- newDilshada Raihan elected University of Hyderabad Students’ Union president
The AISA-ASA-DSU-SFI-TSF alliance won the University of Hyderabad Students’ Union elections, with SFI’s Dilshada Raihan elected president. Korra Nithin Chauhan won vice-president and Pratik secured general secretary, while the alliance also bagged the joint secretary and cultural secretary posts.
- 3 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 10:41am - - newCongress approves Sama Rammohan Reddy, Sarvotam Reddy for Telangana MLC polls
The Congress has approved Sama Rammohan Reddy and Ramreddy Sarvotam Reddy as its candidates for the Mahabubnagar-Rangareddy-Hyderabad and Nalgonda-Khammam-Warangal Graduates’ Constituency elections. Voter enrolment began on Monday, while the final electoral rolls are scheduled for publication on December 30
- 14 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 11:57pm - - newSCCL claims action plan drawn to supply 75,500 tonnes of coal a day to TGGENCO plants
SCCL and TGGENCO have prepared a plan to ensure daily supply of 75,500 tonnes of coal to Telangana thermal power plants amid rising electricity demand and complaints over outages. The plan includes railway and road transportation from Singareni and Odisha
- 14 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 11:17pm - - newTPCC president defends Revanth Reddy’s comments on Lord Ram and Shiva
TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud defended Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s remarks comparing Lord Ram and Lord Shiva, rejecting demands for an apology. Goud said both deities were revered while accusing the BJP of using Lord Ram for electoral politics
- 14 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 11:06pm - - newWhy seek public donations? Yadadri temple defends appeal for funds
The Yadagirigutta temple management has defended its appeal for voluntary donations to fund various development works, saying donor participation is a long-standing practice. The clarification came amid criticism following the establishment of a Trust Board and its members’ offers to sponsor works
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:40pm - - newINF Battalion and Mamata Medical College win basketball league matches
INF Battalion defeated SSBA (Tarnaka) 77-55, while Mamata Medical College beat All Star KVBR 61-46 in the GM Sampath Kumar Annual League Basketball Championship at YMCA Secunderabad
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:30pm - - newIndian volleyball team eyes Asian Games podium after topping Pool C
India's volleyball team topped Pool C at the Aichi Nagoya Asian Games after defeating Vietnam, Hong Kong and Qatar. Former international G V Madhav believes the team's improved combination can help it challenge Pakistan and revive hopes of a podium finish
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:28pm - - newKTR assures support to struggling sportsperson, woman stranded in Oman
BRS working president KT Rama Rao assured financial support to a young cricketer from Rajanna Sircilla, help for a woman allegedly stranded in Oman and education assistance to a poor student under the “Gift a Smile” initiative during meetings on Tuesday
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:27pm - - newUnbeaten teams shine on third day of Sub-junior National Basketball Championship
Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Kerala continued their unbeaten runs on the third day of the Sub-junior National Basketball Championship in Vijayawada. Several teams registered convincing victories in the Level I matches across boys’ and girls’ sections
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:23pm - - newHK Simha century and Aniketh Reddy five-for headline Hyderabad cricket matches
HK Simha’s century and Aniketh Reddy’s five-wicket haul were the highlights of Hyderabad cricket matches. The senior multi-day game ended in a draw, while Hyderabad defeated Bengal Under-23 and several junior and women’s league matches produced notable performances
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:19pm - - newCCMB study explores link between flu, Covid-19 and Parkinson’s disease
A CCMB study published in Cell Reports has found that viral RNA structures from influenza and Covid-19 can bind to α-synuclein, a protein associated with Parkinson’s disease. Researchers also identified DDX39A as a protein that can disrupt these structures
- 15 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 10:13pm - - newTelangana power demand hits record 12,044 MW, surpassing previous peak
Electricity demand within TGSPDCL limits in Telangana reached a record 12,044 MW on Tuesday, surpassing the previous peak of 11,828 MW. Greater Hyderabad recorded 4,072 MW, while State-wide demand touched 19,133 MW amid rising agricultural power requirements
- 16 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 9:37pm - - newCongress consistently failed to deliver on poll promises: KTR
BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government over its alleged failure to fulfil electoral promises and expressed confidence in the BRS returning to power. His remarks came as tribal leaders and former elected representatives joined the party
- 16 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 9:20pm - - newKTR demands increased Singareni bonus, clearance of Rs 60,000 crore dues
BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged the Telangana government to address Singareni workers’ welfare and financial concerns, including bonus dues, power utility payments, medical boards and housing. He also opposed any move towards disinvestment or privatisation of the coal company
- 16 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 9:07pm - - newNo court order issued on KT Rama Rao passport, says RS Praveen Kumar
BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar denied reports of any court order seeking seizure of KT Rama Rao's passport in the Formula-E case, alleged political motives behind the reports, and accused the Congress government of discrimination in awarding government contracts
- 17 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 8:59pm -
- newSCR announces temporary stoppage of 10 trains at Hi-Tech City station
The South Central Railway will provide temporary stoppages for 10 trains at Hi-Tech City station from November 1 to January 31 to manage additional passenger rush at Lingampalli and Secunderabad stations during the festival season, without additional boarding charges.
- 17 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 8:09pm - - newWoman allegedly beaten to death by husband in Ameerpet hotel
A 34-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death with a curtain rod inside an Ameerpet hotel room. Police suspect her husband Srinivas in the murder and have launched a search for him after hotel staff found her dead.
- 18 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 7:50pm - - newOne SIR notice pending in Telangana, 92.88 lakh generated
The ECI is yet to generate one notice under Telangana’s SIR of electoral rolls. As of September 28, 92,88,180 notices had been generated and 45,54,236 electors cleared for inclusion, while the final electoral roll is scheduled for November 9.
- 18 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 7:45pm - - newCMC demolishes 15 unauthorised constructions across Cyberabad
CMC teams identified 15 unauthorised constructions and carried out 15 demolitions across Cyberabad on Tuesday. Six teams continued inspections across three zones. Separately, CMC, HYDRAA and HMWS&SB reviewed proposed infrastructure and connectivity works at Sunnam Cheruvu and Timmidi Kunta.
- 18 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 7:30pm - - newACB searches five locations in Hyderabad in disproportionate assets case against NIMS official
The Anti-Corruption Bureau continued searches at five locations in and around Hyderabad as part of a disproportionate assets case against NIMS official Nori Lakshmi Bhasker. Officials seized cash, property documents and investment records allegedly linked to suspected benamis
- 18 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 7:27pm - - newHyderabad hospitals mark World Heart Day with walks, awareness events
Private hospitals in Hyderabad organised walks, awareness sessions and fitness activities on Tuesday to mark World Heart Day. Events included Yashoda Hospitals’ ‘1 Minute Heart Challenge’, CARE Hospitals’ awareness walk, a new valve clinic and campaigns highlighting cardiovascular risks.
- 19 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 6:42pm - - newHCLTech study finds 84% of wealth firms need AI-led redesign
A HCLTech study found that 84 per cent of global wealth management firms believe their operating models need fundamental redesign to realise AI’s potential. While 98 per cent are pursuing AI initiatives, only slightly more than 7 per cent are building agentic AI capabilities.
- 19 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 6:35pm - - newBoyfriend arrested in Hyderabad hotel murder of 29-year-old woman
Madhapur police arrested Srinivas Raviteja in connection with the death of 29-year-old Sharon Nikitha Topno at a Siddiqui Nagar hotel. Police said the suspect allegedly confessed during questioning and is expected to be brought to Hyderabad for judicial remand.
- 19 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 6:01pm - - newSanitary workers protest at Telangana Secretariat over pending salaries
Sanitary workers and scavengers working at police stations across Telangana staged a protest at the Secretariat, seeking payment of salaries pending for 20 months. Workers said about 4,500 people were affected and appealed to senior officials to clear their dues.
- 20 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 5:27pm - - newGunners Soldierathon Hyderabad draws 6,610 runners
The second edition of the Federal Bank Gunners Soldierathon Hyderabad drew 6,610 runners at the Artillery Centre, Golconda. Organised by Fitistan, the event promoted fitness and marked the 200-year legacy of the Regiment of Artillery.
- 21 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 4:43pm - - newKNRUHS announces second phase of MDS counselling for 2026–27
KNRUHS has announced the second phase of MDS counselling for the 2026–27 academic year. Eligible candidates can exercise web options on September 29 and 30. Candidates must follow seat-allotment and fee-payment rules to participate and secure admission.
- 21 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 4:38pm - - newFPTA 65th Annual General Meeting to be held in Hyderabad from October 3
The FPTA will hold its 65th Annual General Meeting in Hyderabad from October 3 to 5. More than 1,000 paper traders are expected to attend the event, which will feature technical seminars and discussions on developments and challenges.
- 21 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 4:25pm - - newHyderabad-Tashkent direct flight service launched
Centrum Air has launched a twice-weekly direct service between Hyderabad and Tashkent, establishing an air link between South India and Central Asia. GHIAL said the new route will improve connectivity and facilitate business, trade and cultural exchanges.
- 21 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 4:16pm - - newKTR accuses Congress of reneging on Hyderabad Pharma City land promise
BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil its promise to return lands acquired from farmers for Hyderabad Pharma City. He backed ongoing farmer protests and also targeted Congress leader Rahul Gandhi.
- 21 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 4:05pm - - new‘Chaddi gang’ burglary suspected in Manikonda, Rs 80,000 stolen
A group of burglars allegedly broke into a flat at Flotilla Apartments in Manikonda and fled with Rs 80,000 in cash and other valuables. The incident has revived concerns over burglary groups described as ‘Chaddi gangs’ and their modus operandi.
- 22 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 3:50pm - - newDeer, blackbuck hunting cases raise questions over venison supply in Hyderabad
Repeated deer and blackbuck hunting cases involving Hyderabad residents are raising questions about the source and movement of venison in the city. Recent arrests, meat seizures and licensed firearms have prompted calls for investigators to trace the entire supply chain.
- 22 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 3:35pm - - newHyderabad EON Space Labs gets patent for miniaturised space imaging system
Hyderabad-based EON Space Labs has secured a patent for MIRA, a miniaturised space telescope-based imaging system. Weighing 502 grams, the system is designed to provide high-definition multispectral Earth observation imagery for commercial applications across agriculture, mining, marine and insurance.
- 22 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 3:26pm - - newMedical bills, travel costs add to healthcare burden in Telangana
NSO data highlights the financial burden of healthcare in Telangana, where average hospitalisation costs Rs 52,743. Medical travel adds another expense, with Indian households spending an average Rs 32,167 per health-related overnight trip, excluding treatment costs themselves.
- 22 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 3:10pm - - newMadrasa teacher gets life term in Pahadishareef POCSO case
A special court in Hyderabad sentenced a 30-year-old madrasa teacher from Mamidipally to life imprisonment under the POCSO Act for sexually assaulting a minor boy.
- 23 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 2:09pm - - newNaspur road accident: Another woman succumbs during treatment
The death toll in the Naspur road accident rose to five after 33-year-old Ramtenki Divya Vani died during treatment in Warangal. Two women died instantly and two others later succumbed after a lorry collided with their auto-rickshaw
- 24 hours ago 29 Sep 26, 1:36pm - - Hyderabad: Two minors held for theft; 8 bikes recovered
Mailardevpally police apprehended two minors, aged 14 and 15, for their alleged involvement in vehicle thefts.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 1:28pm - - Hyderabad: UoH student union poll results today
University of Hyderabad Students’ Union election results are expected Tuesday after around 80 percent of 5,900 votes were polled. A total of 220 candidates contested nine central posts and 59 school board councillor seats, with counting scheduled for afternoon
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 1:17pm - - DA case: Telangana ACB seizes Rs 7 lakh cash from NIMS barber’s house
The Telangana Anti-Corruption Bureau (ACB) recovered Rs 7 lakh from the residence of a NIMS barber, Dhanraj, as part of an investigation into a disproportionate assets case against former NIMS Additional Medical Superintendent Dr. Nori Lakshmi Bhaskar.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 12:29pm - - Hyderabad-based national shooter develops wearable tech to prevent sports injuries
Homanshika Reddy, a 21-year-old national-level rifle shooter from Hyderabad, is developing 'Somatrace', a wearable sensor technology designed to track spinal movement in real time.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 12:22pm - - Hyderabad’s Mehrunissa Begum wins silver for India at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026
Hyderabad's Mehrunissa Begum won a silver medal for India in the Logistics and Freight Forwarding category at the 48th WorldSkills Competition held in Shanghai. A BBA Logistics graduate and logistics professional, she showcased excellence in freight forwarding and international logistics.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 12:07pm - - DA case: ACB conducts fresh searches linked to NIMS staff
The ACB has intensified its probe into the disproportionate assets case against NIMS Additional Medical Superintendent Dr Nori Laxmi Bhaskar by conducting searches at five houses linked to NIMS employees.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 11:42am - - Train mows down flock of sheep near Ghatkesar railway station
More than 50 sheep were reportedly killed after being hit by the Dakshin Express near Ghatkesar in Medchal-Malkajgiri district during the early hours of Tuesday.
- 1 day ago 29 Sep 26, 10:45am - - Hyderabad: Man allegedly strangled to death by woman, associates in Mangalhat
A 25-year-old man was allegedly strangled to death by a woman and her associates at Raheempura in Mangalhat. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the murder and the suspected roles of the woman and others allegedly involved in the incident.
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 12:03am - - Hyderabad: Three arrested for murder of 34-year-old man in Upperpally
Rajendranagar police arrested three persons in connection with the murder of a 34-year-old man at Upperpally. Police said the victim was allegedly attacked following previous disputes. A knife, metal knuckle, two-wheeler, mobile phone and blood-stained clothes were seized.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 11:32pm - - Hyderabad: Four women rescued from alleged brothel in Madhapur
Madhapur police raided a service apartment in Ayyappa Society following specific information and allegedly found it being used as a brothel. Police caught the alleged organiser and four male customers and rescued four women from the premises.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 10:35pm - - Khairthabad by-election to test BJP’s performance in Hyderabad
The upcoming Khairthabad by-election is emerging as an important test for the BJP in Hyderabad after the party’s performance in recent Greater Hyderabad bypolls. The contest will also be closely watched ahead of the pending GHMC elections.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 9:56pm - - Cheddi gang robbery: RWAs issue security advisory to apartment residents
Residential Welfare Associations issued a security advisory after suspected Cheddi gang members allegedly broke into a flat in Neknampur. RWAs urged apartment committees to strengthen CCTV coverage, lighting and perimeter patrols and called for increased night police patrolling.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 9:47pm - - Will Congress spring a surprise in Khairthabad by-election?
The Congress is weighing possible candidates for the Khairatabad by-election, with party leaders discussing former corporator P Vijaya Reddy and DCC president Rohin Reddy alongside disqualified MLA Danam Nagender. The party high command is expected to take the final decision
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 8:48pm - - KTR confident of retaining Hyderabad-Rangareddy-Mahbubnagar MLC seat
BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged party leaders to focus on voter enrolment ahead of the Graduates' MLC elections and expressed confidence about retaining the Hyderabad-Rangareddy-Mahbubnagar seat. He also called for coordinated campaigning and systematic voter registration
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 8:43pm - - Harish Rao targets Congress govt on protests at Secretariat over pending dues
BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Telangana government after retired employees and contractors protested at the Secretariat over pending dues. He questioned delays in payments to small contractors and retirement benefits and alleged that commissions were being sought
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 8:34pm - - No More Chemo Party held for children completing chemotherapy in Hyderabad
Basavatarakam Indo-American Cancer Hospital & Research Institute hosted its quarterly No More Chemo Party for children who completed chemotherapy. The event brought together children, families, doctors and medical staff to celebrate recovery and highlight the importance of timely cancer care.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 8:21pm - - Hyderabad’s walima-style dinners offer a taste of Muslim wedding traditions
Walima-style dinners are gaining popularity in Hyderabad, offering guests traditional Muslim wedding food, music and ambience without a wedding ceremony. Events such as Daawat-e-Dastarkhan are attracting youngsters, IT professionals and families eager to experience the city's distinctive culinary traditions
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 8:13pm - - Telangana Assembly declares Khairatabad seat vacant following Danam Nagender disqualification
The Telangana Assembly has issued a gazette notification declaring the Khairatabad seat vacant following the disqualification of Danam Nagender. The Telangana High Court had disqualified him with effect from April 23, 2024, a decision later upheld by the Supreme Court.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:54pm - - Aristotle PG College holds 22nd graduation day in Moinabad
The Aristotle PG College, School of Business Management, Moinabad, held its 22nd Graduation Day, celebrating 134 MBA graduates. Shreethi and Asma Fathima received gold medals for academic excellence. Former TGCHE Vice-Chairman Prof K Venkatachalam was the chief guest.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:31pm - - 65-year-old woman allegedly assaulted over black magic claim
A 65-year-old woman was allegedly tied to a tree and assaulted along with her husband and son at Nomula village in Ranga Reddy district. Police said the attackers suspected her of practising black magic. The woman suffered serious injuries.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:27pm - - 19-year-old dies by suicide in Shamshabad after boyfriend’s death
A 19-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide at her elder sister’s residence in Shamshabad on Sunday night. Police said she was reportedly in a relationship with a man who died in an accident about 15 days earlier. A probe is underway.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:20pm - - Nine held with blackbuck meat, rifle near Hyderabad
Future City Commissionerate police apprehended nine persons and seized 13 kg of blackbuck meat, a .315 rifle, ammunition, vehicles and other material. Police said the suspects allegedly hunted a blackbuck near Marikal and transported the meat towards Hyderabad.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:15pm - - CMC accelerates H-CITI flyover, underpass works in Gachibowli
The CMC has accelerated H-CITI flyover and underpass works at IIIT Junction and Khajaguda after completing earth excavation at Gachibowli Junction. Officials said 40 per cent of civil works was complete, with pillar and beam construction progressing towards 2027 deadlines.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 7:10pm - - Hyderabad’s 1908 Musi flood: How a disaster transformed the city
On September 28, 1908, the Musi River flooded Hyderabad, killing thousands and devastating neighbourhoods. The disaster prompted sweeping changes in flood control, water management and urban planning, including the City Improvement Board and the construction of major reservoirs
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:56pm - - 1908 Musi flood victims remembered at Hyderabad memorial
Victims of the 1908 Musi floods were remembered at a memorial programme at OGH in Hyderabad. Speakers stressed protecting the river’s natural channels and catchments, while a book on eyewitness accounts was unveiled and a traditional Musi Flood Lavani performance presented.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:47pm - - BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demands cancellation of GO 85 over Oilfed land
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded cancellation of GO 85, alleging that valuable Oilfed land at RTC Cross Roads was being handed over to private parties. He also sought scrapping of GO 366 and retention of the land for farmers’ needs.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:40pm - - Suspected interstate gang breaks into flat in Narsingi
A suspected six-member interstate burglary gang allegedly broke into a flat at Flotilla Apartments in Neknampur after cutting through rear fencing. The suspects reportedly threatened a resident who confronted them. Narsingi police are examining CCTV footage and intensifying night patrols.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:23pm - - Watch: Hyderabad contractors, retired employees protest over pending bills and benefits
Contractors and retired employees staged a protest at Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka’s chambers in Hyderabad on Monday, alleging delays in clearing long-pending bills and retirement benefits. Police prevented them from meeting the Deputy Chief Minister, leading to heated arguments
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:19pm - - KNRUHS opens first-phase BHMS counselling
KNRUHS has announced the first phase of web-based counselling for 42 AIQ BHMS seats in three private homoeopathy colleges in Telangana. Eligible candidates can exercise web options until September 30 and must pay the university fee after seat allotment.
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:15pm - - Talasani targets Congress over undelivered poll promises
Former minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of failing to fulfil election promises, including one tola of gold under welfare schemes and higher disability pensions. He also questioned beneficiary contributions and lotteries for incomplete double-bedroom housing
- 2 days ago 28 Sep 26, 6:14pm -