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The KRS and Kabini reservoirs in the Cauvery basin are nearing full capacity due to heavy inflows from rainfall in their catchment areas. Authorities have issued flood warnings and are releasing water downstream, while monitoring the situation closely.
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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has signalled support for a written constitution, citing the need for clear principles and empowerment of regions. His devolution plans, including allowing regional mayors to retain local taxes, point toward a new constitutional settlement. Any such move would be a lengthy process requiring public inquiry and consensus.
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Kerala's rain-related death toll rose to 11 on Sunday, with over 7,600 people in relief camps across the state. The India Meteorological Department has issued a yellow alert for all districts on Monday, and schools remain shut in ten districts as a precaution.
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A Bengaluru teacher's family lost ₹45 lakh in a fake investment scheme after their husband was earlier cheated in a cyberfraud. The couple, already in debt, fell prey to an online app promising high returns. Police have registered a case and are investigating the money trail.
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Heavy rain wreaked havoc in Kannur and Kasaragod, leaving one dead and two missing, with landslips and evacuations. Wayanad saw relief as rains eased, but educational institutions remain closed in three districts.
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The Indian Youth Congress helpline for student protesters has received over 3,000 calls, with many from Bihar and a significant number from women. The Congress has criticised a police case against a protester and called for an inquiry into the police response.
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The ₹9.5 crore dredging of the Pamban canal, which connects the Gulf of Mannar and Palk Strait, is nearly complete. The work aims to restore safe navigation and prevent ships from getting stuck in silt, with over 2,500 of 3,500 metres already cleared.
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Heavy rain in Thrissur has led to school closures on Monday, with five relief camps housing 48 people. Waterlogging persists, a yellow alert has been issued for the Karuvannur River, and authorities are working to clear a blockage causing flooding.
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The Shri Ramlila Mahasangh has asked the makers of the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Ramayana' to hold a special preview screening before release, warning of protests if the demand is not met. The organisation cites concerns over potential scenes hurting Hindu sentiments, recalling the controversy around the film 'Adipurush'.
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Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has begun a tour of flood-hit districts, prioritising healthcare, power restoration, and sanitation. The floods have affected 11.45 lakh people and claimed 82 lives, with Sivasagar and Charaideo worst hit. The government announced relief measures, while allegations linking the floods to Nagaland were dismissed by the Konyak Union.
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The Godavari river at Dowleswaram Barrage rose to 42.10 feet, just below the first warning mark, while floods in Polavaram district have affected over 32,000 people. Relief operations are underway with 81 boats deployed, and authorities are monitoring the situation closely.
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Kerala's Opposition CPI(M) has accused Chief Minister V.D. Satheesan of mismanaging flood relief efforts and attending private events during the crisis. The party also alleged delays in rescue operations and lack of timely warnings, while Congress MLA Noushad Ali dismissed the criticism as politically motivated.
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Floodwaters are receding in Pathanamthitta, Kerala, offering relief to affected residents, but the Upper Kuttanad region remains submerged. Authorities have set up 95 relief camps sheltering over 3,500 people and declared a holiday for educational institutions on Monday.
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A landslip in Tirthahalli, Karnataka, buried a shed and killed a migrant family of three from Koppal district. The family, along with three others, had arrived in search of work but had decided to return home due to heavy rain. Their bodies were recovered after a rescue operation.
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The Delhi government has notified a scheme to compensate families of inmates who die unnaturally in prison. Compensation ranges from ₹5 lakh to ₹7.5 lakh depending on the cause, with a committee reviewing each case. The move follows NHRC guidelines and a Supreme Court directive.
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Telangana has identified 4,348 farm pond sites under the VB G RAM G programme, achieving 33% of its 13,046 target. The initiative, which employs nearly 10,000 wage seekers, is key to water conservation amid El Nino concerns.
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Assam's flood death toll stands at 82 with 1.78 lakh people affected across seven districts. The Centre has sanctioned Rs 379.35 crore for relief, while rescue efforts, including a village-led operation saving over 1,000 people, continue. The state government is focusing on rehabilitation and long-term erosion solutions.
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Kerala Minister K.A. Thulasi announced a special development package for tribal communities in Nilambur, including housing, education and livelihood initiatives. The announcement was made at a tribal documentation adalat where essential documents were issued to residents from 168 settlements.
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Kottayam begins cleaning up after floodwaters recede, but low-lying areas remain affected. Extensive damage reported in Erattupetta and Pala, with relief camps sheltering 419 people.
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Customs officials in Kerala have seized 8 kg of gold worth over ₹11 crore from airports in the state within a week, arresting nine people. The seizures are linked to a recent hike in import duty and involve sophisticated concealment methods.
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The Centre has released an additional ₹4,597 crore to Andhra Pradesh as part of tax devolution. Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu thanked the Prime Minister and Finance Minister, noting the funds will boost development projects and welfare initiatives.
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The AP JAC has warned the Andhra Pradesh government of a statewide agitation if it fails to decide on employees' pending demands by August 15. The body cited unpaid arrears, DA, and other benefits, and plans a Vijayawada meeting to plan the stir.
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Tata Trusts Chairman Noel Tata announced a strategic shift from project-based philanthropy to building lasting institutions in healthcare and education. He outlined plans for 40-50 not-for-profit hospitals and called for measurable outcomes in charitable work, at IIMBue 2026 in Bengaluru.
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BRAOU and the Commonwealth of Learning have signed a partnership agreement to develop an AI-enabled digital university. The collaboration will focus on digital education, faculty development, open educational resources and AI-driven learning, with an implementation roadmap and measurable outcomes.
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Niti Aayog's decadal report on school education reveals high dropout rates, infrastructure gaps, and declining learning outcomes. It recommends composite schools covering Classes 1-12 to address the 'leaky pipeline'.
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AIUTUC leaders at the Ballari district conference called for trade union unity and preparedness for larger struggles, alleging that governments are diluting labour protections. They cited the Labour Codes and the proposed reconsideration of minimum wages, and urged workers to draw inspiration from recent student and youth agitations.
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Andhra Pradesh and Australia signed four MoUs covering solar manufacturing, inclusive education, student mental health and skill development. The agreements aim to strengthen bilateral ties and support the State's growth in innovation and workforce training.
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Bihar politician Pappu Yadav has said he is ready to face death after an FIR was registered against him for a skit about alleged theft of donations from the Ram Temple. He dismissed the charges as politically motivated and refused to apologise, while police investigate the complaint.
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Political strategist Naresh Arora says Gen Z is India's first constituency defined by mindset rather than identity. He cautions parties against ignoring this generation's issue-based loyalty and calls the recent protests a reflection of deeper trust deficits.
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The Kerala High Court has asked the Chief Secretary to report on action taken against illegal flex hoardings, warning local bodies of strict action if violations persist. The court noted widespread unauthorised displays during FIFA World Cup celebrations and other events.
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YouTube has terminated the account of Mohammad Irfan, a Delhi slum resident, hours after his channel gained over 70,000 subscribers. Social media users and journalist Ajit Anjum are demanding the platform review its decision, calling it a possible automated error.
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The Karnataka Apartment Bill, 2026 proposes forming federations to manage common areas in large complexes with multiple associations. The draft, presented by the UDD, aims to resolve disputes over maintenance charges and infrastructure, and mandates registration of federations with the UDD within 60 days.
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The CBI is seeking transfer of 158 pending recruitment exam irregularity cases to fast-track courts under the new anti-paper leak law. Cases span states including Delhi, Bihar, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, with some pending for over two decades.
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A third-year BTech student of IIT Guwahati drowned after accidentally falling into the Brahmaputra River near Lathia Bagicha Ghat. Her companion was rescued within minutes, but the body of the deceased was recovered after a three-hour search. Police have registered a case and are treating it as an accident.
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A 30-year-old woman died after a tiger dragged her from her hut in a village near Kanha National Park in Madhya Pradesh. The incident highlights recurring human-wildlife conflict in the region. Forest officials have launched an inquiry and announced safety measures.
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Zoho founder Sridhar Vembu warns that AI is slowing job creation in India's IT sector, as companies spend more on infrastructure and data centres than on hiring. He calls employment generation the nation's biggest economic challenge, extending beyond technology to manufacturing and other industries.
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Puducherry Lt Governor K. Kailashnathan urged students to act as watchdogs against drug abuse, calling it a threat to national security and development. He spoke at the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan event at Pondicherry University and administered an anti-drug pledge to youth.
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The Kasaragod district administration has extended high alert for two more days as heavy rain continues. Five relief camps are housing 208 people, while officials assess damage from landslips and damaged bridges.
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Assam began self-enumeration for Census 2027 on August 2, 2026, except in flood-hit Sivasagar and Charaideo districts, where the process is suspended. The online portal will remain active until August 16, with enumerators verifying details later. Officials assured that the exercise will resume in affected areas once conditions normalise.
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A 3rd-year IIT Guwahati student drowned in the Brahmaputra River near Lathia Bagicha Ghat after an accidental fall. Her friend was rescued, and the institute has expressed deep sorrow while police investigate the incident.
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Astronauts aboard the International Space Station have successfully grown Red Russian kale and Wasabi mustard greens, sharing the results online. The research marks a step toward sustainable food production for future deep-space missions.
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Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar has appealed to farmers, Kannada organisations and opposition leaders to withdraw the August 13 bandh against the CWMA-directed release of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu. He cited legal and practical reasons, including the impact on schools and businesses, and stressed the government's commitment to protecting state interests.
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Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the state will decide on declaring drought-hit regions by August end. With only 35% of normal rainfall received, the government will follow NDRF norms and seek Cabinet approval. PM Modi has reportedly assured a meeting after the Parliament session.
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MNS chief Raj Thackeray has alleged that ₹18 crore is siphoned annually from Siddhivinayak Temple in Mumbai. Trust chairman Sada Sarvankar said nine employees have been arrested. Thackeray also claimed ₹1,400 crore was stolen from the Ram Temple in Ayodhya.
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Puducherry's Pondicherry and Oulgaret municipalities have initiated construction of dog shelters, implementing the Supreme Court's order to relocate stray dogs from institutional areas. The shelters will house over 180 dogs and include veterinary facilities, with relocation to be handled by NGOs.
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NLC India Renewables Ltd has received a Letter of Intent from GUVNL for a 900 MW solar power project in Gujarat. The project, awarded via competitive bidding, advances NIRL's goal of becoming a 10+ GW renewable energy company by 2030.
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Lakhs of devotees thronged the Ujjaini Mahankali Temple in Secunderabad for the annual Bonalu festival, with queues stretching for nearly a kilometre. Despite the heat, devotees offered bonams to the goddess, and arrangements including separate queues and police deployment ensured orderly movement.
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At a rare Open House hosted by the Indian Embassy in Beijing, diaspora members raised concerns over anti-India social media content, fewer work visas, and spouse employment restrictions. Ambassador Vikram Doraiswami responded by announcing eased visa documentation for Chinese citizens and plans for a legal assistance framework.
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Two TVK functionaries in Aruppukottai have been arrested for allegedly accepting ₹22 lakh from a truck operator in exchange for a TASMAC transport contract. The case was registered following a complaint by a senior assistant to the Prohibition and Excise Minister.
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Kerala Forest Department is compiling a list of illegally geo-tagged locations inside reserve forests to get them removed from online maps. The move follows concerns that such postings facilitate unlawful entry and lead to human-wildlife conflict.
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