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Olympic champion PV Sindhu, at GVK Diagnostics’ first anniversary, emphasised the importance of preventive health check-ups, discipline, and recovery. She encouraged people to prioritize early health interventions to avoid setbacks, maintain consistency, and achieve long-term performance in sports and daily life

Hyderabad’s Hare Krishna Golden Temple hosted grand Sri Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, featuring darshan of Lord Krishna in multiple forms, Unjala Seva, 56 Chappan Bhog offerings, Shodashopachara Seva, and the evening 108-Kalasha Sandhya Maha Abhishekam, attracting devotees from across the city

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for mismanagement of Hyderabad's construction sector, citing plummeting building permissions, pending applications, and rising RR Tax. He accused the government of intimidating builders and undermining the city’s investment hub image

Munugode MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy has criticised Telangana CM A Revanth Reddy and party leadership over fund allocations and cabinet posts. The TPCC has instructed its Disciplinary Committee to examine his repeated outbursts amid rising tensions in the party

BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned political double standards over dam safety, criticising silence on Polavaram’s second cofferdam collapse while Kaleshwaram faced intense scrutiny. He urged NDSA, Congress, and BJP to act consistently on national and Telangana projects

The Air Force Band, led by Warrant Officer B Ranga Rao, delivered a spectacular Independence Day performance at Bison Ground, Secunderabad. Patriotic songs, dynamic instrumentation, and energetic stage presence delighted dignitaries and the twin cities’ public during the 79th Independence Day celebrations

Hyderabad remained mostly dry after overnight showers on Saturday, though skies stayed cloudy. Residents avoided travelling due to fear of traffic snarls. The IMD forecast very heavy to extremely heavy rains in several Telangana districts, including Adilabad, Bhadradri Kothagudem and Mulugu

Udai Omni Hospital, Hyderabad, launched the fully indigenous Misso robotic system for joint replacements, with plans to expand its use to hip, spine, and trauma surgeries. The hospital will also soon add a Cath Lab, AI diagnostics, and advanced rehab facilities

More than 200 bikers took part in Tiranga Torque 2025: Freedom on Wheels, celebrating Independence Day with flag hoisting, cultural programs, a patriotic quiz, road safety awareness, and music. The event brought together bikers, sponsors, and citizens in a spirited display of unity.

BRS leader S Niranjan Reddy hit out at the Congress government, warning of a 10–15 per cent crop yield loss in Telangana due to the urea crisis. He alleged black marketing, supply shortfalls, and government apathy, threatening protests if farmers’ needs remain unmet

With heavy rain forecast across Telangana, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy ordered officials to stay on high alert, deploy disaster teams, evacuate families from low-lying areas, monitor reservoirs, restrict risky traffic, and step up health and sanitation measures

US universities are emerging as launchpads for Indian students aspiring to lead in technology, business, and entrepreneurship. With hands-on learning, startup ecosystems, and training in geopolitics, these programs prepare students to innovate, adapt, and scale ventures globally

Union Minister Bandi Sanjay countered the ‘Marwadi Go Back’ rallies in Telangana, highlighting Marwaris’ positive contribution to the state’s economy. He warned of a potential ‘Rohingya Go Back’ movement and urged the public not to support politically motivated campaigns

Revanth Reddy, at the CREDAI Property Show, praised AP CM Chandrababu Naidu for developing HITEC City, criticised the delay in Metro expansion, and sought PM Modi’s help to restructure ₹2 lakh crore loans to ease the State’s debt crisis

Residents of Surya Nagar Colony, Shaikpet, celebrated the 79th Independence Day by inviting sanitation workers to hoist the national flag. The event featured sports, health check-ups, and a community breakfast, while also addressing recent abuse incidents against the workers

State Bank of India’s Hyderabad Local Head Office celebrated the 79th Independence Day and 60 years of SBI in Telangana. CGM S Radhakrishnan announced plans to grow market share by one percent in every district, urging collective leadership action

Hyderabad Traffic Police announced diversions on August 16 from 4 a.m. to 11 p.m. in the Abid Road area for the Lord Sri Krishna Janmashtami Mahotsava at ISKCON Temple. Alternative routes and parking at Exhibition Grounds, Nampally, are suggested for devotees.

Rachakonda police arrested a Bihar native, Shiv Kumar, for illegally possessing three country-made firearms and live ammunition at Charlapalli. He allegedly conspired with his absconding brother-in-law to sell weapons in Hyderabad. A case has been registered under the Arms Act

Two Hyderabad residents lost nearly Rs 20 lakh in separate online scams. One fell victim to a fake trading website after meeting a woman on a dating app, while another was cheated when seeking a paint distributor online. Cybercrime police are investigating

PJTSAU will conduct counselling for its BSc Agriculture dual degree with Western Sydney University on August 18 at Rajendranagar. Joint counselling for agriculture and allied courses under three state universities will follow from August 19 to 23