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Patny Nagar residents gheraoed SCB CEO D Madhukar Naik during his visit to inspect flooding after Patny Nala overflowed. Residents blamed wall demolition for the inundation. Naik defended the action, citing safety concerns and illegal encroachments.

At least 19 people, including a child, were injured—four seriously—when fireworks went off at ground level during a show at the Rheinkirmes fair in Dusseldorf, Germany. Emergency teams responded quickly, and police are investigating the cause of the mishap

Sri Lankan rubber exporters are urging the US to cut Trump-era tariffs to 15–20 per cent to stay competitive with Indonesia. A government delegation is in Washington negotiating relief as the current 30 per cent duty threatens USD300 million in annual exports

Russia launched over 300 drones and 30 missiles on Ukraine, killing one person and injuring others, including a child. The attack damaged infrastructure and homes. Ukraine's President Zelenskyy thanked allies for defense help as Russia steps up its bombardment

A 15-year-old girl was set on fire by three unknown men in Puri, Odisha. She suffered 70 per cent burns but is able to speak. The government will pay for her treatment, and police are investigating to catch the attackers

Samsung’s seventh-generation foldable smartphones — Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 — received a record 2.1 lakh pre-orders in India within 48 hours. The company credits young Indian consumers for rapidly adopting its Made-in-India, AI-powered foldable technology

India and the United States concluded the fifth round of negotiations for a proposed bilateral trade agreement in Washington. Talks focused on tariffs, agriculture, and key sectors, with both sides aiming to finalise an interim deal before the August 1 deadline

The HCA’s adjourned AGM on Saturday unanimously appointed Justice (Retd) Suresh Kumar Kait as Ombudsman and Justice (Retd) K.C. Bhanu as Ethics Officer. Despite expectations of discord, the meeting passed off peacefully, focusing only on the appointments.

Arjun Reddy Aluguvelli won the state-level Under-19 badminton singles title in Nanded, Maharashtra, defeating Mumbai’s Aryan Talwar. He will now compete in a zonal tournament in September. The young athlete was felicitated by family and supporters at his hometown.

A leaked video from the sets of Chiranjeevi and Nayanthara’s upcoming film Mega 157 has caused a stir online, prompting a stern warning from the makers. Legal action has been threatened against further breaches.

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Tension broke out at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal after Telangana Cricket Joint Action Committee members protested, demanding equal representation in HCA. Police took the protesters into custody and shifted them to Uppal police station. No untoward incident was reported.

A surge in student suicides and food poisoning cases across Telangana's government residential institutions has sparked public outrage. Activists and opposition parties are demanding accountability, with BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao slamming the Congress government's "misplaced priorities" in the education sector.

The Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams suspended four employees accused of following non-Hindu faiths, citing violation of institutional conduct. The action followed an internal vigilance report and departmental investigation.

Rachakonda Police Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu has ordered the closure of all liquor outlets in the Commissionerate limits from 6 am on Sunday to 6 am on Monday in view of Bonalu. Violators will face strict legal action, officials warned.

After a short break overnight, rains are likely to resume in Hyderabad on Saturday, with scattered thunderstorms expected in multiple suburbs. A weather alert issued around noon warned of rainfall within hours, followed by more spells post 2:30 pm.

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A second-year student of Velpur Social Welfare Boys Residential College died by suicide near Armoor, triggering concerns over safety and mental health in government residential institutions. Security lapses are suspected, and police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Security was intensified at Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium in Uppal for the Hyderabad Cricket Association meeting following a fund misuse case involving HCA president Jagan Mohan Rao. Police barred suspended members and Commissioner G. Sudheer Babu reviewed arrangements in person.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s claim that he will serve for 10 years has stirred discontent in the Congress party. Several legislators, including Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy, have criticised the remarks, calling them undemocratic and contrary to party principles.

The NIA filed a supplementary chargesheet against CPI (Maoist) leader C P Moideen in a conspiracy case, alleging his key role in armed activities and ideological operations in southern India.

Following heavy rainfall in upstream areas, fresh inflows were recorded in Osmansagar and Himayatsagar reservoirs near Hyderabad. Authorities are monitoring the situation as water levels steadily increase.

Traffic was brought to a halt on Punjagutta road after a truck carrying onions overturned near the metro station. Police used a crane to clear the road and diverted traffic briefly.