- newTension prevails as police and revenue departments evict farmers at Shamshabad
Tension prevailed in Bahadurguda village of Shamshabad as HYDRAA and Revenue Department officials began taking over 650 acres of land amid heavy police deployment. Farmers protested the move, while the BRS extended support and alleged police prevented its leaders from reaching the village.
- 2 hours ago 18 Jul 26, 10:24am - - newBRS leaders placed under house arrest despite High Court permission for Yuva Sangrama Sadassu
The BRS alleged that police placed several of its leaders under house arrest despite the High Court permitting the Yuva Sangrama Sadassu in Hyderabad. The party termed the action unconstitutional and demanded the immediate release of the detained leaders.
- 2 hours ago 18 Jul 26, 10:11am - - newIIT Hyderabad to host 15th convocation; 1,398 students to graduate
The Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad will hold its 15th convocation on Saturday, awarding degrees to 1,398 students across BTech, MTech, MSc, PG Diploma and PhD programmes. The event will also mark the graduation of the first batches of IC Design & Technology and the IITH–Deakin University Joint Doctoral Programme.
- 13 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 11:09pm - - newBikeWo Partners with Yubhas Renewables to Advance Solar-Assisted EVs for Rural Last-Mile Mobility
BikeWo Green Tech Limited has joined hands with Yubhas Renewables to pilot solar-assisted electric three-wheelers aimed at rural and semi-urban mobility. The project envisions training youth as owner-operators, supported by financing under the MUDRA scheme.
- 14 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:47pm - - newOsmania University VC Molugaram elected Fellow of Telangana Academy of Sciences
Osmania University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kumar Molugaram has been elected as a Fellow of the Telangana Academy of Sciences for 2025 in the Engineering Sciences stream. His election was unanimously recommended by the Academy’s Executive Council after a rigorous evaluation.
- 14 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:41pm - - newOrgans of Guntur housewife, Medchal driver save lives of seven patients in Hyderabad
Two families in Hyderabad have donated the organs of their brain-dead relatives, giving a new lease of life to seven patients. A 63-year-old housewife from Guntur and a 56-year-old driver from Medchal-Malkajgiri were declared brain dead earlier this month, after which their families consented to organ donation.
- 14 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:34pm - - newHyderabad Aakash students shine in NEET UG 2026 with 14 top ranks
Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL) announced that 14 students from its Hyderabad classroom programme secured top ranks in NEET UG 2026, with Mayuk Jaisimha leading at AIR 42. The institute reported strong nationwide performance, with four students in the top 10 and 41 in the top 100.
- 14 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 10:18pm - - newThree new super-premium whiskies hit Hyderabad market
ABD Maestro Pvt. Ltd., the luxury spirits arm of Allied Blenders & Distillers, has entered the Telangana market with three premium whisky brands — Aodh Irish Whiskey, Woodburns Contemporary Rare Indian Whisky and Yello Designer Whisky. Co-founded by actor Ranveer Singh, the company is targeting Hyderabad’s growing demand for super-premium alcoholic beverages.
- 15 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:58pm - - newBengaluru man gets lifer in 2017 Attapur murder case
A Rajendranagar court has sentenced Bengaluru-based leather businessman to life imprisonment for murdering his associate in Attapur in 2017.
- 15 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 9:23pm - - newHyderabad: 14 outlets inspected; 60 kg ghee destroyed, 850 kg seized for suspected adulteration
The Food Safety Department inspected 14 establishments in Hyderabad and destroyed 60 kg of ghee deemed unfit, while seizing 850 kg suspected to be adulterated. Commissioner Sangeetha Satyanarayana said the seized stock will be held pending laboratory reports and that legal action will follow if tests confirm adulteration.
- 16 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 8:43pm - - newKTR says Congress bid to block Yuva Sangrama Sadassu fails after HC nod
The Telangana High Court has permitted the BRS to hold its Yuva Sangrama Sadassu at Saroornagar Stadium, rejecting the Congress government's bid to block the event. BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Revanth Reddy government of suppressing unemployed youth and vowed to continue raising issues affecting students and job aspirants.
- 17 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:28pm - - newMan accused of sexually assaulting minor dies after mob assault in Hyderabad
A 55-year-old man accused of sexually assaulting a nine-year-old girl died during treatment after he was allegedly assaulted by the victim's relatives and local residents in Hyderabad's Kulsumpura. Police have registered a case and said those involved in the assault will face legal action.
- 17 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:09pm - - newCyberabad civic body aims for citizen-focused, country’s best sustainable waste management model
Cyberabad Municipal Corporation has announced a roadmap to make its waste management system among the country’s best. Commissioner Dr Srujana inspected advanced facilities in Jeedimetla and Dundigal, emphasising the need to treat waste as a resource and adopt world-class technologies for sustainable urban management.
- 17 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 7:07pm - - newTelangana extends bar timings for FIFA World Cup final weekend
The Telangana government has extended the operating hours of bars, clubs and microbreweries in the Hyderabad urban region for the FIFA World Cup third-place play-off and final. However, bar owners have sought clear communication of the order to local police.
- 18 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 6:51pm - - newBRS set to turn Saroornagar into battleground over Congress’ promises to youth
The BRS will hold its Yuva Sangrama Sadassu at Hyderabad's Saroornagar Stadium, with KT Rama Rao expected to address students and job aspirants. The party plans to target the Congress government over alleged unfulfilled promises on employment, recruitment and youth welfare.
- 19 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 5:30pm -
- newHyderabad startup Superclaims uses AI to speed up health insurance claims
Hyderabad-based healthtech startup Superclaims has developed an AI-powered platform that reduces health insurance claim adjudication from days to minutes. The startup says its technology processes over one lakh claims monthly, improves accuracy, cuts operational costs and helps insurers detect fraudulent claims.
- 20 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:51pm - - newWorld Mithai and Namkeen Convention begins in Hyderabad
The three-day World Mithai & Namkeen Convention (WMNC) 2026 commenced at Hyderabad's HITEX Exhibition Centre. Featuring over 300 stalls, the mega B2B event expects 30,000 visitors and focuses on procurement, shelf-life extension, and the mithai-bakery convergence
- 20 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:49pm - - newMahindra University hosts Architecture Conclave 2026 on future-ready design
Mahindra University, in collaboration with Virginia Tech's School of Architecture, organised the MU Architecture Conclave 2026 in Hyderabad. The event brought together architects, academicians and policymakers to discuss the future of architectural education, innovation and human-centric design.
- 20 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:30pm - - newHyderabad to get India’s first Green Skills and Applied AI Centre of Excellence
The 1M1B Foundation, Microsoft, MeitY Startup Hub and the Telangana government will establish India's first Green Skills and Applied AI Centre of Excellence in Hyderabad. The centre will focus on AI-driven green pharma, sustainable manufacturing and workforce development.
- 20 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:23pm - - newYashoda Hospitals earns Guinness World Records recognition for IBD awareness session
Yashoda Hospitals, Somajiguda has secured Guinness World Records recognition after organising the world's largest Inflammatory Bowel Disease awareness session with 578 participants. The initiative aimed to improve public awareness, promote early symptom recognition and encourage timely medical consultation.
- 20 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 4:11pm - - newRetired Commercial Taxes employee dies by suicide in Hyderabad
A 62-year-old retired Commercial Taxes Department employee allegedly died by suicide after jumping from the seventh floor of Mayur Kushal Complex on Abid Road in Hyderabad. Police have launched an investigation to ascertain the circumstances and reasons behind the incident.
- 21 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 3:32pm - - newTelangana Women Safety Wing trains faculty to lead ‘Stand with Her’ campaign
The Women Safety Wing trained lecturers and assistant professors from government colleges and universities as Master Trainers under the 'Stand with Her' campaign. The initiative aims to promote gender sensitivity, challenge stereotypes and encourage bystander intervention across higher educational institutions in Telangana.
- 21 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 3:29pm - - newChandrayangutta leads Hyderabad in SIR enumeration form digitisation; Musheerabad lags
Chandrayangutta Assembly constituency has recorded the highest digitisation of enumeration forms in Hyderabad district under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise, while Musheerabad ranked last. Overall, Hyderabad has completed 32.75% digitisation, with over 1.77 lakh electors classified as absent, shifted or dead.
- 22 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:45pm - - newTelangana Women Safety Wing trains faculty as master trainers for ‘Stand with Her’ campaign
The Telangana Women Safety Wing trained lecturers and assistant professors from government degree colleges and universities as master trainers under the 'Stand with Her' campaign. The initiative aims to promote gender sensitivity, challenge stereotypes and prevent gender-based violence across higher educational institutions.
- 22 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:42pm - - newBRS moves court after police deny permission for Yuva Sangrama Sadassu
The BRS has approached the court after police denied permission for its Yuva Sangrama Sadassu at Saroornagar Stadium. The party alleged the Congress government was suppressing democratic dissent and preventing it from raising issues affecting unemployed youth and students.
- 22 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:28pm - - newPaddy sowing increases despite Telangana Government’s push for crop diversification
Paddy cultivation in Telangana has increased to 6.37 lakh acres despite the State government's push for crop diversification amid rainfall and water concerns. While farmers continue to prefer paddy, pulse cultivation has also expanded, whereas maize and jowar acreage has declined.
- 22 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 2:27pm - - newSonam Maskar’s journey from struggle to India’s Asian Games squad
Indian shooter Sonam Uttam Maskar has reflected on her family's sacrifices, including her father's decision to sell a property to support her career, as she prepares to represent India in the 10m air rifle event at the 2026 Asian Games
- 23 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 1:40pm - - newHockey India names 20-member squad for Women’s Hockey World Cup 2026
Hockey India has announced a 20-member Indian women's squad for the FIH Hockey World Cup Belgium and Netherlands 2026, with Salima Tete named captain. The team enters the tournament after an unbeaten title-winning campaign at the FIH Nations Cup in New Zealand
- 23 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 1:11pm - - newNHRC issues notices over religious lessons in Hyderabad school
The National Human Rights Commission has sought an Action Taken Report from Telangana authorities over allegations that a private school in Saidabad made Islamic religious lessons and prayers compulsory for students. The Commission has directed an inquiry and sought a report within two weeks
- 24 hours ago 17 Jul 26, 12:34pm - - Cyberabad Police transfers 55 inspectors in major reshuffle
Cyberabad Police Commissioner M Ramesh has transferred and posted 55 Inspectors of Police (Civil) across police stations and specialised wings. The reshuffle includes new SHOs for several police stations, with the transfers taking immediate effect
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 12:22pm - - TCA seeks disclosure of TG20 League financial records from HCA
Telangana Cricket Association General Secretary D Guruva Reddy has urged the Hyderabad Cricket Association to publish the audited accounts and financial records of the TG20 League, alleging non-compliance with constitutional transparency provisions and seeking disclosure of key administrative and commercial documents
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 12:10pm - - NRAI launches dedicated travel portal for athletes through Balmer Lawrie partnership
The National Rifle Association of India has partnered with Balmer Lawrie & Co. Ltd. to launch a dedicated self-booking travel platform for athletes, officials and members. The initiative offers corporate travel benefits and aims to simplify domestic travel for around 80,000 registered shooters
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 11:47am - - Minor girl dies by suicide, family accuses teacher of harassment in Hyderabad
A 14-year-old Class IX student died by suicide at her residence in Moosapet, Hyderabad. Her family accused a school teacher of harassing her, prompting Kukatpally police to register a case and investigate all allegations surrounding the incident
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 11:09am - - Two killed in hit-and-run crash on Hyderabad Outer Ring Road
Two men were killed after an unidentified vehicle crashed into a parked truck on the Outer Ring Road near Keesara in Hyderabad early on Friday. Police have launched an investigation and are working to identify the vehicle involved in the hit-and-run accident
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 11:01am - - Case registered against real estate firm for duping investors
The Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing has registered a case against the directors of Praneeth Concept Private Limited after around 55 homebuyers alleged they collected Rs 24.88 crore through a pre-launch apartment scheme and failed to deliver the promised flats
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- Woman dies by suicide after pushing two children into well near Hyderabad
A 35-year-old woman and her teenage daughter died after the woman allegedly pushed her two children into a well and jumped in following a domestic dispute in Shankarpally. Her 10-year-old son survived after clinging to a tree branch inside the well
- 1 day ago 17 Jul 26, 9:51am - - NEET-UG 2026: Telangana shines with eight students in top 138, Sahyu secures AIR 13
Telangana produced eight candidates in the top 138 of NEET-UG 2026, led by State topper Veeriahgari Sahyu, who secured AIR 13. More than 11.21 lakh candidates qualified nationwide, with women accounting for over 58 per cent of successful candidates.
- 2 days ago 17 Jul 26, 12:05am - - GHMC releases assembly constituency mapping to help voters fill SIR forms
To help voters complete Special Intensive Revision (SIR) enumeration forms correctly, GHMC has released a reference list mapping the 2002 Assembly constituencies to the present 2025 constituencies. The guide is intended to reduce confusion and improve the accuracy of electoral roll revisions.
- 2 days ago 17 Jul 26, 12:04am - - Opinion: When childhood takes the wheel – the hidden risks of underage driving
Rising underage driving in Hyderabad reflects failures in supervision, responsibility and adolescent guidance, demanding urgent action from families, schools and authorities
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 10:52pm - - Telangana integrating irrigation projects to maximise Godavari water utilisation: Bhatti Vikramarka
Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka said Telangana is integrating major lift irrigation projects to maximise Godavari water utilisation. He reviewed Sitammasagar and Sitarama works, while Irrigation Minister Uttam Kumar Reddy said restoration of Kaleshwaram barrages was progressing after safety assessments.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 10:10pm - - Telangana High Court imposes Rs 1 lakh cost on retired headmaster over personal dispute plea
The Telangana High Court imposed Rs 1 lakh costs on a retired headmaster for filing a writ petition seeking action against a teacher, observing that the plea was aimed at settling personal scores. The Court dismissed the petition and directed payment to a school.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 9:53pm - - Telangana High Court seeks responses on plea for early completion of Suchitra-Kompally elevated corridor
The Telangana High Court has granted time to authorities to respond to a plea seeking speedy completion of the Suchitra-Kompally elevated corridor on NH-44. The petitioner cited prolonged delays, traffic congestion, safety concerns and accidents affecting commuters and residents.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 9:48pm - - Telangana EAGLE Force seizes 237 kg marijuana worth Rs 1.18 crore, two arrested
Telangana EAGLE Force and Rachakonda Narcotics Police seized 237 kg of marijuana worth Rs 1.18 crore from a lorry container on NH-65. Two alleged transporters from Bihar and Pune were arrested, while the suspected suppliers remain absconding.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 9:10pm - - Cherlapally undertrial prisoner dies at Gandhi Hospital after alleged suicide attempt in jail
A 20-year-old undertrial prisoner, Rohit Pawar, died while undergoing treatment at Gandhi Hospital after allegedly attempting suicide inside Cherlapally Central Prison. Authorities said he was in judicial remand in a rape case and had been lodged in the prison for around one-and-a-half months.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:54pm - - GHMC identifies 11.52 lakh ASD electors in Hyderabad district
The GHMC Election Wing has identified 11.52 lakh electors as absent, shifted or dead during the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Chandrayangutta recorded the highest number of ASD electors, while the final figures will be known after August 3.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:50pm - - Telangana achieves 100 pc distribution of voter enumeration forms across all 33 districts
Telangana has completed 100 per cent distribution of voter enumeration forms across all 33 districts, Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudarshan Reddy said. Digitisation has reached 58.45 per cent, with Yadadri Bhuvanagiri leading and Medchal-Malkajgiri recording the lowest progress.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:40pm - - Telangana may receive 25 pc below-normal monsoon rainfall; reservoir storage remains critically low
Telangana is likely to receive nearly 25 per cent below-normal seasonal rainfall, according to the ECMWF outlook. With utilisable storage in Krishna and Godavari reservoirs at critically low levels, available water is expected to be sufficient mainly for drinking unless monsoon inflows improve.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:33pm - - Hyderabad: Madhu Park Ridge residents plan NGT move over Musi Riverfront project
Residents of Madhu Park Ridge Apartments met the SEIAA Chairman, seeking reconciliation of discrepancies in the Musi Riverfront Development Project's EIA and EMP reports. They warned of approaching the National Green Tribunal if environmental clearance is granted without resolving the issues.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:32pm - - Minor girl allegedly sexually assaulted in Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar; man taken into custody
A man identified as Mohd Shabaz was taken into custody after a minor girl was allegedly sexually assaulted in Hyderabad's Sanathnagar. Police registered a case under the POCSO Act following a complaint by the victim's mother and launched an investigation.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:30pm - - CMC to conduct sacred waste collection drive at five temples on July 18
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation will conduct a sacred waste collection drive at five major temples on July 18 to promote the scientific collection, recycling and eco-friendly disposal of religious offerings through authorised processing methods and sustainable waste management practices.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:28pm - - BRS seeks EC probe into Revanth Reddy’s alleged dual voter registration
A BRS delegation met Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C. Sudharshan Reddy, seeking an Election Commission inquiry into Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy's alleged dual voter registration. The party demanded a forensic audit and independent verification to safeguard electoral integrity.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 8:25pm - - Bonalu begins at Golconda’s Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Temple
The Ashada Masa Bonalu celebrations began at the Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Temple in Golconda on Thursday. Around 2,000 police personnel, supported by drones, CCTV surveillance and She Teams, have been deployed to ensure the safety and security of devotees throughout the festivities.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 7:22pm - - BRS to hold Yuva Sangrama Sadassu on July 18 over Congress’ job promises
The BRS will hold the Yuva Sangrama Sadassu at Saroornagar Stadium on July 18, accusing the Congress government of failing to fulfil promises on jobs and student welfare. K.T. Rama Rao will address the rally and present the party's roadmap for youth.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 7:10pm - - Telangana tops India in cybercrime FIRs despite Rs 1,524 crore fraud losses in 2025
Telangana registered the highest number of cybercrime FIRs in India in 2025 while reducing financial losses by 20 per cent despite Rs 1,524 crore in fraud. DGP C.V. Anand called cybercrime the biggest policing challenge and stressed stronger preventive measures.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 6:49pm - - Varahi Jewels launches four-day anniversary jewellery exhibition in Hyderabad
Varahi Jewels has launched a four-day jewellery exhibition and sale at its Kavuri Hills showroom in Hyderabad to mark its third anniversary. The event features thousands of new designs, exclusive offers and a wide range of traditional and contemporary jewellery collections.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 6:19pm - - Hyderabad: Techie dies by suicide in Raidurgam
A 40-year-old software engineer from Bengaluru died by suicide after an incident at his office building in Raidurgam, Hyderabad. Police are investigating CCTV footage and examining whether an alleged cyber fraud-related financial loss or other factors contributed to the incident.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 6:05pm - - Telangana App-Based Drivers announce strike over pending demands on July 22
The Telangana App-Based Drivers Forum has announced a statewide strike on July 22, demanding fare revisions, reduced commissions and welfare measures for gig workers. The forum warned of an indefinite strike after August 10 if the government and platform companies fail to resolve their concerns.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 5:51pm - - Miracle Hospital conducts needle-free vaccination camp for children in Hyderabad
Miracle Hospitals for Women and Child in Boduppal organised a two-day needle-free vaccination camp to promote painless immunisation for children. Doctors said the technology reduces fear and discomfort while delivering vaccines effectively through high-pressure jet streams instead of conventional needles.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 5:25pm - - Hyderabad celebrates Jagannath Rath Yatra with grand processions
Jagannath Rath Yatra Hyderabad, ISKCON Abids Rath Yatra, Jagannath Temple Banjara Hills, Hyderabad Rath Yatra 2025, Jagannath Swamy Ramgopal Trust, General Bazaar Rath Yatra, Chhappan Bhog Hyderabad, Begum Bazaar Jagannath, Hyderabad festivals, Hyderabad traffic advisory
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 4:30pm - - How can a new elector apply for inclusion in the electoral roll?
New electors who have completed 18 years can apply for inclusion in the electoral roll by submitting Form 6 and a declaration form to the Booth Level Officer. Applications will be processed during the claims and objections period from July 31 to August 30.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 3:35pm - - Family of Hyderabad native attacked in US appeals for emergency visas
The family of Hyderabad resident Syed Sohail Uddin, who was seriously injured in an alleged hate crime in Utah, has appealed to the Government of India and the US Consulate General for diplomatic intervention, emergency visas and the best possible medical treatment.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 3:30pm - - Mega job fair to be held in Hyderabad on July 21
A mega job fair will be held at Kings Palace, Mehdipatnam, on July 21, bringing together companies from IT, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, banking and other sectors. Candidates with at least an SSC qualification can attend free preliminary interviews at the venue.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 3:25pm - - Telangana MLC Venkatram Reddy denies son Bharat Reddy’s arrest in drug case
Telangana MLC Venkatram Reddy denied reports that his son Bharat Reddy was arrested in a drug case. He said police only conducted an inquiry, found no evidence of drug consumption, and confirmed that Bharat had no involvement in any drug-related activity.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 3:23pm - - PM Modi to inaugurate redeveloped Hitec City railway station on July 17
Hitec City Railway Station in Hyderabad has been redeveloped at a cost of Rs 26 crore under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually inaugurate the upgraded station on July 17, introducing modern passenger amenities and improved accessibility.
- 2 days ago 16 Jul 26, 3:15pm -