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Jackie Shroff, a self-proclaimed green crusader, urges people to gift plants instead of plastic, saying they bring cleaner air, peace, and joy. He also gears up for Hunter 2 and Welcome To The Jungle.
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A 35-year-old government school in Cheruvu Singaram, Burgampadu, is in a hazardous condition, with falling ceiling slabs and exposed wires. Parents and teachers demand urgent intervention as classes are temporarily shifted to a nearby Anganwadi.
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Chiranjeevi announced that his socio-fantasy film ‘Vishwambhara’, directed by Vassishta and featuring Trisha Krishnan, Ashika Ranganath, and Kunal Kapoor, will release in summer 2026. The film promises stunning VFX and a grand cinematic spectacle under UV Creations.
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In Miyapur, Hyderabad, five members of a family, including a two-year-old child, were found dead under suspicious circumstances. Preliminary reports suggest possible poisoning. Police have registered a case and are investigating the exact cause of the tragedy
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A woman’s body was found in Lingampally nala, Hyderabad, on Wednesday night. She was wearing gold ornaments, and a mobile phone was recovered. Police are investigating the case and using the phone to help establish her identity.
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The man accused of attacking Delhi CM Rekha Gupta during a ‘Jan Sunwai’ programme has been sent to five days’ police custody. He faces charges including attempted murder and obstructing a public servant. Gupta underwent a medico-legal examination.
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Amitabh Bachchan met India’s Women’s Ice Hockey team on Kaun Banega Crorepati and celebrated their bronze medal win at the Asian Games. The superstar praised their perseverance, calling it the “most honoured moment” of his week.
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The Godavari river at Bhadrachalam has crossed the second warning level, reaching 50.8 feet with massive inflows. Officials warn of further rise, setting up relief centres and banning boating for safety.
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A car caught fire on Pathergatti Road in Hyderabad’s Old City on Wednesday night. The driver escaped safely, and fire officials quickly doused the flames. A short circuit is suspected as the cause. No casualties were reported.
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Love You Raa, a horror-comedy romance starring debutant Chinnu Krish and Geethika Ratan, releases on September 5. Directed by Prasad Eluri, the film promises fun, emotions, and fresh performances.
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Six schools in Delhi’s Dwarka Sector 5 and Prasad Nagar were evacuated after bomb threat emails. Teams from police, fire, bomb disposal, and dog squads searched the premises. Authorities are tracing the senders’ IP addresses; no explosives found so far.
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A woman was shot dead near Rockefeller Early Childhood Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, prompting a temporary school lockdown. No students were harmed. Authorities took the suspected shooter into custody, and police continue to investigate the domestic dispute that triggered the incident.
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Actor Sushanth joins the Hyderabad Pickleball League as owner of team ALL STARS, with Sameer Verma as captain. Auction on August 20; matches run every Friday from October 11 to November 28.
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Daily Horoscope: Your stars are bringing good tidings for you. Check out your astrological predictions for Aug 21, 2025. May the day bring you happiness
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The Young Tigresses raced to a commanding 5-0 lead by half-time, leaving Nepal no room for recovery in what was a one-sided affair from the outset
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Nelgi scored a 21-4, 21-16 win against Keerthy in the women’s singles match held at Gopichand Academy
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Shooting on day three at the Shymkent Shooting Plaza, Naruka first finished third in qualifying with a score of 119 over two days, before shooting a confident final from the very first shot of the 60-shot decider, to land the biggest medal of his career
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Khan brings with him a distinguished track record in both corporate leadership and sports administration
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The debutants beat Emami East Bengal 2-1 in the second semi-final of the 134th Indian Oil Durand Cup
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MLRIT, Dundigal, conducted its 21st Orientation Day for first-year B.Tech students, highlighting discipline, R25 regulations, teaching-learning practices, and campus recruitment opportunities. Leaders and faculty emphasized holistic education and career growth, with parents and students participating in the event
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The Telangana High Court adjourned hearing on a PIL challenging the regularisation of Sada Bainamas to August 26. The government argued that the Telangana Bhu Bharati Act, 2025, now allows processing of over 9 lakh pending land applications
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The Telangana High Court issued notices to Obulapuram Mining Company on the State’s appeal seeking a higher penalty in the illegal mining case involving Gali Janardhan Reddy. The government contends the Rs.2 lakh fine imposed earlier was grossly inadequate.
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E20 fuel could ease India’s dependence on oil imports and improve energy security, but the rushed approach has left vehicle owners and industry in confusion
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The Telangana High Court issued notices to GHMC and TGSPDCL on Airtel’s plea challenging the removal of its fibre cables from electricity poles. The Court observed the issue went beyond services to accountability for lives lost in the Ramanthapur tragedy
