- newLaw a promising career option for youngsters, says High Court advocate
High Court advocate Omer Farooq highlighted the growing career opportunities in law while addressing youngsters at a career guidance session in Hyderabad. He stressed the importance of reading and analytical skills and discussed opportunities in courts, law firms and specialised fields.
- 2 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 10:25pm - - newTelangana High Court questions HYDRAA demolition of private property in Kondapur
The Telangana High Court questioned HYDRAA’s demolition of structures on private land in Kondapur, expressing concern over lack of notice, verification and due process. The court said government authorities were misleading the judiciary and ordered detailed counter-affidavits.
- 3 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 10:06pm - - newHostels in Hyderabad IT hub unsafe for residents, flouting safety norms
Several hostels and PG accommodations in Hyderabad’s IT corridor are allegedly operating with serious safety violations. Residents in Anjaiah Nagar, Gachibowli, Madhapur and Kondapur face blocked exits, missing fire extinguishers and alarms, overcrowded rooms and inadequate security.
- 3 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:57pm - - newHyderabad: 24-year-old killed after lorry runs over him in Shamshabad
A 24-year-old private employee, Kondurg Venkatesh, was killed after a lorry ran over him near Palamakula in Shamshabad on Monday evening. His friend Likki Karthik Reddy, who was riding pillion, suffered serious injuries in the accident.
- 3 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:35pm - - newPortion of ceiling collapses at Hyderabad’s historic Government City College
A portion of the corridor ceiling at Hyderabad’s historic Government City College collapsed on Monday morning, raising concerns among students and staff. Charminar MLA Mir Zulfiqar Ali inspected the heritage building and called for a structural assessment and urgent restoration work.
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:11pm - - newFour South Central Railway players selected for Asian Games kabaddi squad
Four South Central Railway players - Ritu Negi, Pinky Roy, Avan Lohchab and Sumit Sangwan - have been selected for India’s men’s and women’s kabaddi squads for the 2026 Asian Games in Japan
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:11pm - - newSCB approves Rs 35 crore for defence land linked to elevated corridors project
The Secunderabad Cantonment Board approved a corrigendum issued by the Ministry of Defence involving Rs 35.28 crore towards defence and cantonment land for elevated corridors on National Highway-44 and State Highway-01, with HMDA depositing the amount in an Escrow account.
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:02pm - - newIOA seeks verification of Telangana Olympic Association electoral process
Indian Olympic Association president Dr P.T. Usha has urged the Telangana Government to facilitate verification of the Telangana Olympic Association’s electoral college and, if necessary, an independent electoral process, citing concerns over governance, stakeholder confidence and sports development
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 9:00pm - - newYashwanth, Manogna win 100m titles at Hyderabad junior athletics meet
Yashwanth and Manogna won the Under-20 boys’ and girls’ 100m titles respectively at the Hyderabad District Junior Athletics Championship. The meet featured competitions across Under-14, Under-16, Under-18 and Under-20 categories in track and field events
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 8:56pm - - newTFA to hold A-Division Rahim League managers meeting on August 27
The Telangana Football Association will hold a meeting of A-Division Rahim League team managers on August 27 at its office at Lal Bahadur Stadium. TFA secretary G.P. Palguna urged all affiliated team managers to attend the meeting
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 8:51pm - - newRaiyan Faisal wins two golds, sets Telangana shooting record
Telangana junior rifle shooter Raiyan Faisal Yousufuddin won two gold medals and set a new State record at the Second Telangana Big Bore Shooting Championship. He scored 287/300 in the 300m Rifle Prone Junior Men Individual event
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 8:48pm - - newMilad-un-Nabi meeting: Hyderabad traffic police issue diversion advisory
Hyderabad traffic police have announced route diversions around Darussalam ahead of a Milad-un-Nabi public meeting scheduled for Tuesday evening. Commuters have been advised to avoid affected routes, follow alternate roads and use only designated parking spaces near the venue
- 4 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 8:22pm - - newBuilding owner arrested in Anjaiah Nagar collapse case
Raidurgam police arrested Syed Sajid, owner of the under-construction building that collapsed at Anjaiah Nagar, killing two workers and injuring two others. Contractor Khaja Moinuddin, who was also booked under BNS Section 105, remains absconding.
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 7:16pm - - newMan sentenced to life imprisonment for Narsingi woman’s murder
A Ranga Reddy court sentenced a 29-year-old man to life imprisonment for murdering a woman in Narsingi in 2021. Police said CCTV footage and call data records helped establish his movements before the woman was killed and her belongings stolen.
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 7:11pm - - newLaunchPadX hackathon draws 1,034 students in Hyderabad
LaunchPadX, the National Innovation Hackathon 2026, was conducted at SNIST Hyderabad to promote innovation and entrepreneurial thinking among students. A total of 231 teams comprising 1,034 students participated, with the Rudra team from ACE Engineering College winning the competition
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- newKRMB panel defers decision on Krishna water use
The KRMB's three-member committee deferred a decision on the utilisation of Srisailam and Nagarjuna Sagar waters, prioritising drinking water amid El Nino conditions. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh differed over water releases and Pothireddypadu utilisation, with another meeting scheduled on September 4
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:56pm - - newSugar price surge hits Hyderabad sweet shops ahead of festivals
A sharp increase in sugar prices is putting pressure on sweet shops, bakeries and caterers in Hyderabad ahead of Raksha Bandhan and Milad-un-Nabi. While some businesses have raised prices, others are absorbing the higher costs to retain customers.
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:54pm - - newMan dies after falling from first floor of under-construction building in Narsingi
A 25-year-old man, Jaggeshetti Sai Teja, died after accidentally falling from the first floor of an under-construction building at an RK Construction site in Narsingi on Monday morning. Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:47pm - - newHyderabad Marathon 2026 set to draw 32,000 runners
The 15th Hyderabad Marathon will be held on August 29 and 30, with more than 32,000 runners expected across four categories. The event has secured the World Athletics Label and will highlight sustainability initiatives and charity fundraising.
- 6 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:46pm - - newMinister Ponguleti admits 22A errors, accuses BRS of blowing out of proportions
Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy blamed officials for erroneously including genuine properties in the 22A prohibited list and assured that the errors would be corrected. He said nearly 98 per cent of genuine registrations among booked slots had been cleared
- 7 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:08pm - - newACB catches Revenue Inspector taking Rs 14,000 bribe
The Anti-Corruption Bureau caught an Alair Revenue Inspector and a Grama Palana Officer in a Rs 14,000 bribe case. The inspector allegedly demanded the money to issue a report facilitating land registration, with the amount recovered from the GPO.
- 7 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 6:00pm - - newTelangana rains to continue for next few days
The monsoon has become active over Telangana after a brief lull, bringing heavy rain to several districts. More showers are expected over the next week, with yellow alerts issued for some areas. Hyderabad experienced persistent drizzle and cloudy conditions.
- 7 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 5:57pm - - newOggu Katha artists honoured at University of Hyderabad
The Oggu Katha Universe 2025 Honours at the University of Hyderabad celebrated Telangana’s folk heritage by honouring 25 artists. The event featured folk performances, a screening of the English documentary ‘Gods in the Voice’ and a Bathukamma workshop.
- 8 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 5:10pm - - newCMC flags 38 unauthorised buildings after Anjaiah Nagar collapse
Following the Anjaiah Nagar building collapse, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation enforcement teams identified 38 unauthorised under-construction buildings. Officials served 28 notices, seized one building and demolished nine structures, targeting construction violations on plots below and above 75 square yards.
- 8 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 5:00pm - - newTGSRTC plans new bus terminals, depots in Hyderabad
TGSRTC plans to expand bus infrastructure in Greater Hyderabad, with new terminals proposed at Uppal, Gajularamaram and Bahadurpura. New depots are planned at Musheerabad and Jawaharnagar, while the corporation aims to increase its total depots from 26 to 31.
- 8 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:55pm - - newFake cop held in Rs 1.2 crore cheating case in Hyderabad
Hyderabad CCS officials arrested an Andhra Pradesh man accused of cheating a businessman of Rs 1.2 crore by posing as a senior police officer. Police said he promised high investment returns, used documents and cheques to gain trust and later threatened victims.
- 8 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:45pm - - newUS envoy visits Tata-Lockheed Martin Aerospace facility in Hyderabad
US Ambassador to India Sergio Gor visited the Tata Lockheed Martin Aerostructures facility in Hyderabad, where he toured the C-130J Super Hercules production line. The visit highlighted the expanding Tata-Lockheed partnership and India’s growing role in aerospace and defence manufacturing.
- 8 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:37pm - - newFESA 2026 highlights fire and safety challenges in pharma sector
FESA 2026 in Hyderabad brought together fire, security and EHS experts to address safety challenges in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The seminar highlighted a six-pillar safety approach and showcased technologies including AI video analytics, thermal imaging and advanced fire detection systems
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:13pm - - newGachibowli building collapse: HYDRAA orders safety drive
HYDRAA Commissioner A V Ranganath has ordered identification and demolition of unsafe buildings in Anjaiah Nagar, Gachibowli, following the collapse of a seven-storey building that killed two workers. Officials said several structures were illegally extended beyond their approved limits.
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:05pm - - newThe GTA 6 leaks fiasco: What to make of a chaotic week for Rockstar?
GTA VI leaks by the anonymous group Cyberleek have exposed gameplay and map details ahead of Rockstar’s planned reveal. While the group claims to champion gamer rights, its cryptocurrency activities have raised questions about its motives as Take-Two pursues legal action.
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 4:00pm - - newTwo-year-old undergoes epilepsy surgery at Yashoda Hospitals
A two-year-old girl from Bhongir has become seizure-free after undergoing advanced epilepsy surgery at Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad. Doctors identified a small lesion in the brain as the likely cause after medicines failed to control her frequent seizures.
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 3:57pm - - newCounterfeit products across categories pose challenge to brands and consumers
A survey by ASPA and Crisil Intelligence found that 46 per cent of Hyderabadis encountered counterfeit products in the past year, while 91 per cent had encountered one in their lifetime. Experts called for greater awareness and easier verification mechanisms
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 3:31pm - - newRevanth neither fully used Kaleshwaram nor completed Tummidihatti: Jeevan Reddy
BRS leader T Jeevan Reddy criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over the alleged neglect of irrigation projects and Kaleshwaram. He demanded immediate operation of Kannepalli pumps, repairs to Medigadda barrage and utilisation of available water for farmers across Telangana
- 9 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 3:27pm - - newGachibowli: After a few hours of pause Hydraa begin demolition activity at Anjaiah Nagar
HYDRAA resumed demolition of a damaged seven-storeyed apartment in Gachibowli’s Anjaiah Nagar on Monday. The structure was partially damaged after an illegal apartment collapsed on it. A high-reach ‘Bahubali’ machine was deployed, while rain hampered demolition operations.
- 10 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 2:53pm - - newHarish Rao questions delay in job notifications over 121 liquor brands notification
Former Minister T Harish Rao criticised the Revanth Reddy government over a notification for 121 liquor brands, questioning the delay in issuing job notifications. He alleged that lakhs of unemployed youth were waiting for opportunities while liquor-related notifications were prioritised.
- 11 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 1:36pm - - newBRS seeks immediate repeal of GO 97 in support of polytechnic students’ stir
The BRS has demanded withdrawal of GO 97, which brings polytechnic colleges under the Young India Skill University, amid an ongoing student agitation. Former MP B Vinod Kumar said the order had created apprehension and demanded retention of the existing system.
- 11 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 1:34pm - - newCMC orders demolition of unauthorised under-construction buildings in Cyberabad
Following the Gachibowli building collapse that killed two workers, Cyberabad Municipal Corporation Commissioner G Srijana directed officials to identify and demolish unauthorised under-construction buildings. The drive will target specified constructions, with demolitions monitored daily to ensure enforcement and accountability.
- 12 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 1:09pm - - newMinor held with 48 kg marijuana worth Rs 24.5 lakh in Hyderabad
A minor boy was arrested with 48 kg of marijuana worth Rs 24.5 lakh in Nampally on Sunday. Task Force and Abid Road police said the juvenile allegedly procured the contraband from Visakhapatnam and was transporting it to New Delhi.
- 13 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 12:20pm - - newKonda Surekha’s former OSD Sumanth case: Three more arrested in alleged assault, extortion case
Police arrested three more persons in connection with an alleged assault and extortion case involving Minister Konda Surekha’s former OSD Sumanth. The arrests were made in Andhra Pradesh, taking the total number of arrests to four as the investigation continues.
- 14 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 11:11am - - newNurse accused of killing parents dies by suicide in Sangareddy hostel
A young nurse accused of killing her parents over opposition to her love affair reportedly died by suicide in a Sangareddy hostel. Police suspect she injected herself with an anaesthetic overdose, the same substance allegedly used in her parents’ deaths
- 15 hours ago 24 Aug 26, 10:00am - - Autorickshaw unions call off strike as Telangana govt agrees to fare hike
Autorickshaw unions in Hyderabad have withdrawn their indefinite strike after the State Government agreed to revise fares, which have remained unchanged since 2012. Transport Minister Ponnam Prabhakar announced plans for an aggregator app, mandatory yellow plates for bike taxis, and financial assistance for converting old autos into electric vehicles.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 10:55pm - - BRS to launch campaign against Congress’s 1,000-day betrayal
Not just the promises, but failures of this government in the first 100 days and thereafter, should be taken to the people on a large scale. The Revanth Reddy government has turned out to be an utter flop show after 1,000 days — KT Rama Rao
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 10:28pm - - Second high‑rise razed in Anjaiah Nagar as collapse risk looms
HYDRAA demolished a second unauthorised seven‑storeyed building at Anjaiah Nagar, Gachibowli, late Sunday night. Officials said the structure was severely damaged and posed a collapse risk after another illegal building had earlier fallen on it.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 10:20pm - - Hyderabad techie arrested for abusive Instagram posts targeting woman
Hyderabad Cyber Crime police arrested a 30-year-old software employee from Kachiguda for allegedly creating a fake Instagram account and posting abusive, defamatory and sexually explicit comments against a woman.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 10:13pm - - Affordable hostels make Anjaiah Nagar a boon for migrant workforce in Hyderabad
Anjaiah Nagar in Hyderabad’s Gachibowli, once a quiet residential pocket, was jolted after an illegally constructed seven-storey apartment collapsed, killing two migrant workers.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 9:38pm - - Blood donation camps to mark Milad-un-Nabi celebrations in Hyderabad
Blood donation camps are being organised across Hyderabad and Vikarabad as part of Milad-un-Nabi preparations, with organisers urging people to donate for patients requiring regular transfusions.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:55pm - - Shabbir Ali honoured with national excellence award
Former India football captain Shabbir Ali was honoured with the Well Care India Social Welfare Foundation national excellence award in Hyderabad. He thanked the organisation for recognising his contribution to Telangana and Indian football and reaffirmed his commitment to the sport
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:48pm - - BRS backs staff stir over EHS rollout, seeks clarity on cashless services
BRS leader and former TNGO president G Devi Prasad has extended support to employees protesting against the Employees’ Health Scheme (EHS), raising questions over its implementation and lack of cashless medical services.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:44pm - - After Gachibowli building collapse, civic officials face questions over illegal construction
The collapse of an illegal seven-storeyed building in Gachibowli that killed two workers triggered evacuations of neighbouring structures, debris clearance and criticism of civic authorities. Residents and RWAs questioned how such construction was allowed despite alleged lapses in monitoring
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:35pm - - Joyalukkas launches Primora diamond jewellery collection
Joyalukkas has launched Primora, a global designer diamond jewellery collection inspired by the hornbill and its lifelong bond with its partner. The collection features necklaces, earrings, bangles, pendants and rings, celebrating enduring love and meaningful relationships
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:09pm - - Illegal hostels mushroom in Gachibowli, collapse of seven-storey building exposes civic apathy
Illegal hostels and paying guest (PG) accommodations have rapidly increased across Gachibowli, many without permissions or oversight. The collapse of a seven‑storeyed unauthorised building has highlighted civic negligence, prompting the RWAs to lodge formal complaints with evidence.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:01pm - - BWF chief praises India for hosting world badminton championship
BWF President Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul praised India for successfully hosting the World Badminton Championship in Delhi, highlighting the efforts of the government, organisers, volunteers, officials, sponsors and fans. She also lauded the facilities and the warm reception given to players
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 8:01pm - - Driver of Konda Surekha’s former OSD held in assault, extortion case
A driver linked to former Endowments Minister Konda Surekha’s former OSD Sumanth was arrested in Hyderabad after a real estate businessman alleged he was assaulted with iron rods and threatened by a group that demanded Rs 10 crore from him
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 7:58pm - - All India Tameer-e-Millat to hold 77th annual Jalsa Youm-e-Rahmatul-Lil-Alameen in Hyderabad on Aug 26
All India Tameer-e-Millat will organise its 77th annual Jalsa Youm-e-Rahmatul-Lil-Alameen on August 26 at Numaish Grounds, Hyderabad. The gathering, held without break for 76 years, will highlight the life and teachings of Prophet Mohammed, with religious scholars and community leaders addressing the event.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 7:20pm - - Environmental lead exposure may aggravate Alzheimer’s pathology: ICMR-NIN study
Researchers at ICMR-NIN, Hyderabad, have found that environmental lead exposure can intensify cellular damage when combined with amyloid-β peptides, which are central to Alzheimer’s disease pathology.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 7:05pm - - Gachibowli building collapse: Police take accused Mohammed Sajid into custody
Police took Mohammed Sajid into custody in connection with the collapse of an illegal under-construction building at Anjaiah Nagar in Gachibowli. A contractor was also named accused, while two migrant workers were killed and three others injured in the incident
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 6:51pm - - Man dies after tipper hits motorcycle in Hyderabad
A 44-year-old man died after a tipper vehicle hit his motorcycle from behind on the Rajendranagar road in Hyderabad on Sunday. The victim, Mohammed Abdul Haseeb, was shifted to a hospital, where doctors declared him dead. Police registered a case
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 6:43pm - - Demolition of illegal seven-storeyed building completed in Gachibowli amid rains
An illegal under-construction building collapsed at Anjaiah Nagar in Gachibowli on Saturday, killing two people. The structure was demolished on Sunday, forcing evacuation of adjoining hostels and flats, leaving hundreds of residents stranded without immediate shelter.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 6:37pm - - Rithvik Velupuri, Priisha Chakraborty win chess titles
Rithvik Velupuri and Priisha Chakravarborty emerged champions in the boys and girls under-18 categories at the ninth Mount Banyan Global School tournament organised by Telangana Chess Academy in Hyderabad. The event featured competitions across multiple age groups and categories
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 5:47pm - - BITS Pilani WILP confers degrees on 15,153 professionals
BITS Pilani’s Work Integrated Learning Programmes conferred degrees on a record 15,153 working professionals across 30 disciplines. The 2026 convocation in Hyderabad saw the graduating cohort double from last year, with learners from technology, engineering, medical, defence and international backgrounds
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 5:29pm - - SIR jitters grip Telangana as 92.8 lakh voters face notices
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls has raised concerns among Telangana’s major political parties, with 92.8 lakh voters identified for notices. Parties fear genuine voters could be affected, while the slow rollout raises questions over meeting the October 15 deadline
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 5:16pm - - Hyderabad-based kalories names Milind Soman as brand ambassador for its Functional Dark Chocolates
Hyderabad-based Kalories Nutra Solutions has appointed fitness icon and Ironman athlete Milind Soman as the face of kalories® (Fun)ctional Dark Chocolates. The partnership will spotlight intimate wellness while supporting the brand’s expansion across India and its growing chocolate-based wellness portfolio.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 5:01pm - - Parents urge school autos to stay out of strike in Hyderabad
Hyderabad parents have urged auto-rickshaw unions to exempt vehicles carrying schoolchildren from the proposed strike, citing upcoming quarterly examinations. They also sought police protection for drivers and children, fearing disruptions could affect attendance, studies and student safety
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 4:49pm - - Ganja trade persists in Hyderabad’s Mangar Basti despite repeated raids
Illegal drug sales continue in Hyderabad’s Mangar Basti despite repeated raids by police and enforcement agencies. Sources say the trade has declined but persists, with local gangs allegedly dealing in ganja, narcotic tablets, injections and cough syrups through concealed supply networks.
- 1 day ago 23 Aug 26, 4:10pm - - Over 5,000 join Central Gurudwara Sahib Gowliguda marathon
More than 5,000 people participated in a centenary marathon organised to mark 100 years of Central Gurudwara Sahib Gowliguda. The event featured 3K and 5K runs and a Family Walkathon, marking the beginning of year-long centenary celebrations
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