- newLuxury car goes up in flames near Gachibowli; driver escapes
A moving Mercedes-Benz car caught fire near Gachibowli in Hyderabad on Saturday night after smoke was noticed near Kothaguda. The driver stopped the vehicle and escaped safely before it was engulfed in flames
- 6 hours ago 10 May 26, 1:37am - - newRewind: Hyderabad Untreed — City’s fading eco-memory
Once a multidirectional eco-memory of trees, dogs, and other nonhumans, the road to glitzy corporate, educational, and industrial hubs in Hyderabad is now a mono-memory — dominated by humans and their wheels
- 8 hours ago 9 May 26, 10:57pm - - newPOCSO case against Union Minister’s son: KTR questions delay in Bandi Sanjay’s ouster
BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a scathing attack on both BJP and Congress governments, accusing them of shielding Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar’s son in a POCSO case. He demanded Sanjay’s resignation and vowed to continue fighting for women’s dignity and justice in Telangana
- 10 hours ago 9 May 26, 9:25pm - - newCogniChamp Telangana 2026 programme draws over one lakh students
The CogniChamp India Scholarship – Telangana 2026 programme was held at T-Hub with participation from more than one lakh students. Chief guest Jayaprakash Narayan and Cognitive Score AI founders highlighted the importance of understanding natural thinking abilities for future success
- 10 hours ago 9 May 26, 9:02pm - - newChidvilas Sai leads Brilliant Trophy Rapid Chess Tournament
Chidvilas Sai emerged as the sole leader in the Open category with five points after five rounds of the 240th Brilliant Trophy Rapid Chess Tournament in Hyderabad. In the juniors section, Sanikommu Harshith Reddy and G Rushikesh shared the lead
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:35pm - - newIndia reach AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup quarter-finals for first time
India created history by reaching the quarter-finals of the AFC U17 Women’s Asian Cup for the first time after defeating Lebanon 4-0 in Suzhou, China. The Young Tigresses are now one win away from qualifying for the FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:29pm - - newPukhraj Singh Gill wins ADT Players Championship after thrilling play-off
Indian golfer Pukhraj Singh Gill won the ADT Players Championship in Kuala Lumpur after a tense three-way play-off at Saujana Golf and Country Club. The victory marked his maiden international title and strengthened his position in the ADT Order of Merit
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:25pm - - newIndia Basketball League unveils eight foundation cities for inaugural season
India Basketball League, operated by ACG Sports, announced eight foundation cities for India’s first professional basketball league at an event in Delhi. Six cities will compete in the inaugural 2027 season, while fans will help decide the participating teams
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:21pm - - newMd Adnan Hasan shines with double gold at Hyderabad Kids Athletics Championship
Md Adnan Hasan starred with victories in the boys under-8 60m and 200m races at the Hyderabad Kids Athletics Championship held at Gymkhana Ground. Several young athletes delivered notable performances across multiple age-group events in the competition
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:13pm - - newSkyKings FC thrash OK Sporting FC 6-1 in TFA semifinal
SkyKings FC secured a dominant 6-1 victory over OK Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship semifinal at Sreenidi Deccan Arena. Rosangzela starred with a hat-trick, while Srinidish Razavarapu, Ruattuanga and Ajith also found the net
- 11 hours ago 9 May 26, 8:09pm - - newMalkajgiri cybercrime police bust investment fraud, two arrested
The Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police in Hyderabad solved two cyber fraud cases between May 3 and 9, arresting two accused involved in fake online investment schemes.
- 12 hours ago 9 May 26, 7:45pm - - newGHMC conducts special e-waste collection drive across Hyderabad
The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) conducted a special e-waste collection drive across all circle offices to promote safe disposal of electronic waste. Residents deposited old devices while officials raised awareness on environmental and health impacts of improper e-waste handling.
- 12 hours ago 9 May 26, 7:20pm - - newRV Karnan urges Hyderabad residents to complete Census 2027 Self-Enumeration
RV Karnan has urged residents of the CURE region, covering GHMC, CMC and MMC areas, to complete Census self-enumeration by Sunday. The process can be done online via se.census.gov.in in 10–15 minutes using one SE ID per household.
- 12 hours ago 9 May 26, 7:17pm - - newActivists plan human chain near Indo-American Cancer Hospital over tree felling
Activists of Save KBR Park and NGOs will form a human chain near Indo-American Cancer Hospital protesting tree felling around Kasu Brahmananda Reddy National Park (KBR Park) for infrastructure works, demanding environmental impact assessment and public consultation from GHMC.
- 12 hours ago 9 May 26, 7:05pm - - newHyderabad police intensify hunt for ex-IPS officer’s wife’s killers
Hyderabad police have intensified efforts to trace the suspects involved in the murder of Tanuja Ranjan, wife of former IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray, at Jubilee Hills. Special teams have been sent to different States after the accused reportedly fled the city.
- 12 hours ago 9 May 26, 6:50pm -
- newHyderabad: Commuters struggle amid flyover works at Nanakramguda, Tolichowki
Nanakramguda Tolichowki road works, Hyderabad traffic dust pollution, flyover construction Hyderabad, Nanakramguda underpass project, Tolichowki traffic issues, Hyderabad road excavation problems, Biodiversity Junction flyover, Hyderabad commute problems, dust pollution Hyderabad roads, civic works Hyderabad news
- 13 hours ago 9 May 26, 6:45pm - - newJBIET and Bhaskar Engineering College celebrate Placement Day 2026
JB Institute of Engineering and Technology and Bhaskar Engineering College celebrated Placement Day 2026 in Hyderabad, highlighting strong placement performance. More than 740 students secured jobs, with over 900 offers made by around 40 companies, including Amazon, Infosys and Cognizant
- 13 hours ago 9 May 26, 5:52pm - - newKalasagaram hosts 12-hour Carnatic music festival in Hyderabad
Kalasagaram is hosting Vaggeyakara Uthsavam, a 12-hour Carnatic music festival in Hyderabad, as a tribute to Annamacharya on his 618th birth anniversary, featuring senior and young artistes along with a rare jalatarang performance.
- 13 hours ago 9 May 26, 5:50pm - - newTwo repeat offenders arrested for mobile phone thefts in Hyderabad
Khairatabad Police Station police arrested two repeat offenders accused of stealing mobile phones from homes where residents slept with open doors during summer nights. Police recovered 22 stolen phones, while one accused was found to have 29 prior criminal cases.
- 14 hours ago 9 May 26, 5:25pm - - newHyderabad: Retired bank employee duped of Rs 3.75 crore in insurance scam
A retired bank employee from Old Alwal has alleged that she was cheated of Rs 3.75 crore by a man posing as an insurance executive. The accused reportedly promised huge profits before disappearing, prompting the victim to approach the police.
- 14 hours ago 9 May 26, 5:20pm - - newTwo held for posing as ED officers in Hyderabad extortion bid
Two men posing as Enforcement Directorate officials allegedly attempted to extort money from Vindhya Bullion Company in Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar by using fabricated complaints and threats. The company later approached police, who have launched an investigation into the incident.
- 14 hours ago 9 May 26, 5:15pm - - newMCEME honours TES-47 cadets at award ceremony in Secunderabad
The Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering in Secunderabad conducted the award distribution ceremony for TES-47 officer cadets. Lieutenant General Neeraj Varshney honoured cadets for excellence in academics, training and sports, while urging them to prepare for technology-driven warfare challenges.
- 14 hours ago 9 May 26, 4:55pm - - newTGSRTC expands EV charging network across Hyderabad
Telangana State Road Transport Corporation is expanding EV charging infrastructure across Hyderabad to support the phased introduction of electric buses. Charging stations are operational at several depots, with 13 more planned as part of the State’s green public transport initiative.
- 15 hours ago 9 May 26, 4:40pm - - newHyderabad police register POCSO case against Bandi Sanjay’s son
A POCSO case has been registered against Bandi Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, following allegations by a minor girl in Hyderabad. Bageerath has filed a counter-complaint accusing the girl’s family of attempting to extort Rs 5 crore
- 15 hours ago 9 May 26, 4:24pm - - newManchu Manoj inaugurates dinosaur-themed Hiyya Mandi Restaurant in Kukatpally
Hiyya Dino Mandi Restaurant has opened at GPR Multiplex in Kukatpally, Hyderabad. Inaugurated by Manchu Manoj and Suma Kanakala, the dinosaur-themed restaurant promises a unique dining experience for families and children, with plans for expansion across the city.
- 15 hours ago 9 May 26, 4:16pm - - newHYDRAA, DRF teams rescue woman from Musi River in Hyderabad
A 49-year-old woman who accidentally fell into the Musi River near Amberpet spent the night trapped in the water before being rescued on Saturday morning by HYDRAA, DRF, and Fire Department personnel.
- 15 hours ago 9 May 26, 4:09pm - - newYashoda Hospitals Group named among ‘World’s Best Hospitals 2026’
Yashoda Hospitals Group has been featured in the ‘World’s Best Hospitals 2026’ rankings by Newsweek and Statista for the eighth consecutive year, with its Somajiguda, Secunderabad, and Malakpet units earning recognition among India’s top hospitals.
- 15 hours ago 9 May 26, 3:55pm - - newVijay Deverakonda’s new ‘Rowdy Janardhana’ still released on his birthday
The makers of ‘Rowdy Janardhana’ released a new still featuring Vijay Deverakonda on his birthday. Directed by Ravi Kiran Kola, the action entertainer stars Keerthy Suresh and is set in 1980s East Godavari, with a worldwide release planned for December 2026
- 16 hours ago 9 May 26, 3:02pm - - new2,000 police deployed for PM Modi’s public meeting at Secunderabad Parade Grounds
Around 2,000 police personnel will be deployed for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s public meeting at Parade Grounds, Secunderabad. Tight multi-layer security, CCTV surveillance, bomb disposal squads and NSG support have been arranged for crowd control, safety and emergency response.
- 17 hours ago 9 May 26, 2:32pm - - newHarish Rao demands immediate Medigadda repairs, calls Tummidihatti visit publicity stunt
BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government over the Tummidihatti project, questioned conflicting statements by Ministers, demanded immediate Medigadda repairs, and alleged delays, inadequate allocations and misleading claims regarding the Pranahita-Chevella project.
- 17 hours ago 9 May 26, 2:24pm - - newCyberabad police holds coordination meeting with bankers to curb rising cybercrime losses
Cyberabad police held a coordination meeting with bankers to strengthen action against rising cybercrime cases, including mule accounts and digital frauds. Officials highlighted losses of ₹438 crore in 2025 and urged faster response mechanisms and improved bank-police coordination.
- 17 hours ago 9 May 26, 2:10pm - - newHyderabad: Traffic restrictions announced ahead of PM Modi’s visit to Parade Grounds
Hyderabad traffic police have announced diversions and restrictions in view of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit and public meeting at Parade Grounds, Secunderabad. Heavy vehicles and buses are advised to avoid key routes between 1 pm and 9 pm on Sunday.
- 17 hours ago 9 May 26, 2:04pm - - newBRS leader Manne Krishank released from jail, vows to continue questioning Congress government
BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank was released from Sangareddy Central Jail on Saturday and alleged political vendetta by the Congress government. He vowed to continue questioning the government over corruption allegations, law and order issues and suspected phone tapping targeting opposition leaders.
- 20 hours ago 9 May 26, 11:22am - - newSix held for performing dangerous bike stunts on Hyderabad roads
The Commissioner’s Task Force in Rajendranagar apprehended six youths for performing dangerous bike stunts on Hyderabad roads and seized two scooters. Police tracked them down after videos of the stunts went viral on social media, endangering motorists and pedestrians.
- 21 hours ago 9 May 26, 10:47am - - newTG EAPCET 2026 engineering stream begins smoothly across Telangana
The TG EAPCET 2026 engineering stream examination commenced smoothly across Telangana on Saturday, with over 34,000 students appearing in the morning session. More than 2.10 lakh candidates have registered for the engineering stream exams scheduled over three days across the State.
- 21 hours ago 9 May 26, 10:18am - - Rishitha Reddy Basireddy wins back-to-back AITA women’s titles
Hyderabad teenager Rishitha Reddy Basireddy claimed two consecutive women’s AITA Rs 1 lakh titles in Belagavi. The 18-year-old produced dominant performances throughout both tournaments, winning all her matches in straight sets and signalling a promising rise in Indian women’s tennis
- 1 day ago 9 May 26, 12:19am - - TCA seeks BCCI clarification over Hyderabad Cricket Association’s TG20 League
The Telangana Cricket Association has sought written clarification from the BCCI regarding approval for the proposed TG20 League announced by the Hyderabad Cricket Association. The TCA questioned the league’s governing structure and warned stakeholders against relying on unverified claims about official sanction
- 1 day ago 9 May 26, 12:10am - - Hyderabad Chess Centre felicitates J V Subrahmanyam for promoting chess for 20 years
Hyderabad Chess Centre felicitated J V Subrahmanyam for successfully organising the Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament continuously for 20 years. Officials praised his dedication towards promoting chess, noting that several Grandmasters and leading players participated in the prestigious tournament over the years
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 11:47pm - - Apollo Hospitals launches advanced sports injuries centre in Hyderabad
Apollo Hospitals inaugurated a specialised Centre of Excellence for Sports Injuries & Orthopaedics at its Financial District facility in Hyderabad. Equipped with advanced diagnostics, surgery and rehabilitation services, the centre aims to provide comprehensive sports medicine care for athletes and fitness enthusiasts
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 11:43pm - - High-profile thefts in posh Jubilee Hills linked to cross-border Nepali syndicates
Hyderabad has witnessed repeated burglaries by Nepali gangs who infiltrate households as domestic help before looting valuables. Over the past year, several high-profile cases have emerged, including thefts worth crores in Jubilee Hills, Secunderabad, and Kachiguda.
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 10:43pm - - Cyberabad reports cyber fraud losses of Rs 104 crore so far this year
Cyberabad police reported cyber fraud losses of Rs 104 crore so far this year, with Rs 438 crore lost in 2025. At a coordination meeting with bankers, Commissioner M Ramesh highlighted the growing threat of online scams, including cryptocurrency and call centre frauds.
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 10:27pm - - Citizen Watches opens flagship store at Kukatpally’s Lakeshore Mall
Citizen Watches India inaugurated its exclusive flagship store at Lakeshore Mall in Kukatpally in the presence of badminton player Kidambi Srikanth. The launch coincided with the 50th anniversary of Eco-Drive technology and the introduction of the Bulova watch brand
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 9:00pm - - Telangana student receives patent for smart parking management project
Alsa Mamatha, a Class VII student from Kumram Bheem Asifabad district, received patent recognition for her project “Parking Management in Crowded Places”. The innovation uses IR sensor technology to identify vacant and occupied parking slots and earned appreciation from School Education officials
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 8:56pm - - Govt to cover Rs 1.20 lakh retrofitting cost for every auto within ORR: CM Revanth
The Telangana Congress govt has announced that it will fully bear the retrofitting costs of converting diesel autorickshaws into electric vehicles within Hyderabad’s ORR limits. CM Revanth Reddy highlighted that this move would save auto drivers nearly Rs. 10,000 monthly in fuel expenses.
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 8:41pm - - RRR: Northern part bids submission date extended yet again
The National Highways Authority of India extended the bid submission deadline for the northern part of the Regional Ring Road to May 21, marking the fourth extension. Telangana R&B officials expressed concern as the project, estimated at Rs 8,535 crore, continues to face delays
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 8:34pm - - Apollo Hospitals launches Centre of Excellence for sports injuries in Hyderabad
Apollo Hospitals inaugurated its Centre of Excellence for Sports Injuries and Orthopaedics at the Financial District in Gachibowli, Hyderabad. The facility was visited by Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins and Sunrisers Hyderabad teammates, who praised its advanced infrastructure and holistic care approach.
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 8:01pm - - Hyderabad police ban drones for PM Modi’s visit on May 10
Hyderabad police have imposed a ban on drones, para-gliders and micro-light aircraft on May 10 as part of security measures for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit. The restrictions cover areas under Cyberabad and Malkajgiri police limits, including Madhapur, Begumpet, Bowenpally and Marredpally.
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 7:49pm - - Telangana has 5,001 single-teacher government schools, says NITI Aayog report
A NITI Aayog report revealed that Telangana has 5,001 single-teacher government schools with over 62,000 students enrolled. The state also ranked second in the country for zero-enrolment schools, highlighting major challenges in the government school education system
- 1 day ago 8 May 26, 7:44pm - - Law and order collapsed under Revanth govt: KTR
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over the alleged deterioration of law and order in Telangana. He accused the government of misusing the police force against political opponents while citing rising crimes, including murders, crimes against women and cybercrimes
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 7:06pm - - Hyderabad police book over 100 for public drinking and smoking
Hyderabad police conducted a special enforcement drive across the Secunderabad Zone against public drinking and smoking. During the operation, more than 100 violators were booked, including individuals consuming marijuana, smoking in public places and drinking alcohol in public areas.
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 7:04pm - - Nepal nationals suspected in murder of ex-IPS officer’s wife in Hyderabad
Retired IPS officer Vinay Ranjan Ray’s wife, Tanuja Ranjan, was allegedly murdered by the family’s domestic help from Nepal and her associates in Hyderabad’s Prashasan Nagar. Police suspect robbery as the motive and have launched a multi-agency manhunt to nab the accused.
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:59pm - - Musi works to commence August 2026, finish December 2027: Dy CM Bhatti to officials
The Telangana government has set a timeline to begin the Musi Rejuvenation Project by August 2026 and complete it by December 2027. A Cabinet Sub-Committee led by Deputy CM Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka reviewed project phases, funding, and construction plans.
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:57pm - - Kothur police arrest two for cheating concrete suppliers of Rs 16 lakh
Kothur police arrested two men for allegedly posing as property owners and cheating ready mix concrete suppliers of Rs 16 lakh in Telangana. The accused reportedly targeted buildings under construction, placed orders with advance payments and later disappeared without clearing pending dues
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:48pm - - GRP and RPF seize marijuana worth Rs 8.95 lakh at Secunderabad station
The GRP and RPF arrested two interstate drug transporters, including a juvenile, at Secunderabad Railway Station for allegedly smuggling marijuana from Odisha to Gujarat. Police seized 17.9 kg of marijuana worth Rs 8.95 lakh during a surprise checking drive on trains and platforms
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:29pm - - Cyberabad and Malkajgiri She Teams crack down on harassment cases, nab 32 persons
Cyberabad and Malkajgiri She Teams registered multiple cases and arrested several persons during recent drives against harassment of women. Police conducted decoy operations, acted on complaints related to online and physical harassment, and rescued victims in trafficking and Juvenile Justice Act cases
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:26pm - - BRS demands FIR against Bandi Sanjay over attack on BRS MLAs
A delegation of BRS MLAs and MLCs met DGP CV Anand in Hyderabad, demanding an FIR against Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar over alleged attacks on party leaders and offices. The delegation also sought enhanced security for Huzurabad MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 6:11pm - - BJP’s southern gambit to dismantle regional democracy
Political developments involving Bandi Sanjay Kumar in Telangana and K Annamalai in Tamil Nadu have intensified discussions on whether the BJP is pursuing a long-term strategy to weaken strong regional parties before attempting independent expansion across southern Indian states
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:55pm - - TiE Hyderabad organises roadshow to support women entrepreneurs
TiE Hyderabad organised the TiE Women Roadshow at T-Works in Hyderabad to encourage women entrepreneurship and promote the upcoming TiE Women 2026 programme. The initiative offers mentorship, networking, investor access and startup support, with applications open for women entrepreneurs across Telangana
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:49pm - - TalentSprint and IIM Jammu launch four-year eBBA Honours programme
TalentSprint and IIM Jammu have partnered to launch a four-year eBBA (Honours) degree programme aimed at combining academic excellence with industry relevance. The course focuses on business fundamentals, technology awareness and career readiness in a rapidly evolving digital economy
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:45pm - - Hyderabad doctor urges Centre to act on Andes hantavirus threat
A Hyderabad-based pulmonologist has urged the Centre to take proactive measures following the Andes hantavirus outbreak aboard MV Hondius, warning that long Covid patients may face a higher risk of severe illness and calling for traveller monitoring, rodent control and public awareness
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:21pm - - Vayyaarie Sarees opens new store in Nizampet with grand response
Vayyaarie Sarees opened its new store in Nizampet with an enthusiastic customer response. The launch event attended by Suma Kanakala featured special inaugural offers, while the founders announced plans to expand the brand with 25 stores across South India
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:11pm - - India’s first multi-reserve study: How tourism is ‘Stressing Out’ Indian Tigers
A Hyderabad-based CCMB study tracking tigers across five major Indian reserves found that human disturbance and tourism increase stress levels in tigers and affect breeding behaviour. Researchers recommended stricter regulation of safari vehicles, timings and tourism activities in core forest areas
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 5:07pm - - ISB welcomes 839 students to PGP Class of 2027
The Indian School of Business welcomed 839 students to its PGP Class of 2027 across Hyderabad and Mohali campuses. The batch includes professionals from diverse industries and backgrounds, with women accounting for more than 45 per cent of the cohort
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 4:48pm - - NCRB data shows Telangana tops in human trafficking cases, conviction rate remains low
Telangana registered the highest number of human trafficking cases in the country in 2024, according to NCRB data. While police rescued 812 persons during anti-trafficking operations, the conviction rate remained poor, with only two convictions recorded in cases that reached courts
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 4:45pm - - NCRB data shows 99.9 per cent of POCSO accused known to victims in Telangana
NCRB data for 2024 revealed that 99.9 per cent of suspects in POCSO cases in Telangana were known to the victims, including family members, neighbours and friends. More than 2,100 girls were recorded as victims of sexual crimes during the year
- 2 days ago 8 May 26, 4:40pm -