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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

The 24th UCMAS National Competition began in Hyderabad with over 6,000 children from across India showcasing their mental arithmetic skills. The two-day event at GMC Balayogi Stadium includes competitions, cultural events and an awards ceremony honouring young math champions.

The Malakpet railway station redevelopment project, part of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme, has reached 70% progress. With modern facilities, metro integration, and eco-friendly design, the Rs 36.44 crore project is set to be completed by 2025, benefiting Old City passengers.

The DDRF rescued six family members, including three women and a child, trapped in a flooded house in Gudihathnoor mandal of Adilabad. Heavy rains also flooded shops in Utnoor, displaced families in Indervelli, and stranded residents in low-lying areas of the town

A five-year-old boy was allegedly kidnapped, sexually assaulted and murdered in Hyderabad’s Uppal. Police traced the accused, Kumar, through CCTV footage. He confessed during interrogation and was remanded. The child’s body was sent for post-mortem at Gandhi Hospital and later handed to the family.

Cyberabad police arrested two suspects in the daylight dacoity at Khazana Jewellery, Chandanagar. The accused, both from Bihar, allegedly helped a gang loot 10 kg of silver ornaments. Police said five others remain absconding and warned stores to strengthen security.

Tilak Varma, after a successful county stint with Hampshire, shares the valuable lessons learned. He also prepares to lead South Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy, potentially missing the Asia Cup

Hyderabad boxers M Ramcharan and G Abhinay secured silver and bronze medals respectively at the Sub-Junior National Boxing Championship in Noida. They train at Nizam College Ground under coach G Durga Prasad

Prime Minister Modi reiterated the government’s commitment to creating an inclusive sporting culture through the Khelo Bharat Neeti, which aims to foster excellence from grassroots to elite athlete levels, ensuring national sporting success

Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 celebrates Independence Day with a tribute to service members. Bharat from Telugu Titans and Varinder Singh from Gujarat Giants share their insights into how kabaddi connects with national service

M Siddhanth of Karnataka and Debanshi Chakraborty from West Bengal won the under-13 titles at the UTT National Ranking Table Tennis Championships, with Rajdeep Biswas and Aadya Baheti winning Under-11 titles

Saliya Saman, former Sri Lankan domestic cricketer, has been banned for five years by an ICC Anti-Corruption Tribunal for breaching the Emirates Cricket Board’s Anti-Corruption Code during the 2021 Abu Dhabi T10

TOFA wins 7-1 against Hazrat Nizamuddin Club in the AIFF Futsal Championship, with Ahtesham Ali, Raheem, Hammad, Chaitan, and Haseeb scoring. TOFA will face Bhawanipore FC in the semifinals

Cyberabad police have reportedly arrested suspects in the Chandanagar Khazana Jewellers robbery, believed to be a Bihar gang. The accused had rented a house in Jagadgirigutta and conducted reconnaissance before the heist. CCTV footage of vehicles helped trace them

Cyberabad police have intensified their probe into the Chandanagar Khazana Jewellers robbery, tracking suspects to Bidar and Pune. Evidence suggests a Bihar-based gang rented a house in Jagadgirigutta and planned the heist while working at a local glass unit

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

Former MLA Pilot Rohit Reddy denied rumours of joining the BJP, calling them false and politically motivated. He reaffirmed loyalty to the BRS, credited K Chandrashekar Rao for Telangana’s progress, and announced preparations for upcoming local body elections.

The Telangana Minorities Residential Educational Institutions Society has set up a 24/7 Integrated Health Monitoring Command and Control Centre in Hyderabad, featuring a dedicated helpline, medical teams, food safety surveillance, and a mobile app connecting all 205 minority residential schools.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao released Praja Yodhudu, a book on K Chandrashekar Rao’s life, hailing his role in Telangana’s formation and development. KTR defended KCR’s legacy, countered Congress criticism, and urged youth to learn about the state’s struggle

Burglars broke into the house of a retired employee in Chikkadpally and escaped with 36 tolas of gold, cash, and gadgets. The crime occurred while the family was away. Police have registered a case and are examining CCTV footage.