🇮🇳 Hyderabad lights up for 80th Independence Day

Hyderabad celebrated the 80th Independence Day with vibrant flag-hoisting ceremonies and city-wide festivities. Residents gathered at landmarks like Charminar and the Telangana Secretariat across the city. The celebrations took place on Saturday, August 15, 2026, with numerous events organized. Government institutions and schools participated in the patriotic events throughout the day. In the evening, prominent landmarks were illuminated in the national flag's colours, drawing large crowds. 🇮🇳

🚜 Telangana SHG Women Get Drones & Millet Cafes

Ten Self-Help Group (SHG) members in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district of Telangana received drones, while another ten got mobile millet cafes on Saturday, August 15th. Thirty-five women were trained in drone tech, and another thirty-five got training for millet cafe operations. The drones are meant for providing agricultural services, boosting rural tech access and self-employment. The mobile cafes aim to create local markets for nutritious millets and support sustainable women's livelihoods. This initiative focuses on empowering women through technology and enterprise skills. 🚀

🍚 All eligible families in Telangana get ration cards

Civil Supplies Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy announced that every eligible family will receive a ration card in Telangana. He stated that rice worth ₹14,800 crore is being distributed to 3.42 crore people in the state. The number of ration cards has significantly increased from the 89 lakh cards issued by the previous BRS government. Reddy emphasized that the process is ongoing, ensuring all beneficiaries remain covered under the system. He criticized BRS leaders for making false claims about the government's welfare programs.

⚖️ BCI head apologizes over NALSAR convocation clash

The BCI chairperson, Manan Kumar Mishra, issued an apology to law students following a controversy. This dispute arose when the BCI halted enrolment for NALSAR's 2026 batch over CJI Surya Kant's presence at the convocation. The BCI reversed its order within hours due to backlash from the legal fraternity. Students from NALSAR and NLSIU demanded a public apology from Mishra for the episode. Mishra acknowledged that peaceful protest is part of democracy and urged students to make independent decisions.

🇮🇳 Independence Day highlights progress across districts

Independence Day celebrations were held with patriotic fervor across Kurnool, Nandyal, and Anantapur districts on Saturday. In Kurnool, Industries and Commerce Minister T.G. Bharath Gupta honored freedom fighters' families at Police Parade Ground. The Minister highlighted district achievements under the NDA government during the event. In Nandyal, Minority Welfare Minister N. Md. Farooq paid tribute to local freedom movement leaders. Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav stressed development efforts in Anantapur, aiming to create jobs. 🇮🇳

💸 Musk's $100M Play for GOP in Midterms

Elon Musk is preparing to donate $100 to $120 million through his super PAC to support Republican candidates in the US midterms. This spending is focused on a new voter-turnout operation across at least eight states, including Alaska, Iowa, and Ohio. The planned financial push follows a significant breakdown in his relationship with President Donald Trump last June. Musk previously spent nearly $300 million backing Trump during the 2024 presidential campaign. The PAC will heavily focus on field operations while Musk expects a less visible role this time.

🎶 Tribal artists in Kerala gain new music rights access

New professional avenues are opening for artists from tribal communities in Kerala to protect their work and earn royalties. Eight artists from Wayanad, Paniya, and Kattunaika communities attended a workshop in Kolkata, West Bengal. The five-day 'Living Roots Originals' program ran from August 3rd, supported by the Union Ministry of Tribal Affairs. This initiative addresses past financial exploitation in the commercial music industry for these artists. All participants will be enrolled for free at the IPRS and retain authorship rights for their original songs. 🎶

💧 State plans to fight drought in Raichur

The state government has launched key initiatives to tackle the ongoing drought situation in Raichur district. Minister Ajay Dharam Singh surveyed affected areas in Raichur after being instructed by Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar. The administration holds ₹4.95 crore, and the CM announced ₹100 lakh for each taluk for the drinking water crisis. The Agricultural Department supports farmers, achieving 2.73 lakh hectares of sowing this kharif season. A state delegation will visit New Delhi to push for pending Union government grants for the Kalyana Karnataka region. 💧

🚨 Police PRO confronts Congress leader over Hansi clash post

A controversy started after the Hisar police PRO called Congress leader Kiran Malik about her WhatsApp post concerning Hansi clashes. The PRO asked Malik to take down the post claiming the Hansi SP threw stones at protesters. Malik argued that the senior-most officer, the SP, was seen pelting stones at the mob during the violence. This dispute surfaced following clashes during the Independence Day function on August 15th. Malik threatened to file a petition in the high court on Monday regarding the events.

🇮🇳 AP Minister faints during Tirupati Independence Day event

Minister for Endowments Anam Ramanarayana Reddy fainted while addressing the public during the 80th Independence Day celebrations. This incident occurred in Tirupati on Saturday at the Police Parade Grounds after he hoisted the Tricolour. Security personnel quickly caught him as he became unwell, and the on-site medical team provided first aid. Following the necessary care, the Minister was declared safe and continued participating in the festivities. This event took place on August 15, 2026. 🇮🇳

💔 Bigg Boss star claims ex pressured her to change religion

Bigg Boss 13 contestant Himanshi Khurana shared shocking details about her past relationship with Asim Riaz. She spoke to former co-contestant Paras Chhabra about being pressured to leave her Hindu faith. Khurana stated Asim Riaz praised Islam and urged her to accept it during their four-year relationship. Despite considering conversion, she decided to complete the Char Dham Yatra as a goodbye to her beliefs. She ultimately realized she could not renounce her faith, citing deep internal connections.