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Poor Monsoon Rains Hurt Telangana Farmers and Power Utilities

El Nino and erratic rainfall in Telangana this monsoon have severely impacted agriculture and energy sectors. Farmers face investment losses due to water shortages affecting standing crops. Power utilities must purchase 30 to 50 million units daily due to reduced generation. Despite a 17% average rainfall deficit deemed normal, uneven distribution caused crop damage, depleted groundwater, and limited Kharif cultivation to its lowest since 2022.

The Hindu··Telangana

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Politics

Kiren Rijiju Questions Rahul Gandhi's Legitimacy After Kharge's Comment

Following Mallikarjun Kharge's remark, Kiren Rijiju sparked political controversy by questioning Congress President Rahul Gandhi's legitimacy as a Member of Parliament. The debate intensified with Rijiju demanding an apology and criticizing Kharge's comments involving PM Modi and Amit Shah. This exchange highlights ongoing political tensions between BJP and Congress leaders.

Amar Ujala·

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Entertainment

Sanjay Dutt Clarifies 'Can't Feel Peace in India' Remark

On Gandhi Jayanti, Sanjay Dutt appeared on Shekhar Suman's talk show and said he doesn't feel peace in India anymore, sparking social media backlash. He later clarified on X that his comments were meant humorously, inspired by his Munna Bhai character and the concept of 'Gandhigiri,' aiming to spread love and goodwill, not to offend anyone.

HT Entertainment·

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World

Former Bastar Security Camp Converted to Hostel for Tribal Boys

In Narayanpur district of Chhattisgarh's Bastar region, a former security camp in Bhatpal has been transformed into a residential hostel for over 150 tribal schoolboys. This initiative, the first in Bastar division, repurposes infrastructure previously used for security during insurgency into educational facilities. The hostel has been operational since August 11, following the government's declaration of India being free from Left Wing Extremism.

The Hindu··Narayanpur

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Over 70 Killed in Yemen Fighting as Regional Talks Loom

More than 70 people were killed in clashes in Yemen's Taiz province and nearby Lahj, with government forces losing 34 troops and Houthi fighters 39. The Saudi-backed Yemeni government launched a major military operation to reclaim territory from Iran-backed Houthis. The conflict intensifies ahead of a Mecca defence pact meeting in Riyadh to discuss regional issues including Yemen. Pakistan's foreign minister also commented on the crisis.

Firstpost World··Taiz

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World

Russian Drone Attack Kills One at Indian-Owned Pharma Warehouse in Ukraine

Russian drones struck a pharmaceutical warehouse in Sumy, Ukraine, owned by Indian interests, killing a 52-year-old employee and injuring three others. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed condolences and reported six injuries in a separate drone attack on a communications facility in Dnipro. The Ukrainian embassy in Delhi condemned the attack, calling it barbaric and highlighting the warehouse's Indian ownership.

HT World··Sumy

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