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Surya Kant urged judges not to fear AI but use it cautiously, stressing it must aid—not replace—human judgment. He warned against over-reliance, highlighting risks like inaccuracies and misuse while emphasising judicial independence and constitutional values

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged the Centre to establish a green steel plant in Bayyaram and an EV battery hub in Hyderabad. He also proposed steel recycling units, robotics manufacturing parks, and a national skill development institute to boost industrial growth.

Fifty-one students graduated from Amazon’s data centre skilling programme in Hyderabad, designed to train professionals for cloud infrastructure roles. The AWS-backed initiative supports India’s growing demand for data centre talent amid rapid expansion of cloud and AI services.

Maize farmers’ protest over delayed procurement disrupted traffic in Nagarkurnool. Farmers alleged irregularities in the procurement process, including delays in fingerprint verification and transport of stocks. Police intervened, while officials assured that procurement would be expedited.

Rajya Sabha concluded its Budget Session with about 110% productivity, said Chairman C. P. Radhakrishnan. Key bills were passed, extensive debates held, and Harivansh was re-elected Deputy Chairman

Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a candid photo dump offering glimpses of her personal and professional life. She is currently shooting for S. S. Rajamouli’s Varanasi in Hyderabad, alongside Mahesh Babu and Prithviraj Sukumaran.

Delhi Police Special Cell arrested four youths from multiple states for online radicalisation and alleged terror plotting, including IED preparation and recruitment. Investigators linked the module to reconnaissance at Red Fort and potential high-profile targets

ISRO chief V Narayanan said India plans to launch a G20 climate satellite by 2027, expand commercial missions, and aims for a human Moon mission by 2040, alongside progress in deep-sea exploration projects

A woman constable in Hyderabad allegedly attempted suicide after being pressured by her husband, also a constable, to undergo an abortion. She is undergoing treatment after consuming tablets at her residence in Yousufguda. Police are examining the case.

British American Tobacco said Pakistan has the world’s largest illicit cigarette market, with 55% share. High taxes widened price gaps, boosting illegal trade while failing to cut consumption or significantly increase government revenue, reports suggest

Udhayanidhi Stalin accused the BJP-led Centre of withholding funds and curbing state rights, while promising expanded welfare schemes ahead of polls, including increased aid for women, student benefits, and new subsidies for households

The PIB fact-checking unit has dismissed online claims that the RBI introduced new guidelines for exchanging discontinued currency. It clarified that the claims are fake, urged citizens to rely on official sources, and warned against spreading unverified information.

The Monalisa Bhosle case has intensified, with a court order barring her arrest even as Madhya Pradesh Police continue their probe in Kerala. Investigations centre on alleged underage marriage, forged documents, and POCSO violations involving her husband.

Siddaramaiah urged a Supreme Court bench in South India to improve access to justice, while highlighting AI’s benefits in reducing pendency. He cautioned against algorithmic bias, stressing judicial independence, human judgment, and balanced tech adoption

Hyderabad police launched ‘Operation Safe School’ deploying 5,000 personnel to curb tobacco sales near schools. Undercover operations led to action against pan shop owners selling nicotine products to minors under COTPA and JJ Act provisions.

DP World Professional Golf Tour of India has appointed Rachana Bahadur, Country Head – India at Synchrony Financial, as an advisor. She brings extensive global leadership experience across banking and operations to support the growth of professional golf in India.

Revanth Reddy’s presence at a breakfast meeting with NDA leaders in New Delhi, a day after the delimitation bill setback, triggered political speculation despite claims it was informal and focused on Hyderabad’s electric bus rollout

Villagers of Jevula Thanda in Sangareddy staged a rasta roko protesting a month-long drinking water shortage, forcing residents to fetch water from distant sources and disrupting livelihoods amid inaction from Mission Bhagiratha officials.

German rock band Scorpions has cancelled its four-city India tour due to medical issues affecting members. The band was scheduled to perform in Shillong, Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru, and Mumbai, with organisers confirming automatic ticket refunds for all bookings.

Punjab Kings captain Shreyas Iyer says he enjoys the ‘Sarpanch’ tag and is focused on staying present as his team pushes for the IPL title. He emphasised teamwork, player inputs, and maintaining pressure in key match situations.

Vijay Deverakonda has announced his next film with director Shouryuv, unveiling a strong international technical team. The project, tentatively titled VDxShouryuv, has generated excitement among fans, with speculation rising over actress Mrunal Thakur’s possible involvement.

Parts of the erstwhile Adilabad district continued to reel under intense heat wave conditions, with temperatures crossing 44°C in several mandals. Daily life was disrupted as people stayed indoors and farmers suspended agricultural activities amid extreme weather conditions.

The GHMC intensified its footpath encroachment clearance drive across Hyderabad, carrying out demolitions in multiple zones. With police support, officials deployed earthmovers in key locations to reclaim pedestrian spaces and address long-standing encroachment issues across the city.

Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed South African pacer Gerald Coetzee as a replacement for injured David Payne for the remainder of IPL 2026. Coetzee brings international experience and added pace strength as SRH push for a strong finish this season.