- newManikanta Hoblidhar wins 100m gold at National Open Athletics Championships
Manikanta Hoblidhar overcame stomach cramps to win the men’s 100m gold at the 65th National Open Athletics Championships, clocking 10.25 seconds. Meanwhile, race walker Servin Sebastian lost his podium chance after receiving a two-minute technical penalty
- 3 hours ago 10 Oct 26, 12:10am - - newChola Chiefs beat Kakatiya Knights 6-2 for first Archery Premier League win
Chola Chiefs registered their first Archery Premier League Season 2 victory, defeating Kakatiya Knights 6-2. Colombia’s Alejandra Usquiano impressed on debut with eight perfect 10s, while Deepika Kumari and Marcus D’Almeida helped the Chiefs seal the decisive fourth set
- 3 hours ago 10 Oct 26, 12:06am - - newSHE POWER Foundation to organise women’s safety bike rally in Hyderabad on Oct 11
SHE POWER Foundation will organise a women’s safety bike rally in Hyderabad on October 11 to mark the International Day of the Girl Child. The rally will be flagged off by Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao from Jal Vihar.
- 3 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 11:50pm - - newWoman found murdered in Hyderabad’s Chaderghat, hunt on for unidentified assailants
A 34-year-old woman from Chanchalguda was allegedly murdered by unidentified persons in Hyderabad's Chaderghat area on Friday night. Police have launched an investigation and are pursuing leads to identify and apprehend the culprits.
- 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 11:17pm - - newAESL launches Invictus-Engineering 2.0 for JEE, CET aspirants
Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) has launched Invictus-Engineering 2.0, a performance-driven academic framework aimed at students preparing for JEE Main, JEE Advanced and State CET examinations. The programme is built around six key academic pillars and offers four specialised learning tracks tailored to different student requirements and aspirations.
- 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 11:10pm - - newAndhra MLC alleges Rs 25 lakh land fraud in Hyderabad, complaint lodged
Andhra Pradesh MLC C Ramachandraiah has alleged that he was cheated of Rs 25 lakh by a man and his son who purportedly promised to sell him 5.5 acres of land in Madhapur, Hyderabad.
- 4 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 11:08pm - - newCyberabad civic body joins hands with UNICEF India, opens Child Rights Secretariat Cell
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC), in partnership with UNICEF India, has launched an initiative to promote child-friendly urban governance by recognising children and adolescents as "Junior Citizens" and incorporating their perspectives into city planning.
- 5 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 9:53pm - - newHYDRAA warns of action against extortionists misusing agency’s name
The HYDRAA has warned of strict action against individuals allegedly extorting money by falsely using its name. The agency urged citizens not to make any payments to such persons and to report complaints to the ACB, HYDRAA or local police.
- 6 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 9:25pm - - newBank manager’s alert saves Hyderabad retiree from losing another Rs 2 lakh in nude video call scam
A retired employee from Hyderabad’s AS Rao Nagar allegedly lost nearly Rs 18 lakh to fraudsters who blackmailed him using a recorded personal video call. The scam was uncovered when a vigilant bank manager alerted police as the victim attempted to transfer another Rs 2 lakh.
- 6 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 9:18pm - - newAfter Kancha Gachibowli, government discreetly mortgages 817 acres of prime HMDA land
The Telangana government has mortgaged 817.32 acres of HMDA land across Hyderabad to secure borrowing of Rs 12,818 crore. BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has questioned the valuations, security arrangements and use of proceeds, demanding disclosure of the transaction documents and terms.
- 6 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 8:43pm - - newTelangana contract assistant professors demand job regularisation
Contract assistant professors from 12 Telangana universities have demanded regularisation before teaching recruitment notifications are issued. UTAC cited the Telangana Education Commission’s recommendations and recalled assurances on job security and UGC pay scales allegedly given by Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy.
- 7 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 8:26pm - - newDelay in serving biryani sparks clash; car set ablaze outside Vanasthalipuram restaurant
A dispute over a delayed biryani order at a restaurant in Hyderabad's Vanasthalipuram area allegedly escalated into a clash between customers and staff. A car left at the spot by one of the customers was later found engulfed in flames.
- 7 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 8:03pm - - newTTF Hyderabad 2026 opens with 150 exhibitors from 15 Indian states
TTF Hyderabad 2026 opened at HITEX with more than 150 exhibitors from 15 Indian States and seven countries. Organised by Fairfest Media, the three-day event showcases destinations, hospitality brands and travel services, while Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao launched the Bathukamma Festival poster.
- 7 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 7:49pm - - newTelangana SIR: 18.12 lakh voters face exclusion from final electoral list
More than 18.12 lakh electors in Telangana are at risk of being removed from the electoral rolls for failing to respond to notices issued during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise.
- 7 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 7:48pm - - newTelangana POPSKs facilitate over 1.66 lakh passport transactions in 2025-26: Chief PMG
Fourteen Post Office Passport Seva Kendras in Telangana facilitated 1.66 lakh passport transactions during 2025-26, while 87,100 more services were delivered up to September 2026, according to Telangana Circle Chief PMG DSVR Murthy.
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- newHyderabad: One-way traffic to continue around KBR Park as old plans scrapped
Officials have scrapped earlier proposals for separate underpasses and grade separators around Hyderabad’s KBR Park, opting for a 4.3-km elevated corridor costing Rs 1,090 crore. The existing one-way traffic system will continue, with construction planned in two packages.
- 9 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:44pm - - newBRS demands CEC’s resignation over alleged voter deletions in Telangana
The BRS has demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and an independent probe into alleged voter deletions in Telangana. Party leaders claimed 95 lakh votes were deleted statewide and around 1.06 lakh in Karimnagar constituency alone.
- 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:36pm - - newTelangana Poultry Federation, NECC celebrate World Egg Day
The Telangana Poultry Federation and NECC’s Hyderabad Zone jointly celebrated World Egg Day to raise awareness about the nutritional benefits of eggs. The event also highlighted the upcoming Poultry India Expo 2026, scheduled for November 25 to 27 in Hyderabad.
- 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:29pm - - newCentre approves 30 per-cent trade margin cap on non-scheduled cancer drugs
The government has approved a 30 per-cent trade margin cap on non-scheduled anti-cancer drugs, a move expected to reduce prices by up to 70% and save patients an estimated Rs 2,500 crore annually. An expert committee will finalise the medicines covered.
- 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:05pm - - newTelugu inscription identifies Tukkuguda hillock as Venkatapati Konda
The Kotha Telangana Charitra Brindam has identified an 18th-century Telugu inscription at a Venkateswara temple in Tukkuguda. Dated February 4, 1762, the inscription names the hillock Venkatapati Konda and refers to the deity as (Ti)rupati Prasanna Venkatadri
- 10 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 5:01pm - - newMalkajgiri She Teams nab 198, including 31 minors, for harassing women in September
Malkajgiri She Teams apprehended 198 people, including 31 minors, for allegedly harassing women and girls in September. Police received 215 complaints, registered 16 cases and counselled 133 people. Three men were arrested in cases involving alleged online harassment and blackmail.
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:32pm - - newIndia-West Indies T20I: HCA announces ticket prices from Rs 750 to Rs 20,000
The Hyderabad Cricket Association says 12,000 tickets have been sold for the India-West Indies T20I on October 14. It will offer 34,000 tickets, allocate seats to Army personnel and school students, and urge fans to avoid cars on match day
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:28pm - - newHyderabad groundwater crisis warning as water levels fall below 20 metres in 7 pc of district
Groundwater depths vary widely across Hyderabad district, from 1.32 metres below ground level in Aliabad to 34.99 metres near Ameerpet. Official data also shows water levels rose in 83 per cent of monitored wells between May and September 2026.
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 4:19pm - - newTelangana govt gives collectors a month to resolve pending GO 59 applications for plots up to 500 sq yards
The Telangana government has directed district collectors to resolve pending GO 59 applications involving plots up to 500 square yards within a month. The move is part of broader efforts to address property registration issues linked to Section 22-A.
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:59pm - - newIIT Hyderabad announces October cohort of Applied AI certification programme
IIT Hyderabad has announced the October cohort of its four-week Applied AI Professional Certification Programme, beginning October 24. The hybrid course covers AI agent development, retrieval, orchestration, evaluation and deployment, with hands-on projects, mentoring and a professional certificate.
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:58pm - - newBathukamma, Dasara rush: SCR announces 34 special trains with stoppage at Yadadri
South Central Railway has announced 34 daily festival special train services between Secunderabad, Sirpur Kaghaznagar and Hyderabad until October 25. The services will include an additional stoppage at Yadadri to accommodate passenger demand during Bathukamma, Navaratri and Dasara.
- 11 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:46pm - - newBDL hosts two-day vigilance administration workshop for Defence PSUs in Hyderabad
Bharat Dynamics Limited is hosting a two-day vigilance administration workshop in Hyderabad as part of the Preventive Vigilance Campaign 2026. Officials from 16 Defence PSUs are participating in sessions on ethics, fraud prevention, investigation, technology-enabled risk identification and best practices.
- 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:28pm - - newKrishank seeks answers from Revanth Reddy over Telangana land mortgage allegations
BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank has alleged that prime Telangana government land was undervalued for a Rs 12,818-crore loan. He questioned the mortgage arrangements, Beacon Trust’s role and KLSR Infra’s use of land in Jawaharnagar, demanding answers from Chief Minister Revanth Reddy
- 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:21pm - - newRoyal Enfield’s Flying Flea electric motorcycle arrives in Hyderabad
Royal Enfield’s electric mobility brand Flying Flea has entered Hyderabad with four sales and service touchpoints for its FF.C6 electric motorcycle. Priced at Rs 2.79 lakh, the motorcycle also offers a Battery-as-a-Service option priced at Rs 1.99 lakh.
- 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 3:20pm - - newHyderabad retired employee loses Rs 18 lakh in nude video call scam
A retired employee from Hyderabad’s AS Rao Nagar allegedly lost nearly Rs 18 lakh after cybercriminals recorded a video call and blackmailed him. A bank manager alerted police during another attempted transfer, helping protect the remaining Rs 80 lakh in his account
- 12 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:42pm - - newHyderabad: Woman allegedly throws six-year-old daughter into Hussain Sagar, auto driver rescues her
A six-year-old girl was rescued from Hussain Sagar Lake after her mother allegedly threw her into the water, reportedly unable to afford treatment for an intestinal infection. An alert auto-rickshaw driver saved the child, who is stable at Gandhi Hospital.
- 13 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 2:25pm - - newNMC rules target misleading digital marketing by doctors and private hospitals in Telangana
The National Medical Commission has outlined restrictions on misleading digital marketing by doctors and private hospitals. Practices such as unverified patient testimonials, exaggerated treatment claims and manipulated online reviews could attract disciplinary action, including fines, professional censure and registration suspension.
- 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:20pm - - newHyderabad: Nagole police crack murder of woman lured with money promise
Nagole police have arrested P Yellaiah and Sitarama Raju alias Ram in connection with the murder of A Manga. Police said call detail records and mobile tower data helped trace the suspects, who were remanded in judicial custody.
- 14 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 1:16pm - - newHyderabad: Sajjanar warns against midnight birthday celebrations on Tank Bund
Hyderabad Police Commissioner V C Sajjanar has urged citizens to avoid midnight birthday celebrations on Tank Bund, roads, lakefronts and public parks. His warning follows a fatal accident involving a family celebrating a child’s birthday, prompting calls for safer venues.
- 15 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 11:53am - - newKTR calls BJP’s online supporters ‘hypocrites’ over Starlink controversy
BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused BJP supporters of hypocrisy after facing online criticism for questioning alleged obstacles to Starlink’s India entry. He cited an earlier post by Union IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw welcoming the satellite internet service
- 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 10:32am - - newKTR seeks judicial probe into SIR, demands CEC Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation
The BRS plans to protest outside the Telangana Chief Electoral Officer’s office on October 10, demanding Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar’s resignation. KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao have called for an independent inquiry into alleged irregularities in electoral roll revision
- 17 hours ago 9 Oct 26, 10:09am - - Telangana Today, Namasthe Telangana Dasara Shopping Bonanza lucky draw held in Hyderabad
The lucky draw of the ‘Telangana Today’ and ‘Namasthe Telangana’ Dasara Shopping Bonanza was held at Chandana Brothers in Ameerpet on Thursday. Four customers won a Smart TV, branded smartphone, gift voucher and gift hamper respectively.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 1:11am - - Vaarahi Silks marks Jubilee Hills store anniversary with wedding season celebrations
Vaarahi Silks marked the second anniversary of its Jubilee Hills store with wedding season celebrations attended by Dr Preeti Reddy. The saree retailer said it has expanded to six stores in two years and announced a special gold coin offer.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 12:33am - - Hyderabad: Azharuddin urges Minority youth to focus on higher education and skills
Minorities Welfare Minister Mohammed Azharuddin urged minority youth to pursue higher education, acquire new skills and maintain discipline to build careers. He was speaking at a Hyderabad event where overseas scholarships, mopeds, sewing machines and other welfare benefits were distributed.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 12:25am - - Hyderabad: Motorist crushed to death by iron pipes after overloaded vehicle overturns in Balanagar
A 56-year-old motorist was crushed to death in Balanagar on Thursday after an overloaded vehicle carrying iron pipes overturned and its load fell on him. Police said the pipes appeared improperly secured and were investigating the accident and possible overloading.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 12:20am - - Revanth Reddy’s Delhi visits under scrutiny as Centre returns PRLIS DPR
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s repeated Delhi visits have come under criticism amid pending Central approvals for Telangana projects, with the Centre returning the PRLIS DPR over Krishna water issues. Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu meanwhile sought funds and project clearances.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 12:15am - - Hyderabad: NPRD seeks free RTC travel, 5 pc quota for persons with disabilities
The Telangana State Committee of the NPRD staged a protest at RTC Bus Bhavan, demanding free travel for persons with disabilities, 5% reservation in RTC shopping complexes and filling of backlog posts. Protesters said the agitation would continue until demands were met.
- 1 day ago 9 Oct 26, 12:10am - - Hyderabad: Newborn baby found abandoned on road in Balanagar
A newborn baby boy was found abandoned by the roadside in Balanagar on Thursday. Local youngsters alerted police, who shifted the infant to Balanagar Government Hospital for medical care before moving him to Sishu Vihar in Ameerpet.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 11:46pm - - CSIR-CCMB launches third campus at Bommaipalli in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri
CSIR-CCMB has launched its third campus at Bommaipalli in Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district, expanding its focus on agricultural research. The 50-acre facility will cultivate advanced Super Rice varieties developed with ICAR-IIRR and distribute seeds to local farmers.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 11:31pm - - APSRTC announces 5,261 special buses for Dussehra
APSRTC will operate 5,261 special buses from October 16 to 25 in view of the Dussehra passenger rush. The services will connect Andhra Pradesh districts and important cities with Hyderabad, Bengaluru and Chennai. Advance ticket reservations are available online
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 11:19pm - - JNTU-Hyderabad denies allegations against Vice-Chancellor
JNTU-Hyderabad has denied allegations against Vice-Chancellor Prof T Kishen Kumar Reddy over his alleged conduct during a meeting with two women faculty members. The university termed the allegations baseless and said they were intended to damage its and the VC’s reputation.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 11:11pm - - BRS to hold district decennial celebrations across Telangana on October 10, 11
The BRS will organise decennial celebrations marking 10 years since the formation of Telangana’s new districts on October 10 and 11. Party working president KT Rama Rao asked cadres to highlight district development and honour activists who fought for separate districts.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 10:59pm - - KTR backs journalist Rekha Mudiraj after questioning at police station, promises legal assistance
BRS working president KT Rama Rao extended support to journalist Rekha Mudiraj after she was questioned for several hours at a Hyderabad police station while accompanied by her infant. The BRS alleged the questioning raised concerns over media freedom.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 10:50pm - - Hyderabad constable injured in knife attack at Tukaramgate
A police constable was injured after a suspected old offender allegedly attacked him with a knife while he intervened in a fight in Tukaramgate. The constable was shifted to a private hospital, while police registered a case and launched an investigation.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 8:43pm - - Hyderabad: Comprehensive review of Jimbo’s literary works held at Lamakaan
A special literary review at Lamakaan examined poet and writer Jimbo’s contribution to Telugu literature, social consciousness and life experiences reflected in his works. Speakers discussed his literary journey, collections of poetry and short stories, and Karimnagar’s ancient literary heritage.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 8:40pm - - Hyderabad: Snake awareness programme held at Himayath Sagar Eco Park during Wildlife Week
A snake awareness programme was held at Himayath Sagar Eco Park as part of Wildlife Week celebrations. Visitors were informed about snake behaviour, ecological importance and conservation, while participants were taught safe practices during encounters and the importance of protecting wildlife.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 8:22pm - - Hyderabad: Malkajgiri civic body steps up preparations for Bathukamma celebrations
Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy directed officials to make advance arrangements for Bathukamma celebrations, focusing on sanitation, lighting, drinking water, traffic management, waste collection and public safety as large crowds are expected at venues during the festivities.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 8:06pm - - Hyderabad tops Telangana in voter additions, deletions during SIR exercise
Hyderabad recorded the highest number of voter additions and deletions in Telangana, with 29,226 names added and 2,066 removed as of October 7. The city also received 6,335 Form 7 applications seeking deletion of names from electoral rolls.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:50pm - - Fine rice prices rise to Rs 90 a kg in Hyderabad, may touch Rs 100
Fine rice prices in Hyderabad retail markets have risen to Rs.85-Rs.90 a kg ahead of Dasara Navaratri, with traders expecting them to touch Rs.100. Reduced paddy acreage, rising demand and procurement by traders from other States have tightened supplies.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:22pm - - EAGLE force sends nine minors to de-addiction centres
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- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:17pm - - 20-year-old dies after alleged assault in Talabkatta
A 20-year-old Talabkatta youth, Shaik Ismail alias Ashu, died while undergoing treatment after allegedly being assaulted by his friend. Ismail suffered severe head injuries and remained unconscious before his death at Osmania General Hospital on Thursday.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:12pm - - Hyderabad: HYDRAA begins desilting 3-km drain stretch to tackle flooding in Fatehnagar-Balanagar
HYDRAA has begun desilting a 3-km stormwater drain in Fatehnagar-Balanagar following complaints of recurring flooding. Teams removed 6 to 7 feet of silt and decades-old garbage, while officials were directed to identify and remove encroachments along the drain.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:08pm - - Three men rob scrap shop owner at knifepoint in Shankarpally
Three unidentified men allegedly robbed a scrap shop owner at knifepoint in Shankarpally on Thursday. The suspects allegedly threatened the 26-year-old owner, searched the shop and fled with Rs 30,000 in cash and two mobile phones after injuring him.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:07pm - - HCLTech rolls out 20 purpose-built Industry AI Solutions
HCLTech has rolled out 20 purpose-built Industry AI Solutions targeting sector-specific business needs across banking, healthcare, aerospace, retail, telecom, mobility, energy and manufacturing. Several have already been deployed globally, while others are undergoing early-stage deployments.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:04pm - - Model School teachers threaten protests over pending demands
The Model Schools Teachers Joint Action Committee has given the Telangana government 15 days to address long-pending service issues, including merger of 194 Model Schools with the School Education Department, promotions, arrears and benefits, failing which phased protests will begin.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 7:00pm - - ICFAI faculty members shine in global case authors rankings
Eight ICFAI faculty members featured in The Case Center’s Global Top 50 Bestselling Case Authors list for 2025-26, including six in the top 10. Prof Indu Perepu topped the list, followed by late Debapratim Purkayastha in second place.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 6:55pm - - Hyderabad: Three GRIET professors feature among Stanford’s World’s Top 2 pc Scientists
Three professors from GRIET, Hyderabad, have featured among Stanford University’s World’s Top 2 pc Scientists ranking released in collaboration with Elsevier. Dr. Swadesh Kumar Singh and Dr. Ram Subbiah secured recognition for the fourth consecutive year, while Dr. K. Swaraja also featured.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 6:52pm - - IIIT-Hyderabad study cautions against blindly trusting medical AI models
Researchers at IIIT-Hyderabad have cautioned against blindly trusting medical AI models after auditing four vision-language models on chest X-rays. The study found that diagnostic information could influence image localisation, while radiologists preferred broader areas around abnormalities in some cases.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 6:36pm - - Centre returning PRLIS DPR under pressure from AP, alleges Niranjan Reddy
Former Agriculture Minister S Niranjan Reddy alleged that the Centre’s decision to return the PRLIS DPR was part of a conspiracy against Telangana’s interests. He accused the Centre of acting under pressure from Andhra Pradesh and urged immediate approval
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 6:34pm - - Three Kaleshwaram barrages may need Rs 2,500 crore for restoration
Restoration of the three Kaleshwaram barrages could cost Telangana around Rs 2,500 crore, with Medigadda alone accounting for over Rs 700 crore. The State is considering a separate funding mechanism while negotiating contractor dues and targeting completion by June 2027
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