- newTelangana plans one-time settlement scheme for industrial power dues
Telangana plans a one-time settlement scheme to help closed industries clear outstanding electricity dues. Deputy Chief Minister Bhatti Vikramarka has also directed officials to strengthen thermal generation, secure coal supplies and prepare for rising power demand during summer.
- 3 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 9:49pm - - newCotton procurement centres to open as Telangana targets MSP for farmers
Telangana has directed officials to open cotton procurement centres for the 2026-27 Kharif season, stressing minimum support prices, timely purchases and payments. The State has expanded procurement facilities and introduced digital systems to improve transparency for farmers.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 8:49pm - - newHyderabad: UFERWAS seeks improved civic services in ‘CURE’ area
UFERWAS representatives met Special Chief Secretary Jayesh Ranjan to seek improved civic services and greater public participation in the CURE area. Their demands included stronger ward committees, rainwater harvesting, road improvements, sewage water management and simpler registration procedures.
- 4 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 8:49pm - - newRangareddy tops Telangana with 9,092 electors marked for deletion during SIR
Rangareddy has recorded 9,092 electors marked for deletion during Telangana’s Special Intensive Revision. Across 119 Assembly constituencies, 32,214 electors face removal from the final rolls, as hearings continue ahead of the November 5 deadline and November 9 publication.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 8:20pm - - newCCMB researchers discover protein mechanism that helps human cells fight viral infections
Researchers at Hyderabad's CSIR-CCMB have identified DZIP3, a protein that detects viral RNA and activates immune defences. Published in The EMBO Journal, the study reports protection against viruses and could inform development of therapies to strengthen the body's antiviral immunity.
- 5 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 7:48pm - - newHyderabad: DRDO employee dies after assault over alleged woman harassment
A 55-year-old DRDO employee, Ram Mohan, died in Hyderabad after allegedly being pushed to the ground during a confrontation over alleged harassment of a young woman. Chikkadpally police registered a case following a complaint by his wife and are investigating.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 7:29pm - - newPalamuru Congress leaders seek halt to Dindi water diversion, flag PRLI delays
Congress leaders from the erstwhile Palamuru region have urged the government to stop diverting PRLI water towards the Dindi project, warning of adverse effects on irrigation. Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy promised discussions with officials to address their concerns.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 7:09pm - - newIIT Hyderabad launches India’s first academic credit course on ‘Goodness’
IIT Hyderabad has introduced a one-credit elective on goodness, character and human flourishing. Open to undergraduate students, the seven-session course explores personal responsibility, different dimensions of well-being and the idea of success beyond income and professional achievement.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:50pm - - newHMWSSB plans ‘Green Water’ filling station in Kokapet
HMWSSB is exploring a Green Water filling station in Kokapet to supply treated water for non-potable uses. The initiative aims to reduce demand on drinking water sources, with proposed real-time quality monitoring and controls on tanker filling.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:45pm - - newTelangana doctors’ bodies condemn detention of FMG interns
Medical associations in Telangana have condemned the detention of Foreign Medical Graduate interns protesting for stipends and fair treatment. They have demanded the interns’ release, called for dialogue with authorities and sought equal pay and dignity for all medical interns.
- 6 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:40pm - - newHyderabad: Waiter dies after alleged attack by colleague in Dabeerpura
A waiter, Sandeep, died while undergoing treatment at Osmania General Hospital after allegedly being attacked by a fellow waiter at a function hall in Dabeerpura. Police are investigating the altercation, which reportedly took place on Wednesday night.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:36pm - - newHyderabad Art Week 2026 to bring four galleries together from October 26
Hyderabad Art Week will run from October 26 to November 1, bringing together four city galleries for exhibitions, talks, open studios and interactive sessions. The inaugural event will feature solo shows, emerging artists and curated exhibitions across Hyderabad.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:30pm - - newhaf.vc invests Rs 3 crore in Hyderabad-based AI startup Hunar.AI
Hyderabad-linked venture capital fund haf.vc has invested Rs 3 crore in Hunar.AI, a conversational AI company focused on frontline workforce management. The funding will support infrastructure, product development, sales and expansion of its multilingual AI hiring and engagement solutions.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:25pm - - newbyteXL’s HacXLerate 2026 receives 4,000 registrations from 40 colleges
byteXL’s HacXLerate 2026 has received 4,000 registrations from more than 800 teams across 40 colleges in 10 States. The hackathon features industry-linked challenges in AI, campus analytics, digital risk protection and personal health, with potential career opportunities for top teams.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:20pm - - newSSC Exams 2027: Fee payment schedule released, dates announced
The School Education Department has announced the fee payment schedule for the March 2027 SSC, OSSC and Vocational Public Examinations. Students can pay without a late fee until November 16, with extended deadlines available at additional charges.
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- newFSSAI notices put baby food and nutrition product claims under scrutiny
FSSAI has issued show-cause notices to major food and nutrition companies over claims made for infant formula and children’s nutritional drinks. The regulator has sought scientific evidence and explanations, while also questioning the promotion of infant formula products on social media.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 6:10pm - - newKBR Park commuters fear fresh traffic disruptions as flyover work resumes
Commuters around KBR Park are concerned about fresh traffic disruption as work progresses on a revised 4.3-km elevated corridor. Motorists fear dust and delays and want GHMC to provide clear construction schedules, traffic diversions and dust-control measures.
- 7 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 5:56pm - - newFour-year-old girl drowns in Yadagirigutta temple tank
A four-year-old girl, Shivalingam Aadhya, died after accidentally falling into the temple tank near Kalyana Katta in Yadadri on Wednesday. Her family rushed her to AIIMS Bibinagar, where doctors declared her dead. Yadagirigutta police registered a case.
- 8 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 4:54pm - - newDasara return rush brings traffic to a crawl on Hyderabad roads
Dasara return traffic caused congestion on major highways and arterial roads in Hyderabad on Thursday. Queues formed on the Vijayawada–Hyderabad highway, while LB Nagar and Dilsukhnagar witnessed heavy traffic. Durga idol immersion arrangements also contributed to congestion in parts of the city.
- 10 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:39pm - - newMan from Markapuram dies under goods train near Charlapalli
A 24-year-old daily-wage labourer from Markapuram in Andhra Pradesh allegedly died by suicide after falling under a goods train between Charlapalli and Ghatkesar on Wednesday night. Railway police said he had come to Hyderabad seeking work and were investigating
- 10 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:06pm - - newHyderabad accident: Fortuner hits i10, crashes into electricity pole; two injured
Two people were injured after a speeding Toyota Fortuner rammed into their i10 at Peerzadiguda in Hyderabad. The car overturned, while the Fortuner crashed into an electricity pole. Police allege the driver was drunk and lacked a valid licence
- 10 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 3:00pm - - newHyderabad: Over 600 FMG interns intensify agitation after 15 days without talks
Over 600 Foreign Medical Graduates (FMGs) undergoing compulsory internships in Telangana government hospitals intensified their 15-day-long agitation by staging a dharna outside the Directorate of Medical Education in Hyderabad.
- 11 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:37pm - - newESI Hospital contract workers protest four months of unpaid salaries
Contract and outsourcing workers at ESI Hospital in Nacharam staged a protest on Thursday over non-payment of salaries for more than four months. The workers, backed by AITUC, accused hospital authorities and contractors of failing to honour promises to clear pending dues and warned of escalating protests.
- 11 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 2:14pm - - newElectricians attacked with sticks following altercation in Shamshabad
Two electricians were allegedly attacked by neighbours with sticks in Rallaguda, Shamshabad, following a dispute over an object that reportedly fell on a house. The victims sustained serious injuries and were hospitalised, while their family members alleged police inaction.
- 15 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 10:15am - - newMan stripped, tonsured over car rental dispute in Golconda; five held
A car rental operator and his associates were arrested in Golconda for allegedly confining, assaulting, stripping and tonsuring a customer over unpaid rental dues and vehicle repair charges.
- 15 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 10:05am - - newProperty dispute turns violent as man allegedly bites sister-in-law in Film Nagar
A property dispute between family members in Hyderabad's Film Nagar allegedly turned violent after a man reportedly bit his sister-in-law and threatened her. Police registered cases against both sides based on counter-complaints and launched an investigation.
- 15 hours ago 22 Oct 26, 9:55am - - BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus to host ATMoS ’26 from Oct 23
ATMoS ’26, the annual techno-management festival of BITS Pilani Hyderabad campus, will be held from October 23 to 25, featuring over 100 student technology projects, an AI hackathon, combat robot battles and drone racing competitions.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 8:58pm - - The Most Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Traffic Penalties in Hyderabad
Hyderabad’s traffic enforcement increasingly relies on cameras and digital challans. Motorists can reduce penalties by obeying signals, wearing helmets, avoiding phone use and wrong-side driving, maintaining valid documents, updating registration contact details, and checking or disputing challans through official channels
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 8:44pm - - Heavy traffic at Pantangi toll plaza as commuters return to cities after Dasara
Vehicular traffic spiked significantly on the Vijayawada–Hyderabad highway at the Pantangi toll plaza in Choutuppal as thousands returned home post-Dasara. The surge comes ahead of the reopening of schools and colleges on October 22 following the festive holidays
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 7:54pm - - Six-lane Allwyn-Miyapur flyover project threatens over 350 trees in Cyberabad
The proposed six-lane bidirectional flyover on the Allwyn-Miyapur X Road corridor in Cyberabad has raised concerns over the likely removal of more than 350 mature trees. While authorities say the project is essential to ease heavy traffic and accommodate future growth, residents and environmentalists warn of the ecological impact and the loss of a long-established urban canopy.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 7:48pm - - All eyes on KRMB, GRMB meetings next week amid ongoing water crisis
The KRMB and GRMB will meet on October 26 and 30 to discuss water sharing, reservoir management and disputes between Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Key issues include competing Krishna allocations, telemetry equipment, board funding and the Polavaram project’s backwater impact
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 7:32pm - - Prehistoric grooves and rock art discovered at Mrugavani National Park near Hyderabad
Four rock grooves of possible prehistoric significance have been identified near the Banda Juvvi Watch Tower in Mrugavani National Park, Chilkur, by historian Dr Satyanarayana Dyavanapalli during a safari visit.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 7:26pm - - BRS leader slams Congress over delay in restoring Kaleshwaram water supply
BRS Minority Cell General Secretary Abdul Muqeet Chanda has criticised the Congress government over the delay in restoring Kaleshwaram water supply. He alleged that political considerations have overshadowed farmers’ irrigation needs amid concerns over rainfall and agricultural prospects.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 6:50pm - - Mega job mela to be held in Madhapur on October 26
A mega job mela will be held at Butta Convention in Madhapur on October 26 from 8 am to 1 pm. Candidates with at least an SSC qualification can attend preliminary interviews for opportunities across multiple sectors. Entry is free.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 6:45pm - - DRI arrests five in alleged gold smuggling case
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence arrested five persons in an alleged foreign-origin gold smuggling case involving a route from Bangladesh to Hyderabad via Kolkata. Officers recovered three gold bars weighing about 3.1 kg and seized foreign currency during the operation.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 5:35pm - - Niranjan Reddy challenges Congress to lift Srisailam water for PRLIS
BRS leader S Niranjan Reddy challenged the Congress government to lift available water from Srisailam and address farmers’ concerns under PRLIS. He cited earlier interlinking works, questioned delays and tender cancellations, and demanded action on stalled project works.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 5:32pm - - GHSPCA rescues four Palapitta birds during Dasara
GHSPCA rescued four Indian Roller birds from different parts of Hyderabad during Dasara following reports of illegal captivity. Three were declared fit for release, while a fourth with a broken beak remains under veterinary care as activists urge responsible celebrations.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 5:30pm - - Jalpally residents flag civic woes nearly a year after GHMC merger
Residents of Jalpally Circle continue to report inadequate street lighting, poor sewerage infrastructure, unfinished roads and irregular garbage clearance nearly a year after the municipality merged with GHMC. They have called for urgent action to improve basic civic amenities.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 5:10pm - - IAF Chief AP Singh completes final sortie with first flying instructor
Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh completed his final sortie in uniform in a Kiran trainer at Dundigal on Tuesday, flying alongside his first instructor, Wing Commander VS Kochar. The 55-minute flight brought his flying journey in IAF aircraft full circle.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:40pm - - Bharat Biotech arm Nucelion partners with VeGen Bio on CAR-T therapy
Nucelion Therapeutics, a Bharat Biotech subsidiary, has partnered with VeGen Bio to manufacture VL-2511, a dual-target CAR-T therapy for multiple myeloma. The collaboration will focus on technology transfer, manufacturing scale-up and cost optimisation to support wider access in India.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:35pm - - Amazon Influencer Programme doubles to over 2 lakh creators
Amazon says its Influencer Programme has doubled year-on-year to more than two lakh creators. Participants can tag products on YouTube and Pinterest, earn commissions on qualifying purchases and help shoppers discover products, as creator-led commerce gains momentum during the festive season.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:30pm - - Krafton launches Battlin platform for competitive gaming
Krafton has launched Battlin, a platform designed to simplify competitive gaming tournaments in India. Players can discover competitions, register and track results, while organisers can manage events through integrated tools. Battlin Open Season 1 begins on November 2.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:26pm - - Sindoor Khela marks Durga Puja finale across Hyderabad
The Bengali community across Hyderabad and Secunderabad marked the culmination of Durga Puja with Sindoor Khela on Wednesday. Married women exchanged vermilion and sweets at prominent pandals, while community associations hosted gatherings featuring traditional rituals, dhak beats and Bijoya greetings.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:21pm - - Indian students planning UK education urged to verify university licences
Indian students planning to study in the UK are being advised to check university sponsor licences before committing funds. Tighter compliance rules, revised assessment thresholds and the revocation of one institution’s licence highlight the importance of verifying current sponsor status.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:16pm - - Andhra para-athlete Ravi Rongali claims shot put bronze in Japan
Ravi Rongali won bronze in the men’s shot put F40 final at the Para Asian Games in Japan with a 10.02-metre throw. The TOPS athlete from Andhra Pradesh overcame financial hardship and family sacrifices to build a successful para-athletics career
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:11pm - - Youth dies after being hit by lorry during highway fight
A young man died after being hit by a passing truck during a clash among four youths near a wine shop at Aushapur in Ghatkesar on Tuesday. Ghatkesar police registered a case and are investigating the incident
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:03pm - - High alcohol use in Telangana raises public health concerns
NFHS-6 data show that 43.9 per cent of men aged 15 and above in Telangana report consuming alcohol, compared with 18.9 per cent nationally. Rural areas record higher prevalence, highlighting the need for targeted public health interventions addressing alcohol-related risks.
- 1 day ago 21 Oct 26, 4:00pm - - Tension prevails over attack by followers of Premsagar Rao, arrest of Jaganmohan Rao in Mancherial
Tension prevailed in Mancherial on Wednesday amid a reported attack on Jaganmohan Rao’s residence and his arrest. Police deployed additional personnel as rival groups faced off following earlier clashes linked to allegations involving crackers during Saddula Bathukamma celebrations.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 1:07pm - - Hyderabad traffic diversions announced for Durga Matha idol immersion
Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced diversions from Wednesday afternoon until October 24 morning for Durga Matha idol immersion at People’s Plaza, Garden Point, Jalavihar and Sanjeevaiah Park. Restrictions will affect key junctions and routes around Khairatabad, the Secretariat and Tank Bund.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 12:43pm - - Hyderabad: Sindoor Khela marks culmination of Durga Puja celebrations
Members of Hyderabad’s Bengali community marked the culmination of Durga Puja with Sindoor Khela rituals across the twin cities on Wednesday. Women in traditional attire exchanged vermilion and sweets, while community associations hosted celebrations at prominent pandals and venues.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 12:30pm - - Hyderabad: Police Commemoration Day observed at Goshamahal
Police Commemoration Day was observed at Goshamahal in Hyderabad on Wednesday with a Police Flag Day parade honouring personnel who died in the line of duty. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy attended the programme as the chief guest.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 10:50am - - Kushaiguda RTC women conductors allege pressure to take leave when drivers are absent
Women conductors at Hyderabad’s Kushaiguda RTC depot alleged that they were prevented from signing the attendance register and pressured to take leave when drivers were absent. Depot officials denied the allegation and said the conductors would receive their full salaries.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 10:44am - - Hyderabad: 25-year-old man found dead in Kushaiguda lodge
A 25-year-old man identified as Kiran was found dead in a lodge in Hyderabad’s Kushaiguda on Wednesday. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death and gathering details about his recent activities.
- 2 days ago 21 Oct 26, 8:55am - - Hyderabad: Three arrested after truss collapse kills student, injures 22 at MVSR college
Adibatla police arrested three persons in connection with an iron truss collapse at a Dandiya event at MVSR Engineering College in Nadargul on October 17. The incident killed student Narayanadas Sona Chilikti and injured 22 others. Five persons remain absconding.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 6:22pm - - KTR, Harish Rao extend Dasara greetings to Telangana
BRS leaders KT Rama Rao and T Harish Rao extended Dasara greetings to Telangana, highlighting the festival’s cultural significance, the worship of the Jammi tree and the sighting of the Palapitta. They wished people well-being, prosperity and success.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 5:50pm - - KCR celebrates Dasara with family, BRS leaders at Erravelli residence
BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao celebrated Dasara at his Erravalli residence on Tuesday, offering prayers to the Shami tree and performing traditional vehicle and weapons pujas. Family members, party leaders and office staff attended the celebrations.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 5:43pm - - Hyderabad zoo draws nearly 22,000 visitors on Dussehra holiday
Nearly 22,000 people visited Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park on the Dussehra holiday. Recent additions include two male mandrills and three zebras, while kangaroos, wallabies, ring-tailed lemurs and a cassowary are expected from Vantara.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 5:38pm - - Yadadri thermal plant synchronises 800 MW Unit 5 as Coal India agrees to coal supply
Yadadri Thermal Power Plant’s 800 MW Unit 5 has been synchronised with the grid. Coal India has agreed in principle to supply 50 lakh tonnes annually from Odisha, while the formal agreement remains pending and the plant reportedly has five days of coal stock.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 5:34pm - - UP man dies under suspicious circumstances in Hyderabad’s Moosa Nagar
A man from Uttar Pradesh died under suspicious circumstances after reportedly falling from a two-storey building in Moosa Nagar under the Chaderghat police limits.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 5:18pm - - HMWSSB fixes damaged Krishna phase-II pipeline valve, restores drinking water supply
HMWSSB restored drinking water supply to affected parts of Hyderabad after repairing a damaged air valve on the Krishna Drinking Water Supply Scheme Phase-II pipeline near Nagole Metro Station. The valve was damaged when a car crashed into its safety barricade, causing a major water leak.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 4:44pm - - Woman killed, another critically injured as truck hits motorcycle in Bandlaguda Jagir
A woman died and another person was critically injured after a truck allegedly lost control and rammed a motorcycle near Kali Mandir in Bandlaguda Jagir, Hyderabad. Police suspect driver negligence and have launched an investigation.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 4:02pm - - Hyderabad CP Sajjanar urges public to protect Palapittas during Dasara
Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar appealed to the public to protect Palapittas, Telangana's state bird, during Dasara and avoid capturing, caging or trading them. He urged citizens to report cases of confinement and warned that harming protected birds could invite legal action under the Wildlife (Protection) Act.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 3:30pm - - Three held by Malakpet police for alleged deer hunting in Karnataka
Three Malakpet residents were arrested for allegedly hunting deer in Karnataka using a licensed sporting rifle. Police intercepted their vehicle in Hyderabad and seized the firearm, ammunition, night-vision equipment and mobile phones.
- 2 days ago 20 Oct 26, 1:40pm - - IAF Chief AP Singh flies Kiran aircraft at Dundigal Air Force Academy
IAF Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh flew a Kiran trainer aircraft at the Air Force Academy in Dundigal near Hyderabad ahead of his retirement at the end of October.
- 3 days ago 20 Oct 26, 1:05pm - - Speeding car crashes into Krishna water pipeline near Nagole metro station, driver killed
A 24-year-old man from Hayathnagar died after his speeding car crashed into an air-release valve of the Krishna drinking water pipeline near Nagole Metro Station in Hyderabad. The impact damaged the pipeline, causing a massive water leak, traffic congestion and disruption of drinking water supply to several localities.
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