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Ajith Kumar to Team Up With Shankar After Adhik Ravichandrans Dare Devil: Reports

Shankars recent directorial ventures did not perform well at the box office.

11 Aug 2026 8:28 am
Rain Likely in Several Telangana Districts, Hyderabad to See Showers at Night

In Hyderabad, a few spells of rain are expected during the evening to overnight hours, mainly at night, while dry weather is likely to prevail until the afternoon.

11 Aug 2026 8:16 am
Sue Udhayakumar for Slur Against CM, Trisha, TVK Lodges Police Complaint

Mr Udhayakumar allegedly made the remarks while addressing AIADMK cadres at a Jayalalithaa Peravai meeting in Thoothukudi on August 8, while criticising the Tamil Nadu governments failure to get Karnataka to release the Cauvery water ordered by the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA).

11 Aug 2026 7:50 am
US Court Dismisses Graft Case Against Gautam Adani, He Welcomes Verdict

The dismissal followed questions from Judge Garaufis over reports that Adani's lawyer, Robert Giuffra, who also represents US President Donald Trump, had discussed a potential $10 billion investment by the Adani Group in the US

11 Aug 2026 7:41 am
GOAT Producer Archana Kalpathi in Panel to Select TN Temple Trustees

According to the government order, Sivagnana Balaya Swamigal of Bommapuram Aadheenam, Mayilam, has been appointed chairman of the committee. Dr. K. Ramachandran, retired district and sessions judge, is the vice-chairman.

11 Aug 2026 7:34 am
TN: More than 500 Held in CPM-led Protests Against Centres Policies

In Thoothukudi, the protesters staged a road roko near the smart city bus stand and raised slogans against the BJP-led Central government

11 Aug 2026 7:34 am
Nearly 500 Students Participate in Thirukkural Competitions in Tiruchy

The prizes for the winners were distributed by S. Vijayakumar, inspector of police, Koothanallur police station, Tiruvarur district.

11 Aug 2026 7:31 am
3rd Master Plan for Chennai Metropolitan Area to be Delayed

CMA is spread over 1,189 sq km and had a population of nearly 8.65 million in 2011. It is the fourth largest urban agglomeration in India after Mumbai, Delhi and Kolkata metropolitan regions.

11 Aug 2026 7:27 am
GAC UG Courses Last Date Extended to Aug 14

They should bring three photo copies of the necessary certificates and passport-size photographs along with the application form.

11 Aug 2026 7:23 am
Tamil Nadu: Hundreds of Union Members Join Anti-Centre Protest

Similar agitations were held at Karur, Perambalur, Ariyalur, Pudukkottai, Tiruvarur, Nagapattinam and Mayiladuthurai districts

11 Aug 2026 7:17 am
Health City Borewells Blamed for Water Crisis in Arilova

Officials said action would be initiated against hospitals found to have violated rules.

11 Aug 2026 7:14 am
Trump Signs Order Calling for Spacing out Childhood Vaccines

The order advocates separating the measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine into three different single-disease shots and administering all childhood immunizations at separate appointments whenever possible

11 Aug 2026 6:43 am
Hopes for Hormuz Deal Fade as Trump Demands Iranian Reparations

Trump's proposal, which had not been raised before, was a response to Tehran's demands for compensation and an end to sanctions

11 Aug 2026 6:35 am
Colombia Scrambles to Find Survivors as Quake Kills 111

Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella -- just three days after being sworn into the job -- declared a state of emergency

11 Aug 2026 6:24 am
Cybercrime Call Centres Busted In Delhi

The organisers recruited women aged 25 to 40 from Korutla, Saidabad, Borabanda and Mahbubnagar

11 Aug 2026 3:25 am
Maharashtra Defends MSPSA; Calls Congress, CPIs Challenge Frivolous

The petitions, including one filed by the AITUC, challenge the constitutional validity of the law, arguing that its vague definitions grant the state excessive power to ban organisations, seize property, and silence peaceful dissent.

11 Aug 2026 2:44 am
Sunitha, Maria & Revathi On HCA Womens Panel

It shall work towards developing a structured and sustainable cricketing programme

11 Aug 2026 2:36 am
Citizens Clean Up HLC Canal In Anantapur

The initiative, titled Clean Drive for a Clean and Green Ananthapur, was organised jointly by Discover Ananthapuram, Rotary Club of Anantapur, SR Defence Academy and city youth.

11 Aug 2026 2:36 am
One dead, Several Hurt After Sleeper Bus Overturns In Haveri

Police said that the driver, Sameer M, was driving at high speed and in a rash and negligent manner. At the Haveri bypass, the bus reportedly moved towards the left and, while entering the service road, lost control and overturned on its right side.

11 Aug 2026 2:29 am
NCP(SP) Says No Politics In Modi Meet

The meeting assumed significance on the backdrop of speculations of NCP (SP) MPs joining the NDA and supporting the delimitation bill in the parliament.

11 Aug 2026 2:06 am
Support Staff Named For Hyderabad Cricket Teams

A. Ranjit Kumar (trainer, strength & conditioning)

11 Aug 2026 2:06 am
MLA Shivannavar Wants Ministerial Berth, Not Corporation Post

I have already served as the Chairman of the Corporation for two and half years. Let somebody else get the chance. If I am given a ministerial position, I will accept it

11 Aug 2026 2:00 am
Advith, Chandra, Aaron, Shakeer Hit Double Tons In Cricket League

Rahul Radhesh led the A Division scorers with a magnificent 167 for MP Colts

11 Aug 2026 1:57 am
3 Tribal Girls Die After Venomous Snake Bites 6 At Gadchiroli Ashram School

Gadchirolis Co-Guardian Minister Ashish Jaiswal expressed grief over the deaths and conveyed his condolences to the families of the children.

11 Aug 2026 1:53 am
3-Day 'Bastar Tiranga Yatra' To Honour Fallen Jawans In Ex-Maoist Strongholds

The yatra is scheduled to commence from headquarter town of Narayanpur on August 12 and end at Karregutta Hills, the last Maoist fort that has fallen earlier this year, on August 14.

11 Aug 2026 1:46 am
Fintech Stocks Jump On Proposed MDR Charges

Jefferies estimates MDR could increase Paytms FY28 EBITDA and profit by 15 per cent to 35 per cent, while Pine Labs EBITDA could rise by 10-23 per cent, depending on the final framework.

11 Aug 2026 1:34 am
Engagements in Hyderabad on Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Ramalyam Foundation Delhi; Time: 1.30 pm; Venue: Ravindra Bharathi

11 Aug 2026 1:07 am
DC Edit | Unlock Faster FDI Decisions

Under the current FDI norms, investment proposals involving foreign equity inflows above Rs 5,000 crore must go before the CCEA, while those below the threshold can be cleared by the ministry concerned. The reported move to triple the limit would allow ministries to decide on proposals without automatically pushing them for the consideration of the Cabinet committee, which met just 10 times in 2025

11 Aug 2026 1:02 am
MB Patil Seeks Scientific Report On Crop Damage In Vijayapura

Patil, who reviewed the drought situation in the district, said rain-dependent agriculture had become increasingly difficult and many farmers were facing severe hardship.

11 Aug 2026 12:58 am
Senior Maoist Leader Kakarala Samatha Surrenders to Telangana DGP

Samatha is a native of Rajamahendravaram. Her father, the film actor Kakarala Sathyanarayana, who acted in about 300 movies, died in 2022.

11 Aug 2026 12:55 am
YSRC Holds Rally in Nellore, Seeks CBI Probe into Mega DSC

Govardhan Reddy alleged that irregularities and a paper leak had occurred in the Mega DSC and said the response from students and youth reflected the growing strength of the movement.

11 Aug 2026 12:52 am
Indigenously Made Radio-Collars Replace African Collars In Hassan

Chief Technology Officer (CTO) of Infiction Labs, Bengaluru Gurudeepa G. explained the African wildlife tracking collars came with sealed batteries while indigenous made radio-collars can undergo repair of battery modules.

11 Aug 2026 12:50 am
Tirupati MP Urges Labour Minister to Address Contract Employees Concerns

Tirupati MP Dr Maddila Gurumurthy urged Union Labour Minister Mansukh Mandaviya to address wage disparities, job security and service conditions faced by contract employees in government healthcare institutions across Andhra Pradesh.

11 Aug 2026 12:49 am
HC Adjourns Group-1 Answer Script Evaluation Case to Sept 1

The Special Investigation Team (SIT) informed a division bench comprising Justice D. Ramesh and Justice A. Giridhar that it had completed the investigation and submitted its final report.

11 Aug 2026 12:49 am
Naidu Sets 7-Month Deadline to Distribute 68.64 Lakh Passbooks

CM rejects call for Lokesh's resignation over DSC intakes

11 Aug 2026 12:47 am
City Court Permits Private Case in Custodial Death of Sai Krishna

The court directed that the MPs statement be recorded on August 17.

11 Aug 2026 12:47 am
Telangana Extends Indiramma Housing Application Deadline to August 15

The extension was announced in view of consecutive holidays, including the second Saturday and Bonalu, to ensure eligible beneficiaries do not miss the opportunity to apply.

11 Aug 2026 12:45 am
11 Aug 2026 12:42 am
Police Face Questions Over Procedural Lapses in Dr Priyanka Mishap Ca

Allegations are that political leaders linked to the sand mafia attempted to influence the case.

11 Aug 2026 12:41 am
Police Foil YSRC Call For Educational Institutions Shutdown

Police placed YSRC leader Margani Bharat under house arrest and foiled the partys planned shutdown and bike rally over the death of PG medical student Dr Priyanka and alleged DSC recruitment irregularities.

11 Aug 2026 12:37 am
Nepal PM Balen Shah Meets Indian Envoy Naveen Srivastawa Ahead Of All Others

This was the first direct diplomatic contact between an Indian envoy and the Nepal PM who had in the past refused to meet any foreign diplomat privately though he met envoys in gatherings. He had refused to meet Indias Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in May, leading New Delhi to cancel the visit, and had denied separate audiences to high-ranking United States officials, including Assistant Secretary of State Samir Paul Kapur and special envoy Sergio Gor

11 Aug 2026 12:36 am
Drought Preparedness: Kharge Seeks 10-Month Action Plan

Kharge also expressed displeasure that payments to some private borewell owners who had supplied water during the previous drought were still pending.

11 Aug 2026 12:36 am
Priyanka Cremated in Native Village, Family Seeks Justice

The cremation was initially delayed due to the visit of officials and was held later in the evening.

11 Aug 2026 12:35 am
Ex-Maoist Stronghold Karreguttalu to Become Eco-Tourism Hub: Telangana DGP

The route, recently opened with a mud road, wound through thick vegetation, steep hill stretches and uneven terrain, reflecting both the challenges and the isolation the region had long faced.

11 Aug 2026 12:32 am
Deputy CM Visits QuantumScape HQ in US, Pushes for Next-Gen Battery Tie-Up

Dr Sivaram gave an overview of QuantumScapes work on solid-state batteries, which promise higher energy density, faster charging and improved safety compared to conventional lithium-ion cells.

11 Aug 2026 12:30 am
Enumeration Phase Ends, 73 Lakh Votes at Risk

Yadadri-Bhongir district topped the state in the enumeration phase, with 94.31 per cent of voters' names digitised. Hyderabad stood last with 58.89 per cent digitisation.

11 Aug 2026 12:26 am
DC Edit | Jharkhand Stir Reveals Real Issues Far Deeper Than NEET

Behind the demonstrativeness at Jantar Mantar, which then spread to Ranchi in a restrained and peaceful manner under the leadership of students, is something that is genuine. The frustrations and discontent among the youth over a broken examination system which carries enormous implications for their careers and jobs and their very future have found a path to put governments on notice about the dire and urgent need for cleaning up the exam and recruitment systems

11 Aug 2026 12:24 am
Tirupati Airport Gets e-Visa Entry Facility, Awaits International Flights

Foreign pilgrims with e-Visas can use Tirupati airport to enter India, subject to international flight availability.

11 Aug 2026 12:22 am
Lokesh Promises Efforts to Bring Back Stranded Unemployed Youth From Myanmar to AP

Education Minister Nara Lokesh has directed AP Bhavan officials to help bring back unemployed Andhra Pradesh youth allegedly stranded in Myanmar after being duped with promises of jobs in Bangkok.

11 Aug 2026 12:22 am
Kazipet Dargah: Where Faiths Unite Beyond Caste, Religion

Urs celebrations showcase Telanganas enduring Ganga-Jamuna Tehzeeb

11 Aug 2026 12:19 am