- newFormer Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender warns of protests over voter deletions
Former Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender alleged that 20,000 votes had been deleted from the constituency during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. He accused election officials of colluding with the BJP and demanded action against those allegedly involved.
- 39 mins ago 1 Oct 26, 7:17pm - - newJNTU-Hyderabad students raise concerns over poor hostel facilities
JNTU-Hyderabad students have raised concerns over poor hostel maintenance, citing unhygienic drinking water, dysfunctional toilets, inadequate water supply, overcrowding and poor food quality. They urged university authorities to improve sanitation, basic amenities, study facilities and room accommodation.
- 50 mins ago 1 Oct 26, 7:06pm - - newBRS MLC Ramana accuses Revanth Reddy of ignoring weavers’ issues in Sircilla
BRS MLC L Ramana criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his Sircilla meeting, alleging that it lacked measures for weavers. He cited 54 weaver deaths since January 2024 and questioned the utilisation of Rs 1,753 crore allocated for weavers.
- 1 hour ago 1 Oct 26, 6:46pm - - newCongress MLC nominations trigger unrest among party leaders in Telangana
Congress’ MLC nominations for the Mahabubnagar-Rangareddy-Hyderabad and Nalgonda-Khammam-Warangal Graduates’ constituencies have triggered dissent within the party, with leaders questioning the selection process and alleged lack of representation for BC and minority communities.
- 1 hour ago 1 Oct 26, 6:34pm - - newMental health awareness week to be held at Gandhi Hospital from October 4
Gandhi Hospital has unveiled an awareness poster ahead of World Mental Health Week, with a series of events scheduled from October 4 to 10. The programmes are being organised jointly by PPAI and Navabharat Lions Club, District 310A.
- 2 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:41pm - - newCSIR-IGIB applications open for advanced training course on genomics
CSIR-IGIB has invited applications for its one-month Advanced Training Course in Genomics and Molecular Technologies for Industrial Applications. The course offers hands-on training in DNA extraction, sequencing and NGS data analysis, with 30 seats available and applications closing on October 10.
- 2 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:37pm - - newKTR challenges Revanth over family assets, governance
BRS working president KT Rama Rao challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to a judicial probe into the assets of their families. He also criticised the Congress government over unfulfilled promises, farmers' issues, weavers' problems and alleged governance failures
- 2 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:32pm - - newHyderabad: Pothole-ridden road leaves Nallakunta-Vidyanagar market deserted
A dug-up stretch of road near the Nallakunta-Vidyanagar Vegetable Market has been causing problems for residents, commuters and vendors for over two months. Water-filled potholes and debris have made travel difficult, while vendors say the poor road condition has affected business.
- 3 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:07pm - - newLeap rolls out PTE preparation programme for overseas education aspirants
Leap has launched a PTE preparation programme for study-abroad aspirants, offering structured practice and simulated exam conditions. The company said PTE featured in 9.6 per cent of its analysed counselling conversations, with stronger interest among students exploring New Zealand and UK
- 3 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:06pm - - newTask Force seizes unauthorised Pakistani cosmetics worth Rs 7 lakh in Hyderabad
The Hyderabad Task Force, in coordination with CDSCO, raided three shops in Rajendranagar and seized unauthorised cosmetic products suspected to have been imported from Pakistan, valued at around Rs 7 lakh. The action followed information about their illegal sale and distribution.
- 3 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 5:00pm - - newHow Hyderabad coach Vivek Teja helped Chikitha script Asian Games golden double
Hyderabad-based human performance coach Vivek Teja played a quiet role in Chikitha Taniparthi's Asian Games golden double, working on her strength, conditioning, nutrition and mental resilience over 10 months as the Telangana archer secured gold in team and mixed event
- 3 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 4:50pm - - newVitamin D deficiency linked to heart cell damage, finds Hyderabad NIN study
A study by Hyderabad’s National Institute of Nutrition has linked vitamin D deficiency and insufficiency to increased oxidative and cellular stress in the heart. Experiments using rat models and cardiac cells found vitamin D reduced oxidative damage, ER stress and autophagy markers.
- 3 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 4:45pm - - newAmazon opens Ashray Centre for gig, delivery workers in Kondapur
Amazon India has opened its first Ashray Centre in Hyderabad at Kondapur to provide gig and delivery workers with rest and support facilities. The air-conditioned centre offers seating, drinking water, washrooms, charging points, first aid and resting space.
- 4 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 4:09pm - - newTOMCOM announces recruitment drive for physiotherapists to work in Germany
TOMCOM has announced a recruitment drive for physiotherapists seeking employment in Germany. Eligible candidates with B.P.T or M.P.T degrees and B1-level German proficiency can apply. Selected candidates will receive salaries, health coverage, visa assistance, language training and other benefits.
- 4 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 3:59pm - - new45-year-old man bludgeoned to death with cricket bats in Kokapet
A 45-year-old money lender from Khammam, residing in Kokapet, was brutally beaten to death with cricket bats by unknown assailants near Neopolis; Narsingi police have launched an investigation to identify the killers and determine the motive.
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- newKTR, Harish Rao congratulate archer Chikitha, hail pilot Smit Machchhar
BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao congratulated Telangana archer Taniparthi Chikitha for winning two gold medals in women's compound team and mixed team events. Rama Rao also praised pilot Smit Machhar for reportedly averting a potential flydubai disaster after an alleged mid-air attack by a co-pilot.
- 6 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 2:22pm - - newProstitution racket involving foreign women busted at Gachibowli hotel, six detained
Gachibowli police and the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit busted an alleged prostitution racket operating from a hotel in Hyderabad, detaining three men and three women from Uzbekistan and seizing cash, mobile phones and other materials.
- 6 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 1:48pm - - newTelangana’s Sandhya Reddy elected Mayor of Strathfield; Revanth extends wishes
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy congratulated Telangana-born Sandhya (Sandy) Reddy on her election as the 73rd Mayor of Strathfield Council in Sydney, Australia. An alumna of Osmania University and native of Vikarabad district, she will serve a two-year term, drawing praise from political leaders across Telangana.
- 8 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 12:18pm - - newHyderabad techie allegedly attacked by colleague over rejected marriage proposal
A 25-year-old woman working at a software company was allegedly assaulted by her colleague near Hyderabad after rejecting his marriage proposals. The accused allegedly forced her into a car, assaulted her during an argument and pushed her out before fleeing.
- 9 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 10:28am - - newFour Telangana men trapped in Russia war zone, say families
Four men from Telangana's Nizamabad and Kamareddy districts were allegedly duped by agents with promises of jobs in Russia but were later forced into military-related duties near the Russia-Ukraine warfront.
- 19 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 12:46am - - newStudent leaders held, later released amid protest over RSS-related event at EFLU
Several students, including office-bearers of the EFLU Students' Union, were detained by police during a protest against a talk session allegedly linked to the RSS on the university campus in Hyderabad.
- 20 hours ago 1 Oct 26, 12:07am - - newEight workers injured as speeding car ploughs into pedestrians in Hyderabad
Eight workers were injured, three of them seriously, after a speeding car allegedly hit them near ECIL in Hyderabad in the early hours of Tuesday.
- 20 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 11:45pm - - newHyderabad turns pink as Breast Cancer Awareness month begins
Hyderabad's prominent landmarks were illuminated in pink on Wednesday evening to mark the beginning of International Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
- 20 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 11:34pm - - newSuicide prevention awareness programme held at Khairatabad Government Degree College
The SDG Club of Government Degree College, Khairatabad, organised a suicide prevention awareness programme to encourage open discussions on emotional well-being and mental health among students.
- 22 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 10:24pm - - newOU VC asks autonomous colleges to upload marks on secure cloud systems
Osmania University Vice-Chancellor Prof. Kumar Molugaram has directed autonomous colleges affiliated with the university to upload students' marks through secure cloud-based systems and strengthen safeguards against manipulation of examination records.
- 22 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 10:09pm - - newTG SAFE suspends licences of four quick-commerce stores
The Telangana Standards Authority for Food and Essential Drugs (TG SAFE) has suspended the FSSAI licences of four dark stores operated by quick-commerce firms in Hyderabad after inspections revealed multiple food safety violations.
- 22 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 9:46pm - - newAP govt owes Rs 601 crore dues to BRAOU
Dr BR Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) has claimed that the Andhra Pradesh government owes it Rs 601.40 crore for educational and administrative services provided to students and study centres in the State after bifurcation.
- 23 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 9:08pm - - newBRAOU set to roll out foreign language courses
Dr BR Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) is set to establish a Centre for Foreign Languages and will initially offer a certificate course in German through a blended learning mode.
- 23 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 8:57pm - - newBRAOU to confer degrees on 36,145 candidates during Oct 7 convocation
Dr B.R. Ambedkar Open University (BRAOU) will award degrees to 36,145 candidates at its 27th convocation on October 7 in Hyderabad. The university will also confer an honorary doctorate on noted Telangana filmmaker and cultural archivist B. Narsing Rao.
- 23 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 8:45pm - - newCongress discriminating against BCs, alleges Talasani Srinivas Yadav
BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of discriminating against Backward Classes in Telangana and questioned its decision to field two upper-caste candidates in graduate MLC elections. He demanded greater BC representation and urged voters to question Congress
- 24 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 8:19pm - - newCyberabad civic body launches WhatsApp helpline to register civic grievances
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation (CMC) has introduced a dedicated WhatsApp number to enable residents to report pending civic issues and locations requiring the Commissioner’s direct intervention.
- 24 hours ago 30 Sep 26, 8:19pm - - Hyderabad police probe viral video of man allegedly firing pistol at function
Hyderabad police have launched an inquiry into a viral social media video purportedly showing a man firing a pistol into the air during a function. Authorities are verifying whether the weapon seen in the footage is a genuine firearm or a dummy pistol.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 7:54pm - - DRI seizes cocaine worth Rs 24.5 cr from passenger at Hyderabad airport
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) has seized 4.9 kg of cocaine, estimated to be worth Rs 24.5 crore in the illicit market, from an Indian passenger at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 7:10pm - - UoH to award 178 medals, 1,721 degrees at 26th convocation
The University of Hyderabad will award 1,721 degrees, including 300 PhDs, and 178 medals at its 26th convocation on Thursday. Former DRDO chairman Samir V Kamat will deliver the address, while Governor Pratap Shukla will present medals.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 6:52pm - - Private hospitals seek changes to Telangana’s revamped EHS
The Telangana Network Hospitals Association has urged the State government to address what it described as flaws in the revamped Employee Health Scheme. It sought hospital representation in policymaking, realistic treatment package rates, a transparent appeal mechanism and clearance of pending Aarogyasri bills.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 5:52pm - - CRPF ADG Ravideep Singh Sahi retires after 40 years of service
CRPF Additional Director General, South Zone, Ravideep Singh Sahi retired after more than 40 years of service. A 1986-batch officer, he served in Jammu and Kashmir, Chhattisgarh and the Northeast and held several key operational and security assignments.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 5:40pm - - Property offender involved in 270 cases held with Meth, LSD in Shamshabad
Shamshabad police arrested three persons, including a man reportedly involved in around 270 property offence cases, in a drug peddling case. They seized 80 grams of Meth, four LSD blots and four mobile phones, while two suspects remain absconding.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 5:22pm - - UoH moves up to 801–1000 band in THE World University Rankings 2027
The University of Hyderabad has moved to the 801–1000 band in the THE World University Rankings 2027, improving from 1001–1200 last year. The latest rankings cover 2,297 institutions across 118 countries and territories, including 143 Indian institutions.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 5:20pm - - ProArch marks 20th anniversary with two-day celebration in Hyderabad
ProArch marked its 20th anniversary with a two-day celebration in Shamshabad, bringing together employees from across India. The event featured an AI keynote, business showcase and 5K run, highlighting technology, innovation, employee engagement, health and community initiatives.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:40pm - - RGIA police arrest three alleged drug peddlers in Shamshabad
RGIA police arrested three alleged drug peddlers near HMDA Nursery in Shamshabad and seized 80 grams of methamphetamine and four LSD blotters. Police said the suspects allegedly sourced the drugs from an absconding Bengaluru-based supplier and supplied local customers.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:35pm - - KTR recalls BRS government’s 10 per-cent ST reservation decision
BRS working president K T Rama Rao on Wednesday recalled the former BRS government’s decision to increase Scheduled Tribe reservations from 6 per cent to 10 per cent. He also highlighted measures including tribal gram panchayats, residential schools, podu land titles and welfare initiatives
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:34pm - - KTR, Harish Rao recall Sagaraharam on 14th anniversary
BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao recalled the September 30, 2012, Sagaraharam protest on its 14th anniversary. They hailed the participants and recalled the mobilisation on Necklace Road and the demand for a separate Telangana State
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:32pm - - Religious groups step up anti-violence campaign amid Hyderabad murders
Religious organisations and community elders in Hyderabad have launched meetings and awareness programmes urging people to shun violence amid concerns over recent homicides. Friday sermons and community gatherings are stressing Islamic teachings, tolerance, brotherhood and peaceful resolution of disputes.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:30pm - - Balamrai’s historic water reservoir dismantled for NH-44 project
A historic British-era water reservoir at Balamrai has been dismantled to facilitate the Paradise-Suchitra Junction elevated corridor. A new 2,300-kilolitre pump house has been built nearby, while the old water distribution network continues until new transmission infrastructure is commissioned.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:25pm - - Decomposed body of unidentified woman found near Charkandil Chowrasta
The decomposed body of an unidentified woman was found at an open site near Charkandil Chowrasta on Wednesday. Habeebnagar police suspect she may have died around a week ago and are investigating the circumstances while efforts continue to establish her identity.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:16pm - - The story behind the ‘Z’ on Telangana RTC bus number plates
The ‘Z’ seen on many TGSRTC bus number plates has roots in Hyderabad’s Nizam-era transport system. The tradition dates back nearly a century, while TGSRTC also preserves a 1932 Albion bus believed to have belonged to the first fleet.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 4:10pm - - Hyderabad: Youth killed after tipper truck rams scooter near EFLU
A 20-year-old youth was killed after a tipper truck allegedly hit his scooter from behind near the EFLU junction in Hyderabad on Wednesday morning. The victim, Harsha, suffered severe head injuries after being thrown onto a divider
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 3:52pm - - NIMS doctor Nori Lakshmi Bhaskar placed under deemed suspension after ACB arrest
NIMS Additional Medical Superintendent Dr Nori Lakshmi Bhaskar has been placed under deemed suspension after his arrest by the ACB in a disproportionate assets case. The agency reportedly found properties, luxury vehicles, gold jewellery and unaccounted cash during searches
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 3:51pm - - Burglars break into liquor shop in Medchal, steal bottles and cash
Burglars broke into Sri Gowri Liquor Mart in Medchal on Wednesday morning after allegedly cutting open a metal sheet beside the permit room. They escaped with liquor bottles and counter cash. Police reached the spot and launched an investigation.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 3:23pm - - Preventable infections linked to thousands of cancer cases in Telangana
Nearly 1.9 lakh cancer cases in India in 2024 were linked to infections, including HPV, H. pylori and hepatitis viruses. The infection-linked burden is also significant in Telangana, highlighting the importance of vaccination, screening, early detection and timely treatment.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 2:46pm - - Nearly 60 per cent of cybercrime losses in Telangana linked to investment frauds: Shikha Goel
Nearly 60 per cent of financial losses suffered by cybercrime victims in Telangana are linked to stock market and investment frauds, Cyber Security Bureau Director Shikha Goel said. She warned of sophisticated international networks and urged citizens to remain cautious.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 2:39pm - - Telangana native Sandy Reddy elected Strathfield Mayor in Australia
Telangana native Sandy Reddy has been unanimously elected Mayor of Strathfield in Australia, becoming the first Indian migrant woman to hold the post. Her election was welcomed by the Telugu community, with BRS leaders congratulating her on the achievement.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 1:47pm - - Police detain BRS leaders ahead of Revanth Reddy’s Sircilla visit
Police detained several opposition leaders, activists, farmers and auto-driver representatives in Rajanna Sircilla and parts of Karimnagar districts ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit. The action came amid apprehensions of protests during his public meeting in Sircilla.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 1:25pm - - Hyderabad: Meat shops, slaughterhouses to remain closed on October 2
All cattle, sheep and goat slaughterhouses, besides retail meat and beef shops within GHMC limits, will remain closed on October 2 for Mahatma Gandhi’s birth anniversary. GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan issued the directive under Section 533 (b) of the GHMC Act.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 1:08pm - - Dilshada 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.
- 1 day ago 30 Sep 26, 10:41am - - Congress 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 11:57pm - - SCCL 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 11:17pm - - TPCC 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 11:06pm - - Why 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:40pm - - INF 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:30pm - - Indian 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:28pm - - KTR 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:27pm - - Unbeaten 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:23pm - - HK 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:19pm - - CCMB 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
- 2 days ago 29 Sep 26, 10:13pm -