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A 35-year-old car driver, N Suresh, died by suicide at his home in Tappachabutra, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night. He was found hanging by relatives, who alerted police. A case has been registered, and investigation is underway to determine the cause

The Telangana High Court adjourned hearing on petitions by BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao and ex-Minister T Harish Rao challenging the PC Ghose Commission report on the Kaleshwaram project. Both leaders alleged reputational harm, while the state defended the panel’s findings

Facing revenue shortfalls, the Revanth Reddy government is pushing steep hikes in land values, liquor licenses, vehicle life tax, and bus fares to raise Rs 20,000–30,000 crore by December. Citizens face higher costs as Telangana attempts to bridge its fiscal gap

A severe urea shortage has left Telangana farmers in distress, forcing long queues, black-market purchases and protests across districts. In Mahabubabad, a paralysed farmer collapsed in line, highlighting the crisis that has triggered political tensions and accusations against the State government

With Chief Secretary K Ramakrishna Rao retiring this month and DGP Jithender next month, speculation is rife over their successors. While IAS officers Jayesh Ranjan and Vikas Raj are among probables for CS, senior IPS officers are being considered for DGP

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar met Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow to review bilateral relations and prepare for the annual summit. Talks focused on trade, defence, energy, resilient financial systems, and India’s consistent call for dialogue on the Ukraine conflict

Former Minister V Srinivas Goud demanded cancellation of GO 93 and a fresh liquor shop notification with 25 per cent quota for the Goud community, accusing Congress of betraying its election promise. He also sought support for toddy tappers and BC communities

Gujarat child rights body demands report after a Class 10 student was fatally stabbed by a peer outside Ahmedabad school.

Animal rights activists observed “Black Thursday” at Jantar Mantar to oppose the Supreme Court’s order on relocating stray dogs. Protesters, dressed in black, pledged to undertake sterilisation drives themselves, insisting the Animal Birth Control programme is the only humane solution

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu will meet Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in New Delhi on Friday to seek central support for state projects under SASCI and Purvodaya schemes. He will also attend a leaders’ forum before returning Friday night

A high-level delegation from Kalmykia, led by Batu Khasikov, is visiting India to strengthen cultural and spiritual cooperation. Key outcomes include India Days during the Tulip Festival, Buddha relics exhibition in Elista and a statue for the Buddhist Park

IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, the first Indian on the ISS, said his 18-day mission was for 140 crore Indians. He credited ISRO, the government, and citizens, and said the experience will boost India’s upcoming Gaganyaan human spaceflight programme

MetLife has launched Hack4Job India 2025, an in-person hackathon in Hyderabad and Pune offering participants a chance to solve real-world challenges and secure jobs with MetLife’s Technology team. Registrations close September 21 (Hyderabad) and October 21 (Pune).

Two senior members of CPI (Maoist), including State and Area Committee leaders, surrendered before the Rachakonda Commissioner of Police in Hyderabad. Telangana police termed it a major success and appealed to Maoists to return to villages and join the mainstream

Weeks of heavy rains have left Hyderabad’s roads severely damaged, with thousands of potholes and broken stretches disrupting traffic. GHMC has set an August 25 deadline to complete repairs before Ganesh Chaturthi, though officials admit delays may be inevitable.

India’s Young Tigresses face Bangladesh in a high-stakes SAFF U17 Women’s Championship clash on Friday in Bhutan. With memories of last year’s penalty heartbreak still fresh, India seek consistency and redemption after starting their campaign with a 7-0 win over Nepal.

Hyderabad’s housing market saw a 30% YoY dip in registrations in July 2025, with 6,128 units sold. Despite the decline, Knight Frank reported a 14% rise in average prices, driven by higher demand for premium homes worth Rs 1 crore and above.

Hyderabad is reeling under a massive internet outage after TGSPDCL cut dangling wires from poles on government orders. Over one lakh connections were affected, sparking public outrage, ISP protests, and a High Court case. Interim relief has halted further cable removal.

A spotted deer stranded on a rocky island in Nallagandla Lake for two days returned safely to the Kancha Gachibowli forest. Forest officials avoided direct intervention, while locals noted frequent deer sightings following forest clearance in the area.

A Chandausi court deferred the Shahi Jama Masjid–Harihar temple dispute hearing to August 28 after the mosque side argued jurisdiction lies with the Supreme Court. The case, involving claims of a temple beneath the mosque, has previously triggered violence in Sambhal

Green Gold Animation, the studio behind Chhota Bheem, has announced a nationwide call for aspiring writers to develop a new animated series for children. The contest begins September 1, 2025, and offers paid collaborations with the studio’s creative team.

The Kautilya School of Public Policy will host The Kautilya Colloquy 2025 on September 13 in Hyderabad. With the theme “Navigating a VUCA World,” the event will feature panel discussions, paper presentations, and a policy sprint.

Samsung unveiled its new Odyssey G7 monitors at Gamescom 2025, featuring large-screen options, advanced gaming features, and HDR performance. The company also expanded its glasses-free 3D gaming ecosystem with new partnerships, while showcasing Odyssey OLED monitors with Blizzard and Pearl Abyss.

Sony has revised PlayStation 5 prices in the United States, effective August 21, due to economic pressures. The PS5 will cost $549.99, the Digital Edition $499.99, and the PS5 Pro $749.99, while accessories remain unchanged.