Four Naxals were killed in an 8-hour encounter near the Gadchiroli-Narayanpur border. Police recovered weapons from the site. Separately, 29 Naxals surrendered in Dantewada and Narayanpur, citing disillusionment with Maoist ideology. The ‘Lon Varratu’ rehabilitation drive has led over 1,000 Naxals to give up arms since 2020 in Dantewada alone.
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick announced plans to change the green card and H1-B visa systems. The new “gold card” would offer permanent residency to foreigners investing $5 million. The H1-B visa lottery will be replaced by a system prioritizing higher-paying jobs to attract the best talent.
BRS leader KTR urged immediate flood relief as heavy rains left Telangana villages submerged and highways cut off. Criticizing the government’s inaction, he called for NDRF, SDRF deployment, relief camps, and infrastructure repairs. He urged BRS workers to assist, emphasizing that action—not words—is crucial in this critical humanitarian crisis affecting thousands.
India calls the US doubling tariffs to 50% on Indian goods “unjustified” but remains open to negotiations. The new tariffs target products like garments and gems and include penalties for buying Russian oil. India won’t compromise on farmers and small producers, while diplomatic talks continue to resolve trade tensions with the US.
The Vizag Food Festival runs from September 5 to 7 at MGM Grounds, 6–10 PM. Enjoy 30+ food stalls, cultural shows, and chef contests. Entry is free. Taste Andhra favorites like Gongura Pachadi, Pulihora, and Pootharekulu. Expect 15,000+ daily visitors. Don’t miss this delicious celebration of Andhra cuisine and culture!
A landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine in Jammu and Kashmir’s Reasi district has killed 32 people and injured 20. Triggered by heavy rain, the landslide struck near Adhkwari. Rescue teams are still searching for survivors. Pilgrimage has been suspended. Earlier, flash floods in Kishtwar had already killed 65 people and left many missing.
Heavy rains in Telangana have disrupted train services across multiple districts. South Central Railway diverted several trains due to flooding on tracks in the Talamandla section of Biknoor mandal and Akkannapet-Medak section. Trains including Mumbai-Lingampalli, Okha-Rameswaram, and Nizamabad-Tirupati have been canceled, causing travel disruptions.
The Motorola Edge 50 Fusion, launched at ₹22,999, is now available for ₹17,999 on Flipkart. With bank offers and exchange deals, the price can drop to just ₹7,499. It features a 6.7″ pOLED display, Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 chip, 50MP camera, and a 5000mAh battery with 68W fast charging.
Kazakhstan’s men’s hockey team returns to the Asia Cup after 31 years, debuting in India for the 2025 edition in Rajgir, Bihar. Placed in Pool A with India, Japan, and China, the young squad is eager to gain experience. Captain Dyussebekov sees tough competition as a valuable learning opportunity for the developing team.
On Vinayaka Chavithi today, Telangana CM Revanth Reddy performed Ganapati Puja with his family at his Jubilee Hills residence. He offered prayers with devotion, wishing for peace and prosperity in Telangana. Following the puja, the CM extended warm greetings to the people on the auspicious occasion of Vinayaka Chaturthi.
Three successful films have already released from Natural Star Nani’s ‘Hit’ franchise, and ‘Hit 4’ is on the way. Tamil star actor Karthi is reportedly playing the lead, while Nani will also appear in the film. Buzz suggests both stars will share screen space in a key action sequence, though an official confirmation is awaited.
At a Bihar rally, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP of stealing votes since 2014, with Election Commission backing. He cited evidence from Maharashtra and slammed PM Modi and Amit Shah. Tamil Nadu’s MK Stalin supported Gandhi, calling the Election Commission a puppet and vowing to defeat BJP in upcoming polls.
At a Bihar rally, Rahul Gandhi accused BJP of stealing votes since 2014, with Election Commission backing. He cited evidence from Maharashtra and slammed PM Modi and Amit Shah. Tamil Nadu’s MK Stalin supported Gandhi, calling the Election Commission a puppet and vowing to defeat BJP in upcoming polls.
War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan and Jr NTR, flopped with Rs 150 crore losses, becoming Indian cinema’s biggest box office disaster. The failed film halted Jr NTR’s spin-off and jeopardized YRF’s Spy Universe projects. Upcoming releases like ‘Alpha’ will determine the franchise’s survival amid stalled sequels and uncertainty.
Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi launched a voter empowerment campaign in Bihar, joined by Tamil Nadu CM Stalin and Wayanad MP Priyanka Gandhi. In a notable moment, Rahul gave his sister Priyanka a bike ride during the rally. The visuals from the event went viral on social media, drawing significant public attention and enthusiasm.