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    • newAmitabh Bachchan recalls being height-shamed and thrown out of a shoot

      Amitabh Bachchan recalls being height-shamed and thrown out of a shoot

      Mumbai: Megastar Amitabh Bachchan recalled facing rejection and harsh criticism during his struggling days in the Hindi film industry. The actor, while in a conversation with Commonwealth Games 2026 gold medallists Lovlina Borgohain, Jhandu Kumar, Sharmila Dhankar and Asmita Dey in a special episode celebrating India’s sporting achievement, revealed the harshness he faced during his …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories…
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    • newShaadi Mubarak, Kalyan Lakshmi schemes to continue: Ponnam

      Shaadi Mubarak, Kalyan Lakshmi schemes to continue: Ponnam

      Hyderabad: Telangana Backwards Classes Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar on Monday, August 17, said the government will continue the Shaadi Mubarak and Kalyan Lakshmi schemes. Reacting to the High Court’s stay order on the schemes, the minister said, “The Congress government has no intention of scrapping Kalyan Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes. The budget for these …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &…
      - 9 mins ago 18 Aug 26, 10:52am -
    • newStudents may end protest after Jharkhand exam cancellation

      Students may end protest after Jharkhand exam cancellation

      Ranchi: Students protesting against alleged irregularities in Jharkhand recruitment examinations may take a call on withdrawing the demonstration on Tuesday, August 18, after the state government cancelled all recruitment tests, including the JSSC-CGL exam, conducted by an outsourced agency since 2014. The announcement came after Chief Minister Hemant Soren chaired a marathon cabinet meeting at …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and To…
      - 24 mins ago 18 Aug 26, 10:37am -
    • newFive booked for forcing Dalit men to sit on ground at I-Day event

      Five booked for forcing Dalit men to sit on ground at I-Day event

      Jaipur: Five people have been booked after two Dalit men alleged that they were subjected to caste-based abuse, forced to vacate chairs and sit on the ground during an Independence Day programme at a government school in Rajasthan’s Bhilwara district, according to the FIR. The alleged incident occurred on August 15 at the government school …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou…
      - 51 mins ago 18 Aug 26, 10:10am -
    • newNMDC Hyderabad Marathon set for August 29-30, over 30K expected

      NMDC Hyderabad Marathon set for August 29-30, over 30K expected

      Hyderabad: The 15th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, powered by IDFC FIRST Bank, will be held on August 29 and 30, with organisers expecting around 30,000 participants across its various categories. Organised by the Hyderabad Runners Society, the event follows a “Tale of Two Cities” route connecting the old city with Cyberabad’s tech corridor. …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by su…
      - 1 hour ago 18 Aug 26, 9:36am -
    • newHC seeks govt reply on delay in publishing prohibited land list

      HC seeks govt reply on delay in publishing prohibited land list

      Hyderabad: The Telangana High Court has sought the state government’s response to a petition challenging the authorities’ failure to upload the list of properties placed in the prohibited category under Section 22-A of the Registration Act on the registration department’s official website. According to a Times of India report, the petitioners alleged that this inaction …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsAp…
      - 2 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 8:52am -
    • newHawaii tropical storms leave 1.17 lakh without power, one dead

      Hawaii tropical storms leave 1.17 lakh without power, one dead

      Honolulu: Thousands were without power Monday, August 17, after Tropical Storm Lala uprooted trees from downtown Honolulu to the Big Island, where intense flash flooding and strong winds isolated already-remote communities. In the hard-hit southern end of the Big Island, communities were isolated as they were cut off from communication and roads were blocked by …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram…
      - 3 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 8:20am -
    • newTrump cites India’s voter cards to make case for SAVE America Act

      Trump cites India’s voter cards to make case for SAVE America Act

      Washington: Making a strong case for stricter electoral laws in the US, President Donald Trump praised the Indian election system and recalled Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar questioning lack of voter identification in American polls. In a post on Truth Social on Monday, Trump said over 646 million people participated in the recent general elections …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by…
      - 3 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 8:14am -
    • newSIT submits final report in Ayodhya temple donation theft case

      SIT submits final report in Ayodhya temple donation theft case

      Lucknow: The Uttar Pradesh Home Department has handed over the Special Investigation Team’s final report in the Ayodhya Ram temple donation theft case to the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust to take further action, an official statement said on Monday, August 17. The three-member SIT, headed by Lucknow Divisional Commissioner Vijay Vishwas Pant, was …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram b…
      - 3 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 8:03am -
    • newPentagon official warns of regional nuclear war

      Pentagon official warns of regional nuclear war

      Washington: A regional conflict in which nuclear weapons are used locally and trigger a wider escalation poses a greater danger than a surprise mass attack on the United States, a senior Pentagon official has warned. Elbridge Colby, Under Secretary of War for Policy, said the consequences of a large-scale nuclear strike on the United States …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our…
      - 3 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 7:39am -
    • newKBR Park one-way traffic kicks in today: Here’s what changes

      KBR Park one-way traffic kicks in today: Here’s what changes

      Hyderabad: Starting Tuesday, August 18, a one-way traffic system around the Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park (KBR Park) came into force and will remain in place for one-and-a-half years in view of the ongoing works of the Rs 1,090-crore Hyderabad City Innovative and Transformative Infrastructure (H-CITI) project. The Hyderabad Traffic Police has already announced traffic diversions …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Storie…
      - 5 hours ago 18 Aug 26, 6:00am -
    • newJharkhand students win, govt cancels JSSC-CGL exam, probe by CID

      Jharkhand students win, govt cancels JSSC-CGL exam, probe by CID

      Ranchi: Amid a massive protest by job aspirants over alleged irregularities in recruitment exams in the state, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren said on Monday, August 17, that the state government would cancel the Jharkhand Staff Selection Commission-Combined Graduate Level (JSSC-CGL) exam. The decision was taken at a marathon meeting of the cabinet chaired by …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegr…
      - 13 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 10:27pm -
    • newUGC-NET re-exam fallout: NTA axes over 50 staff members

      UGC-NET re-exam fallout: NTA axes over 50 staff members

      New Delhi: Under fire over a re-test in three UGC-NET subjects after errors in exam papers, the National Testing Agency (NTA) went into damage control on Monday, August 17, by removing more than 50 of its staff members and roping in professionals for key leadership positions as part of measures to reform the overall examination …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. Yo…
      - 13 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 10:11pm -
    • newTikToker with over million followers shot dead in Pakistan

      TikToker with over million followers shot dead in Pakistan

      Islamabad: A 28-year-old Pakistani TikToker with over a million followers was shot dead by motorcycle-borne gunmen in Taxila near Islamabad following a financial dispute, according to a local media report. The victim was identified as Shamso Bibi alias Ayesha Gilamana, who had 1.3 million followers on TikTok, The Express Tribune reported. According to a complaint …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 9:17pm -
    • newUGC-NET retest: Student groups in Delhi demand NTA be scrapped

      UGC-NET retest: Student groups in Delhi demand NTA be scrapped

      New Delhi: Several student organisations held protests in the national capital on Monday, August 17, against the National Testing Agency’s decision to reconduct the UGC-NET examinations for three subjects, demanding that the NTA be scrapped as its “repeated lapses” have put students’ academic and career plans at risk. The protests come amid continuing criticism of …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp &…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 9:12pm -
    • newJharkhand: Talks yet to begin as student protest enters day 24

      Jharkhand: Talks yet to begin as student protest enters day 24

      Ranchi: Talks between a government panel and protesting job aspirants in Jharkhand were yet to begin on Monday, August 17, as Chief Minister Hemant Soren held a meeting with his ministers at the state secretariat, with the agitation entering its 24th day. “An invitation was extended to us for a meeting with the government panel …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 9:06pm -
    • newBLOs are bedrock of democracy, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

      BLOs are bedrock of democracy, says CEC Gyanesh Kumar

      Patna: Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar on Monday, August 17, described booth-level officers (BLOs) as the “bedrock of democracy”, who ensure that eligible electors get their voter ID cards made. Kumar made the remarks after meeting BLOs in Bihar’s Nalanda district. “BLOs are the bedrock of democracy. They go to every voter’s home and, in …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by s…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:58pm -
    • newAmarnath Yatra: Chhari Pujan in Srinagar, trek to begin Aug 22

      Amarnath Yatra: Chhari Pujan in Srinagar, trek to begin Aug 22

      Srinagar: The ‘Chhari-Pujan’ of Lord Siva’s holy mace was performed at the Amareshwar temple in Mahadev Gir Dashnami Akhara here on the occasion of Nag Panchami on Monday, August 17, officials said. Amid chants of Vedic hymns, Mahant Deependra Giri, the mace’s custodian, led a group of sadhus in performing the puja, they said. Chhari …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to ou…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:55pm -
    • newDid PLA block Indian Army patrols, Owaisi asks NDA govt

      Did PLA block Indian Army patrols, Owaisi asks NDA govt

      Hyderabad: All India Majlis-e-Ittehadul Muslimeen (AIMIM) president Asaduddin Owaisi on Monday, August 17, posed several questions to the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government over the “situation” on the China border in Arunachal Pradesh, including the Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA). He asked whether the PLA blocked army patrols from accessing the area where they have …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Sto…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:53pm -
    • newRhea Chakraborty says father lost job over her surname

      Rhea Chakraborty says father lost job over her surname

      Mumbai: Rhea Chakraborty has opened up about the price her family paid following the controversy that engulfed her after actor Sushant Singh Rajput’s death in 2020. While her own career came to a standstill, Rhea revealed that even her father lost a major job simply because of his surname. During her appearance on Farah Khan’s …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:37pm -
    • newKarnataka: Tumakuru hospital set for Rs 131 crore transformation

      Karnataka: Tumakuru hospital set for Rs 131 crore transformation

      Tumakuru: The Tumakuru district hospital, which has served lakhs of patients for nearly 75 years, is set for a major transformation with the construction of a new modern healthcare facility at an estimated cost of Rs 131 crore. The existing hospital building, which had developed serious deficiencies in basic infrastructure, including inadequate toilet and sanitation …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Teleg…
      - 14 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:36pm -
    • newYathindra Siddaramaiah targets RSS, demands apology to Kharge

      Yathindra Siddaramaiah targets RSS, demands apology to Kharge

      Bengaluru: Karnataka Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah launched a sharp attack on the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) on Monday, August 17, describing it as a “thousand-headed poisonous snake” driven by communalism, casteism and Manuvad. He also demanded that the RSS, BJP and Sri Rama Sene publicly apologise to Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge over the alleged “purification” ritual …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and To…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:20pm -
    • newTrump warns US will bomb the sh** out of Oman if it gets in way

      Trump warns US will bomb the sh** out of Oman if it gets in way

      United States President Donald Trump on Monday, August 17, told Fox News reporter Trey Yingst that the US would bomb Oman if it “gets in the way,” using an expletive for emphasis. “If Oman gets in the way, we’ll bomb the shit out of them,” he was quoted by the news channel. Fox News did …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:16pm -
    • newOver 6 lakh Hyderabad voters flagged, highest in Bahadurpura

      Over 6 lakh Hyderabad voters flagged, highest in Bahadurpura

      Hyderabad: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has flagged over 60 lakh voters in Telangana, and, district-wise, the highest is in Hyderabad, as more than 6 lakh are listed in the electors with anomalies category. In Telangana, out of 3,38,26,448 electors as on June 10, 2026, 2,64,87,213 submitted their forms, and their …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:06pm -
    • newSenior IPS officer Avinash Mohanty takes charge of TG SAFE

      Senior IPS officer Avinash Mohanty takes charge of TG SAFE

      Hyderabad: Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Avinash Mohanty on Monday, August 17, took charge as the Commissioner of the Telangana Standards Authority for Food and Essential Drugs (TG SAFE), a new department established to regulate food and drugs. The Food Safety Department and the Drugs Control Administration (DCA) were officially unified on Sunday, August …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Tele…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:03pm -
    • newPressing emergency: Shehzad Poonawalla officially quits BJP

      Pressing emergency: Shehzad Poonawalla officially quits BJP

      New Delhi: Almost a fortnight after reports of quitting the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Shehzad Poonawalla resigned from all positions as well as his primary membership through a letter to party chief Nitin Nabin on Monday, August 17. Sharing the letter on his X account, he wrote: “With utmost humility, sense of affection & gratitude, …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our c…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:58pm -
    • newKerala reporter asks Malavika Sharma, ‘Did you like beef?’

      Kerala reporter asks Malavika Sharma, ‘Did you like beef?’

      Mumbai: Malvika Sharma’s first interaction with the Kerala media while promoting Khalifa took an unexpected turn after a reporter asked her a rather unusual question about her food preference. During the interaction, the reporter asked the actress, “Did you like beef?” The question appeared to catch Malvika off guard, and she took a moment before …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscr…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:46pm -
    • newHyderabadis, here are 6 thrilling waterfall rappelling spots

      Hyderabadis, here are 6 thrilling waterfall rappelling spots

      When Maharashtra’s hills turn lush green during the monsoon, waterfalls come alive across the Sahyadris. Adventure lovers can get closer to the rushing water through waterfall rappelling, an exciting monsoon activity. For Hyderabadis looking for a different weekend getaway, Maharashtra offers several waterfalls where you can experience this adventure sport.  Waterfall rappelling involves descending a …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politi…
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:37pm -
    • newKPCC chief Hariprasad says no difference in RSS, JeM and Taliban

      KPCC chief Hariprasad says no difference in RSS, JeM and Taliban

      Bengaluru: KPCC president B.K. Hariprasad triggered a fresh political controversy on Monday, August 17, by drawing a comparison between the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS), Jaish-e-Mohammed and the Taliban, claiming that there was no difference between the three organisations as they were not registered in India. Speaking to reporters in Bengaluru, Hariprasad was responding to the …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:28pm -
    • newTelangana Forest Department rescues 17 cobras

      Telangana Forest Department rescues 17 cobras

      Hyderabad: Seventeen cobras have been rescued by the Forest Department during special checks conducted ahead of Nag Panchami, as officials stepped up surveillance to prevent the capture, trafficking and ill-treatment of snakes during the festival. Eight special teams comprising anti-poaching squads, local forest personnel and representatives of voluntary organisations have been deployed in Hyderabad, Rangareddy …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:23pm -
    • newBengaluru: Over 200 vehicles seized for alleged road tax evasion

      Bengaluru: Over 200 vehicles seized for alleged road tax evasion

      Bengaluru: Bengaluru RTO officials have intensified action against vehicles registered outside Karnataka and allegedly being used in the city without payment of the required road tax. In a major enforcement drive on Monday, August 17, officials seized more than 200 vehicles and recovered about Rs 3 crore in fines. The operation was carried out following …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subsc…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:09pm -
    • new73 lakh deleted from Telangana voter list, Hyderabad sees highest

      73 lakh deleted from Telangana voter list, Hyderabad sees highest

      Hyderabad: The ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has shrunk the voter list of all districts of Telangana, including Hyderabad, as 73 lakh voters have been deleted. Various reasons are behind the dip. They are now listed under the ASDD (Absent, Shifted, Duplication and Death) category. SIR removed 19 lakh from Hyderabad voter …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscrib…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:09pm -
    • newCourt hands life term to Hyderabad man for wife’s murder

      Court hands life term to Hyderabad man for wife’s murder

      Hyderabad: A Hyderabad resident was convicted with life imprisonment and fined Rs 25,000 by a Rajendranagar court on Monday, August 17, for murdering his wife, dismembering her body, and attempting to destroy the evidence in a fire. On July 4, 2016, Rupesh Kumar Mohanani, aged 45 years, was found near his Ford SUV with his …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:02pm -
    • newGHMC steps up sanitation activity as monsoon drive nears end

      GHMC steps up sanitation activity as monsoon drive nears end

      Hyderabad: The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation’s (GHMC) 10-day special monsoon drive across the city has witnessed intensive civic and sanitation activities being undertaken on Monday, August 17. Beginning August 11, the drive focused on improving sanitation, clearing waterlogging points, strengthening public health measures and creating awareness among citizens. GHMC teams on Monday removed 85.30 MT …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports,…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:56pm -
    • newTGHRC directs TGCHE to enforce engineering admission rules

      TGHRC directs TGCHE to enforce engineering admission rules

      Hyderabad: The Telangana Human Rights Commission (TGHRC) on Monday, August 17, asked the Telangana Council of Higher Education (TCHE) to strictly enforce admission guidelines for Category-B (Management/NRI) seats in engineering colleges to ensure transparency and equal opportunity to all eligible students. The Commission, headed by Dr Justice Shameem Akther, passed the order on a complaint …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Sto…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:53pm -
    • newName missing from Telangana SIR draft list? Know what to do

      Name missing from Telangana SIR draft list? Know what to do

      Hyderabad: Telangana Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) C Sudharsan Reddy on Monday, August 17, released the draft list, following which those whose names are missing can fill “FORM 6” in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision (SIR). According to the data shared, around two crore enumeration forms have been received, which is 78.30 per cent of the …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing…
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:53pm -
    • newMeet Rohan Naidu, Hyderabad dropout behind black hole study

      Meet Rohan Naidu, Hyderabad dropout behind black hole study

      Hyderabad: Hyderabad-born astronomer Rohan Naidu, who once dropped out of engineering college to pursue his passion for the cosmos, is at the centre of a discovery that is challenging conventional ideas about how stars and black holes behave. Late last week, a team of astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) identified a mysterious …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing…
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:28pm -
    • newQawwali nights to food stalls: Hyderabad gears up for new festival

      Qawwali nights to food stalls: Hyderabad gears up for new festival

      Hyderabad is getting ready for a three day celebration that promises to bring food, culture and entertainment together. The Grand Food & Entertainment Festival will take place from October 9 to 11 at Gachibowli Stadium, turning the venue into a lively destination for food lovers, families and friends. A taste of India in one place …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels.…
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:17pm -
    • newDalits should unite against BJP: Telangana Congress holds dharna

      Dalits should unite against BJP: Telangana Congress holds dharna

      Hyderabad: Dalits should unite against the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Telangana Pradesh Congress Committee (TPCC) members said on Monday, August 17, during a protest against the purification ritual performed in Haldwani after Mallikarjun Kharge’s event. The party’s Scheduled Caste Cell Chairman and MLA Dr Kavampalli Satyanarayana participated in the dharna organised in Karimnagar to protest …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and…
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:16pm -
    • newRonaldo’s bride Georgina stuns in Rs 700 crore wedding jewellery

      Ronaldo’s bride Georgina stuns in Rs 700 crore wedding jewellery

      Mumbai: Celebrity weddings often come with breathtaking fashion moments, but when Cristiano Ronaldo married Georgina Rodriguez, it was the bride’s extraordinary jewellery that had everyone looking twice. While Georgina opted for a sleek and understated bridal outfit, her diamonds brought all the glamour to the intimate ceremony. For her wedding to Ronaldo, Georgina chose a …Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News, Technology, Entertainment, Sports, Politics and Top Stories on WhatsAp…
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:06pm -

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    • newHarish Rao slams Congress government over Kalyana Lakshmi, 22-A issues
      BRS Deputy Floor Leader T Harish Rao criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and the Congress government over the Kalyana Lakshmi and 22-A land controversies. He accused the government of administrative negligence and demanded relief for affected families and landowners
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 8:25pm -
    • newMan gets life term for 2016 murder of Congolese wife Cynthia Vechel
      A Ranga Reddy court has sentenced Rupesh Kumar Mohanani to life imprisonment for murdering his Congolese wife Cynthia Vechel in 2016. He allegedly strangled her, dismembered the body and set the remains on fire near Madanapalle. DNA and CCTV evidence led to the conviction.
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:52pm -
    • newHow 2026 World Cup, blockbuster movies are bringing old video games back
      Major cultural events are giving older video games unexpected second lives. From the 2026 World Cup boosting football games to Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey reviving Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, these player surges show how real-world events can extend gaming’s longevity.
      - 15 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:31pm -
    • newKTR urges government to expedite pending TIMS projects
      BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged the Telangana government to complete pending TIMS works at Alwal and LB Nagar, the Warangal Super Specialty Hospital and NIMS expansion works, while welcoming the opening of the Sanathnagar TIMS hospital.
      - 16 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 7:27pm -
    • newFour arrested for alleged crypto fraud, Rs 7 lakh snatching in Bandlaguda
      Bandlaguda police arrested four persons for allegedly cheating victims through cryptocurrency transactions and forcibly snatching Rs 7 lakh at Ismail Nagar. Police said the suspects used Facebook to approach victims and were also allegedly involved in four similar cases.
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:20pm -
    • new38-year-old man dies after falling from hostel building in Raidurgam
      A 38-year-old man, identified as K Subbarao, died after falling from a hostel building in Anjaiah Nagar Colony, Raidurgam, on Monday. Police have begun an investigation and are examining whether the death was due to suicide, an accident or homicide.
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:15pm -
    • newHyderabad study links low vitamin levels to mild cognitive impairment in older adults
      A Hyderabad study by ICMR-NIN researchers has found an association between lower levels of several vitamins and mild cognitive impairment in older adults. The researchers say adequate nutrition may support healthy cognitive ageing, but further studies are needed to establish causation.
      - 17 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 6:11pm -
    • newSix arrested in interstate hashish oil supply network case in Hyderabad
      The SOT and Vanasthalipuram police arrested six persons, including two juveniles, and seized 12 kg of hashish oil worth about Rs 1.5 crore near Chinthalkunta. Police said the alleged network transported the contraband from Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru through Hyderabad.
      - 18 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 5:25pm -
    • newTehreek Muslim Shabban demands disclusure of Wakf income, expenditure in Telangana
      Tehreek Muslim Shabban president Mohammed Mushtaq Malik has demanded transparency in the Telangana Waqf Board’s income, expenditure and property records. He sought audited accounts, regular meetings, published resolutions and details of major Waqf properties and proposed transactions.
      - 18 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 5:20pm -
    • newAmmunition found in retired Army Officer’s baggage at Hyderabad Airport
      A few live rounds and spent cartridges were reportedly found in the baggage of a retired Army officer during security screening at Hyderabad’s RGIA. The ammunition was seized and handed over to police, who registered a case and began an investigation.
      - 18 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 5:05pm -
    • newKalyana Lakshmi row: Ponnam Prabhakar orders probe into delay
      BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the Telangana government would investigate the delay in Kalyana Lakshmi scheme benefits and fix responsibility for any lapse. He said the scheme had not been scrapped and the government was pursuing legal remedies
      - 18 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 4:37pm -
    • newKalyana Lakshmi row: BRS cadre stages protest at Collectorates and other places across the State
      The BRS staged protests across Telangana against the Congress government's alleged move to discontinue the Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes. BRS leaders demanded immediate release of pending benefits and warned of intensified protests involving women across the State
      - 19 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 4:29pm -
    • newCSIR-IICT, Re Sustainability sign MoU to develop sustainable environmental technologies
      CSIR-IICT and Re Sustainability have signed an MoU to collaborate on sustainable environmental technologies. Their partnership will focus on plastic recycling, waste-to-value solutions, resource recovery and circular economy technologies, with the aim of accelerating research, scale-up and commercialisation.
      - 19 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 4:25pm -
    • newTelugu Christian Community celebrated Independence Day in Dubai
      The Telugu Christian Community in Dubai celebrated Indian Independence Day with patriotic spirit, highlighting India's unity in diversity. Yahweh Shalom, a Telugu Church, organised celebrations after Holy Mass, with community members displaying the national flag and celebrating cultural diversity
      - 19 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 4:04pm -
    • newHyderabad’s Pathergatti veterinary hospital seeks upgrade amid rising caseload
      Hyderabad’s Government Veterinary Hospital at Pathergatti is seeking an upgrade as inadequate diagnostic facilities, medicine shortages and limited laboratory infrastructure affect treatment. The hospital handles around 150 animals daily and serves several Old City neighbourhoods.
      - 21 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 1:44pm -
    • newIndrajaal, Sigma announce Rs 155-crore anti-drone orders
      Hyderabad-based Indrajaal Autonomous Defense Systems and Sigma Advanced Systems have announced orders worth approximately Rs 155 crore for their Indrajaal Ranger anti-drone platform. The orders include applications for border security, VVIP protection and urban security.
      - 22 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 1:29pm -
    • newNag Panchami celebrated with prayers, fasting across Hyderabad
      Devotees in Hyderabad observed Nag Panchami with day-long fasting, temple visits and prayers. Milk, honey, flowers, vermilion and sweets were offered to serpent deities, as the festival highlighted the traditional reverence for snakes and living creatures.
      - 22 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 1:10pm -
    • newSundeep Makthala eyes UAE expansion for graphene, advanced materials platform
      Technology entrepreneur Sundeep Kumar Makthala is positioning RI Advanced Materials for expansion in the UAE, with plans for a regional platform focused on graphene, advanced materials, R&D, manufacturing and commercialisation while exploring partnerships across Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah.
      - 22 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 1:00pm -
    • new119-year-old ‘Sir Alec’ steam locomotive fascinates visitors in Secunderabad
      A 119-year-old steam locomotive, popularly known as ‘Sir Alec’, continues to attract commuters and visitors at Rail Nilayam in Secunderabad. Evening steam, smoke and sound effects recreate the experience of a moving steam engine while showcasing India’s railway heritage.
      - 22 hours ago 17 Aug 26, 12:45pm -
    • Leopard cub found dead on Srisailam road in Amrabad Tiger Reserve limits
      A six-to-eight-month-old leopard cub was found dead under suspicious circumstances on the Srisailam road within Amrabad Tiger Reserve. Forest officials found no external injuries and suspect a vehicle collision. A postmortem will determine the exact cause amid rising traffic 
      - 1 day ago 17 Aug 26, 10:22am -
    • Hyderabad: Police arrest 10 presons for gambling in Begum Bazar
      Goshamahal police apprehended 10 persons for allegedly organising and participating in an illegal three-card game at Begum Bazar Chatri. Police seized Rs.1.18 lakh cash, playing cards, casino-style tokens and hookah equipment during a raid on the premises early Sunday
      - 1 day ago 17 Aug 26, 9:23am -
    • Hyderabad: Woman found murdered, body stuffed in gunny bag
      A woman was allegedly stabbed to death by her lover in Hyderabad’s Balapur following an argument over marriage. Police said the accused packed her body in a gunny bag, left it inside the house and fled. Efforts are underway to arrest him
      - 1 day ago 17 Aug 26, 9:15am -
    • Shankarpally police nab two Pardhi gang members for house thefts
      Shankarpally police arrested two members of a Pardhi gang from Maharashtra accused of a spate of thefts in locked houses across Shankarpally and nearby areas. The suspects confessed to 11 cases, including a recent burglary in Elvarthi village.
      - 1 day ago 16 Aug 26, 11:25pm -
    • Hyderabad Task Force busts illegal Mephentermine racket, three held
      The Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force busted a racket involving the illegal sale of Mephentermine Sulphate injections, arresting three persons while one suspect remains absconding.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 10:56pm -
    • ‘Muhammad’ Deepak Kumar to receive Rehmat-e-Alam Peace Award for promoting communal harmony
      The All India Bazm-e-Rehmat-e-Alam has named Deepak Kumar, popularly known as ‘Muhammad’ Deepak, as the recipient of the Rehmat-e-Alam Peace Award 2026 for his efforts in fostering communal harmony. The award will be presented during Milad-un-Nabi celebrations, recognising his symbolic gesture of solidarity that resonated widely as a message of unity and compassion.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 10:29pm -
    • Experts flag impact of one-way traffic around KBR Park from Aug 18
      Public policy experts and environmentalists have urged Hyderabad police to conduct a detailed impact assessment before implementing one-way traffic around KBR Park from August 18. They warned the move could affect thousands of commuters, patients, and vulnerable road users, given the presence of major hospitals and offices in the area.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 10:06pm -
    • CM Revanth cautions youth, says fake social media posts will invite action
      Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, addressing a public meeting in Warangal, warned that adverse posts on social media and participation in protests could cost unemployed youth their eligibility for government jobs.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 8:28pm -
    • ABVP seeks release of seven detained members after EFLU clash
      The ABVP EFLU unit has demanded the immediate release of seven of its members sent to judicial custody following clashes with NSUI on the university campus. The student outfit alleged police bias, claiming only one NSUI member was arrested despite a violent attack on an ABVP student.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 8:11pm -
    • Sharada Peetham’s Vedanta Vichara Deepika programme concludes in Hyderabad
      The three-day Vedanta Vichara Deepika programme concluded in Hyderabad with around 150 participants. Organised by Aham Brahmaasmi, the event introduced participants to Vedanta, Advaita philosophy and the teachings of the Upanishads and Jagadguru Adi Shankaracharya
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 7:57pm -
    • No hike in private medical, dental college fees in Telangana
      The Telangana government has decided to retain the existing tuition fee structure for MBBS and BDS courses in private medical and dental colleges for the 2026-29 block period. The move, based on recommendations of the TAFRC, ensures students will not face higher fees, though the committee noted that B-category charges remain steep.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 7:01pm -
    • Hyderabad timber firm crafts Garuda Vahanams, used two centuries-old Burma teak wood
      Myanmar craftsmen have created a pair of intricately carved Garuda Vahanams for the Ammapalli Sri Sita Ramachandra Swamy Temple’s Garudotsavam. Made from two-century-old Myanmar teak, the 400-kg structures were crafted after extensive research into Garuda’s mythology and iconography
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 6:21pm -
    • Hyderabad: Man found hanging at home after quarrel with wife, in-laws
      A man allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Hyderabad’s Santoshnagar following a quarrel with his wife and in-laws. Police said the couple had marital differences, and the family suspects the dispute may have contributed to the incident
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 6:15pm -
    • MLRIT Chairman Marri Laxman Reddy Bags Four Medals at Telangana Masters Swimming Championship
      MLR Group of Institutions Chairman Marri Laxman Reddy won four medals, including two gold, at the 11th Telangana Masters Inter-District Swimming Championships 2026. His achievement was praised by MLRIT officials as an example of fitness, discipline and sporting commitment.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 5:43pm -
    • National Medical Commission set to introduce ‘One Nation, One Licence’ for doctors across India
      The National Medical Commission is set to introduce a ‘One Nation, One Licence’ framework allowing doctors to practise across India with a single registration. The proposed regulations also provide for digital synchronisation, five-year licences and streamlined registration for foreign graduates.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 5:11pm -
    • Hyderabad witnesses grand Ganga Jal Kawad Yatra with devotees in large numbers
      Hundreds of devotees participated in the 29th Grand Ganga Jal Kawad Yatra organised by Bhagyanagar Kawad Seva Sangh in Hyderabad. The yatra began from Mahadev Mandir at Charminar and concluded at Shri Uma Maheshwari Swami Devasthanam, where devotees performed jalabhishek
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 5:11pm -
    • Mega job mela in Hyderabad on August 19 with opportunities across sectors
      A mega job mela will be held at Shah Function Hall, Lakdikapul, on August 19. Several companies from IT, pharma, healthcare, education and banking sectors will participate. Candidates with SSC qualification can attend free walk-in interviews at the venue
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 4:48pm -
    • Hyderabad traffic changes: One-way system near KBR Park begins from August 18
      Hyderabad Traffic Police will introduce a one-way traffic system around KBR Park from August 18 amid ongoing flyover and multi-level structure works. Officials said the temporary restrictions were finalised after studies and trials to ensure smoother traffic movement and faster project completion
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 4:41pm -
    • Telangana constitutes SAFE for drug control and food safety
      The Telangana government has established TG SAFE by merging Food Safety and Drugs Control departments. Headed by Commissioner Avinash Mohanty, the six-wing authority will oversee licensing, inspections, testing, enforcement and modernisation of food safety and drug control administration across the State
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 3:43pm -
    • OMC first-year MBBS student allegedly dies by suicide; JUDA raises concerns
      A first-year MBBS student from Osmania Medical College, Dr K Bharadwaj Reddy, allegedly died by suicide in Hyderabad. His death has left the medical community shocked, with JUDA raising concerns over mental health challenges and stress faced by medical students
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 3:42pm -
    • Hyderabad gears up for Milad-un-Nabi celebrations
      Preparations for Milad-un-Nabi have gained momentum across Hyderabad, with blood donation camps, religious gatherings and welfare programmes planned at various locations. The Markazi Milad Juloos Committee is also making arrangements for the central procession scheduled for August 26.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 3:41pm -
    • Dalit Bandhu clocks five years: Congress yet to fulfil promise of Rs.12 lakh assistance
      Dalit Bandhu beneficiaries in Telangana are disappointed over the Congress government’s failure to fulfil its promise of increasing financial assistance from Rs. 10 lakh to Rs. 12 lakh. The previous BRS government scheme helped several beneficiaries establish income-generating ventures.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 1:30pm -
    • Film Nagar police book 12 over alleged attack on fruit vendor, brother
      Film Nagar police have registered a case against 12 persons following an alleged attack on fruit vendor Sheikh Mubarak Ali and his brother. Police said the two groups had previously quarrelled three times over the same issue.
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 11:30am -
    • Hyderabad: Woman robbed of gold chain weighing three tolas
      A woman was robbed of a gold chain weighing around three tolas by two unidentified motorcycle-borne persons in Medchal’s Girmapur area. Police registered a case and launched an investigation, examining CCTV footage and attempting to trace the motorcycle’s registration details
      - 2 days ago 16 Aug 26, 10:03am -
    • Rewind: Whose land is it anyway? Adivasis’ land rights under challenge
      The protective framework of the Fifth Schedule and Regulation 1 of 1970 must be understood in the context of the historical exploitation, dispossession and displacement of tribal communities
      - 2 days ago 15 Aug 26, 11:59pm -
    • Brothers’ quarrel over funeral expenses ends in murder in Hyderabad
      A quarrel between two brothers over sharing funeral expenses escalated into violence at Champapet in Hyderabad, leading to the death of the elder sibling.
      - 2 days ago 15 Aug 26, 11:29pm -
    • Teen girl dies after speeding truck knocks down scooter near Ghatkesar
      A 16-year-old intermediate student, Shravani, was killed when a speeding truck hit the scooter she was riding with her parents near Vandana Hotel under Ghatkesar police limits on Saturday.
      - 2 days ago 15 Aug 26, 11:11pm -
    • US Consulate complaint leads to arrest in Hyderabad passport fraud case
      Hyderabad police have arrested M Lakshmikanth Reddy for allegedly obtaining multiple Indian passports under different names using forged residence certificates. The case, registered after a complaint from the US Consulate General, revealed passports issued in two names linked to the same individual.
      - 3 days ago 15 Aug 26, 10:56pm -
    • Hitesh Reddy wins Children-1 dressage honours at HPRC challenge
      Hitesh Reddy of Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club won the Children-1 dressage category at the second HPRC Equestrian Challenge in Gandipet. Dhruva Potineni won Children-2, while Myra Alapati and Apeksha Matcha topped their respective Hacks categories
      - 3 days ago 15 Aug 26, 9:42pm -
    • I-Day: Telangana Guv hosts ‘At Home’ reception at Lok Bhavan
      Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla hosted an ‘At Home’ reception at Lok Bhavan, Hyderabad, on Saturday as part of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, senior state leaders, judiciary representatives, and political figures across parties attended the event.
      - 3 days ago 15 Aug 26, 9:30pm -
    • Golden jubilee celebrations begin at ISKCON Abids
      The ISKCON temple at Abids, Hyderabad, launched its four-day golden jubilee celebrations with a Sudarshana Homam on Saturday. A tribute performance dedicated to Srila Prabhupada, along with a drama and sand art presentation, captivated audiences at Exhibition Grounds, Nampally.
      - 3 days ago 15 Aug 26, 9:14pm -