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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.

The Green India Challenge (GIC) launched its eighth edition at Keesaragutta on Sunday, with founder and former MP J Santosh Kumar planting saplings. The initiative, which began seven years ago, has resulted in planting over 20 crore saplings across India.

Cyberabad police caught 120 people during a special drunken driving check on Saturday night. Among them were 71 two-wheeler riders, 43 car drivers, and others. All offenders had high BAC levels, and cases have been booked. They will face court proceedings.

After over a week of heavy rainfall, sunshine returned to Hyderabad on Sunday, bringing relief to residents. The showers eliminated Telangana’s rainfall deficit, with the state now recording 336 mm against the normal 334 mm, according to TSDPS. More rain is forecast.

The fifth TISCON Youth Open Regatta began at Hussain Sagar Lake, with over 100 young sailors from across India competing in four boat classes, aiming for YAI ranking and national selection

Pintoo and K Pinki of Northern Region-I claimed the men’s and women’s singles titles at the Powergrid Southern Region inter-regional badminton championship held in Hyderabad, defeating tough opponents in close contests

The 2025–26 U13 asmita football leagues begin July 27 in Bengaluru, featuring 344 teams across 43 venues. The initiative aims to empower young girls through grassroots-level football competitions nationwide