Hyderabad

The trophy for the inaugural Sreenidhi University TG20 was unveiled at the Buddha Statue on Tank Bund in Hyderabad. Franchise captains, league officials and sponsors attended the event ahead of the tournament, which begins on Sunday at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium

The Telangana Basketball Association will launch the inaugural Telangana Junior Basketball League on June 19 in Hyderabad. Featuring Under-15 and Under-18 boys' and girls' categories, the league has attracted nearly 3,000 registrations and will involve six city-based franchises

HMWSSB clarified that the Rainwater Harvesting Theme Park at Jubilee Hills has been temporarily closed for repair, renovation and upgradation works. The civic body said the park has not been permanently shut and is expected to reopen after the works are completed

A special POCSO court in Hyderabad sentenced a gymnastics and karate coach to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for sexually assaulting a three-and-a-half-year-old girl at a Miyapur preschool.

The State government has reconstituted the Board of Trustees of the Employees Health Care Trust to implement the Employees Health Scheme. Headed by the Chief Secretary, the Board will frame implementation guidelines, finalise health card modalities and include employee and pensioner representatives

Heatwave conditions continued across Telangana on Wednesday, with temperatures touching 44 degrees Celsius in several districts. The IMD has warned that heatwave conditions may persist till June 20 and has also forecast thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across the State.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has approved a Rs 317.78 crore budget for the 2026-27 financial year. Allocations include funds for water supply, sanitation, medical services, property tax administration and service charges paid by the Ministry of Defence.

An elephant named ‘Sreedevi’, brought from Kerala, will carry the historic Bibi-ka-Alam during Hyderabad’s Ashura procession. Preparations are underway across the city for Muharram observances, with authorities and organisers making arrangements for devotees and traditional ceremonies.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan accused the Congress government of creating uncertainty over Hyderabad Metro Rail expansion and demanded transparency on Metro Phase-II funding. He questioned financing arrangements, land allocation, project priorities and the government's engagement with the Centre on approvals

Hyderabad police arrested two men in KPHB for duping ATM users by blocking cash dispensers with plastic sheets and later stealing trapped currency.

BRSV president Gellu Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of neglecting education and demanded a fee regulation law for private schools. He opposed the proposed reduction of government schools and sought immediate teacher recruitment and clearance of fee reimbursement dues

A 34-year-old SBI Bank employee from Nalgonda, declared brain dead after a road accident near Neredcherla, donated his organs under the Jeevandan initiative. His wife consented to donate his kidneys, liver, heart and corneas, benefiting six patients

The 486th birth anniversary of Maharana Pratap was celebrated in Hyderabad by the Akhil Bharatiya Kshatriya Mahasabha. Participants paid floral tributes to the legendary Rajput ruler, while community leaders highlighted his legacy and sought the installation of his statue at Tank Bund.

University of Hyderabad alumni-founded ATGC Biotech represented India at Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice, France, where it signed an international licensing agreement and expanded its global presence. The company continues to advance sustainable agriculture through its patented pheromone-based crop protection technologies.

Osmania University has secured four internationally recognised ISO certifications from the Bureau of Indian Standards, covering education, environmental management, energy efficiency and food safety. The university said the achievement underscores its commitment to global standards, quality assurance and institutional excellence.

A ragging incident involving first-year BDS students was reported at the Osmania Medical College hostel. Police registered a case against 12 final-year BDS students, while the Government Dental College suspended them for six months pending the outcome of the investigation.

Once a staple of childhood across India, gilli danda has largely disappeared amid changing lifestyles and digital entertainment. However, the growing popularity of Spain’s Billarda and social media interest have sparked renewed curiosity, leading to a modest revival of the traditional game.

The All India Democratic Students' Organisation has opposed the proposed reduction in the number of government schools in Telangana, stating that the move would affect lakhs of poor students. The organisation demanded improved infrastructure and filling of vacant teaching posts instead.

AIG Hospitals, Hyderabad, has successfully performed Telangana’s first Pulse Field Ablation procedure using the PulseSelect PFA System to treat atrial fibrillation. The next-generation, non-thermal technology uses electrical pulses to target abnormal cardiac tissue and offers an innovative approach to heart rhythm management.

Telangana State Waqf Board member Abul Fateh Syed Bandagi Badesha Quadri has urged the Board to disclose details of all leased Waqf properties and appoint an independent Commission to assess market rents and ensure transparency in the management of Waqf assets.

GITAM Deemed to be University, Hyderabad, has opened admissions for the 2026–27 academic year, introducing new programmes in entrepreneurship, teacher education, biotechnology, robotics and AI. The university has also launched a School of Education and announced scholarships of up to 100 per cent.

French trio Alright Mela will perform in Hyderabad on June 21 as part of Fête de la Musique 2026 and Month of Music celebrations. Blending Gnawa traditions, Mediterranean influences and electronic sounds, the group explores themes of identity, migration and coexistence.

The WEEW Gala 2026 celebrated fashion, entrepreneurship and empowerment, bringing together industry leaders, designers and participants in Hyderabad. The event featured a red carpet showcase, participation from TCEI members and collections from six renowned designer labels.

Allegations of ragging, toxic hierarchy and lack of institutional support in medical colleges have resurfaced after incidents at Government Dental College and Osmania Medical College. Experts say systemic reforms are needed to address stress, harassment and mental health concerns among students.