Former YSRCP minister Sidiri Appalaraju has been granted bail after spending 23 days in remand over alleged attempts to tamper with evidence in his son’s accident case. During his time in jail, YSRCP chief YS Jagan Mohan Reddy stood by him and extended support. The bail has brought relief to YSRCP supporters.
The Adani Group is set to establish a ₹16,000 crore titanium plant in Srikakulam, with Karan Adani and his team recently meeting Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu. The group also presented plans for a Data Centre and IT Park in Visakhapatnam, along with an university, international school and major healthcare projects.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu has received a major relief as the Supreme Court refused to interfere with the AP High Court order quashing the FIR against him and Minister Ponguru Narayana in the Amaravati land pooling case. The bench observed that political battles should not be fought through courts.
The Supreme Court has quashed all FIRs registered against comedian Samay Raina and others over allegedly insensitive remarks concerning persons with disabilities on India’s Got Latent. The court’s decision brings relief to the comedian and other individuals named in the cases, ending the legal proceedings arising from the controversial episode.
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister Vijay has received a major relief as the Supreme Court stayed the Madras High Court order blocking government jobs for eligible kin of Karur stampede victims. The state government had announced employment for deserving family members of those who died, but the High Court had earlier barred the move.
Seven workers were killed and 14 injured after water and debris flooded an under construction hydropower tunnel in Uttarakhand’s Chamoli district. Rescue teams from the NDRF, SDRF and other agencies are working to reach the remaining trapped worker, while the injured have been shifted to nearby hospitals.
The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has tightened norms for ambulances operating on national highways. Ambulances must reach crash sites within 10 minutes when the accident is within 10 km. Failure to meet the deadline can attract a ₹10,000 penalty, while victims must reach hospitals within the golden hour.
Air India has reportedly introduced compulsory drug screening for all its pilots, going beyond the testing currently prescribed by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The move comes amid growing concerns over aviation safety and aims to strengthen internal monitoring and ensure pilots remain fit for duty.
Vishwanath And Sons is witnessing good advance bookings, with Hyderabad and Chennai currently trending at almost similar numbers. Despite Suriya being a Tamil star, Telugu audiences have always embraced him. With both the director and producer being Telugu, the film is expected to receive strong support from Telugu audiences.
Shiromani Akali Dal chief Sukhbir Singh Badal was reportedly attacked near a gurdwara in Nanded, Maharashtra, on Thursday. He was injured and hospitalized following the targeted assault. A police officer from his security detail was also injured in the incident. Further details about the attack and the condition of those injured are awaited.
Jr NTR has been discharged from KIMS Hospitals in Secunderabad after undergoing successful arthroscopic shoulder surgery. He is now expected to begin a structured rehabilitation programme and recover fully within two to three months, according to the hospital update.
Filmmaker Sukumar’s daughter Sukriti Veni has achieved another milestone. After winning the National Award for her performance in Gandhi Thatha Chettu, she has now been selected for a prestigious music programme in the US. Out of 272 applicants, only 14 were selected. Sukriti is the only Indian student among the selected participants.
An old mock interview of IPS officer Rahul Bansal has gone viral after he was accused of accepting a ₹1 crore bribe during his first field posting. In the video, Bansal had described feeling “very bad” after allegedly paying ₹500 for his brother’s birth certificate. The corruption allegations remain unproven.
Karoline Leavitt has announced her decision to step down as White House Press Secretary, calling it a “bittersweet” move to focus on raising her two young children. Leavitt said she could not balance motherhood with the demanding role. President Donald Trump has asked her to continue serving as a top adviser outside the White House.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu chaired the 20th State Investment Promotion Board meeting, where investment proposals worth nearly ₹2.08 lakh crore were discussed for 37 projects. The proposals span industries, power, IT, tourism and food processing sectors. Several ministers and senior officials attended the meeting, highlighting the state’s focus on attracting investments.
Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced that Season 2 of ‘Jantar-Mantar’ will begin soon. Responding to questions and comments on Instagram about the next edition, Dipke said preparations are underway and assured followers that the new season is set to return shortly.
The government has decided to refer the FCRA Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee for further scrutiny, paving the way for wider discussion and consultation. The move is being welcomed as a prudent step, with supporters arguing that contentious legislation deserves detailed examination, dialogue and broader stakeholder input before Parliament considers its passage.
Dulquer Salmaan’s much-awaited Onam release I’m Game is reportedly being postponed from its August 20 release date due to incomplete post-production work. The development has sparked discussions among fans and trade circles. However, there is no official confirmation from the makers yet, and an official clarification regarding the release is awaited.
Ravi Teja’s upcoming film Irumudi is currently undergoing censor formalities, with the movie gearing up for its theatrical release on August 21. The film has generated decent curiosity among fans, and the completion of censor proceedings marks another key step before the team brings the film to theatres.
The upcoming film starring Venkatesh, Kalyan Ram and Anil Ravipudi is currently being shot on the Guntur Kaaram set. Interestingly, August 14 marks Venkatesh’s completion of 40 years in the film industry. To celebrate the milestone, the makers are reportedly planning to unveil a special first look of Venkatesh on the occasion.