- newHyderabad voters struggle as BLOs remain untraceable during SIR process
The Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Hyderabad has run into confusion, with many Booth Level Officers remaining untraceable and lakhs of voters waiting for assistance. Voters have complained about delays, lack of guidance and difficulties in filling the prescribed forms.
- 42 mins ago 4 Jul 26, 8:17pm - - newTelangana PCB slaps show-cause notice on Heritage Foods over violations
The Telangana Pollution Control Board has issued a show-cause notice to Heritage Foods Limited in Shamirpet for allegedly discharging wastewater into a natural nala and causing air pollution. The company has also been directed to improve effluent treatment and wastewater management systems.
- 54 mins ago 4 Jul 26, 8:05pm - - newCV Milind stars as Anvita Khammam Aces beat Ranga Reddy Risers to reach third in TG20 League
Skipper C.V. Milind produced a stellar all-round performance, claiming 3/34 and hitting an unbeaten 29, to power Anvita Khammam Aces to a five-wicket victory over Ranga Reddy Risers. The win elevates the Aces to third in the TG20 standings
- 55 mins ago 4 Jul 26, 8:04pm - - newTelangana Squash Open 2026: Top seed KS Arihant cruises into round of 16 in Secunderabad
Top-seeded K.S. Arihant of Tamil Nadu dominated Gautham Atmakur with a seamless straight-sets victory to headline the men’s round of 32 at the NMDC Telangana Squash Open. Dynamic junior action unfolded simultaneously in the Under-11 and Under-13 categories
- 1 hour ago 4 Jul 26, 7:56pm - - newHyderabad: Encroachment demolition triggers traffic snarls between Masjid Banda and Botanical Garden
Road-widening works and demolition of encroachments by the CMC and HYDRAA have caused severe traffic congestion between Masjid Banda and Botanical Garden in Hyderabad. Authorities have removed illegal structures and advised commuters to use alternate routes as the works continue.
- 1 hour ago 4 Jul 26, 7:49pm - - newFourth Little Flower High School State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament begins in Hyderabad
The Fourth Little Flower High School State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament commenced in Hyderabad on Saturday. Inaugurated by chief guest Brahmani Nara of Heritage Foods, the annual event features top state paddlers competing across diverse categories over the coming days
- 1 hour ago 4 Jul 26, 7:37pm - - newE20 petrol raises concerns among Hyderabad motorists
The rollout of E20 petrol has raised concerns among Hyderabad motorists, with many fearing corrosion and reduced mileage. While mechanics say it is too early to assess long-term effects, several motorists want the option to choose between different fuel blends.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 7:18pm - - newWoman ends life in Jawaharnagar; family alleges dowry harassment
A 22-year-old woman, wife of an Excise Constable, died by suicide at her residence in Jawaharnagar, Hyderabad, allegedly due to dowry harassment. Her family accused her husband and in-laws of persistent abuse, while police said the cause of death will be confirmed after the autopsy and investigation.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 7:15pm - - newWater supply to be disrupted in parts of Hyderabad for 24 hours from July 6
Water supply will be disrupted for 24 hours in several parts of Hyderabad from July 6 due to maintenance works at the Allabanda reservoir. HMWSSB will carry out valve replacement to fix leakages and has urged residents to conserve water.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:52pm - - newNurse allegedly murdered by husband in Uppal over suspected infidelity
A 38-year-old nurse was allegedly murdered by her husband in Uppal following disputes over suspected infidelity. Police said the accused attacked her with a blunt object and fled the spot. A manhunt is underway while investigation continues from all angles.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:47pm - - newH-FAST seizes 121.87 tonnes of adulterated food in Hyderabad in 100 days
Hyderabad’s H-FAST has registered 185 cases and seized 121.87 tonnes of adulterated food in 100 days. The crackdown covered multiple zones and food categories, including meat, dairy, fruits and packaged items, with 247 cases referred for regulatory action.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:45pm - - newCyberabad police destroy over 833 kg of seized narcotics worth Rs 5.02 crore
Cyberabad Police destroyed 833.118 kg of seized narcotics worth Rs 5.02 crore, linked to 101 NDPS Act cases. The contraband, including marijuana, MDMA, alprazolam and hashish oil, was incinerated under official supervision following environmental pollution control norms.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:41pm - - newSix arrested in illegal steroid racket in Hyderabad’s Musheerabad
The Secunderabad Task Force and Musheerabad police arrested six persons for allegedly running an illegal steroid and muscle-enhancing drug racket. Banned injections and bodybuilding supplements worth Rs 6.5 lakh were seized, while two suspected suppliers from other states remain absconding.
- 2 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:30pm - - newIIIT Hyderabad BTech student dies by suicide on campus
A 20-year-old BTech student of IIIT Hyderabad died by suicide on the institute's Gachibowli campus after an apparent fall from a building. Police have registered a case, ruled out foul play at this stage and launched an investigation into the incident.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:22pm - - newTelangana to hold apprenticeship-cum-job mela 2026 at five junior colleges
The Intermediate Education Department, in collaboration with RDSDE, will organise the Apprenticeship-cum-Job Mela 2026 at five junior colleges across Telangana from July 6 to 14. Eligible vocational students and freshers can attend interviews, receive career guidance and apply for apprenticeship opportunities.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:10pm -
- newOsmania University hosts international conference on AI in english language teaching
A two-day international conference at Osmania University explored the role of Artificial Intelligence in English language teaching and research. The event featured 88 paper presentations from scholars across nine states and highlighted AI-assisted learning, digital pedagogy, literature and global employability.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 6:01pm - - newHyderabadi Biryani crowned India’s favourite at OneChef Biryani Premier League
Versuni India concluded the OneChef Biryani Premier League with a grand finale where Hyderabadi biryani was voted India's Favourite Biryani. Celebrity chef Ranveer Brar and actor Tejaswi Madiwada attended the event, which celebrated India's diverse regional biryani traditions.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 5:55pm - - newREDLINE 2026 brings Rs 120 crore worth of supercars to Hyderabad
Hyderabad's first underground supercar showcase, REDLINE 2026, featured nearly 60 luxury vehicles worth over Rs 120 crore. Organised by 17-year-old Sneha Jalan and a team of teenagers, the event attracted more than 1,000 automobile enthusiasts with supercars, drifting demonstrations and entertainment.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 5:50pm - - newStray cattle on Srisailam Highway raise safety concerns for commuters
Residents of Barkas, Errakunta and Shaheennagar have urged civic authorities to address the growing stray cattle menace on Srisailam Highway. They blame open garbage dumps for attracting the animals and warn that the situation poses a serious risk to commuters and the cattle.
- 3 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 5:47pm - - newTelangana, Victoria explore stronger trade and technology partnership
Telangana Legislative Affairs Minister D. Sridhar Babu and Victoria Legislative Council Government Whip Lee Tarlamis discussed strengthening cooperation in trade, technology, startups, education and advanced manufacturing, while exploring new investment opportunities and preparing a roadmap for deeper bilateral collaboration.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 4:47pm - - newBRS targets Revanth Reddy over ‘administrative failure’, lack of Cabinet coordination
The BRS accused the Congress government of centralising decision-making and sidelining ministers, alleging poor Cabinet coordination under Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. Former MLA Gadari Kishore claimed ministers and officials were functioning under pressure and demanded greater administrative accountability.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 4:44pm - - newBhu Bharati portal faces scrutiny as Telangana orders security overhaul, probes alleged irregularities
The Telangana government has ordered a security overhaul of the Bhu Bharati portal and formed a Special Committee to investigate alleged irregularities in land records. The BRS has criticised the Congress government, alleging large-scale application rejections and misuse of the portal.
- 4 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 4:34pm - - newYashoda Hospitals introduces advanced Pulse Field Ablation technology
Yashoda Hospitals, Secunderabad, has introduced the advanced Pulse Field Ablation technology using the Medtronic PulseSelect system to treat complex heart rhythm disorders. The innovative, non-thermal procedure was successfully performed on two patients, offering safer treatment with fewer complications and quicker recovery.
- 5 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 3:42pm - - newEC shocker for Kavitha; asked to change party name
The Election Commission of India has asked K Kavitha to submit three alternative names for her political party within 15 days after objections were raised to Telangana Rakshana Sena. The objections cited possible voter confusion with the former TRS, now Bharat Rashtra Samithi
- 8 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 1:13pm - - newTwo injured as car overturns after hitting divider in Hyderabad’s Vanasthalipuram
Two people were injured after a speeding car hit a road divider and overturned at Autonagar in Vanasthalipuram on Saturday. A van travelling behind subsequently crashed into the overturned vehicle. Police registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.
- 10 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 10:51am - - newHyderabad: Motorcyclist killed, another injured in car collision at Ibrahimpatnam
A 38-year-old motorcyclist died and his friend was injured after their motorcycle collided with a car at Dondu Mailaram in Ibrahimpatnam on Saturday. Police registered a case, shifted the body for postmortem examination, and launched an investigation into the accident.
- 10 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 10:40am - - newTelangana Police oppose bail plea of accused in POCSO case before High Court
Telangana Police opposed the regular bail plea of accused Bandi Sai Bhageerath in a POCSO case before the High Court, arguing that the allegations are serious, the victim is a minor, and granting bail could hamper the investigation and influence witnesses
- 12 hours ago 4 Jul 26, 9:23am - - newASTHRA 2.0 engineering innovation meet inaugurated at BVRIT
The two-day ASTHRA 2.0, a national-level engineering creativity and innovation competition, was inaugurated at BVRIT, Narsapur. Prof Chandrashekar Sharma of IIT-Hyderabad urged students to transform classroom learning into practical innovations and embrace emerging technologies like AI and Data Science.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:52pm - - newJNTU-Hyderabad announces grace marks, students hail move
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University-Hyderabad has announced grace marks for UG, MBA and MCA students admitted under R22 regulations, aligning with practices followed in earlier batches.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:48pm - - newHyderabad doctors save woman from rare C-section scar ectopic pregnancy
A 27-year-old woman in Hyderabad was saved from a rare and life-threatening Caesarean scar pregnancy at BirthRight by Rainbow Hospitals. Initially misdiagnosed as a miscarriage, the condition went undetected for over a month, putting her at risk of severe haemorrhage and infertility.
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:38pm - - newRain abandons TG20 clash, both teams exit playoff race
Heavy rain forced the abandonment of the TG20 League championship match between Palamuru Strikers and Warangal Warriors at the Rajiv Gandhi Stadium on Friday night. Both teams received one point each, ending their hopes of qualifying for the playoffs
- 21 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:38pm - - newNawabpet Congress workers stage dharna against turncoat MLA Kale Yadaiah
Congress workers from Nawabpet Mandal staged a protest at Gandhi Bhavan in Hyderabad against MLA Kale Yadaiah, accusing him of sidelining long-time party members and obstructing organisational appointments.
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 11:23pm - - newCheque distribution at Nava Women’s Empowerment Centre at Kothagudem’s Paloncha
Nava Limited distributed cheques worth Rs 2.77 lakh to women at its Nava Women’s Empowerment Centre in Paloncha, Kothagudem, as part of its CSR initiative.
- 22 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:55pm - - newKTR to sponsor education of 50 underprivileged girls at SPARSA
BRS working president KT Rama Rao has announced that he will sponsor the education and empowerment of 50 economically disadvantaged young women as part of his 50th birthday initiative.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 10:29pm - - newOsmania University hikes academic service fees by up to 100 pc
Osmania University has increased academic service charges for 2026–27, with hikes ranging from 20% to 100%. Fees for condonation, certificates, and admission transfers have been revised, drawing criticism from students and faculty over rising financial burden.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:54pm - - newLeft-wing student orgs oppose Congress govt’s school cluster plan, call bandh on July 10
Left-wing student organisations in Kothagudem have opposed the Congress government’s move to merge 27,000 schools into 4,000 clusters, terming it detrimental to public education. They have announced a statewide bandh of educational institutions on July 10.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:48pm - - newTelangana HC restores auction sale of Jubilee Hills property of Bandla Ganesh
The Telangana High Court has restored the auction sale of a Jubilee Hills property belonging to film producer Bandla Ganesh and his father, overturning a Debt Recovery Tribunal order that had annulled the sale.
- 23 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:36pm - - newTelangana HC hears argument on school built on tank land
The Telangana High Court has adjourned by a week a writ petition alleging that schools run by Salar‑e‑Millat Educational Trust were built within the Full Tank Level and buffer zone of Salkamcheruvu in Hyderabad.
- 24 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:23pm - - newHMWSSB tests Japan’s Bio-Lace tech to clean city drains
The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board has launched a pilot project to purify city drains and water bodies using Japan’s Bio-Lace technology. Officials said the method, being tried for the first time in India, has shown significant improvement in water quality.
- 24 hours ago 3 Jul 26, 9:08pm - - BRS leader Sohail seeks judicial probe into Raidurg Waqf land auction
Senior BRS leader Shaik Abdullah Sohail has demanded a judicial inquiry into the auction of Waqf land at Raidurg belonging to Jamia Nizamia, urging the State government to halt all transfers until its legal status is verified.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:24pm - - TG20 League: Gaurav Reddy smashes 47-ball century as Nalgonda Knights crush Medak Falcons
Gaurav Reddy’s blistering unbeaten century (101 off 47 balls) powered Anurag Nalgonda Knights to a dominant eight-wicket win over Medak Falcons in the TG20 League. The victory moves the Knights to second place in the tournament standings
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 8:00pm - - Degree student loses Rs 23 lakh to cyber fraud in Hyderabad
A degree student from Hyderabad lost Rs 23.03 lakh to a cyber fraudster who posed as his father's relative and threatened to kill his father over a fake accident claim. The student later approached the cybercrime police and an investigation is underway.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:52pm - - ‘APL has bridged the district-national gap’ says Girish Dongre
Outgoing Andhra Cricket Association COO Girish Dongre discusses the evolution of the Andhra Premier League T20, highlighting its expansion to three venues in 2026, increased scout visibility for rural youth, and future plans like player trading windows
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:48pm - - Andhra Premier League T20 final: Bhimavaram Bulls crush Simhadri Vizag Lions by 10 wickets to lift title
Bhimavaram Bulls secured a massive 10-wicket victory over Simhadri Vizag Lions to win the Andhra Premier League T20 title. Unbeaten half-centuries from K. Revanth Reddy and M. Hemanth Reddy wrapped up the 140-target in just nine overs
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:44pm - - Minor boy kidnapped from Secunderabad station rescued; accused held
The Government Railway Police, with support from the Railway Protection Force, rescued a minor boy kidnapped from Secunderabad Railway Station and arrested the accused, a 42-year-old cook.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 7:34pm - - Interstate drug racket busted in Hyderabad; three arrested, including juvenile
Hyderabad Task Force and Abid Road police busted an interstate drug racket and arrested three persons, including a juvenile, in Nampally. Police seized 23 kg of marijuana worth ₹12 lakh. The accused allegedly transported drugs from Andhra Pradesh to Maharashtra.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:58pm - - Carpenter arrested for stealing Rs 7.7 lakh from house under renovation in Hyderabad
Narayanguda police arrested a 19-year-old carpenter within 36 hours of a house burglary and recovered Rs 7.7 lakh stolen from a house under renovation. The suspect was traced using CCTV footage and arrested at Old Bowenpally.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:52pm - - 17-year-old girl sexually assaulted by youth she met on Instagram in Borabanda
A 17-year-old girl alleges sexual assault by 19-year-old Vinay, whom she met on Instagram in Borabanda. He visited her home twice in June while her parents were away. She claims he promised marriage but later refused. Borabanda police have registered a case and are investigating.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:26pm - - Jubilee Hills police foil child marriage, rescue 17-year-old girl
Jubilee Hills police foiled a child marriage at Peddamma Temple and rescued a 17-year-old girl after a tip-off. A case was registered against the 22-year-old groom and three family members under the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:20pm - - Hyderabad: Businessman cheated of Rs 2.46 crore in fake gold deal
A Hyderabad businessman lodged a complaint alleging he was cheated of ₹2.46 crore in a fake 24-carat gold deal. The accused allegedly collected money in instalments and later threatened the victim. CCS police are investigating the fraud case.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:10pm - - Two drug peddlers arrested with 2.4 kg marijuana in Hyderabad
Hyderabad Task Force (Charminar) police arrested two drug peddlers and seized 2.4 kg of marijuana at Bhavani Nagar. The accused allegedly sourced the drugs from Nagpur and planned to sell them in the Old City. Investigation is underway to trace suppliers.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:05pm - - Aster DM Quality Care begins operations after merger with Quality Care India
Aster DM Quality Care Limited has commenced operations following the merger of Aster DM Healthcare and Quality Care India. The combined network includes 39 hospitals with over 10,600 beds and plans to expand capacity while strengthening healthcare access across India.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 6:02pm - - University of Hyderabad launches semiconductor, VLSI internship programmes
The University of Hyderabad's CASEST has launched two three-week internship programmes in VLSI Design and Semiconductor Fabrication. Sixty students are receiving hands-on training with advanced EDA tools and cleanroom facilities to prepare for careers in India's expanding semiconductor industry.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 5:53pm - - Tadepalli researcher to present AI paper at prestigious ICML 2026 conference
Tadepalli-born technology entrepreneur Venkata Sree Karthikeya Gattupalli will present his AI research at the AI4Law Workshop during ICML 2026 in Seoul. His specialised legal AI model aims to review lawyer invoices at over 90% lower cost than larger AI systems.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 4:41pm - - Hyderabad’s 13-year-old martial artist Navjyot Singh Thakur enters Asian Book of World Records
Thirteen-year-old Hyderabad martial artist Navjyot Singh Thakur has entered the Asian Book of World Records by delivering 105 backfist punches in 10 seconds. Training under Grandmaster Hanshi Shaswat Kumar, she secured the milestone in the Teenage Female category
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 4:28pm - - Telangana: Kharif sowing drops by over 10 lakh acres amid rainfall deficit, irrigation concerns
Telangana's Vanakalam sowing has slowed sharply, with cropped area declining by over 10 lakh acres compared with last year. Below-normal rainfall, lower reservoir storage, groundwater depletion, delayed Rythu Bharosa assistance and irrigation concerns have contributed to the sluggish agricultural season.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 4:24pm - - Madrasa teacher gets 20 years’ RI in POCSO case in Hyderabad
A special court for child offences sentenced a 22-year-old Madrasa teacher to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting an 11-year-old boy in Balapur in 2022. The court also imposed a fine of Rs 10,000 on the convict.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:44pm - - She Teams nab 127 for harassing women in June
Hyderabad She Teams nabbed 127 persons for allegedly harassing women during June and secured convictions in 14 cases. The Women Safety Wing received 102 complaints, while courts awarded jail terms and fines in several cases. Women were urged to dial 112 for help.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:35pm - - Two-year-old chess prodigy Aishi Gali sets world record with 100 chess puzzles
Two-year-old chess prodigy Aishi Gali solved 100 Pawn Promotion Checkmate chess puzzles in just 17 minutes and 1 second, surpassing her original target. The achievement has been verified and will be submitted to the World Book of Records, London, for recognition.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:31pm - - One-month-old baby girl rescued in three days; five held for kidnapping in Hyderabad
A one-month-old baby girl allegedly kidnapped from her mother's lap near Lingampally Railway Station was rescued within three days by the Chandanagar police. Five suspects, including the alleged kidnappers, mediators, and intended buyer, were arrested before the infant could be taken away.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:26pm - - ‘Tirri prank’ trend: E-rickshaw shutdown videos spark security concerns over battery apps
A viral social media trend dubbed the "tirri prank" has raised concerns after users remotely shut down e-rickshaws using battery-management apps. The Centre has reportedly ordered the removal of the apps following reports of misuse and potential security vulnerabilities.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:20pm - - Country Club hosts Indo–Türkiye cultural evening to strengthen global ties
Country Club Hospitality & Holidays Ltd hosted an Indo–Türkiye Cultural & Hospitality Evening in Hyderabad, attended by Türkiye's Consul General. The event featured the 'Türk Moda' fashion show and highlighted cultural exchange, hospitality, and the company's growing international expansion initiatives.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:20pm - - BikeWo signs MoU to acquire 51% stake in PositiEV Mobility
BikeWo Green Tech Limited has signed an MoU to acquire a 51% stake in PositiEV Mobility. The proposed partnership aims to build an integrated EV mobility platform, while PositiEV founder Hiten Pal Saklani is expected to become BikeWo's CEO after necessary approvals.
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 3:15pm - - Couple ends life on railway tracks in Ghatkesar
A couple from Warangal district, identified as Ravikumar and Sirisha, allegedly died by suicide by jumping in front of a speeding train near Ghatkesar railway station on Thursday night. The Secunderabad Railway Police are investigating suspected domestic issues
- 1 day ago 3 Jul 26, 2:53pm - - Hyderabad on dengue alert as changing mosquito behaviour challenges traditional control measures
Health authorities have warned that dengue is becoming a year-round public health challenge in Telangana, driven by intermittent monsoon conditions, changing mosquito breeding patterns and a high number of asymptomatic infections that continue to fuel transmission across urban areas.
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