sports India took total control of the match after Dhruv Jurel scored an unbeaten 115 in Colombo. The Indian team declared their innings at 503 for 9, having already taken two Sri Lankan wickets. This happened during a rain-truncated second day's play on a date not specified. Jurel's innings, alongside Rishabh Pant's, helped put Sri Lanka under immense pressure. India now has a strong advantage heading into the next phase of the game.
The Anti-Corruption Bureau arrested a state tax officer and a senior assistant in Nirmal district. The accused were Koppela Gadavari and Manthri Sai Krishna, operating in the Nirmal Circle office. Initially demanding ₹1 lakh, the bribe was reduced to ₹50,000 from a businessman. This was for issuing a favorable GST audit report to lower tax liability. The officers are now facing court proceedings as the case remains under investigation. 💰
business BRS leader B. Vinod Kumar has urged Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy to reconsider the government's decision. This decision, detailed in GO 97, aims to bring polytechnic colleges under the Skill University. Students have been protesting for the last 10 days against this GO 97, which was issued on August 16th. The opposition stems from the university's lack of AICTE recognition and its private-public partnership model. Kumar suggested creating separate engineering colleges for polytechnic students via an entrance test, ECET.
The renovated Kalyana Mandapam at Chittoor Cooperative Sugar Factory in Doddipalle was officially reopened on Monday. Dignitaries including MP D. Prasada Rao and Joint Collector Adarsh Rajendran attended the inauguration ceremony. Basic renovation works, costing around ₹20 lakh, were completed using institutional funds. This upgraded venue offers residents facilities like a dining hall and a spacious function hall. Officials hope increased usage will boost factory revenue and support its employees. 🥳
business An Andhra Minister has officially rejected the proposal to build a new airport at Sri City near Chennai. This decision was communicated by the minister to relevant authorities in the region. The proposal had been under discussion, but the minister stated it was not on the current to-do list. This move signals a pause on infrastructure development plans in that specific area. Future discussions on the airport project remain uncertain for now. ✈️
tech Google just dropped the Pixel 11 Pro, featuring a 6.3” Super Actua OLED display and a Tensor G6 chip. This phone boasts 3 rear cams, up to 16GB RAM, and comes with 7 years of OS updates. Meanwhile, the RR Signature Cooktop is available for ₹4,590 for kitchen upgrades. Epos Impact 100 headsets are also listed at ₹6,590 for professional audio. These gadgets cover everything from mobile to home appliances. 📱
A two-year-old girl from Bhongir is now seizure-free after undergoing advanced epilepsy surgery. She was treated at Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, after suffering daily seizures since six months old. The surgery, an anterior temporal lobectomy, was performed following scans identifying a lesion in the left temporal region. Doctors emphasized the importance of early seizure control due to brain neuroplasticity. The child recovered well and was discharged within a week.
sports A big controversy erupted during the second Test match between India and Sri Lanka on Day 2. The incident occurred in Colombo when the umpires allowed play to continue despite fading light conditions. Prabath Jayasuriya was dismissed LBW by Manav Suthar on the final ball of the day. Jayasuriya and Kamil Mishara showed their displeasure, leading Jayasuriya to throw his gloves at the pavilion. The hosts currently trail by 495 runs after India declared their first innings at 503/9.
The Sri Durga Malleswara Swamy Varla Devasthanam announced the schedule for Pavithrotsavams, Varalakshmi Vratam, and Krishna Janmashtami. This announcement was made by Kanaka Durga temple Executive Officer V.K. Seena Naik at Indrakeeladri in Vijayawada. Pavithrotsavams will run for three days, from August 27 to August 29, with related rituals starting on August 26. Varalakshmi Vratams and Krishna Janmashtami are both scheduled for September 4, featuring various pujas and ceremonies. The temple plans for these events to draw large crowds for the celebrations. 🕉️
business The Khaja Bandanawaz Minority Souharda Cooperative Ltd. is exploring interest-free fixed deposits and loans for economically weaker sections. This announcement was made by President Syed Mohammed Ali Al-Hussaini during the annual general body meeting in Kalaburagi. The cooperative is committed to helping the community and benefits from customer support. He noted that the annual dividend will fund socially beneficial activities, as per the 2025-26 report. Members were also felicitated for their participation and timely loan repayments.
india Fadnavis advised auto drivers not to become language experts during recent protests. This advice was given while addressing concerns regarding the Marathi language drive. The protests saw participation from various drivers across different regions. The context involves ongoing discussions about the promotion and use of the Marathi language in public life. Moving forward, the situation will see continued dialogue between authorities and the driving community.
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