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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.
Heavy rains and floods have caused extensive damage to crops and property across Telangana, especially in the combined districts of Medak, Nizamabad, and Adilabad. Traffic is blocked in 12 villages of Bhainsa division, and movement between Telangana and Maharashtra has halted due to the rising Godavari River at Kandakurti.
A Polish Air Force F-16 fighter jet crashed during an airshow rehearsal in Radom, killing a Polish Army pilot. Deputy PM Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz confirmed the tragedy, calling it a “great loss” for the Air Force and Army. He paid tribute to the officer’s courage and offered condolences to the bereaved family. Cause remains unclear.
Anushka Shetty’s “Ghaati,” releasing on Sept 5, is witnessing low pre-release buzz. Despite her strong fan base, the actress has skipped promotions, including interviews and social media, affecting visibility. Industry insiders feel her absence is hurting hype, but makers remain confident that content and Anushka’s star power will attract audiences.
RK Sagar, famed for “Mogali Rekulu,” starred in “The 100,” a crime action drama directed by Raghav Omkar Sasidhar. Released on July 11, 2025, the film received mixed reviews but earned praise for Sagar’s performance. The film is now streaming on Lionsgate Play, in Telugu, Tamil, Kannada, and Malayalam, with possible future OTT expansion.
A new study shows that brisk walking for 30 minutes daily can cut heart disease risk by up to 25%. Researchers found improved blood circulation, reduced cholesterol, and better weight control among participants. Experts recommend incorporating walking into daily routines for lasting cardiovascular benefits and overall health improvement.
Donald Trump was “not happy” but unsurprised by Russia’s strikes on Kyiv, which killed 19, the White House said. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt urged both sides to seek peace, noting Trump’s struggles to end the war. A recent summit with Vladimir Putin failed, while envoy Keith Kellogg warned the attacks threaten Trump’s peace efforts.
Preacher Bal Bihari Shastri’s controversial remarks on reservation and Dr BR Ambedkar during a discourse in Madhya Pradesh sparked outrage and protests. A widely shared video shows him making derogatory comments against SC, ST, OBC communities and threatening to “burn the law.” Following a complaint, police booked him under BNS sections 196 and 299.
The Mumbai-Ahmedabad Bullet Train stations are nearing completion, promising modern, eco-friendly designs and enhanced passenger comfort, the Railways said. Recently, the 80-meter Vishwamitri River bridge in Vadodara was completed, the 17th of 21 planned in Gujarat. Construction is progressing on other river crossings along the high-speed corridor.
US President Donald Trump’s new tariffs on Indian exports will hit 15 lakh livelihoods in Odisha’s fishing sector, exporters warned. With a 50% duty compared to lower rates for Vietnam and Ecuador, seafood exports to the US may halt. Odisha’s Falcon Marine Exports said production is already reduced, urging government intervention.