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Doctors report a surge in dengue cases in Hyderabad, with over 500 cases recorded recently. Osmania Medical College Principal Dr. Raja Rao warns that symptoms including severe abdominal pain, vomiting, unusual bleeding, low blood pressure, cold extremities, and swelling of the legs or feet warrant immediate medical consultation to prevent it.
Heavy rains have triggered landslides on the Chandigarh-Kullu National Highway, causing a 50 km traffic jam. Hundreds of trucks carrying fruits and vegetables to Delhi are stranded. Traders and commuters face severe hardship as perishable goods rot in transit. Relief efforts are underway to clear the route and resume essential transport.
Snoring occurs when the airway becomes partially blocked during sleep, causing tissues like the soft palate, or tonsils to vibrate. Key contributors include obesity, alcohol, smoking, sleeping pills, back-sleeping, and nasal issues such as congestion or sinusitis. Chronic snoring may signal health risks like sleep apnea, stroke, and daytime fatigue.
Rahul Gandhi intensified his attack on BJP and RSS, alleging they win elections by stealing votes. Speaking at Bihar’s Sitamarhi Voter Adhikar Rally, he cited Karnataka as proof and promised evidence from Lok Sabha and Haryana elections. RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav joined Gandhi in the poll-bound state, supporting the INDIA bloc’s campaign.
A striking Ganesh idol crafted entirely from steel has been unveiled at Vijayanagar Colony in the Tadipatri town of Anantapur district, AP, as part of the Ganapati celebrations. The steel sculpture is drawing enthusiastic crowds, with devotees posing for photos and thousands of worshippers flocking to pay homage to Lord Ganesha in this creative tribute.
TG CM Revanth Reddy held an emergency meeting to review statewide rain impacts, with Deputy CM Bhatti and Ministers Sridhar Babu and Seethakka in attendance. He ordered officials in flood-affected districts to remain on high alert, monitor field-level relief operations continuously, and ensure prompt execution of rescue measures.
Kerala police have registered a suo motu case against Congress MLA Rahul Mamkootathil after CM Pinarayi Vijayan called allegations of stalking, harassment, and threats against women “deeply criminal.” The FIR includes charges under BNS and Kerala Police Act. The controversy deepened with leaked audio and multiple women, including a transgender person, alleging misconduct.
Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa secured a Grand Chess Tour finale berth after finishing runner-up at the Sinquefield Cup, where American Wesley So triumphed in a tense three-way playoff with Praggnanandhaa and Fabiano Caruana. So defeated Caruana and held firm to clinch the title, while Levon Aronian also qualified for the GCT finale.
Bihar Police sounded a high alert after inputs of three Jaish-e-Mohammed terrorists entering from Nepal. Identified as Hasnain Ali, Adil Hussain, and Mohammad Usman, they reached Kathmandu before crossing into Bihar. With elections approaching, sketches and passport details were shared, and security has been intensified across border districts.
Bigg Boss 9 Telugu’s “Agnipariksha” judge Navdeep faced backlash after calling contestants from small towns “Oorlanundi Vastaru.” The remark angered viewers and triggered trolling online. Taking time off, Navdeep released a video apology, clarifying he never meant to insult villagers and that his comments were misunderstood and blown out of proportion.
Amid relentless rains, South Central Railway (SCR) has suspended multiple trains in multiple routes. Trains such as Adilabad-Tirupati, Nizamabad-Kacheguda, Medak-Kacheguda, and Karimnagar-Kacheguda have been cancelled. Alos, Mahabubnagar-Kacheguda and Shadnagar-Kacheguda are partially cancelled, and passengers are urged to check live updates.
The central govt is evaluating whether the Vaishno Devi Yatra should continue under prevailing circumstances. Questions have emerged over why devotees were allowed despite adverse concerns. Reacting, J&K CM Omar Abdullah said decisions will be made after thoroughly analyzing all aspects to determine whether the yatra should proceed.
President Trump is imposing steep tariffs, up to 50%, on Indian imports in response to the country’s continued purchase of Russian oil. US House Foreign Affairs Committee Democrats criticized this move, calling it confusing policy and noting that China, a larger buyer of Russian oil, faces no similar penalties, raising questions.
The US House Foreign Affairs Committee’s Democrats criticized Trump for unfairly targeting India with 50% tariffs over Russian oil imports while sparing China, the largest buyer. Calling the move “hurting Americans” and “sabotaging US-India ties,” they labeled it a confusing policy, coinciding with Trump’s new 25% tariff hike on Indian goods.
The Jana Sena Party (JSP) will hold state-level meeting at Visakhapatnam Municipal Stadium from today, legislative in the morning, state executive in the afternoon. Deputy CM and party chief Pawan Kalyan will lead public gathering on August 30. The 3-day ‘Senatho Senani’ conclave spans August 28-30, focusing on party cadre engagement.