- newHyderabad traffic police book 1,940 drivers without valid licences
Hyderabad Traffic Police booked 1,940 motorists driving without valid licences during a special enforcement drive from March 1–7. Offenders were charged under the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988. Police warned that unlicensed driving raises accident risks and may affect insurance claims.
- 1 min ago 7 Mar 26, 8:13pm - - newMalkajgiri cybercrime police arrest five in online investment fraud cases
The Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police arrested five persons across Gujarat, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu in connection with three online investment frauds. Victims were lured via fake apps and WhatsApp groups, with losses running into crores; Rs 12.54 lakh was refunded.
- 9 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 8:05pm - - newMalkajgiri Municipal Corporation launches WhatsApp number for complaints
Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has launched a WhatsApp facility to allow citizens to register complaints related to garbage, green waste and overflowing bins. Residents can send photos and location details to the designated number for quick action by civic officials.
- 12 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 8:02pm - - newIPEMA–Poultry India celebrates Women’s Day, honours women leaders
IPEMA–Poultry India celebrated International Women’s Day in Hyderabad, recognising the growing role of women in the poultry sector and allied industries. The event honoured women leaders and also announced that Poultry India Expo 2026 will be held from November 25 to 27.
- 20 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 7:54pm - - newWoman alleges harassment by short film director in Jubilee Hills
A 23-year-old aspiring actor from Kakinada alleged that a short film director cheated and harassed her in Hyderabad under the pretext of offering a web series role. Jubilee Hills police have registered a case and started an investigation.
- 25 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 7:49pm - - newWatch: Telangana temperatures may hit 40°C: IMD issues heat alert for Hyderabad and 25 districts
Temperatures across Telangana may touch 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days. The IMD has issued a heat advisory for several districts including Hyderabad. Here’s what’s causing the heat and how to stay safe.
- 35 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 7:39pm - - newMLRIT Bags Van Mahotsav Award for the 4th Consecutive Year
MLR Institute of Technology (MLRIT) has received the Van Mahotsav Award 2025 for the fourth year in a row, recognising its continued dedication to environmental sustainability. The award was presented at the CII Telangana State Annual Meeting 2025–26 in Hyderabad.
- 35 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 7:39pm - - newFinancial independence key for women’s dignity, says KT Rama Rao
BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged young women to prioritise financial independence while addressing an International Women’s Day event in Serilingampally. He also called for greater representation of women in politics and highlighted welfare schemes launched during the previous BRS government.
- 49 mins ago 7 Mar 26, 7:25pm - - newWomen lead the way in taraweeh prayers across Hyderabad during Ramadan
Since the sighting of Ramzan, hijab-clad women across Hyderabad have been attending taraweeh prayers in large numbers at mosques, madrasas, and community halls. Local groups and seminary students are playing a key role in organising these congregations for women.
- 1 hour ago 7 Mar 26, 7:00pm - - newIndian women outpace men in AI confidence and skill-building at work, LinkedIn data shows
LinkedIn research shows Indian women professionals are leading in AI adoption, with nine in 10 confident using AI tools and 35 percent actively learning AI skills. Women founders also report higher optimism and drive digital transformation in their businesses.
- 1 hour ago 7 Mar 26, 6:58pm - - newHyderabad Collector Harichandana Dasari leads cleanliness drive at Collectorate
Hyderabad District Collector Harichandana Dasari participated in a cleanliness drive at the Collectorate complex in Lakdikapul under a 99-day action plan. Officials were directed to remove old files, abandoned vehicles, and electronic waste with support from GHMC.
- 1 hour ago 7 Mar 26, 6:45pm - - new130 CPI (Maoist) cadres surrender before Telangana CM Revanth Reddy
A total of 130 CPI (Maoist) cadres surrendered before Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, handing over 124 weapons. The government assured support for rehabilitation and urged Maoists still underground to surrender and lead a normal life.
- 3 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 5:27pm - - newFour held in Secunderabad for making adulterated ginger-garlic paste
The Secunderabad Task Force and local police arrested four persons in Lalaguda for preparing and selling adulterated ginger-garlic paste in unhygienic conditions. Police seized 1,915 kg of adulterated products and materials used in the illegal food preparation unit.
- 3 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:55pm - - newTelangana summer: Health dept, IMD Hyderabad issue dos and don’ts as heat rises
Multiple districts in Telangana, including Hyderabad, are expected to witness a surge in daytime temperatures with the mercury likely to touch 40 degrees Celsius in the coming days. IMD officials say it is not yet a heatwave, but authorities have issued precautions.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:35pm - - newChief Minister Revanth Reddy launches ‘Stand With Her’ campaign to prevent harassment of women
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy launched the ‘Stand With Her’ campaign initiated by Telangana Police to encourage men to intervene safely and report harassment of women. The initiative promotes prevention-led policing and community participation to improve women’s safety.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:25pm -
- newNew Amrit Bharat Express to connect Nagercoil and Charlapalli soon
A new Amrit Bharat Express connecting Nagercoil in Tamil Nadu and Charlapalli will be launched soon. The train will run with Sleeper and General Second Class coaches and pass through Andhra Pradesh, improving affordable rail connectivity across Tamil Nadu, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:15pm - - newRevanth Reddy admits gaps in women’s security, launches ‘Stand With Her’ campaign
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said it reflects poorly on any government if women feel unsafe stepping out. Launching the ‘Stand with Her’ campaign, he warned about rising cyber harassment and urged youth to support women’s rights and safety.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 4:06pm - - newDTF demands Telangana Govt strengthen SCERT
The Democratic Teachers Federation urged the Telangana government to strengthen SCERT as a research-driven academic institution. It sought departmental restructuring, compulsory field engagement for faculty, and immediate recruitment to address faculty shortages in teacher education institutions.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 3:56pm - - newSreenidhi University launches ‘Sreenidhi School of Business’
Sreenidhi University has launched the Sreenidhi School of Business to redefine management education for a changing global economy. The event featured leadership addresses, a presentation on reimagining management education, and a panel discussion with industry experts on emerging technologies.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 3:56pm - - newConman held in Secunderabad for cheating victims with fake loan promises
Ramgopalpet police arrested a man accused of cheating several people by promising to arrange bank loans. The accused collected large processing fees from victims. Police seized cash and a car and froze bank funds during the investigation.
- 4 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 3:45pm - - newFire at Somajiguda liquor outlet; property gutted, no casualties
A fire broke out at a liquor outlet on Raj Bhavan Road, Somajiguda, in the early hours of Saturday, destroying property worth several lakhs. No casualties were reported.
- 9 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 11:11am - - newCyberabad police bust prostitution racket in Kukatpally
Cyberabad police raided two houses in Kukatpally on Saturday, uncovering a prostitution racket. Two organisers and five customers were arrested, while two women were rescued.
- 10 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 10:40am - - newTelangana: ATM theft reported at Gaddapotharam municipality in Sangareddy
Unidentified miscreants broke open a Vakrangee ATM at Gaddapotharam municipality in Sangareddy district early Saturday and fled with Rs 1.60 lakh. Jinnaram police registered a case and began investigation with forensic evidence and CCTV footage analysis.
- 11 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 9:37am - - newHeat alert issued as Telangana braces for sharp rise in daytime temperatures
The IMD has forecast daytime temperatures of 36°C to 40°C across nearly 25 districts in Telangana in the coming days. The Health Department issued an advisory urging precautions, hydration and reduced outdoor activity to prevent heat-related illnesses.
- 11 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 9:29am - - newIndia vs England semifinal sets digital viewership record
The India vs England T20 World Cup semifinal in Mumbai set a new world record for digital viewership, with 65.2 million peak concurrency on JioHotstar. ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the milestone as a proud moment for global cricket
- 20 hours ago 7 Mar 26, 12:02am - - newFormer Olympian Syed Habibul Hassan passes away in Hyderabad
Former Olympian Syed Habibul Hassan, popularly known as Hamid, passed away in Hyderabad at 85. He represented India at the 1960 Rome Olympics and played for several clubs. Telangana Football Association and former players paid tributes to the football legend
- 20 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:52pm - - newTelangana Postal Dept’s State level Dak Adalat to be held on March 23
The Chief Postmaster General, Telangana Circle, will conduct an online Dak Adalat on March 23 to hear customer service complaints related to India Post. Public grievances can be submitted to the postal department before March 13, according to an official release
- 21 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:37pm - - newGleneagles Hospitals performs advanced tricuspid valve repair on 75-year-old
Surgeons at Gleneagles Hospitals successfully performed Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Edge-to-Edge Repair on a 75-year-old patient with severe tricuspid regurgitation and heart failure, using the indigenously developed MyClip system that offers a minimally invasive alternative to open-heart surgery
- 21 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:33pm - - newAIG Hospitals launches ZAP-X platform for non-invasive brain tumor treatment
AIG Hospitals in Hyderabad has launched the ZAP-X Gyroscopic Neuro-Radiosurgery Platform for treating brain tumors and complex neurological disorders without open surgery. The system delivers highly precise radiation, enabling painless, non-invasive treatment without hospital stay
- 21 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:21pm - - newDefence puts up signboard at Trimulgherry football ground, restricts entry
The Local Military Authority has declared the Trimulgherry football ground in Secunderabad Cantonment a protected area and put up a warning signboard as compound wall works continue. Regular players say entry has been restricted and football practice has been halted
- 21 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 11:08pm - - newED attaches Rs 441.63 crore assets in AP Liquor Scam
The Enforcement Directorate has provisionally attached movable and immovable assets worth Rs 441.63 crore in connection with the alleged Andhra Pradesh liquor scam. The agency said illegal commissions were collected and routed through shell companies before being invested in properties
- 22 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 10:42pm - - newMan jailed in child sexual abuse case
A local court in Hyderabad sentenced a Bahadurpura resident to three years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually harassing a 10-year-old girl in Shahinayathgunj in 2023. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 5000 after police registered a case and arrested him
- 22 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 10:40pm - - newFour injured in helium balloon explosion
Four persons were seriously injured after a large helium gas balloon arranged for a Holi event reportedly drifted into Brahma Kumaris’ Shanti Sarovar premises in Gachibowli and exploded. Police have booked organiser Rahul for alleged negligence and started an investigation
- 22 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 10:37pm - - newSlum voters made Prakash Goud MLA, not apartment residents: Revanth Reddy
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said Rajendranagar MLA T Prakash Goud was elected with the support of slum dwellers amid the Madhu Park Bridge controversy. He defended land acquisition for infrastructure projects and inaugurated the Himayathsagar Eco Park near Hyderabad
- 22 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 10:10pm - - newBRS demands Rs 1 crore ex-gratia for Tolichowki tragedy victims
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded Rs 1 crore ex gratia for the families of two migrant workers killed in a scaffolding collapse at an under-construction building in Tolichowki. He also sought treatment for the injured and action against the builder
- 23 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 9:15pm - - newSouth Western Railway revises Vande Bharat timings at Hindupur
South Western Railway has revised the timings of the Kacheguda–Yesvantpur Vande Bharat Express at Hindupur station. The new schedule will come into effect from March 15, with changes made to improve operational efficiency and punctuality of the service.
- 23 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:47pm - - newCyber criminals using AI deepfake videos to cheat people of crores
Cyber criminals are increasingly using Artificial Intelligence to carry out sophisticated frauds through deepfake videos, scam calls and phishing attacks. Telangana Cyber Security Bureau officials warn people to verify financial schemes carefully as AI-driven cyber crimes continue to increase.
- 24 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:42pm - - newPeak demand reaches 11,129 MW in Southern DISCOM jurisdiction
Electricity demand in Telangana is rising rapidly as temperatures increase. The State recorded a demand of 18,139 MW on March 3, while TGSPDCL logged 11,129 MW. Officials attribute the surge to rabi crop consumption and higher household and industrial usage
- 24 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:38pm - - newGHMC launches e-Waste collection centre and Mirror Library in Masab Tank
GHMC has launched an e-Waste collection centre and a Mirror Library at Chacha Nehru Park in Masab Tank to promote safe recycling of electronic waste and encourage reading among residents. The initiative was inaugurated by Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar.
- 24 hours ago 6 Mar 26, 8:14pm - - Family of brain-dead realtor donates organs through Jeevandan in Hyderabad
Family members of 53-year-old realtor Guntakandla Karunakar Reddy from Rangareddy district donated his organs after he was declared brain dead at a Hyderabad hospital. The lungs and liver were retrieved and allocated to needy patients under the State-run Jeevandan initiative.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 8:08pm - - Degree student who left Ghatkesar hostel marries boyfriend in Vikarabad
A 19-year-old degree student from a Social Welfare Women’s Degree College hostel in Ghatkesar, reported missing after leaving without permission on March 4, was later found to have married her boyfriend in Vikarabad district. Police are verifying further details.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 8:00pm - - CCS books five private bank employees for Rs 70 crore fraud
Hyderabad Central Crime Station registered a case against five employees of Unity Small Finance Bank for allegedly siphoning nearly Rs 70 crore by manipulating loan sanctions and repayment records. The fraud, detected during an internal audit, reportedly involved around 1000 loan accounts.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 7:48pm - - Telangana facing financial constraints, says Revanth Reddy
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said Telangana faces financial constraints and asked government employees to strengthen tax collection. He highlighted the burden of retirement benefits and urged officials to ensure welfare schemes and ration cards reach eligible beneficiaries
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 7:39pm - - Harish Rao calls Telangana govt’s 99-day action plan as diversion exercise
BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government’s 99-day action plan Praja Palana–Pragati Pranalika, calling it a publicity exercise to divert attention from governance failures, unfulfilled promises, farmer issues, job delays and shortcomings in key sectors such as health and education
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 7:29pm - - Gudelli Srujana from Telangana clears UPSC with 55th rank
Gudelli Srujana from Telangana secured the 55th rank in the UPSC Civil Services Examination 2025. Currently serving as a DSP under training, she emerged as one of the top performers, while several candidates from Telugu-speaking States also figured in the rank list.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 5:37pm - - Cyberabad police book cheating case over Rs 9.66 crore land fraud
Cyberabad Economic Offences Wing officials booked a cheating case against four persons and a real estate firm for allegedly duping buyers of Rs 9.66 crore by selling prohibited land in Khanamet. Police are investigating the money trail and the scale of the fraud.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 5:30pm - - PJTAU to host mega women farmers mela in Hyderabad on March 8 and 9
Around 10,000 women farmers will gather at Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University in Hyderabad for the first-ever Mega Women Rythu Mela on March 8 and 9, where experts will discuss sustainable farming, reduced pesticide use, crop rotation, and soil health management.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 5:00pm - - Medical Devices Park expansion in Telangana faces prolonged delay
More than two years after the Congress government took office in Telangana, expansion of the Medical Devices Park at Sultanpur has not progressed. Officials are still identifying land even as the existing facility remains nearly fully occupied.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 4:53pm - - Commodore Sujay Kapoor (Retd) assumes charge as Director (Production) of BDL
Commodore Sujay Kapoor (Retd) has taken charge as Director (Production) at Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a premier Defence PSU under the Ministry of Defence. With over three decades of service in the Indian Navy, he brings extensive expertise in armament production, indigenisation, and strategic defence studies.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 4:07pm - - Begumpet bomb scare: Police confirm hoax after intensive search at Met office
An email warning of a bomb at the Meteorological Centre in Begumpet, Hyderabad, caused panic and led to the evacuation of staff on Friday morning. Police and bomb disposal squads conducted thorough searches but confirmed the absence of explosives.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 3:58pm - - Lord Yama takes over Hyderabad city signals to promote road safety
The Hyderabad Traffic Police have launched a unique road safety campaign by deploying actors dressed as Lord Yama Dharma Raju at busy junctions. The initiative, in collaboration with NGOs, aims to create a psychological impact on violators by blending cultural symbolism with enforcement.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 3:42pm - - Telangana JAC stages protest at Charminar against attacks on Iran
Protests continued in Hyderabad on Friday condemning the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The Telangana Joint Action Committee organised a demonstration at Charminar after Friday prayers.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 3:31pm - - Telangana strengthens push for smart, green and net-zero development at IGBC Green Telangana Summit 2026
The CII Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) hosted the 2nd Green Telangana Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, and sustainability experts.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 3:10pm - - University of Hyderabad students present sustainable living models
The University of Hyderabad’s Department of Education and Education Technology organised an ‘Exhibition of Sustainable Models’ under its Sustainable Club initiative.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 2:49pm - - Hyderabad: Intermediate student dies by suicide amid exam stress
A 17-year-old Intermediate student allegedly died by suicide at his residence in Chiryala village, Keesara, Hyderabad. Police said he was distressed after struggling with three examinations.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 1:12pm - - Four injured as SUV overturns near Shamshabad airport road
A speeding SUV overturned on the airport road near Shamshabad, injuring four people including the driver. Police said the vehicle lost control and hit a divider, causing it to flip.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 1:08pm - - KTR extends financial support to senior video journalist’s family
BRS working president KT Rama Rao has provided financial assistance of Rs 5 lakh to the family of senior video journalist Damodar, who died of a heart attack in December.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 12:46pm - - Hyderabad: Kukatpally resident ends life over online betting losses
A 37-year-old private employee, Venkateshwara Reddy, died by suicide at his residence in Kukatpally, Hyderabad, after suffering severe financial losses through online betting applications.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 12:24pm - - Metformin quandary : Brain shield or B12 thief?
Metformin, widely prescribed for diabetes, is now being studied for its potential to rejuvenate the brain by activating the hypothalamus and reducing toxic proteins. However, long-term use has been linked to Vitamin B12 deficiency, which elevates homocysteine levels and increases the risk of stroke.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 12:18pm - - Public health alert: Stolen insulin batch of Sanofi may be unsafe for use due to storage risks
The CDSCO has issued a public advisory after a batch of Sanofi’s Lantus SoloStar insulin was stolen during transit from Odisha to Kolkata. Authorities warn that improper storage outside the 2–8°C cold chain could compromise the drug’s safety and efficacy.
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 11:31am - - ED raids against Reliance Power Ltd. in Mumbai, Hyderabad
The Enforcement Directorate conducted searches at multiple locations in Mumbai and Hyderabad in a money laundering probe linked to Reliance Power and businessman Anil Ambani. Around 15 teams searched 10–12 premises connected to the company and its executives
- 1 day ago 6 Mar 26, 10:23am - - Galaxy S26 Series sales begin at Master Telecommunications in Hyderabad
Deliveries of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series began in Hyderabad as pre-booked customers collected their smartphones from a retail outlet in Punjagutta. The new lineup features AI tools, improved performance and the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s built-in Privacy Display
- 2 days ago 6 Mar 26, 12:48am - - Hyderabad Winter Races 2025-26 to begin March 9
The Board of Directors and Stewards of the Hyderabad Race Club have announced that the Hyderabad Winter Races 2025-26 season will commence from March 9. The racing season will begin on Monday at the club’s race course
- 2 days ago 6 Mar 26, 12:31am - - HCA reviews arrangements for IPL matches in Hyderabad
Hyderabad Cricket Association officials held the first pre-planning meeting for IPL 2026 at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Discussions focused on security, crowd management, traffic regulation and coordination with police and other departments ahead of the tournament starting on March 28
- 2 days ago 6 Mar 26, 12:29am - - Aaron George felicitated by South Central Railway officials
Under-19 World Cup winner Aaron George was felicitated by South Central Railway Divisional Railway Manager Santosh Kumar Varma in Hyderabad. George played a key role in India’s campaign, scoring a match-winning century against Afghanistan in the semifinal
- 2 days ago 6 Mar 26, 12:26am -