- newTelangana HC reserves order on anticipatory bail plea of Bandi Sai Bageerath in POCSO case
The Telangana High Court has reserved orders on the anticipatory bail plea of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case registered at Petbasheerabad police station. Justice T Madhavi Devi heard arguments late into the night, with counsels citing Supreme Court and High Court precedents.
- 6 hours ago 16 May 26, 12:24am - - new‘Judgment based on aastha’: Asaduddin Owaisi likens Bhojshala verdict to Babri ruling
AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi has sharply criticized the Madhya Pradesh High Court’s order declaring the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula mosque complex a temple, drawing parallels with the Supreme Court’s Babri Masjid verdict.
- 6 hours ago 16 May 26, 12:15am - - newBRS women seek Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s resignation over son’s POCSO case
BRS women leaders staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding the arrest of Bandi Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case and sought Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s resignation.
- 7 hours ago 15 May 26, 11:24pm - - newRevanth Reddy defends probe pace, urges Bandi Sanjay to hand over son to police
Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy said Bandi Sai Bhageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar and accused in a POCSO case, was absconding. He defended the police action, stressing that procedures had to be followed carefully in sensitive cases, especially involving minors.
- 9 hours ago 15 May 26, 9:12pm - - newHyderabad: Education Week Alumni meet held at Indira Priyadarshini College
Indira Priyadarshini Government Degree College for Women, Nampally, organised its Education Week Alumni Meet‑2026 as part of Praja Palana and Pragathi Palana.
- 10 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:57pm - - newNine-year-old missing girl traced, reunited with family in Chatrinaka
A nine-year-old girl who went missing during a family function in Hyderabad was reunited with her mother within hours, thanks to prompt police action.
- 10 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:51pm - - newHyderabad-based Sigma Advanced Systems bags export order worth USD 11.4 mn
Sigma Advanced Systems has secured an export order worth USD 11.4 million (Rs 107 crore) from a North American customer to supply filled fuzes for 155 mm artillery shells.
- 10 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:40pm - - newRevanth vows Musi project at any cost, warns against encroachments
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has reiterated his commitment to the Musi river rejuvenation project, warning that encroachments near water bodies will be demolished without hesitation.
- 10 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:19pm - - newCentral Bank of India hosts corporate, exporters’ meets in Hyderabad
Central Bank of India organised Corporate Customers’ Meet and Exporters’ Meet in Hyderabad to strengthen engagement with key industries. Senior officials interacted with corporates and exporters, highlighting customised financial solutions and innovative banking products to support industrial growth and export-oriented businesses.
- 10 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:13pm - - newMinor fire in empty coach of Hyderabad–Jaipur special train at railway station
A minor fire broke out in an empty coach of the Hyderabad–Jaipur Special Train at Hyderabad railway station on Friday evening before departure. Railway officials brought the fire under control quickly, with no injuries reported. The cause of the incident is under investigation.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:03pm - - newGHMC commissioner visits shamshabad to review census house listing operation
GHMC Commissioner R V Karnan inspected the Census House Listing Operation in Shamshabad and reviewed field-level implementation at Enumeration Blocks 83 and 94. He directed officials to ensure complete household coverage, accurate data collection and timely completion of the exercise by June 9.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:56pm - - newNIPER Hyderabad, Boehringer Ingelheim tie up to advance pharmaceutical research
Boehringer Ingelheim India has signed two five-year MoUs with NIPER Hyderabad and Ahmedabad to strengthen pharmaceutical research, education and innovation. The collaboration will enable academic exchange, joint research initiatives and access to the company’s global open science platform opnMe.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:54pm - - newUFERWAS delegation submits memorandum to police on domestic worker verification
A delegation of RWA representatives led by U-FERWAS and the Confederation of RWAs met the Additional DCP of Secunderabad Zone to raise concerns over safety of women homeowners and senior citizens following incidents involving domestic workers.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:49pm - - newCases registered against social media accounts for revealing POCSO victim’s identity
Pet Basheerabad police registered fresh cases against social media users and administrators for allegedly circulating photos, videos and personal details of a minor involved in a POCSO case. Police warned that revealing identities of child victims is punishable under law.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:42pm - - newTransport Minister Ponnam slams BJP for revising fuel prices
Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar accused the BJP-led Centre of misleading people by raising fuel prices soon after Assembly elections in four States. He said the government had assured voters there would be no hike, but reversed its stance once results were declared, citing the West Asia conflict as justification.
- 11 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:29pm -
- newRithvik, Manikanteshwar and Dinesh shine in HCA League T20 matches
Rithvik Goud’s unbeaten 122, Manikanteshwar Reddy’s century and five-wicket hauls by R. Dinesh and Vivek Singh stood out as several teams registered emphatic wins in the HCA League A and B-Division T20 league-cum-knockout championship matches played on Friday.
- 12 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:57pm - - newOsmania University announces PhD category-I admissions
Osmania University has announced the PhD Category-I admission notification for the academic year 2026, inviting online applications from candidates holding JRF qualifications in national-level tests.
- 12 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:56pm - - newBRS women stage protest over POCSO case, demand immediate arrest of Sai Bageerath
Scores of BRS women activists staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding the arrest of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son Sai Bageerath in a POCSO case. Protesters alleged police inaction and accused authorities of shielding the accused, leading to detentions
- 12 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:42pm - - newVihaan Jain clinches maiden IGU Junior Boys Golf title in Visakhapatnam
Railways shooter Sonam Uttam Maskar clinched the gold medal in the 10m Air Rifle Women event at the 24th Kumar Surendra Singh Memorial Shooting Championship in Bhopal. Elavenil Valarivan secured silver, while Arya Borse took bronze in a closely contested final.
- 12 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:27pm - - newTelangana govt degree colleges emerge top choice for UG education
Government degree colleges in Telangana have emerged as the top choice for undergraduate admissions, securing nearly half of the 56,147 seats allotted in the first phase of DOST 2026 counselling.
- 12 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:25pm - - newPOCSO case: Bandi Sai Bageerath skips police questioning again
The investigation into a POCSO case against Bandi Sai Bageerath intensified after he failed to appear before Pet-Basheerabad police for questioning for the second time. The suspect had earlier sought additional time and has now moved the Telangana High Court for anticipatory bail.
- 13 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:00pm - - newKhaleel, Thushara to miss IPL
Kuldip Yadav will join CSK for Rs. 30 lakh
- 13 hours ago 15 May 26, 5:49pm - - newBRS leaders protest fuel price hike at LB Nagar in Hyderabad
BRS MLA Devirreddy Sudheer Reddy and party leaders staged a protest at LB Nagar against the Central government’s fuel price hike. He alleged that the increase in petrol and diesel prices was affecting ordinary people and said protests would continue.
- 13 hours ago 15 May 26, 5:28pm - - newArmy Public School Golconda records 100 pc pass in CBSE Class XII exams
Army Public School Golconda achieved a 100% pass percentage in the CBSE Class XII Board Examinations 2026, with all 63 students clearing the exams. Several students scored above 90%, while centum marks were secured in Business Studies, Artificial Intelligence and other subjects.
- 13 hours ago 15 May 26, 5:21pm - - newBalapur POCSO case: Man sentenced to life imprisonment
A special court sentenced a man to life imprisonment in a 2021 Balapur sexual assault case involving a minor girl. Two others received three-year prison terms for assisting the offence and threatening the survivor’s family. The court also awarded Rs 4 lakh compensation.
- 14 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:49pm - - newSeven flyovers and underpasses planned around KBR Park by 2028
The GHMC is constructing seven steel flyovers and seven underpasses around KBR National Park under the H-CITI project to ease congestion and create signal-free junctions. The infrastructure works, estimated at Rs 1,090 crore, are expected to be completed by December 2028.
- 14 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:41pm - - newASMS, BITS Pilani partner to develop digital solutions for rural India
Avio Smart Market Stack Limited and BITS Pilani have signed a strategic MoU to develop AI-driven digital solutions for rural India. The collaboration aims to improve governance, financial inclusion, healthcare access and sustainable farming for over 40 million rural residents.
- 14 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:33pm - - newMedicover Hospitals launches advanced eye centre in Hitec City
Medicover Hospitals, Hitec City, has launched a state-of-the-art Advanced Eye Centre offering specialised cataract, retina, corneal and neuro-ophthalmology services. Inaugurated by Amala Akkineni, the facility provides advanced diagnostic, surgical and retinal care through modern technology and specialised ophthalmology expertise.
- 14 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:19pm - - newTelangana history-themed ‘Bommala Palleki’ video competition announced
Kotha Telangana Charitra Brundam has announced ‘Bommala Palleki’, a video competition aimed at showcasing Telangana’s history, culture and natural beauty through visual storytelling. Participants can submit Telugu videos under multiple themes before the May 29 deadline.
- 14 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:12pm - - newKIMS doctors perform robotic spine surgery on 10-year-old with rare cancer
Doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Kondapur, successfully treated a 10-year-old Hyderabad boy diagnosed with rare spinal cancer using advanced robotic spine surgery. The child, diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma after chemotherapy, underwent robotic-guided spinal surgery for complete tumour removal and spinal fixation.
- 15 hours ago 15 May 26, 4:00pm - - newTelangana: Women, transgender groups seek arrest of POCSO accused Bandi Bageerath
A joint forum of women’s and transgender organisations in Telangana has urged police to immediately arrest the accused in a POCSO case registered at Pet Basheerabad. The group also raised concerns over delays in the investigation and circulation of the survivor’s images online.
- 15 hours ago 15 May 26, 3:45pm - - newTwo youths jailed for harassment of women in Hyderabad
Hyderabad She Teams secured convictions in two harassment cases involving repeated abuse through phone calls and social media platforms. The court sentenced both accused to simple imprisonment and imposed fines for causing mental distress to women victims.
- 15 hours ago 15 May 26, 3:34pm - - newThree-ingredient mocktails become a refreshing summer trend at home
As summer temperatures rise, simple three-ingredient mocktails are becoming a popular homemade refreshment option. Using fruits, herbs, soda and fresh juices, these quick and budget-friendly drinks offer refreshing flavours perfect for warm evenings, family gatherings and casual summer parties.
- 15 hours ago 15 May 26, 3:25pm - - newWatch: People remind Revanth Reddy of past fuel price remarks, seek VAT reduction
People in Telangana are reminding Chief Minister Revanth Reddy of his earlier criticism of fuel price hikes and demanding that his government reduce VAT on petrol and diesel, as fuel prices in the State continue to remain among the highest in India
- 15 hours ago 15 May 26, 3:13pm - - newKTR alleges Congress giving POCSO case accused a free pass
BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of shielding Bandi Sai Bageerath in the ongoing POCSO case and failing to support the victim. BRS leader Manne Krishank also criticised the State’s legal representation during the court proceedings
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 3:01pm - - newLife-Size Gorillas Become The New Wedding Obsession
Life-size dancing gorillas are becoming a major entertainment trend at weddings and celebrations in Hyderabad. Event organisers say the interactive mascots keep guests engaged, create social media-friendly moments, and are increasingly being booked for baraats, sangeet nights, birthdays and cocktail parties
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:58pm - - newCan Walking Really Replace the Gym? Here’s Why Many Think So
Walking is increasingly becoming a preferred fitness activity among people with busy lifestyles due to its convenience and flexibility. Experts say regular walking supports heart health, improves stamina and encourages healthier habits, reflecting a broader shift towards sustainable and realistic fitness routines
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:51pm - - newSatwik and Chirag enter Thailand Open semifinals, Sindhu exits
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the semifinals of the Thailand Open badminton championship with a straight-game win over Japan’s Takumi Nomura and Yuichi Shimogami. PV Sindhu, however, bowed out after losing to top seed Akane Yamaguchi in the quarterfinals
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:37pm - - newHyderabad golfer Saatvic Kumar Singh finishes third in Andhra Pradesh junior championship
Hyderabad golfer Saatvic Kumar Singh secured the second runner-up position in the IGU Andhra Pradesh State Junior Golf Championship 2026 held at East Point Golf Club in Visakhapatnam. The DPS Hyderabad student finished the tournament with a total score of 303
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:32pm - - newSIT to recreate events in POCSO case involving Bandi Sanjay’s son
The SIT probing the POCSO case against Union Minister of State Bandi Sanjay’s son Sai Bageerath is planning to recreate the sequence of events at locations mentioned in the complaint, including a farmhouse in Moinabad, as efforts continue to trace the suspect
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:27pm - - newKT Rama Rao demands immediate opening of TIMS hospital in Sanathnagar
BRS working president KT Rama Rao inspected the TIMS hospital in Sanathnagar and demanded that the Congress government make the facility operational without delay. He said the hospital was built to provide world-class healthcare and reduce dependence on overcrowded government hospitals
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:21pm - - newTelangana allows failed SSC students since 2015 to appear for supplementary exams
The Education department has allowed candidates who failed SSC Public Examinations since 2015 under the CCE pattern to appear for backlog subjects in the SSC Advanced Supplementary Examinations scheduled from June 5 to 12, offering major relief to thousands of students across Telangana
- 16 hours ago 15 May 26, 2:16pm - - newTATA IPL 2026 records highest-ever reach across TV and digital platforms
JioStar has reported record reach and engagement for TATA IPL 2026 across television and digital platforms as the race for the play-offs intensifies. Digital reach, CTV viewership and regional language watch-time have shown significant growth, attracting several new advertisers this season
- 17 hours ago 15 May 26, 1:50pm - - newHyderabad records highest petrol and diesel prices among metro cities
Hyderabad has become the costliest metro city in the country for petrol and diesel after the latest fuel price hike by oil marketing companies. High VAT imposed by the Telangana government has significantly contributed to the steep fuel rates compared to other major cities
- 17 hours ago 15 May 26, 1:25pm - - newTelangana reels under heatwave as thunderstorms hit several districts
Telangana is witnessing extreme weather conditions with northern districts facing intense heatwave conditions while southern and western regions are likely to receive thunderstorms. IMD Hyderabad has issued orange alerts for several districts as humidity levels continue to rise in Hyderabad and nearby areas
- 17 hours ago 15 May 26, 1:18pm - - newK Sudhakar elected Hyderabad District Handball Association general secretary
K Sudhakar has been elected as the new general secretary of the Hyderabad District Handball Association during an executive committee meeting at LB Stadium. The appointment follows the resignation of former general secretary Sanjeev Kumar, which was formally accepted by the association
- 17 hours ago 15 May 26, 1:13pm - - newMassive rally held at Amangal demanding action against Bandi’s son
A massive candle rally was held in Amangal, Rangareddy, to demand the arrest of Bandi Bhageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, in a POCSO case. Led by BRS leader RS Praveen Kumar, protesters accused the Congress government of protecting the absconding suspect and harassing the victim's family
- 18 hours ago 15 May 26, 12:59pm - - newBRS MLC decides to boycott meeting on revenue and housing departments, citing delay in processing earlier appeals
BRS MLC Pochampally Srinivas Reddy announced a boycott of Friday’s revenue and housing review meeting, citing deliberate delays in clearing his development proposals. He alleged that ₹124.20 lakh in constituency funds remain unapproved, hampering public works and violating his rights.
- 18 hours ago 15 May 26, 12:52pm - - newNarrow escape for 36 passengers as bus catches fire in Andhra’s Prakasam
Thirty-six passengers narrowly escaped after a Kaveri Travels bus caught fire in Andhra Pradesh’s Prakasam district early Friday. The driver’s quick actions allowed all aboard to deboard before the vehicle was completely gutted; no casualties were reported
- 19 hours ago 15 May 26, 11:30am - - new60 litres and counting: Jwala Gutta’s postpartum journey sparks milk donation drive
Former badminton player Jwala Gutta revealed that she donated nearly 60 litres of breast milk to government hospitals in Hyderabad and Chennai. Through her motherhood journey, she is raising awareness about donor milk and the urgent need for support for NICU babies
- 19 hours ago 15 May 26, 11:17am - - newAfter Hyderabad and other places, posters targeting Bandi Sanjay’s son appear in Nizamabad
Posters targeting Bandi Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, appeared across Nizamabad on Friday, labeling him "absconding." The posters follow a POCSO case filed against him, sparking political backlash and public demands for equal legal action regardless of political status
- 19 hours ago 15 May 26, 11:12am - - newKieron Pollard fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct
Mumbai Indians batting coach Kieron Pollard has been fined 15 per cent of his match fee and handed one demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during the match against Punjab Kings after allegedly using abusive language towards the fourth umpire
- 20 hours ago 15 May 26, 10:45am - - newIPL 2026 playoff race heats up as eight teams remain in contention
The IPL 2026 playoff race has intensified with eight teams still in contention for the top four spots. Crucial matches involving Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Chennai Super Kings, Sunrisers Hyderabad, and Punjab Kings could determine the final playoff standings
- 20 hours ago 15 May 26, 10:32am - - newNewly married woman killed in road mishap
A 25-year-old newly married woman died after a speeding tipper lorry hit the scooter she was travelling on with her husband and two children in Hyderabad’s Chandrayangutta area. Police have launched an investigation and are examining CCTV footage to trace the driver
- 21 hours ago 15 May 26, 9:25am - - newMinor girl’s mother seeks fair probe in Bandi Bageerath POCSO case
The mother of a minor girl in the POCSO case involving Union Minister of State Bandi Sanjay’s son, Bandi Bageerath, sought a fair investigation and alleged emotional abuse, intimidation, and pressure on the family after approaching the police in May 2026
- 21 hours ago 15 May 26, 9:15am - - newFull text of the statement of POCSO case complainant in Hyderabad
The mother of the victim in the POCSO case registered against Bandi Sai Bageerath issued a statement giving more details of the case and an appeal. Here is the complete and unedited text of the statement issued to the media
- 22 hours ago 15 May 26, 8:16am - - newHere are the hiked fuel prices in Hyderabad
Here are the fuel prices in Hyderabad after the oil companies announced an upward revision in the prices of petrol and diesel.
- 23 hours ago 15 May 26, 7:17am - - newPetrol and diesel prices hiked by Rs 3 per litre amid Iran–Israel conflict crisis
Oil companies increased petrol and diesel prices by around Rs 3 per litre from Friday, citing disruptions linked to the Iran-Israel conflict and Strait of Hormuz crisis, with fuel rates in Delhi witnessing a sharp rise
- 24 hours ago 15 May 26, 6:46am - - India–Australia Smart Farm Network Initiative launched at PJTAU
The Research and Innovation Circle of Hyderabad (RICH), along with Australian and Indian institutions, launched the India–Australia Smart Farm Network in Hyderabad.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 11:58pm - - ACB court summons KTR, three others in Formula-E case
An ACB court in Hyderabad has summoned BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao, senior IAS officer Arvind Kumar, and two others in connection with the Formula‑E race case.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 11:32pm - - Governor urges citizens to conserve fuel, save foreign exchange
Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla has urged the Chief Minister to instruct Ministers and officials to reduce vehicle usage in government departments and avoid large convoys.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 10:33pm - - POCSO case: Telangana High Court hears Bandi Bageerath bail petition
The Telangana High Court vacation bench on Thursday admitted the anticipatory bail plea of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Sai Bageerath, accused in a POCSO case. Justice T. Madhavi Devi posted the matter to Friday after heated arguments between counsels.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 10:03pm - - AIDSO protests in Hyderabad, demands probe into NEET UG 2026 paper leak
The AIDSO staged a protest in Hyderabad demanding strict action over the alleged NEET UG 2026 paper leak. The students’ body sought a judicially supervised probe, full disclosure of findings, and reforms to ensure transparency and accountability in national-level examinations.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 9:26pm - - NFDB to hold national workshop on fisheries cooperatives in Hyderabad on May 15
The National Fisheries Development Board, along with the Department of Fisheries and the Ministry of Cooperation, will host a national workshop on fisheries cooperatives in Hyderabad on May 15.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 9:13pm - - RTC bus accident at Rathifile leaves one seriously injured
A TGSRTC bus lost control at the Rathifile bus stop in Hyderabad on Thursday, causing panic among commuters. One youth sustained serious leg injuries after being struck, and was rushed to Gandhi Hospital.
- 1 day ago 14 May 26, 9:06pm -