- newRevanth Reddy asks RTC unions to hold talks on merger issue
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy asked RTC unions to hold discussions and present solutions on the merger issue. He stressed cost reduction, electric buses, and employee cooperation while highlighting government support and plans for new bus terminals
- 2 mins ago 1 May 26, 11:06pm - - newSCR launches AI-powered kiosks to ease passenger enquiries
South Central Railway has introduced AI-powered kiosks, ‘Bholu Mini’ and ‘Bholu Max’, at Hyderabad stations to provide real-time multilingual passenger information, aiming to ease crowding and enhance commuter experience.
- 24 mins ago 1 May 26, 10:44pm - - newRegency College hosts Leadership Awards 2025–26 in Hyderabad
Regency College of Culinary Arts & Hotel Management, Hyderabad, celebrated the Regency Leadership Awards 2025–2026 at Taramati Baradari, recognising excellence in hospitality education and leadership, with senior government officials and academicians in attendance.
- 1 hour ago 1 May 26, 10:03pm - - newB Sumathi takes charge as Malkajgiri Police Commissioner
B. Sumathi, a senior IPS officer, has taken charge as Police Commissioner of Malkajgiri Commissionerate. She prioritised tackling crimes against women and children, cybercrime, narcotics control, citizen security, and traffic management.
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 9:32pm - - newLimit duty hours to 12 hour a shift and 48 hours a week, PG doctors in Telangana
Recently, a circular issued by JIPMER has reiterated that resident doctors should not work beyond 12 hours at a stretch and 48 hours per week, along with provision for a weekly off, HRDA said.
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:59pm - - newSunrisers Hyderabad sign RS Ambrish as replacement for Shivam Mavi
Sunrisers Hyderabad have signed India Under-19 all-rounder RS Ambrish as an injury replacement for Shivam Mavi for the remainder of the IPL season. Mavi has been ruled out with a groin injury, while Ambrish joins the franchise for Rs 30 lakh
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:58pm - - newIndia beat Chinese Taipei to enter Thomas Cup 2026 semifinals
India defeated Chinese Taipei 3-0 in the men’s quarterfinals of the Thomas & Uber Cup 2026 in Denmark to secure a semifinal berth and assure themselves of a medal. Lakshya Sen, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty and Ayush Shetty registered crucial victories
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:56pm - - newTelangana women beat Maharashtra to win National Masters table tennis title
Telangana women defeated hosts Maharashtra 3-2 in a thrilling final to win the 40+ team title at the National Masters Table Tennis Championships in Pune. Bandaru Kiranmai played a decisive role with two hard-fought victories, including the title-clinching win in the decider
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:52pm - - newIndia announce squad for AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia
India Under-17 men’s national team head coach Bibiano Fernandes announced the 23-member squad for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia. The Blue Colts, currently training in Doha, will face Australia and Uzbekistan in Group D of the tournament beginning this month
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:48pm - - newSymposium Hyderabad discusses future of sports ecosystem in India
Symposium hosted a high-level discussion in Hyderabad on India’s sporting ecosystem, featuring Abhinav Bindra, Jayesh Ranjan and other experts. During the event, Jayesh Ranjan announced that the proposed Telangana Sports University would confer its first honorary doctorate on Bindra
- 2 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:44pm - - newIan Bishop praises Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fearless batting approach
Former West Indies pacer Ian Bishop praised young batter Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s fearless mindset and technique while highlighting bowling concerns for Mumbai Indians and Punjab Kings. He also stressed the importance of mental recovery for players and shared insights into his research-driven commentary approach
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:35pm - - newAustralia retain top spot in ICC Test and Women’s ODI rankings
Australia retained top positions in the ICC Men’s Test and Women’s ODI team rankings after the annual update. India moved ahead of England to third in the Test standings, while Pakistan climbed above Sri Lanka and Bangladesh overtook Pakistan in women’s ODIs
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:30pm - - newSkyKings FC crush Bolarum Sporting FC 9-1 in TFA C-Division league
SkyKings FC registered a dominant 9-1 victory over Bolarum Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship, with Rosingellatallu scoring five goals. In another match, CCOB Jr FC defeated Dilsukhnagar FC 6-2 at Gymkhana Ground in Hyderabad
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:22pm - - newSix killed after car crashes into lorry on Hyderabad ORR
Six persons, including two women and two children, were killed after a speeding car rammed into a stationary lorry on the Outer Ring Road near Shamshabad in Hyderabad. The impact left the car badly mangled. Police have launched an investigation
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 8:14pm - - newLt Gen Vijay B Nair takes charge as Infantry School Commandant
Lieutenant General Vijay B Nair has assumed charge as Commandant of The Infantry School, Mhow. With 38 years of service, he brings extensive experience in command, staff and instructional roles, along with several prestigious military honours.
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- newHyderabad: Family’s temple trip ends in tragedy, six dead in road crash
Six members of a family were killed in a road accident on the Outer Ring Road near Shamshabad while returning from a pilgrimage. One woman is critically injured. Police suspect driver fatigue may have caused the car to crash into a stationary truck.
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 7:55pm - - newHyderabad: Early Bird scheme hits record collection in CMC, property tax rises 16 percent
Cyberabad Municipal Corporation recorded a significant rise in property tax collection under the Early Bird scheme, with a 16 percent increase over last year. Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation also reported higher collections, reflecting improved revenue performance.
- 3 hours ago 1 May 26, 7:49pm - - newIMD forecasts cooler May start for Telangana; Day temperature likely to dip in Hyderabad
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast a dip in temperatures and above-normal rainfall across Telangana in the first week of May.
- 4 hours ago 1 May 26, 7:08pm - - newCyber fraudsters dupe Hyderabad firm of Rs 40 lakh
Cyber fraudsters allegedly impersonated a company’s Managing Director and duped a Hyderabad-based firm of Rs 40.08 lakh. The scam involved a malicious APK file that enabled access to the MD’s phone, leading to fraudulent fund transfers.
- 4 hours ago 1 May 26, 7:02pm - - newOsmania University cancels nearly 80 PhD admissions
Osmania University has cancelled nearly 80 PhD admissions after scholars failed to present their Research Design Seminar within the stipulated deadline. While the varsity cites repeated reminders, affected students allege delays in coursework and lack of proper communication
- 4 hours ago 1 May 26, 7:00pm - - newHyderabad: 24-hour water supply disruption due to cleaning at Asifnagar filter beds
Water supply in several parts of Hyderabad will be disrupted for 24 hours from 6 am on May 2 due to cleaning works at Asifnagar filter beds. Multiple localities will be affected during the scheduled maintenance period.
- 4 hours ago 1 May 26, 6:53pm - - newInter-state zip gang from WB held for train thefts in Secunderabad
A three-member inter-state gang from West Bengal, including two women and one man, was arrested by the Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force in Secunderabad for stealing gold ornaments from train passengers.
- 5 hours ago 1 May 26, 6:31pm - - newNarayan Seva Sansthan to hold limb fitment camp in Hyderabad
Narayan Seva Sansthan will organise a free artificial limb and calipers fitment camp in Hyderabad on May 3. A total of 745 pre-selected beneficiaries will receive 815 assistive devices, fitted by expert doctors and technical teams.
- 5 hours ago 1 May 26, 6:25pm - - newMan booked for using fake number plate to evade fines
The Hyderabad Traffic Police caught a youth in SR Nagar for allegedly using a fake registration number on his bike to evade traffic penalties. The misuse led to e-challans being wrongly issued to a Karnataka resident, prompting police to book a case
- 6 hours ago 1 May 26, 5:19pm - - newHeatwave triggers rise in water-borne diseases across Hyderabad
Hyderabad hospitals are witnessing a sharp rise in water-borne diseases, gastro cases and kidney-related infections as temperatures continue to cross 41 degrees Celsius. Doctors have warned people to consume treated water and avoid unhygienic food and drinks during the ongoing heatwave
- 6 hours ago 1 May 26, 5:17pm - - newHyderabad: Construction worker gets 20-year jail term in child sexual assault case
A court in Hyderabad sentenced construction worker Asgar Ali to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment in a child sexual assault case registered at Jeedimetla police station. He was also fined Rs 35,000, and the court ordered Rs 3 lakh compensation to the victim.
- 6 hours ago 1 May 26, 4:53pm - - newTwo held for knife attack, robbery at Secunderabad railway station
Secunderabad GRP and RPF arrested two persons for allegedly attacking a passenger with a knife and robbing Rs 500 at Secunderabad railway station. The accused were caught while moving suspiciously, and cash along with a weapon was recovered.
- 6 hours ago 1 May 26, 4:52pm - - newTwo held in Medchal for series of motorcycle thefts; three bikes recovered
Medchal police arrested two persons involved in a series of motorcycle thefts and recovered three stolen bikes. The accused allegedly targeted parked vehicles at night, breaking locks before fleeing. They were caught during a vehicle check operation.
- 6 hours ago 1 May 26, 4:51pm - - newDandy & Dandy Debuts in Hyderabad
Dandy & Dandy has launched in Hyderabad, featuring a distinctive “Two Dandies. One Door" concept.
- 7 hours ago 1 May 26, 4:35pm - - newHyderabad Police issues advisory against fraudulent schemes promising medical seats
Hyderabad Police VC Sajjanar has warned parents and students against fraudulent schemes promising medical seats, even as NEET-UG exams are set to begin
- 7 hours ago 1 May 26, 4:10pm - - newCV Anand takes fresh guard as Telangana DGP
Upon taking charge as the news DGP of Telangana, CV Anand stressed on the need to use modern methods to enhance policing as criminals too were evolving with new methods. He also directed SsP and CPs to remain in their respective districts and focus strictly on law and order duties.
- 7 hours ago 1 May 26, 3:55pm - - newBlue Tokai opens second flagship ‘Origins’ store in Hyderabad
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters has opened its second flagship ‘Origins’ store in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills, offering an immersive specialty coffee experience with micro-lots, experimental brews and a chef-curated menu, as part of its rapid expansion in the city.
- 8 hours ago 1 May 26, 3:07pm - - newBurma Burma celebrates Thingyan with limited-edition festive menu across India
Burma Burma introduces a Thingyan-themed festive menu inspired by Burmese culinary traditions. Featuring rice bowls, street-style dishes, desserts and seasonal beverages, the limited-time offering is available across India for dine-in and delivery throughout May 2026.
- 8 hours ago 1 May 26, 3:06pm - - newTelangana govt employees flag pay, promotion issues amid growing unrest
Employees across multiple Telangana government departments have raised concerns over pay scales, promotions, and pending arrears, staging protests and submitting representations. Unions have also sought clarity on policy decisions, highlighting growing unrest and administrative challenges within the workforce.
- 11 hours ago 1 May 26, 12:18pm - - newHCA invites brand partners for 2026–27 league with statewide reach
The Hyderabad Cricket Association has invited expressions of interest for brand partnerships for the 2026–27 HCA League, featuring 85 teams and over 1,500 players, offering sponsors extensive visibility across matches, venues, and digital platforms statewide.
- 11 hours ago 1 May 26, 12:01pm - - newHydraa demolition: Uncleared demolition debris sparks outrage, RWAs demand swift debris removal
HYDRAA faces criticism in Hyderabad as demolition debris from anti-encroachment drives remains uncleared at multiple sites, raising health and environmental concerns, prompting RWAs and activists to demand urgent cleanup and better land restoration
- 12 hours ago 1 May 26, 11:33am - - newPanic as two autos catch fire at Narayanaguda petrol pump
Panic gripped a petrol station near YMCA in Narayanaguda after two auto-rickshaws caught fire. Alert staff contained the blaze before it reached fuel storage areas. One employee was injured while responding and is undergoing treatment
- 22 hours ago 1 May 26, 12:56am - - newIS Sadan police nab four in slingshot attacks on shops in Hyderabad
Four men were arrested by Saidabad Police in Hyderabad for allegedly carrying out slingshot attacks that damaged shop glass panes across several localities. The suspects used a car to commit at least 11 incidents for amusement.
- 23 hours ago 1 May 26, 12:32am - - newHC directs authorities to extend visa to Russian widow on humanitarian grounds
The Telangana High Court, through Justice Nagesh Bheemapaka, criticised immigration authorities for rigidly denying a visa extension to Russian national Alena Pavlova, a widow engaged in humanitarian and cultural work. The Court directed officials to extend her visa, stressing that guidelines must be applied with compassion in exceptional circumstances.
- 23 hours ago 30 Apr 26, 11:48pm - - newTelangana HC raps State over illegal constructions by Fatima Owaisi Institute
The Telangana High Court, led by Justice N.V. Shravan Kumar, criticised government authorities for failing to act against illegal constructions by influential educational institutions in Salkam Cheruvu Lake’s buffer zone, while showing zeal in demolishing poor and middle-class homes.
- 24 hours ago 30 Apr 26, 11:15pm - - Opinion: The Mudiraj struggle between heritage and hunger
The Mudiraj demand for BC-A status reflects a deeper crisis of livelihoods, dignity, and social justice in Telangana
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 11:02pm - - Leak under railway track halts water supply in Malkajgiri
A major water leakage under the Dayanand Nagar railway track in Malkajgiri disrupted supply to Vani Nagar and Bhavani Nagar, prompting emergency repairs by HMWSSB, which restored partial supply and arranged tanker services for affected residents.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 8:48pm - - Hyderabad sees fresh protest against tree felling near KBR park
Citizens in Hyderabad staged their second protest in four days against tree felling for flyover and underpass construction near KBR Park, demanding suspension of works under the H-CITI project until legal clarity is achieved.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 8:42pm - - Operation Octopus targets mule accounts in cybercrime crackdown
The Department of Financial Services held a meeting in Hyderabad with police, RBI, and CBI officials to review rising digital frauds. The focus was on "Operation Octopus," tackling mule accounts, and urging banks to adopt RBI’s MuleHunter AI tool for better cybercrime prevention.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 8:26pm - - Sri Narasimha Jayanthi celebrated at ISKCON Banjara Hills
Sri Narasimha Jayanthi was celebrated with devotion at ISKCON Banjara Hills in Hyderabad. Thousands of devotees attended special rituals, homas, abhishekams and pravachans dedicated to Sri Lakshmi Narasimha Swamy during the day-long spiritual celebrations
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 8:12pm - - Hydraa asks public to report unsafe buildings in Hyderabad
Hydraa has urged Hyderabad residents to report old and dilapidated buildings to prevent accidents, following a fatal wall collapse in Bengaluru, assuring prompt action and confidentiality for informants to help identify and demolish unsafe structures in high-traffic areas.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 8:06pm - - TGCHE chief stresses importance of internships for law students
TGCHE Chairman Prof V Balakista Reddy emphasised the importance of mandatory internships for law students while distributing certificates to students who completed a 21-day internship. The programme included sessions on legal education, communication skills, dispute resolution and international law
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:53pm - - Traffic congestion likely in Punjagutta due to drain works
Traffic congestion is expected along the Punjagutta corridor in Hyderabad due to storm water drain construction works between Asiatic Hotel and Punjagutta Market. Restrictions will remain in force from April 26 to May 20, with motorists advised to use alternate routes
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:50pm - - Telangana Congress govt drops bombshell on students
The Telangana government has decided to transfer tuition fee reimbursement directly to students from the 2026-27 academic year instead of colleges. The move has triggered concerns among students and private colleges over delayed payments, financial burden and possible increase in dropouts
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:45pm - - Telangana has huge sports potential, says Jayesh Ranjan
Jayesh Ranjan said Telangana has immense sports potential and highlighted the role of the Young India Physical Education and Sports University in developing talent and strengthening the sports ecosystem. Speakers at the summit stressed quality education, policy integration and international exposure for athletes
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:40pm - - Indian boxers begin Asian Under-15 and Under-17 Championships campaign
India’s 56-member boxing contingent will begin its campaign at the Asian Boxing Under-15 and Under-17 Championships in Tashkent on Friday. The tournament features promising young boxers from across Asia and serves as a key platform for future international talent development
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:34pm - - Hyderabad Cybercrime police file case over derogatory posts against CM, Police Commissioner
Hyderabad Cybercrime police registered a case against unidentified individuals for posting derogatory remarks and objectionable content on social media targeting Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:30pm - - Hyderabad to host men’s and women’s Rugby Premier League matches
The HSBC Rugby Premier League Season 2 player auction featured women’s franchises for the first time, with four teams building inaugural squads in Hyderabad. Sumit Kumar Roy and Shikha Yadav emerged as the highest-paid Indian players in the men’s and women’s categories respectively
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:30pm - - Karimnagar FA wins Asmita Under-16 women’s football title
Karimnagar Football Association won the Asmita Under-16 Women’s Football League Championship in Mancherial after defeating Telangana State Sports School 1-0 in the final. K Sharanya scored the winning goal, while Minister G Vivek Venkatswamy distributed the prizes
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:26pm - - Falaknuma FC gets walkover in TFA C-Division league
Falaknuma FC received a walkover after CCOB Sub-junior FC failed to turn up for their TFA C-Division Football League Championship match at Gymkhana Ground in Hyderabad. Friday’s fixtures include SkyKings FC vs Bolarum FC and Dilsukhnagar FC vs CCOB Junior FC
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:23pm - - Indian Green Building Council appoints Venu Vinod as Hyderabad Chapter Co-Chairman
The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) has appointed Venu Vinod, Managing Director of Cybercity Builders and Developers Pvt. Ltd., as Co-Chairman of its Hyderabad Chapter. With decades of experience across multiple industries, Vinod is expected to strengthen Hyderabad’s role in India’s growing green building movement.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:18pm - - Telangana sets up border checks amid fuel demand surge
Telangana Civil Supplies Department has intensified monitoring and set up border check posts amid a fuel demand surge triggered by panic buying and price-gap exploitation. Oil companies have been directed to increase supply by up to 15 per cent.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 7:15pm - - BITS Pilani, SMC India partner to set up Centre of Excellence in Industry 4.0
BITS Pilani and SMC Corporation (India) have signed an MoU to establish a Centre of Excellence in Industrial Automation and Industry 4.0. The initiative will focus on research, skilling, and innovation to support smart manufacturing and deep-tech startups.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 5:52pm - - Marijuana trade shifts to new areas in Hyderabad amid crackdown
Crackdowns in traditional drug hubs have pushed marijuana traffickers to shift operations to new areas in Hyderabad, with emerging interstate supply routes and rising consumption among youth, prompting intensified monitoring and enforcement by authorities.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 5:11pm - - Traffic chaos near NIMS as drainage works block key stretch
Ongoing underground drainage works near NIMS Hospital caused severe traffic congestion between Khairatabad and Irrum Manzil, blocking 60% of the road. Commuters faced long delays, while GHMC officials said the work would be completed within two days.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 5:00pm - - Telangana girls outshine boys in ICSE, ISC exam 2026 results
Girls outperformed boys in Telangana in the ICSE and ISC 2026 examinations, with pass percentages exceeding 99%. The state recorded strong overall results, mirroring national trends, as CISCE announced recheck and improvement exam schedules.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 4:50pm - - Gujarat police conduct raids in Hyderabad in child trafficking case
Gujarat and Telangana police conducted raids in Hyderabad in connection with a child trafficking racket, arresting members of the Murugan gang, which allegedly abducted and sold infants across states and sold 25 children in a year.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 4:40pm - - High-rises transform Hyderabad Old City’s skyline as demand for flats surges
Rising land prices and growing demand for affordable housing are driving a surge in apartment construction across Hyderabad’s Old City, with high-rises replacing independent homes and offering steady rental returns for investors and middle-class buyers.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 4:35pm - - Guru Tegh Bahadur’s 350th martyrdom anniversary observed at Kanha Shanti Vanam
The 350th martyrdom anniversary of Guru Tegh Bahadur, along with anniversaries of Babuji Maharaj and Tukdoji Maharaj, was observed at Kanha Shanti Vanam, drawing over 30,000 participants, dignitaries, devotional music performances, and a guided group meditation session.
- 1 day ago 30 Apr 26, 4:21pm - - Why every elderly person needs a geriatric emergency kit at home
As more seniors live alone, doctors recommend keeping a geriatric healthcare kit with essentials like glucometers, oximeters, and glucose gels to manage emergencies such as low sugar, hypoxia, and high fever before reaching a hospital.
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