🐘 Bonalu Finale: Historic Ghatam Procession Wraps Up in Hyderabad

The historic Akkanna Madanna Mahankali Temple's sacred Ghatam procession marked the finale of the month-long Ashada Bonalu festivities in Hyderabad. Hyderabad City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar flagged off the event after praying at the temple in Haribowli. The procession moved through Gowlipura, Lal Darwaza, and Shalibanda before finishing at Nayapul. Sajjanar highlighted the temple's history and wished for the city's well-being following peaceful celebrations across major shrines. Elaborate security was maintained by police in coordination with various government departments for the event.

🌧️ Railway GM orders strict checks ahead of monsoon season

The SCR General Manager, Sanjay Kumar Srivastava, mandated intensive ballast inspections for track stability during heavy rains. He addressed senior officials on Monday, focusing on newly commissioned bridges and vulnerable railway lines. This directive comes as the monsoon season approaches, requiring proactive safety measures. Srivastava stressed adherence to strict protocols for all railway operations by staff and contractors. Furthermore, awareness programs are being called for regarding cattle run-over risks along tracks.

😠 Trump claims Iran is seeking damages from US

President Donald Trump stated that Iran is demanding compensation for damages caused by US actions. He also declared that the US is demanding compensation from Iran for similar issues. These remarks come amid reports detailing Iran's worsening economic situation, including high inflation and debt. The US appears to be continuing its policy of exerting economic pressure on Tehran. The situation suggests ongoing geopolitical tensions between the two nations. 😠

💍 Ronaldo ex speaks out on past romance

Gemma Atkinson revealed that she was offered money to speak negatively about Cristiano Ronaldo after their breakup. The actress and the football legend dated for a few months back in 2007 when Ronaldo played for Manchester United. These comments resurfaced amid wedding rumors involving Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez. Although there are wedding speculations, both parties are keeping details strictly private for now. No confirmed date exists for the high-profile couple's marriage. 💍

🕊️ Maoist stronghold turns to tourism in Telangana

The rugged Karrigutta hills, once a Maoist stronghold, are shifting towards tourism development. Telangana DGP CV Anand visited the area to witness this transition from a battlefield to a zone of connectivity. Operation Kagar, launched on April 21, 2025, resulted in 31 Maoist deaths and recovery of nearly 450 IEDs. The state government is now developing the area while ensuring environmental compliance. Plans are in motion to make Karrigutta a tourism spot, bringing peace to the region. 🕊️

🏏 Rohit Sharma joins Sony's huge new content slate

Indian cricketer Rohit Sharma is launching his own show on Sony Entertainment Television and SonyLIV this September. The content slate features Ajay Devgn hosting 'Crime Patrol 2026' and Madhuri Dixit Nene for 'Kon Honar Crorepati'. A.R. Rahman will lead 'Tamil Idol', while 'Kaun Banega Crorepati' Season 18 uses AI for its new format. Sony is also bringing 'Scam 2010' and Akshay Kumar's 'Haiwaan' to its platforms. This massive lineup is part of Sony Pictures Networks India's expansive programming strategy.

🔭 Scotland's partial solar eclipse is coming up 🌒

A partial solar eclipse will be visible across Scotland in nearly three decades on Wednesday. Astronomers confirm the best viewing spots are elevated locations with unobstructed views to the west. The event, which lasts about two hours, will begin when the Moon moves in front of the Sun between about 18:01 and 18:10 BST. While some areas might see less coverage, clearer skies in the south and east could mean better views. Viewers must use certified eclipse glasses to safely watch this slow-moving celestial event.

💻 Cloudflare's Kitesurf browser runs entirely on Workers

Cloudflare has launched Kitesurf, a new agent-first browser that operates completely on Workers. This tool was built for AI agents needing screenshots and HTML extraction without the cost of a full Chromium session. Benchmarks show Kitesurf uses about 3.1x less CPU for screenshots and 3.8x less for HTML extraction compared to warm-pool Chromium. It prioritizes structured content and isolation over human-browser features like tabs and themes. Developers can try the public playground at kitesurf.cloudflare.app to see its capabilities.

🥊 Gym spat escalates to assault allegations

A dispute initially started over vehicle damage at Helios Gym in Rampur Garden, Bareilly, has now taken a serious turn. The altercation involves members of the Bareilly Gym community. The conflict escalated following the incident, which occurred on an unspecified date. Allegations of assault have now surfaced amidst the ongoing disagreement. Authorities are expected to step in to handle the escalating situation soon. 🥊

🕵️ ED ramps up probe into exam paper leaks

The Enforcement Directorate is widening its money laundering investigation into major exam paper leak cases across several states. This probe covers Rajasthan, Bihar, Assam, Karnataka, and Maharashtra, including the NEET-UG leak. The agency is tracing alleged illicit funds generated from these offences across various recruitment and university entrance tests. Furthermore, the ED has launched an investigation into alleged irregularities in the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission-Combined Graduate Level exam. The agency will examine how money from these illegal activities was channeled to appear legitimate. 🧐

🌾 Kodagu crop insurance deadline extended for farmers

The deadline for farmers in Kodagu district to enroll under the Restructured Weather-Based Crop Insurance scheme has been extended. This scheme specifically covers the major perennial crops, pepper and arecanut, across all taluks in the district. The original registration and premium payment deadline was July 31, but the State government extended it to August 17. The Deputy Director of Horticulture urged farmers to utilize this extra time to enroll. Farmers can pay the premium at nearby banks, Grama One centres, or Common Service Centres.