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Starting August 15, Andhra Pradesh will offer free bus travel under the ‘Stree Shakti’ scheme for all girls, women, and transgender persons with domicile status. The initiative covers select APSRTC services and aims to improve mobility, education, and employment access

Mass Maharaja Ravi Teja teams up with Sreeleela for Mass Jathara, releasing August 27, 2025. The teaser promises action, comedy, romance, with music by Bheems Ceciroleo and direction by Bhanu Bogavarapu.

Tesla has opened its first showroom in Delhi at Aerocity, its second in India within a month. The outlet focuses on the Model Y SUV, aiming to tap into India’s premium EV market ahead of the festive season.

A 14-year-old boy from Andhra Pradesh was electrocuted in Hyderabad’s KPHB Colony while trying to retrieve a shuttlecock from an electric transformer during a family visit. He was rushed to a hospital but declared dead. Police are investigating.

On Guru Dutt’s 100th birth anniversary, granddaughters Gouri and Karuna Dutt shared memories of his heartfelt letters to family, revealing his longing for them despite being a workaholic, alongside celebrating restored screenings of his classics.

Kerala Police have issued a lookout notice for rapper Vedan after a female doctor accused him of rape and financial exploitation. Authorities fear he may flee abroad; investigation is ongoing.

A man was injured in a razor attack at Moosapet, Kukatpally, on Sunday, allegedly over a dispute involving the attacker’s ex-girlfriend. Police said the suspect fled after injuring the victim’s neck. A case has been registered, and a search is on.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao has warned of an economic crisis in Telangana, citing a CAG report showing falling revenues and soaring debt. He accused the Congress government of financial mismanagement and demanded clarity on plans to stabilise the economy.

Puri police arrested 12 men for impersonating Jagannath Temple servitors and extorting money from pilgrims. The accused targeted visitors from several states, with Rs 20,000 and 14 phones seized. They face multiple charges under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.

At Barkas ground in Hyderabad, daily fruit auctions have been held for decades, a tradition rooted in the Yemeni community’s history. Families bring home-grown figs, mulberries, guavas, and water apples for bidding, keeping alive a unique cultural legacy.

Heavy catchment rainfall has increased inflows into Himayat Sagar, prompting the opening of three gates and the release of 1,400 cusecs into the Musi River. Osmansagar also recorded rising water levels, with inflows from upstream areas continuing steadily.

Farmers in the SRSP Stage II ayacut are battling a severe water crisis despite Nagarjuna Sagar being full. KLIS pump houses remain idle, crops are wilting, and protests are erupting across Suryapet district as rainfall shortages deepen the crisis.

Midday meal workers protested at Forest Minister Konda Surekha’s residence in Hyderabad, demanding pending salaries and opposing the transfer of contracts to the Akshaya Patra Foundation. Police stopped their attempt to enter the premises and detained them.

Telugu actor Rana Daggubati appeared before the Enforcement Directorate in Hyderabad over the betting app case. The ED questioned him on financial transactions, following his alleged

Hyderabad’s Hussain Sagar has reached near full tank level due to heavy rainfall in surrounding catchment areas. GHMC is monitoring inflows, managing outflow, and urging residents to stay alert to avoid flooding risks during continued rainfall.

A 13-year-old girl from Phiringmal village, Odisha, is battling for life after allegedly setting herself ablaze. This is the fourth such incident in a month, following three similar deaths across the state, prompting concern over the disturbing trend.

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Varun Dhawan shared sunrise pictures from Punjab’s farms, calling it his “best morning,” after wrapping the Amritsar schedule of “Border 2,” a war epic directed by Anurag Singh and inspired by the Kargil War.

Farhan Akhtar-backed Manipuri film Boong, directed by Lakshmipriya Devi, has been named Spotlight Film at IFFM 2025. The festival runs from August 14-24, also featuring Farhan’s war drama 120 Bahadur.

The IMD has forecast heavy to very heavy rains in Telangana until August 16 due to a low pressure system over the Bay of Bengal. Yellow and orange alerts have been issued for Hyderabad and multiple districts, urging residents to prepare.

Hyderabad woke up to cool, damp conditions on Monday after heavy overnight showers of 30–50 mm, with thunderstorms pounding several areas in GHMC, Rangareddy and Medchal-Malkajgiri districts until early morning.

US Vice President J.D. Vance said President Trump is still deciding on imposing tariffs on China for buying Russian oil, highlighting complexities in US-China relations. The US recently imposed a 50% tariff on India for similar purchases, drawing criticism from New Delhi.

Salman Khan playfully suggests launching leagues for childhood games like “chor police” and “hide and seek” during the World Padel League launch. He also prepares to host Bigg Boss Season 19 and stars in upcoming films Sikandar and Battle of Galwan.

Israeli PM Netanyahu defends a wider Gaza offensive targeting Hamas strongholds beyond Gaza City amid growing international backlash. Heavy bombardment continues, and UN warns of dire humanitarian crisis as US backs Israel’s right to security.