- newAustralia-based techie with Hyderabad roots feared missing in Nepal flash floods
A techie from Australia with Hyderabad roots has gone missing after flash floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border region on August 26. Identified as K Suhasini Reddy, she had travelled to Nepal for a pilgrimage to Manasarovar.
- 3 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 12:51am - - newAIMIM sacks Mirza Rahmath Baig citing video leak controversy
The AIMIM has expelled Mirza Rahmath Baig from the party with immediate effect, citing an alleged video leak. The party’s Joint Secretary S.A. Hussain Anwar said Baig has been asked to resign from the Legislative Council, though no further details of the leak were disclosed.
- 3 hours ago 29 Aug 26, 12:39am - - newHyderabad police arrest Arjun Sharma in cheating case, execute extradition warrant in US murder probe
Hyderabad police have arrested Arjun Sharma, a Chennai native, in Agra in connection with a financial cheating case and executed a pending non-bailable warrant linked to an alleged murder in Maryland, USA. Sharma, accused of killing his colleague Nikitha Godishala in 2024 and later fleeing to India, has been remanded to judicial custody in Tihar Jail following coordination with FBI and Interpol.
- 5 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 10:37pm - - new14 illegal pump sets seized in SR Nagar raids, HMWSSB warns violators
The vigilance wing of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board seized 14 illegal mini pump sets during early morning raids in Khairatabad Zone. Officials said the use of motors to draw water from pipelines was disrupting supply.
- 6 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 10:00pm - - newRaidurg auction sees Rs 269 crore per acre record bid
The TGIIC has raised Rs 2,833.22 crore from two successive land auctions at Raidurg, underscoring Hyderabad’s growing appeal as a business hub. Plot P2 alone fetched Rs 1,447.22 crore at Rs 269 crore per acre, surpassing last week’s record bid for Plot P1.
- 6 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 9:41pm - - newCMC identifies 22 illegal constructions; 14 razed, six to face action
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation demolished 14 unauthorised buildings and issued notices to two others during an enforcement drive across three zones. Officials said six more structures would be taken up for demolition under prescribed procedures.
- 7 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 9:17pm - - newTraffic advisory issued for NEET‑PG candidates amid NMDC Hyderabad marathon on Aug 30
The Cyberabad Traffic Police has issued an advisory for NEET‑PG candidates as the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon is set to take place on August 30. With major stretches in the region expected to be affected between 5 am and 11.30 am.
- 7 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 8:46pm - - newNearly 14,000 passengers caught without valid tickets during SCR checks
The South Central Railway realised Rs 1.28 crore in revenue during a three‑day intensive ticket‑checking drive across its zone from August 24 to 26. Nearly 14,000 passengers were found travelling without valid tickets, while others faced penalties for littering, smoking and unauthorised hawking.
- 7 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 8:34pm - - newTelangana crime up 7.15 pc in 3 yrs; organised crime jumps 1,704 pc
Telangana has reported a 7.15 per cent rise in overall crime over the past three years, driven largely by organised crime, narcotics and traffic offences. While grave crimes, cybercrime and economic offences registered a decline, DGP CV Anand has directed officers to adopt data-driven strategies to counter emerging threats, with emphasis on organised networks and drug-related cases.
- 7 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - newNiloufer Hospital sees surge in children with viral fevers, flu‑like symptoms
Niloufer Hospital in Hyderabad is reporting a sharp rise in paediatric cases with flu-like symptoms, with nearly a hundred children admitted daily. Doctors attribute the surge to changing weather and high humidity, warning parents against self-medication.
- 8 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 7:45pm - - newIPACON 2026 to focus on diabetic foot care and limb salvage in Hyderabad
The Indian Podiatry Association will conduct IPACON 2026 in Moinabad on August 29 and 30, bringing together more than 400 delegates for discussions on diabetic foot care and limb salvage, with hands-on workshops covering advanced wound-care techniques.
- 8 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 7:24pm - - newOver 400 trees felled for SCB elevated corridor in Hyderabad
More than 400 trees have been felled at Bollarum for the SCB elevated corridor being constructed by HMDA from Gymkhana Grounds to near Shamirpet. Residents and commuters said the trees had provided shade for decades and changed the area’s character.
- 9 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 7:04pm - - newMIM MLC Mirza Rehmat Baig gets threat calls over morphed photos, deepfake videos
A case has been registered at the Hyderabad Cybercrime police station after MIM MLC Mirza Rehmat Baig complained of threatening calls. The callers allegedly demanded money and threatened to release morphed photographs and deepfake videos to cause embarrassment.
- 9 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 6:51pm - - newNMDC Hyderabad Marathon all set for weekend action
The 15th edition of the NMDC Hyderabad Marathon 2026 will feature 45 elite runners, including 10 international and 35 Indian athletes. The event offers substantial prize money, course and national record bonuses, with extensive traffic and security arrangements in place
- 9 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 6:28pm - - newHyderabad: Fire response time sparks concern after Tirumala Hills house blaze
A house fire in Puppalaguda’s Tirumala Hills has triggered concerns over fire services’ response time after social media posts alleged a 55-minute delay. Gachibowli Fire Station SHO N Srikanth said the tender reached the location within 20 minutes.
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- newTelangana records 15 percent rainfall deficit since June
Telangana has recorded a 15 percent rainfall deficit since June 1, with cumulative rainfall at 469.4 mm against the normal 551.6 mm. Sixteen districts are in the deficient category, while Greater Hyderabad has recorded a 20 percent deficit.
- 10 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 6:06pm - - newRTC sets up EV charging stations at two depots in Hyderabad region
The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation has initiated steps to establish EV charging stations at Ibrahimpatnam and Midhani depots as part of its efforts to expand electric bus services. The RTC currently operates around 458 electric buses in the region.
- 11 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 4:53pm - - newIndiGo Ventures invests in Sarvam as part of Series B funding round
IndiGo Ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of IndiGo, has invested in Sarvam as part of its Series B funding round. The investment will support AI-led innovation across customer experience, employee productivity and operational workflows at IndiGo.
- 11 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 4:31pm - - newHyderabad viral fever cases rise amid monsoon; doctors warn against antibiotic misuse
Doctors at Kamineni Hospitals have reported a rise in viral fevers, influenza-like illnesses and acute febrile conditions in Hyderabad amid monsoon humidity. They advised early testing for persistent fever, strict mosquito control, respiratory hygiene and avoiding indiscriminate antibiotic use.
- 12 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 3:39pm - - newNBEMS to conduct additional FMGE exam by October 2026
The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences will conduct an additional FMGE by October 2026 following protests by foreign medical graduates over the June exam. NBEMS also announced reforms covering question difficulty, fees and transparency in results.
- 12 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 3:20pm - - newHyderabad’s historic Char Kaman to undergo restoration, conservation and heritage lighting
Hyderabad’s historic Char Kaman, comprising four Qutb Shahi-era gateways near the Charminar, is set for comprehensive structural restoration and conservation. The project will include heritage-compatible repairs, structural strengthening and specialised night illumination while retaining the structures’ original architectural character.
- 13 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 3:10pm - - newHyderabad doctors warn Widal test may cause typhoid misdiagnosis amid viral fever surge
Doctors in Hyderabad are warning against the routine use of Widal tests amid a surge in viral fevers, saying the test can produce misleading results. They caution that unnecessary testing and treatment may cause anxiety and encourage indiscriminate antibiotic use.
- 15 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 12:28pm - - newKTR questions NCLT over reported 99.97 per cent waiver to Subhash Chandra
BRS working president KT Rama Rao questioned the reported NCLT approval of a Rs 6.5-crore payout by Subhash Chandra to settle Rs 22,006 crore in dues. He contrasted the reported settlement with action against ordinary borrowers facing financial difficulties.
- 17 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:11am - - newKTR calls for week-long BRS campaign against Congress over unfulfilled promises
BRS working president KT Rama Rao has announced a week-long Statewide campaign targeting the Congress government’s alleged failure to fulfil election promises. The programme includes protests, farmer conferences, rallies, meetings and representations highlighting pending welfare and development commitments across Telangana.
- 17 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 11:09am - - newR Praggnanandhaa becomes first Indian to win Grand Chess Tour title
Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa became the first Indian to win the Grand Chess Tour title after staging a remarkable comeback to beat Fabiano Caruana 15-13 in St. Louis, rallying from six points behind to clinch the USD 200,000 winner's purse
- 17 hours ago 28 Aug 26, 10:31am - - Commuters find KBR Park one-way loop less stressful
Motorists are gradually adapting to the one-way loop around KBR Park, saying the longer route is offset by smoother traffic and fewer snarls. However, commuters have flagged lane-change confusion and traffic slowdowns during peak hours near key junctions
- 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 12:34am - - KCR extends Raksha Bandhan greetings, calls brother-sister bond cherished
BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Raksha Bandhan greetings to the people of Telangana, describing the bond between brothers and sisters as timeless. He called for people to shun hatred and selfishness and embrace fraternity.
- 1 day ago 28 Aug 26, 12:10am - - Hyderabad: CM’s CPRO G Malsur faces criticism for attending Congress party meeting
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s CPRO G Malsur has faced criticism for attending a Congress party meeting at Gandhi Bhavan. The controversy intensified after Bhongir MP Chamala Kiran Kumar Reddy deleted an X post mentioning Malsur’s participation.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 11:16pm - - Telangana monitors Nepal floods as 23 persons identified for assistance
The Telangana government is monitoring the flood situation in Nepal after receiving 80 to 100 calls seeking information and assistance. Following verification, 23 persons in 20 cases have been identified for further coordination, with one person confirmed safe.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 11:03pm - - Abhishek’s blazing double ton lights up HCA C-Division league
M. Abhishek smashed a match-winning 216 off 142 balls as Sagar XI posted 372/9 before bowling out Satyam Colts for 87 in the HCA C-Division one-day league. Several other matches across the A, B and C divisions produced decisive results
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 10:57pm - - Telangana employees protest over PRC, EHS, pending DAs
Government employees, teachers and pensioners staged protests across Telangana on Thursday, demanding implementation of the PRC, EHS, six pending DAs and the Old Pension System. The TGEJAC warned of further action if the State government failed to resolve their demands.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 10:15pm - - 79-year-old retired teacher dies after motorcycle hits him in Shamshabad
A 79-year-old retired teacher died after being hit by a motorcycle while crossing the road near Peddashapur in Shamshabad on Thursday. Police said the rider was allegedly speeding and driving negligently, while the motorcycle had no registration number plate.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 10:01pm - - Singareni ready to partner with Karnataka GENCO in captive coal mines: Bhatti
Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka has proposed a joint venture between Singareni and KPCL to undertake mining in captive coal blocks secured by Karnataka in Chhattisgarh and Odisha, amid rising power demand and the need for assured supplies.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 9:52pm - - CWC calls crucial Telangana-Maharashtra meeting on Tummidihatti barrage on September 1
The Central Water Commission will hold a meeting on September 1 to review technical and inter-State issues concerning the proposed Tummidihatti Barrage. Telangana seeks a height of 152 metres, citing water availability and power costs associated with pumping.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 9:33pm - - Begumpet college hosts CEC workshop to promote MOOCs among academicians
The Government Degree College for Women, Begumpet, and CEC, New Delhi, organised an online workshop on MOOCs for academicians. The session focused on digital learning, CEC’s 172 MOOCs for July-December 2026, course structures, credit guidelines and coordinator responsibilities.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 9:06pm - - CMC identifies 146 unauthorised buildings, demolishes 47 after Anjaiah Nagar collapse
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation has identified 146 unauthorised buildings and demolished 47 in three days following the Anjaiah Nagar building collapse that killed two workers. On Thursday, officials identified 54 more buildings and demolished 21 across three zones.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 8:49pm - - Anjaiah Nagar incident: UFERWAS seeks accommodation for 30 evacuated families
UFERWAS has urged Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Sriajana to provide government accommodation for 30 families evacuated from two Gachibowli apartment complexes after an illegally constructed building collapsed. It also sought Rs 2 lakh for each affected family.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 8:29pm - - GHMC to organise ‘Project Udvasana’ to collect sacred waste material in 29 temples on August 29
The GHMC will organise Project Udvasana at 29 temples across six civic zones on August 29 to collect sacred waste. Citizens can deposit old idols, religious photographs, calendars and other items, which will be processed through sustainable recycling.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 8:27pm - - Hyderabad: KBR Park one-way system begins to ease traffic flow
The one-way traffic system around Hyderabad’s KBR Park has begun improving traffic flow, with motorists gradually adapting to the new arrangements. Traffic police said travel time has improved since August 18 and are coordinating with Google to update route information.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 8:06pm - - HMWSSB pipeline junction works cause disruption in water supply for 24 hours in Hyderabad
Water supply will be fully or partially disrupted or available at low pressure in several Hyderabad areas for 24 hours from 10 am on August 29. The disruption is due to Krishna pipeline junction work at Bandlaguda X Road
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 8:06pm - - Bastar’s tribal runners set to make their mark at Hyderabad Marathon
About 184 young tribal runners from remote areas of Chhattisgarh’s Bastar region will compete in the 15th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon on August 30. Supported by NMDC with training, equipment and logistics, the runners hope to showcase their athletic potential.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 7:52pm - - Hyderabad: ASBL Legacy launched at RTC X Roads with G+50 towers
ASBL has launched ASBL Legacy, a gated residential community at RTC X Roads in Central Hyderabad. Spread across 7.97 acres, the project will feature three G+50 towers, 3 and 4 BHK homes, over 50 amenities and a large clubhouse.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 7:44pm - - NABH-accredited hospitals show gains in digital maturity, efficiency: ISB white paper
An ISB white paper has found substantial improvements in digital maturity, operational efficiency and clinical decision-making among NABH-accredited hospitals. The study covered 20 hospitals and reported the average digital maturity score rising from 3.42 to 4.35 on a five-point scale.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 7:35pm - - Vera Vita Living enters India’s premium senior living sector with Hyderabad project
Vera Vita Living LLP has entered India’s premium senior living sector with Amaya, its flagship Hyderabad project. The company plans to invest Rs 600 crore over five years to develop hospitality-led senior living communities across key Indian cities.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 7:17pm - - BRS announces week-long protests against Congress ‘failure’ to fulfil promises
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- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 6:53pm - - Revanth Reddy reviews plans to develop Mir Alam Tank as tourism hub
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy inspected Mir Alam Tank and reviewed plans to develop its islands as relaxation centres, glamping sites and tourism attractions. Officials were directed to plan water sports, wedding destinations and better drainage while integrating the lake with Nehru Zoological Park.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 6:39pm - - Raksha Bandhan: Hyderabad bus stations witness rush as people head home
Hyderabad’s major bus stations, including MGBS and JBS, witnessed a surge in passenger rush ahead of Raksha Bandhan and the long weekend. TGSRTC has planned special buses from August 26 to 30 to manage demand on major routes.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 6:28pm - - Hyderabad mobile shops under scanner for unlocking phones without ownership checks
Mobile phone repair shops in Hyderabad are under scrutiny for allegedly unlocking devices without verifying customer identities or ownership. Cybercrime officials have warned technicians to check identification and IMEI details, amid concerns that stolen phones are being unlocked and security features bypassed
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:58pm - - ACB traps put police corruption under scanner in Telangana
A series of ACB traps against police personnel in Telangana has put alleged bribery under the spotlight. Personnel from constable to inspector ranks have been caught or booked in separate cases involving investigations, arrests, bail conditions and other police procedures.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:51pm - - Four CNS drugs to come under Schedule H1 controls amid abuse concerns
Four widely used Central Nervous System medications, including Zopiclone and Gabapentin, have been placed under Schedule H1 controls amid concerns over over-the-counter availability and off-label intoxication. Chemists will have to follow stricter prescription, record-keeping and warning-label requirements for these drugs.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:31pm - - Telangana SIR: What electors need to know before final roll
The Telangana Chief Electoral Office has begun serving SIR notices to electors whose enumeration forms have anomalies or lack mapping with the SIR 2002 list. Claims and objections can be filed until September 16, with the final roll due October 19
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:10pm - - Hyderabad Public School student selected for UC Santa Cruz Science Internship Program 2026
Hyderabad Public School Begumpet student Amolika Kaushal has been selected for the Science Internship Program 2026 at UC Santa Cruz with a 100% scholarship. She participated in advanced biology research on nutrition, clean water and gut health under university researchers.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:09pm - - Two Gurunanak College students killed, two injured in Ibrahimpatnam accident
Two Gurunanak College students were killed and two others injured after a speeding Ashok Leyland auto-rickshaw rammed into five students walking near JB Venture in Ibrahimpatnam on Wednesday night. Police registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 4:00pm - - 10 minutes delivery and 30 second RX, quick commerce platforms deliver medicines, triggering prescription-on-demand debate
Quick-commerce platforms are delivering prescription medicines within minutes, with some offering doctor-on-call services to generate digital prescriptions. While consumers welcome the convenience, pharmacists and public health experts warn of rubber-stamp consultations, self-medication, antimicrobial resistance and regulatory accountability concerns
- 1 day ago 27 Aug 26, 3:56pm - - Hyderabad Police warn people against fake doctors
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned people against fake doctors providing treatment without proper qualifications. Police have identified 12 fake medical practitioners and initiated legal action, while citizens have been advised to verify doctors’ credentials before seeking treatment.
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 3:43pm - - Teenage girl dies by suicide on railway tracks in Hyderabad
A teenage girl from Kachiguda died by suicide on railway tracks near Uppuguda railway station after reportedly being reprimanded by her father for spending excessive time on her mobile phone. Railway police registered a case and are investigating the incident.
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 3:36pm - - T-Hub, Honda Digital Innovation India launch Honda Innovation Challenge 2.0
T-Hub and Honda Digital Innovation India have launched Honda Innovation Challenge 2.0, a year-long programme for Indian startups. Three challenges will offer selected startups funding of up to Rs 40 lakh each to develop mobility and customer experience solutions.
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 3:22pm - - Harish Rao placed under house arrest ahead of Warangal visit
BRS Legislature Party deputy leader T Harish Rao was placed under house arrest in Hyderabad ahead of his visit to Warangal to support students protesting against G.O. 97, which proposes merging polytechnic education with Young India Skills University.
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 10:40am - - Student killed, two critical as mini van rams into group in Ibrahimpatnam
A Tata mini van rammed into engineering students near Guru Nanak College, Ibrahimpatnam, killing one and critically injuring two others.
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 9:01am - - Telangana Group-III question papers end up as plates at bakery
Some individuals who visited the bakery found that paper plates being used to serve snacks were made from the question papers belonging to the Group-III exam, which was conducted for recruitment to 1,363 vacancies in 2024
- 2 days ago 27 Aug 26, 12:12am - - Telangana sets up helpline for residents stranded in flood-hit Nepal
Coordination Centre at Telangana Bhavan in New Delhi will coordinate with the Ministry of External Affairs, the Indian Embassy in Kathmandu and other authorities to facilitate assistance
- 2 days ago 26 Aug 26, 10:33pm - - Iconic Paigah Palace loses greenery for multi-level underground parking
Hyderabad’s historic Paigah Palace at Begumpet has lost 23 trees as HMDA takes up a three-level underground parking facility. The trees, including neem and mango, were removed for translocation to Sanjeevaiah Park, while renovation works continue at the palace.
- 2 days ago 26 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - Hyderabad: Attapur Police arrest automobile thief, recover Hyundai i20 and laptop
Attapur Police arrested automobile thief Syed Mazher alias Takla and recovered a Hyundai i20 Asta car and laptop from his possession. Police said the accused, a habitual offender, stole the vehicle after taking keys kept near a valet counter.
- 2 days ago 26 Aug 26, 8:28pm - - Roger Federer hints at possible return after emotional US Open appearance
Roger Federer made an emotional return to Arthur Ashe Stadium during the US Open 2026 Legends match. The Swiss great thanked fans for their support and hinted at another appearance on court, saying John McEnroe’s longevity had inspired him
- 2 days ago 26 Aug 26, 8:15pm - - India name 23-member squad for AFC U20 Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers
India have named a 23-player squad for the AFC U20 Asian Cup China 2027 Qualifiers in Tashkent. The Blue Colts will face Syria, hosts Uzbekistan and Bangladesh in Group B after playing four friendlies earlier this month
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