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Kashmir CM's remarks ahead of US envoy visit draw PDP criticism
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah said Washington should not solve Kashmir’s problems and that the central government must. PDP criticised the remark as pre-emptive defensiveness ahead of a meeting with the US Ambassador to India in Srinagar.
Traffic around KBR Park Hyderabad eases as new one-way system settles in
Hyderabad’s KBR National Park area shows smoother traffic on the second day of a new one-way scheme, with lower volumes and more motorists adapting to diversions. Officials say volume is down 5-10% from day one and about 60-70% of drivers are merging smoothly, aided by increased signage and deployed
Markapuram Collector inspects Veligonda rehabilitation colonies for displaced families
Andhra Pradesh officials inspected rehabilitation layouts for Veligonda Project-displaced families in Markapuram, detailing planned infrastructure works and basic amenities.
PAC orders 60-day deadline for NTA seed-fund utilisations
India's Public Accounts Committee told the Education Ministry to secure utilisation certificates for ₹10 crore of the NTA seed grant within 60 days. The directive follows a CAG report noting outstanding UCs and broader gaps in fund verification across ministries.
Karnataka CM Shivakumar visits BJP office to pay respects to Nagesh
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar visited the BJP state office in Bengaluru to pay respects to B.C. Nagesh, a former BJP minister who died recently. The body was kept at the BJP office before funeral with state honours was announced.
Cabinet nod for extra railway lines in Gummidipoondi-Gudur hailed
The Union Cabinet approved additional railway lines for the Gummidipoondi-Gudur section, a ₹2,229-crore project slated for four years and part of a larger ₹9,450-crore set of national rail investments. It aims to ease congestion at Gudur and bolster connectivity between Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu
Kerala CM urged to clarify stance on PM SHRI scheme by BJP
BJP demanded Kerala Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan clarify his position on PM SHRI scheme after a statement by Panchayat Minister K. M. Shaji. The party linked silence to alleged IUML/Jamaat-e-Islami influence and criticized campus violence and handling by authorities.
Omar Abdullah reacts to Gen Z video from Kargil checkpoint
Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah commented on a viral video of a tourist arguing with security at a Kargil checkpoint, urging caution in using the Gen Z label as a threat. The incident coincided with visits by the US ambassador to Srinagar.
Ponnam launches Husnabad outreach; Gouravelli project to be completed at earliest
Minister Ponnam Prabhakar launches a village outreach drive in Husnabad, promising early completion of the Gouravelli irrigation project. Land acquisition is underway and 173 villages are to be covered, with multiple welfare drives and infrastructure schemes announced.
Student acts as conductor on KKRTC bus prompts safety questions
A video shows a student performing conductor duties on a KKRTC bus on the Kalaburagi-Kalagi route. The incident raises concerns about adherence to transport rules and accountability within KKRTC.
Kharge: Modi govt destroyed students' future; roadmap for youth urged
Congress president Kharge blamed the Modi government for harming the prospects of students, citing closures of thousands of schools and rising costs in higher education. He urged a long-term Education-to-Employment Roadmap and pressed for accountability over Ram temple donations and related scams.
Kerala launches Revive-Navajeevanam to boost primary maths and languages
Kerala’s General Education department rolled out Revive-Navajeevanam, a 100-day initiative by Samagra Shiksha Kerala to lift proficiency in Malayalam, English, and Mathematics for lower and upper primary students. The program was unveiled alongside mid-day meal support and Onam relief efforts, with
Karnataka defends Nagendra’s cabinet inclusion amid protests
The Karnataka government defended B. Nagendra’s inclusion in the Cabinet despite embezzlement allegations, as Opposition protests disrupted legislative proceedings. Deputy CM Parameshwara cited recoveries and bail as context, while Nagendra claimed targeted politics against him as a Dalit leader.
Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha registration drive held in Mysuru
The Bharat Jodo Yuva Sangha registration drive was conducted at Government First Grade College in Mysuru, with city officials outlining aims and registration procedures. The event urged youths aged 16–35 to join and participate in social and developmental initiatives.
Sugar prices hit record high as cane diverted to ethanol
Retail sugar in India climbed to a record, with wholesale prices rising in key markets. The spike is linked to higher ethanol production from cane, while the government weighs importing sugar and removing import duty to ease shortages.
ABVP opposition to turning RIE PM SHRI school into Kendriya Vidyalaya
ABVP Mysuru has voiced strong opposition to converting the PM SHRI Experimental School at the Regional Institute of Education, Mysuru, into a Kendriya Vidyalaya. The group argues the change would undermine the school's role in teacher training and innovative education.
Andhra Pradesh CM releases ₹200 crore as Veligonda oustees compensation
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu released ₹200 crore as compensation to Veligonda project-displaced families, part of a total ₹518 crore disbursed so far. The One-Time Settlement program covers 2,557 families, with ₹318 crore previously allocated to 2,557 families and ongoing reha
TPCC chief reviews SIR process in Nizamabad, pledges voting rights protection
Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee president Mahesh Kumar Goud led a review of the SIR process in Nizamabad, emphasizing safeguarding voting rights. The meeting also linked to concerns about the BJP-led government and the role of the Election Commission in transparent voter list revisions.
Liberia eyes India-inspired path for women’s empowerment
Liberia’s 12-lawmakers delegation visited New Delhi to study India’s approach to women’s political participation and gender-responsive governance, focusing on programmes like digital inclusion, survivor services, and women-led development.
Congress protests demand regularisation of HKRN staff in Haryana
Haryana Congress activists, led by Bhupinder Hooda, protested in Panchkula calling for regularisation of staff recruited through the Haryana Kaushal Rozgar Nigam and equal pay and benefits. They accused the BJP government of favouring contract employment and reducing government posts, arguing for a
Two PM funds in India: what the 8,452 crore balance means
India operates two PM-led relief funds: PMNRF (established 1948) and PM CARES (established 2020). Latest audited PM CARES accounts show a year-end balance of ₹8,452.07 crore with low annual spending and significant fixed deposits, plus delayed disclosure. The two funds have different mandates for em
Kerala Governor aids passerby near Lok Bhavan, arranges medical help
Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar halted to assist a man who collapsed near Lok Bhavan, ensuring medical care and arranging hospital transport for the patient. The incident occurred while the Governor was leaving his residence to attend Onam celebrations.
Maya Rahul elected chairperson of Pala municipality as LDF and rebel Congress join
Maya Rahul was elected chairperson of Pala municipality in Keralam on August 19, 2026, securing 16 votes from all LDF councillors, three rebel Congress members and herself. Riya Bino Cheeramkuzhi of UDF received 10 votes. The post had been vacant since a no-confidence motion on July 21, 2026.
Palestine backs India’s UNSC bid, seeks New Delhi role in Gaza peace push
Palestinian ambassador says Palestine supports India's bid for a UN Security Council seat and wants New Delhi to help advance Gaza peace. India continues development partnerships in the West Bank and Gaza, including a hospital project, while New Delhi's top diplomat visits Ramallah amid humanitarian