- newRahul promises education, healthcare support for gig workers’ families
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi assured gig workers in Hyderabad that the Congress would stand by them and take responsibility for their families' education and healthcare, describing them as partners in the country's progress.
- 29 mins ago 14 Nov 26, 10:41pm - - newFormer IT employee disrupts Rahul Gandhi’s speech at Bharat Summit
A former Tech Mahindra employee allegedly disrupted Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s speech at the Bharat Summit in Hyderabad by raising concerns about the Telangana government's performance.
- 35 mins ago 14 Nov 26, 10:35pm - - newShooter Dhanush Srikanth receives Arjuna Award for excellence in shooting
Shooter Dhanush Srikanth, a BCA student at KLH Aziznagar Campus and four-time Deaflympics gold medallist, has received the Arjuna Award 2025 from President Droupadi Murmu. He set a world record in the men's 10m air rifle final
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 9:30pm - - newRahul Gandhi says Indian democracy has collapsed, questions 2024 election results
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi alleged that Indian democracy was undermined after 2014 and questioned the legitimacy of the 2024 Lok Sabha elections, claiming millions of voters were subsequently classified as non-existent or non-voters.
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 9:21pm - - newHYDRAA protects two lakes in Medchal-Malkajgiri after encroachment complaints
HYDRAA on Saturday took measures to protect two lakes in Medchal-Malkajgiri district after residents complained of fresh encroachment attempts. Following an inspection, officials fenced nine acres of lake land and installed signboards warning against trespass and illegal activity.
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:52pm - - newFrom pills to Python: BPharmacy education gets a new formula in Telangana
The BPharmacy curriculum in Telangana has been revamped to introduce technology-driven subjects such as Python, artificial intelligence, machine learning and data analysis, alongside healthcare psychology and communication skills.
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:45pm - - newArundathi Institute felicitates achievers for contributions to sports and fitness
Arundathi Institute of Medical Sciences and Hospital organised a felicitation ceremony to honour achievers in sports and fitness. The programme, led by Chairman Marri Laxman Reddy, aimed to encourage students and young people to adopt healthy lifestyles
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:43pm - - newYonex-Sunrise Junior Nationals feature all-women panel of chair umpires
The 49th Yonex-Sunrise Junior (U-19) National Badminton Championships began in Gangtok, featuring the country's first all-women panel of chair umpires. Seventeen umpires will officiate, while the inter-State team event precedes individual events, which are scheduled to begin on November 16
- 2 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:41pm - - newTaare Zameen Par brings together over 3,000 children in Hyderabad
Round Table India – Area 9 organised Taare Zameen Par at NIEPID, Hyderabad, bringing together over 3,000 children with special abilities for a painting competition and celebration. Telugu film personalities, including Sai Durga Tej and Eesha Rebba, attended the event
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:28pm - - newDry weather likely across Telangana, no major change in night temperatures
Dry weather is likely across Telangana, with little change in minimum temperatures over the next week. Kumuram Bheem recorded the State's lowest minimum at 11.2 degrees Celsius, while Hyderabad temperatures ranged from 14.1 to 21.7 degrees Celsius on Friday
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:26pm - - newThree players share lead in 246th Brilliant Trophy chess tournament
K. Perumallu, Y. Muralimohan and Purav Jain share the open category lead with three points each after three rounds of the 246th Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. Four players jointly lead the juniors category with maximum points
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:20pm - - newTitans, St. Francis Boys win in GM Sampath Kumar basketball championship
Titans defeated Victory Playground 74-43, while St. Francis Boys registered a 69-56 victory over Central GST & Customs in the GM Sampath Kumar Annual League Basketball Championship at the YMCA, Secunderabad, on Saturday, with impressive individual scoring performances
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:18pm - - newHyderabad cricket results: Mumbai defeat Hyderabad in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy
Hyderabad had mixed results across domestic and local competitions. The men's side lost to Mumbai in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, while the Under-23 women's team suffered defeat against Maharashtra. League and women's T20 matches featured individual performances
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:16pm - - newUnemployed youth raise ‘Rahul Gandhi go back’ slogans at Osmania University in Hyderabad
Several unemployed youth and students of Osmania University staged a protest against Congress MP Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Hyderabad, alleging that the party had failed to fulfil promises made during the Telangana Assembly election campaign.
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:02pm - - newCMC clears 179 garbage-vulnerable points in Hyderabad drive
The Cyberabad Municipal Corporation cleared 179 garbage-vulnerable points and transported 197.88 metric tonnes of waste on Saturday during a special drive across 76 wards. Teams cleaned stretches and open plots, while officials issued 64 notices concerning abandoned vehicles
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 8:00pm -
- newBurglars steal phones, accessories worth Rs 2 lakh in Dilsukhnagar
Burglars broke into Sri Sai Aparna Swapna Mobiles in Dilsukhnagar and stole mobile phones and accessories worth approximately Rs 2 lakh. They allegedly cut CCTV wires and took away the DVR. Chaitanyapuri police have registered a case and begun investigations
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:57pm - - newAuro Realty Goa Eagles GC win X-Golf competition in Hyderabad
Auro Realty Goa Eagles GC won the X-Golf competition at Boulder Hills in Hyderabad after negotiating three elimination rounds and a challenging final. Represented by Kanav Chauhan, IL Aalaap and Saarthak Chhibber, the team delivered a composed performance
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:55pm - - newKamal Chawla storms into next stage of World Snooker Championships
Kamal Chawla defeated Laxman Rawat 4-1 to advance at the IBSF World Snooker Championships in Indore. Kreishh Gurbaxani, S. Shrikrishna, Piyush Kushwaha, Ranveer Duggal and Digvijay Kadian also progressed after winning their respective third-round matches
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:52pm - - newMumbai City FC appoint Ashvir Singh Johal as head coach
Mumbai City FC have appointed Ashvir Singh Johal as head coach for the remainder of the 2026-27 season. The former Morecambe manager brings experience from English and Italian football, along with a UEFA Pro Licence and a background in player development
- 3 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:49pm - - newSeven arrested for attempted murder of businessman in Hyderabad
The Jagadgirigutta police arrested seven persons on Saturday in connection with an attempted murder case involving real estate businessman Boya Kishan. Police said the suspects allegedly attacked him with sharp weapons near his home in Yellammabanda over a financial dispute
- 4 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:34pm - - newMan found dead inside parked autorickshaw in Hyderabad’s SR Nagar
A 35-year-old man was found dead in the passenger seat of a parked autorickshaw in Hyderabad's SR Nagar on Saturday. Identified as Udutha Shankar Goud, he had no visible external injuries. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death
- 4 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:31pm - - newHCLTech among Forbes’ top 50 companies for women in 2026
HCLTech has featured among Forbes' top 50 companies for women in 2026, becoming the only India-headquartered company in the ranking. The recognition marks its second consecutive year on the list, which evaluates over 400 global companies
- 4 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:21pm - - newSwayamkrushi to celebrate 35th anniversary with Venkaiah Naidu as chief guest
Swayamkrushi will celebrate its 35th anniversary at its new campus in Secunderabad on Monday. Former Vice-President M. Venkaiah Naidu will attend virtually as chief guest. The organisation has worked for decades to empower persons with intellectual disabilities
- 4 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 7:18pm - - newTFA to hold A Division Rahim League managers’ meeting on November 16
The Telangana Football Association will hold an A Division Rahim League managers' meeting on November 16 at 6 pm at its Lal Bahadur Stadium office in Hyderabad. The meeting will also feature the draw ceremony for the league
- 5 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 6:24pm - - newSreenidi Deccan, Brawlers FC enter TFA Telangana Youth League final
Sreenidi Deccan FC and Brawlers FC reached the final of the TFA Telangana Youth League Under-15 football championship here. Sreenidi defeated Reeds FC 6-1, while Brawlers edged Little Stars FC 1-0 in the semifinals. The final is scheduled for Sunday
- 5 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 6:01pm - - newHyderabad loses 35pc of drinking water due to pipeline leaks and illegal tapping
Hyderabad loses nearly 35pc of its treated drinking water through ageing pipelines, leaking valves and illegal tapping, even as demand rises. HMWSSB receives hundreds of leakage complaints daily, highlighting the challenge of reducing distribution losses and achieving its 2028 tanker-free target
- 6 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 5:17pm - - newSwati Lakra assumed charge as Telangana Director General of Prisons
Swati Lakra has taken charge as Telangana's Director General of Prisons and Correctional Services, succeeding Dr Soumya Mishra. Her appointment follows a major police reshuffle in which the State government recently transferred 21 IPS officers to new postings
- 6 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 5:08pm - - newBJYM activists protest Rahul Gandhi’s participation in Bharat Summit in Hyderabad
BJYM activists staged a protest near the Hyderabad International Convention Centre against Rahul Gandhi’s participation in the Bharat Summit. They raised slogans, tore down posters and banners, and were detained by police, who tightened security around the venue.
- 6 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 4:52pm - - newVikarabad police step up security for Methodist Christian Jatra 2026
Vikarabad district police have stepped up security for Methodist Christian Jatra 2026 in Dharur mandal. CCTV cameras, drones, special police teams and SHE Teams have been deployed, while traffic arrangements have been made to ensure devotees' safety
- 7 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 4:01pm - - newKalasagaram’s 59th music and dance festival to be held from November 28
Kalasagaram will host its 59th Annual Festival of Music and Dance from November 28 to December 6 at Keyes High School for Girls, Secunderabad. The nine-day event will feature renowned vocalists, instrumentalists and a dance drama.
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:39pm - - newPet Fed to make Hyderabad debut on November 21 and 22
Pet Fed will make its Hyderabad debut on November 21 and 22 at Novotel as part of its 12th edition across five cities. The festival will feature pet competitions, fashion shows, masterclasses, shopping and adoption opportunities
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:25pm - - newHyderabad: Old City residents suffer as garbage piles up amid lack of bins
Residents of several Old City localities are struggling with poor sanitation as garbage accumulates on roads and in residential colonies. They allege a lack of bins and an ineffective household waste collection system, urging municipal authorities to improve civic services.
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:24pm - - newIndian Roads Congress to hold 85th Annual Session in Hyderabad
The Indian Roads Congress will hold its 85th Annual Session in Hyderabad from November 19 to 22, bringing together industry experts and government officials to discuss India's road infrastructure, alongside key institutional meetings, elections, technical discussions and site visits
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:22pm - - newTelangana plans common school education board for Classes IX to XII
Telangana plans to merge intermediate education with the school system and establish a common board for Classes IX to XII. The government is expected to amend the Education Act and repeal the Intermediate Education Act through a Bill.
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:16pm - - newTGSRTC plans to introduce 2,800 electric buses in Hyderabad
TGSRTC plans to introduce around 2,800 electric buses in Hyderabad, replacing diesel vehicles within ORR limits. The transition could save Rs 245 crore annually, reduce carbon emissions and support the State's push towards greener urban public transport operations
- 8 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 3:15pm - - newTelangana Congress fails to deliver six guarantees, Rahul Gandhi promises education, healthcare support for gig workers’ families
Rahul Gandhi assured Telangana gig workers that the Congress would support their families' education and healthcare. He highlighted the State's gig workers' welfare legislation, which provides for accident and health insurance, while Chief Minister Revanth Reddy said the Gig Workers Board was established.
- 9 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 2:32pm - - newRahul Gandhi visit: BJP’s Ramchander Rao placed under house arrest
BJP State president N Ramchander Rao was placed under house arrest in Hyderabad during the Bharat Summit. He accused the Congress government of suppressing dissent while preaching democracy, questioned its spending priorities and warned of protests against the move.
- 10 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 1:34pm - - newCongress hits back at BRS over criticism of Rahul Gandhi, Revanth government
Roads and Buildings Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy defended the Congress government's welfare initiatives and hit back at BRS over its criticism of Rahul Gandhi. He also accused the previous BRS regime of betraying minorities and tribal communities.
- 12 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 11:18am - - newChief Secretary Sanjay Jaju reviews preparations for Invest Telangana Global Summit
Chief Secretary Sanjay Jaju has reviewed preparations for the upcoming Invest Telangana Global Summit and directed officials to expedite arrangements. He emphasised inter-departmental coordination, infrastructure completion and plans to make Hyderabad Square a vibrant cultural attraction.
- 12 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 10:45am - - newA R Rahman announces Hyderabad concert as part of Wonderment Tour
A R Rahman will bring his Wonderment Tour to Hyderabad on January 31, 2027. The Oscar- and Grammy-winning composer will perform at Gachibowli Stadium with a live orchestra. Tickets are priced from ₹2,249 and available on BookMyShow
- 13 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 10:31am - - newBRS challenges Rahul Gandhi to question Revanth over unfulfilled poll promises
BRS leader T Harish Rao urged Rahul Gandhi to question Chief Minister Revanth Reddy over unfulfilled Congress manifesto promises. Citing pending welfare schemes and repeated Budget announcements, he accused the State government of recycling promises without delivering benefits.
- 13 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 10:30am - - newKTR accuses Congress of betraying Telangana, questions Rahul Gandhi over poll promises
BRS working president KT Rama Rao urged Rahul Gandhi to respond to Congress's unfulfilled electoral promises in Telangana. He cited alleged shortfalls in allocations and assurances covering BCs, SCs, STs, youth, students and minorities, intensifying the party's criticism of government
- 13 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 10:00am - - newNo casualties in early morning fire at Hafeezpet painting shop
A fire broke out at a painting shop in Hafeezpet around 5 am on Saturday. Fire personnel from Kukatpally and Patancheru brought the blaze under control. No casualties were reported, while the extent of property damage remained unknown
- 14 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 9:07am - - newTelangana retains polytechnics under Education department after month-long protests
The Telangana government has decided to retain government polytechnics under the administrative control of the Education Department, reversing an earlier move to merge them with Young India Skills University (YISU). The decision follows sustained protests by students and faculty members and recommendations of a high-level committee.
- 23 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 12:38am - - newSenior CID officer K Manoj Kumar passes away in Hyderabad
Senior CID officer K Manoj Kumar, serving as Deputy Superintendent of Police, died while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad on Friday.
- 23 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 12:32am - - newCaparisoned elephant runs amok during Gyarvi Shareef procession in Hyderabad
Panic prevailed in Hyderabad's old city after a caparisoned elephant participating in the annual Gyarvi Shareef procession became agitated and moved uncontrollably through a crowded street on Friday night. The animal reportedly damaged several parked vehicles before mahouts and handlers brought it under control.
- 23 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 12:24am - - newOsmania University students protest over water, power cuts in hostels
Students of Osmania University staged a protest demanding the immediate restoration of electricity and water supply to E1, E2 and D hostels, while opposing the proposed demolition of the buildings. Protesters alleged that the administration was trying to force students to vacate the hostels.
- 23 hours ago 14 Nov 26, 12:23am - - newForeign delegates invited to Bharat Summit stopped from entering India, alleges Revanth
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy accused the Centre and Prime Minister Narendra Modi of blocking entry to foreign delegates invited to the Bharat Summit in Hyderabad despite them having valid visas. He defended Rahul Gandhi's participation in the event, criticised the BJP and BRS for opposing key state initiatives, and said the summit aims to discuss democracy, investment, infrastructure and environment.
- 23 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 11:50pm - - newDSR Group marks Children’s Day with inclusion, sports initiatives in Telangana, Andhra Pradesh
DSR Group celebrated Children’s Day through initiatives in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh aimed at promoting inclusion, education, sports and holistic child development. The company organised events for visually impaired students in Hyderabad and conducted sports competitions and prize distribution programmes at its charitable educational institution in Nellore.
- 24 hours ago 13 Nov 26, 11:20pm - - Rahul Gandhi to launch gig workers legislation after 32-week delay
Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is set to formally launch Telangana's gig workers policy at the Bharat Summit, 32 weeks after the Telangana Assembly passed the Telangana Platform Based Gig Workers Bill.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 10:52pm - - COWE India, UNDP launch workplace-based childcare pilot centres in Hyderabad
The Confederation of Women Entrepreneurs of India (COWE India) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have launched a collaboration to advance workplace-based childcare through two pilot Aveksha centres in Telangana. The centres will provide nutritious meals and early learning education, while a student-developed AI-powered monitoring system, Sajag AI, has been introduced to enhance child safety.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 10:42pm - - Two cases booked over illegal oocyte collection at fertility clinics in Hyderabad
The Telangana Medical and Health Department has lodged two complaints alleging illegal collection and donation of oocytes at fertility clinics in Hyderabad's Jubilee Hills and Film Nagar areas. Police have registered two cases against the clinics and named several officials as suspects.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 10:02pm - - Telangana FMG interns call off strike following government assurances
Foreign Medical Graduate (FMG) interns across Telangana have withdrawn their strike unconditionally and resumed compulsory rotatory medical internship duties with immediate effect. The interns said they ended the protest based on assurances from the state government.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 9:43pm - - Telangana Governor takes serious view of complaints against JNTU-H, PJTAU Vice-Chancellors
Telangana Governor and Chancellor of State universities Shiv Pratap Shukla has expressed serious concern over mounting complaints against the Vice-Chancellors of JNTU-Hyderabad and Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University. Following a review meeting with the Telangana Council of Higher Education Chairman, the Governor sought a detailed report on administrative, academic, and recruitment issues at the earliest.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 9:05pm - - Hyderabad: Three sentenced to 20 years in robbery, attempted rape case
A local court sentenced three persons to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment each in a 2016 robbery and attempted rape case registered at Rajendranagar Police Station. The court also imposed fines and ordered Rs 3 lakh compensation for the victim.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 8:22pm - - Hyderabad: Brain-dead farmer’s family donates organs under Jeevandan
The family of 35-year-old farmer Ponnaganti Harish, who was declared brain dead after a two-wheeler accident, donated his two kidneys and liver under the Jeevandan scheme. His wife Niharika took the decision, helping three needy patients.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 8:12pm - - Traffic diversions around NTR Stadium from November 14 to 30
The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions around NTR Stadium from November 14 to 30 for Koti Deepotsavam. Moderate congestion is expected daily between 3 pm and 11 pm, with vehicles on several routes being diverted.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 8:08pm - - Fourth edition of Hyderabad Valves 2026 kicks off; features 26 live transcatheter cardiac cases
Top interventional cardiologists and structural heart specialists from India and abroad have convened in Hyderabad for the fourth edition of the biennial Hyderabad Valves 2026 conference. Inaugurated virtually by Apollo Hospitals Group Joint Managing Director Dr. Sangeetha Reddy, the two-day summit showcases 26 live transcatheter procedures.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:52pm - - Malkajgiri rail passengers struggle without toilets as station awaits inauguration
Passengers at Malkajgiri railway station are facing hardship due to the lack of accessible toilet facilities despite redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. Commuters, particularly women, have urged SCR authorities to open the washrooms or arrange mobile toilets immediately.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:45pm - - Cyberabad Police ban drones ahead of Rahul Gandhi visit
Cyberabad Police have banned drones, paragliders and remotely controlled micro-light aircraft in Madhapur from November 13 to 15. The restrictions come ahead of visits by Rahul Gandhi and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh for the Bharat Summit 2026.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:41pm - - Malkajgiri She Teams catch 206 for allegedly harassing women in October
Malkajgiri She Teams caught 206 persons, including 11 minors, for allegedly harassing women and girls during October. Police registered 14 criminal cases and booked 106 petty cases, while 96 persons were counselled following complaints of phone, social media and physical harassment.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:15pm - - Freelance model held for allegedly supplying mule accounts to cyber fraudsters
Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested a 24-year-old Odisha-based freelance model for allegedly supplying mule bank accounts and SIM cards to cyber fraudsters, including networks linked to Cambodia. The investigation is connected to a Rs 6.6 lakh ‘digital arrest’ fraud case.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:11pm - - Telangana inter exams stretched to nearly a month, to be held from Feb 24
The Telangana government has extended the Intermediate Public Examinations (IPE) 2027 schedule to nearly a month, running from February 24 to March 20, to accommodate festival holidays like Ramzan and Shivratri. The wider gaps between subjects mirror the CBSE pattern and aim to reduce exam stress.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:09pm - - Telangana universities to recruit 429 assistant professors; notifications on December 1
Seven Telangana State universities will recruit 429 assistant professors, with notifications scheduled for December 1. Applications will be accepted from December 2 to 22, and the selection process, including assessments and interviews, is expected to conclude by April 30, 2027
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:08pm - - KBR Park flyover works hit usage of Hyderabad’s automated parking tower
Ongoing steel flyover works and one-way traffic restrictions around KBR Park are affecting usage of Hyderabad's first automated multi-level parking tower. Officials said occupancy is around 50%, with motorists citing difficult access, barricades, construction activity and traffic congestion.
- 1 day ago 13 Nov 26, 7:05pm -