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Average daily UPI transactions in India reached Rs 90,446 crore in August 2025, with SBI as the top remitter. Peer-to-merchant payments surged, groceries dominated volume, and digital payments increasingly replaced cash, reflecting robust growth and financial inclusion, according to SBI Research.

Heavy rains lashed medak on sunday night, breaching tanks and culverts, disrupting traffic, and cutting road connectivity. multiple water bodies overflowed, causing fresh trouble as pothula boguda culvert collapsed and mothuku kunta tank breached again.

Filmmaker Karan Johar revealed that 2026 will mark his return to film sets after a year of self-reflection and personal growth. Sharing thoughts on Instagram, he emphasized his passion for storytelling and reminisced about Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna’s 19th anniversary.

Koppal police have registered a POCSO case against murder victim Gavisiddappa Nayak and his family, drawing widespread criticism from the Valmiki community and opposition parties, who allege political motivation and demand a central agency probe into the August 3 killing.

Oscar-winning singer Rahul Sipligunj got engaged to Harini Reddy in a private ceremony on August 17. The couple stunned in pastel and bright outfits, with wedding details awaited.

A Chhattisgarh Police DRG jawan was killed and three others injured when a Naxal-planted IED exploded in Bijapur’s Indravati National Park on Monday. The injured personnel received preliminary treatment and are being evacuated from the forest.

After months of bitter disputes, the Manchu family shows signs of healing as Manchu Manoj breaks silence, congratulating his nephew Avram, brother Vishnu and father Mohan Babu, sparking hope among fans.

Siddipet, Medak, and Sangareddy districts received heavy rainfall, with Gouraram in Siddipet recording 235.8 mm. Low-lying areas were inundated, disrupting normal life. Authorities set up control rooms and urged residents to venture out only for urgent needs.

Delhi Public School (DPS) Dwarka was evacuated on Monday after a bomb threat call. Police, bomb disposal, and dog squads are at the site conducting a search operation. No injuries have been reported so far.

Five people were electrocuted and four injured during a Sri Krishnashtami chariot procession in Gokulenagar, Hyderabad, when the chariot came into contact with live wires while being pushed manually. Police are investigating the incident.

US President Donald Trump said Ukrainian President Zelensky could end the war with Russia “almost immediately” but warned Crimea and NATO membership are non-negotiable. European leaders will meet Zelensky at the White House to discuss potential security guarantees.

Hyderabad and its neighbouring districts witnessed moderate to heavy rainfall overnight, with Medchal-Malkajgiri and Rangareddy recording the highest showers up to 46 mm, leaving several areas soaked under damp and chilly weather.

Central Telangana districts including Siddipet, Kamareddy, Medak and Yadadri Bhongir faced extreme rainfall, with Gouraram in Siddipet topping at 236 mm. Several mandals across the region reported rainfall above 150 mm.

Ladakh Lieutenant Governor Kavinder Gupta announced plans to develop Siachen Glacier and Galwan Valley as major tourist attractions, highlighting their natural beauty and symbolic significance. The initiative aims to unlock the region's full potential following its elevation to Union Territory status in 2019.

Efforts to improve mental health outcomes in the LGBTQIA+ community must confront structural forces perpetuating their marginalisation

Dimitrios Diamantakos scored twice as East Bengal beat Mohun Bagan 2-1 in the Durand Cup quarterfinal, setting up a semifinal clash with Diamond Harbour FC and ending an 18-month derby drought

In a significant crackdown, Sangareddy Police, in coordination with the SOT, seized 128 kg of dry ganja being smuggled from Odisha to Maharashtra. The bust took place at Pati Junction, four peddlers were arrested, and two vehicles were seized.

Neeraj Chopra qualified for the Diamond League 2025 Final in Zurich with 15 points from two meets. The Olympic champion will also defend his world title at the Tokyo World Championships in September

Lionel Messi and Luis Suárez struck late as Inter Miami beat LA Galaxy 3-1. Jordi Alba opened the scoring, while Messi reached 40 MLS goals and Suárez added his sixth of the season

Carlos Alcaraz beat Alexander Zverev to reach the Cincinnati Open final, setting up another showdown with Jannik Sinner. Alcaraz extended his Masters 1000 winning streak, while Sinner advanced past Terence Atmane

Manchester United dominated but lost 1-0 to Arsenal in their Premier League opener, as Riccardo Calafiori’s header sealed victory. Despite positives from new signings, United’s missed chances and denied penalties proved costly

For those looking for a broad framework to resolve the conflict and end the three-year-long Russia-Ukraine war, it was a day of disappointment

A Prohibition and Excise Department team was attacked in Hyderabad’s Jeedimetla while acting on a tip-off about hashish oil sales. The team, led by Inspector Ch. Kotamma, was obstructed and assaulted by a group including several named individuals.

DV Shankar Rao, a 73-year-old retired SBI officer from Hyderabad, made history as the first recorded heart bypass survivor to win four gold medals at the National Powerlifting Championships. He has now been invited to represent India at the 2025 World Championships in South Africa.