- newHyderabad police probe fire at Forensic Science Laboratory
A fire at Telangana’s Forensic Science Laboratory in Red Hills damaged the cyber forensic lab, conference hall, and library. Nampally police have launched an investigation, seeking expert opinions, while most data has been recovered and temporary operations continue.
- 10 mins ago 9 Feb 26, 5:21pm - - newHyderabad’s iconic 111-year-old John Morris fire engine wins at vintage car rally
The 111-year-old John Morris Fire Engine from Hyderabad won two major awards at the Statesman Vintage and Classic Car Rally 2026 in New Delhi. Maintained by SCR’s Lallaguda workshop, the vehicle was honoured for age and preservation.
- 2 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 3:59pm - - newHyderabad: Youth booked for riding with number plate hidden in dicky
Traffic police booked a youth and seized his scooter during a special drive in Banjara Hills after he was caught riding without a visible number plate. Police later found the plate hidden inside the vehicle and discovered 23 pending challans.
- 2 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 3:10pm - - newHyderabad: Man robbed of gold, phone while drinking alone at Boduppal
A 46-year-old man was robbed by three unidentified persons while drinking alone in a secluded area at Boduppal on Sunday night. The accused fled with his gold jewellery, mobile phone and wallet. Police have registered a case and are examining CCTV footage.
- 3 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 3:00pm - - newHyderabad: 10-year-old boy dies after falling from building while retrieving kite in Mailardevpally
A 10-year-old boy died after falling from a building while trying to retrieve a kite in Mailardevpally on Monday. The child reportedly slipped through roofing sheets of a shed and died on the spot, police said.
- 3 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 2:30pm - - newLED streetlights go defunct in many ULBs across Telangana
LED streetlights in several municipalities have gone defunct following the expiry of EESL maintenance contracts, triggering public complaints ahead of civic polls. Financial constraints, manpower shortages and pending government dues have worsened maintenance issues across urban local bodies.
- 4 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 1:23pm - - newStop blaming the heart, clogged vessels are the problem: How walking rewires your heart health
Regular walking can significantly improve cardiovascular health by reducing blood vessel resistance and lowering blood pressure, experts say. Studies show benefits begin at just 2,700 steps a day, with optimal gains reached well below the often-cited 10,000-step target.
- 5 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 12:12pm - - newHyderabad: Man leaps to death from 16th floor in Shaikpet
A man suspected to be ill and depressed jumped to death from the 16th floor of a building in Shaikpet. Police investigation is in progress
- 8 hours ago 9 Feb 26, 9:57am - - new9-year-old critical after electrocution in Kukatpally
In Hyderabad’s Kukatpally area, a nine-year-old boy was critically injured after being electrocuted while trying to retrieve a kite entangled in transformer cables.
- 19 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 10:30pm - - newMan apprehended for number plate tampering in Hyderabad
In Hyderabad, Chaderghat police arrested a man in Malakpet for tampering with his vehicle’s registration number plate to evade traffic challans. The altered plate led to 23 challans being wrongly issued to the rightful owner of the registration number.
- 19 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 10:19pm - - newSrujan and Lakshmi win under-16 titles at A2H chess tournament
V Shanmukha Srujan and Lakshmi Sri Nidhi won the boys and girls under-16 titles at the A2H Children’s chess tournament in Hyderabad. The event also saw winners in the under-10 category, with Shadab and Sheershika Chowdam finishing first
- 20 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 9:51pm - - newHyderabad beat Assam by eight wickets in Col C K Nayudu Trophy
Hyderabad defeated Assam by eight wickets in the Col C K Nayudu Trophy under-23 cricket at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Goa beat Hyderabad in the BCCI women’s one-day event, while Chandigarh and OMC also recorded wins in their matches
- 20 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 9:44pm - - newV M Kavya to lead Hyderabad in BCCI women’s one-day championship
V M Kavya has been named captain of Hyderabad for the BCCI Senior women’s one-day cricket championship in Ranchi. K Niteesha will serve as vice-captain. The squad includes players like Vanka Pooja, S Yashasri, Sandhya Gora and others
- 20 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 9:42pm - - newRelocation of Telangana govt offices hits roadblock amid flawed moves
The Telangana government’s plan to relocate 39 offices from rented premises to government-owned buildings has hit a roadblock after criticism over shifting some offices to T-Hub. Chief Minister Revanth Reddy cancelled the relocation orders, leaving uncertainty over the exercise.
- 21 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 8:43pm - - newKTR suspects conspiracy to destroy Cash-for-Vote case evidence in FSL fire, demands judicial probe
BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao alleged that the fire at Telangana’s Forensic Science Laboratory was deliberate and aimed at destroying evidence in the Cash-for-Vote case. He demanded a judicial probe by a retired judge and sought the Centre’s intervention
- 22 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 7:52pm -
- newHyderabad water board catches tractor driver dumping waste into Gandipet reservoir
HMWSSB patrolling staff caught a tractor driver dumping construction waste into the Gandipet reservoir in Hyderabad. The driver admitted the offence, and a criminal case has been registered. The Water Board urged public vigilance against water source pollution.
- 22 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 7:46pm - - newNTA releases NEET UG 2026 notification; test on May 3
The NTA has opened applications for NEET UG 2026, scheduled on May 3. The online form is available until March 8. NEET scores are required for MBBS, BDS, BAMS, BUMS, BSMS, BVSc & AH, and Military Nursing Service BSc Nursing admissions.
- 23 hours ago 8 Feb 26, 6:26pm - - Three flyovers at IIIT junction progress rapidly, says GHMC
Construction of three multi-level flyovers at key junctions in Hyderabad’s IT corridor is progressing quickly. The Rs 800-crore GHMC project aims to eliminate traffic signals and ease chronic congestion by May 2028.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 5:30pm - - High-profile case evidence safe after lab fire, FSL Director clarifies
The Telangana FSL has assured that all sensitive evidence, including material linked to the Note-for-Vote and phone-tapping cases, remains safe despite a recent fire. Data recovery is under way, and police are investigating the incident.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 5:20pm - - INCOIS to launch three new ocean information services on foundation day
On its Foundation Day, INCOIS will launch three new ocean information services, including a jellyfish tracking portal, an upgraded Samudra 2.0 app and a coastal flood warning system, alongside signing key collaboration agreements.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 5:10pm - - KNRUHS extends PG medical free exit for 2025-26 admissions
Extension of free exit option for PG Medical Degree/Diploma for management quota and non-service candidates in convenor quota
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 4:27pm - - Four arrested in Hyderabad ganja case under Operation Dhoolpet
The Prohibition and Excise Department STF team seized 5.24 kilograms of ganja during a raid at Jummerat Bazaar in Hyderabad under Operation Dhoolpet. Four persons were arrested, while four others are absconding. Vehicles and mobile phones were also seized
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 4:15pm - - Hyderabad: Rowdy sheeter booked for cheating investor in Shahalibanda
Shahalibanda police have booked rowdy sheeter Ayub Khan for allegedly cheating a man of Rs 4.70 lakh by promising business investment returns and later threatening him for more money. An investigation is underway.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 3:20pm - - Priyanka Chopra takes a piece of Hyderabad home as she wraps up film shoot
Actor Priyanka Chopra Jonas shared a glimpse of carrying Hyderabad’s iconic bun maska as she left the city after completing a schedule of Varanasi. She will return after promoting her Hollywood action film The Bluff, releasing on February 25.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 2:30pm - - Material objects in Note for Vote, phone tapping cases are safe: Telangana FSL
The Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory clarified that material objects linked to high-profile cases, including the Note for Vote and phone tapping cases, are safe and accounted for, even as investigations continue into a recent fire incident at the FSL premises.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 2:02pm - - Congress is betraying youth, farmers, says KTR
BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao accused the Congress government of betraying farmers and youth by failing to fulfil its election promises while campaigning in Tandur. He urged voters to back BRS candidates in the municipal elections to ensure accountability.
- 1 day ago 8 Feb 26, 1:41pm - - Aarush named captain of Hyderabad-B team for invitational tournament
K Aarush will captain Hyderabad-B in the invitational Quadrangular tournament against Tamil Nadu, Mumbai and Andhra in Chennai from February 13 to 23. The squad includes Rohit, Mahaprasad, Arjun Diwakar and others, with five players named as stand-byes
- 2 days ago 8 Feb 26, 12:23am - - CCOB Sub Junior FC beat Young Sporting FC 2-0 in TFA C-Division
CCOB Sub Junior FC defeated Young Sporting FC 2-0 in the TFA C-Division football league at Gymkhana Ground, Hyderabad. Emmadi Chethan scored in the second minute, while D Nikesh added another in the 40th minute to seal victory
- 2 days ago 8 Feb 26, 12:21am - - Hyderabad take first-innings lead over Assam in CK Nayudu Trophy
Hyderabad took the first-innings lead against Assam in the CK Nayudu Trophy at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium. Evergreen Cricket Club won the A-Division league final, while Warangal clinched the HCA women’s T20 title with a narrow win over Mahabubnagar
- 2 days ago 8 Feb 26, 12:08am - - Fire at Telangana Forensic Lab: Most forensic evidence safe, says officials
TGFSL has issued a clarification after a fire broke out on its first floor, damaging the computer forensic lab, training hall, and other facilities. Authorities assured that most forensic evidence and case property remain safe.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 11:25pm - - SCR GM reviews redevelopment works at railway station
South Central Railway General Manager Sanjay Kumar Srivastava inspected the ongoing redevelopment works at Secunderabad Railway Station, reviewing upgrades across platforms, foot overbridges, escalators, waiting halls, and parking facilities.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 11:16pm - - MLRIT students achieve global recognition at Dubai Startup Pitch event
Students from MLR Institute of Technology (MLRIT) in Hyderabad have earned international recognition after pitching their startup, Junicorn, at a global event in Dubai.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 11:11pm - - Software engineer ends life on Secunderabad railway tracks
A 28-year-old software engineer, Sundaramurthy from Tamil Nadu, died by suicide after jumping in front of a goods train between Ammuguda and Neredmet stations in Hyderabad. He had migrated to the city five years ago.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 10:57pm - - FSL fire raises doubts over destruction of ‘note-for-vote’ evidence, says KTR
A suspicious fire at the Forensic Science Laboratory in Hyderabad has triggered political controversy, with BRS leaders alleging possible destruction of crucial evidence in sensitive cases, including the 2015 note-for-vote scandal.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 9:59pm - - CREDAI Hyderabad Property Show 2026 draws strong response at HITEX
The second day of the CREDAI Hyderabad Property Show 2026 at HITEX Exhibition Centre witnessed strong participation, highlighting the city’s booming real estate sector. With over 300 RERA-approved projects on display, homebuyers explored diverse residential and commercial options.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 9:11pm - - Hyderabad: Physiotherapist found dead in suspected suicide in Suraram
A 28-year-old physiotherapist was found dead at her residence in Suraram, Hyderabad, in a suspected suicide case. Suraram police have registered a case based on her father’s complaint and are investigating the incident.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 8:24pm - - Sanathnagar man duped of Rs 36.16 lakh by loan app fraudsters
A 46-year-old man from Sanathnagar was allegedly harassed and cheated of Rs 36.16 lakh by online loan app executives. Police said the offenders threatened him by misusing personal data. Hyderabad Cybercrime Police have launched an investigation
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:44pm - - Major fire at Nampally forensic lab destroys cyber forensic section
A major fire broke out at the Forensic Science Laboratory in Nampally, Hyderabad, damaging over 40 computers and equipment in the cyber forensic section. The incident has raised concerns about the fate of crucial evidence linked to several high-profile cases.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:41pm - - Over 82,500 students receive degrees at JNTU Hyderabad convocation
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad awarded degrees to 82,547 students at its XIV convocation on Saturday. Women students dominated distinctions and gold medals. Aurobindo Pharma director Mettu Madan Mohan Reddy received an Honorary Doctorate
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:28pm - - Cyberabad police solve nine cybercrime cases, arrest 12 suspects
Between January 30 and February 5, Cyberabad Cybercrime Police solved nine cases and arrested 12 suspects across multiple States. Police have urged citizens not to pay for job offers and to report frauds via helpline 1930 or the cybercrime portal.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:21pm - - BRS lodges complaint with Cyberabad CP over attack on party workers at Medchal
The BRS lodged a complaint with Cyberabad Police over an alleged attack by Congress workers on its cadre during a campaign at Medchal. Former Minister Ch Malla Reddy accused Congress leader Vajresh Yadav of assault and sought strict action.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:08pm - - Phone-in programme: Hyderabad residents raise sewage, land encroachment concerns with HYDRAA
Residents across Hyderabad voiced concerns during HYDRAA’s first phone-in programme, reporting sewage mixing into lakes, foul odour, mosquito menace, and sleepless nights. Complaints also included road encroachments in Dundigal Municipality and illegal occupation of government land in Attapur.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 7:06pm - - Forensic Science Lab fire sparks suspicion of conspiracy, BRS demands judicial probe
The BRS alleged that the fire at Hyderabad’s Forensic Science Laboratory was a deliberate attempt to destroy evidence in sensitive cases, including the vote-for-note case. Party leader Dasoju Sravan demanded a judicial inquiry and recovery of digital data.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 6:27pm - - Hyderabad Archbishop Cardinal Poola Anthony elected president of Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India
Cardinal Poola Anthony, Metropolitan Archbishop of Hyderabad, has been elected President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of India during its 37th general body meeting, bringing decades of pastoral and administrative experience to the leadership of the Catholic Church in India.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 5:15pm - - Osmania University releases LAWCET and PGLCET 2026 notification
Hyderabad: Osmania University on Saturday released the Telangana Law Common Entrance Test and PG Law Common Entrance Test 2026 notification, inviting applications from eligible candidates from February 10. Candidates can apply without a late fee up to April 1 and with a late fee of different slabs till May 13. The application fee for LAWCET […]
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 5:00pm - - BITS Pilani Hyderabad hosts international energy materials conference
The Department of Chemical Engineering at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad campus, hosted the third international NMTE2A-2026 conference, bringing together researchers and industry leaders to discuss advances in energy materials, carbon capture, hydrogen technologies and AI-driven material discovery.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 4:56pm - - Hyderabad: Anuv Jain mesmerises Hyderabad crowd on Dastakhat tour
Singer-songwriter Anuv Jain performed to a packed audience in Hyderabad as part of the India leg of his Dastakhat World Tour. The concert featured popular songs and drew music lovers in large numbers, highlighting the city’s growing appetite for live music events.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 4:34pm - - Hyderabad: QR code-based payments to be implemented in 19 ORR Interchange Toll Plazas from April 1
All toll plazas on Hyderabad’s Outer Ring Road will go fully cashless from April 1, with payments accepted only through FASTag or UPI. Cash transactions will be discontinued at all 19 interchanges managed by HGCL.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 4:26pm - - EFLU hosts HY-SAI ’26 Japanese cultural festival
The English and Foreign Languages University hosted HY-SAI ’26, a two-day Japanese cultural festival organised by the Department of Asian Languages, featuring workshops, performances and culinary experiences, with Vice Chancellors from EFLU and IGNOU highlighting shared cultural values.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 3:55pm - - Hyderabad police hunt Koti ATM robbers in Uttar Pradesh
Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force teams conducted raids in Uttar Pradesh with the help of local police to arrest robbers involved in the Koti ATM robbery, in which a businessman was shot and Rs 6 lakh was looted last week.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 3:52pm - - TG POLYCET 2026 to be held on May 13; registrations open till April 20
The Telangana State Board of Technical Education and Training will conduct TG POLYCET 2026 on May 13 for admissions into polytechnic courses. Online registrations are open till April 20, with late and tatkal options available till April 22.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 3:29pm - - From migrant labour source to migrant employer, Telangana transformed under KCR’s rule, says KTR
BRS working president KT Rama Rao said Telangana’s agricultural transformation under former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has turned the State into a hub for migrant farm labour, driven by assured irrigation and farmer support schemes.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 3:19pm - - Telangana to introduce 10 new diploma programmes in government polytechnics
The Telangana State Board of Technical Education and Training will introduce 10 new industry-driven diploma programmes in government polytechnics from 2026–27, adding over 2,280 seats and focusing on job-oriented education for Class X students.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 3:14pm - - Hyderabad scientists discover ‘metabolic short circuit’ to stop deadly fungal infections
Scientists at Hyderabad’s CCMB have discovered that fungal infections may be stopped by targeting the sugar metabolism that fuels invasive growth. The study on Candida albicans offers new possibilities for developing more effective antifungal therapies.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 1:16pm - - BRS turncoat MLAs named Congress municipal poll coordinators
The Congress has appointed three BRS turncoat MLAs as coordinators for municipal elections despite the Speaker claiming no evidence of defection. The move has triggered dissent within the party, with former Minister T. Jeevan Reddy openly campaigning against Congress-backed candidates.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 12:07pm - - Hyderabad: Major fire breaks out at Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory in Red Hills
A major fire broke out at the Telangana Forensic Science Laboratory in Red Hills on Saturday morning. Fire tenders were rushed to the spot after police alerted authorities. Traffic was diverted as firefighters worked to bring the blaze under control.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 11:53am - - CM’s ‘benami firm’ KLSR Infra harassing 75-year-old woman, says KTR
BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao alleged that Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy-linked KLSR Infra was harassing a 75-year-old woman and questioned Rahul Gandhi over Congress’s “Mohabbat Ka Dukaan” slogan, citing submissions made before the Supreme Court.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 10:35am - - Wandering tiger kills two sheep in Jangaon village
A wandering tiger killed two sheep at Ammapur village in Jangaon district early on Saturday, triggering panic among villagers. Forest officials identified pugmarks at the site and advised residents to remain alert as this marks the tenth reported kill in 20 days.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 10:33am - - App-based transport workers to observe All-India ‘breakdown’ over falling incomes
App-based transport workers linked to Ola, Uber, Rapido and Porter will observe an All-India “breakdown” on Saturday, protesting falling incomes and alleged exploitation. Unions demand minimum base fares and stricter regulation under the Motor Vehicle Aggregator Guidelines, 2025.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 10:16am - - Maoists’ death toll rises to seven in Gadchiroli encounter, Prabhakar of Telangana among the dead
Seven Maoists, including a top CPI (Maoist) leader from Telangana carrying a Rs.25 lakh reward, were killed in a four-day anti-Naxal operation along the Maharashtra-Chhattisgarh border, while one C-60 commando died of injuries sustained during the encounter.
- 2 days ago 7 Feb 26, 8:35am - - Seone Mendez leads Hyderabad Superstars’ charge in World Pickleball League
Seone Mendez remained unbeaten in the league stage of the World Pickleball League, winning all six singles matches for Hyderabad Superstars. Her strong tennis foundation and consistency have powered the team into the top four with two games left
- 3 days ago 7 Feb 26, 12:24am - - Injury rules out Harshit Rana, Mohd Siraj joins India’s T-20 squad
Hyderabad pacer Mohd Siraj has replaced injured Harshit Rana in India’s T-20 World Cup squad. Rana sustained a knee injury in the warm-up match against South Africa in Navi Mumbai, with BCCI confirming his unavailability after medical scans
- 3 days ago 6 Feb 26, 11:56pm - - India’s run ends in Badminton Asia Team Championships quarterfinals
India’s challenge in the Badminton Asia Team Championships ended in the quarterfinals at Qingdao, China. The men lost 1-3 to Korea despite Kidambi Srikanth’s win, while the women fell 0-3 to China in the absence of PV Sindhu
- 3 days ago 6 Feb 26, 11:53pm - - Telangana boxers finish second in Bolarum boxing tournament
Tamil Nadu won the team title at the Invitation Boxing Tournament in Bolarum, with 14-year-old Joshika named best boxer. Telangana bagged silver while Andhra Pradesh finished third. Dignitaries from Blue World Boxing Association and local organisations attended the prize distribution
- 3 days ago 6 Feb 26, 11:47pm - - Keerthana Pandian wins silver at Asian Snooker Championships
Indian cueist Keerthana Pandian settled for silver at the Asian Snooker Championships in Doha after losing 1-3 to defending champion Narantuya Bayarsaikhan. The 23-year-old, who impressed throughout the tournament, faltered in the final despite a strong semifinal win
- 3 days ago 6 Feb 26, 11:44pm -