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Resonance Educational Institutions has launched RESO-SMART, an AI-powered classroom learning platform, in partnership with Samsung-backed Taghive. The initiative will benefit over 20,000 students across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh with AI-driven quizzes, real-time analysis, and adaptive learning tools
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SEBI has proposed easing FPI norms to allow resident Indians and mutual funds greater access to foreign funds via IFSC-based schemes. The move aims to boost investment diversification, with public feedback invited until August 29
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On the first anniversary of her daughter’s rape and murder, the RG Kar victim’s mother alleged police manhandled her during a Nabanna protest march in Kolkata. Police denied the claims, but tensions flared as leaders traded political accusations
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Hyderabad police rescued four Bangladeshi women from a prostitution racket and arrested three organisers. Two accused, including a Bangladeshi woman who allegedly lured victims into India through illegal routes, are absconding. The victims were rescued following a police raid in Mehdipatnam
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Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh confirmed that the Indian Air Force shot down six Pakistani aircraft, including an AWACS, during Operation Sindoor. Precision strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK followed the Pahalgam attack, showcasing India’s air defence and strike capabilities
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The Hyderabad Traffic Police issued traffic diversions for the War 2 pre-release event scheduled on August 10 at Yousufguda Battalion Police Lines. Commuters have been advised to avoid routes near Kotla Vijaya Bhasker Reddy Stadium to prevent delays.
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Police in Hassan arrested three men for allegedly gang raping a differently abled woman, recording the assault, and sending the video to her brother. The case is under investigation, with forensic analysis and medical examination forming key evidence
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The erstwhile Adilabad district marked World Indigenous Peoples Day with rallies, tributes to tribal icons, and cultural performances. Officials urged preservation of traditions while pledging improved infrastructure and welfare for tribal communities across Adilabad, Asifabad, Mancherial, and Nirmal districts
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On Rakhi Pournami, RTC driver GS Narayana’s sister Sarada met him at Ramayampet bus station as he couldn’t take leave. She tied a rakhi, shared sweets, and the touching moment drew admiration from passengers
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BRS leader Ravula Sridhar Reddy accused Union Minister Bandi Sanjay of making baseless remarks against KCR and KTR, calling him unfit for the Cabinet. He criticised Sanjay’s lack of contributions to Telangana and warned of consequences if his rhetoric continued
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WHO has certified Kenya free of human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) as a public health challenge, making it the 10th country to achieve this milestone. The disease, spread by tsetse flies, causes severe illness and was last detected in Kenya in 2012
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The Income Tax Department has released the ITR-5 Excel utility for AY 2024-25, enabling partnership firms, LLPs, and other eligible entities to file returns. Updates include MSME, startup, and crypto reporting provisions, with a September 15 deadline for non-audit cases
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Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not occupy Gaza but will demilitarise it and form a peaceful civilian administration. The statement follows cabinet approval to take over Gaza City, a move criticised by Israeli opposition as dangerous and counterproductive
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J&K Congress chief Tariq Karra began a hunger strike in Srinagar demanding restoration of statehood. The protest, part of the ‘Hamari Riyasat, Hamara Haq’ campaign, will be held across districts till August 21, awaiting developments in Parliament on the issue
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A controversy broke out in Madhya Pradesh’s Raisen after a convent school allegedly distributed Hindi alphabet charts with Islamic references. The principal admitted an “inadvertent” error as authorities launched an inquiry, citing guidelines against religious content in school study materials
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Sharad Pawar backed Rahul Gandhi’s “vote theft” claims, urging the Election Commission to hold a detailed probe to protect electoral integrity. Pawar criticised the EC for seeking an oath from Gandhi and said Opposition parties will march to the EC office
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The Congress government in Telangana is exploring legal options, including moving the Supreme Court, to defer local body polls beyond the High Court's September deadline, citing delay in BC reservations and unfavourable political conditions. Opposition has criticised the move
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Four helicopters evacuated 287 more people from disaster-hit Uttarkashi on Saturday, taking the total rescued to over 1,000. Four deaths confirmed, 49 missing, and road restoration underway with Bailey bridge construction to reconnect flood-hit Dharal
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Patna Pirates, three-time PKL champions, aim for a record fourth title in Season 12 under new head coach Anup Kumar. With a strong defence but key player exits, the team faces challenges and opportunities ahead of the new season
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TPCC president B Mahesh Kumar Goud announced that the Janahita Padayatra will resume after August 23. Dismissing rumours of a rift with CM Revanth Reddy, he claimed a BC leader would be Telangana’s next CM and defended the padayatra’s popularity
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India and Oman are close to finalising their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, with the signing expected soon. The pact, currently being translated into Arabic, will reduce tariffs, ease trade norms, and strengthen bilateral trade ties exceeding USD 10 billion annually
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GHMC has launched new tech-driven services, including online tax payment, e-waste pickup, mosquito fogging requests, and asset mapping, via the MyGHMC app to make civic services faster, transparent, and citizen-friendly in Hyderabad
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BRS working president KT Rama Rao will file a petition in the Supreme Court on Monday seeking disqualification of MLCs who joined Congress without resigning. The move follows the court’s directive to act on defected MLAs within three months
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Over 900 students from 22 Hyderabad schools visited the National Institute of Nutrition’s Open Day under ICMR’s SHINE initiative, exploring exhibits, meeting scientists, and learning about health, nutrition, and innovation to inspire future scientific curiosity