Telangana

Sriramula Sridhar, a migrant worker from Korutla in Jagtial district, died of a heart stroke while returning from Saudi Arabia. His flight made an emergency landing in Mumbai.

Podu farmers from Dimda village launched a march to Hyderabad demanding land titles for forest lands under cultivation. They accused forest officials of harassment and urged the government to honour its poll promise of resolving the Podu land issue.

KTR extended National Handloom Day greetings to Telangana weavers, applauding their talent and resilience. he highlighted the state's efforts to uplift the handloom sector through welfare schemes and support initiatives.

Karnataka Police will replace British-era slouch hats with Telangana-style navy blue peak caps, aiming for better comfort, functionality, and modern appeal. The government has approved the new model officially.

Narayana Health has developed India's first AI model that predicts heart failure using ECG images in near real-time, enabling earlier diagnosis and faster treatment—especially beneficial in rural and low-resource settings.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner C V Anand transferred 17 inspectors across different police stations in the city, assigning them new roles including DI, SHO, and postings in special branches and control cells.

A 30-year-old woman from Bandlaguda, Hyderabad, died by suicide following a quarrel with her husband. The woman, a mother of three, reportedly hanged herself after her husband left the house.

SK Rehaan Roshan (127 notout) and M Lokesh (105) for Imperial CC batted well in the HCA B-Division two-day league cricket championship

Some of the key issues raised in the petition include refusal to bid for 2026 Paracycling World Cup, athletes losing medals due to administrative delays, nepotism with officials sending their own children without trials, suppression of para cyclists achievements on official platforms and verbal admissions of guilt, but no written accountability

The 11th Telangana State junior athletics meet was held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Hanamkonda

The 20th Area-Level Tripartite Safety Review Meeting of Singareni Collieries was held in Ramagundam. SCCL Director (Operations) LV Suryanarayana emphasised the goal of achieving zero accidents and called on experienced workers to guide newer employees, especially in underground coal mines.

The Philippines has expressed interest in importing high-quality rice and paddy from Telangana to meet its growing foodgrain demand, estimated at two million metric tonnes for the coming year. During discussions in Delhi, Agriculture Minister Francisco P. Tiu Laurel Jr. met Telangana's Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy to explore export opportunities.

Two men from Telangana’s Rajanna-Sircilla district were arrested for selling low-quality liquor in branded bottles, duping customers by offering fake premium alcohol at discounted prices through WhatsApp groups.

Kalyan Jewellers has unveiled a special Raksha Bandhan jewellery collection featuring bangles, jhumkas, bracelets, and elegant necklaces. The collection celebrates sibling love with timeless pieces designed for everyday wear and festive occasions

The HMWSSB has warned of a possible opening of floodgates at the Himayatsagar reservoir due to rising inflows from continuous rainfall in the catchment areas. Authorities, including revenue and police departments, have been advised to implement flood standard operating procedures (SoPs) and prepare for potential downstream impact.

The Telangana High Court has granted interim relief to Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute of Medical Sciences by staying a Rs. 20 lakh fine imposed by KNRUHS, pending a legal decision on whether the university has the authority to levy such penalties. The court acknowledged the petitioner's argument that the fine lacked statutory backing and violated principles of natural justice.

A massive fire engulfed Gubba Pharma Cold Storage in Annaram village, Sangareddy district, on Wednesday night, destroying much of the facility. Firefighters from three districts responded swiftly to contain the blaze and protect nearby industrial units.

In Siddipet's Jagadevpur Mandal, a school bus driver was found intoxicated while transporting 40 students on Wednesday evening. During a routine inspection, police determined that Parushuramulu, the driver for The Master Minds School, was under the influence of alcohol.

A 58-year-old tribal farmer, Kudimetha Shankar, died after being struck by lightning while preparing his field in Pardi village, Koutala mandal. He was rushed to a hospital but was declared brought dead. He is survived by his wife and four children

Former Minister T. Harish Rao criticised the Congress party's recent protest in Delhi on BC reservations, calling it a "flop show" and exposing what he described as the party’s insincerity and internal contradictions.

The Irrigation Department’s eviction notices to residents near the Lower Manair Dam sparked political backlash in Karimnagar. BRS MLA Gangula Kamalakar visited affected colonies and vowed support, questioning the move and warning against HYDRAA-style demolitions in the district

A joint raid by the ACB, Legal Metrology, and Sanitation Department at the ST Residential Hostel in Mahabubabad village revealed poor hygiene conditions and lack of electricity in student washrooms. Findings were submitted to the concerned authorities for further action.

Singer-actor Suchitra Krishnamoorthi teams up with director Seshu KMR for Vande Mataram, an original patriotic song set to release on August 15. The teaser, released on Tuesday, blends visuals and melody

BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy criticised the Congress and BJP over the Kaleshwaram project report, calling it politically motivated. He defended KCR and accused the government of deception. A clash also broke out between Congress and BRS workers at Atmakur