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Shriya Pilgaonkar returns as Sweety in Mirzapur: The Movie, the big-screen extension of the hit OTT franchise. The actor says reuniting with the cast felt like a party, while recalling Sweety’s enduring popularity and the show’s unexpected cult following

BRS working president KT Rama Rao said data, AI and content sectors were poised for a golden era, stressing the need for companies to expand into Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities and create more opportunities for young talent.

Tension prevailed at JNTU Hyderabad after students from Manjeera and Gautami hostels allegedly clashed during Teej celebrations. Police detained eight students and are searching for three others. Several students were injured in a second clash early Friday, police said.

Student unions in Kothagudem district have demanded that the State government relocate Mahatma Jyotiba Phule Gurukul School/Junior College (Girls) from Khammam to Tekulapalli, where it was originally sanctioned, citing administrative confusion and difficulties faced by students.

Telangana has directed officials to hold SIR electoral roll hearings in the evenings in urban areas, particularly the CURE region, after low voter turnout was observed during daytime hearings. The move aims to help working professionals attend and submit documents.

New electors and voters making corrections to their electoral-roll details in Telangana are set to receive new EPIC cards after completion of the SIR. The ECI and CEO are making arrangements, with issuance expected about three months after the exercise.

The ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Telangana is expected to cost over Rs.200 crore, with around Rs.85 crore earmarked for salaries of Booth Level Officers and other officials involved in the exercise.

Hyderabad-based power electronics startup Leanwatts has raised approximately $2 million in seed funding across two tranches, led by Trivest Partners. The company develops EV charging and power electronics products, including portable and onboard chargers for multiple electric vehicle segments.

Indian athletes are spending nights in shipping containers at SAI centres in Patiala and Bengaluru to acclimatise to unusual accommodation planned for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The simulation aims to eliminate uncertainty and help athletes remain focused on competition

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Giorgia Meloni after she became Italy’s longest-serving postwar Prime Minister. He praised her role in strengthening the India-Italy Special Strategic Partnership and expressed readiness to continue cooperation between the two countries.

A 30-year-old man with chronic Budd-Chiari syndrome avoided a liver transplant after doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Kondapur, restored venous drainage from his liver through a minimally invasive procedure. His recurrent abdominal fluid accumulation resolved completely and liver function improved

World champion Sheetal Devi will headline India’s challenge as Ahmedabad hosts the country’s first international para archery event. The third stage of the 2026 Hyundai World Archery Para Series features 109 archers from 19 countries ahead of the Asian Para Games

Former British No. 1 Johanna Konta has defended Aryna Sabalenka after the world No. 1 hit back at a reporter over questions about her pre-US Open activities. Konta said athletes have brand commitments and suggested the questioning was antagonistic.

Former India captain Sourav Ganguly is returning to television hosting after a decade as the host of Bigg Boss Bangla. The former cricketer, who has hosted several shows, said the association with Endemol Shine India marks a new experience.

The Cockroach Janta Party said Delhi Police has assured it that Swatantra Bharadwaj, accused of assaulting student activist Nishu Azad’s father during a Jantar Mantar protest, will be arrested within 72 hours and face additional charges

A field visit near Shahikaman in Keesaragutta has identified a veeragallu as a sati stone, believed to date to the 14th–15th centuries. Nandi-carved pillars and a Banalinga found nearby point to medieval Shaivite traditions and memorial practices

The decomposed body of an unidentified woman was found in bushes near Sreenidhi University at Yamnampet on Friday. Police suspect she may have died about a week ago and are probing possible foul play while awaiting postmortem and forensic reports.

After defeating Hong Kong China by 137 runs in the Women’s Asia Cup, Indian players shared tactical advice, signed memorabilia and exchanged jerseys with their opponents. The interaction highlighted sportsmanship and camaraderie beyond competition, with Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur leading the gesture

Kai Havertz has reflected on his difficult start at Chelsea, saying the challenges he faced after moving to England shaped him personally and professionally. The Arsenal forward also discussed his positional change, set pieces and his admiration for the Premier League.

Alexander Zverev overcame another gruelling five-set battle at the US Open, defeating Quentin Halys in a four-hour marathon. The top seed credited his gym training and fitness regime for helping him survive difficult moments and reach the third round

India U-19 leg-spinner Rohit Yadav has been handed a two-year ban after CAB found discrepancies in his birth records. He has been withdrawn from the Australia U-19 series, while 65 players have been barred from registration or transfers.

India, already through to the Women’s Asia Cup semi-finals, face Pakistan in their final Group A clash in Dubai on Saturday. Smriti Mandhana and Shafali Verma are in form, while India will look to address middle-order concerns.

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh wished his mentee Abhishek Sharma on his 26th birthday, celebrating his growth as an international cricketer. Yuvraj shared a humorous video highlighting their close bond as Abhishek continues to establish himself as a T20I star.

Smriti Mandhana says inspiring young girls to play cricket matters more to her than personal records. The India vice-captain made history with 124 against Hong Kong China, becoming women’s international cricket’s leading run-scorer and recording several milestones.