Hyderabad

Thousands of Telangana intermediate students, particularly those in Telugu and Urdu medium, are attending classes without new textbooks more than a month into the academic year. Lecturers say syllabus revisions have worsened the situation, while the Telugu Akademi attributes delays to publication challenges.

FIFA Heroes delivers fast-paced arcade football with colourful visuals, fantasy characters, and quick matchmaking. However, repetitive challenges, inconsistent controls, and slow progression reduce its long-term appeal, making it an enjoyable casual game but not a serious rival to EA FC.

The 10th School Cinema International Film Festival (SCIFF) will be held from November 14 to 30, bringing children's films to schools across India. Entries are invited from filmmakers worldwide until August 15 for live-action, animation, and documentary films completed after January 1, 2024.

Hyderabad's ice speed skater S Pranav Madav clinched three gold medals at the 21st National Ice Skating Championship in Dehradun, winning the 500m, 1,000m and 1,500m events and continuing his preparations for the 2030 Winter Olympics.

The Cyberabad Traffic Police have issued a traffic advisory ahead of the Rythu Bharosa Nidhula Pampini Karyakramam at Shilpakala Vedika on Tuesday evening. Around 5,000 farmers are expected to attend, with traffic congestion likely in parts of Madhapur.

Dr. Abid Moiz, physician and scholar, argues that Urdu must move beyond poetry to embrace science and modern knowledge. His latest books — Shayari Zariya-e-Izzat Nahin and Istilahaat: Bujhiye aur Banaiye — highlight Urdu’s potential to develop scientific terminology and reclaim its heritage as a language of scholarship.

Telangana has recorded normal rainfall in June despite deficits in 15 districts. Hyderabad’s rainfall is close to average, while Rangareddy district outperformed with 141.3 mm, the highest in Greater Hyderabad.

Dr. Vishal Akula, Head of Psychiatry at Government Medical College, Nizamabad, has been chosen for the prestigious Dr. Ketan Desai Aao Gaon Chalein Award by the Indian Medical Association for his contributions to rural healthcare, mental health services, and de-addiction initiatives.

Contract workers at the University of Hyderabad have launched an indefinite protest demanding equal pay, abolition of the contract system, and proper implementation of EPF and ESI benefits. They allege that new labour codes and contractor policies have worsened job security and working conditions.

A powerful explosion demolished a house in Bapunagar, Saroornagar, Hyderabad, on Tuesday. Though residents suspected a gas cylinder blast, the cylinder was intact, leaving the cause unclear. Police have begun an investigation.

Former Andhra Pradesh Special Chief Secretary P.V. Ramesh reported that his X account was hacked, with unauthorised posts appearing despite password changes. Hyderabad Cybercrime Police have registered a case and begun investigation.

A family travelling on the Hyderabad–Warangal highway was chased and harassed by six youths on motorcycles. Dashcam footage shared by the victim’s sister went viral, prompting police to launch an investigation.

A 49-year-old woman was killed and her son injured after a drunk driver in a speeding Bolero rammed their motorcycle in Dundigal. Police have registered a case and are searching for the absconding driver.

The Telangana government transferred 23 Superintendent of Police (non-cadre) rank officers and assigned them new postings across key departments, including Cyberabad, ACB, CID, Intelligence, OCTOPUS, HYDRAA and Vigilance & Enforcement

The Telangana High Court directed the Election Commission to consider providing Urdu Enumeration Forms for voters in constituencies with a significant Urdu-speaking population. The court observed that electoral processes should offer practical solutions and not exclude linguistic minorities

The Telangana High Court questioned Narsingi police over failing to arrest two accused in an attempt to murder case even after filing a chargesheet, asking why they were being given special treatment

The Telangana High Court directed Vijaya Dairy to temporarily house the Seethaphalmandi-II Government Girls Primary School at a vacant quarter in Lalapet after noting safety concerns in the existing building. The court also ordered provision of electricity and water facilities

Hyderabad E-Champions continued their dominant run in the TG20 League with a 56-run win over Anvita Khammam Aces. Abhirath Reddy’s 59 and key contributions from Ganesh Gadugu and Sriniketh powered a strong all-round performance at Rajiv Gandhi Stadium

Former India batter Wasim Jaffer has been appointed mentor of the Hyderabad Cricket Association for two years. The appointment comes after Ambati Rayudu’s elevation as Head of Cricket Operations, as HCA continues restructuring its cricket administration and development framework

India delivered a dominant performance at the Under-15 Asian Wrestling Championships, winning four gold medals and securing eight medals overall. The Indian contingent achieved a clean podium sweep across all weight categories in men’s freestyle action on a successful day

On its part, the State government would be extending equal matching contribution to the new Employee Health Care Trust

Desk Journalists' Society expresses concern over several desk journalists with over 10 to 12 years of professional experience being denied accreditation despite fulfilling the eligibility criteria

Slams the Minister for resorting to personal remarks against BRSLP deputy leader T Harish Rao after failing to accept the latter's challenge and seek a fresh mandate

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board will conduct a comprehensive study to enhance water storage capacity across the CURE area. The feasibility study will assess infrastructure, future demand, storage expansion and pipeline interconnectivity to strengthen long-term water supply management