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BRS leader T Harish Rao said the party will set up offices in all 43 Siddipet wards ahead of the 2026 municipal polls. He claimed people want KCR back as CM, accusing the Congress government of failing promises

In Telangana’s Munya Nayak Thanda, villagers carried a pregnant woman for 2 km to reach an ambulance due to no road access. She gave birth midway, highlighting the hamlet’s long-standing road woes and unfulfilled political promises

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir is on his second visit to Washington since last month’s conflict with India. His schedule includes meetings with US military leaders, attending a CENTCOM change of command, and urging Pakistani diaspora to help attract investment.

Pakistan’s Airports Authority says it lost Rs 4.1 billion in overflying revenue after closing its airspace to Indian airlines following the Pahalgam attack. The ban, still in force, has also seen Indian carriers block Pakistani flights from their skies.

Aurora University partnered with Quality Thought Info Systems India to launch a one-day B Tech Career Event for 2025 Intermediate pass-outs, offering CSE insights, an AI-focused session, and a scholarship test to boost students’ higher education opportunities

Hyderabad has seen relentless August downpours, causing severe flooding, traffic chaos, and public frustration. With three 100 mm rain events already this month, IMD warns of peak monsoon ahead, leaving residents anxious about safety and daily commutes

Kyiv: The threats, pressure, and ultimatums have come and gone, but Russian President Vladimir Putin has maintained Moscow’s uncompromising demands in the war in Ukraine, raising fears he could use a planned summit with US President Donald Trump in Alaska to coerce Kyiv into accepting an unfavourable deal. The maximalist demands reflect Putin’s determination to […]

The Hyderabad Met department has issued an orange alert for heavy to very heavy rainfall in Hyderabad and several Telangana districts from August 14–17, and a yellow alert from August 11–13. Light to moderate rain is expected statewide till August 17

The Metropolitan Police arrested 474 people during London’s largest protest supporting banned group Palestine Action. Most were detained under terrorism laws, sparking criticism from rights groups who called the crackdown disproportionate. The ban carries penalties of up to 14 years’ imprisonment.

Union minister Sukanta Majumdar said over 60 railway projects in West Bengal remain stalled due to land availability issues. He urged the state government to cooperate and proposed renaming Sealdah station after Dr Syama Prasad Mookerjee.

HMRL is set to open India’s first fully automated puzzle parking system at Nampally, built with German Palis technology. The 15-floor complex offers 10 parking levels, commercial space, cinemas, and a city-viewing gallery, accommodating 250 cars and 200 two-wheelers

After TG EAPCET 2025 final phase allotment, 11,638 engineering seats remain vacant in Telangana, with private colleges worst affected. Computer Science courses saw high demand, while mechanical and civil branches lagged. Kosgi government college recorded just 28.2 per cent admissions

Indian Railways now operates 144 Vande Bharat services across its broad-gauge electrified network, offering faster and safer travel. Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off new routes in Karnataka, Punjab, and Maharashtra, marking a milestone in modernising passenger rail travel in India

Regency College celebrated 30 years in hospitality education with Déjeuner Royal, a French-themed luncheon by BHMCT students under Chef Rohith Rajole. The eight-course menu, with wine pairings and butler service, highlighted French culinary traditions and India–France hospitality ties

The RBI has proposed standardised forms and uniform procedures for settling claims related to deceased customers’ accounts and lockers within 15 days, including compensation for delays, to streamline processes and improve customer service across all banks

Farmers in Karimnagar, already hit by poor rainfall, face unofficial power cuts, with supply reduced to 14–15 hours a day. Heavy reliance on borewells for paddy irrigation is causing voltage drops, motor burnouts, and increased financial strain

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi likened Operation Sindoor to a chess game in the grey zone of warfare, saying it struck Pakistan’s heartland for the first time. He warned of future multi-front conflicts requiring technology-driven preparedness and narrative management

Forest officials accused Dimda villagers of encroaching on 2,635 acres of forest land despite owning revenue land. They offered land to genuine landless farmers and alleged political influence behind protests, saying reclaimed areas would help tiger conservation in the region

Air India Express has launched its ‘freedom sale’ to mark India’s 79th Independence Day, offering 50 lakh seats starting at Rs 1,279 for domestic and Rs 4,279 for international flights. The sale runs until August 15 for travel up to March 2026

Cyberabad police booked 340 people during a special drunk driving check on Saturday night. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders. Twelve had BAC levels above 301 mg/100 ml. All have been directed to appear before the court

The Petroleum Ministry has set up an expert committee to review 2019 petrol pump licensing rules, aiming to boost market efficiency, support alternative fuels, and align with India’s decarbonisation and electric mobility goals. Public feedback is invited by August 20

BRS leader K T Rama Rao welcomed reports of an IT Tower coming up in Adilabad, urging the Congress government to continue the decentralised IT model initiated under K Chandrashekhar Rao to boost local jobs, startups, and skill development

Hyderabad is witnessing a surge in seasonal diseases due to wet weather and high humidity, with hospitals reporting more dengue, chikungunya, and flu cases. Health officials advise weekly ‘Dry Days’ and preventive measures to curb mosquito breeding and infection spread

A fire broke out in the Civil Supplies Department’s godown at the Agriculture Market Yard in Metpalli, Jagtial, on Sunday. Two fire tenders brought the blaze under control. Gunny bags were destroyed, causing Rs 9 lakh in estimated damage