- newBITS Pilani Hyderabad campus to host ATMoS ’26 from Oct 23
ATMoS ’26, the annual techno-management festival of BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus, will be held from October 23 to 25, featuring over 100 student technology projects, an AI hackathon, combat robot battles and drone racing competitions.
- 4 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 8:58pm - - newThe Most Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Traffic Penalties in Hyderabad
Hyderabad’s traffic enforcement increasingly relies on cameras and digital challans. Motorists can reduce penalties by obeying signals, wearing helmets, avoiding phone use and wrong-side driving, maintaining valid documents, updating registration contact details, and checking or disputing challans through official channels
- 4 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 8:44pm - - newHeavy traffic at Pantangi toll plaza as commuters return to cities after Dasara
Vehicular traffic spiked significantly on the Vijayawada–Hyderabad highway at the Pantangi toll plaza in Choutuppal as thousands returned home post-Dasara. The surge comes ahead of the reopening of schools and colleges on October 22 following the festive holidays
- 5 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 7:54pm - - newSix-lane Allwyn-Miyapur flyover project threatens over 350 trees in Cyberabad
The proposed six-lane bidirectional flyover on the Allwyn-Miyapur X Road corridor in Cyberabad has raised concerns over the likely removal of more than 350 mature trees. While authorities say the project is essential to ease heavy traffic and accommodate future growth, residents and environmentalists warn of the ecological impact and the loss of a long-established urban canopy.
- 5 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 7:48pm - - newAll eyes on KRMB, GRMB meetings next week amid ongoing water crisis
The KRMB and GRMB will meet on October 26 and 30 to discuss water sharing, reservoir management and disputes between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Key issues include competing Krishna allocations, telemetry equipment, board funding and the Polavaram project’s backwater impact
- 5 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 7:32pm - - newPrehistoric grooves and rock art discovered at Mrugavani National Park near Hyderabad
Four rock grooves of possible prehistoric significance have been identified near the Banda Juvvi Watch Tower in Mrugavani National Park, Chilkur, by historian Dr Satyanarayana Dyavanapalli during a safari visit.
- 5 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 7:26pm - - newBRS leader slams Congress over delay in restoring Kaleshwaram water supply
BRS Minority Cell General Secretary Abdul Muqeet Chanda has criticised the Congress government over the delay in restoring Kaleshwaram water supply. He alleged that political considerations have overshadowed farmers’ irrigation needs amid concerns over rainfall and agricultural prospects.
- 6 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 6:50pm - - newMega job mela to be held in Madhapur on October 26
A mega job mela will be held at Butta Convention in Madhapur on October 26 from 8 am to 1 pm. Candidates with at least an SSC qualification can attend preliminary interviews for opportunities across multiple sectors. Entry is free.
- 6 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 6:45pm - - newDRI arrests five in alleged gold smuggling case
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrested five persons in an alleged foreign-origin gold smuggling case involving a route from Bangladesh to Hyderabad via Kolkata. Officers recovered three gold bars weighing about 3.1 kg and seized foreign currency during the operation.
- 7 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 5:35pm - - newNiranjan Reddy challenges Congress to lift Srisailam water for PRLIS
BRS leader S Niranjan Reddy challenged the Congress government to lift available water from Srisailam and address farmers’ concerns under PRLIS. He cited earlier interlinking works, questioned delays and tender cancellations, and demanded action on stalled project works.
- 7 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 5:32pm - - newGHSPCA rescues four Palapitta birds during Dasara
GHSPCA rescued four Indian Roller birds from different parts of Hyderabad during Dasara following reports of illegal captivity. Three were declared fit for release, while a fourth with a broken beak remains under veterinary care as activists urge responsible celebrations.
- 7 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 5:30pm - - newJalpally residents flag civic woes nearly a year after GHMC merger
Residents of Jalpally Circle continue to report inadequate street lighting, poor sewerage infrastructure, unfinished roads and irregular garbage clearance nearly a year after the municipality merged with GHMC. They have called for urgent action to improve basic civic amenities.
- 7 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 5:10pm - - newIAF Chief AP Singh completes final sortie with first flying instructor
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh completed his final sortie in uniform in a Kiran trainer at Dundigal on Tuesday, flying alongside his first instructor, Wing Commander VS Kochar. The 55-minute flight brought his flying journey in IAF aircraft full circle.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:40pm - - newBharat Biotech arm Nucelion partners with VeGen Bio on CAR-T therapy
Nucelion Therapeutics, a Bharat Biotech subsidiary, has partnered with VeGen Bio to manufacture VL-2511, a dual-target CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma. The collaboration will focus on technology transfer, manufacturing scale-up and cost optimisation to support wider access in India.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:35pm - - newAmazon Influencer Programme doubles to over 2 lakh creators
Amazon says its Influencer Programme has doubled year-on-year to more than two lakh creators. Participants can tag products on YouTube and Pinterest, earn commissions on qualifying purchases and help shoppers discover products, as creator-led commerce gains momentum during the festive season.
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- newKrafton launches Battlin platform for competitive gaming
Krafton has launched Battlin, a platform designed to simplify competitive gaming tournaments in India. Players can discover competitions, register and track results, while organisers can manage events through integrated tools. Battlin Open Season 1 begins on November 2.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:26pm - - newSindoor Khela marks Durga Puja finale across Hyderabad
The Bengali community across Hyderabad and Secunderabad marked the culmination of Durga Puja with Sindoor Khela on Wednesday. Married women exchanged vermilion and sweets at prominent pandals, while community associations hosted gatherings featuring traditional rituals, dhak beats and Bijoya greetings.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:21pm - - newIndian students planning UK education urged to verify university licences
Indian students planning to study in the UK are being advised to check university sponsor licences before committing funds. Tighter compliance rules, revised assessment thresholds and the revocation of one institution’s licence highlight the importance of verifying current sponsor status.
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:16pm - - newAndhra para-athlete Ravi Rongali claims shot put bronze in Japan
Ravi Rongali won bronze in the men’s shot put F40 final at the Para Asian Games in Japan with a 10.02-metre throw. The TOPS athlete from Andhra Pradesh overcame financial hardship and family sacrifices to build a successful para-athletics career
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:11pm - - newYouth dies after being hit by lorry during highway fight
A young man died after being hit by a passing truck during a clash among four youths near a wine shop at Aushapur in Ghatkesar on Tuesday. Ghatkesar police registered a case and are investigating the incident
- 8 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:03pm - - newHigh alcohol use in Telangana raises public health concerns
NFHS-6 data show that 43.9 per cent of men aged 15 and above in Telangana report consuming alcohol, compared with 18.9 per cent nationally. Rural areas record higher prevalence, highlighting the need for targeted public health interventions addressing alcohol-related risks.
- 9 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 4:00pm - - newTension prevails over attack by followers of Premsagar Rao, arrest of Jaganmohan Rao in Mancherial
Tension prevailed in Mancherial on Wednesday amid a reported attack on Jaganmohan Rao’s residence and his arrest. Police deployed additional personnel as rival groups faced off following earlier clashes linked to allegations involving crackers during Saddula Bathukamma celebrations.
- 11 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 1:07pm - - newHyderabad traffic diversions announced for Durga Matha idol immersion
Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions from Wednesday afternoon until October 24 morning for Durga Matha idol immersion at People’s Plaza, Garden Point, Jalavihar and Sanjeevaiah Park. Restrictions will affect key junctions and routes around Khairatabad, the Secretariat and Tank Bund.
- 12 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 12:43pm - - newHyderabad: Sindoor Khela marks culmination of Durga Puja celebrations
Members of Hyderabad’s Bengali community marked the culmination of Durga Puja with Sindoor Khela rituals across the twin cities on Wednesday. Women in traditional attire exchanged vermilion and sweets, while community associations hosted celebrations at prominent pandals and venues.
- 12 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 12:30pm - - newHyderabad: Police Commemoration Day observed at Goshamahal
Police Commemoration Day was observed at Goshamahal in Hyderabad on Wednesday with a Police Flag Day parade honouring personnel who died in the line of duty. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy attended the programme as the chief guest.
- 14 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 10:50am - - newKushaiguda RTC women conductors allege pressure to take leave when drivers are absent
Women conductors at Hyderabad’s Kushaiguda RTC depot alleged that they were prevented from signing the attendance register and pressured to take leave when drivers were absent. Depot officials denied the allegation and said the conductors would receive their full salaries.
- 14 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 10:44am - - newHyderabad: 25-year-old man found dead in Kushaiguda lodge
A 25-year-old man identified as Kiran was found dead in a lodge in Hyderabad’s Kushaiguda on Wednesday. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and gathering details about his recent activities.
- 16 hours ago 21 Oct 26, 8:55am - - Hyderabad: Three arrested after truss collapse kills student, injures 22 at MVSR college
Adibatla police arrested three persons in connection with an iron truss collapse at a Dandiya event at MVSR Engineering College in Nadargul on October 17. The incident killed student Narayanadas Sona Chilikti and injured 22 others. Five persons remain absconding.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 6:22pm - - KTR, Harish Rao extend Dasara greetings to Telangana
BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao extended Dasara greetings to Telangana, highlighting the festival’s cultural significance, the worship of the Jammi tree and the sighting of the Palapitta. They wished people well-being, prosperity and success.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 5:50pm - - KCR celebrates Dasara with family, BRS leaders at Erravelli residence
BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao celebrated Dasara at his Erravalli residence on Tuesday, offering prayers to the Shami tree and performing traditional vehicle and weapons pujas. Family members, party leaders and office staff attended the celebrations.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 5:43pm - - Hyderabad zoo draws nearly 22,000 visitors on Dussehra holiday
Nearly 22,000 people visited Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park on the Dussehra holiday. Recent additions include two male mandrills and three zebras, while kangaroos, wallabies, ring-tailed lemurs and a cassowary are expected from Vantara.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 5:38pm - - Yadadri thermal plant synchronises 800 MW Unit 5 as Coal India agrees to coal supply
Yadadri Thermal Power Plant’s 800 MW Unit 5 has been synchronised with the grid. Coal India has agreed in principle to supply 50 lakh tonnes annually from Odisha, while the formal agreement remains pending and the plant reportedly has five days of coal stock.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 5:34pm - - UP man dies under suspicious circumstances in Hyderabad’s Moosa Nagar
A man from Uttar Pradesh died under suspicious circumstances after reportedly falling from a two-storey building in Moosa Nagar under the Chaderghat police limits.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 5:18pm - - HMWSSB fixes damaged Krishna phase-II pipeline valve, restores drinking water supply
HMWSSB restored drinking water supply to affected parts of Hyderabad after repairing a damaged air valve on the Krishna Drinking Water Supply Scheme Phase-II pipeline near Nagole Metro Station. The valve was damaged when a car crashed into its safety barricade, causing a major water leak.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 4:44pm - - Woman killed, another critically injured as truck hits motorcycle in Bandlaguda Jagir
A woman died and another person was critically injured after a truck allegedly lost control and rammed a motorcycle near Kali Mandir in Bandlaguda Jagir, Hyderabad. Police suspect driver negligence and have launched an investigation.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 4:02pm - - Hyderabad CP Sajjanar urges public to protect Palapittas during Dasara
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar appealed to the public to protect Palapittas, Telangana's state bird, during Dasara and avoid capturing, caging or trading them. He urged citizens to report cases of confinement and warned that harming protected birds could invite legal action under the Wildlife (Protection) Act.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 3:30pm - - Three held by Malakpet police for alleged deer hunting in Karnataka
Three Malakpet residents were arrested for allegedly hunting deer in Karnataka using a licensed sporting rifle. Police intercepted their vehicle in Hyderabad and seized the firearm, ammunition, night-vision equipment and mobile phones.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 1:40pm - - IAF Chief AP Singh flies Kiran aircraft at Dundigal Air Force Academy
IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh flew a Kiran trainer aircraft at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal near Hyderabad ahead of his retirement at the end of October.
- 1 day ago 20 Oct 26, 1:05pm - - Speeding car crashes into Krishna water pipeline near Nagole metro station, driver killed
A 24-year-old man from Hayathnagar died after his speeding car crashed into an air-release valve of the Krishna drinking water pipeline near Nagole Metro Station in Hyderabad. The impact damaged the pipeline, causing a massive water leak, traffic congestion and disruption of drinking water supply to several localities.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 10:30am - - Opinion: The new Tollywood-Telangana directors are rewriting Telugu cinema
Long dismissed as comic relief, Telangana’s dialect and identity now take centre stage in mainstream Telugu cinema, exposing Tollywood’s entrenched sexism, caste blindness and cultural imbalance
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 11:30pm - - Hyderabad Zoo to welcome kangaroos, wallabies and lemurs
Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park is preparing to welcome kangaroos, wallabies, ring-tailed lemurs and cassowaries from Vantara. The zoo has arranged facilities for the new arrivals, while a pair of zebras is also planned for the city’s wildlife collection.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 11:18pm - - Hyderabad: Traffic diversions near PVNR Expressway from Monday to Thursday
Hyderabad traffic police announced diversions from Monday to Thursday due to CC road-laying work near Pillar No. 37 of the PVNR Expressway towards Mehdipatnam. The notice outlines alternate routes for traffic travelling between Attapur, Nampally, Shaikpet and nearby areas.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 9:20pm - - Tension at Mangalhat after BRSV students allegedly attacked
Tension prevailed at Sitarambagh Bageecha in Mangalhat after BRSV students were allegedly attacked while preparing to burn a Ravana effigy bearing Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s photograph. Police registered cases and are investigating the incident, which was recorded and circulated online.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 9:09pm - - EAGLE Force busts suspected drug unit at Maharashtra poultry farm
EAGLE Force says it uncovered a suspected drug manufacturing unit at a poultry farm in Maharashtra during a probe into an alleged inter-State synthetic drug trafficking network. Further arrests have been made as investigators trace the supply of precursor chemicals.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 8:06pm - - Hyderabad sees lighter traffic as residents leave for Dasara
Hyderabad witnessed lighter traffic on several arterial roads on Monday as residents left for their hometowns to celebrate Dasara. Fewer vehicles, office closures and reduced commercial activity eased commuting, offering temporary relief from congestion before traffic picks up after the holidays.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 7:07pm - - Dasoju Sravan seeks Rs 20,000-crore package to tackle drought
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan Kumar has demanded a Rs 20,000-crore emergency package and special legislative sessions to address the drought crisis. He criticised the government’s response, raised concerns over water and power shortages, and sought relief for affected farmers.Dasoju Sravan
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 7:07pm - - SCR operates 120 special trains, carries four lakh additional passengers
South Central Railway has operated 120 special trains, carrying around four lakh additional passengers in a week. With over 700 special trains announced for Dasara, Diwali and Chhath Puja, SCR has strengthened security, ticketing facilities and crowd management at busy stations.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 6:55pm - - TGSRTC arranges 7,000 special buses for Dasara rush
TGSRTC has arranged 7,000 special buses for Dasara travellers, with nearly 97 per cent of planned services operated since October 10. Officials have been directed to add buses as needed and monitor the return rush on October 17, 18 and 19.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 6:50pm - - Shilpa Layout flyover service roads at Gachibowli ready to open
GHMC has completed the service roads alongside the Shilpa Layout Flyover at Gachibowli, with the lanes expected to open shortly. The project aims to improve connectivity, separate local traffic from faster-moving vehicles and ease congestion at the busy junction.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 6:45pm - - Rail passengers seek better Secunderabad station facilities ahead of Dasara
Rail passengers have urged the Railway Board and SCR to improve amenities, ease congestion at Secunderabad Railway Station and expedite pending projects ahead of Dasara. Demands include train diversions, additional stoppages, better MMTS services and safer, less congested platforms.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 5:26pm - - Kukatpally man accused of blackmailing victims with intimate images
Police arrested a 23-year-old Kukatpally man for allegedly using fake Facebook and Instagram profiles to honey-trap victims and blackmail them with intimate images. Investigators say he operated 27 profiles, interacted with over 1,000 people and allegedly extorted money from multiple victims online
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 5:07pm - - Man arrested in Shamshabad ATM theft case; four suspects absconding
Police arrested Rashid in connection with the alleged theft of Rs 7.40 lakh from an Axis Bank ATM at Satamrai, Shamshabad, on October 6. Investigators said the gang used a gas cutter, stole vehicles and fled to Rajasthan. Four suspects remain absconding.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 5:00pm - - TG SAFE warns consumers against unsafe pheni, khara ahead of Dasara
TG SAFE has urged consumers to exercise caution while buying pheni, khara and other snacks ahead of Dasara. Inspections of 12 units in the CURE area led to seizures, sample collection and action against establishments over reported food safety violations.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:50pm - - ICMR-NIN invites applications for 62nd nutrition certificate course
ICMR-NIN has invited applications for its 62nd Post-Graduate Certificate Course in Nutrition, scheduled from January 6 to March 19, 2027, in Hyderabad. Candidates must submit scanned application forms, educational certificates and registration fee payment proof by November 6, 2026.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:42pm - - RGIA’s official X account briefly hacked, restored
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport’s official X account was briefly hacked on Monday and promptly restored by its IT team. GHIAL said cryptocurrency-related posts appeared during the breach, which was reported to cybercrime authorities and X. Airport operations remained unaffected.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:32pm - - PETA India seeks withdrawal of draft laboratory animal rules
PETA India has urged the government to withdraw the draft laboratory animal rules, warning that proposed provisions could threaten wildlife, community dogs and stray cats. The organisation has called for stronger safeguards and greater reliance on advanced, cruelty-free research methods.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:27pm - - Hyderabad software employee dies after jumping from building in Chaitanyapuri
A 34-year-old software employee died after jumping from his apartment complex in Hyderabad’s Chaitanyapuri on Monday. Reported stock market losses may have contributed to his distress, though police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and the alleged motive
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:13pm - - Bhaag Neha Bhaag, Jantar Mantar Chalo: Protests inspire video games
Two satirical video games, Bhaag Neha Bhaag and Jantar Mantar Chalo, draw inspiration from protests in India. Through police chases, barricades, crowd-building and retro graphics, they turn political dissent into playful digital experiences created by young developers.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:11pm - - Telangana plans statewide water conservation drive amid El Nino threat
Telangana is preparing a comprehensive water conservation plan amid the El Niño threat. Proposed measures include surveying water bodies, mapping groundwater levels, restoring check dams, curbing pipeline leakages and reusing treated wastewater to strengthen drought preparedness and protect drinking water supplies.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:07pm - - Hyderabad Traffic Police seize 100 vehicles over fake number plates
Hyderabad Traffic Police registered 100 criminal cases and seized 100 vehicles over alleged fake or tampered number plates in eight months. The vehicles included 88 two-wheelers and 12 four-wheelers, with enforcement drives set to continue to curb vehicle identity fraud
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 4:01pm - - Hyderabad gears up for Dasara amid festive shopping rush and temple security measures
Hyderabad is gearing up for Vijayadashami with bustling markets, rising demand for flowers, sweets, clothing and new vehicles. Authorities have made security and traffic arrangements around temples and Jammi Chettu sites, where devotees will observe traditional rituals and seek prosperity.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 3:46pm - - Poor contractor response delays Telangana STP tenders under HAM
Telangana has extended STP tender deadlines to November 2 after contractors raised concerns over payments under the Hybrid Annuity Model. The Rs 1,314-crore project covers 101 urban local bodies across three packages, with Central and State funding arrangements proposed.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 3:30pm - - Manne Krishank dares Revanth Reddy to order CBI probe into allegations against family
BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank challenged Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to order a CBI probe into allegations involving family-linked companies and institutions. Krishank offered documentary evidence and reiterated claims of wealth accumulation and irregularities in land transactions
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 3:20pm - - TrayamBhu Tech Solutions to digitally trace GI-tagged Tandur Red Gram, cover 65,000 farmers
TrayamBhu Tech Solutions has received a Notification of Award to implement traceability for GI-tagged Tandur Red Gram in Telangana. The project will cover 65,000 farmers, verify produce origins, curb fake claims and strengthen farmers’ market bargaining power and women’s inclusion.
- 2 days ago 19 Oct 26, 3:10pm - - Khammam: Woman dies of heart attack during Bathukamma celebrations
A 50-year-old woman, Yalagala Bharathi, reportedly died of a heart attack during Saddula Bathukamma celebrations at Cherumadharam village in Khammam district. She collapsed while women gathered for immersion and was declared dead at a hospital, according to local residents.
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