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TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud defended Konda Surekha’s removal from the Telangana Cabinet, saying the AICC acted on the TPCC Disciplinary Committee’s report. He also ruled out discussions on Cabinet expansion or reshuffle with the party high command.
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Air India terminated the pilot-in-command of its Phuket-Delhi flight after he tested positive for a psychoactive substance. The action followed an AAIB preliminary report flagging drug use as a serious safety concern after the flight suffered an altitude upset
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Smriti Mandhana revealed how injured teammate Jemimah Rodrigues’ light-hearted pre-match banter helped ease her nerves before she smashed a record-breaking 124 against Hong Kong in the Women’s Asia Cup. The knock took Mandhana to a record 18 international centuries
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Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal urged India and Belgium to collaborate on lab-grown diamonds, focusing on technology and certification. He also highlighted cooperation in semiconductors, green hydrogen, ports, defence and advanced manufacturing while discussing the India-EU FTA and global trade
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Mailardevpally Police arrested a former worker in connection with the burglary of Rs 24.49 lakh from the Harsh Bakers Biscuit Company office at Katedan. Police said CCTV footage helped identify the accused and Rs 24.4 lakh cash was recovered intact.
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Adilabad police arrested six members of an inter-State gang accused of illegal cattle transportation and attempting to murder a toll plaza staffer in Neradigonda. Police seized 47 cows, a truck and ganja, while three other accused persons remained absconding.
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Sri Krishna Janmashtami was celebrated with devotional fervour at Hare Krishna Golden Temple in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad, with special sevas, abhishekams, cultural exhibits and a midnight Maha Mangala Arati. Festivities were also held at Hare Krishna Heritage Tower in Kokapet
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The Supreme Court-appointed Aravalli High-Powered Committee has sought six more months to submit its final report, citing the need for comprehensive scientific assessment. The panel proposed an Aravalli Ecosystem Landscape framework after field visits and receiving around 680 public representations
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Andhra Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan has directed Pollution Control Board officials to issue summons to Andhra Paper Mills over alleged violations and pollution in the Godavari. He accused the company of contributing half of Rajahmundry’s liquid waste
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Telangana paddler Akula Sreeja will lead the Indian women’s table tennis team at the 2026 Asian Games in Japan. Her coach-cum-mentor Somnath Ghosh will also join the Indian coaching staff, making the event a significant milestone for both
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Four people were arrested in Indore for allegedly buying and selling bank accounts used in cyber fraud. Police said the accounts facilitated fraudulent cryptocurrency transactions, with one linked to complaints in Andhra Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. Another suspect remains absconding
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Telangana Throwball Association will conduct selection trials for the State junior boys’ and girls’ teams on September 6 at LB Stadium in Hyderabad. Selected players will represent Telangana at the 36th Junior National Throwball Championship in Nashik
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The Congress government in Telangana has completed 1,000 days in office amid criticism over HYDRAA demolitions, land acquisition, Musi Riverfront evacuations, food poisoning incidents, farmers’ protests and internal dissent among MLAs over inadequate funds for development works.
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Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman invited global companies to explore investment opportunities in India’s rapidly expanding digital infrastructure sector during meetings in New York. She highlighted growth in AI, cloud computing, digital services, financial markets and the country’s reform-oriented business environment
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Kerala's Cabinet is participating in a two-day IIM Kozhikode workshop focused on the state's long-term development. Discussions cover artificial intelligence, ageing, climate resilience, healthcare, employment, migration, fiscal pressures and ways to build a knowledge-driven, technology-enabled economy
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West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari reviewed the flood situation following heavy rainfall, assuring residents there was no need to panic. Authorities are evacuating vulnerable people, arranging relief supplies and monitoring rising river levels across inundated areas of the state
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Rajasthan has recorded a 21.16 per cent rainfall deficit this monsoon, with 21 districts receiving deficient rainfall. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot has urged the government to prepare for drought-like conditions, while fresh rain is forecast over several regions
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The BRS stepped up its statewide agitation for the third consecutive day, coinciding with the Congress government completing 1,000 days in office. Party leaders accused the ruling dispensation of failing to implement key election promises, including pensions, women’s assistance and farmer welfare, while staging symbolic protests across Telangana.
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RCB head coach Malolan Rangarajan credited Smriti Mandhana's relentless discipline and high standards for her record-breaking achievements in women's international cricket. Teammates Arundhati Reddy and Radha Yadav also praised the India vice-captain's leadership, preparation and consistency
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At least nine flights were diverted from Delhi airport on Friday due to bad weather, with four each diverted to Jaipur and Lucknow and one to Ahmedabad. Heavy rains also caused over 400 flight delays at the capital's busiest airport
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Osmania University Vice-Chancellor Prof M Kumar was felicitated with the Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan Excellence Award by the Telangana Intellectuals Forum State Chapter in Hyderabad. The honour was in recognition of his over three decades of contribution to education.
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India’s refurbished smartphone volumes grew 13 percent year-on-year in January-June, while new smartphone volumes declined 11 percent, Counterpoint Research said. Samsung led the refurbished market with 30 percent share, while the segment is expected to grow 16 percent in 2026.
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Manipur Chief Minister Y Khemchand Singh urged communities to collectively bridge the trust deficit, reject violence and promote harmony. During his visit to Kangpokpi, Singh highlighted the shared suffering of Meitei and Kuki communities and called for creating a peaceful future
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Siddipet defeated Warangal 4-0 in the Asmita Football League Championship Under-16 tournament in Nizamabad on Friday. Swapna, Arpitha, Kruthiks and Manashwini scored for Siddipet. Nizamabad beat Mahabubnagar 2-0, while Nalgonda defeated Gadwal 3-0