- new26-year-old man killed after car runs over him following bike collision in Rangareddy
A 26-year-old man was killed after a car allegedly ran over him following a collision between two motorcycles on the Hyderabad–Srisailam National Highway near Kadthal in Rangareddy district. Police launched an investigation and are searching for the other biker and driver.
- 39 mins ago 14 Aug 26, 12:44pm - - newBanners targeting Goshamahal MLA Raja Singh removed in Humayun Nagar
Two controversial banners targeting Goshamahal MLA T Raja Singh were found in Humayun Nagar on Thursday night. Police removed the banners after noticing provocative content and an objectionable image of the MLA. A complaint was reportedly lodged over the incident
- 2 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 11:47am - - newAfter evicting poor, Congress plans revenue generation from Hyderabad’s vending spaces
The Hyderabad government is planning formal vending zones on government land, with shops to be rented to eligible vendors. The move is aimed at easing congestion and preventing encroachments, while also creating recurring revenue for financially strained urban local bodies
- 3 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:52am - - newStop misleading people with false propaganda, protect farmers’ interests and Telangana’s water rights: Harish Rao
BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of misleading people over Telangana’s irrigation history. He warned of a major agitation if Andhra Pradesh’s proposals against Telangana projects were not withdrawn before the August 18 GRMB meeting
- 3 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:24am - - newHyderabad Traffic Police seek walkers’ views on KBR Park plan
Hyderabad Traffic Police held an open discussion with KBR Park walkers on Friday to explain the proposed one-way traffic system from August 18. Officials urged visitors to use designated parking facilities, follow revised arrangements and submit suggestions through a QR code
- 4 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 9:47am - - newOpinion: Kaleshwaram and KCR’s vision for Green Telangana
To speak about Kaleshwaram is not merely to remember a structure; it is to speak about the dignity of farmers, rural revival, water equity, and the security of future generations
- 4 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 9:45am - - newACB arrests Jagtial revenue inspector in Rs 30,000 bribe case
ACB officials in Jagtial district caught Revenue Inspector M Rahul while allegedly accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe at his residence in Beerpur. He had allegedly demanded Rs 50,000 for conducting a land survey and issuing a report for registration
- 5 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:07am - - newSCBA chief condemns BCI directive against NALSAR graduates
Supreme Court Bar Association president Vikas Singh has condemned the BCI directive withholding enrolment of 2026 NALSAR graduates with State Bar Councils. He termed the move illegal and disproportionate, urging the BCI to withdraw it immediately and allow graduates to enrol.
- 15 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 10:22pm - - newTelangana State Yoga Championship to be held in September
The Telangana State Yoga Championship will be held in September, with competitions scheduled in sub-junior, junior and senior categories for participants from across the State. The championship assumes significance as the National Championship is scheduled to be held later this year.
- 15 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 10:18pm - - newRPF band performs patriotic musical show at Begumpet Railway Station
The South Central Railway’s RPF band performed a musical show at Begumpet Railway Station as part of Independence Day celebrations. The band played patriotic and popular tunes to promote patriotism, especially among youth, after earlier performances at Kacheguda and Necklace Road.
- 15 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 9:58pm - - newRajagopal Reddy targets Revanth over outsiders holding key posts
Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajagopal Reddy criticised the Revanth Reddy government over outsiders holding key positions, alleged corruption and contractors’ influence, and announced a fight on behalf of unemployed youth and students. He also questioned conditions imposed on Indiramma Housing beneficiaries.
- 16 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 9:48pm - - newRevanth Reddy admits lands being included in 22-A, assures government will address issues
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has assured landowners that no land will be lost if properties are wrongly included under the 22-A prohibited category. He said the government would exclude court-affected or government portions and allow eligible lands for registration.
- 16 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 9:46pm - - newHyderabad businessman loses Rs 75 lakh in impersonation fraud
A Hyderabad businessman was allegedly cheated of Rs 75 lakh after cyber fraudsters impersonated an acquaintance and arranged for cash to be sent to Ahmedabad. Police arrested Bharat Goswami after examining CCTV footage and are probing his alleged role.
- 16 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 9:34pm - - newQuash petitons must state if similar petitions filed earlier: Telangana High Court
The Telangana High Court has directed its Registry to ensure criminal petitions seeking quashing of FIRs or final reports disclose details of earlier similar petitions. The order follows a case where an accused filed a second plea without disclosing the earlier petition.
- 16 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 9:01pm - - newPIB Hyderabad workshop seeks to dispel myths around organ donation
PIB Hyderabad organised a Varta media workshop on organ donation, highlighting common myths and medical facts. Experts stressed the importance of donor families, public awareness and voluntary pledges, while NOTTO’s Jug Jug Jiyo campaign seeks to encourage organ donation.
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- newBCI makes a ‘U turn’ on NALSAR graduates’ enrolment with State Bar Councils
The Bar Council of India has rescinded its decision asking State Bar Councils not to enrol NALSAR’s 2026 graduates. The BCI said students should not suffer for alleged misconduct by others and sought a factual report from the university Vice-Chancellor.
- 17 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - newSecurity tightened at Hyderabad airport ahead of Independence Day
Security has been tightened at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport in Shamshabad ahead of Independence Day celebrations. High-alert restrictions will remain in force until August 20, with visitor passes suspended and intensive checks of vehicles, passengers and airport premises.
- 17 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 8:29pm - - newAkan Hyderabad to host ‘Pay As You Please’ event for charity on August 15
Akan Hyderabad will host its annual Aahvaanam initiative on August 15, offering gourmet dining and live music under a “Pay As You Please” model. Proceeds will benefit The Good Talk Factory Foundation and support accessibility, autism and skill-development initiatives.
- 17 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - newPriest hands over 8 tolas gold found near Begumpet to Hyderabad police
A Hyderabad priest set an example of honesty by handing over 8 tolas of gold jewellery he found near Begumpet Public School traffic signal to the police. CCTV footage helped trace the owner and the ornaments were returned.
- 17 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 8:15pm - - newBRS alleges Congress plotting to scrap Kalyana Lakshmi, Shaadi Mubarak
BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar alleged that the Congress government was conspiring to scrap Kalyana Lakshmi and Shaadi Mubarak schemes. He questioned its failure to file a counter-affidavit and defend the welfare programmes in the High Court.
- 17 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 8:11pm - - new27-year-old tribal man from Andhra undergoes rare mediastinal cancer surgery in Hyderabad
A 27-year-old man from Konam village in Anakapalli district underwent surgery for a rare mediastinal cancer at Malla Reddy Narayana Multispeciality Hospital. Doctors performed a sternotomy to remove residual tumour tissue after chemotherapy, and discharged him in stable condition.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:48pm - - newITC Kakatiya Hyderabad to host Independence Day brunch featuring flavours from across India
ITC Kakatiya will mark India’s 79th Independence Day with a special buffet brunch at Deccan Pavilion, curated by Chef Arvind Singh. The menu brings together regional dishes from Kashmir to Kerala, highlighting India’s diverse culinary traditions, ingredients and cooking styles.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:36pm - - newHyderabad police announce diversions at Necklace Rotary on Aug 14
Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced diversions near Necklace Rotary on August 14 for the inauguration of the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule statue at Lake View Park. The diversions will begin at 2 p.m. and remain until the event concludes, depending on traffic conditions.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - newTIMS urged to prioritise local patients before chasing medical tourism
The Telangana government’s move to carve out elite medical suites at TIMS, Sanathnagar, for foreign patients under a medical tourism initiative has drawn sharp criticism. Senior doctors and public health experts argue the plan undermines the institute’s original purpose of serving the poor and middle class.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:28pm - - newThree months on, key suspects in Tanuja Ranjan murder yet to be arrested
Three months after Tanuja Ranjan was murdered at her Jubilee Hills residence, the alleged mastermind and key suspects remain at large. Hyderabad police have arrested two suspects and recovered some stolen property, while efforts are underway to trace those believed to have fled Nepal.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:22pm - - newITC Kohenur celebrates India’s culinary diversity with two Independence Day experiences
ITC Kohenur will celebrate Independence Day with two specially curated culinary experiences at Golconda Pavilion on August 15 and 16. Guests can savour South Indian delicacies and regional specialties from across India, highlighting the country’s rich culinary heritage and unity in diversity.
- 18 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 7:16pm - - newNizam College students protest over hostel accommodation in Hyderabad
Students at Hyderabad’s Nizam College staged a protest demanding hostel accommodation, alleging that rooms had not been allotted more than a month into the academic year. Nearly 1,000 students are reportedly seeking accommodation, while police prevented protesters from entering the Principal’s chamber.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:40pm - - newWoman alleges online abuse, threats after family calls off marriage in Hyderabad
A Hyderabad woman has alleged severe harassment, online abuse and threats from a man after her family called off their proposed marriage. She alleged that he took Rs 15 lakh, demanded dowry and later spread false claims about her on social media.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:38pm - - newFormer Telangana DPH Srinivasa Rao seeks hike in AYUSH doctors’ stipends
Former Telangana DPH Dr G Srinivasa Rao has urged the State government to hike AYUSH doctors’ stipends and clear arrears, citing disparities with allopathy medicos. He also backed the ongoing protest by AYUSH house surgeons and postgraduates at Indira Park.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:33pm - - newHyderabad: Man booked for allegedly harassing woman with promise of IT Job
Banjara Hills police have registered a case against a man accused of allegedly harassing a young woman after luring her with an IT job promise. The woman alleged that he threatened to share her private photographs and chats with her parents.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:28pm - - newSouth Central Railway to run special trains between Charlapalli and Kottayam for Onam
South Central Railway will operate special trains between Charlapalli and Kottayam to meet the additional passenger rush during Onam. The services will run on selected dates in August, with stops at several major stations and multiple coach classes for passengers.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:19pm - - newPocharam Srinivas Reddy defends remarks on Revanth Reddy government
Banswada MLA Pocharam Srinivas Reddy has defended his criticism of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s administration, saying he only spoke the truth. He denied any political motive, backed development works by both BRS and Congress governments in his constituency.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:15pm - - newBRS opposes Government decision to auction land near Durgam Cheruvu
The Telangana Government plans to auction 10.63 acres at Panmaktha village in Raidurg near Durgam Cheruvu. BRS leader T Harish Rao opposed the proposed auctions, citing alleged heritage, ownership, Waqf and legal disputes over the land.
- 19 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 6:06pm - - newNIMS Neurosurgeon Dr Thirumal Yerragunta selected as Scientist-in-Residence at UCF
NIMS neurosurgeon Dr Thirumal Yerragunta has been selected as a Scientist-in-Residence at the University of Central Florida. During his week-long residency, he will interact with faculty and students, discuss neurosurgery and AI in healthcare, and explore academic collaborations.
- 21 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 4:00pm - - newJunior NTR discharged from KIMS Hospitals after successful shoulder surgery
Actor Junior NTR has been discharged from KIMS Hospitals in Secunderabad after undergoing successful arthroscopic shoulder surgery. He is doing well and will begin rehabilitation under medical supervision. The actor had sustained the injury in late July.
- 22 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:50pm - - newBikeWo, Hala Mobility sign MoU to deploy 1,000 EVs
BikeWo Green Tech has signed an MoU with Hyderabad-based Hala Mobility to explore EV fleet deployment and management. The companies plan an initial deployment of around 1,000 vehicles, with an ambition to scale the fleet to 10,000 vehicles over three years.
- 22 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:42pm - - newH-CITI works: Over 30% of flyovers, underpass completed in Gachibowli
More than 30 per cent of civil works under the H-CITI project have been completed at IIIT and Khajaguda junctions in Gachibowli. The project includes three flyovers and an underpass, while construction has caused traffic disruptions. CMC targets April 2027 completion.
- 22 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:36pm - - newNaga Panchami 2026: PFA, GHSPCA appeals to public to stop cruelty against snakes
Ahead of Naga Panchami on August 17, the PFA, GHSPCA has urged people to stop cruelty against snakes in the name of religious practices. It warned about illegal capture, injuries, starvation and harmful handling, and appealed to citizens to report such cases.
- 22 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 3:17pm - - newMahindra University sets up India’s second HackerFab for semiconductor talent
Mahindra University has launched India’s second HackerFab, a student-led open-source semiconductor fabrication facility. The initiative will give students hands-on experience in designing and developing low-cost fabrication tools while helping strengthen India’s technical talent and capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing.
- 22 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:56pm - - newT-Hub launches Blueprint fellowship to help deep tech startups scale
T-Hub has launched Blueprint, a 12-month founder fellowship for deep tech startups moving from early traction to scale. The programme will provide operating and commercial support, investor readiness, mentorship, enterprise opportunities, international exposure and access to talent and IP.
- 23 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 2:49pm - - newSecunderabad: Railway Protection Force gears up for Independence Day with parade rehearsals
RPF personnel in Secunderabad are intensifying preparations for Independence Day with parade rehearsals, march-past drills and dog squad demonstrations at the RRC Ground. The South Central Railway celebrations also feature patriotic performances by the RPF band at railway stations
- 24 hours ago 13 Aug 26, 1:33pm - - Telangana: Youngster arrested for murdering father, burning body in Mancherial
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Mancherial district for allegedly murdering his father and burning his body after a dispute over his marriage. Police said he smothered his father at a mango farm, later filed a false missing complaint and confessed during interrogation
- 1 day ago 13 Aug 26, 12:24pm - - ACB takes DSP Bheem Reddy into custody in disproportionate assets case
Anti-Corruption Bureau officials took DSP Sankireddy Bheem Reddy into custody from Chanchalguda Central Jail for two days of questioning in a disproportionate assets case. Investigators are probing alleged benami holdings, property acquisitions, investments and assets worth over Rs.200 crore
- 1 day ago 13 Aug 26, 11:41am - - Polling stations go up in Telangana, 32 added in Hyderabad
The Election Commission has approved rationalisation of polling stations in Telangana, increasing the total from 35,985 to 36,353 across 33 districts. Nalgonda district recorded the highest addition with 49 new stations, followed by Hyderabad with 32, while several constituencies saw location changes, nomenclature updates, and mergers.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 11:43pm - - Traffic diversions in Banjara Hills for CM Revanth Reddy’s visit on Aug 13
Hyderabad Traffic Police has issued an advisory ahead of Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s visit to Komaram Bheem Adivasi Bhavan on Thursday. Moderate congestion is expected on Road No. 10, Banjara Hills with diversions suggested for motorists.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 10:45pm - - Afzalgunj shooting suspects held in Bihar, brought to Karnataka
Two suspects linked to the sensational Afzalgunj shooting at Roshan Travels and the Bidar ATM robbery have been arrested in Bihar by Karnataka police. The duo, accused of looting Rs 93 lakh and killing a security guard, was traced and brought to Karnataka for further investigation.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 10:24pm - - High Court raps HYDRAA, questions ‘parallel govt’ over Malkajgiri demolition
The Telangana High Court on Wednesday castigated HYDRAA for demolishing a compound wall at Malkajgiri despite subsisting court orders protecting the landowners’ possession. Justice NV Shravan Kumar questioned whether the agency was running a parallel government and initiated suo motu contempt proceedings against HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 10:12pm - - Cyberabad police urge IT firms to revamp transport, traffic practices
The Cyberabad Traffic Police have asked IT companies to overhaul employee transport systems to tackle worsening congestion along the IT corridors. At a stakeholder meeting chaired by Joint Commissioner Sunpreet Singh, measures such as carpooling, centralised corporate buses, and staggered office timings were recommended to ease peak‑hour traffic.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 9:06pm - - Cambridge AS & A Level entries grow 15 pc in India
Cambridge International Education has announced the results of its June 2026 exam series, with 368,000 students worldwide receiving AS & A Level results. India recorded over 40,000 entries, marking an 11 per cent rise from last year and a 15 per cent growth in AS & A Level entries.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 8:54pm - - GHMC repairs 105 potholes, clears 126 MT waste on Day 2 of monsoon drive
The GHMC repaired 105 potholes and cleared over 170 metric tonnes of waste in Hyderabad on the second day of its special monsoon drive. The civic body also installed bins at shops, pruned tree branches, and conducted awareness programmes in schools.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - Hyderabad zoo elephants enjoy 5-km walk on World Elephant Day
Four Asian elephants at Hyderabad’s Nehru Zoological Park were taken out for a 5-km walk as part of World Elephant Day celebrations, delighting visitors with a rare close-up view. The animals were also treated to specially prepared jumbo cakes.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - ECI clarifies on validity of Family Register Certificates in Telangana
The Election Commission of India has ruled that Family Register Certificates issued after July 25, 2026, under the new MeeSeva mechanism, will not be valid for verification in the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Telangana.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 8:06pm - - KT Rama Rao demands impartial probe into weaver’s death
BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded an impartial probe into the death of weaver Vengala Venkatesham and sought justice for his family. He questioned the police action, urged a transparent investigation and assured financial and educational support to Venkatesham’s daughter
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:54pm - - BRS leader Jagadish Reddy questions Krishna water diversion
Former Minister and BRS MLA G Jagadish Reddy accused the Congress government of failing to protect Telangana’s water interests. He alleged diversion of Krishna River water through Pothireddypadu and demanded that water diversion be stopped until Nagarjuna Sagar project was filled
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:51pm - - Hyderabad police bust Odisha drug supply chain, seize 23 kg marijuana
The SOT LB Nagar team and Nagole police busted an Odisha-Hyderabad drug supply chain and arrested two inter-state drug peddlers. Police seized 23 kg of marijuana worth Rs 11.51 lakh from two vehicles near Nagole X Road on Tuesday night
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:39pm - - Shared Heritage and Social Media can connect Hearts across Southasia
Around 190 videos were received for the 2nd Southasian Commemoration of Doyens of Peace. Artists and youth from Bhutan, India and Pakistan used Digital Stages to showcase culture, while an eBook featuring videos and contributions from Southasians was released
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:36pm - - Gachibowli Police nab former UoH student in drug supply case
Gachibowli Police and the Eagle Team nabbed former University of Hyderabad student Biswajit Kalita alias Biswa in a drug supply case. Police seized 5 grams of marijuana from him and are investigating the source of the ganja and possible involvement of others
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:33pm - - ITC Kohenur to host special Independence Day brunch in Hyderabad
ITC Kohenur will host special culinary experiences at Golconda Pavilion this Independence Day weekend. The offerings include a South Indian brunch and Swad of India, featuring regional delicacies, traditional recipes and flavours from across the country in a festive setting
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - KTR launches AI Hub Switzerland platform in Hyderabad
BRS working president KT Rama Rao on Wednesday launched AI Hub Switzerland in Hyderabad, positioning it as a global platform to help users, businesses and policymakers navigate artificial intelligence adoption. The hybrid platform offers tool comparisons, compliance frameworks and real‑world case studies.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:26pm - - Shriram Finance launches Shri Sampark for Telangana textile industry
Shriram Finance Limited has launched Shri Sampark to support the growth of Telangana’s garments and textile industry. The initiative brought together business experts, officials and representatives of more than 100 companies to discuss growth strategies, capital access and sustainable business opportunities
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:22pm - - Md Habib Memorial Junior Football Tournament from August 17
Sports Coaching Foundation in Masab Tank will organise the Md Habib Memorial Junior Football Tournament from August 17. The tournament will be held for Under-12 and Under-14 players. Interested players can register by contacting the SCF team on the given number
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:19pm - - Unemployed youth confront TJS chief Kodandaram in Hyderabad
TJS chief and MLC Prof. M Kodandaram faced protests from unemployed youth at Somajiguda Press Club in Hyderabad. The protesters questioned him over government job recruitment, the upper age limit and the Congress government's promise of two lakh jobs
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:13pm - - 50 sounds, one melody: The World at Jubilee Hills’ musical tribute to India
The World at Jubilee Hills has launched a musical tribute to India’s unity in diversity, combining more than 50 sounds from across the country into a melody based on Jana Gana Mana. The campaign took nearly 100 days to complete.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 7:09pm - - Hyderabad rains: Heavy showers lash central parts of city
Rains returned to Hyderabad on Wednesday afternoon after a brief break, with central parts of the city receiving relatively heavy rainfall. The weather department forecast light to moderate rain and thundershowers at isolated places, with a yellow warning for several districts.
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 5:50pm - - TCA questions HCA over alleged constitutional violations
The Telangana Cricket Association has questioned the Hyderabad Cricket Association over alleged statutory and constitutional violations, including unauthorised trials and district committees. TCA general secretary D. Guruva Reddy said HCA’s jurisdiction was limited to Hyderabad under existing judicial directives
- 2 days ago 12 Aug 26, 4:50pm -