- newFormer University of Hyderabad student held with ganja on campus
Gachibowli Police and the Eagle Team arrested former University of Hyderabad student Biswajit Kalita alias Biswa in a drug supply case. Police seized 5 grams of marijuana from him and are probing the source of the ganja supply.
- 1 hour ago 12 Aug 26, 12:03pm - - newHarish Rao questions delay in opposing AP proposal on Telangana irrigation projects
BRS leader T Harish Rao questioned the Telangana government’s delay in opposing Andhra Pradesh’s proposal to review permissions for seven irrigation projects ahead of the August 18 GRMB meeting. He demanded withdrawal of the agenda items and warned of protests.
- 2 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 11:26am - - newKTR questions alleged land allotment to firm linked to Revanth Reddy’s brother
BRS working president KT Rama Rao has questioned the alleged allotment of government land to Tesseract Advanced Systems, linked to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's brother. He sought details about the company's ownership, investment, employees and the land deal.
- 3 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 10:24am - - newHyderabad: Police constable allegedly dies by suicide at LB Nagar station
A police constable allegedly died by suicide at LB Nagar Police Station on Wednesday. The deceased, Sai Kumar, was found hanging by colleagues. His family has questioned the circumstances of his death and sought his mobile phone and clarity from police.
- 5 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 8:16am - - newCM directs officials to ensure top facilities for Khelo India Games
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy reviewed preparations for the Khelo India Games in Hyderabad and directed officials to ensure the best facilities at venues. He also called for inspections, remedial measures and wider participation in organising the Games
- 13 hours ago 12 Aug 26, 12:13am - - newICMR-NIN launches SHINE Programme 2026 for school children
The ICMR-NIN has launched SHINE Programme 2026, a two-day outreach initiative for school children. Around 800 students from nine schools are participating in interactive activities covering science, nutrition and public health, including demonstrations, games and diet surveys
- 14 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 11:29pm - - newGHMC removes over 97 MT waste on Day 1 of monsoon drive
GHMC removed 36 MT of legacy municipal solid waste and 61.5 MT of C&D waste on the first day of its 10-day monsoon drive. Teams also cleared potholes, catch pits and culverts and inspected public facilities across 30 wards
- 14 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 11:17pm - - newHPS Begumpet launches leadership programme for students
Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, has launched a comprehensive leadership programme for over 3,500 students across grades and curricula. The initiative aims to develop confidence, resilience, empathy, critical thinking and decision-making, alongside career interactions with professionals and alumni
- 14 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 11:05pm - - newVirtual Lab workshop held for physics students in Hyderabad
A Virtual Lab workshop was conducted for UG First-Year Physics students at Hindi Mahavidyalaya in Hyderabad. The session focused on mechanics experiments, analytical skills and virtual simulations, helping students gain practical knowledge through a safe and cost-effective learning environment
- 14 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:58pm - - newPonguleti orders review of prohibited property applications
Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy directed officials to upload land-related documents by August 14 and resolve genuine prohibited property applications. He asked Sub-Registrars to rely on verified online records while protecting government land and addressing technical and legal issues
- 14 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:35pm - - newTG EAPCET 2026 internal sliding schedule announced
The Technical Education department has announced the TG EAPCET 2026 centralised internal sliding schedule for engineering admissions. Students can exercise web options on August 12 and 13, while seat allotment will be completed on August 15
- 15 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:27pm - - newOver 500 property owners hold hunger strike over Rajiv Rahadari
Over 500 property owners affected by land acquisition for the Rajiv Rahadari elevated corridor held a one-day hunger strike at Karkhana in Secunderabad Cantonment. The protesters demanded fair compensation from the Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri district administrations
- 15 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:13pm - - newKTR visits ailing BRS leader Kyama Mallesham
BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited senior party leader Kyama Mallesham at his LB Nagar residence on Tuesday and enquired about his health. Mallesham is recovering after treatment and surgery at Yashoda Hospital in Malakpet
- 15 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 10:00pm - - newGovernment given last chance to explain land allotment to congress leader’s children
The Telangana High Court has given the State Government a last opportunity to explain its stand on the regularisation of land allotted to the son and daughter of senior Congress leader K. Kesava Rao at allegedly low rates
- 15 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 9:38pm - - newAcumatica opens Global Capability Center in Hyderabad
Acumatica has opened a Global Capability Center in Hyderabad’s Nanakramguda with more than 30 employees. Initially focused on engineering, the centre will support product innovation, serve global customers and help the company expand its operations and capabilities in India
- 16 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 9:14pm -
- newThe Gaudium School tops All India gymnastics championship
The Gaudium School clinched top honours at the All India Level-wise rhythmic and artistic gymnastics championship with 174 gold, 168 silver and 140 bronze medals. Hyfyers Gymnastics Academy finished second, while Gymnora secured third place in the medal tally
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 8:24pm - - newWorld’s top cue sports stars gather for Heyball World Championships
Pune is set to host the $400,000 Apex Sports 3rd WPA Heyball World Championships, featuring six of the world’s top ten men and eight top-ten women. Pankaj Advani is among 26 Indians competing in the elite 128-player field
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 8:22pm - - newNorthEast United FC beat FC1 3-1 to reach Durand Cup quarters
NorthEast United FC defeated FC1 3-1 in their final Group F fixture to enter the quarter-finals of the 135th IndianOil Durand Cup with a perfect record. Parthib Gogoi scored twice, while Alaaeddine Ajaraie added the third goal
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 8:19pm - - newBRS warns of Jala Soudha siege over move to scrap Telangana projects
BRS working president KT Rama Rao warned of a Jala Soudha siege if the Centre and Congress government do not boycott the GRMB meeting on reviewing permissions for seven Telangana projects. He also criticised the Centre and State government
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:46pm - - newRiddhi Toro wins under-14 singles title at CBSE Cluster VII
TIME School’s Riddhi Toro won the under-14 singles title at the CBSE Cluster VII table tennis tournament in Eluru. She defeated Hetvika Kolli in the final, while TIME School finished runner-up in the girls under-14 team event
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:44pm - - newMalkajgiri property owners get relief as Waqf Board moves to correct survey records
Nearly 10,000 Malkajgiri property owners may get relief after the Telangana Waqf Board clarified that several survey numbers listed under Malkajgiri actually belong to Mallapur Village. The Board has forwarded the matter for correction of the Gazette and necessary modification.
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:42pm - - newAnugonda Sreemanya Reddy qualifies for ITF WTT W15K main draw
Hyderabad's 18-year-old Anugonda Sreemanya Reddy has qualified for the main draw of the ITF WTT W15K tournament in Astana, Kazakhstan. She defeated Xiaoyue Xuan of China and Ximena Senties of Mexico in the qualifying rounds to progress
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:40pm - - newExpedite Metro Rail works in Old City, says Revanth Reddy
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed officials to expedite Old City Metro works and road widening along the MGBS-Chandrayangutta corridor. He also reviewed preparations for the Invest Telangana Global Summit in December and sought detailed reports on investments attracted
- 17 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:35pm - - newBritish envoy unveils jersey for India-Spain grassroots football programme
British Deputy High Commissioner Gareth Wynn Owen unveiled the jersey for the India-Spain International Grassroots Football Development Programme in Hyderabad. The initiative will focus on Under-14 players, providing professional coaching, talent identification and opportunities for advanced football training and exposure in Spain
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:31pm - - newAmgen to open new Science and Innovation Centre at Hyderabad’s Genome Valley
Amgen plans to open a new Science and Innovation Center at Hyderabad’s Genome Valley, expanding its global research network. The facility will integrate experimental science, data and digital technologies to accelerate the discovery and development of innovative medicines for patients worldwide.
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - newMLC Dasoju Sravan slams Congress government’s drought response, calls Varuna Yagam a diversion
BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of failing to prepare for a possible drought despite warnings about El Nino. He criticised the lack of contingency plans, drought funds and irrigation measures, calling the Varuna Yagam an attempt to divert attention
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:27pm - - newKTR helps rescue Warangal woman stranded in Muscat
BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao facilitated the rescue and return of a Warangal woman who was allegedly stranded in Muscat after being taken there on a tourist visa on the promise of securing a work visa
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:22pm - - newHyderabad: Job fair in Malakpet on August 13
A job mela will be held in Malakpet, Hyderabad, on August 13 from 8 am to 1 pm. More than 100 companies are expected to participate, offering non-IT opportunities and spot appointment letters to eligible freshers and experienced candidates.
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:20pm - - newAzmatullah Omarzai reprimanded for breaching ICC Code of Conduct
Afghanistan all-rounder Azmatullah Omarzai was reprimanded for breaching the ICC Code of Conduct during the second ODI against Ireland. He received one demerit point after showing dissent at an umpire’s decision, marking his first offence in 24 months
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:18pm - - newP Harshit wins Brilliant Trophy online chess tournament
P Harshit won the Brilliant Trophy online chess tournament after finishing level with Leeladitya on 11 points from 12 rounds. Harshit secured the title on the tie-break rule, while Bhavyesh Balaji finished third with 10 points
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:13pm - - newHyderabad traffic police to introduce one-way system around KBR Park from August 18
Hyderabad Traffic Police will introduce a one-way traffic system around KBR Park from August 18 due to ongoing H-CITI flyover and underpass works. Officials said pilot trials were conducted, while signage, CCTV and drone monitoring will help manage traffic.
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:11pm - - newAI Singularity’s Real Cost Is Unpriced– Vatsal Soin 0→1 Doctrine Metainvention Names It
The 0→1 Doctrine proposes a machine-speed framework to check autonomous decisions against human-authorised limits before execution. It argues that as autonomous systems scale, unchecked decisions create an unpriced risk that requires mathematical controls alongside existing regulation and oversight
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 7:00pm - - newKBR Park traffic diversion: Steel flyovers, underpasses under construction at seven junctions
Flyover and underpass construction works around Hyderabad’s KBR Park are progressing rapidly, with earth excavation underway at several locations. GHMC is developing structures at seven key junctions, while traffic police have announced a one-way system to manage traffic during construction.
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 6:47pm - - newWatch: Hyderabad Metro Expansion Stuck Again? AP Cities Move One Step Ahead
Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada Metro DPRs have moved to the Finance Ministry, while Hyderabad's Phase II expansion remains pending. With AP projects moving ahead, questions are growing over Hyderabad's delayed approvals, Phase I takeover and the future of Metro connectivity
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 6:44pm - - newThe Hidden Charges in Savings Accounts That Are Quietly Costing You Money
Savings account fees can quietly reduce your money through minimum balance penalties, ATM charges, debit card fees, transfer costs, SMS alerts, cheque returns and early closure charges. Knowing these fees and checking your bank’s schedule of charges can help avoid unnecessary expenses
- 18 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 6:34pm - - newBRS demands probe into allotment of Rs 200 crore land to Revanth Reddy’s brother’s company at nominal Rs 7 crore
The BRS has alleged misuse of public office in the allotment of five acres of government land to Tesseract Advanced Systems for Rs 7 crore. K T Rama Rao demanded a probe into the transaction and alleged benefits involving the Chief Minister’s family
- 19 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 6:16pm - - newIAF Band to perform at Secunderabad’s Bison Polo Ground on August 15
The No 3 Band of the Indian Air Force will perform at Secunderabad’s Bison Polo Ground on August 15 to mark India’s 80th Independence Day. Beginning at 5 pm, the public event will feature patriotic classics, martial music and national tunes.
- 19 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 6:06pm - - newTrump Towers Hyderabad to rise in Kokapet, project launched on Golden Mile Road
Trump Towers Hyderabad, a luxury residential project by Tribeca Developers and Ira Realty, has been launched in Kokapet. The development will feature two 65-storey towers, more than 450 residences, a suspended sky bridge and the Trump Club.
- 19 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 5:50pm - - newFever Hospital expansion in Hyderabad faces inordinate delay Since 2022
Hyderabad’s historic Fever Hospital expansion remains stalled nearly four-and-a-half years after its foundation. The delayed project includes a new outpatient block, dialysis unit and mortuary. Officials cite funding issues and local opposition, while doctors stress the need for modern infrastructure.
- 19 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 5:40pm - - newTelangana SIR: Over 73 lakh electors may be excluded from draft roll
More than 73 lakh Telangana electors have been marked uncollectable during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. The categories include shifted, deceased, untraceable and duplicate voters. Names may be excluded from the draft roll, subject to claims, objections and verification.
- 20 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 5:00pm - - newNexus Hyderabad Mall offers exclusive Independence Day weekend rewards
Nexus Hyderabad Mall is offering exclusive Independence Day weekend rewards from August 14 to 16 in collaboration with District by Zomato. Consumers can get discounts on dining, shopping and movie tickets, alongside ongoing offers under the End of Sadness Sale.
- 21 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 3:42pm - - newHyderabad Metro expansion stalled while Centre clears Vizag, Vijayawada DPRs
The Centre has approved Metro rail projects in Visakhapatnam and Vijayawada while Hyderabad’s Metro expansion proposals remain pending. Telangana accuses the BJP-led government of discrimination, as repeated requests for Phase II approvals have been rejected or delayed, despite similar projects being cleared in other cities.
- 22 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 3:22pm - - newMalkajgiri railway junction may become secondary terminal for Hyderabad
A fresh proposal could transform Malkajgiri railway junction into a mini terminal for Hyderabad, with additional tracks and loop lines. The development may ease pressure on Kacheguda, improve passenger connectivity and create scope for more MMTS services in the surrounding areas.
- 22 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 3:10pm - - newTension mounts at Gandipet MRO office as Madhu Park Ridge residents protest Musi River land acquisition
Residents of Madhu Park Ridge and neighbouring colonies staged a protest at the Gandipet MRO office in Rajendranagar against land acquisition for the Musi Riverfront Development Project, rejecting compensation offers and refusing to part with their properties.
- 22 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 2:48pm - - newWatch: KTR vs HILT! 10,000 Acres at Risk? Telangana’s Industrial Land Battle
Telangana has extended the HILT application deadline to October 31 after a lukewarm response from industries. With 9,292 acres identified and only 450 acres covered by applications, concerns remain over conversion costs, relocation, land values and development impact fees.
- 22 hours ago 11 Aug 26, 2:40pm - - BRS flags PM Ekta Mall tender irregularities; Govt seeks detailed report
The Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS) has alleged irregularities and a multi-crore scam in the PM Ekta Mall tenders at Raidurg, Hyderabad. K. T. Rama Rao demanded cancellation of tenders and sought Union intervention, while Minister D. Sridhar Babu dismissed the charges as political drama, asserting transparency in the process.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 11:20am - - Sridhar Babu’s claim on Kondal Reddy’s Tesseract link puts Congress government in a spot
Industries Minister D Sridhar Babu denied allegations that Chief Minister Revanth Reddy’s brother Kondal Reddy is linked to Tesseract Advanced Systems, which received prime land at a concessional rate. However, Kondal Reddy’s own social media posts and references by international forums suggest his association with the company.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:26am - - Mechanic crushed to death under RTC bus at Jeedimetla depot
A 39-year-old mechanic was crushed to death at Jeedimetla bus depot in Hyderabad when an RTC bus driver allegedly moved the vehicle while the victim was repairing its brakes. Police have registered a case.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 10:18am - - Hyderabad man booked for sharing CSAM on Instagram
A man from Gajularamaram, Hyderabad, was booked by Jeedimetla police after being flagged by a US child protection agency for allegedly viewing and sharing child sexual abuse material on Instagram. Telangana Cyber Crime traced him via his IP address, but no arrest has been made yet.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 9:56am - - Infant’s body goes missing from Punjagutta graveyard hours after burial
A six-month-old infant’s body, buried at Punjagutta graveyard in Hyderabad, mysteriously disappeared within hours. The grieving family discovered the missing body when they returned to bury the second twin who also died. Police have registered a case and detained graveyard staff for questioning.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 9:38am - - Hyderabad: Woman dies after quarrel over food in Katedan
A 19-year-old woman, Shikhaanjali Kumari, died in Kattedan after her husband allegedly pushed her during a quarrel over food. She sustained a fatal head injury and was declared dead at Osmania General Hospital.
- 1 day ago 11 Aug 26, 8:12am - - Over 19.46 lakh electors found to be Absent, Shifted or Dead electors in Hyderabad district on the last day of SIR
According to the report, Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency stood top with 1,79,794 electors as ASD electors
- 2 days ago 11 Aug 26, 12:24am - - Amneal acquires Kashiv BioSciences, creating global biosimilars leader
The transaction brings together complementary R&D, manufacturing and commercial capabilities, positioning the company to accelerate biosimilar launches, expand patient access and capitalise on growing biologic loss-of-exclusivity opportunities
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:44pm - - Deadline for ‘Indiramma Houses Towers’: Applications extended till August 15
The Telangana Housing Department has extended the deadline for applications for Indiramma Houses in the CURE area to August 15. The department received 46,121 applications by August 10 for 7,340 houses being taken up in 16 constituencies
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:34pm - - Opinion: What a Telangana village tells us about social security
The real test of welfare is simple: money should reach the person it is intended for, on time. Narkuda shows that the social security challenge lies in the last mile
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:32pm - - Team Speed post record 746/8 in HCA B-Division league
Team Speed slammed a record-breaking 746/8 in 90 overs against City College Old Boys in the HCA B-Division two-day league cricket championship. Advith Reddy 256, Koushik Reddy 171 and Vimal Dev 119 powered the remarkable total on Monday
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 11:25pm - - Tax reforms must boost jobs, MSMEs along with investment: BRS MP Ravichandra
BRS Parliamentary Party leader Vaddiraju Ravichandra urged the Centre to ensure tax reforms promote domestic manufacturing, jobs and MSME growth. Participating in a Rajya Sabha debate, he sought stronger support for Telangana in industrial and infrastructure policies
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:09pm - - Former Minister calls return of PRLIS DPR atrocious
Former Telangana Agriculture Minister S Niranjan Reddy criticised the Centre’s decision to return the PRLIS DPR, calling it atrocious. He blamed the Congress government for delays, demanded immediate approval and sought an all-party delegation to Delhi to pursue the project
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 9:04pm - - Dalit Christians stage protest at Jantar Mantar, seek SC status
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said the Bankers’ Books Evidence Bill, 2026, will create a technology-neutral framework for banking records by recognising electronic and digital documents, standardising certification and enabling their admissibility, validity and enforceability as evidence in courts
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:46pm - - Hyderabad Bonalu 2026 concludes with Mahankali ghatam immersion in Musi River
Hyderabad’s Old City witnessed a grand conclusion to its Bonalu festivities as Mahankali ghatams were taken in a colourful procession from Hari Bowli to Nayapul. Thousands of devotees gathered along the route before the ghatams were ceremonially immersed in the Musi River.
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:35pm - - Austerity measures go for a toss as Telangana CM, Ministers use helicopters
Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy flew to Nagarjunasagar for the Varuna Yagam despite earlier austerity measures. His helicopter travel and use of a six-vehicle convoy have raised questions over the government’s commitment to fuel conservation and public austerity measures
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:34pm - - TGCSB busts Delhi call centre network in Telangana loan fraud, 22 arrested
The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has busted a Delhi-based call centre network allegedly targeting Telangana residents with fake loan offers. Police arrested 21 Telugu-speaking women telecallers and a bank account holder, while linking the network to 22 cybercrime cases.
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:30pm - - Telangana achieves 78.26 per cent digitisation of SIR forms
Telangana achieved 78.26 per cent digitisation of enumeration forms after the Election Commission extended the SIR schedule. Yadadri-Bhongiri recorded the highest digitisation at 94.31 per cent, while Hyderabad had the lowest at 58.89 per cent, the CEO said
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:22pm - - Jithender Reddy urges Centre to notify Hyderabad-Bengaluru defence corridor
Telangana Special Representative A.P. Jithender Reddy met Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in New Delhi and sought formal notification of the Hyderabad-Bengaluru Defence Industrial Corridor as a Defence and Aerospace Corridor. Singh responded positively and assured that the proposal would be considered
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:14pm - - BRS exposes massive scam in PM Ekta Mall tender, seeks cancellation and probe
The BRS has alleged irregularities in the tender process for the proposed PM Ekta Mall at Raidurg and demanded its cancellation and an independent probe. K T Rama Rao also sought a halt to further Central funds until the investigation is completed
- 2 days ago 10 Aug 26, 8:05pm -