Telangana

A Fast Track POCSO Court in Medak sentenced a 22-year-old man to 20 years' imprisonment for abducting and sexually exploiting a minor girl. The court also imposed a Rs 20,000 fine and directed the government to pay Rs 1 lakh compensation to the victim.

The 12th National Handloom Day was celebrated at Shilparamam, Madhapur, with participation from actors, handloom artisans and officials. The event showcased traditional handloom sarees, highlighted the challenges faced by weavers and promoted India's rich handloom heritage.

BRS Parliamentary Party leader Vaddiraju Ravichandra urged the Centre to establish a permanent Supreme Court bench in Hyderabad during a Rajya Sabha debate. While supporting an increase in Supreme Court judges, he said the move would improve access to justice for southern States.

Khammam youth G Venu Kumar, who attempted suicide over the delay in Group recruitment notifications and the absence of a job calendar, was discharged from hospital after recovering. Political leaders continued to criticise the government over its promises to unemployed youth

Doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, successfully treated a 42-year-old kidney transplant recipient diagnosed with high-grade intestinal lymphoma. The patient underwent complex bowel surgery followed by chemo-immunotherapy, overcoming the challenges of cancer treatment after organ transplantation.

KLH Bachupally's Department of BBA has launched a six-day AICTE ATAL-sponsored Faculty Development Programme on AI and advanced analytics in digital marketing. The programme brings together faculty, researchers and industry experts to explore emerging technologies and research applications.

Hyderabad district has identified over 9.95 lakh Absent, Shifted or Dead (ASD) voters during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The district has completed 57.56% digitisation of enumeration forms, with the submission deadline set for August 10.

Hyderabad's Narayanguda police arrested three men allegedly involved in a mobile phone-snatching racket and recovered 17 mobile phones and a scooter. Investigators traced the suspects using CCTV footage and technical evidence and suspect their involvement in several similar cases across the city.

A Warangal-based numismatist has discovered a rare bronze revenue seal used by Raja Shiv Raj Dharmwant Bahadur, a senior financial administrator under the Sixth and Seventh Nizams. The artefact provides valuable evidence of Hyderabad State's revenue administration during the Asaf Jahi period.

Asha workers and ANMs serving as Booth Level Officers for the electoral roll revision in Secunderabad Cantonment have threatened another strike over unpaid honorarium. They allege most dues remain unpaid despite earlier assurances, while officials promise to address the issue soon.

BRS leader T Harish Rao has served a legal notice to TPCC president B Mahesh Kumar Goud over alleged remarks accusing him of performing black magic rituals. He sought an unconditional apology and warned of civil and criminal proceedings if the remarks are not withdrawn.

Telangana has introduced 112 as its single emergency helpline under the Emergency Response Support System (ERSS). The integrated service connects police, ambulance and fire departments, enabling faster coordination, quicker response, and easier access to emergency assistance across the State.

BRS leader T Harish Rao alleged that the Congress government had failed to safeguard Telangana’s water interests as Andhra Pradesh sought a review of clearances for key irrigation projects before the August 18 GRMB meeting. He warned of statewide protests if Telangana’s water rights were affected.

The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at locations linked to YSR Congress leader Malla Vijaya Prasad in a multi-state chit fund scam investigation. Raids were carried out in Visakhapatnam and Hyderabad as part of a money laundering probe involving Welfare Group of Companies

Growing antimicrobial resistance is forcing Hyderabad hospitals to rely on expensive last-line antibiotics such as Fetroja (cefiderocol) to treat multidrug-resistant infections. Doctors warn that antibiotic misuse is fuelling superbugs, leaving patients with limited treatment options and treatment costs exceeding Rs 20 lakh.

More than 28,000 ASHA workers in Telangana have urged the State government to release their pending July honorariums, alleging that payments were not credited despite disbursal. The union also reiterated demands for a higher salary, social security benefits and job security.

Hyderabad police have registered a forgery case after eight private colleges allegedly submitted fake Fire No Objection Certificates bearing the forged signature of HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath. Authorities are also verifying Fire NOCs submitted by around 60 other educational institutions.

An ACB court has permitted Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to travel abroad from August 17 to September 10 in connection with the 2015 cash-for-vote case. The permission is subject to bail conditions, including submission of travel details and return of his passports.

A Narayanpet resident was among three people killed in a suspected chemical leak at a factory in Karnataka's Yadgir district early on Wednesday. Two others were injured and hospitalised. Authorities are yet to release further details about the incident.

A 27-year-old newlywed woman allegedly died by suicide at her matrimonial home in Hyderabad's Tolichowki. Her family has accused her in-laws of harassment and sought a thorough investigation. Police have registered a case and are awaiting the postmortem report.

A four-year-old boy is battling for life after his father allegedly attacked him with a stone and repeatedly banged his head against a pillar near the PV Expressway in Hyderabad's Gudimalkapur. The accused was overpowered by locals and taken into police custody.

The WHO's cancer research agency has classified Hydrochlorothiazide, Voriconazole and Tacrolimus as Group 1 carcinogens based on scientific evidence. Health experts, however, stress that patients should continue prescribed treatment and consult doctors before making any changes, as uncontrolled hypertension poses greater immediate risks.

A 32-year-old chartered accountant from Siddipet district reportedly died by suicide in a hotel after allegedly struggling with online betting addiction. Police recovered a suicide note and said he had purchased a helium cylinder before the incident. Investigation is underway

BRS leader T Jeevan Reddy accused the Congress government of underutilising the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme despite adequate Godavari water availability. He urged immediate operation of the Kannepalli pump house and defended the previous BRS government's decision to shift the barrage site to Medigadda.