- newTelangana Government Introduces Single Screening Committee for Assistant Professor Recruitment
The Telangana government has introduced a single screening committee under TGCHE for assistant professor recruitment across 12 universities. The revised process includes academic screening, university-level assessment and interviews. The Telangana Doctorates Association has objected, alleging violations of UGC rules
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 26, 12:43am - - newHyderabad Cyber Frauds: Three Victims Lose Rs 5.35 Crore in One Day
Three cyber fraud cases in Hyderabad caused losses of Rs 5.35 crore in a day, involving a fake CEO scam, digital arrest fraud and an investment scheme. Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar urged vigilance and immediate reporting through helpline 1930
- 8 hours ago 14 Oct 26, 12:28am - - newMeeseva Certificates to Get New Anti-Counterfeiting Security Paper in Telangana
Telangana has introduced new security paper with 15 features for Meeseva certificates to prevent counterfeiting and unauthorised duplication. IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu launched the paper, which is designed to resist tearing, water damage and everyday wear
- 9 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 11:59pm - - newHyderabad to Get Additional 20 MGD Drinking Water from Mallannasagar in November
Telangana plans to supply Hyderabad with an additional 20 MGD of drinking water from Mallannasagar reservoir from November. Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju also outlined conservation measures, alternative supplies for four districts and plans to prevent drinking water wastage across Greater Hyderabad
- 9 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 11:47pm - - newTelangana CEO Says EPIC Number Not Mandatory for Graduates’ Voter Enrolment
Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharsan Reddy has directed officials not to reject graduates’ constituency enrolment applications solely for missing EPIC numbers. Applicants must submit Form-18 with supporting documents by November 6, ahead of draft rolls scheduled for November 25
- 9 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 11:32pm - - newTelangana High Court Hears Plea Against ECI’s SIR Voter Notice Process
The Telangana High Court heard a petition challenging the Election Commission of India’s notice process during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The Commission assured the Bench that reasoned orders would address eligible-voter exclusions. The hearing resumes October 15
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 11:27pm - - newGHMC, CMC and MMC Renew 20-Year Partnership with Miyoshi, Japan
Hyderabad’s municipal corporations renewed their sister-city partnership with Miyoshi, Japan, marking 20 years of cooperation. The declaration prioritises skill mobility, tourism, culture and sports, with projects developed jointly and reviewed every five years by the civic bodies across region
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 11:15pm - - newArchery Premier League: Rajputana Royals Beat Chero Archers 6-0 for Second Straight Win
Defending champions Rajputana Royals defeated Chero Archers 6-0 in the Archery Premier League Season 2 to record consecutive wins and reach six points. Ella Gibson scored a perfect 60, while Mete Gazoz delivered a decisive nine during the contest
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:59pm - - newGreyhounds Beat Mamata Medical College 74-69 to Seal Basketball Knockout Berth
Greyhounds beat Mamata Medical College 74-69 to secure the final knockout berth for promotion to Level-II in the GM Sampath Kumar Annual League Basketball Championship at YMCA Secunderabad on Tuesday. Titans ‘B’ beat All Star KVBR 34-30 in another match
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:48pm - - newTelangana SIR: Over 73.57 Lakh Electors Face Possible Exclusion From Voter Rolls
Telangana’s Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has placed lakhs of electors at risk of exclusion. More than 14 lakh voters remain under scrutiny, with November 5 set as the deadline for notices and November 9 for final rolls
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:38pm - - newLeeladityavardhan Wins Brilliant Trophy Juniors Online Chess Tournament
P. Leeladityavardhan of Vijayawada won the Brilliant Trophy Juniors online chess tournament with 10.5 points from 12 rounds. Vishruth Yelisetti finished second with 9.5 points, while Jinson Samuel placed third. Boys’ and girls’ age-group winners were also announced
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:32pm - - newTelangana High Court Reserves Order on IAS Officer Amrapali’s Cadre Allocation Plea
The Telangana High Court has reserved its order on IAS officer Amrapali’s plea to vacate an interim stay on a CAT ruling directing her allocation to the Telangana cadre. The Bench said it would deliver its decision within two weeks
- 10 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:28pm - - newHCA Cricket: Rithish Reddy, Gadagu Ganesh and Rahul Buddhi Score Centuries
Centuries by G. Rithish Reddy, Gadagu Ganesh, Rahul Buddhi, Devashvith Yadav, Raghaav Narayan and Aaryan Rath highlighted HCA league cricket in Hyderabad. The matches also featured strong batting performances and notable bowling figures across senior and Under-16 competitions
- 11 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:13pm - - newHCA member, son among four held for allegedly selling T20 match tickets on black market
Four people, including an HCA member and his son, were arrested in Hyderabad for allegedly selling complimentary tickets for the India-West Indies fourth T20 International at inflated prices. Police seized 11 match tickets, cash, mobile phones and a two-wheeler
- 11 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 9:57pm - - newDasara Shopping Bonanza Lucky Draw Held at Harsha Toyota in Hyderabad
A lucky draw under the Dasara Shopping Bonanza organised by Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today was held at Harsha Toyota showroom in Kondapur. K. Mounika won a smart TV, while K. Shanthi Raju, Dasu and Ch. Karthik received other prizes
- 11 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 9:49pm -
- newTelangana to hold special voter enrolment camps on October 15, 16
Telangana will hold special voter enrolment camps at every polling station on October 15 and 16. Eligible citizens omitted from the draft electoral roll and first-time voters can submit Form 6 applications ahead of the final roll’s publication on November 9
- 12 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 8:47pm - - newTG SAFE suspends food safety licences of four Hyderabad eateries
TG SAFE has suspended the food safety licences of four Hyderabad eateries over serious hygiene violations. Inspections of 13 restaurants and canteens found pest infestations, poor sanitation, missing records and food-handling lapses. Officials collected 16 samples and initiated further enforcement action.
- 12 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 8:45pm - - newFamilies of two brain-dead men donate organs under Jeevandan
Families of two brain-dead men, Pavan Kumar Jaju and Dasari Reshikesh, consented to donate their organs under Telangana’s Jeevandan initiative. The donations included kidneys, liver and lungs, helping patients in need and prompting gratitude from the programme.
- 13 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:35pm - - newCARE Hospitals HITEC City receives JCI accreditation
CARE Hospitals, HITEC City, has received accreditation from Joint Commission International following an assessment of its clinical, operational and administrative practices. The hospital said the recognition validates its systems and processes against international standards of patient safety and quality.
- 13 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:30pm - - newTG SAFE finds food safety violations at hotels on Hyderabad-Vijayawada highway
TG SAFE Food Wing and Enforcement officials inspected hotels along the Hyderabad-Vijayawada National Highway between Koyyalagudem and Kodad. They found unhygienic kitchens, pests, improper food storage and expired FSSAI licences, prompting closures and the issuance of show-cause and improvement notices.
- 14 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:25pm - - newOsmania General Hospital junior doctors call off strike temporarily after assurances
Junior doctors at Osmania General Hospital have temporarily suspended their strike after health authorities assured improvements within ten days. TJUDA said the suspension was not a withdrawal of demands and that members would monitor progress on infrastructure and facilities.
- 14 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:15pm - - newNIMS urges visitors to use public transport during three-month road works
NIMS has advised patients, attendants and visitors to use public transport during three months of phased CC road works by GHMC. Parking will be restricted across several campus areas, with the hospital seeking to reduce congestion and maintain emergency access.
- 14 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:10pm - - newHyderabad’s new water projects unlikely to meet summer deadline
Hyderabad is likely to depend on its existing water supply network this summer as major infrastructure projects remain incomplete. The Godavari, Neopolis and Manjeera schemes are at different stages, while the government prepares a master plan for the CURE region.
- 14 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:06pm - - newYS Bhaskar Reddy appears before ED in Vivekananda Reddy murder probe
Y.S. Bhaskar Reddy appeared before the ED in Hyderabad for questioning over financial transactions allegedly linked to the 2019 murder of former minister Y.S. Vivekananda Reddy. The agency is probing money laundering and alleged payments connected to the murder conspiracy
- 14 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 7:00pm - - newBathukamma celebrations trigger dispute in Pocharam colony
Bathukamma celebrations at Balaji Colony in Pocharam led to a dispute after a serving DSP-rank police official allegedly objected to music played by women. Police said they received complaints from both sides and were inquiring into the incident.
- 15 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:35pm - - newBhagyanagar Ganesh Utsav Committee protests DJ violation cases
Members of the Bhagyanagar Ganesh Utsav Committee protested outside the Charminar DCP office against cases over alleged DJ rule violations during the Ganesh festival. Around 200 members alleged police high-handedness and demanded uniform enforcement of rules at religious festivals.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:25pm - - newDRI seizes hydroponic weed worth Rs 2.71 crore at Hyderabad airport
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence seized 7.75 kg of high-grade cannabis worth an estimated Rs 2.71 crore from a passenger at Hyderabad airport. Officials found 73 packets concealed inside an electric geyser. The passenger was arrested under the NDPS Act.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:20pm - - newIMA Nizamabad organises sports meet for doctors
The IMA Nizamabad Sports Meet 2026 brought doctors together for 100-metre and 200-metre races at Nishitha International School. The event promoted physical fitness, mental well-being and a drug-free society, while encouraging young people to embrace sports and healthy lifestyles.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:15pm - - newTwo men rob bank loan facilitator of Rs 21 lakh in Nampally
Two men allegedly robbed a bank loan facilitator of Rs 21 lakh in Nampally after spraying pepper spray into his eyes during a proposed cryptocurrency exchange. Nampally police have registered a case and launched an investigation to identify the suspects.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:10pm - - newTOMCOM announces Qatar nursing jobs with salaries up to Rs 95,000
TOMCOM has announced nursing job opportunities in Qatar for eligible candidates aged 20 to 40. The openings include Nurse Technician and Licensed Practitioner Nurse positions, with monthly salaries of Rs 73,000 and Rs 95,000, respectively, along with additional benefits.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:05pm - - newHPS Ramanthapur hosts RISE 2026 rocket innovation event
HPS Ramanthapur hosted RISE 2026 with SpaceAdhyaan and ISRO’s National Remote Sensing Centre as part of World Space Week. The event brought together 84 students from five schools to showcase rocket and space models and encourage scientific creativity.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 5:00pm - - newCourt grants three-day ACB custody of NIMS official in DA case
A local court has granted the ACB three days’ custody of NIMS Additional Medical Superintendent Nori Lakshmi Bhasker in a disproportionate assets case. Investigators will examine suspected benami properties, financial transactions and the sources of funds used for acquisitions.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 4:55pm - - newKalakriti Art Gallery presents ‘I Know What I Am Doing’
Kalakriti Art Gallery is hosting ‘I Know What I Am Doing’, a group exhibition curated by PS Jalaja. Featuring contemporary South Indian artists, the show explores political consciousness, medium and conceptual clarity through themes including power, caste, gender, memory and migration.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 4:50pm - - newBRS accuses Telangana government of acquiring farmers’ lands for bullet train project
BRS leaders accused the Telangana government of forcibly acquiring farmers’ lands for a proposed bullet train project despite its alignment remaining unfinalised. They also raised concerns over greenfield highway plans, Pharma City land acquisition and alleged pressure on farmers.
- 16 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 4:45pm - - newFevers, influenza cases surge in Hyderabad hospitals
Hospitals and clinics in Hyderabad are reporting a rise in viral infections, particularly respiratory illnesses. Doctors urge timely diagnosis, caution against self-medication and improper antibiotic use, and advise vulnerable groups to watch for warning signs and seek prompt medical evaluation.
- 17 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 3:39pm - - newHyderabad swelters in October as unseasonal heat grips city, Telangana districts
Telangana is experiencing unusually hot weather in October, with maximum temperatures rising 2.2 degree Celsius to nearly 5 degree Celsius above normal due to prolonged dry conditions and a rainfall deficit. Bhadrachalam recorded the state's highest temperature at 37.3 degree Celsius, while several districts reported temperatures well above seasonal averages.
- 19 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 2:20pm - - newHyderabad: Massive fire engulfs Tappachabutra godown, furniture reduced to ashes
A major fire broke out at a furniture manufacturing and storage godown in Dattatreya Nagar, Tappachabutra, Hyderabad, destroying a large quantity of furniture. Six fire engines brought the blaze under control, while police registered a case.
- 23 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 10:26am - - newAbdullapurmet tahsildar, surveyor held for accepting Rs 20 lakh bribe in HMDA layout survey
The ACB arrested an Abdullapurmet tahsildar and a mandal surveyor for allegedly accepting a Rs 20 lakh bribe in exchange for conducting a survey and issuing a joint inspection report for a layout. The bribe amount was recovered during the trap, and both officials will be produced before a special court.
- 24 hours ago 13 Oct 26, 9:02am - - Hyderabad man killed in Riyadh airport attack laid to rest in Saudi Arabia
Funeral prayers of Hyderabad resident Mohammed Yousuf Ali, who died after being injured in an attack at Riyadh airport, were held in Riyadh after Isha prayers on Monday. His two sons remain hospitalised and are recovering from injuries, while other family members are either safe or out of danger.
- 1 day ago 13 Oct 26, 8:19am - - Hyderabad: Woman stabbed in Kukatpally dies during treatment
A 25-year-old woman, Anjali, died during treatment after being allegedly stabbed by Ashwin at her sister’s house in Motinagar, Kukatpally. Police said Ashwin also allegedly injured Anjali’s sister when she intervened. The Allapur police are investigating the case.
- 1 day ago 12 Oct 26, 10:33pm - - 30-year-old woman allegedly murdered by husband in Pahadishareef
A 30-year-old woman, Ajmera, was allegedly murdered by her husband, Mohammed Mustafa, at New Babanagar in Pahadishareef on Monday. Police said the accused fled after the incident. A case has been registered, and special teams are searching for him.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:55pm - - MMC proposes widening Uppal Stadium Road to 120 ft
Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has proposed widening Uppal Stadium Road to 120 ft to ease congestion. Officials identified about 0.78 acres of Survey of India land for the project and were directed to examine compensation and expedite the widening work.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:53pm - - Hyderabad court awards 20-year jail term in minor sexual assault case
A local court sentenced a 28-year-old man to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a minor girl under the pretext of love and marriage. The court also imposed a Rs 10,000 fine and ordered Rs 2 lakh compensation
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:40pm - - BRS leader alleges violations at Mindvault school site in Kompally
BRS leader Manne Krishank alleged construction norm violations at the under-construction Mindvault school in Kompally and questioned its proposed Rs 2.5 lakh fee. He also sought a probe into alleged business links involving the school and Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s family.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:36pm - - Water board decides to cut water supply to IIT, BHEL, ODF, BDL
The HMWSSB plans to cut water supply to IITH, BHEL, Ordnance Factory and BDL amid falling levels in Singur reservoir. With storage at 3.70 TMCft, officials have also restricted supplies to beverage firms and stopped deliveries to chemical companies recently
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:22pm - - Namasthe Telangana, Telangana Today hold sixth Dussehra Bonanza draw
The sixth Dussehra Bonanza lucky draw, jointly organised by Namasthe Telangana and Telangana Today, was held at Varun Motors in Begumpet, Hyderabad. B Subba Rao won a Smart TV, while three other participants received smartphones, gift vouchers and hampers.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:21pm - - BRS accuses Congress of neglecting farmers amid El Nino threat, demands action plan
BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government in Telangana of failing to prepare for El Niño risks and mounting agricultural distress. He demanded an action plan covering water shortages, power cuts, welfare payments and alternative livelihoods
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 8:18pm - - Volvo EX90 launched in India at Rs 1.26 crore, deliveries from January 2027
Volvo has launched the EX90 electric SUV in India at an introductory ex-showroom price of Rs 1.26 crore. The six-seater features a 106 kWh battery and claims a 625 km WLTP range. Deliveries begin in January 2027
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 7:14pm - - Vega Jewellers marks fifth anniversary with exclusive offers
Vega Jewellers is celebrating its fifth anniversary with discounts on gold and diamond jewellery, special Polki jewellery benefits and the launch of its Wedding and Vaibhavam collections. The promotional offers are valid until October 20, the company said.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 7:06pm - - MMC to install four-bin units to promote waste segregation
Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation plans to install four-bin waste segregation units across its circles. Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy has directed officials to add clear images and symbols to help residents identify the correct bins and improve segregation at source.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:55pm - - BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan questions Rs 250-crore cost escalation in Manchirevula temple project
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan has questioned the revised cost estimates for the Sri Omkareshwara temple project at Manchirevula, seeking a public inquiry. He cited the Rs 948.65-crore temple allocation and Rs 1,108.27-crore combined project cost, including road works
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:53pm - - Former employee arrested for saleswoman’s murder in Chaderghat
A 35-year-old former employee of a women’s clothing store was arrested for allegedly murdering saleswoman Tahera Banu in Azampura, Chaderghat, on October 9. Police said the victim died at Osmania General Hospital after being attacked with a knife.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:46pm - - BRS makes massive arrangements for Singareni Karmika Garjana meeting on October 14
The BRS is preparing for its October 14 Singareni Karmika Garjana meeting in Godavarikhani. Party leaders plan to raise workers’ profit shares, pending dues, company finances and welfare, while accusing the Congress government of neglecting Singareni and its employees
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:36pm - - Niranjan Reddy slams Congress for postponing Cabinet meeting on El Nino
Former Agriculture Minister S. Niranjan Reddy criticised the Telangana government over the postponement of a Cabinet meeting on El Niño and alleged that farmers were being neglected. He raised concerns over irrigation water, power supply, crop losses and second-crop advisories
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:21pm - - Bathukamma celebrations draw huge crowds in Dubai as KCR slogans echo
Bathukamma celebrations organised by ETCA in Dubai drew Telangana expatriates and several BRS leaders on Sunday. Attendees participated in traditional dances and raised slogans supporting K. Chandrashekar Rao. K. T. Rama Rao, advertised as chief guest, did not attend the event
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 6:02pm - - Osmania Hospital faces disruption as medical students and residents strike
Outpatient services and elective surgeries at Hyderabad’s Osmania General Hospital faced disruptions on Monday as medical students and resident doctors protested long-pending infrastructure deficiencies. The OMC JUDA cited concerns over patient care, clinical facilities, medical education and delayed Aarogyasri payments
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 5:48pm - - Patient safety nodal officer is must in all medical colleges: NMC
The National Medical Commission has directed medical colleges and teaching hospitals to establish patient safety cells and appoint nodal officers. The initiative aims to reduce avoidable medical errors, improve clinical protocols, ease patients’ financial burdens and strengthen public trust
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 5:45pm - - Riyadh airport attack sparks anxiety among Hyderabad families
The deadly attack on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport has heightened anxiety among Hyderabad families with relatives in Saudi Arabia. Families are monitoring developments, keeping in touch with loved ones and considering whether they should return to India if conditions worsen
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 5:41pm - - Star Wars Galactic Racer: When racing action meets “rogue-like” mechanics
Star Wars: Galactic Racer combines fast podracing, spectacular crashes and roguelike upgrades in an entertaining racing experience. Its detailed tracks and familiar universe offer plenty for fans, although limited control customisation and the absence of quick races are disappointing omissions.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 4:00pm - - Kowkoor girl’s relatives demand death penalty for accused
Relatives and acquaintances of five-year-old Aurelia alias Monu staged a protest demanding capital punishment for Vikram Kumar, who was arrested in connection with her alleged murder in Kowkoor. Police pacified the protesters and assured them of necessary legal action.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:55pm - - Two men posing as journalists accused of extortion in Serilingampally
Two men posing as journalists allegedly demanded Rs 10,000 from a woman whose house is under construction in Serilingampally. After they reportedly threatened to get the house demolished, locals intervened and manhandled them. A complaint was lodged with the police.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:50pm - - Raghu Vamsi Group appoints Dr S K Jha as CEO of Advanced Materials Division
Raghu Vamsi Group has appointed Dr S K Jha as CEO of its Advanced Materials Division. The former MIDHANI chairman will lead the group’s advanced materials business, including development of an integrated nickel-based superalloy manufacturing facility in Telangana.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:46pm - - Hyderabad faces 150 MGD water deficit as groundwater levels plunge
Hyderabad faces a reported daily water deficit of 150 million gallons as groundwater levels decline and monsoon rainfall remains deficient. HMWSSB supplies 585 MGD against a projected demand of 735 MGD, prompting plans for infrastructure upgrades and long-term supply projects.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:40pm - - Ghost surgery in Hyderabad hospitals raises concerns over patient consent and accountability
Ghost surgery, in which an unauthorised substitute allegedly performs an operation while the patient is under anaesthesia, has raised concerns over consent and accountability. Public health commentators are calling for stricter rules, transparent records and protected reporting mechanisms in hospitals.
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:25pm - - Hyderabad police arrest former guard in Kowkoor girl kidnapping and murder case
A former security guard was arrested for allegedly kidnapping and murdering a five-year-old girl in Kowkoor and demanding Rs 20 lakh from her family. Police said CCTV footage helped identify the suspect, whose alleged motive and actions were outlined by investigators
- 2 days ago 12 Oct 26, 3:23pm -