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Rupee Falls 13 Paise To 95.56 Against US Dollar As Crude Prices Rise

Geopolitical tensions and expectations of a September Fed rate hike weigh on the Indian currency

31 Aug 2026 10:31 am
Sensex Fall In Early Trade As West Asia Tensions Push Crude Above USD 90

Weak global markets and foreign fund outflows also weigh on investor sentiment

31 Aug 2026 10:29 am
Body of 46-Year-Old Man Recovered Following Grand Canyon Flash Floods

The body of a 46-year-old man was recovered Sunday evening near Crystal Rapids along the Colorado River, the park service said without providing additional details. Coroners officials were at the scene.

31 Aug 2026 10:29 am
Hyderabad: AR Constable Dies by Suicide, Love Failure Suspected

Preliminary investigation suggested that he may have taken the extreme step following an alleged love failure. Further investigation is underway.

31 Aug 2026 10:22 am
Iran President Pezeshkian to Meet PM Modi at SCO Summit in Kyrgyzstan

Iranian President will hold bilateral meetings with several participating leaders, including PM Modi, Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and the Presidents of Kyrgyzstan, Russia and Tajikistan

31 Aug 2026 10:15 am
Three Killed After Bike Hits Tree in Sri Sathya Sai District

The deceased were identified as Anil of Puttaparthi, Arjun of Kothacheruvu and Dikshith of Gorantla.

31 Aug 2026 9:56 am
Haryanvi Singer Ankit Balyan Murder Case: Two Accused Killed in Encounter

The injured accused were taken to the District Joint Hospital in Shamli, where doctors declared both dead during treatment, police said

31 Aug 2026 9:51 am
Bigg Boss Telugu 10 Contestants: Full List With Photos

The popular reality show is set to premiere on September 6, 2026, and will broadcast on Star Maa as well as stream on JioHotstar.

31 Aug 2026 9:51 am
Kovvur: Goods Train Derails, Train Services Disrupted

According to reports, the goods train was travelling towards Vijayawada when some of its wagons derailed on the fourth railway line at Kovvur station.

31 Aug 2026 9:32 am
Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Set to Hold first Meeting of Makkah Defence Pact

The meeting will also be attended by the respective Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Ministers of Defence, as well as Chiefs of General Staff of Turkiye, and Saudi Arabia

31 Aug 2026 9:27 am
'Spider-Man' Tops North American Box Office for 5th Weekend

The third Looney Tunes feature film stars professional wrestler-turned-actor John Cena, Will Forte and Lana Condor, along with several animated characters of yore.

31 Aug 2026 9:21 am
Visakhapatnam: Car Catches Fire After Lorry Collision, Driver Burnt Alive

Following the collision, flames erupted from the car's engine, and the vehicle was completely gutted in the fire. The driver, who was reportedly unable to escape from the vehicle, was burnt to death.

31 Aug 2026 9:13 am
Vishwambhara Shoot Underway, Set for December Release?

Vasishta further indicated that the film would offer fans a sense of nostalgia while retaining the scale and cinematic grandeur expected from a fantasy adventure featuring Chiranjeevi.

31 Aug 2026 9:10 am
Vijayawada: Gold Braid Worth Rs. 11 Lakh Offered to Kanaka Durga

The traditional gold braid features intricately crafted motifs of Goddess Lakshmi and other divine figures. It is adorned with green precious stones and pearls along the lower portion. The ornament is valued at approximately Rs. 11 lakh.

31 Aug 2026 8:45 am
Avika Gor Reflects on New Learnings From Her Stint in Khatron Ke Khiladi Season 15

Actor Avika Gor got eliminated after facing Orry in the elimination round.

31 Aug 2026 8:27 am
Congress Ministers will Quit if TVK Doesn't Back Rahul Gandhi: TN Minister Rajesh Kumar

Kumar's remark came after TVK leaders made repeated attempts to project Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay as a prospective prime ministerial contender from Tamil Nadu for the 2029 Lok Sabha elections

31 Aug 2026 8:27 am
Iran Launches Missiles at US Air Bases in Jordan After US Strikes

Tehran's powerful Revolutionary Guards said they struck two US military air bases with ballistic missiles in Washington-allied Jordan

31 Aug 2026 8:18 am
NGOs Check Dam Sustains Farming, Tribal Life in Nilgiris Village

The NGO constructed a check dam at Thottalingi village near Bokkapuram, with the financial support of Supraja Foundation.

31 Aug 2026 8:17 am
Mettur Dam Storage Reaches 90 ft

The water flow increased due to the surplus water being released from Karnataka dams. The water flow has been gradually decreasing every day for the last five days and remained at 6,500 cubic feet per second for the last two days.

31 Aug 2026 7:54 am
Light to Moderate Rains Expected in Telangana

In Hyderabad, some parts of the city may receive a spell of rain during the night. The weather is expected to remain dry until the evening.

31 Aug 2026 7:47 am
EPS Slams TN Govt of Wasting Assembly Time, Says Focus is Not o Peoples Issues

He alleged that the TVK government had borrowed Rs 28,000 crore within 100 days of assuming office, with Rs 25,000 crore reportedly spent on revenue expenditure

31 Aug 2026 7:34 am
Rs 25 Crore Gold Seized From Woman Near India-Bangladesh Border

The investigation is underway to determine how many people were involved in the smuggling operation and identify the source of the gold.

31 Aug 2026 7:31 am
Rameswaram Fishers Launch Indefinite Strike

The demands include a permanent solution to the harassment and arrest of Indian fishermen by the Sri Lankan authorities, and providing compensation to the fishing boats seized by the Sri Lankan government since 2018.

31 Aug 2026 7:28 am
TVK Not Ruling out Vijay as PM Candidate in 2029

The TVK had not joined the INDIA bloc till now and its strategy for the Lok Sabha elections has not been revealed

31 Aug 2026 7:17 am
Priyanka Chopras Daughter Malti Marie Sends Rakhi to Parineeti Chopras Son Neer

The exchange celebrated the bond between the cousins despite the families living in different parts of the world.

31 Aug 2026 7:12 am
Neighbouring States, Nations Adopting TN Schemes: Minister Rajmohan

He declared open 13 new government buildings constructed at a cost of Rs 4.48 crore

31 Aug 2026 6:43 am
Wellington Reservoir Gets 130 Crore Revamp

The reservoir has a catchment area of 16.60 sq km and a 4,300-metre-long bund, with a full storage capacity of 2,580 million cubic feet

31 Aug 2026 6:36 am
US Strikes Iranian Rocket Launchers on Hormuz, IRGC Vows Retaliation

The U.S. military last week completed clearing sea mines from the straits international shipping routes

31 Aug 2026 6:21 am
Open Selection Trials For Women Cricketers

Spot registrations (at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium) are also allowed for the selections

31 Aug 2026 2:12 am
Gopi, Nirmaben Are Indias Best At Hyderabad Marathon

Ethiopians Emane Seifu and Seboka Negusse took the top honours

31 Aug 2026 1:58 am
DGP Anand Hits Unbeaten Century In Hyderabad Cricket League

Anand slammed 126 not out off just 82 balls, striking 21 fours and five sixes

31 Aug 2026 1:43 am
Cyberabad Cops Give Lift to Traffic-Hit Doctor, Ensure On-Time Arrival for NEET-PG

Following instructions from Cyberabad police commissioner Dr M. Ramesh, Raidurgam police stepped in to assist the candidate

31 Aug 2026 1:34 am
Hyderabad-Vijayawada, Warangal Highways Clogged in Post-Rakhi Weekend Return Rush

Police personnel were deployed at the congested stretches to regulate vehicle movement and prevent bottlenecks

31 Aug 2026 1:31 am
Revanth Plans Cricket Stadium In Future City

The BCCI will bear construction and operational costs,

31 Aug 2026 1:14 am
Mr Goyal Goes To Tokyo Wooing Wary Japanese

Several factors continue to contribute to Indias lower profile in the minds of Japanese investors. The story is a long one and begins in the 1980s when Indira Gandhi managed to persuade Osamu Suzuki to invest in the iconic small car project

31 Aug 2026 12:54 am
Kishan Reddy Slams BRS, Congress. Over Debt, Graft

Union minister alleges commission raj and highlights Centres railway plans for Telangana

31 Aug 2026 12:41 am
ECINET Portal Now Accepts All 11 Supporting Documents

Portal update removes technical hurdles, easing document submission for voters

31 Aug 2026 12:25 am
DC Edit | Actions Must Match Words Of RSS Chief

Mr Bhagwat was at his philosophical best when he explained the concept: As I protect my own specific nature, I have to protect others as well. Diversity is the rule of nature. Unity is the truth behind nature. He explained his thesis in the words of the sages who have advised their disciples for ages that all paths are leading to the same goal

31 Aug 2026 12:24 am
Plumping For Modi In 2029: Naidus Gamble

The sudden emergence of actor Vijays TVK in Tamil Nadu and the Congress easy victory in Kerala polls, coupled with the grand old party appearing to be settling in power in Karnataka, have brought fresh challenges to Mr Modi and home minister Amit Shah in the South

31 Aug 2026 12:13 am
Alliance to Win in Local Body Elections: Subhash

The government, he said, stands firm on its decision to provide 33 per cent reservation for Backward Classes (BCs) in local body elections.

31 Aug 2026 12:13 am
BJP Warns Temple Authorities Over Shifting of Idol

The endowments department had decided to reconstruct the temple with a stone structure without shifting or touching the main idols of Lord Rama.

31 Aug 2026 12:11 am
Zee Founder Chandra Says Rs 4,262 Crore Loan Dues To Be Settled After Reconciliation

Chandra says borrowers assured settlement after reconciliation; lenders move to challenge Rs 6.5-crore plan.

31 Aug 2026 12:08 am
Lokesh to Set Stone for AIG Hospital in Yendada Today

The hospital is coming up on nine acres, while a nursing college will be established on another 2.5 acres.

31 Aug 2026 12:06 am
Nurse Raped, Murdered In Hospital Quarters

The victim had been working as a nurse at a private hospital for seven months

31 Aug 2026 12:06 am
NEET-PG Test Held Peacefully, 97.4% Attendance Registered in AP

The collector directed officials to strictly comply with the prescribed norms and ensure that no untoward incident occurred during the examination.

31 Aug 2026 12:03 am
Alert to Villages on Elephant Herd Movement in Seshachalam

Villages close to the forest areas have been alerted.

31 Aug 2026 12:01 am
Kulsumpura Police Hold Road Safety Drive at Gudimalkapur

During the session, participants were briefed on safety guidelines and advised not to operate any motor vehicle without a valid driving licence, SHO M. Rajendra Prasad said.

30 Aug 2026 11:58 pm
AP Releases 2,694 Crore for Pensions to 61.92 Lakh Beneficiaries

He said the State government had so far released 73,506 crore under the NTR Bharosa Pension Scheme and was disbursing pensions on the first of every month.

30 Aug 2026 11:55 pm
Amaravati NIELIT Campus, Tirupati Centre to Co-Exist

The two institutions, it said, will have distinct and complementary roles.

30 Aug 2026 11:53 pm
Astroguide for Monday, August 31, 2026

Tithi: Shravana Bahula Tadiya till 8.49 am

30 Aug 2026 11:51 pm