- newHyderabad: NIMS resident doctors to continue OPD, elective services boycott on Friday
NIMS resident doctors will continue boycotting OPD and elective services on Friday over security concerns after an on-duty junior doctor was allegedly threatened and abused. The RDA said it wants written assurance that trained security forces will be deployed within a week.
- 7 mins ago 17 Sep 26, 9:40pm - - newMalkajgiri civic body gears up for Ganesh immersion arrangements at Saroornagar Lake
MMC Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy inspected Ganesh idol immersion arrangements at Saroornagar Lake on Thursday. Officials were directed to ensure safe immersion, keep swimmers, medical facilities and emergency teams ready, regulate traffic, remove debris and maintain cleanliness throughout the event.
- 12 mins ago 17 Sep 26, 9:35pm - - newACB catches two treasury officials, private person accepting Rs 1 lakh bribe in Chevella
The ACB on Thursday caught two treasury officials and a private person while accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe at the Chevella Sub-Treasury Office. The officials had allegedly demanded Rs 2.5 lakh from a complainant for processing salary and pension arrears.
- 28 mins ago 17 Sep 26, 9:19pm - - newHyderabad court sentences man to life imprisonment for 2020 SR Nagar murder
A local court in Hyderabad on Thursday sentenced Raju Naik to life imprisonment and imposed a Rs 16,000 fine for murdering P Ramesh in SR Nagar in 2020. Ramesh had gone missing after leaving his Vikaspuri Colony home.
- 48 mins ago 17 Sep 26, 8:59pm - - newHyderabad: Case filed against KTR’s PRO for allegedly obstructing police in Bolarum
A case has been registered against Mahesh Manikya, PRO of BRS working president K T Rama Rao, for allegedly obstructing police duties and violating restrictions at Bolarum. Police said he argued with an ACP when BRS leaders were stopped.
- 59 mins ago 17 Sep 26, 8:48pm - - newBRS MLA Sudheer Reddy accuses Revanth Reddy of diverting attention from 22-A lands issue
BRS MLA D Sudheer Reddy accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of making baseless allegations against BRS leaders to divert attention from the 22-A prohibited lands issue. He denied Bahadurpura land encroachment allegations and sought answers from the government.
- 2 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:59pm - - newCII Energy Efficiency Summit focuses on clean technology, electrification and net-zero transition
The 25th CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026 brought policymakers, industry leaders and experts together to discuss India’s net-zero transition. Speakers highlighted accelerated electrification, clean technologies, digital solutions and collaboration, while the India Heat Pump Atlas was also launched.
- 2 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:39pm - - newTelangana private engineering colleges face vigilance checks amid fee dues row
Vigilance teams are inspecting private engineering colleges across Telangana amid a dispute over pending fee reimbursement dues. The inspections cover admissions, attendance, scholarships, faculty, infrastructure and finances. Some college managements have alleged political retaliation, while the government cites verification requirements.
- 2 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:25pm - - newExpert urges Telangana Governor to return CURE Bill to Assembly
Public policy expert Donthi Narasimha Reddy has urged Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla to return the CURE Bill to the Assembly, raising concerns over its governing councils, ward committees, jurisdictional provisions, property tax and local self-governance.
- 2 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:20pm - - newHyderabad steps up safety measures for Ganesh idol immersions
With lakhs of devotees expected for Ganesh idol immersions, concerns over water safety have grown following the Patancheru drowning incident. Hydraa has deployed 394 trained swimmers at 103 water bodies, while officials stress barricading, crowd control, rescue equipment and emergency preparedness.
- 2 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:18pm - - newBRS alleges Rs 900-crore scam in Telangana residential school food procurement
BRS general secretary R S Praveen Kumar alleged a Rs 900-crore scam in centralised food procurement for Telangana’s residential welfare schools. He demanded a SIT probe, questioned NACOF’s selection and raised concerns over food quality, pricing and accountability.
- 3 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 7:01pm - - newKTR asks Nirmala Sitharaman not to impose tax on UPI transactions
BRS working president K T Rama Rao urged Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman not to impose any tax on UPI transactions, cautioning that higher digital payment costs could affect young entrepreneurs, small businesses and financial inclusion
- 3 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 6:47pm - - newDamodara Rajanarasimha inaugurates MNR Learning Hall Complex, simulation lab in Sangareddy
Health Minister Damodara Rajanarasimha inaugurated the MNR Learning Hall Complex and MNR CLINOVA Advanced Skill and Simulation Lab at MNR Medical College and Hospital in Sangareddy. The facility will offer simulation-based training to medical students and healthcare professionals.
- 3 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 6:45pm - - newCentral Gurudwara Sahib Gowliguda to celebrate centenary on September 19, 20
Central Gurudwara Sahib Gowliguda will celebrate its centenary with religious programmes on September 19 and 20. The celebrations will include a Vishesh Kirtan Darbar, Amrit Sanchar and a main Vishaal Diwan at Exhibition Grounds, with Sikh religious leaders attending.
- 3 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 6:36pm - - newDriving licence: Telangana plans mandatory online road safety course
Telangana may make an online road safety course mandatory before applicants can book their permanent driving licence test. The pilot, underway in Kukatpally, includes six modules, more than 120 videos and an assessment that applicants must pass.
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- newAtharv Ability Expands Access to Advanced Neuro-Rehabilitation Through Technology, Expertise, and Integrated Care in South India
Pharma major Lupin Limited's Atharv Ability Hyderabad is the first dedicated outpatient neuro-rehabilitation facility of its scale in South India
- 4 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 6:15pm - - newDoctor assaults trigger protests, renew security concerns at Telangana hospitals
Repeated incidents of violence against doctors at Telangana’s major teaching hospitals have raised concerns over workplace security. Recent incidents at Gandhi and Niloufer hospitals prompted protests, while doctors’ associations called for better security, functional helplines, CCTV coverage and stronger legal protection.
- 4 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 6:13pm - - newHyderabad swelters as September heat pushes temperatures above normal
Hyderabad is experiencing unusually hot and humid weather in September, with temperatures remaining 3 to 4 degrees Celsius above normal. Gurrampode in Nalgonda recorded 39.5°C, while IMD has forecast thunderstorms across Telangana in the coming days.
- 4 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 5:54pm - - newUoH gets Rs 4.98 crore ICMR grant for AI-based PCOS research
Researchers from the University of Hyderabad have received a Rs 4.98-crore ICMR grant to develop an AI-based, non-invasive blood test for PCOS. The project will study molecular signatures in blood cells and aims to create an affordable diagnostic platform.
- 4 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 5:40pm - - newEThames Business School announces second edition of TeenCEO Challenge 2026
EThames Business School has announced the second edition of its TeenCEO Challenge 2026 for students from Class VIII to Intermediate. The programme offers simulated corporate roles and leadership experience, following participation by over 3,000 students from more than 30 schools.
- 5 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 5:16pm - - newHarish Rao files criminal defamation petition against Mahesh Goud, Dayakar
BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao has filed a criminal defamation petition against TPCC president B Mahesh Kumar Goud and Congress MLC Addanki Dayakar over allegations that he performed occult rituals to prevent rains in Telangana
- 5 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 4:56pm - - newGovernment plans fee-based route to unlock 22-A properties
Telangana is working on a fee-based mechanism to clear properties from the 22-A prohibited list. The proposed charges could be around 15 per cent of government market value, with legal and administrative modalities still being examined before implementation
- 5 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 4:39pm - - newMahesh Babu continues as Dollar BigBoss brand ambassador in South India
Dollar Industries has extended its association with Mahesh Babu as the brand ambassador of Dollar BigBoss in South India. The company said the partnership has contributed to brand growth and announced a new television campaign featuring the actor
- 6 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 4:15pm - - newSecunderabad Cantonment loses open spaces to H-CITI infrastructure projects
Secunderabad Cantonment's Bowenpally playground is set to lose nearly half an acre for an elevated corridor under H-CITI. The development follows the partial loss of Trimulgherry football ground, raising concerns among local sports groups and youngsters about shrinking practice spaces.
- 6 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 4:13pm - - newUnidentified motorcyclist dies after being hit by Vande Bharat Express near Aushapur
A 25-year-old unidentified motorcyclist was killed after being hit by the Secunderabad-Tirupati Vande Bharat Express near Aushapur on Thursday morning. Railway police said the man was travelling on the tracks and was struck by the speeding train.
- 6 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 3:30pm - - newFire services, SDRF swimmers to be deployed for Ganesh immersions across Telangana
Telangana authorities will deploy trained Fire Services and SDRF swimmers at major water bodies during Ganesh idol immersions. The teams will patrol immersion points, monitor devotees entering deep waters and respond to emergencies as officials step up safety measures across the State.
- 6 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 3:25pm - - newECI directs Telangana to prepare voter rolls for two Graduates’ Constituencies
The Election Commission has directed Telangana officials to prepare fresh electoral rolls for the Mahabubnagar-Rangareddy-Hyderabad and Warangal-Khammam-Nalgonda Graduates' Constituencies. November 1, 2026, is the qualifying date, while applications in modified Form-18 will be accepted until November 6.
- 7 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 3:10pm - - newFleagram Festive Edit Season 9 to take place in Hyderabad on October 2
Fleagram Festive Edit Season 9 will be held in Hyderabad on October 2, featuring more than 100 homegrown brands. The event at Cyber Gardens Convention Centre will offer shopping, food, live music, creative workshops and activities for children.
- 9 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 1:16pm - - newTelangana declares 13-day Dasara holidays for schools
Schools across Telangana will observe 13-day Dasara holidays from October 10 to 22, with classes resuming on October 23. Students will first take Summative Assessment-I exams, while junior colleges will have holidays from October 10 to 21.
- 9 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 1:07pm - - newHyderabad: Cybercriminals allegedly hack bank employee’s social media accounts in Gachibowli
A 27-year-old bank employee staying at a PG hostel in Gachibowli approached Hyderabad cybercrime police after her social media accounts were allegedly hacked. The suspects reportedly uploaded morphed photographs and sent messages to her prospective father-in-law.
- 10 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 11:51am - - newHyderabad: NIMS resident doctors launch flash strike after alleged threat to junior doctor
Resident doctors at NIMS launched a flash strike after a junior resident was allegedly abused and threatened by patient attendants. The RDA demanded institutional action, stronger workplace security and legal backing, and announced a boycott of elective and OPD services.
- 10 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 11:43am - - newThunderstorms likely to bring relief from warm weather in Hyderabad, other Telangana districts
Thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds are likely to bring relief from warm weather in Hyderabad and other parts of Telangana over the next three days. The IMD has also issued a heavy rainfall warning for September 21 to 24
- 10 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 11:42am - - newACB catches Keesara SI accepting Rs 5 lakh bribe in PDS rice case
ACB officials caught Keesara police station SI Gnanender Reddy allegedly accepting Rs 5 lakh from a complainant in a PDS rice smuggling case. Keesara Inspector Arkepally Anjaneyulu was also booked for alleged involvement in the demand for money.
- 13 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 8:37am - - newHyderabad: Woman, father killed in road accident in Mailardevpally days before wedding
A 21-year-old woman and her father were killed after a container vehicle allegedly hit their motorcycle on Katedan Road in Mailardevpally on Wednesday night. The woman’s wedding was reportedly scheduled for early next month, police said.
- 13 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 8:28am - - newCyberabad civic body demolishes 17 unauthorised constructions
Cyberabad Municipal Corporation enforcement teams identified 18 unauthorised constructions and demolished 17 structures across three zones on Wednesday. Seven demolitions were carried out in Quthbullapur, six in Serilingampally and four in Kukatpally as part of the ongoing enforcement drive.
- 13 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 8:24am - - newHyderabad: Five arrested for murder near Ganesh mandapam in Tukaramgate
Lallaguda police arrested five persons for allegedly murdering Burugu Karthik near a Ganesh mandapam in Tukaramgate on Sunday night. Police said the murder was linked to a long-standing grudge over Karthik assisting another man in his love marriage in 2023.
- 13 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 8:21am - - newTelangana EAGLE Force freezes assets worth Rs 6.55 crore in drug trafficking case
Telangana EAGLE Force has frozen properties and movable assets estimated at Rs 6.55 crore in a cocaine and MDMA trafficking case. The action followed a financial investigation into the accused, their associates and relatives under Section 68(F) of the NDPS Act.
- 14 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 8:13am - - newPublic policy expert urges Telangana Governor to return CURE Bill for legislative reconsideration
Public policy expert Donthi Narasimha Reddy has urged Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla to return the CURE Bill, 2026, for legislative reconsideration. He flagged concerns over property tax, ward committees, executive powers and the proposed governance architecture
- 21 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 1:04am - - newTargeted murders, weapon attacks raise alarm in Hyderabad
A series of recent murders in Hyderabad has drawn attention to targeted attacks involving knives and sickles. Police say the cases appear unrelated, with motives ranging from personal rivalry to vehicle theft, while investigators rely on CCTV footage and forensic evidence
- 21 hours ago 17 Sep 26, 12:43am - - TG SAFE suspends FSSAI licences of nine food establishments in LB Nagar
TG SAFE suspended FSSAI licences of nine food establishments in LB Nagar after inspections found serious food safety violations, including spoiled meat and vegetables, pest infestations, expired food and poor hygiene. Officials inspected 20 establishments and collected 20 food samples for testing
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:56pm - - Harish Rao challenges Revanth to judicial probe into 22-A land row
BRS leader T Harish Rao challenged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to order a judicial inquiry into the Bhu Bharati and 22-A land controversies, demanded a white paper on land additions and removals, and alleged the Congress government had failed to provide relief
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:52pm - - Revanth Reddy brings ‘black magic’ charge to Assembly
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy revived allegations of occult rituals against BRS leaders in the Telangana Assembly on Wednesday, accusing them of seeking to cause drought. The remarks came amid Harish Rao’s demand for greater use of available water for irrigation
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:45pm - - Congress MLAs flag low crop diversification, seek support for farmers
Congress MLAs in Telangana Assembly raised concerns over limited crop diversification, declining vegetable cultivation, monkey menace and shortage of oil palm saplings. They urged the government to provide subsidies, establish cold storage units and create awareness among farmers
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:36pm - - Tons of garbage pile up across Hyderabad after Ganesh festival
Tons of garbage and biodegradable waste accumulated across Hyderabad roads over two days, particularly near Ganesh pandals and markets. GHMC sanitation teams launched a massive cleanup drive after more than 80 per cent of workers were absent during Ganesh festival celebrations.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:33pm - - No alliance with BJP ahead of 2028 Telangana Assembly polls, says KTR
BRS working president K T Rama Rao said the party would contest the next Telangana general elections independently and ruled out an alliance with the BJP. He also discussed delimitation, artificial intelligence, governance, Telangana's development and its innovation ecosystem
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:26pm - - Sridhar Babu invites Singapore companies to invest in Bharat Future City
Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu invited Singapore companies to explore investment opportunities in Bharat Future City and Telangana’s semiconductor ecosystem. He highlighted sectors including advanced manufacturing, electronics, life sciences and green technology and invited Singapore participation in the Telangana Rising Global Summit.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:26pm - - ‘Vevela Oohale Chupina’ song from ‘Baa Baa Black Sheep’ released
The second song, ‘Vevela Oohale Chupina’, from crime comedy ‘Baa Baa Black Sheep’ was released by Anil Ravipudi. Directed by Guni Manchikanti, the film, shot entirely in Meghalaya, is scheduled for theatrical release on October 9.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:20pm - - KTR calls for long-term solutions to urban problems
BRS working president KT Rama Rao called for holistic and long-term solutions to urban problems while cautioning leaders against knee-jerk responses. Speaking at a cross-party dialogue in New Delhi, he highlighted infrastructure, public transport and capital access challenges.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 8:00pm - - Chandrakant Agrawal, Ratnavali Kottapalli receive Indian Humanitarian Award
Thalassemia & Sickle Cell Society president Dr Chandrakant Agrawal and senior vice-president Ratnavali Kottapalli have been honoured with the Indian Humanitarian Award for their contributions to healthcare, voluntary blood donation, patient welfare, community development and awareness about blood disorders.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 7:53pm - - All India Majlis Tameer-e-Millat to hold meeting on fall of Hyderabad
The All India Majlis Tameer-e-Millat will organise a public meeting on “Historical Facts of the Fall of Hyderabad” at Khwaja Shouq Hall, Urdu Maskan, on September 17. Majlis president Syed Ayub Hussaini will preside over the meeting.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 7:43pm - - VCIWU invites applications for PG diploma in Family and Marriage Counselling
Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University has invited applications from eligible women graduates for its one-year PG Diploma in Family and Marriage Counselling. Classes will be conducted offline, with direct admission for eligible candidates. Applications must be submitted by September 26, 2026.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 6:40pm - - Hirata Corporation partners with Hyderabad-based ATS India for semiconductor equipment
Japanese semiconductor equipment company Hirata Corporation has partnered with Hyderabad-based ATS India, which will serve as its exclusive distributor in India. The collaboration will provide local access to backend semiconductor equipment and automation technology and support the growth of India’s manufacturing ecosystem.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 6:05pm - - TGSRTC to develop 13 modern bus stations under new Integrated Transit System
TGSRTC plans to develop 13 modern bus stations across Telangana under a new Integrated Transit System model. The proposed hubs will offer multimodal connectivity, upgraded passenger amenities, shopping and business spaces, food courts, entertainment facilities and other commercial services.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 6:00pm - - Cyberabad police recover over 1,200 lost, stolen phones worth Rs 2.43 crore
Cyberabad Police recovered 1,218 lost and stolen mobile phones worth Rs 2.43 crore during the 11th phase of their CEIR-based drive. Phones were traced by three CCS units and returned to owners, while the commissioner urged citizens to report missing devices.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 5:55pm - - Hyderabad weather: September heat pushes ‘feels like’ temperature to 40°C
Hyderabad experienced hot and humid conditions on Wednesday, with Gachibowli recording 37.1°C, the highest among several city locations. High moisture made conditions feel hotter, while IMD forecasts a drop in temperatures from Thursday along with thunderstorms and gusty winds.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 5:45pm - - 50 kg rotten meat seized during food safety inspection in Dilsukhnagar
Food safety officials conducting a surprise inspection at Bahar Biryani Cafe in Dilsukhnagar seized 50 kg of rotten and stale meat and several expired ingredients. The team recommended suspension of the restaurant’s FSSAI licence and sent food samples for laboratory analysis.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 5:02pm - - Telangana HC postpones judgment on Danam Nagender disqualification petition to Friday
The Telangana High Court has reportedly postponed its judgment on petitions challenging the Speaker’s decision rejecting the disqualification plea against Khairatabad MLA Danam Nagender over his defection from the BRS to the Congress, with the judgment now expected Friday.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 4:55pm - - KNRUHS announces second phase of BDS counselling for 2026–27
KNRUHS has announced the second phase of web-based counselling for BDS admissions under the Competent Authority Quota for 2026–27. Eligible candidates can exercise web options from September 16 to 18 for seats in government, private and Army dental colleges.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 4:53pm - - Govt admits attack on KTR’s staff at Saifabad police station in High Court
The Telangana High Court directed police to preserve CCTV footage from Saifabad police station after the government acknowledged that an incident had occurred there involving two BRS working president KT Rama Rao's staff members. The BRS had filed a writ petition
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 4:37pm - - CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026 focuses on India’s Net Zero transition
The CII Energy Efficiency Summit 2026 began in Hyderabad with policymakers, industry leaders and sustainability experts discussing India’s Net Zero transition. The event also featured the Power Plant Summit and PaperTech 2026, focusing on energy efficiency, clean technologies and sustainable manufacturing.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 3:40pm - - South Central Railway announces special trains between Hyderabad, Vatva
South Central Railway has announced special trains between Hyderabad and Vatva to clear the extra rush during Ganesh Chaturthi. The services will operate on September 19 and 21, with halts at major stations including Pune, Surat, Vadodara and Vikarabad.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 3:35pm - - Sharjah government, WTITC join hands for technology, innovation partnership
The Government of Sharjah and WTITC have signed an MoU to strengthen technology and innovation collaboration. The partnership will support applied research, technology transfer, pilot projects, knowledge exchange and commercialisation, while connecting Sharjah’s innovation ecosystem with the global Telugu technology community.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 3:30pm - - Old City property owners turn to rental income as demand, rents rise
Rising rents and sustained housing demand are encouraging property owners in Hyderabad’s Old City to add floors or redevelop ancestral properties. Rental agents say location, connectivity, schools, hospitals, markets, security and parking are driving demand and supporting higher rental values.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 3:25pm - - 24-karat gold-coated Ganesh idol adorned with 3.83 lakh American diamonds in Hyderabad
A 24-karat gold-coated Ganesh idol adorned with more than 3.83 lakh American diamonds has become an attraction at Feelkhana in Hyderabad’s Begum Bazaar. Crafted by eight Kolkata goldsmiths over eight months, the idol combines intricate jewellery work with traditional elements.
- 1 day ago 16 Sep 26, 3:15pm - - Ganesh idol immersions begin at Hussain Sagar on third day of festivities
Hussain Sagar witnessed a small number of Ganesh idol immersions on the third day of Vinayaka Chaturthi festivities. Devotees brought idols from their homes, while families gathered along Tank Bund. The centralised immersion in Hyderabad is scheduled for September 25.
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