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CRPF Director General Gyanendra Pratap Singh visited the newly established Tadapala FOB in Bastar, reviewing post–Operation Black Forest progress. He interacted with jawans, reaffirmed the 2026 anti-Maoist deadline, and spent the night at the base to boost troop morale

Left parties held a protest in Hyderabad alleging that fake encounters were taking place under Operation Kagaar. They demanded that the government stop such actions, ensure accountability, and order transparent investigations while stressing the need to protect democratic rights and legal procedures.

A new WHO report reveals that nearly 30 per cent of Indian women have faced intimate partner violence in their lifetime, with global levels largely unchanged for decades. The report warns of declining funding, rising risks and slow progress toward eliminating violence against women

The Telangana government issued transfer orders for 32 IPS officers in a major reshuffle. Senior officer D S Chauhan was given additional charge, while several DCPs and SPs were assigned new postings across districts and key wings.

The Indian HAL Tejas crashed around 2.10 pm local time while flying a demonstration flight for a crowd. It wasn't immediately clear if the pilot ejected

Hyderabad Police have added Foreigners Act sections against iBomma founder Ravi, who is accused of causing huge losses to the Telugu film industry. Investigators are probing his citizenship status, bank transactions, crypto fund transfers and global links behind the piracy network.

A Tejas fighter jet of the Indian Air Force crashed in a ball of fire during an aerial display at the Dubai Air Show, killing the pilot. Authorities have launched a court of inquiry, while officials and leaders condoled the loss

Traffic on NH 44 came to a halt after farmers in Adilabad staged a rasta roko protesting restrictions on cotton and soybean procurement. The JAC alleged that CCI was not buying cotton at the support price and farmers faced losses due to new rules

With the Supreme Court directing the Telangana Assembly Speaker to decide on the disqualification pleas of 10 BRS MLAs, Patancheru may face a by election. MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy, who joined Congress, is politically isolated as both parties move away

Ram Gopal Varma defended S S Rajamouli’s right to be an atheist after his statement at the Varanasi title launch sparked controversy. Varma cited constitutional rights, criticized jealous detractors, and highlighted Rajamouli’s success and artistic freedom.

Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari on Friday requested Speaker G Prasad Kumar for more time to respond in the BRS disqualification case. While eight MLAs have filed their affidavits, Srihari and Danam Nagender have sought extensions despite the Supreme Court’s deadline.

South Africa refused to hand over the G20 Presidency to a “junior” US official, rejecting Washington’s request and criticising remarks from the White House that insulted President Ramaphosa. Tensions rose amid Trump’s renewed claims about South Africa, as global leaders arrived for the summit

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the Congress government’s Bhu Bharati system has become a centre of corruption and delays, causing distress among farmers. He said pending land applications and protests show the failure of revenue reforms and demanded urgent action

A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Dhaka and nearby regions, killing four people—including a newborn—and injuring over 50. The tremor damaged multiple buildings, triggered fires, and caused widespread panic. Experts warn the quake is a serious reminder of Bangladesh’s high seismic vulnerability

Bitcoin fell 7.18% to $85,966, its lowest since April, as US jobs data and economic uncertainty triggered a crypto selloff. Ether dropped 7.92%, wiping out gains for 2025 amid cautious investor sentiment and falling risk appetite.

BRS leader Manne Krishank accused the Revanth Reddy government of favoring fake companies while targeting genuine investors with cases. He called the Formula E prosecution against KTR political revenge and demanded a probe into a Rs 345 crore MoU with a Rs 1 lakh company.

The BRS has accused the Telangana Congress government of orchestrating a Rs 5 lakh crore scam by undervaluing and converting over 9,200 acres of industrial land in Hyderabad. KTR warned all transactions under the HILTP would be cancelled if BRS regains power

Former Minister T Harish Rao gifted cots worth Rs 6 lakh to students of BC Residential School, Thadkapally, fulfilling a promise made during his recent visit. Students and staff expressed gratitude for the gesture, which included prior T-shirt distribution.

Students protested in Parthipuram after TGRTC buses refused boarding due to overcrowding. Parents raised concerns over reduced free bus services on the Kurnool-Raichur route, affecting students, women farmers, and daily wage labourers. RTC urged to increase buses on the route.

GHMC issued notices to Annapurna and Ramanaidu Studios over unpaid trade licence fees. Annapurna, hosting a Bigg Boss 9 set without permission, paid Rs 7 lakh; Ramanaidu has paid Rs 1,900 against Rs 1.92 lakh dues. Both must settle full payments.

Shubman Gill is ruled out of India’s second Test against South Africa due to a neck injury and will undergo further assessment in Mumbai. Rishabh Pant will captain India, becoming the 38th Test leader and second wicketkeeper-batter to do so.

Allu Arjun celebrated his daughter Arha’s ninth birthday with an Instagram post. Arha, who debuted in Shaakuntalam, is part of the actor’s family that recently welcomed his sister-in-law Nayanika after Allu Sirish’s engagement.

Frida Kahlo’s 1940 self-portrait *El sueño (La cama)* sold for US$54.7 million in New York, setting a new auction record for any female artist and surpassing Georgia O’Keeffe’s previous record, while prompting cultural debate over its sale and future visibility

President Droupadi Murmu offered prayers at the Tirumala Sri Venkateswara temple, accompanied by Andhra Pradesh CM Chandrababu Naidu and officials. She received traditional honours, including Sesha Vastram and Veda Ashirvachanam, following visits to Sri Varaha Swamy and Sri Padmavathi temples