court, alleged that he was falsely implicated in cases during the Kyathanpalli municipal elections. He accused the Congress government of harassment against BRS cadres while sparing ruling leaders.

Bengaluru Police arrested a 24-year-old Bihar man for allegedly strangling his wife following repeated domestic disputes. Police said Dhiraj Kumar confessed to killing Reema Kumari in their rented room before fleeing to Bihar, where a special team traced and arrested him

M. Abhirath Reddy's magnificent 241 for Jai Hanuman, along with centuries by A. Avanish Rao and Sacheit Binjrajka for EMCC, highlighted another action-packed day in the HCA two-day league as several teams registered emphatic victories across the A and B divisions

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya urged National Sports Federations to strengthen governance, ensure transparent athlete selection and intensify anti-doping efforts while reviewing India's preparations for the Asian Games 2026, Los Angeles Olympics 2028 and Commonwealth Games 2030

A suspicious vehicle fled a security checkpoint on the Jammu-Srinagar highway in Ramban after allegedly ignoring stop signals and warning shots. Police, CRPF and Army launched a joint search operation as the incident raised security concerns along the Amarnath Yatra route

A businessman who came into the spotlight after placing a record Rs 51 lakh bid for the Ganesh Laddu at My Home Bhooja has been booked by the Cyberabad EOW in an alleged Rs 3.45 crore investment fraud involving promised monthly returns.

Khammam police booked a married woman and her alleged lover for allegedly plotting to kill her husband after WhatsApp and Instagram chats surfaced. The complainant submitted copies of the messages to police, following which a Zero FIR was registered and transferred.

A woman in Andhra Pradesh’s Krishna district allegedly lost Rs 1.43 crore in a digital arrest scam after fraudsters posing as Delhi Police officials accused her of money laundering. Police registered a case under BNS, IT Act and other applicable provisions

The makers of Coimbatore Mapillai have revealed that Anna Ben will play Kanagavalli in the romantic comedy. Directed by Kishore Rajkumar, who also debuts as a lead actor, the film is backed by Noise and Grains and promises a feel-good family entertainer

A hotel operator in Rajasthan’s Nagaur district, allegedly shot during a dispute over delayed food service, died after the ambulance transporting him to Jodhpur overturned near Khinvsar. Police are investigating the shooting, collecting forensic evidence and searching for the accused

The makers of Nayanthara and Kavin's romantic entertainer Hi have postponed its worldwide theatrical release from August 14 to August 28. Directed by debutant Vishnu Edavan, the family entertainer has already received a U/A certificate from the CBFC

Cyberabad Police Commissioner M Ramesh has ordered the closure of liquor outlets from 10 am to 10 pm on August 9 in connection with the Bonalu festival. Bars attached to star hotels and registered clubs have been exempted from the order.