Two terrifying mass shootings hit South Africa over the weekend, leaving at least 27 people dead. Gunmen with rifles opened fire at a pub near Johannesburg, killing 17. Hours later, 10 more were killed at a shop close to Cape Town. Dozens were injured, and police still haven't caught anyone. People across the country are left in total shock.

A 44-year-old doctor from Hyderabad reportedly lost a staggering ₹14.61 crore in a fake online trading scam, making it one of Telangana’s biggest cyber fraud cases. The doctor was allegedly introduced to online trading through a woman on Facebook and was directed to a fake investment website. Cybercriminals convinced him to make multiple deposits before disappearing with the money.

Telugu-origin student Ashrit Talluri, just 14, has achieved a perfect 1600 out of 1600 on the SAT in the US. The Georgia-based student had already scored 1600 in three practice tests before taking the actual exam. Now studying in ninth grade, Ashrit also takes college-level courses through dual enrollment and hopes to become a neurosurgeon.

Summer Holidays is directed by Srikar and produced by Dheeraj Mogilineni. The team is now considering an October 17 release, with final discussions with the OTT platform reportedly underway. An official announcement is expected after those talks are concluded.

Amid the ongoing controversy over the Special Intensive Revision and opposition demands for Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation, the Election Commission has postponed two youth voter awareness programmes in Meerut and Varanasi. Kumar was scheduled to address the Meerut event on September 25 and interact with youth in Varanasi on September 28.

A 5 kg Ganesh laddu at Keerthi Richmond Villas in Hyderabad fetched a staggering ₹1.01 crore at auction. The proceeds will be used to support charitable causes. The auction once again highlighted Hyderabad’s unique Ganesh laddu tradition, where devotees and residents come together to contribute generously for social welfare initiatives.

CJP founder Abhijeet Dipke has announced a nationwide protest if Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar does not resign. In a social media post, Dipke said the agitation will begin from Mumbai on October 2, Gandhi Jayanti, before expanding to cities across India. He also urged people to pledge to protect democracy on the occasion.

Sama Praneeth Reddy of Urban Group has won the prestigious Balapur Ganesh laddu auction for Rs 39 lakh. The annual auction is one of the major highlights of the Balapur Ganesh celebrations in Hyderabad. The auction witnessed considerable interest, with devotees and business personalities participating in the bidding. The Balapur laddu auction is held every year with great enthusiasm.

The Paradise has reportedly collected around Rs 16 crore share in Nizam on Day 1 including premieres. The region’s theatrical rights were reportedly acquired for around Rs 35 crore. With the Day 1 share covering a significant portion of the target, the film needs steady numbers over the coming days to recover the investment and reach breakeven in the Nizam region.

Nani’s The Paradise opened with sensational numbers on Day 1, with early estimates suggesting around ₹75 crore, including the premiere shows. Despite the mixed talk, the film is expected to hold well through the first weekend, which will be crucial for it to enter the safe zone.

In a major development in the AP liquor scam, an ED special court has granted conditional bail to key accused, Raj Kasireddy and Vasudeva Reddy. The court strictly directed them not to leave the country or tamper with evidence, alongside submitting a ₹1 lakh surety each. Both suspects are likely to be released from Chanchalguda jail this Friday.

An Indian man turned down a job offer because the company would not give him a MacBook. He said the work device choice mattered a lot to him. The story sparked debate online about job perks and preferences.

A moving sleeper bus caught fire on the Yamuna Expressway near Jewar Airport in Greater Noida on Thursday. Nine people were killed and several others suffered severe injuries. Passengers were caught trapped inside as flames quickly engulfed the vehicle. Emergency teams rushed to the scene to extinguish the fire and take the injured to nearby hospitals.

A tragic hit-and-run incident occurred on Hyderabad's Tank Bund late last night. A speeding motorcycle rammed into a Sub-Inspector on duty overseeing festival traffic control, causing fatal injuries. Hyderabad Police launched a citywide dragnet using CCTV footage to identify and apprehend the biker.

Food safety Task Force (H-FAST) officers seized 36 tonnes of fake and adulterated ghee during coordinated raids across processing units in Hyderabad. The counterfeit products, made with cheap chemical oils and artificial flavors, were packaged to mimic major commercial brands.

US President Donald Trump rolled out a huge welcome for Chinese President Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews. He greeted Xi on the tarmac with a 100-foot red carpet, a military honor guard, and a flyover by two B-1 bombers. The elaborate reception marks the start of Xi's three-day visit for high-stakes trade and security talks amid.

An Indian sailor named Suraj Yadav died after commercial ship named MV Cape Dao was hit by two torpedoes near the Oman coast. The ship was heading to India with 28 crew members, including 20 Indians. Omani authorities managed to save 19 other Indian sailors. India condemned the tragic attack and asked for safer sea routes.

A tragic train accident happened near Burma Colony in Tekkali, Srikakulam district in which four students were killed on spot. The tragedy occurred when five intermediate students were walking along the railway track from Naupada toward Tekkali when the Rajya Rani Express ran over them today. The injured has been admitted to Tekkali Government Hospital for treatment. Police are investigating the case.

Public-sector banks and regional rural banks will remain open this Sunday, September 27, ahead of the proposed nationwide bank strike from September 28 to 30. The RBI has approved Sunday operations to ensure customers are not affected by five consecutive days of disrupted branch services due to the weekend and strike.

Mythri Theatres is bringing Telangana’s much-loved Sarvapindi to audiences at Mythri Vimal and Mythri Shiva Ganga. The traditional local delicacy will be served as a special interval experience for Nani’s upcoming film The Paradise. The initiative is being presented in association with Baamma Stories, adding a unique Telangana flavour to the movie-watching experience.