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BRS leader KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for not clearing Midday Meal scheme bills, saying children were being denied nutritious food. He demanded immediate release of dues as complaints rise over falling quality and quantity of school meals

Tata Power and Anupam Kher Studio hosted a special screening of Tanvi The Great in Hyderabad for over 350 neurodiverse children, caregivers and partners under the Pay Autention initiative to raise awareness about autism and neurodiversity in India

The Telangana Sarpanch Sangham Joint Action Committee has demanded that the State government release Rs 1,200 crore in MGNREGS funds sent by the Centre. The committee also urged release of pending bills for works taken up earlier by Sarpanches

BRS leaders criticised the Congress and BJP for failing to ensure 42 per cent BC reservation in Telangana's local bodies. They accused both parties of using BCs for votes and warned of launching protests if the promises were not fulfilled

BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar has accused CM Revanth Reddy of using dark web tools to tap phones of Ministers, opposition leaders, and businessmen. He submitted a complaint with video evidence to the SIT probing the previous government’s phone-tapping case

The NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, India’s second-largest marathon and a World Athletics Label Race, will be held on August 24 with record participation of 28,000 runners. Nikhat Zareen unveiled the event jersey, as organizers target Rs 3 crore in charity contributions.

Hyderabad’s Naisha Bajaj, a law student and rising kickboxing star, eyes the World Championship in Dubai and dreams of representing India in the Olympics. Despite financial struggles and injuries, she continues to win medals and seeks stronger support for the sport in Telangana.

On World Hepatitis Day, Gleneagles Hospital, Hyderabad, organized an awareness walk to educate people about liver health and prevention of hepatitis, liver failure, and cancer. Doctors stressed the risks of Hepatitis B and C and emphasized early screening and vaccination.

Indian space-tech startup Stardour has successfully tested the country’s first hydrogen-oxygen propulsion engine at IISc, Bengaluru. The engine will power Lucas, an Orbital Transfer Vehicle set for launch in 2027, advancing India’s private space and deep-space logistics capabilities.

A DNA test has exposed a Rs 35 lakh surrogacy scam at Universal Srushti Fertility Centre in Secunderabad. The clinic allegedly sold babies to childless couples, trafficked gametes across states, and forged records. Ten people, including the doctor, have been arrested.

The Telangana Poultry Federation has inaugurated the Cull Bird Single Window – 5 Regions building at Pedda Amberpet, near ORR. The facility aims to strengthen poultry infrastructure, streamline farmer coordination, and enhance market connectivity across Telangana’s five poultry regions.

Authorities have sealed an IVF facility in Hyderabad, accusing Dr. Athaluri Namratha of running a surrogacy racket and suspecting child trafficking. Despite the cancellation of its registration, the doctor allegedly continued operations. Police are investigating links to multiple centres across Telugu States.

A 25-year-old man, Gundla Rakesh, collapsed and died of a suspected heart attack while playing badminton at Uppal Stadium in Hyderabad. He was rushed to a hospital but declared dead. Rakesh was the son of a former deputy sarpanch from Khammam.

India's para badminton stars delivered a strong showing at the British & Irish Para International 2025, led by Sukant Kadam’s silver and Krishna Nagar’s bronze, among multiple medal wins

Tilak Varma will captain South Zone in the upcoming Duleep Trophy. Tanmay Agarwal and Tanay Thyagarajan are the other Hyderabad cricketers included in the 16-member squad for the championship

Paarav Sutar and Challa Anshika Reddy clinched the under-seven titles in the Telangana Chess Association’s tournament, with winners declared across five age categories for both boys and girls

Mohd Rizwan and Shringari Roy led their respective categories on a wind-challenged opening day of the YAI Tiscon Youth Regatta at Hussain Sagar, showing skill and consistency

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan directed circle deputy commissioners to expedite issuing trade licenses for 3.5 lakh non-residential properties and ensure timely property tax collection. Zonal commissioners must submit weekly progress reports on licenses and tax targets.

Rachakonda She Teams apprehended 198 individuals, including 42 minors, for harassing women between July 1 and 15. Officials booked cases, conducted counselling, and launched awareness drives, preventing two child marriages. Citizens can report harassment via WhatsApp at 8712662111 or Dial 100.

As part of its eighth edition, the Green India Challenge planted 2,000 mangrove saplings in the Sundarbans to strengthen coastal resilience and biodiversity. The initiative, supported by Purbasha Eco Helpline Society and Igniting Minds, also pledged 1 lakh trees across India.