- newWell done Congress: KTR warns Telangana is on brink of chaos
BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of pushing Telangana towards chaos following the alleged attack on his PRO and PA inside Saifabad police station. He warned that such incidents could escalate into lynching and street violence.
- 40 mins ago 15 Sep 26, 10:07am - - newHyderabad: Rowdy sheeter hacked to death in permit room at Bandlaguda
A rowdy sheeter identified as Nayeem from Yellandu was hacked to death by unidentified assailants at a wine shop permit room in Bandlaguda under Nagole Police Station limits. Police suspect old enmity and gang rivalry behind the murder.
- 47 mins ago 15 Sep 26, 10:00am - - newPolice arrest BRS leaders over turmeric water protest near KCR’s residence
Seven BRS leaders from Varadarajpur were arrested for allegedly spraying turmeric water on Congress leaders heading to K. Chandrashekhar Rao’s residence. A court remanded them to 15 days in judicial custody following a police investigation.
- 3 hours ago 15 Sep 26, 7:44am - - newMasked men allegedly attack KTR’s staff inside Saifabad police station
BRS alleged that masked men attacked KT Rama Rao’s PRO and PA inside Saifabad police station during questioning, accusing police of complicity. The party demanded a judicial inquiry, preservation of CCTV footage, and action against the attackers.
- 4 hours ago 15 Sep 26, 6:59am - - newHYDRAA tackles waterlogging after heavy rain in Secunderabad
Heavy rain inundated several parts of Secunderabad on Sunday night, flooding roads and low-lying areas. HYDRAA and DRF teams cleared drains, removed garbage and pumped out water, while Hussain Sagar gates were opened to prevent flooding in upper areas
- 14 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 9:10pm - - newMeenakshi Natarajan’s replacement sparks speculation in Telangana Congress
Speculation over the possible replacement of Telangana Congress in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan has intensified following former in-charge Manikrao Thakare’s visit to Gandhi Bhavan. Several names, including Mukul Wasnik, Digvijaya Singh and Ashok Gehlot, are reportedly being considered for the post
- 14 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 8:35pm - - newKarimnagar man killed as bus crashes into hotel in Shamshabad
A 34-year-old Karimnagar man heading to Hyderabad airport to return to Saudi Arabia was killed after a speeding private travel bus lost control and crashed into a hotel at Shamshabad on Monday. Several others were injured and shifted to hospitals
- 14 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 8:20pm - - newFour arrested as 1.769 kg of alprazolam seized in Gandipet
The Prohibition and Excise Department seized 1.769 kg of alprazolam worth Rs. 24.18 lakh and arrested four persons in two separate cases in Gandipet. Officials said the suspects were allegedly involved in supplying the drug to persons from Medak and Mahabubnagar
- 15 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 8:05pm - - newMahesh Kumar Goud targets KCR over Dalit welfare on Vinayaka Chavithi
Telangana Congress president Mahesh Kumar Goud criticised BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao over the alleged neglect of Dalit welfare and development. He questioned the implementation of Dalit Bandhu, sought a white paper on BRS promises and hit back at the BRS mock Assembly.
- 19 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 3:45pm - - newMan allegedly murdered over Ganesh pandal dispute in Hyderabad
A 40-year-old man was allegedly murdered by a group of assailants following a dispute over a Ganesh idol pandal in Tukaramgate. Police said the victim had allegedly helped a woman marry her lover four years ago, angering her family.
- 19 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 3:33pm - - newHyderabad: Pregnant woman allegedly strangled to death by husband in Alwal
A six-month-pregnant woman was allegedly strangled to death by her husband following a dispute at Suryanagar in Alwal. Police said the man, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, initially claimed she had slipped in the bathroom before reportedly confessing.
- 19 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 3:30pm - - newHyderabad: Man dies after clash over Ganesh idol purchase in Pocharam
A 34-year-old man died allegedly after a clash between Ganesh idol buyers and sellers in Pocharam IT Corridor police limits. His relatives and friends later protested on the Warangal-Hyderabad National Highway, demanding stringent action against five alleged attackers.
- 21 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 2:15pm - - newHyderabad: Heavy downpour results in underpass near Bible House submerged
Heavy rain since Monday night submerged the underpass near Bible House in Secunderabad, bringing traffic to a halt. Waterlogging disrupted movement towards Tank Bund and other parts of Hyderabad, while HYDRAA DRF teams worked to clear stagnant water.
- 22 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 12:53pm - - newHyderabad: Khairatabad Ganesh draws huge crowds despite heavy rains
Heavy rains failed to deter devotees from visiting the 69-ft-tall Panchamukha Sankatahara Maha Ganapathi at Hyderabad’s Khairatabad pandal on Monday. Police made arrangements to manage the rush, while Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla and his spouse attended the first pooja.
- 22 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 12:51pm - - newHyderabad weather: Drizzle continues as Vinayaka Chaturthi festivities begin
Vinayaka Chaturthi festivities began in Hyderabad on Monday amid cloudy skies and persistent drizzle. The weather department forecast light rain in Hyderabad and several districts over the next few hours, with moderate rain expected in Warangal, Hanamkonda and Jangaon.
- 24 hours ago 14 Sep 26, 10:50am -
- Hyderabad: OHE failure after power lines snap over Intercity Express near Moulali
An overhead electrical equipment failure was reported near Moulali on Sunday night after power lines reportedly snapped over a moving Intercity Express. The train was stopped as a precaution, while railway officials launched restoration measures. No casualties or injuries were reported.
- 1 day ago 14 Sep 26, 10:43am - - Hyderabad: Eight booked under POCSO over alleged sexual assault of 16-year-old girl
Alwal police registered a POCSO case against eight persons following a complaint alleging the sexual assault of a 16-year-old girl. Police said the girl was allegedly assaulted at multiple locations after being intoxicated, and efforts are underway to identify all those involved.
- 1 day ago 14 Sep 26, 10:25am - - Heavy rain lashes Hyderabad, parts of Telangana
Heavy rains lashed Telangana under renewed active monsoon conditions, with Siddipet recording the State’s highest rainfall. Kondapak received 145.3 mm, while several Hyderabad areas, including Secunderabad, Bowenpally and Alwal, witnessed heavy rain and waterlogging in low-lying areas.
- 1 day ago 14 Sep 26, 9:54am - - K Chandrashekhar Rao extends Vinayaka Chavithi greetings to Telangana
BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Vinayaka Chavithi greetings to Telangana people and highlighted the devotion surrounding the nine-day Ganesh Navaratri festival. He prayed for the State's prosperity, revival of agriculture and the welfare of the farming community
- 1 day ago 14 Sep 26, 12:00am - - Shilpa Art Creations honours Kasturi couple with Best Couple award
Shilpa Art Creations, led by Kaparthi Prakash, honoured Kasturi Laxman Rao and Kasturi Saraswathi with the Best Couple award at a felicitation ceremony in Hyderabad. TPCC general secretary Srinivas Uppala presented the award and praised their life and contributions
- 1 day ago 13 Sep 26, 10:53pm - - Telangana likely to receive rain, thunderstorms on September 14, 15: IMD
The IMD, Hyderabad, has forecast light to moderate rain or thundershowers at several places across Telangana on September 14 and 15. Thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds are also likely across several districts, including Hyderabad and surrounding areas
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 10:36pm - - Indian Racing Festival 2026: Kyriakou stars in F4 opener
Aris Kyriakou emerged as the standout performer as the F4 Indian Championship opened at Kari Motor Speedway in Coimbatore. Kyriakou won Race 3 and finished runner-up twice, while Luviwe Sambudla and Aryan Narola also claimed race victories
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 10:25pm - - Tanvi Patri wins U17 girls’ singles title at Asian Junior Championships
Fifteen-year-old Tanvi Patri defeated compatriot Shaina Manimuthu in three games to win the U17 girls' singles title at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships in Chengdu. Patri added the continental crown to her 2024 U15 Asian title
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 10:09pm - - RSPB, Police reach Hockey India inter-departmental championship final
Railway Sports Promotion Board and the All India Police Sports Control Board reached the final of the Hockey India Senior Men Inter-Departmental Championship. RSPB stunned defending champions PSPB 2-1, while Police edged CAG 1-0 through Mohammad Haris' goal
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 9:40pm - - TGSPDCL inspects arrangements at Khairatabad Ganesh and Balapur Ganesh pandals
The TGSPDCL has made extensive arrangements for Ganesh festivities, including free electricity connections to pandals, special power supply systems, emergency response teams and round-the-clock monitoring. CMD Jitesh V Patil inspected arrangements at Khairatabad and Balapur Ganesh pandals
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 9:27pm - - Telangana recalls Sakala Janula Samme on its 15th anniversary
Telangana on Sunday recalled the Sakala Janula Samme, a 42-day agitation that brought government employees, teachers, students, lawyers, RTC and Singareni workers together during the separate statehood movement. The protest began 15 years ago following KCR's call
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 9:24pm - - Telangana State Under-15 Chess Championship from September 18
The Telangana State Sub-Junior Chess Championship for Under-15 boys and girls will be held in Hyderabad from September 18 to 20. Players born on or after January 1, 2011, are eligible, with the top five in each category qualifying for Nationals
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 9:12pm - - Naga Suryasaketh, Akhil Taneti win titles at Brilliant Trophy chess
Naga Suryasaketh and Akhil Taneti won the junior and Open category titles respectively at the 244th Brilliant Trophy Open Chess Tournament in Hyderabad. Suryasaketh prevailed on a tie-break after scoring 5.5 points, while Akhil topped the Open section
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 9:02pm - - TGMC inspects clinics allegedly run by unqualified practitioners
The Telangana Medical Council inspected several clinics and nursing homes in Hyderabad on Sunday over alleged unauthorised medical practice. The inspections covered Nanakramguda, Serilingampally, Golconda and Rajendranagar. The council said it would examine records and take appropriate action.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 8:20pm - - CPR summit discusses future-ready healthcare systems for India
CPR organised the India Health Forward 2047 summit in Hyderabad to discuss how India can build scalable, equitable and pandemic-resilient healthcare systems. Former bureaucrat and physician Dr Jayaprakash Narayan delivered the keynote address, followed by several panel discussions.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 8:11pm - - NIN flags loopholes in FSSAI’s proposed red warning labels
The National Institute of Nutrition has raised concerns over FSSAI's proposed red warning labels for packaged foods high in sugar, fat and salt. It has urged warnings for products exceeding limits for even one nutrient instead of multiple nutrients.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 8:00pm - - Car driver killed after vehicle rams into lorry near Keesara
A 38-year-old car driver was killed after his vehicle crashed into a lorry on the Outer Ring Road near Keesara on Sunday. Police identified the victim as Aleti Sireesh Kumar of Vanasthalipuram. He suffered severe head injuries and died at the spot.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 7:49pm - - Former Army officer gets two-day police custody in arms theft case
A Malkajgiri court has granted two days of police custody to former Army officer Mallesh, alias Raju, in the 20 Battalion of Madras Regiment arms theft case. Police will question him about the theft and possible involvement of others.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 7:32pm - - BRS slams Congress government for failure to take up people’s issues in council
BRS leader V Madhusudhana Chary accused the Telangana government of ignoring key issues, disregarding BAC decisions and deploying excessive police during Assembly and Council proceedings. Party leaders also alleged that members were denied entry and criticised the suspension of two BRS MLCs
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 6:19pm - - Hyderabad has 515 GCCs, another 50-70 expected within a year: Report
Hyderabad has around 515 Global Capability Centres employing over 3 lakh people, with another 50-70 expected within a year, according to a FICCI-Anarock report. The city is emerging as a major GCC hub, supported by talent availability and cost advantages
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 6:12pm - - Three years on, Samagra Shiksha employees seek basic pay, job security in Telangana
Samagra Shiksha employees in Telangana have renewed their demand for basic pay and job security, three years after an assurance from then PCC chief A Revanth Reddy. The employees also sought health cards, ex-gratia payments and wages for their strike period.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 6:00pm - - Protest at Dharna Chowk seeks protection of Waqf, Jamia Nizamia properties
Various organisations held a protest meeting at Dharna Chowk in Hyderabad on Sunday, demanding steps to protect Waqf and Jamia Nizamia properties. Speakers urged sustained public pressure, community participation and accountability, while women were asked to actively join the movement.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 5:51pm - - Khairatabad Ganesh to receive 50-kg ladacdu from Tapeswaram
A 50-kg laddu prepared in Tapeswaram, East Godavari district, will be offered to the Khairatabad Ganesh idol during the festival. Artisans observed Ganapati Deeksha while preparing the laddu, which is scheduled to reach Hyderabad by road on Monday.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 5:46pm - - CRPF constable dies at home in Borabanda, police investigate
A 30-year-old CRPF constable was found dead at his residence in Indiranagar, Borabanda, on Saturday. Police said his family found him in the bathroom. His family told police that he had been under financial stress over an unpaid personal loan.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 5:14pm - - Ganesh Chaturthi rush grips Hyderabad markets, traffic slows
Hyderabad markets witnessed heavy crowds ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, with residents buying idols, flowers, fruits and decorative items. Rythu Bazars and major shopping areas saw a surge in customers, while vehicles transporting idols caused traffic congestion across several key city routes.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 4:55pm - - Overseas scholarship delays hit Telangana students hard
Telangana students waiting for overseas scholarships are facing financial difficulties as approved funds remain pending. The backlog has risen sharply in recent years, forcing many students and parents to approach banks for loans to meet tuition fees and other education expenses.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 4:40pm - - Telangana rains: Kesamudram records 191.3 mm, Hyderabad gets moderate showers
Several Telangana districts received heavy overnight rain, with Kesamudram in Mahabubabad recording 191.3 mm. Mancherial, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri, Warangal, Jangaon and Nalgonda also recorded heavy rainfall, while Hyderabad and surrounding areas received light to moderate showers.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 11:06am - - Hyderabad: BLO alleges assault, death threat by Old City resident
A woman Booth Level Officer working in Hyderabad’s Old City has alleged that a local resident assaulted her and threatened to kill her. Police have registered a case based on her complaint and launched an investigation into the incident.
- 2 days ago 13 Sep 26, 10:22am - - Telangana fee reimbursement: 72% of dues for three years remain unpaid
Fee reimbursement arrears in Telangana have increased sharply, leaving students from BC, minority and EBC communities facing difficulties. Government data shows that only 28% of the Rs 7,673.78 crore demanded for three academic years has been released so far
- 2 days ago 12 Sep 26, 11:34pm - - YRP Foundation Distributes 20,000 Seed-Embedded Eco-Friendly Clay Ganesh Idols in Hyderabad and Nalgonda
YRP Foundation has launched its 9th consecutive eco-friendly Ganesh idol distribution drive, handing out 20,000 clay idols in Hyderabad and Nalgonda for Vinayaka Chavithi.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 10:22pm - - Road rage in Hyderabad: Couple grievously hurt after car collision
A couple sustained grievous injuries after a car driver allegedly chased and rammed into their bike in a road rage incident at Ayyappa Society, Madhapur, on Saturday.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 9:31pm - - Cab driver missing from Hyderabad found murdered in Sangareddy
A Hyderabad cab driver, reported missing on September 10, was found murdered at Rudraram in Sangareddy district. His cab was discovered nearly 50 km away near NH-65, with beer bottles and biryani packets inside, which police believe could aid the investigation.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 8:22pm - - Two interstate drug peddlers arrested in Hyderabad, drugs worth Rs 23 lakh seized
Hyderabad Task Force and Kacheguda police arrested two interstate drug peddlers and seized 21.2 kg of marijuana and 1 litre of hashish oil worth Rs 23 lakh. Police said the suspects allegedly procured the drugs from an absconding supplier from Odisha.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 8:10pm - - Sanitation workers protest GHMC privatisation of garbage collection near Assembly
Sanitation workers staged protests near the Telangana Legislative Assembly on Saturday against GHMC’s plan to privatise door-to-door garbage collection. Police detained several protesters and diverted traffic as rallies caused congestion around Basheerbagh and Tank Bund.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 8:04pm - - Woman killed, man injured as RTC electric bus hits bike taxi in Ameerpet
A woman was killed and a man seriously injured after an RTC electric bus collided with a bike taxi at Ameerpet on Saturday. The woman, who was riding pillion, came under the bus wheels, while the injured rider was hospitalised.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 8:04pm - - Combining diet, exercise offers most sustained weight loss: NIN study
A Hyderabad-based NIN study found that combining dietary intervention with physical activity can provide the most sustained benefits for weight management. The umbrella review analysed evidence from 112 systematic reviews and meta-analyses covering thousands of trials across more than 50 countries.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 7:19pm - - Hyderabad: Gudimalkapur flower market gears up for Ganesh Chaturthi rush
Hyderabad’s Gudimalkapur flower market is witnessing heightened activity ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi, with traders stocking large quantities of flowers and garlands. Supplies are arriving from Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana, while hundreds of stalls prepare to meet the festival demand.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 7:13pm - - Hyderabad: Four arrested, 21 kg marijuana seized in Mangar Basthi
Habeeb Nagar police arrested four persons and seized 21 kg of marijuana from them at Mangar Basthi on Friday. Police alleged that two suspects brought the contraband from Maharashtra, while two others were involved in its local transportation and distribution.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 6:52pm - - Hyderabad: Dancer arrested in sexual harassment case
A dancer who had earlier won a Telugu dance reality show was arrested in Hyderabad after a woman allegedly accused him of sexual harassment. Miyapur police registered a case following her complaint, arrested the suspect and produced him before the court.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 6:47pm - - Hyderabad: Youth booked for allegedly threatening woman on Instagram
Medipally police have registered a case against a youth who allegedly threatened a private employee through Instagram and demanded Rs 5 lakh or sexual favours. The woman approached police after allegedly facing harassment over photographs reportedly posted on a dating app.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 6:31pm - - HBA hosts third India Leadership Summit 2026 on leadership in AI era
The Healthcare Businesswomen’s Association hosted its third India Leadership Summit 2026, bringing together healthcare and life sciences professionals. The two-day event focused on influential leadership, AI, career reinvention, commercial skills and the transition from functional expertise to enterprise leadership.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 6:27pm - - Hyderabad: Siddharth Shah adopts White Tiger cub on son’s 18th birthday
AssetNX India founder Siddharth Shah adopted a white tiger cub at Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park to mark his son Chinmay Shah’s 18th birthday. Chinmay began adopting animals at five and has previously adopted peacocks, a Royal Bengal tiger and a cheetah.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 6:19pm - - Onion prices hit Rs 60-70 per kg in Hyderabad as arrivals fall
Onion prices have risen sharply across Hyderabad amid a supply shortage linked to poor monsoon rainfall and declining production in key sourcing regions. Prices range from Rs 45 to Rs 70 per kg, prompting consumers to seek government intervention
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 5:29pm - - Harish Rao demands rollback of RTC fare hike, accuses govt of burdening passengers
BRS leader T Harish Rao demanded an immediate rollback of the alleged RTC fare hike, citing a Rs 160 increase in the Hyderabad-Hanamkonda AC bus fare in 20 days. He accused the Congress government of burdening passengers without prior notice.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 5:29pm - - BRS turns suspension into mock Assembly, takes potshots at Congress
With its legislators suspended from the Assembly, the BRS held a mock session at Telangana Bhavan, using satire to target the Congress government. Leaders raised issues including irrigation, jobs, power shortages, 22A lands, women’s safety and election promises.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 5:22pm - - NIMS conducts complex heart surgeries on 19 children during cardiac camp
Nineteen children underwent complex heart surgeries during the fifth Pediatric Cardiac Surgery Camp at NIMS. More than 1,000 children received outpatient services from UK and NIMS specialists, while ECMO services were introduced under Aarogyasri during the camp.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 5:13pm - - Harish Rao demands rollback of salary cuts for municipal outsourcing staff
BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Telangana government over salary cuts for municipal outsourcing employees, demanding withdrawal of the orders and protection of existing pay. He said 31,000 employees and their families would face a severe financial burden.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 5:12pm - - 1980s AI photo trend: Cybercriminals circulate fake apps, malicious APKs
The viral 1980s AI photo trend has attracted cybercriminals, who are reportedly circulating fake photo-editing apps and malicious APK files. Cybercrime authorities have warned users against downloading apps from unverified sources and urged them to check permissions before installation.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 4:57pm - - GHMC garbage workers rally in city over demands
GHMC door-to-door garbage collection workers took out a rally in Hyderabad on Saturday afternoon as part of their protest over their demands. Police stopped them near Basheerbagh as security was tightened amid several protests, prompting workers to head towards Tank Bund
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 4:49pm - - Free clay Ganesh idols distributed across Hyderabad ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi
Government agencies and civic bodies across Hyderabad are distributing free eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols ahead of Ganesh Chaturthi. HMDA, TGSPCB, GHMC, CMC and MMC are collectively distributing lakhs of idols at designated centres across the city and surrounding areas.
- 3 days ago 12 Sep 26, 4:41pm -