- newDasara season: Four trains to get temporary stoppage at Hi-Tech City station
South Central Railway will provide temporary stoppage for four trains at Hi-Tech City station from October 9 to 26 to manage the extra passenger rush at Lingampalli and Secunderabad stations during the Dussehra festival season.
- 38 mins ago 15 Aug 26, 1:44pm - - newHyderabad celebrates 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour
Hyderabad celebrated the 80th Independence Day with patriotic fervour, with events held across schools, colleges, offices, residential colonies and business establishments. Parades, cultural programmes, patriotic songs, sweet distribution and award presentations marked celebrations across the city.
- 48 mins ago 15 Aug 26, 1:34pm - - newRevanth Reddy urges Hyderabad residents to support Musi Rejuvenation project
Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged Hyderabad residents to support the Musi Rejuvenation project, assuring them of government assistance and compensation for losses. He also highlighted Telangana’s investments, Bharat Future City, revenue growth and pending employee bills.
- 1 hour ago 15 Aug 26, 1:14pm - - newWater supply to be disrupted for 24 hours in parts of Hyderabad
Water supply will be disrupted for 24 hours in several Greater Hyderabad areas from 10 am on August 17 to 10 am on August 18 as HMWSSB undertakes pumping main, gravity main and valve replacement works at Singur Project.
- 3 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 11:44am - - newCream Stone celebrates India’s 80th Independence Day with “Freedom Treat” campaign across India
Cream Stone Ice Cream is celebrating India’s 80th Independence Day with its “My Treat. My Choice. My Freedom.” campaign. The brand is offering a special Freedom Treat for Rs. 99 at its outlets across India on August 15, 2026.
- 8 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 6:00am - - newHMDA entrusted with TDR issue in CURE and Peri Urban Region
The Telangana government has authorised HMDA to handle Transferable Development Rights (TDR) for projects in CURE and PURE limits as well as Secunderabad Cantonment Board areas.
- 14 hours ago 15 Aug 26, 12:28am - - newKCR pays last respects to brother-in-law Srinivas Rao
BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao on Friday attended the funeral of his brother-in-law Joginipalli Srinivas Rao, who passed away after a prolonged illness. Rao paid floral tributes, consoled family members and assured them of support, while senior BRS leaders including K T Rama Rao and T Harish Rao were also present.
- 15 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 11:02pm - - newSreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology celebrates 26th graduation ceremony
Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology (SNIST), Hyderabad, marked its 26th Graduation Ceremony with academic leaders emphasizing ethics, creativity, and adaptability as guiding principles for graduates.
- 15 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:59pm - - newMiyapur–Alwyn X Road flyover works to snarl traffic from Aug 14
Construction of a six‑lane flyover and underpasses on the Old Mumbai Highway (NH‑65) between Miyapur X Road and Alwyn X Road will disrupt traffic for 180 days starting August 14.
- 16 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:46pm - - newHyderabad: ABVP, NSUI clash at EFLU campus; several injured
Two student groups, ABVP and NSUI, clashed at the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) campus in Hyderabad, leaving several injured. Police have registered cases against both organisations
- 16 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:32pm - - newGolden Jubilee of ISKCON Abids temple to be marked with cultural events from Aug 15
The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON), Abids, has lined up a series of cultural and devotional programmes to mark the Golden Jubilee of Sri Radha Madan Mohan Mandir.
- 16 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:19pm - - newOver 440 NALSAR alumni condemn BCI’s directives against students
Over 440 alumni of NALSAR University of Law have strongly criticised the Bar Council of India’s directive halting enrolment of its students in State Bar Councils and seeking a report from the varsity.
- 16 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 10:10pm - - newBank of Baroda raises USD 700 million through overseas bonds
Bank of Baroda has raised USD 700 million through a dual-tranche overseas bond issue comprising three-year and five-year notes. The issue received strong investor interest, with the order book peaking at USD 2.67 billion, nearly 3.8 times the final size.
- 18 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:46pm - - newTelangana govt gives contradictory figures on auto‑rickshaws, retrofitting costs
The Congress government’s shifting statements on the number of auto‑rickshaws and retrofitting costs in Hyderabad have left drivers anxious. While Chief Minister Revanth Reddy earlier claimed two lakh autos were operating, the latest Cabinet figures put the number at just 18,766.
- 18 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:43pm - - newTPJAC demands Revanth to act on Rs one crore ex gratia promise made to Sigachi blast victims’ kin
The Telangana People's Joint Action Committee (TPJAC) has appealed to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to ensure payment of the pending Rs 58 lakh ex gratia to families of the Sigachi Industries blast victims.
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- newAfzalgunj police to file PT warrant for suspects in Roshan Travels shooting case
Afzalgunj police are set to seek custody of two suspects arrested in Bihar in connection with the Roshan Travels shooting case of January last year. The duo, also accused in a major ATM robbery in Bidar, are currently in judicial custody in Karnataka.
- 18 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:26pm - - newTask Force busts illegal mini gas cylinder racket in Hyderabad, four held
The Rajendranagar Task Force busted an illegal mini gas cylinder manufacturing and transport network in Hyderabad, arresting four persons in two separate cases. Police seized a total of 750 mini gas cylinders, a car, and seven manufacturing machines during raids at various places.
- 18 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:16pm - - newCMC removes 345 encroachments across three Cyberabad zones
Cyberabad Municipal Corporation teams removed 345 encroachments across Serilingampally, Kukatpally and Quthbullapur zones during a drive to reclaim roads, footpaths and public spaces. A total of 12.45 km was restored, with officials vowing continued monitoring to prevent re-encroachment.
- 18 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 8:13pm - - newTelangana Admission and Fee Regulatory Committee warns medical colleges against demanding fees upfront
The Telangana Admission and Fee Regulatory Committee has warned private medical colleges against forcing students to pay five-year tuition fees upfront. The panel also flagged harassment over fee disputes and directed colleges to follow prescribed instalment-based fee collection.
- 20 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 6:22pm - - newHyderabad: Seven snakes rescued from snake charmers ahead of Nagapanchami
Friends of Snakes Society and the Forest Department rescued seven snakes, including four Spectacled Cobras, from snake charmers in Hyderabad ahead of Nagapanchami. Officials urged citizens not to encourage snake charmers and warned against feeding milk to captive snakes.
- 21 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 5:46pm - - newBRS MLA Sanjay targets Revanth over black magic remarks, welfare schemes
BRS Jagtial MLA K Sanjay criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy over his remarks on black magic and alleged that the Congress government was reducing pension coverage and delaying welfare schemes. He also questioned publicity expenditure and ration card photographs.
- 21 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 5:09pm - - newMalkajgiri Police launches all-women band in Neredmet
The Malkajgiri Police launched an all-women police band at the Commissionerate office in Neredmet on Friday. Commissioner B Sumathi inaugurated the initiative during a programme featuring a police band performance and felicitation of 2026 medal recipients.
- 21 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 5:04pm - - newHyderabad Traffic Police hold meeting ahead of KBR Park one-way system
Hyderabad Traffic Police held a stakeholder meeting with hospitals, commercial establishments and other institutions around KBR Park ahead of the one-way traffic system from August 18. Officials discussed diversions, access arrangements and measures to ensure uninterrupted emergency services.
- 22 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 4:44pm - - newSickle Cell Society exploring gene therapy access to thalassemia patients
The Thalassemia and Sickle Cell Society (TSCS) is exploring ways to bring gene therapy access to patients in India. A delegation visited Thailand and other countries to study treatment protocols, infrastructure and collaboration opportunities with global experts
- 22 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 4:39pm - - newJ Narsaiah recommended for President’s Medal for Distinguished Service
Additional DCP J. Narsaiah has been recommended for the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service on Independence Day 2026. A 1991-batch Sub-Inspector, he has served for over 35 years and played key roles in anti-Naxal operations and major investigations.
- 22 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 4:26pm - - newNagarjuna Akkineni shares cyber fraud experience at awareness programme
Actor Nagarjuna Akkineni urged people to remain vigilant against cyber fraud during a Telangana Cyber Security Bureau awareness programme. He shared his own experience of being targeted by fraudsters and advised people not to share sensitive information or respond impulsively.
- 22 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 4:23pm - - newHyderabad: 50-year-old woman dies by suicide at ladies’ hostel in Kukatpally
A 50-year-old woman died by suicide at a ladies’ hostel in Kukatpally after reportedly suffering prolonged emotional distress over family problems. KPHB police identified her as Tirupati Sudha and said her family expressed no suspicion over her death.
- 22 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 4:14pm - - newHyderabad: BITS Pilani, Daimler Truck Innovation Center India launch SPARK Lab
BITS Pilani and Daimler Truck Innovation Center India have entered into a strategic partnership to establish the SPARK Lab. The initiative will promote innovation, talent development and interdisciplinary research in software, product development and artificial intelligence for intelligent commercial vehicles.
- 23 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 3:01pm - - newUoH secures Rs 2.5 crore in grants for climate-resilient agriculture research
The University of Hyderabad has secured two DBT-BIRAC grants worth Rs 2.5 crore under the BioE3 policy for climate-resilient agriculture research. The projects will develop microbial consortia for foxtail millet and viral resistance in tomato through gene editing and foliar treatment.
- 24 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 2:47pm - - newTelangana’s AYUSH PGs and House Surgeons enter 11th day of indefinite strike over stipends
Around 1,000 AYUSH house surgeons and PG scholars in Telangana have been on an indefinite strike for 11 days, demanding stipend parity, arrears from January 2026 and timely salaries. UG students have also joined the protest in their support.
- 24 hours ago 14 Aug 26, 2:29pm - - Hyderabad: Job-related dispute turns violent, man dies after assault in Rajendranagar
A 28-year-old man died after suffering serious head injuries during an altercation with a friend over a delivery-related matter in Rajendranagar. Police identified the suspect as Mohd Turabbudin and are examining CCTV footage as part of their investigation.
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 1:31pm - - 26-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.
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 12:44pm - - Banners 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 11:47am - - After 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 10:52am - - Stop 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 10:24am - - Hyderabad 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 9:47am - - Opinion: 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 9:45am - - ACB 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
- 1 day ago 14 Aug 26, 8:07am - - SCBA 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 10:22pm - - Telangana 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 10:18pm - - RPF 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 9:58pm - - Rajagopal 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 9:48pm - - Revanth 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 9:46pm - - Hyderabad 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 9:34pm - - Quash 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 9:01pm - - PIB 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:45pm - - BCI 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:37pm - - Security 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:29pm - - Akan 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:25pm - - Priest 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:15pm - - BRS 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 8:11pm - - 27-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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:48pm - - ITC 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:36pm - - Hyderabad 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:30pm - - TIMS 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:28pm - - Three 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:22pm - - ITC 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 7:16pm - - Nizam 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:40pm - - Woman 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:38pm - - Former 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:33pm - - Hyderabad: 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:28pm - - South 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:19pm - - Pocharam 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:15pm - - BRS 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.
- 2 days ago 13 Aug 26, 6:06pm - - NIMS 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.
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