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CBSE has set August 31, 2025, as the deadline for direct admissions and subject change requests in Classes 10 and 12. Schools must submit compiled cases with documents to Regional Offices by September 2, while approvals close on September 15. Exceptions apply only for government job transfers, requiring documents within two days of admission.
Superstar Mahesh Babu’s nephew Ghattamaneni Jayakrishna is set for his film debut under Ajay Bhupathi’s direction. Buzz suggests Raveena Tandon’s daughter Rasha Thadani will join him, while Mohan Babu may play the antagonist. Said to be set in Tirupathi, the project’s official launch details will be announced soon, sparking excitement in Tollywood circles.
Akkineni Nagarjuna, who delivered “Kuberaa” and turned villain in “Coolie” this year, celebrates his birthday today. Fans eagerly await an update on his 100th film, “King100,” directed by Karthik R. While no poster, teaser, or launch has arrived yet, speculation continues. Supporters remain hopeful Nag will drop a surprise announcement later in the day.
RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat stated there are no differences between the RSS and BJP. Emphasizing societal stability, he said low fertility rates pose a risk of extinction and suggested that every Indian family should have three children. He stressed that this is not merely a population issue but crucial for the nation’s future and stability.
Mumbai traffic police issued an advisory ahead of Maratha quota activist Manoj Jarange Patil’s rally at Azad Maidan today. Restrictions and diversions came into effect from midnight and will remain until further notice. The rally is expected to reach Azad Maidan via Navi Mumbai, Sion Panvel Marg, and Panjarpol route, officials confirmed on X.
A goods train derailed near Vizianagaram railway station in Andhra Pradesh this morning when it lost control while turning, causing the last two coaches to overturn. Fortunately, no major accident occurred as it was a goods train. Railway officials promptly reached the site and have begun repair and restoration work to resume normal operations.
The Sensex and Nifty opened at fresh record levels in early trade on Friday, August 29, 2025. The Sensex started trading today at 80010.83, down at 69.74 points or 0.09%, and the Nifty was at 24466.70, down at 34.20 points or 0.14%. Meanwhile, the Indian rupee was trading today at 87.71 against the dollar.
The Regional Meteorological Dept has forecast rain across several Andhra Pradesh districts for another week. Heavy rainfall is expected in Alluri, West Godavari, Eluru, NTR, Guntur, and Palnadu districts, while moderate rains may occur elsewhere. Officials have advised residents to stay alert and take necessary steps amid weather conditions.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu will visit Kuppam today and tomorrow. He is scheduled to reach Tumsi in Shantipuram mandal by 6 PM today and will stay overnight at his residence in Kadapalle. Tomorrow, he will attend the Ganga Aarti at Paramasamudram village, followed by a public meeting at Paramasamudram lake.
A cloudburst hit Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag and Chamoli districts, trapping several families under debris and injuring many. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said on X that debris flow has blocked areas, leaving people stranded. He assured that relief and rescue operations are underway to aid those affected by the sudden disaster.
