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Two Hyderabad-based pharmaceutical companies donated Rs 50 lakh each, totalling Rs 1 crore, to the Sri Venkateswara Pranadana Trust in Tirumala. The medical charity provides free treatment to poor patients suffering from serious diseases, including cancer, heart, kidney and brain ailments 

A CAG audit found E. coli in drinking water samples at eight railway stations and widespread deficiencies in passenger amenities. More than 89 per cent of 512 inspected stations lacked minimum essential facilities, while sanitation shortcomings and inadequate water testing raised concerns

  Filmmaker Shekhar Kapur revealed that daughter Kaveri Kapur agreed to act in his upcoming film Masoom: The Next Generation only after insisting on a screen test. The film, co-produced by A.R. Rahman, explores family, love, longing and home 

Belgium’s largest wildfire on record has burned around 2,000 hectares in the High Fens, forcing 600 people to evacuate. Strong winds hindered firefighting efforts as authorities deployed helicopters, military vehicles and sought European Union assistance to contain the uncontrolled blaze 

President Droupadi Murmu, Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan and Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee at Sadaiv Atal in New Delhi on his death anniversary. Several leaders remembered his statesmanship, leadership, good governance and contributions to India 

Qatar denied claims that it detained Iranian pilots, calling the reports misleading. Doha said Iranian aircraft violated its airspace and were targeted after failing to respond to communications. Qatar also coordinated with Iran to hand over remains of a recovered pilot 

Iran’s Intelligence Ministry accused two French diplomats of illegal interference after they allegedly attended a secret meeting involving suspects in a foreign infiltration case. France condemned their detention and alleged mistreatment, while Iran warned against further diplomatic actions violating its domestic laws 

On India’s 80th Independence Day, the tricolour undertook a symbolic global relay titled Suryapath Tiranga, beginning in Fiji and concluding in San Francisco. As part of the Har Ghar Tiranga campaign, Indian missions across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas successively hoisted the flag.

Iran and Oman have agreed on designated shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, though technical talks and a joint statement are still pending. The arrangement aims to ensure safe passage while preserving sovereignty, but reopening the strait to normal traffic depends on U.S. compliance with other conditions.

Bollywood star Deepika Padukone, currently in her second trimester, was spotted at Mumbai airport on Saturday night. Dressed in an oversized light blue ensemble, she appeared to conceal her baby bump while accompanied by husband Ranveer Singh. The couple, who announced their second pregnancy in April, are fondly called "DeepVeer" by fans.

Five people were shot outside residence halls at Virginia State University early Saturday, leaving one critically injured. The campus was placed under lockdown as police searched for multiple suspects. Authorities confirmed one victim was a student, while others may be from nearby communities.

SCCL CMD Dr Buddha Prakash Jyoti announced that the company has secured a licence to explore gold and copper in Karnataka’s Devadurga region and will soon commence exploration. He also highlighted the acquisition of the Tadicherla-2 coal block and PK OC-2 dip-side block.

The protective framework of the Fifth Schedule and Regulation 1 of 1970 must be understood in the context of the historical exploitation, dispossession and displacement of tribal communities

TPCC Working President T Jagga Reddy’s theatrics at Sangareddy’s I&B Junction created chaos as police struggled to manage traffic and crowd control ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s arrival. The situation escalated when Jagga Reddy took over traffic management himself.

Several BRS leaders and cadres were taken into preventive custody by police ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s public meeting in Sangareddy. The move, despite no planned protests, drew sharp criticism from BRS leaders.

A quarrel between two brothers over sharing funeral expenses escalated into violence at Champapet in Hyderabad, leading to the death of the elder sibling.

A 16-year-old intermediate student, Shravani, was killed when a speeding truck hit the scooter she was riding with her parents near Vandana Hotel under Ghatkesar police limits on Saturday.

Hyderabad police have arrested M Lakshmikanth Reddy for allegedly obtaining multiple Indian passports under different names using forged residence certificates. The case, registered after a complaint from the US Consulate General, revealed passports issued in two names linked to the same individual.

A forest beat officer in Kothagudem district was electrocuted while attempting to stop poachers who had set up illegal electric traps to hunt wild animals. Police have arrested four accused in connection with the incident, and they will be produced before court for judicial remand.

A 65-year-old man was taken into custody in Sangareddy after locals caught him misbehaving with a minor girl inside a temple in RC Puram town on August 13 night. Police registered a case and produced him before court.

The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has launched a sharp counter to Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s claims on welfare and development, demanding that he convene the Assembly for an open debate. BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of neglecting irrigation projects, misrepresenting employment figures, and making misleading claims on farm schemes and power supply.

The Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium is ready for the BWF World Championships, returning to India after 17 years. Chinese players praised the revamped venue after Saturday’s practice, while organisers highlighted improved court conditions and enhanced facilities for players

Hitesh Reddy of Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club won the Children-1 dressage category at the second HPRC Equestrian Challenge in Gandipet. Dhruva Potineni won Children-2, while Myra Alapati and Apeksha Matcha topped their respective Hacks categories

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla hosted an ‘At Home’ reception at Lok Bhavan, Hyderabad, on Saturday as part of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, senior state leaders, judiciary representatives, and political figures across parties attended the event.