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Tripura minister Sudhangshu Das said dancing under the influence of alcohol and playing loud music during idol immersion processions go against Hindu culture. He urged youth to embrace spirituality as police enforced curbs on high-decibel DJ boxes during Ganesh Puja
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Assam Rifles seized a major cache of arms and explosives in Mizoram’s Champhai district during an operation at Saikumphai village. The recovery included assault rifles, sniper rifles, grenades, and IED materials. The house owner was arrested and handed over to police
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Congress’ ‘Voter Adhikar Yatra’ in Bihar, protesting the Election Commission’s revision drive, has drawn sharp NDA criticism. Deputy CM Samrat Chaudhary accused Rahul Gandhi of negativity, while INDIA bloc leaders including Akhilesh Yadav and MK Stalin joined the yatra, which ends September 1 in Patna
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UK and NIMS heart specialists are organising a free heart surgery camp from September 1–21. Children with congenital heart diseases will be screened, and necessary procedures offered free under Aarogyasri Health Insurance. Parents can register with the CTVS office at NIMS
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Water supply in Hyderabad was disrupted due to a major leak in the 1,400 mm pipeline of KDWSP Phase-3 at PVNR Expressway. HMWSSB will carry out repairs from 11 am on September 1 to 7 am on September 2, affecting several key localities.
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India’s economy continues to grow robustly despite US tariffs, with domestic consumption driving 68% of GDP. Corporate investments, like Apple’s $2.5 billion India expansion, signal confidence, highlighting risks that Trump’s confrontational trade stance could weaken America’s long-term strategic and economic position.
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GHMC’s second Indie Puppy Adoption Mela at KBR Park saw 22 of 35 vaccinated and dewormed desi puppies adopted. The event, inaugurated by Commissioner RV Karnan, encourages adoption, compassion, and responsible care for indigenous dogs
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Nandamuri Balakrishna marks 50 years in cinema with a historic World Book of Records honour, celebrating 110 films, political service, philanthropy, and fan love, while pledging continued passion and service.
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A Chinese philosophy student with valid U.S. documents was detained, interrogated, and deported from Texas despite no tech ties, highlighting ongoing scrutiny of Chinese students amid shifting Trump-era policies and rising tensions over academic access and national security concerns
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged Chief Minister Revanth Reddy to take the 42% BC reservation bill to Delhi for approval. He criticized Congress for misleading BCs, highlighted BRS’s efforts, and called for strong, committed action on reservations.
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Chennai’s northern neighbourhood of Manali witnessed a cloudburst overnight, recording up to 27 cm of rain. The downpour forced flight diversions to Bengaluru, while the Meteorological Department forecasts isolated rain and strong winds in Tamil Nadu, Puducherry, and Karaikal over the next 24 hours.
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AI models are now decoding animal emotions through vocalizations, aiding in welfare monitoring across species like pigs, cows, dogs, whales, and bees. While promising, the technology raises ethical concerns about overinterpretation, ecological cost, and human responsibility in responding to distress signals
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A Filipino priest, an Indian education activist, and a Maldivian diver won the 2025 Ramon Magsaysay Awards for transformative service in human rights, girls’ education, and environmental protection, embodying compassion, resilience, and community leadership across Asia
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed sorrow over monsoon-triggered floods and landslides, praising rescue efforts by NDRF, SDRF, and armed forces. Amid the crisis, he highlighted Pulwama's first day-night cricket match and the Khelo India Water Sports Festival at Srinagar's Dal Lake
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A three-year-old boy, Indrala Rakshith, died in Jagtial after being attacked by dogs and falling into a drainage. Despite hospital treatment, he reportedly did not receive the anti-rabies vaccine. He later died at Niloufer Hospital, Hyderabad.
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Actor Mahesh Babu missed his son Gautam’s 19th birthday for the first time and shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, saying his love would always accompany him. Meanwhile, Mahesh is working on S S Rajamouli’s upcoming action-adventure film, tentatively titled Globe Trotter.
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The Enforcement Directorate seized luxury vehicles, cash, and jewellery in a money laundering probe linked to a ₹1,396 crore bank fraud involving Odisha-based businessman Shakti Ranjan Dash and his firms, allegedly tied to shell transactions with Himachal's Indian Technomac Company Ltd
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After a brief sunny spell, overcast skies return to Hyderabad and Telangana. The IMD has issued a heavy rainfall warning for the next 48 hours due to a developing low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, affecting nearly all districts.
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India’s Department of Posts has fully suspended all mail to the U.S., including letters and gifts under $100, due to new U.S. regulations removing duty-free exemptions. The move follows carrier refusals amid unclear customs processes under the new tariff regime
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The Godavari River at Bhadrachalam rose to 48 feet on Sunday, prompting a second flood warning. Authorities are discharging 11.44 lakh cusecs of water and have urged residents in affected villages to stay alert and avoid bathing or boat trips.
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During the SCO summit in Tianjin, PM Modi met Chinese President Xi Jinping, emphasizing that India-China cooperation benefits all humanity. The leaders discussed border protocols, bilateral ties, and economic issues, marking a breakthrough in easing four-year tensions along the LAC.
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Heavy rain in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, caused boulder collapses and debris flow, blocking Badrinath Highway at five locations and washing away a bridge on the Jyotirmath-Malari road. Local administration and disaster teams are engaged in relief and rescue operations.
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The White House confirmed plans to rename the Department of Defence to the Department of War, reviving its historic title. President Trump cited a shift toward offensive military priorities and symbolic ties to past U.S. victories as reasons for the change
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A 14-year-old student, Mohammed Rizwan, of Telangana Minorities Residential School for Boys, Yakutpura, died suddenly on Saturday night after collapsing in his room. Wardens rushed him to a hospital, where he was declared dead. Police have begun an investigation into the incident.