- newHarish Rao alleges real estate agenda behind Musi project, demands withdrawal of eviction notices
BRS leader T Harish Rao has accused the Congress government of pushing a real estate-driven agenda under the Musi Riverfront project. He criticised eviction notices served to residents of Madhu Park Ridge apartments, alleging the project was designed to benefit corporate interests rather than beautify the river.
- 3 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 1:29pm - - newMalkajgiri cybercrime police crack four cases, arrest seven across India
The Cybercrime Police in Malkajgiri solved four cybercrime cases last week, arresting seven individuals in a nationwide operation. In one case, fraudsters duped a man of Rs 32.36 lakh by posing as women on Facebook and fabricating stories of illness and marriage.
- 3 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 1:01pm - - newTelangana BJP chief taken into custody by police in Hyderabad
Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao was taken into police custody in Hyderabad while attempting to visit Banswada, Kamareddy, after communal clashes. Police arrested protesters, deployed additional forces, and registered cases to prevent further violence
- 4 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 12:47pm - - newNine motorists jailed for drunk driving in Cyberabad, 230 fined
The Cyberabad traffic police’s weekend drink-and-drive campaign resulted in nine convictions with jail terms, 230 fines, and nine offenders ordered to perform social service. All offenders will face legal proceedings in court.
- 4 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 12:09pm - - newFarmer dies in road mishap near Pahadishareef in Hyderabad
A farmer from Sardarnagar in Pahadishareef died after being hit by an auto-rickshaw while returning home from his agricultural work on Saturday evening.
- 5 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 10:57am - - newBusinessman’s body found charred in Rajendranagar
A businessman from Tolichowki, identified as Amir, was allegedly murdered and his body set ablaze in Rajendranagar, Hyderabad. Locals discovered the charred remains at an isolated spot and alerted the police.
- 6 hours ago 22 Feb 26, 10:38am - - newHyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park welcomes real-life ‘Rafikis’
Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park has added two brightly coloured mandrills to its collection under an animal exchange programme. The primates will be open for public viewing in early March after completing quarantine
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:51pm - - newSowmya selected for Indian women’s football team for AFC Cup 2026
G Sowmya from Telangana has been selected for the Indian Senior women’s national team for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup Australia 2026. The team trained in Turkey before arriving in Perth and will face Vietnam and Japan in the group stage
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:47pm - - newLohitha Sai wins girls’ recurve gold at CM Cup archery
K Lohitha Sai of Bhadradri-Kothagudem won gold in the girls’ recurve event at the Chief Minister’s Cup State-level archery competition in Khammam. The finals featured top performers across boys’ and girls’ recurve, compound, and Indian Round categories
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:45pm - - newRevanth Reddy at DCC’s training programme
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said he faced opposition within the Congress after becoming TPCC president. Addressing DCC presidents in Vikarabad, he stressed discipline, merit-based recognition, and party strengthening in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:44pm - - newRegistrations open for National Esports Championships 2026
The Esports Federation of India has opened registrations for NESC 2026, the national qualifier for the 2026 Asian Games. India will compete in 10 esports titles, and athletes will earn a chance to represent the country across eight medal events
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:42pm - - newHyderabad District Basketball Association announces junior team trials
Hyderabad District Basketball Association will hold selection trials for boys and girls born on or after 1-1-2008 to pick the junior district team for the inter-district championship at Woxsen University. Trials start February 28 at YMCA Secunderabad
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:20pm - - newAmulya wins Hyderabad Open golf championship
Amulya won the Hyderabad Open golf championship, receiving Rs 90,000 and a crystal trophy. Swetha Gullapalli and Abhishek Mitra were runners-up. Telangana Governor praised the event, which featured 320 golfers and aims to boost golf tourism in Telangana
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 11:18pm - - newRS Praveen Kumar slams Congress, BJP for unethical, undemocratic politics
BRS General Secretary RS Praveen Kumar accused the Congress and BJP of unethical politics in Amangal municipality elections. He alleged misuse of power, false cases against BRS workers, and interference by political leaders, and extended support to jailed activists
- 17 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 10:56pm - - newSix-month-old baby dies after expired medicine given in Narsingi
A six-month-old baby died in Narsingi after allegedly being given expired medicine at a private hospital. The child developed complications and passed away after being shifted to another hospital. The parents have lodged a complaint, and police are investigating
- 18 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 10:29pm -
- newACB registers DA case against officer in Nagarkurnool
The Anti Corruption Bureau has registered a disproportionate assets case against an Assistant Director of Agriculture in Nagarkurnool district. Searches at his and his relatives’ houses led to the seizure of documents, vehicles, and insurance papers. Investigation is continuing
- 18 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 10:25pm - - newBRS MLC Sravan exposes Rs.160 crore bunker bed procurement scam in KGBV Schools, demands comprehensive probe
BRS MLC Sravan Dasoju has alleged irregularities in the bunker bed tender for KGBV schools, claiming excess payments of over Rs 160 crore. He demanded cancellation of the tender and sought intervention from Union Ministers
- 18 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 10:11pm - - newCBIT celebrates SHRUTHI–2026 institute day in Hyderabad
Chaitanya Bharathi Institute of Technology celebrated its Institute Day SHRUTHI–2026 at its Gandipet campus in Hyderabad. Students, faculty members, and guest speakers highlighted academic achievements, research progress, and student activities during the event
- 18 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 9:54pm - - newVinod Kumar urges CM to ban Paraquat Dichloride sale in Telangana
Former MP B Vinod Kumar has urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to ban Paraquat Dichloride, citing rising deaths among farmers. He said many countries have already banned the pesticide and called for urgent preventive action
- 19 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 9:17pm - - newInternational biomedical conference concludes at Kakatiya Government College
A three-day international conference at Kakatiya Government College, Hanumakonda, brought together global experts to discuss advances in biomedical research, including cancer biology, drug discovery, stem cells and artificial intelligence, emphasising interdisciplinary approaches to global health challenges.
- 19 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 9:05pm - - newIIT Madras launches BSc in management and data science
IIT Madras has launched a new Bachelor of Science programme in Management and Data Science to train students in business, analytics and decision-making. The course will begin in June 2026 and offer industry-linked learning and career support
- 20 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 8:16pm - - newHR leaders discuss workforce transformation in Hyderabad
The Advance India Initiative, in partnership with Kingswell and Svyasys, organised a high-level dialogue in Hyderabad bringing together HR leaders and experts to discuss workforce transformation, digital sovereignty and economic leadership, with a focus on skills, innovation and self-reliance
- 20 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 8:10pm - - newEvvah – Weavers Hub exhibition showcases over 1,000 handloom sarees in Nanakramguda
Evvah – Weavers Hub exhibition opened in Nanakramguda, Hyderabad, showcasing over 1,000 handloom sarees, including Banarasi, Kanjeevaram, Gadwal, Pochampally, and Mangalagiri weaves. Minister Tummala Nageswara Rao urged public support for handloom weavers. Exhibition runs until February 22.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:50pm - - newMalkajgiri Railway Station set for Ugadi 2026 inauguration
Residents of Malkajgiri urge SCR to complete the railway station redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme and inaugurate it on Ugadi 2026. Upgrades include escalators, lifts, foot overbridge, VIP lounge, and improved access via a new CC approach road.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:42pm - - newMLRIT celebrates 21st traditional day with cultural festivities
MLR Institute of Technology celebrated its 21st Traditional Day with vibrant cultural performances, including dance, singing, and dandiya. Students showcased India’s diversity, while leaders and faculty highlighted the event’s role in preserving and promoting the country’s rich cultural heritage.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:38pm - - newHyderabad traffic police book 9,142 motorists for blocking free-left turns
Hyderabad Traffic Police registered 9,142 cases in 10 days against motorists blocking free-left turns, citing traffic congestion and accident risks. Joint Commissioner Joel Davis emphasised ongoing road safety drives to ensure smooth traffic and protect law-abiding commuters.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:32pm - - newHarish Rao slams Centre and State over farmer welfare, seeks subsidy on agri equipment
BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Central and State governments for neglecting farmers’ welfare, warned against duty-free imports from the US, sought higher subsidies for farm equipment, and demanded immediate release of Rythu Bharosa assistance.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:32pm - - newCyberabad traffic diversions announced for Mindspace Eco Run 21K Marathon
The Cyberabad Traffic Police announced diversions for Mindspace Eco Run Season 2 Half Marathon (21 km) on February 22, 5–9 am. Key junctions on Cable Bridge Road, IKEA Rotary, and Mindspace Rotary will be affected, with alternative routes suggested.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:26pm - - newBegumpet police arrest two for burglaries, recover Rs 40 lakh property
Begumpet police arrested B Pradeep (25) and E Praveen Kumar (32) for burglaries across the city. Rs 40 lakh worth of gold, silver, and cash was recovered using CCTV evidence. Both suspects were produced in court and remanded.
- 21 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 7:20pm - - newGST Appellate Tribunal Summit inaugurated by Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra
Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra inaugurated a half-day summit on GSTAT, India’s specialised GST appellate body. The tribunal, now fully operational, aims to provide a transparent, efficient, and digital platform for GST dispute resolution ahead of the June 30, 2026 appeal cut-off.
- 23 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 5:25pm - - newHyderabad: Ganja peddler arrested in Nampally
Telangana’s Prohibition and Excise Department raided a house in Mangar Basthi, Nampally, seizing 1.2 kilograms of ganja and arresting K. Shyam. His assistant Jahangir escaped. A case has been registered at the Prohibition and Excise Station in Nampally.
- 23 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 5:16pm - - newDeccan Hematolink 3.0: Yashoda Hospitals hosts global meet on blood cancer
Yashoda Hospitals–Hitech City organised ‘Deccan Hematolink 3.0’, an international conference on Artificial Intelligence in Hematology, drawing over 700 national and 10 international experts.
- 23 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 5:02pm - - newHyderabad’s Zakat contributions rise sharply amid gold price hike
With gold prices nearly doubling in a year, Muslims in Hyderabad are set to contribute significantly more Zakat this Ramzan. Zakat, one of Islam’s five pillars, requires 2.5 percent of annual savings to be given to the needy. Religious leaders emphasise its obligatory nature, regardless of rising costs.
- 23 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 4:53pm - - newDNA certification to restore ‘Gold Standard’ for Kashmiri Pashmina trade as CCMB files for patent
The CCMB Hyderabad has filed for a patent on a pioneering DNA-based authentication technology to protect the global reputation of Pashmina and curb illegal Shahtoosh trade.
- 24 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 4:31pm - - newTelangana prisons department denies reports of terror plot at Cherlapally jail
The Telangana Prisons Department has dismissed reports claiming that individuals met terror convicts at Cherlapally Central Prison to plan attacks. Officials said no such incident occurred and warned that spreading unverified information could create public panic.
- 24 hours ago 21 Feb 26, 4:30pm - - Telangana engineering fee revision sparks political row over alleged favouritism
Telangana’s revised engineering college fee structure has sparked political controversy. Colleges linked to BRS leaders faced sharp fee cuts, while institutions tied to Congress leaders received hikes. Opposition figures allege bias, and at least one management plans legal action.
- 1 day ago 21 Feb 26, 4:15pm - - Hyderabad City Police partners with influencers to combat cybercrime
Hyderabad City Police have partnered with social media influencers to raise cybercrime awareness under the ‘Jagrut Hyderabad – Surakshit Hyderabad’ campaign. Short videos highlight lottery and digital arrest scams while urging citizens to call 1930 for help.
- 1 day ago 21 Feb 26, 4:05pm - - Mobile phones destroyed in fire in store in Kukatpally
A fire mishap in a mobile shop store left many new phones destroyed. Fire was contained by the fire brigade which rushed to the spot.
- 1 day ago 21 Feb 26, 9:59am - - Telangana HC hears plea over alleged extortion bid to withdraw PIL
The Telangana High Court heard arguments on a plea seeking quashing of an FIR alleging a Rs 3-crore demand to withdraw a PIL challenging plot regularisation in Banjara Hills. The Court adjourned the matter for further hearing
- 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:12am - - Telangana HC quashes cases against Osmania University Arts College principal
The Telangana High Court quashed two criminal cases against Osmania University Arts College Principal Prof C Kasim, holding that police violated mandatory procedure under Section 195 CrPC while booking him for alleged breach of prohibitory orders on campus
- 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 1:00am - - Telangana to train 800 farmers as vegetable cultivation volunteers
To address vegetable storage and boost cultivation, the Telangana government will train over 800 farmers as vegetable cultivation volunteers through primary agricultural credit societies, Agriculture Secretary K Surendra Mohan said at a horticulture meet in Hyderabad
- 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 12:51am - - Telangana CEO steps up training for officials ahead of April electoral roll revision
Chief Electoral Officer Sudarshan Reddy has intensified training programmes for field officials following ECI directions, ahead of the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls scheduled in April, focusing on accuracy, inclusiveness and transparency
- 2 days ago 21 Feb 26, 12:35am - - Mohd Waheeduddin wins best photographer award in Hyderabad
Freelance photographer Mohd Waheeduddin was named best photographer for his pictures taken during the HPRC International Arena Polo Championship in Hyderabad. The award was presented by HPRC President Chaitania R Kumar at the closing ceremony
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:56pm - - BCCI extends major support to blind cricket in India
The Cricket Association for the Blind in India has thanked the BCCI for extending major support to visually impaired cricketers. The backing includes travel, accommodation and access to stadiums, helping strengthen men’s and women’s teams and promote inclusive growth in the sport
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:40pm - - Hyderabad seminar highlights role of sports medicine and psychology
A seminar on sports medicine and psychology was held at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium in Hyderabad, bringing together experts to discuss injury prevention, mental health and performance management. Speakers stressed teamwork, scientific methods and a growth mindset for athletes
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:33pm - - Telangana High Court grants relief to two Inter students ahead of board exam
The Telangana High Court granted relief to two Intermediate second-year students who missed exam registration due to college errors. The court directed the Board to allow late registration and issue hall tickets, ensuring the students do not lose an academic year
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 11:08pm - - Harish Rao blames Congress govt’s indifference for retired SI’s death
BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao blamed the Congress government for the death of retired sub-inspector K Maisaiah, alleging delay in retirement dues and poor police welfare. He demanded immediate clearance of arrears and restoration of welfare measures
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:46pm - - WE Hub launches Campuspreneur to boost student startups in Telangana
WE Hub Foundation has launched Campuspreneur under the Grassroot Youth Innovation Program to support student entrepreneurs in Telangana. The 12-week programme offers mentorship, training and industry exposure to help young innovators develop viable business models
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:39pm - - AIU Central Zone VCs meet concludes at OU
The AIU Central Zone Vice-Chancellors’ Meet 2025–26 concluded at Osmania University, with experts stressing regulatory clarity and human-centric AI. Education leaders called for ethical governance, innovation and closer links between academic research and societal needs
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:31pm - - Chinna Jiyar Swami visits Vysyaraju Jewellers showroom in Dilsukhnagar
Sri Sri Sri Tridandi Chinna Srimannarayana Ramanuja Jiyar Swami visited the new Vysyaraju Jewellers showroom in Dilsukhnagar and took part in a puja ceremony. He stressed ethical business practices and service to society
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 9:13pm - - Venkatapur farmers stage rasta-roko demanding Godavari water for village tanks
Farmers of Venkatapur village in Chegunta mandal staged a rasta-roko on the Gajwel–Ramayampet road, demanding release of Godavari water into village tanks. The protest was withdrawn after irrigation officials assured water supply.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 8:49pm - - Qualcomm, Tata Electronics to manufacture automotive modules in Assam
Qualcomm Technologies and Tata Electronics have announced a collaboration to manufacture Qualcomm Automotive Modules in India at Tata’s upcoming semiconductor facility in Assam, aiming to boost domestic production, supply chain resilience and support the transition to software-defined vehicles.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 7:41pm - - Jagga Reddy urges Congress high command to recognise Jeevan Reddy’s loyalty
TPCC working president T. Jagga Reddy urged the Congress high command to recognise former minister T. Jeevan Reddy’s decade-long loyalty, appealing to AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan and TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud to ensure he receives due respect.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 6:36pm - - LV Prasad Eye Institute inaugurates exclusive glaucoma institute in Hyderabad
LV Prasad Eye Institute has inaugurated the Kalathur Venugopal Reddy Glaucoma Institute at its Banjara Hills campus in Hyderabad to advance specialised care, education and research in glaucoma under the leadership of Dr Sirisha Senthil.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:34pm - - Professional course fees set to rise in Telangana, BC students to bear the brunt
Tuition fees for professional courses including BPharmacy, MBA and MCA are set to increase in Telangana following TAFRC recommendations. While SC, ST and minority students remain protected, BC students securing ranks beyond 10,000 will face higher financial burden.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:24pm - - BRS targets Kadiyam Srihari over remarks on KCR
Former MLA Nannapaneni Narender criticised Station Ghanpur MLA Kadiyam Srihari for his remarks against BRS chief K. Chandrashekhar Rao, accusing him of political opportunism and frequent party switching for personal and family interests.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 5:11pm - - Pious atmosphere at Mecca Masjid as thousands gather for first Namaz-e-Juma of Ramzan
On the first Friday of Ramzan, thousands of Muslims gathered at Hyderabad’s historic Mecca Masjid to offer Namaz-e-Juma. Led by Hafiz Maulana Mohammed Rizwan Qureshi, the prayers saw worshippers arriving from across the city.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:56pm - - Sudha Reddy, MEIL foundations upgrade classrooms at Irrum Manzil school
Marking World Day of Social Justice, the Sudha Reddy Foundation and MEIL Foundation upgraded classroom infrastructure at Rabindra Niketan High School in Hyderabad, providing new benches and furniture to improve learning conditions for students from underprivileged backgrounds.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:34pm - - Body found floating in temple tank in Chevella, murder suspected
A man’s body was found floating in a temple tank in Chevella on Friday, triggering panic among devotees. Police suspect murder, saying the victim was attacked with a stick and the body dumped to conceal the crime. Identity is yet to be established.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:34pm - - Harish Rao slams Congress over app-based urea distribution, farmers protest
BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government over problems faced by farmers due to the app-based urea distribution system. Citing protests across Telangana, he demanded withdrawal of the mechanism and warned of intensified agitation if concerns are not addressed.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:31pm - - Why Hyderabad’s pedestrians shun subways despite safety benefits
Despite offering safe pedestrian crossings, subways have failed to find acceptance in Hyderabad due to poor maintenance, flooding, security concerns and design flaws. With older underpasses lying abandoned, city planners have largely dropped subway projects from urban planning.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 4:25pm - - Three injured after idli steamer explosion at Chutney’s restaurant in LB Nagar
Three restaurant workers were injured after an idli steamer exploded at a popular eatery in LB Nagar on Friday afternoon. The blast triggered panic among customers. Police suspect pressure buildup and have launched an investigation. All injured are stable.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:25pm - - Apollo Hospitals launches Sakhi campaign, dedicated urogynecology clinic for women
Marking International Urogynecology Day, Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad, launched the Sakhi campaign and a dedicated clinic to provide specialised, confidential care for women suffering from pelvic health conditions that are often neglected or misdiagnosed.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:09pm - - Fire breaks out at coaching institute complex in Ameerpet, no casualties
A fire broke out at a commercial complex housing coaching institutes in Hyderabad’s Ameerpet area on Friday afternoon, triggering panic among students. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze, with no casualties reported. A short circuit is suspected.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 3:08pm - - Complete rout of Congress in Patancheru municipal elections attributed to internal rifts
The Congress party faced a severe setback in Patancheru, losing all five municipalities to the BRS. Internal rifts between leaders Kata Srinivas Goud and Neelam Madhu Mudiraj, compounded by MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy’s support for BRS candidates, weakened the Congress campaign.
- 2 days ago 20 Feb 26, 2:52pm -