- newBRS flags PM Ekta Mall tender irregularities; Govt seeks detailed report
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has alleged irregularities and a multi-crore scam in the PM Ekta Mall tenders at Raidurg, Hyderabad. K. T. Rama Rao demanded cancellation of tenders and sought Union intervention, while Minister D. Sridhar Babu dismissed the charges as political drama, asserting transparency in the process.
- 59 mins ago 11 Aug 26, 11:20am - - newSridhar Babu’s claim on Kondal Reddy’s Tesseract link puts Congress government in a spot
Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu denied allegations that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s brother Kondal Reddy is linked to Tesseract Advanced Systems, which received prime land at a concessional rate. However, Kondal Reddy’s own social media posts and references by international forums suggest his association with the company.
- 2 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:26am - - newMechanic crushed to death under RTC bus at Jeedimetla depot
A 39-year-old mechanic was crushed to death at Jeedimetla bus depot in Hyderabad when an RTC bus driver allegedly moved the vehicle while the victim was repairing its brakes. Police have registered a case.
- 2 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:18am - - newHyderabad man booked for sharing CSAM on Instagram
A man from Gajularamaram, Hyderabad, was booked by Jeedimetla police after being flagged by a US child protection agency for allegedly viewing and sharing child sexual abuse material on Instagram. Telangana Cyber Crime traced him via his IP address, but no arrest has been made yet.
- 2 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 9:56am - - newInfant’s body goes missing from Punjagutta graveyard hours after burial
A six-month-old infant’s body, buried at Punjagutta graveyard in Hyderabad, mysteriously disappeared within hours. The grieving family discovered the missing body when they returned to bury the second twin who also died. Police have registered a case and detained graveyard staff for questioning.
- 3 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 9:38am - - newHyderabad: Woman dies after quarrel over food in Katedan
A 19-year-old woman, Shikhaanjali Kumari, died in Kattedan after her husband allegedly pushed her during a quarrel over food. She sustained a fatal head injury and was declared dead at Osmania General Hospital.
- 4 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 8:12am - - newOver 19.46 lakh electors found to be Absent, Shifted or Dead electors in Hyderabad district on the last day of SIR
According to the report, Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency stood top with 1,79,794 electors as ASD electors
- 12 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 12:24am - - newAmneal acquires Kashiv BioSciences, creating global biosimilars leader
The transaction brings together complementary R&D, manufacturing and commercial capabilities, positioning the company to accelerate biosimilar launches, expand patient access and capitalise on growing biologic loss-of-exclusivity opportunities
- 13 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 11:44pm - - newDeadline for ‘Indiramma Houses Towers’: Applications extended till August 15
The Telangana Housing Department has extended the deadline for applications for Indiramma Houses in the CURE area to August 15. The department received 46,121 applications by August 10 for 7,340 houses being taken up in 16 constituencies
- 13 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 11:34pm - - newOpinion: What a Telangana village tells us about social security
The real test of welfare is simple: money should reach the person it is intended for, on time. Narkuda shows that the social security challenge lies in the last mile
- 13 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 11:32pm - - newTeam Speed post record 746/8 in HCA B-Division league
Team Speed slammed a record-breaking 746/8 in 90 overs against City College Old Boys in the HCA B-Division two-day league cricket championship. Advith Reddy 256, Koushik Reddy 171 and Vimal Dev 119 powered the remarkable total on Monday
- 13 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 11:25pm - - newTax reforms must boost jobs, MSMEs along with investment: BRS MP Ravichandra
BRS Parliamentary Party leader Vaddiraju Ravichandra urged the Centre to ensure tax reforms promote domestic manufacturing, jobs and MSME growth. Participating in a Rajya Sabha debate, he sought stronger support for Telangana in industrial and infrastructure policies
- 15 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 9:09pm - - newFormer Minister calls return of PRLIS DPR atrocious
Former Telangana Agriculture Minister S Niranjan Reddy criticised the Centre’s decision to return the PRLIS DPR, calling it atrocious. He blamed the Congress government for delays, demanded immediate approval and sought an all-party delegation to Delhi to pursue the project
- 15 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 9:04pm - - newDalit Christians stage protest at Jantar Mantar, seek SC status
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026, will create a technology-neutral framework for banking records by recognising electronic and digital documents, standardising certification and enabling their admissibility, validity and enforceability as evidence in courts
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:46pm - - newHyderabad Bonalu 2026 concludes with Mahankali ghatam immersion in Musi River
Hyderabad’s Old City witnessed a grand conclusion to its Bonalu festivities as Mahankali ghatams were taken in a colourful procession from Hari Bowli to Nayapul. Thousands of devotees gathered along the route before the ghatams were ceremonially immersed in the Musi River.
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- newAusterity measures go for a toss as Telangana CM, Ministers use helicopters
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy flew to Nagarjunasagar for the Varuna Yagam despite earlier austerity measures. His helicopter travel and use of a six-vehicle convoy have raised questions over the government’s commitment to fuel conservation and public austerity measures
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:34pm - - newTGCSB busts Delhi call centre network in Telangana loan fraud, 22 arrested
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has busted a Delhi-based call centre network allegedly targeting Telangana residents with fake loan offers. Police arrested 21 Telugu-speaking women telecallers and a bank account holder, while linking the network to 22 cybercrime cases.
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:30pm - - newTelangana achieves 78.26 per cent digitisation of SIR forms
Telangana achieved 78.26 per cent digitisation of enumeration forms after the Election Commission extended the SIR schedule. Yadadri-Bhongiri recorded the highest digitisation at 94.31 per cent, while Hyderabad had the lowest at 58.89 per cent, the CEO said
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:22pm - - newJithender Reddy urges Centre to notify Hyderabad-Bengaluru defence corridor
Telangana Special Representative A.P. Jithender Reddy met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and sought formal notification of the Hyderabad-Bengaluru Defence Industrial Corridor as a Defence and Aerospace Corridor. Singh responded positively and assured that the proposal would be considered
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:14pm - - newBRS exposes massive scam in PM Ekta Mall tender, seeks cancellation and probe
The BRS has alleged irregularities in the tender process for the proposed PM Ekta Mall at Raidurg and demanded its cancellation and an independent probe. K T Rama Rao also sought a halt to further Central funds until the investigation is completed
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:05pm - - newClass 10 student allegedly assaulted by 12 peers at Dammaiguda school
A Class 10 student was allegedly assaulted by 12 fellow students at a school hostel in Dammaiguda. His parents allege he was attacked over ragging and that the school gave them a different account of his injuries. Police are investigating.
- 16 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 8:00pm - - newHyderabad: 50-year-old man killed as speeding Thar rams into motorcycle in Madhapur
A 50-year-old man was killed after a speeding Mahindra Thar allegedly rammed into a motorcycle near the Kondapur RTO office in Madhapur. The victim, Ch. Srinivasulu, was travelling as a pillion rider, while the motorcycle rider sustained injuries.
- 17 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 7:37pm - - newHyderabad Charminar: Woman alleges harassment by man claiming to be Rapido rider
A woman waiting for an autorickshaw near Hyderabad’s Charminar has alleged that a man approached her and made an unwelcome remark. She later shared a video and her account on Instagram, receiving appreciation online for confronting the man during the encounter.
- 17 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 7:29pm - - newMohun Bagan thrash CISF Protectors 6-0 to top Durand Cup Group A
Mohun Bagan Super Giant stormed into the Durand Cup quarter-finals as Group A winners with a 6-0 victory over CISF Protectors. Sahal Abdul Samad scored a first-half hat-trick, while Manvir Singh, Jamie Maclaren and Tekcham Abhishek Singh also scored
- 17 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 7:19pm - - newPRLIS not under consideration for national project status, Centre
The Centre has said the Palamuru-Rangareddy Lift Irrigation Scheme is not under consideration for national project status due to unresolved inter-State issues over Krishna river waters. Its DPR was returned to Telangana for holistic planning to achieve intended benefits
- 17 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 7:14pm - - newAIG Hospitals performs complex skull-to-spine tumour surgery using AR/MR, robotic exoscope
Surgeons at AIG Hospitals have performed a complex skull-to-spine tumour surgery using augmented/mixed reality headsets and a robotic exoscope. The technology provided real-time 3D anatomical imaging and magnified views, helping surgeons navigate high-risk areas with greater visual clarity.
- 18 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 6:20pm - - newIndian para-cyclists win 12 medals at UCI event in Denmark
Indian para-cyclists won 12 medals at the UCI Para Cycling Track Event in Odense, Denmark. Arshad Shaikh led the medal haul with two gold, three silver and a bronze, while Vishwa Vasani and Anshuman Dhumal also secured multiple medals
- 18 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 6:10pm - - newTRAI begins phase-wise rollout of 1601 series for service and transactional calls
TRAI has started the phase-wise rollout of 1601-series numbers for service and transactional calls by non-BFSI entities. Utilities, courier and logistics sectors will be covered initially, with telecom service providers required to complete onboarding within 90 days
- 18 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 6:02pm - - newKTR vows to name Narsampet medical college after former MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy
BRS working president KT Rama Rao vowed to name the Narsampet government medical college after former MLA Peddi Sudarshan Reddy if the party returns to power. He also promised to pursue Peddi’s development vision, while Harish Rao recalled their Telangana movement association
- 19 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 5:23pm - - newBJP suspends Jagtial leader Konda Laxman
The Jagtial BJP unit suspended party leader Konda Laxman over alleged misuse of Custom Milled Rice. The action came after police registered cases following a Civil Supplies department complaint and raids detected unaccounted paddy worth Rs 87 crore
- 19 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 5:12pm - - newTelangana doctors demand justice after medico Dr. Priyanka succumbs to injuries
The death of postgraduate medical student Dr Kanike Priyanka has triggered grief and outrage among Telangana’s medical fraternity. T-JUDA and TGDA have demanded a transparent, time-bound probe and stringent legal action against those allegedly responsible for the fatal road accident
- 20 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 4:47pm - - newHyderabad: EAGLE Force busts interstate ganja network, three arrested
The EAGLE Force and LB Nagar police have busted an interstate ganja supply network and arrested three people while allegedly attempting to deliver six kg of ganja. Police have identified six consumers and are searching for four others linked to the network.
- 20 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 4:00pm - - newLVPEI, BostonSight to study mental health effects of PROSE, Scleral lenses
BostonSight and Hyderabad-based LVPEI have launched a prospective clinical trial to study the mental health effects of PROSE and scleral lenses. The multi-site study will assess patient outcomes and explore whether specialty lenses can improve quality of life and support earlier intervention.
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:35pm - - newHyderabad’s Murgi Chowk Market reconstruction drags on, traders await new complex
Nearly three years after Hyderabad’s historic Murgi Chowk Market was demolished, traders are still waiting for the new complex. Delays in construction have displaced businesses, with some traders operating from temporary premises or roadsides while others have shut their shops.
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:25pm - - newParliamentary panel recommends price caps on private hospital treatments
A Parliamentary Standing Committee has recommended price caps and standardised charges for treatments and diagnostics at private hospitals to protect families from high medical bills. It has also proposed Jan Aushadhi Kendras, insurance for the missing middle and expanded public healthcare infrastructure.
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:20pm - - newParopakar 2026 in Hyderabad to raise funds for education through art
Paropakar 2026, Paropakar Hyderabad, Hyderabad art exhibition, art exhibition Hyderabad August 2026, Sushma Thota, Art Connect Hyderabad, Nachiketa Tapovan, Spirit Connect Jubilee Hills, M.F. Husain art exhibition, art for education Hyderabad
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:11pm - - newSplatoon Raiders review: Nintendo’s switch 2 looter-shooter is ink-filled fun
Splatoon Raiders takes the popular Nintendo franchise in a fresh looter-shooter direction, combining ink-based combat, exploration and chaotic raids. While its story and checkpoint system could be stronger, creative gameplay, impressive Switch 2 features and fun mechanics make it worth playing.
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:05pm - - newTelangana holds Varuna Yagam at Nagarjuna Sagar seeking good rains
Telangana government conducted a Varuna Yagam at Nagarjuna Sagar seeking abundant rainfall, good harvests and increased inflows into the Krishna and Godavari rivers. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy is scheduled to attend the concluding Poornahuti ceremony later Monday afternoon
- 21 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 3:04pm - - newBRS leader Krishank alleges irregularities in Fourth City land allotment to CM’s brother’s firm
BRS spokesperson Manne Krishank alleged irregularities in the allotment of five acres in Raviryala to a company linked to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s brother. He sought cancellation of the allotment, an impartial probe and the Chief Minister’s resignation.
- 22 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 2:34pm - - newPension, Indiramma house applicants wary after 2023 applications fail to yield clarity
Fresh applications for Cheyutha pensions and Indiramma Houses in Hyderabad’s CURE region have triggered concerns among beneficiaries, with many apprehensive that the latest exercise could meet the same fate as applications collected under Praja Palana in December 2023.
- 22 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 1:54pm - - newStart immediate pumping of Kaleshwaram water to fill reservoirs: Harish Rao
BRS leader T Harish Rao urged the Telangana government to operate Kaleshwaram pumps at Kannepalli and fill interconnected reservoirs to support farmers during Kharif. He sought pumping from Mid Manair to the Lower Manair Dam and utilisation of Godavari floodwater.
- 23 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 1:12pm - - newFrom matcha to Korean food, Hyderabad’s top dining trends in 2026
Hyderabad’s dining scene is embracing global flavours, regional cuisine and creative food experiences in 2026. Korean dishes, matcha, ube, specialty coffee, functional drinks, Telugu cuisine and chef-led pop-ups are among the trends gaining popularity with local diners.
- 23 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 12:49pm - - newHyderabad: Four held for cheating people with ‘hidden treasure’ scam
Hyderabad police busted a racket allegedly cheating people by promising to locate hidden treasure beneath their houses. Four persons were arrested and 25 duplicate gold-coated coins, coal, soil and puja material were seized. The gang allegedly cheated 11 people.
- 24 hours ago 10 Aug 26, 12:22pm - - Telangana’s monsoon holds steady, as cumulative rainfall trails normal by just 6 per cent
Telangana has recorded 406.5 mm of cumulative rainfall since June 1 against the normal 430.3 mm, a 6 per cent deficit. Nineteen districts remain in the normal category, while two have received excess rainfall and 12 face deficits.
- 1 day ago 10 Aug 26, 10:58am - - NIMS to offer free heart surgeries for children from August 13
NIMS will launch a free heart surgery initiative for children from August 13. The procedures will be conducted by its CT Surgery Department in collaboration with London-based paediatric cardiac surgeon Dr Ramana Tannashuneni and technical experts.
- 1 day ago 10 Aug 26, 10:18am - - Hyderabad: Retired army man killed, two injured in hit-and-run incident
A retired Army man was killed and two others seriously injured after a speeding Mahindra SUV allegedly rammed into them at Hydershah Kote in Hyderabad. The occupants reportedly fled the scene, while Narsingi Police registered a case and launched an investigation
- 1 day ago 10 Aug 26, 9:02am - - NALSAR students oppose CJI as convocation guest
A group of NALSAR University of Law students has opposed the proposal to invite Chief Justice of India Surya Kant as chief guest for their upcoming convocation. In an email to the administration, they cited concerns over the CJI-led bench’s refusal to urgently hear a plea on alleged police brutality during the July 20 ‘Chalo Sansad’ protest.
- 1 day ago 10 Aug 26, 12:45am - - Bandi Sanjay accuses Congress govt of minority appeasement
Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay Kumar, during Bonalu celebrations in Hyderabad, accused the ruling Congress and BRS of minority appeasement. He also attacked Congress for unfulfilled promises on jobs and allowances, while crediting PM Modi for employment initiatives.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 10:15pm - - Ram Charan Teja Akula, Shanvi Reddy win Telangana U-13 badminton singles titles
Ram Charan Teja Akula and Shanvi Reddy Nimma won the boys’ and girls’ singles titles at the 12th Telangana State Sub-Junior Badminton Championship in Serilingampally. Ram Charan won after his opponent retired, while Shanvi beat Saina Sharma
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 10:09pm - - Telangana canoe sprint team wins multiple medals at national championship
Telangana’s canoe sprint team produced an impressive performance at the National Championship in Bhopal, winning multiple medals in canoe and kayak events. N. Bindu, P. Jaswika, K. Anusha, K. Bindu, R. Rekha and others excelled
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 9:32pm - - Sujatha High School win kabaddi title at Kargil Victory festival
Sujatha High School senior boys won the kabaddi title at the Kargil Victory Sports Festival at YMCA Hyderabad on Sunday. They defeated Nagarjuna High School 8-3 in the final, while several schools emerged winners in kho kho, basketball and volleyball
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 8:54pm - - Telangana swimmer Aarush Das wins bronze in Jaipur
Telangana swimmer Aarush Das won bronze in the boys’ 50m backstroke at the 42nd Sub-Junior National Aquatic Championships in Jaipur. He clocked 29.44 seconds. Shivani Karra, who won gold earlier, added a silver in the girls’ 100m freestyle
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 8:40pm - - Kovidhkushal Reddy, Chetan Maale win Brilliant Trophy titles
A. Kovidhkushal Reddy and Chetan Maale won the Open and juniors titles respectively at the 243rd Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. Chetan scored six points, while Kovidhkushal emerged winner on tie-break after three players finished with five points
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - SIR 2026 in Telangana: Hyderabad digitisation at 58.60 percent, 18.74 lakh ASD voters missing
Hyderabad district has completed only 58.58% digitisation of electoral rolls under the Special Intensive Revision 2026, the lowest in Telangana. Over 18.74 lakh electors were found missing as Absent, Shifted or Dead voters. The submission window closes on August 10.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - Hyderabad Bonalu 2026: Old City celebrates festival with thousands of devotees
The two-day Bonalu festival began in Hyderabad’s Old City on Sunday with thousands of devotees visiting temples. Women carried decorated Bonam pots, while Thottalu processions and Potharajus added colour to celebrations. Police made elaborate security arrangements for the festival.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 7:51pm - - MLC elections and nominations: Will Congress practice what it preaches?
With Graduate MLC elections approaching and nominated MLC terms ending, lobbying has begun within the Telangana Congress for seats under the Graduate and Governor quotas. This comes amid Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s call for greater representation of youngsters
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 7:42pm - - Dr Kanike Priyanka dies after week-long battle for survival
Dr Kanike Priyanka, a 28-year-old doctor pursuing MD in Rajahmundry, died at KIMS Hospital after suffering severe injuries in a car accident. Two youths accused of drunk driving were arrested following the incident that sparked outrage across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 7:28pm - - Regency College welcomes 2026–29 batches at freshers’ party in Ibrahimpatnam
Regency College of Culinary Arts & Hotel Management welcomed its 2026–2029 BHMCT and BCTCA batches and Diploma in Food Production students at a freshers’ party in Ibrahimpatnam. The event featured dance, music, bottle flairing and a ramp walk.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 7:10pm - - Nehru Zoo celebrates World Lion Day, highlights lion conservation
The Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad celebrated World Lion Day with animal keeper talks highlighting lion behaviour, feeding, vaccination and breeding. The zoo houses both Asiatic and African lions and also features a 45-acre safari established in 1974.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 6:45pm - - Pega expands university partnerships to boost agentic AI skills in India
Pega announced new and expanded university partnerships under its University Academic Program, with VEMU Technical University joining as a new partner. The company plans to add 30 to 40 universities this year to strengthen skills in agentic AI and automation.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 6:00pm - - Hyderabad Cybercrime: Senior citizens lose Rs 102 crore in 19 months
Cybercriminals have caused losses of Rs 102.02 crore to senior citizens in Hyderabad in 403 cases between January 2025 and July 2026. Police said trading and digital arrest scams were major threats, while warning elderly residents against fraudulent calls and online offers.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 5:55pm - - Drug peddler held with 200 ml hashish oil worth Rs 2.5 lakh in Hyderabad
The EAGLE Force and Abdullapurmet police arrested a 30-year-old man and seized 200 ml of hashish oil worth around Rs 2.5 lakh at Hyderabad’s ORR. Police said he procured the drug from an Odisha supplier through Snapchat for sale in Hyderabad.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 5:45pm - - KTR visits city temples amid Bonalu festivities
BRS working president KT Rama Rao participated in Bonalu festivities at several temples across Hyderabad on Sunday. He offered prayers, extended greetings to the people of Telangana and prayed for abundant rains, farmers’ welfare and prosperity for businesses
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 5:42pm - - Vasavi College hosts AGENTX 2026, 24-hour multi-agent AI hackathon
AGENTX 2026, a 24-hour national-level hackathon at Vasavi College of Engineering, brought together 40 teams to develop multi-agent AI solutions for campus needs. Team Kaal Netra emerged as the winner and received a first prize of Rs 25,000.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 5:35pm - - Former Cheriyal MLA Gorla Siddaiah dies at 95 in Hyderabad
Former Cheriyal MLA Gorla Siddaiah died at 95 at his Hyderabad residence on Sunday. A Congress (I) leader, he won the 1978 Assembly election but lost in 1983. Siddaiah was also a witness to the 1948 Razakar attack on Bairanpally village.
- 2 days ago 9 Aug 26, 5:25pm -