Ganga and Yamuna Swell in Prayagraj, Boats Left Stranded Along the Banks

CityLightBuzz: Prayagraj, August 22, 2026: The Ganga and Yamuna rivers have swollen in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, following a rise in water levels. The increased flow has affected areas around the Triveni Sangam, with boats being kept along the riverbanks as the current becomes stronger. Several areas near the Sangam and low-lying locations have been affected […]

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Etela Rajender Expresses Condolences Over Demise of Kalva Prajna

CityLightBuzz: Hyderabad, BJP leader Etela Rajender expressed profound shock and grief over the sudden demise of Kalva Prajna, daughter of State BJP Office Secretary Shri Umashankar.Etela Rajender attended the last rites held at the Amberpet crematorium and paid his respects to Prajna’s mortal remains.He later visited Shri Umashankar and his family members and conveyed his deepest […]

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CM Revanth Reddy Visits Historic Ambedkar House in London

CityLightBuzz: Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy visited the historic Ambedkar House at 10 King Henry’s Road, Primrose, London, where Dr. B.R. Ambedkar lived during 1921–22 while pursuing his studies at the London School of Economics.Describing the visit as a deeply inspiring experience, CM Revanth Reddy wrote in the visitor’s diary: “Visiting Dr Ambedkar House […]

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HYDRA Commissioner Inspects Lake Restoration Works Across Hyderabad

CityLightBuzz: Hyderabad: HYDRA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath inspected the ongoing lake restoration works under the second phase of the city’s lake development programme on Saturday. The Commissioner visited Errakunta in Bachupally, Turkacheruvu in Nizampet and Kamuni Cheruvu in Moosapet and reviewed the progress of restoration works. He expressed satisfaction with the ongoing work and directed officials […]

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Dasoju Sravan Questions Cancellation of CM Revanth Reddy’s US Visit, Seeks Clarity from Centre and State

CityLightBuzz: Hyderabad: BRS MLC Dr. Dasoju Sravan has demanded clarity from both the Telangana government and the Centre over the reported denial of permission for Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy’s proposed visit to the United States. Addressing a press conference at Telangana Bhavan, Sravan alleged that the Union Ministry of External Affairs permitted the Chief […]

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Amala Akkineni Inaugurates ‘Pink Gulabb – The Heritage Edit’ in Hyderabad

CityLightBuzz: Hyderabad, August 22, 2026: A celebration of India’s rich handloom and craft heritage, ‘Pink Gulabb – The Heritage Edit’ was inaugurated in Hyderabad by actor, social entrepreneur and environmentalist Amala Akkineni. The two-day curated exhibition, being held on August 21 and 22, showcases India’s diverse heritage weaves, traditional art, hand embroidery, textiles and handcrafted […]

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Actress Abhirami Inaugurates ‘Colors 2.0’ Health & Wellness Centre in Madurai

CityLightBuzz: Madurai, Leading health and wellness organisation Colors Healthcare has expanded its presence in Tamil Nadu with the launch of its new ‘Colors 2.0’ wellness centre in Madurai. Popular actress Abhirami attended the event as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the new branch.The new centre has been established with modern wellness facilities focusing on weight […]

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B. Sreedhar Varma Takes Charge as SVBC Chairman in Tirupati

Tirupati, August 22, 2026: B. Sreedhar Varma formally assumed charge as the new Chairman of Sri Venkateswara Bhakti Channel (SVBC), the devotional and spiritual broadcasting arm of the Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams (TTD), at the SVBC office near Alipiri in Tirupati.Before taking charge, Sreedhar Varma received blessings at the Sri Ranganayakula Mandapam in Tirumala and later […]

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Sugar Prices Rise Across India; Centre Says Ethanol Is Not the Reason

CityLightBuzz: New Delhi, August 22, 2026: Sugar prices have witnessed a significant rise across India in recent weeks, with the average retail price increasing by nearly ₹10 per kg over the past month. However, the Central Government has rejected claims that the increase is linked to ethanol production. The Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and […]

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