- newTelangana 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.
- 24 mins ago 9 Oct 26, 1:11am - - newVaarahi 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 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 12:33am - - newHyderabad: 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 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 12:25am - - newHyderabad: 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 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 12:20am - - newRevanth 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 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 12:15am - - newHyderabad: 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 hour ago 9 Oct 26, 12:10am - - newHyderabad: 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.
- 2 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:46pm - - newCSIR-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.
- 2 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:31pm - - newAPSRTC 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
- 2 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:19pm - - newJNTU-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.
- 2 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:11pm - - newBRS 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.
- 3 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 10:59pm - - newKTR 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.
- 3 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 10:50pm - - newHyderabad 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.
- 5 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:43pm - - newHyderabad: 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.
- 5 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:40pm - - newHyderabad: 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.
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- newHyderabad: 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.
- 5 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:06pm - - newHyderabad 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.
- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:50pm - - newFine 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.
- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:22pm - - newEAGLE force sends nine minors to de-addiction centres
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- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:17pm - - new20-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.
- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:12pm - - newHyderabad: 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.
- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:08pm - - newThree 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.
- 6 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:07pm - - newHCLTech 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.
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:04pm - - newModel 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.
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:00pm - - newICFAI 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.
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:55pm - - newHyderabad: 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.
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:52pm - - newIIIT-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.
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:36pm - - newCentre 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
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:34pm - - newThree 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
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:31pm - - newTelangana healthcare system deteriorating under Congress, alleges BRS
BRS MLA Kalvakuntla Sanjay accused the Congress government of allowing Telangana’s public healthcare system to deteriorate, alleging shortages of infrastructure, medicines and essential services. He demanded completion of pending medical college works and immediate steps to address reported deficiencies
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:28pm - - newSrinivas Goud accuses Centre of delaying PRLIS approval
Former Minister V Srinivas Goud accused the Centre of repeatedly returning the PRLIS DPR and alleged that the Andhra Pradesh government was influencing the Centre over the Banakacherla project. He demanded immediate reservoir filling and restoration of irrigation supplies
- 7 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 6:23pm - - newNo water for farms and drinking, but plenty for brewing beer in Telangana?
Telangana’s Excise Department has reportedly sought water requirements from breweries in Sangareddy, with supply proposed from the Singur and Manjeera projects. The move comes amid concerns over low storage, weak inflows and pressure on irrigation and drinking water availability.
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:57pm - - newGovernment land in Jalpally faces alleged encroachment
Prime government land in Jalpally is allegedly being targeted through encroachment, record manipulation and questionable registrations. Residents and activists have sought its protection for public infrastructure, while the Balapur Tahsildar said complaints are being investigated and government land reclaimed.
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:50pm - - newBRS backs Jurala farmers, threatens statewide agitation over cases
The BRS demanded immediate withdrawal of cases against farmers who allegedly opened Jurala project gates to release water for drying crops. Party leaders accused the government of failing to address irrigation shortages and warned of a statewide farmers' agitation
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:48pm - - newHyderabad faces water crunch risk as monsoon rainfall falls short
Hyderabad has recorded a 27 per cent rainfall deficit during the 2026-27 water year, raising concerns over groundwater levels and summer water supply. Sluggish reservoir inflows and a surge in tanker bookings are adding to concerns as the monsoon ends.
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:41pm - - newFarmers stage protest at Ryalamadugu sub-station over power cuts
Farmers from Nizampet mandal protested at Ryalamadugu sub-station, demanding uninterrupted power supply to save standing paddy crops. They said power supply was limited to about eight hours and sought 24-hour supply for a month, citing fluctuations that were damaging pumpsets and transformers
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:26pm - - newKTR says viral fever keeps him at home, expects recovery in days
BRS working president KT Rama Rao said he was down with viral fever and flu-like symptoms and was undergoing treatment at home. In a post on X, he said he expected to recover and resume normal activities in a couple of days
- 9 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:17pm - - newHyderabad records 35.3°C as October heat continues across Telangana
Unseasonal heat and humidity continued in Hyderabad as the southwest monsoon further withdrew from Telangana. The city recorded temperatures up to 35.3 degrees Celsius, while Khammam touched 37 degrees Celsius. IMD forecast dry weather across Telangana for the next three days
- 10 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 4:03pm - - newTGSRTC to pick up Dasara travellers from residential colonies, hostels
TGSRTC will operate special buses from residential colonies, gated communities, townships, hostels and colleges in Hyderabad for groups of 30 or more travelling together during Dasara. The facility aims to help passengers avoid crowded bus depots and ease festival travel
- 11 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 2:57pm - - newFood safety officials inspect 12 pheni units in Hyderabad
The TG SAFE Food Wing and Enforcement officials inspected 12 pheni manufacturing units in Hyderabad following complaints of food safety violations. Officials found unhygienic conditions, improper food handling, products kept on floors and units operating without valid FSSAI licences.
- 11 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 2:42pm - - newFirearms heist solved, but Bolarum roads in SCB remain shut; citizens demand immediate reopening
Despite the Telangana Police solving the firearms theft case at the 20th Battalion, Madras Regiment, the Local Military Authorities (LMA) have not reopened key civilian roads in Bolarum, causing continued inconvenience to around 3.5 lakh residents and commuters in the Secunderabad Cantonment area.
- 12 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 1:55pm - - newVideo: Tension at ‘Chalo Lok Bhavan’ protest; Congress ministers arrested in Hyderabad
Congress leaders and activists staged a "Chalo Lok Bhavan" protest in Hyderabad against alleged irregularities in the voter list revision process and demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Several Congress leaders, including TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud and State Ministers, were arrested by police during the protest.
- 12 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 1:49pm - - newPassenger killed, robbed by four men at Chevella bus stand
A passenger was allegedly murdered and robbed by four suspects at Chevella bus stand on Wednesday night. Police identified the accused through CCTV footage, detained one suspect, and launched a search for the remaining three suspects.
- 13 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 12:57pm - - new‘Their courage will forever inspire generations’: T’gana, Andhra leaders greet air warriors on India Air Force Day
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh leaders, along with Union ministers, extended greetings to Indian Air Force personnel and their families on Air Force Day, praising their courage, professionalism and sacrifices in defending the nation and responding to humanitarian emergencies and disasters
- 13 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 12:29pm - - newKTR condemns alleged misconduct by Congress MLA, detention of woman journalist
BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned the alleged inappropriate behaviour of Congress MLA Malreddy Rangareddy towards a woman on an RTC bus and also criticised the alleged detention of journalist Rekha by Cyber Crime police over her reporting on allegations involving the Chief Minister's family.
- 13 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 12:09pm - - newKTR asks Musk to name ‘oligarchs’ blocking Starlink in India
BRS working president KT Rama Rao backed Elon Musk's remarks on Starlink's India entry, urging him to identify the alleged oligarchs he claimed were blocking the satellite internet service. The Centre, however, dismissed Musk's allegations as baseless.
- 14 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:48am - - newBurglary bid at South Indian Bank branch in Medchal ends in failure
Unidentified miscreants attempted to burgle a South Indian Bank branch in Edulabad, Medchal, by breaking a window and drilling a hole through the rear wall near the strong room. However, they failed to gain access and fled empty-handed.
- 15 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 11:03am - - newCartoon Today on October 8, 2026- 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 8:00am -
- newVeteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar no more
Nana Patekar, the veteran bollywood actor died of a heart stroke in the early hours of Thursday in Goa.
- 18 hours ago 8 Oct 26, 7:59am - - Over 71 lakh voters found eligible for inclusion in Telangana final voter list
More than 71.23 lakh voters have been cleared for inclusion in Telangana's final electoral rolls after the disposal of notices issued during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process. BJP has urged the Election Commission to conduct field re-verification of around 1.63 lakh electors linked to high-density households with 15 or more voters registered at the same address.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 12:55am - - Complaint lodged against JNTU Hyderabad VC over alleged sexist remarks
Women faculty members of a private engineering college have lodged a police complaint against JNTU-Hyderabad Vice Chancellor Prof. T Kishen Kumar Reddy, alleging abusive, gender-discriminatory and intimidating behaviour during a meeting at the university.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 12:19am - - GITAM alumnus represents India at Asia Pacific cancer awareness cycling relay in Japan
A GITAM alumnus and Hyderabad-based professional, Trilok Kothapalli, will represent India at the 2026 C2C4C Asia Pacific Ride, an international cancer-focused cycling initiative led by Bristol Myers Squibb.
- 1 day ago 8 Oct 26, 12:08am - - IIT Hyderabad launches AI innovation lab in collaboration with S&P Global
The Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH) has launched an AI Innovation Lab in collaboration with S&P Global to promote research and innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence and finance.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 11:00pm - - Woman journalist questioned for seven hours at CCS, BRS alleges harassment
A woman journalist, Jalli Rekha, was allegedly questioned for nearly seven hours at Hyderabad's Central Crime Station in connection with a cybercrime case, drawing criticism from BRS leaders and journalist organisations.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 10:21pm - - Namaste Telangana-Telangana Today Dasara Bonanza Gift Draw held at CMR Shopping Mall in Chintalakunta
The Dasara Bonanza Gift Draw organised by Namaste Telangana and Telangana Today was held at CMR Shopping Mall in Hyderabad, with prizes including a 32-inch television, smartphone, gift voucher and gift hamper awarded to winners.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 10:02pm - - FLN baseline test flags poor learning outcomes among Telangana primary students
The Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) baseline test has revealed weak learning outcomes among primary school students in Telangana, particularly in mathematics and language competencies.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 9:35pm - - Two held for forging land documents in Malkajgiri, fake stamps seized
The Malkajgiri Special Operations Team (SOT) busted an alleged land-document forgery racket and arrested two real-estate brokers involved in fabricating property-related records. Police recovered forged land documents, fake revenue stamps, rubber seals and other equipment from the accused.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 9:15pm - - Hyderabad golfer Saatvic Kumar Singh holds commanding lead at Oxford Golf Resort
Hyderabad’s Saatvic Kumar Singh strengthened his lead at the IGU Western India Junior Boys Golf Championship with a three-under 69 in the second round. His seven-under 137 total gives him a four-shot advantage, while Shaurya Dagar climbed to joint second
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:48pm - - Malkajgiri SOT arrests two for alleged property document forgery racket
Malkajgiri SOT and LB Nagar police arrested two persons for allegedly running a property document forgery racket. Police seized forged property documents, 25 non-judicial stamp papers and 41 rubber stamps and seals, while six alleged associates remain absconding in Hyderabad
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:42pm - - Task Force seizes banned Chinese manja worth Rs 7.50 lakh in Hyderabad
The Commissioner’s Task Force and Kalapattar police seized 480 bobbins of banned Chinese synthetic nylon glass-coated manja worth Rs 7.50 lakh from a businessman in Hyderabad. Police said the suspect was allegedly stocking and selling the prohibited manja.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:41pm - - Hyderabad job mela on October 10 to offer opportunities in 50 companies
A job mela offering non-IT employment opportunities will be held at Khaja Mansion Function Hall in Masab Tank, Hyderabad, on October 10. Around 50 companies are expected to participate, with opportunities available for freshers and experienced candidates across educational qualifications
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:40pm - - Hyderabad: Two held with 35 kg ganja worth Rs 17.60 lakh in Amangal
Amangal police arrested two alleged ganja peddlers and seized 35 kg of ganja worth Rs 17.60 lakh at the market yard on Tuesday. The accused allegedly told police they were paid Rs 50,000 each to transport the contraband
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:38pm - - Hyderabad police arrest trio for rash riding, stunt videos near Attapur
Three youngsters were arrested by Attapur police in Hyderabad for allegedly performing dangerous stunts on scooters on a public road and sharing videos of the acts on social media. Police said the trio rode without registration number plates, drove recklessly and endangered other road users.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:24pm - - University of Colorado Denver to establish India campus in Hyderabad
The University of Colorado Denver has received a letter of intent from the University Grants Commission to establish a degree-granting campus in Hyderabad. The proposed campus, expected to admit its first batch in August 2027, will be the first American public university campus in India and the first foreign university in Telangana.
- 1 day ago 7 Oct 26, 8:12pm - - Praveen Kumar seeks probe into complaints against BJP leader and Congress MLA
BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar alleged political collusion between the BJP and Congress in Telangana over separate allegations involving women. He demanded action against BJP leader Sai Prasad and Congress MLA Malreddy Rangareddy and sought probes into the allegations
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