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Commonwealth Games bronze medallist Selva Prabhu said food poisoning hampered his performance in the men's triple jump final in Glasgow, costing him a chance at gold. The Tamil Nadu athlete is now focused on securing qualification for the 2026 Asian Games
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The Varanasi Municipal Corporation collected Rs 49,000 in fines from meat sellers violating the Shravan closure order. Civic authorities said inspections will continue to enforce restrictions imposed in view of Kanwar Yatra movement and devotees' religious sentiments
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The Visakhapatnam District Athletics Association and Andhra Pradesh Athletics Association congratulated Olympian Jyothi Yarraji after she won the women's 100m hurdles gold at IFAM Oordegem in Belgium with a time of 12.85 seconds, boosting her preparations for the 2026 Asian Games
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FC Raengdai continued their dream debut campaign in the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup with a thrilling 4-3 victory over TRAU FC in Imphal. The newcomers made it two wins in two matches to climb to the top of Group D with six points
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Educational institutions in Uttar Pradesh's Meerut and Ghaziabad will remain closed till August 12 due to heavy Kanwar Yatra movement. Authorities cited student safety and traffic management, while exempting examinations already scheduled by schools, colleges and universities
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Warangal-born Hyderabad coach T.K. Dilip has ended a memorable five-year tenure as India's fielding coach after playing a key role in multiple ICC and Asia Cup triumphs. Known for introducing the 'Best Fielder' medal, he leaves behind a lasting legacy despite limited public recognition
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Centuries by Mickil Jaiswal, Bhavesh Seth and Arhaan Satwalekar highlighted Monday's A-Division two-day league cricket matches in Hyderabad, while Tanay Thyagarajann, Ronald Roy Rodrigues, Yashveer Goud and Rishab Baslas starred with five- and six-wicket hauls for their respective teams
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Jogini Shyamala Devi and her disciples staged a protest during Bonalu celebrations in Secunderabad after the Bonam carried by her was allegedly toppled a day earlier. Police stopped the group from entering a restricted area near the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple, leading to brief tension.
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The Supreme Court clarified that "criminal antecedents" refers only to grave and heinous offences while allowing states to withdraw FIRs against eligible student protesters. The court also proposed framing guidelines on pellet gun use and continued hearing allegations of police excesses
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Lakshmi, the caparisoned elephant carrying the sacred portrait of Goddess Mahakali, led the traditional Ambari procession during Lashkar Bonalu in Secunderabad. Hundreds of devotees gathered along the route as cultural performances and strict safety measures marked the annual religious event.
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The Centre proposed a regulatory framework for two-wheeled road ambulances to improve emergency healthcare access in remote and hilly areas. The draft mandates AIS-209 compliance for new vehicles from October 2027 and introduces fitness certification requirements
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During the annual Rangam ritual at the Ujjaini Mahakali Temple in Secunderabad, oracle Swaranalatha warned of possible floods, fire accidents and loss of life in Telangana while also predicting abundant rainfall. She urged the temple management to install a Goddess idol without further delay.
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Introduced as the new face of the PBPartners ecosystem, Beema Singh embodies the platform's core values of trust, guidance, and partnership. The mascot has been designed to simplify insurance conversations, strengthen agent partner engagement, and make learning more interactive through easy-to-understand and regionally relevant communication.
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TRAI launched a revamped MyCall app with real-time call quality ratings, call-drop reporting and coverage tests. The upgraded Android application enables users to share feedback directly with telecom operators to help improve network performance and customer experience
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The Hyderabad Police have advised residents to stay indoors and avoid unnecessary travel following the IMD's forecast of heavy rainfall until Monday night. Motorists have been urged to avoid waterlogged roads, drive cautiously and follow official weather and traffic advisories.
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The Bombay High Court questioned the police over the handling of Disha Salian's death, asking why no FIR was registered despite her father's allegations. The court also raised concerns over the post-mortem findings and posted the matter for hearing on August 24
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CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke said India's student protesters should draw inspiration from Mahatma Gandhi instead of Bangladesh or Nepal. He outlined the organisation's expansion plans, backed student movements across India and called for greater investment in education and compensation for NEET victims' families
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ICC Chairman Jay Shah inaugurated Tanzania's first ICC-approved cricket arena at the University of Dar es Salaam, calling it a landmark for African cricket. The venue will serve as the country's high-performance centre and support elite and grassroots cricket development
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Eisai has launched LEQEMBI (lecanemab) in India after receiving CDSCO approval, introducing the country's first disease-modifying therapy for early Alzheimer's disease. The treatment is indicated for patients with mild cognitive impairment and mild dementia and aims to slow disease progression.
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The government informed Parliament that 352 significant technical defects were reported in flight operations till June 2026, while the DGCA issued 382 show-cause notices for safety violations since January 2024 and undertook multiple enforcement actions against airlines
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An undertrial prisoner from Mahabubabad, arrested in a 2017 murder case after failing to appear in court, died while undergoing treatment at MGM Hospital in Warangal. His family alleged they were informed only after his death. Police said the body would be handed over after the post-mortem
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The Congress high command's approval of the Karnataka cabinet expansion has revived expectations of a Telangana cabinet expansion. Aspirants are intensifying lobbying efforts amid speculation over vacant berths, portfolio reshuffles and the possible induction of Assembly Speaker G Prasad Kumar
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Pretoria Capitals captain Keshav Maharaj credited head coach Sourav Ganguly for fostering a strong team culture that helped the franchise reach the SA20 Season 4 final. He also praised the Centurion crowd ahead of the team's Season 5 opener
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Twenty-seven students of the Government Tribal Girls' Ashram School in Wardhannapet, Warangal district, were hospitalised after developing symptoms of suspected food poisoning. Officials launched an inquiry, while the Collector ordered a detailed investigation into the incident and hostel hygiene conditions
