- newTelangana: Youngster arrested for murdering father, burning body in Mancherial
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Mancherial district for allegedly murdering his father and burning his body after a dispute over his marriage. Police said he smothered his father at a mango farm, later filed a false missing complaint and confessed during interrogation
- 43 mins ago 13 Aug 26, 12:24pm - - newACB takes DSP Bheem Reddy into custody in disproportionate assets case
Anti-Corruption Bureau officials took DSP Sankireddy Bheem Reddy into custody from Chanchalguda Central Jail for two days of questioning in a disproportionate assets case. Investigators are probing alleged benami holdings, property acquisitions, investments and assets worth over Rs.200 crore
- 1 hour ago 13 Aug 26, 11:41am - - newPolling stations go up in Telangana, 32 added in Hyderabad
The Election Commission has approved rationalisation of polling stations in Telangana, increasing the total from 35,985 to 36,353 across 33 districts. Nalgonda district recorded the highest addition with 49 new stations, followed by Hyderabad with 32, while several constituencies saw location changes, nomenclature updates, and mergers.
- 13 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:43pm - - newTraffic diversions in Banjara Hills for CM Revanth Reddy’s visit on Aug 13
Hyderabad Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit to Komaram Bheem Adivasi Bhavan on Thursday. Moderate congestion is expected on Road No. 10, Banjara Hills with diversions suggested for motorists.
- 14 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:45pm - - newAfzalgunj shooting suspects held in Bihar, brought to Karnataka
Two suspects linked to the sensational Afzalgunj shooting at Roshan Travels and the Bidar ATM robbery have been arrested in Bihar by Karnataka police. The duo, accused of looting Rs 93 lakh and killing a security guard, was traced and brought to Karnataka for further investigation.
- 15 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:24pm - - newHigh Court raps HYDRAA, questions ‘parallel govt’ over Malkajgiri demolition
The Telangana High Court on Wednesday castigated HYDRAA for demolishing a compound wall at Malkajgiri despite subsisting court orders protecting the landowners’ possession. Justice NV Shravan Kumar questioned whether the agency was running a parallel government and initiated suo motu contempt proceedings against HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath.
- 15 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:12pm - - newCyberabad police urge IT firms to revamp transport, traffic practices
The Cyberabad Traffic Police have asked IT companies to overhaul employee transport systems to tackle worsening congestion along the IT corridors. At a stakeholder meeting chaired by Joint Commissioner Sunpreet Singh, measures such as carpooling, centralised corporate buses, and staggered office timings were recommended to ease peak‑hour traffic.
- 16 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 9:06pm - - newCambridge AS & A Level entries grow 15 pc in India
Cambridge International Education has announced the results of its June 2026 exam series, with 368,000 students worldwide receiving AS & A Level results. India recorded over 40,000 entries, marking an 11 per cent rise from last year and a 15 per cent growth in AS & A Level entries.
- 16 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:54pm - - newGHMC repairs 105 potholes, clears 126 MT waste on Day 2 of monsoon drive
The GHMC repaired 105 potholes and cleared over 170 metric tonnes of waste in Hyderabad on the second day of its special monsoon drive. The civic body also installed bins at shops, pruned tree branches, and conducted awareness programmes in schools.
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - newHyderabad zoo elephants enjoy 5-km walk on World Elephant Day
Four Asian elephants at Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park were taken out for a 5-km walk as part of World Elephant Day celebrations, delighting visitors with a rare close-up view. The animals were also treated to specially prepared jumbo cakes.
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - newECI clarifies on validity of Family Register Certificates in Telangana
The Election Commission of India has ruled that Family Register Certificates issued after July 25, 2026, under the new MeeSeva mechanism, will not be valid for verification in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Telangana.
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:06pm - - newKT Rama Rao demands impartial probe into weaver’s death
BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded an impartial probe into the death of weaver Vengala Venkatesham and sought justice for his family. He questioned the police action, urged a transparent investigation and assured financial and educational support to Venkatesham’s daughter
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:54pm - - newBRS leader Jagadish Reddy questions Krishna water diversion
Former Minister and BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to protect Telangana’s water interests. He alleged diversion of Krishna River water through Pothireddypadu and demanded that water diversion be stopped until Nagarjuna Sagar project was filled
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:51pm - - newHyderabad police bust Odisha drug supply chain, seize 23 kg marijuana
The SOT LB Nagar team and Nagole police busted an Odisha-Hyderabad drug supply chain and arrested two inter-state drug peddlers. Police seized 23 kg of marijuana worth Rs 11.51 lakh from two vehicles near Nagole X Road on Tuesday night
- 17 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:39pm - - newShared Heritage and Social Media can connect Hearts across Southasia
Around 190 videos were received for the 2nd Southasian Commemoration of Doyens of Peace. Artists and youth from Bhutan, India and Pakistan used Digital Stages to showcase culture, while an eBook featuring videos and contributions from Southasians was released
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:36pm -
- newGachibowli Police nab former UoH student in drug supply case
Gachibowli Police and the Eagle Team nabbed former University of Hyderabad student Biswajit Kalita alias Biswa in a drug supply case. Police seized 5 grams of marijuana from him and are investigating the source of the ganja and possible involvement of others
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:33pm - - newITC Kohenur to host special Independence Day brunch in Hyderabad
ITC Kohenur will host special culinary experiences at Golconda Pavilion this Independence Day weekend. The offerings include a South Indian brunch and Swad of India, featuring regional delicacies, traditional recipes and flavours from across the country in a festive setting
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - newKTR launches AI Hub Switzerland platform in Hyderabad
BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday launched AI Hub Switzerland in Hyderabad, positioning it as a global platform to help users, businesses and policymakers navigate artificial intelligence adoption. The hybrid platform offers tool comparisons, compliance frameworks and real‑world case studies.
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:26pm - - newShriram Finance launches Shri Sampark for Telangana textile industry
Shriram Finance Limited has launched Shri Sampark to support the growth of Telangana’s garments and textile industry. The initiative brought together business experts, officials and representatives of more than 100 companies to discuss growth strategies, capital access and sustainable business opportunities
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:22pm - - newMd Habib Memorial Junior Football Tournament from August 17
Sports Coaching Foundation in Masab Tank will organise the Md Habib Memorial Junior Football Tournament from August 17. The tournament will be held for Under-12 and Under-14 players. Interested players can register by contacting the SCF team on the given number
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:19pm - - newUnemployed youth confront TJS chief Kodandaram in Hyderabad
TJS chief and MLC Prof. M Kodandaram faced protests from unemployed youth at Somajiguda Press Club in Hyderabad. The protesters questioned him over government job recruitment, the upper age limit and the Congress government's promise of two lakh jobs
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:13pm - - new50 sounds, one melody: The World at Jubilee Hills’ musical tribute to India
The World at Jubilee Hills has launched a musical tribute to India’s unity in diversity, combining more than 50 sounds from across the country into a melody based on Jana Gana Mana. The campaign took nearly 100 days to complete.
- 18 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 7:09pm - - newHyderabad rains: Heavy showers lash central parts of city
Rains returned to Hyderabad on Wednesday afternoon after a brief break, with central parts of the city receiving relatively heavy rainfall. The weather department forecast light to moderate rain and thundershowers at isolated places, with a yellow warning for several districts.
- 19 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 5:50pm - - newTCA questions HCA over alleged constitutional violations
The Telangana Cricket Association has questioned the Hyderabad Cricket Association over alleged statutory and constitutional violations, including unauthorised trials and district committees. TCA general secretary D. Guruva Reddy said HCA’s jurisdiction was limited to Hyderabad under existing judicial directives
- 20 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:50pm - - newHCA to promote cricket across all 33 Telangana districts
The Hyderabad Cricket Association plans to promote cricket across all 33 districts of Telangana through district units, zonal academies and T-10 tournaments. HCA official T. Seshnarayan said the initiative aims to identify talent and expand opportunities beyond the twin cities
- 20 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:48pm - - newRetired RBI employee loses Rs 3.25 lakh in fake ECI verification fraud
A retired RBI employee from Hyderabad lost Rs 3.25 lakh after cyber fraudsters posing as Election Commission officials sent him a fake verification link and malicious APK file. The victim later approached Hyderabad Cybercrime police, who registered a case and began investigating
- 20 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:42pm - - newOver 70% university teaching posts vacant in Telangana as recruitment remains stalled
Recruitment to teaching posts in Telangana universities remains stalled more than a year after the State government issued guidelines. With over 70 per cent of teaching posts vacant, universities are relying on temporary faculty, while aspirants have raised concerns over PhD marks.
- 21 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:30pm - - newFrom software jobs to tricolour flags: Hyderabad family’s patriotic business journey
A Hyderabad-based family from Khammam has spent the past decade manufacturing India’s national flags. What began with 30 women in a small workshop has grown into a business supplying hundreds of flags across 18 States, with the family following official flag regulations.
- 21 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 4:10pm - - new83% faculty posts vacant at Suravaram Pratapa Reddy Telugu University
Several Telangana universities are facing a severe shortage of regular teaching faculty, with large numbers of sanctioned posts lying vacant. The crisis has forced departments to depend on academic consultants and retired teachers, raising concerns over university rankings, accreditation, PhD supervision and research.
- 21 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:56pm - - newCSIR-IICT signs technology transfer agreement for diabetic foot ulcer treatment
CSIR-IICT Hyderabad has signed a technology transfer agreement with Viridis Biopharma for an IND-ready phytopharmaceutical developed from Gymnema sylvestre to treat diabetic foot ulcers. The technology has undergone extensive pharmacological, analytical, formulation, stability and safety evaluations.
- 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:25pm - - newRodolphe Manoukian to bring percussion, electronic music to Hyderabad on August 16
Rodolphe Manoukian will perform in Hyderabad on August 16 as part of his India Tour. The darbuka artist will bring percussion, electronic and contemporary sounds to Big Bull Club, with Flipsyde also performing during the five-hour music and dance event.
- 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:20pm - - newManam Chocolate opens beverage bar at Karkhana in Hyderabad
Manam Chocolate has opened a 100-sq-ft beverage bar at its Karkhana in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. The outlet offers more than 24 hot, cold, plant-based beverages and shakes, with customers able to customise drinks using 14 craft chocolate couvertures.
- 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 3:11pm - - newTension at PM Ekta Unity Mall site as police stop BRS leaders from inspection
Tension prevailed at the proposed PM Ekta Unity Mall site in Raidurgam after police stopped BRS leaders from inspecting it. BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan alleged irregularities in land allocation and tenders, demanded documents and accused the government of favouring private developers
- 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:50pm - - newSeven trending experiences to try in Hyderabad beyond the usual
Hyderabad’s leisure scene is expanding beyond its traditional attractions, offering immersive entertainment, private karaoke, outdoor adventures, interactive museums, arcade gaming and luxury cinema. Here are seven trending experiences across the city for those looking to try something different.
- 22 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:45pm - - newKTR launches AI Hub Switzerland platform in Hyderabad
BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched AI Hub Switzerland in Hyderabad, a platform designed to help users, businesses and policymakers navigate artificial intelligence through tool comparisons, compliance frameworks, case studies, learning resources and guidance on responsible AI adoption.
- 23 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 2:23pm - - newHyderabad: Woman allegedly beaten to death by husband in Ghatkesar
A 37-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her husband while she slept at their Ghatkesar home on Wednesday. Police suspect alcohol addiction and suspicion over her conduct as possible motives and have registered a case against the husband.
- 24 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 1:12pm - - Facial recognition helps Hyderabad Police identify eight offenders during Bonalu
Hyderabad Police detained 116 suspicious persons during the Lal Darwaza Bonalu celebrations on August 9 and 10. Facial recognition technology helped identify eight people with previous criminal records, while no theft, mobile phone theft or chain-snatching cases were reported.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:45pm - - Nepal gang member detained under PD Act in Jubilee Hills murder-for-gain case
Nepal-based gang member Sunil Bahadur Aauji alias Sunil Pariyar has been detained under the PD Act in connection with the murder-for-gain of Tanuja Ranjan, wife of retired IPS officer Ray Vinay Ranjan, in Jubilee Hills.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:40pm - - Former University of Hyderabad student held with ganja on campus
Gachibowli Police and the Eagle Team arrested former University of Hyderabad student Biswajit Kalita alias Biswa in a drug supply case. Police seized 5 grams of marijuana from him and are probing the source of the ganja supply.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 12:03pm - - Harish Rao questions delay in opposing AP proposal on Telangana irrigation projects
BRS leader T Harish Rao questioned the Telangana government’s delay in opposing Andhra Pradesh’s proposal to review permissions for seven irrigation projects ahead of the August 18 GRMB meeting. He demanded withdrawal of the agenda items and warned of protests.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 11:26am - - KTR questions alleged land allotment to firm linked to Revanth Reddy’s brother
BRS working president KT Rama Rao has questioned the alleged allotment of government land to Tesseract Advanced Systems, linked to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's brother. He sought details about the company's ownership, investment, employees and the land deal.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 10:24am - - Hyderabad: Police constable allegedly dies by suicide at LB Nagar station
A police constable allegedly died by suicide at LB Nagar Police Station on Wednesday. The deceased, Sai Kumar, was found hanging by colleagues. His family has questioned the circumstances of his death and sought his mobile phone and clarity from police.
- 1 day ago 12 Aug 26, 8:16am - - CM directs officials to ensure top facilities for Khelo India Games
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy reviewed preparations for the Khelo India Games in Hyderabad and directed officials to ensure the best facilities at venues. He also called for inspections, remedial measures and wider participation in organising the Games
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 12:13am - - ICMR-NIN launches SHINE Programme 2026 for school children
The ICMR-NIN has launched SHINE Programme 2026, a two-day outreach initiative for school children. Around 800 students from nine schools are participating in interactive activities covering science, nutrition and public health, including demonstrations, games and diet surveys
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 11:29pm - - GHMC removes over 97 MT waste on Day 1 of monsoon drive
GHMC removed 36 MT of legacy municipal solid waste and 61.5 MT of C&D waste on the first day of its 10-day monsoon drive. Teams also cleared potholes, catch pits and culverts and inspected public facilities across 30 wards
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 11:17pm - - HPS Begumpet launches leadership programme for students
Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, has launched a comprehensive leadership programme for over 3,500 students across grades and curricula. The initiative aims to develop confidence, resilience, empathy, critical thinking and decision-making, alongside career interactions with professionals and alumni
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 11:05pm - - Virtual Lab workshop held for physics students in Hyderabad
A Virtual Lab workshop was conducted for UG First-Year Physics students at Hindi Mahavidyalaya in Hyderabad. The session focused on mechanics experiments, analytical skills and virtual simulations, helping students gain practical knowledge through a safe and cost-effective learning environment
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 10:58pm - - Ponguleti orders review of prohibited property applications
Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy directed officials to upload land-related documents by August 14 and resolve genuine prohibited property applications. He asked Sub-Registrars to rely on verified online records while protecting government land and addressing technical and legal issues
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 10:35pm - - TG EAPCET 2026 internal sliding schedule announced
The Technical Education department has announced the TG EAPCET 2026 centralised internal sliding schedule for engineering admissions. Students can exercise web options on August 12 and 13, while seat allotment will be completed on August 15
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 10:27pm - - Over 500 property owners hold hunger strike over Rajiv Rahadari
Over 500 property owners affected by land acquisition for the Rajiv Rahadari elevated corridor held a one-day hunger strike at Karkhana in Secunderabad Cantonment. The protesters demanded fair compensation from the Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri district administrations
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 10:13pm - - KTR visits ailing BRS leader Kyama Mallesham
BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited senior party leader Kyama Mallesham at his LB Nagar residence on Tuesday and enquired about his health. Mallesham is recovering after treatment and surgery at Yashoda Hospital in Malakpet
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 10:00pm - - Government given last chance to explain land allotment to congress leader’s children
The Telangana High Court has given the State Government a last opportunity to explain its stand on the regularisation of land allotted to the son and daughter of senior Congress leader K. Kesava Rao at allegedly low rates
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 9:38pm - - Acumatica opens Global Capability Center in Hyderabad
Acumatica has opened a Global Capability Center in Hyderabad’s Nanakramguda with more than 30 employees. Initially focused on engineering, the centre will support product innovation, serve global customers and help the company expand its operations and capabilities in India
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 9:14pm - - The Gaudium School tops All India gymnastics championship
The Gaudium School clinched top honours at the All India Level-wise rhythmic and artistic gymnastics championship with 174 gold, 168 silver and 140 bronze medals. Hyfyers Gymnastics Academy finished second, while Gymnora secured third place in the medal tally
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:24pm - - World’s top cue sports stars gather for Heyball World Championships
Pune is set to host the $400,000 Apex Sports 3rd WPA Heyball World Championships, featuring six of the world’s top ten men and eight top-ten women. Pankaj Advani is among 26 Indians competing in the elite 128-player field
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:22pm - - NorthEast United FC beat FC1 3-1 to reach Durand Cup quarters
NorthEast United FC defeated FC1 3-1 in their final Group F fixture to enter the quarter-finals of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup with a perfect record. Parthib Gogoi scored twice, while Alaaeddine Ajaraie added the third goal
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 8:19pm - - BRS warns of Jala Soudha siege over move to scrap Telangana projects
BRS working president KT Rama Rao warned of a Jala Soudha siege if the Centre and Congress government do not boycott the GRMB meeting on reviewing permissions for seven Telangana projects. He also criticised the Centre and State government
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:46pm - - Riddhi Toro wins under-14 singles title at CBSE Cluster VII
TIME School’s Riddhi Toro won the under-14 singles title at the CBSE Cluster VII table tennis tournament in Eluru. She defeated Hetvika Kolli in the final, while TIME School finished runner-up in the girls under-14 team event
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:44pm - - Malkajgiri property owners get relief as Waqf Board moves to correct survey records
Nearly 10,000 Malkajgiri property owners may get relief after the Telangana Waqf Board clarified that several survey numbers listed under Malkajgiri actually belong to Mallapur Village. The Board has forwarded the matter for correction of the Gazette and necessary modification.
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:42pm - - Anugonda Sreemanya Reddy qualifies for ITF WTT W15K main draw
Hyderabad's 18-year-old Anugonda Sreemanya Reddy has qualified for the main draw of the ITF WTT W15K tournament in Astana, Kazakhstan. She defeated Xiaoyue Xuan of China and Ximena Senties of Mexico in the qualifying rounds to progress
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:40pm - - Expedite Metro Rail works in Old City, says Revanth Reddy
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed officials to expedite Old City Metro works and road widening along the MGBS-Chandrayangutta corridor. He also reviewed preparations for the Invest Telangana Global Summit in December and sought detailed reports on investments attracted
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:35pm - - British envoy unveils jersey for India-Spain grassroots football programme
British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen unveiled the jersey for the India-Spain International Grassroots Football Development Programme in Hyderabad. The initiative will focus on Under-14 players, providing professional coaching, talent identification and opportunities for advanced football training and exposure in Spain
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:31pm - - Amgen to open new Science and Innovation Centre at Hyderabad’s Genome Valley
Amgen plans to open a new Science and Innovation Center at Hyderabad’s Genome Valley, expanding its global research network. The facility will integrate experimental science, data and digital technologies to accelerate the discovery and development of innovative medicines for patients worldwide.
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - MLC Dasoju Sravan slams Congress government’s drought response, calls Varuna Yagam a diversion
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of failing to prepare for a possible drought despite warnings about El Nino. He criticised the lack of contingency plans, drought funds and irrigation measures, calling the Varuna Yagam an attempt to divert attention
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:27pm - - KTR helps rescue Warangal woman stranded in Muscat
BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao facilitated the rescue and return of a Warangal woman who was allegedly stranded in Muscat after being taken there on a tourist visa on the promise of securing a work visa
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 7:22pm -