Veteran actor Sathyaraj, best known for his iconic role as Kattappa in the Baahubali series, has joined the cast of Salman Khan's upcoming film Sikandar. Sathyaraj has already begun shooting for the movie alongside Prateik Babbar. Produced by Nadiadwala Grandson and directed by AR Murugadoss, Sikandar is slated for an Eid 2025 release.

Bengaluru is facing a dengue outbreak, with over 400 cases reported in just four days. The surge in infections has led to a high demand for dengue vaccines. Health authorities are working to control the situation by conducting awareness campaigns and providing treatment to affected individuals. Residents are advised to take preventive measures against mosquito-borne diseases.

Ola CEO Bhavish Aggarwal has announced that developers can now access Ola Maps for free on the Krutrim AI platform for one year. Aggarwal believes it's time for developers to move away from Google Maps. The free access aims to encourage developers to build innovative location-based applications using Ola's mapping services.

Triptii Dimri, known for her roles in films like Animal and Qala, recently shared a sunkissed photo with her rumored boyfriend Sam Merchant on social media. The picture, which showcases their affectionate bond, has sparked speculation about their relationship status among fans and media.

Telangana police are intensifying efforts to make the state drug-free. Surprise checks were conducted at pubs and bars in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills to detect marijuana use among youth. Strict action will be taken against pub owners who allow drug consumption on their premises. Citizens are urged to report any drug-related activities by dialing 100.

Karan Johar has criticized Bollywood's high-paid actors, stating that stars charging Rs. 35 crore cannot even guarantee an opening of Rs. 3.5 crore. He believes that 10 actors are burdening producers with exorbitant fees, putting the entire financial responsibility on the producers, who suffer losses if the film fails at the box office.

Vijay Sethupathi's 50th film 'Maharaja' is set to release on Netflix on July 12th. The movie, which was a box office success, will stream in five languages: Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam, Kannada, and Hindi. 'Maharaja' has grossed over Rs. 100 crores across all language versions.

Samsung workers in South Korea began the largest strike in the company's history, with around 6,500 employees boycotting work for three days. The workers are demanding higher wages, a share of the company's extra profits as bonuses, and an additional day off per year. Despite the strike, Samsung has not yet responded to the workers' demands.

Bollywood couple Riteish Deshmukh and Genelia Deshmukh have pledged to donate their organs, stating that there is no better gift than the gift of life. The actors made the announcement on social media on Doctor's Day, encouraging others to follow suit and save lives

Rescue operations are underway at Pali waterfall in Goa after heavy rainfall caused a sudden rise in water levels, trapping around 80 tourists. 50 people have been safely rescued so far, while 30 remain stranded. The state forest department has shut access to all waterfalls for one week due to the dangerous conditions.

Rising star Abhishek Sharma's stunning maiden T20I century powered India to a mammoth 234/2 against Zimbabwe in the second match in Harare. The 23-year-old's 46-ball 100, featuring 8 sixes and 7 fours, was the fastest ton by an Indian in the format. Ruturaj Gaikwad's unbeaten 77 and Rinku Singh's 48* off 22 balls provided solid support as India posted their highest T20I total against Zimbabwe.

In a tragic incident, a Telangana police officer died by suicide after allegedly facing harassment from his superiors. The officer, identified as Srinivas, left behind a suicide note detailing the reasons for his extreme step. His wife Krishnaveni has filed a complaint with the police, seeking justice for her husband's untimely demise.

In a heartwarming story, a father-son duo from Telangana have both qualified for the Group-1 mains exams after passing the prelims. Ravikiran, a 53-year-old English teacher, and his 25-year-old son Michael, who completed his degree through distance education, will now compete in the next stage of the prestigious civil services exam.

Veteran actor Suman praised former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu for developing Hyderabad during the state's united days. Suman expressed confidence in Naidu's ability to transform Andhra Pradesh, emphasizing the importance of securing central funds through the current coalition government. While acknowledging some positive initiatives by the current CM Jagan Mohan Reddy, Suman stressed the need to accelerate development in the next five years to make u

Ahead of MS Dhoni's 43rd birthday, his fans in Vijayawada have erected a gigantic 100-foot cutout of the former India captain. The massive structure, showcasing Dhoni in his iconic wicketkeeping stance, has become a major attraction in the city as fans eagerly await the cricketing legend's special day.

Dr. Prachikar (46), an Anesthesia Professor at NIMS in Hyderabad, died by suicide in Begumpet. Police sources revealed that she administered anaesthesia to herself at her residence in Bhramanwadi. The reasons behind her tragic decision are still under investigation.

The Amarnath Yatra in Jammu and Kashmir is facing challenges due to the melting of the ice Shiva Lingam in the Amarnath cave. The 52-day long Yatra, which began on June 29, has seen 1.52 lakh devotees visit so far, but the melting of the ice Shiva Lingam has left many disappointed as the Yatra is scheduled to end on August 19.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, a crucial NDA ally, has presented substantial demands to the Centre. He has requested over ₹1 lakh crore for Amaravati, projects, and schemes. Naidu has pressed the PM to allocate ₹50,000 crores for the capital, ₹12,000 crores for Polavaram, and ₹7,000 crores for fiscal deficits in the upcoming Union Budget.

The Delhi High Court has clarified that WhatsApp chats cannot be considered as evidence under the Evidence Act-1872 unless accompanied by a suitable certificate vouching for their authenticity. This ruling came in response to a case filed by Adil Feroze against Dell International Services in the District Consumer Forum in 2022, where the High Court upheld the Commission's verdict.

Panic gripped residents of Medak district in Telangana after a leopard was spotted on the roadside. Forest officials rushed to the area and launched a search operation to locate the big cat. Locals have been advised to exercise caution and avoid venturing out alone, especially during the night.

Keir Starmer's Labour Party has secured a historic landslide victory in the UK general election, winning over 400 seats. Outgoing PM Rishi Sunak conceded defeat, apologizing for the Conservatives' worst electoral loss in nearly 200 years. Starmer, the new PM, promises a "national renewal" and to govern "country first, party second."