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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

Telugu cineworkers have threatened to halt film shoots over wage disputes, rejecting producers’ partial hike proposals. The Federation demands equal pay hikes for all 10,000 workers, while actor Chiranjeevi distances himself from the strike. Talks with the Film Chamber continue.

Heavy overnight rains flooded several areas of Hyderabad’s Old City, damaging homes, shops, and vehicles. With little official help, residents tried clearing water themselves as multiple localities reported severe waterlogging, causing inconvenience to commuters and losses to traders.

GHMC will hold an indie puppy adoption drive at Jalagam Vengalrao Park, Banjara Hills, on August 17. The initiative aims to find homes for stray puppies, offering health checks and vaccinations to encourage adoption over pet purchases.

Heavy rain on Saturday night brought Hyderabad to a standstill, flooding key areas and stranding commuters for hours. Nampally recorded 11.75 cm rainfall, with GHMC and civic teams battling waterlogging, fallen trees, and debris to restore traffic flow.

Director Harish Shankar dismissed speculation about his next project, confirming he is fully engaged in completing Ustaad Bhagat Singh starring Pawan Kalyan. The film, produced by Mythri Movie Makers, is in post-production with an action-packed climax recently wrapped.

Karnataka Minister K.N. Rajanna questioned the Congress party’s silence on alleged voter list manipulation during its own tenure, saying irregularities occurred “before our eyes.” His blunt remarks have stirred debate on internal accountability and electoral vigilance within the party.

Police constable Anil from Karimnagar, who had attempted suicide by consuming pesticides two days ago, died while undergoing treatment at a hospital in Peddapalli on Sunday. Police are investigating the cause of the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday launched three Vande Bharat Express trains, including the Bengaluru–Belagavi route, which cuts travel time by over an hour. The new services aim to boost connectivity, economic growth, and regional integration.

Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman visited Udupi Sri Krishna Matha, unveiling a traditional yali and urging unity, prayers, and service to the nation. She was conferred the title ‘Bharat Lakshmi’ and recalled blessings received during a difficult period in her life.

Pakistan’s airports authority lost Rs 4.1 billion in overflight revenue between April 24 and June 30 after banning Indian aircraft from its airspace, a move reciprocated by India following the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack and subsequent Operation Sindoor.

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Anupama Parameswaran stars in Paradha, a women-centric drama about a village woman defying oppressive traditions. Backed by Raj and DK, the film explores resilience, sisterhood, and empowerment, blending rural struggles with a powerful tale of finding strength against societal odds.

Italy’s special envoy Francesco Talo called India “crucial” to the IMEC project, citing its vast market, production capacity, and role in goods, energy, and data connectivity. Projects like the Blue Raman cable aim to boost India-Europe links in trade and technology.