Hyderabad

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau (TGCSB) has issued a public advisory warning citizens about increased online scams and digital payment frauds during Holi.

AIMIM President Asaduddin Owaisi criticised the Union Home Ministry’s advisory to states on monitoring pro-Iran radical preachers, calling it a reflection of the Modi government’s double standards. He questioned why similar advisories were never issued against anti-Muslim hate speeches.

BRS president and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao conveyed Holi greetings to the people of Telangana, emphasising the festival’s role in fostering love, harmony, and renewal.

A woman in Golligudem village of Bibinagar mandal allegedly smothered her two young children before ending her life. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation, with marital discord cited as a possible factor

Ten passengers aboard an RTC bus were injured when the bus crashed into a stationary truck near Choutuppal

Indian carriers including IndiGo and SpiceJet are operating special relief flights from the Middle East after airspace disruptions linked to regional tensions led to 357 cancellations, with the government coordinating restoration and passenger assistance efforts

BRS leader T. Harish Rao alleged illegal quarrying by a company linked to Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy in Rajendranagar, sought closure and a probe, and questioned alleged violations of environmental, mining and land allotment norms.

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao alleged serious safety lapses at the Santosh Nagar–Chanchalguda steel bridge site, citing unregulated crane operations and lack of protective gear, and demanded accountability from GHMC officials and the construction agency.

Temples across the erstwhile Karimnagar district, including Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy Temple and Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy Temple, were closed on Monday due to the lunar eclipse and will reopen in the evening after rituals and cleaning

The Telangana High Court continued hearing petitions challenging the Justice PC Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Project. State defended the inquiry, asserting that principles of natural justice were followed

Justice B Vijaysen Reddy of the Telangana High Court declined interim relief in a petition challenging the alleged barricading of the Hazrath dargah within the Sri Raja Rajeshwara Swamy temple premises in Vemulawada

P Shanmukha of IQ Chess Academy, Hyderabad, won the Open Rapid Prize Money chess tournament at A2H Chess Academy, Kukatpally. He scored 5.5 points from six rounds, defeating Nithik Reddy in the final round to claim the title

The United Khammam District Archery Association conducted selection trials at Kinnerasan Model Sports School for under-10, 13, and 15-year-olds. A total of 110 players were selected to participate in the upcoming Championship at Delhi Public School (Patancheru)

A political row has erupted between the Telangana and Kerala governments over the demolition of Bhoodan houses at Velugumatla in Khammam. Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy dismissed Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan’s remarks as political propaganda

The Nagarkurnool District Collector has submitted a detailed report on the Kummera village incident to the BC Commission. Three accused have been arrested, while others are absconding. The report also mentions compensation and welfare measures for the victim’s family

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy claimed he had persuaded Congress MP Rahul Gandhi to consider becoming the party’s prime ministerial candidate. The appeal, made at a party programme in Vikarabad, surprised many due to the absence of imminent elections

BJP State president N Ramchander Rao criticised the Congress government in Telangana, saying it lacked funds to implement welfare guarantees but was ready to spend Rs 1,000 crore on the National Herald case. He accused the government of neglecting employees and the poor

A woman student in Bachupally alleges she was sexually assaulted by a fellow engineering college student after being given tablets and chocolates. Police have registered a case. The family claims college authorities did not take any action despite being informed.

A revenue official in Quthbullapur, G. Ganesh, was caught by the ACB allegedly taking Rs 15,000 as a bribe for a family member certificate. The remaining amount was seized, and he was remanded to judicial custody.

The Endometriosis Foundation of India is organising the 3rd Yellow Ribbon Run in Hyderabad on March 8 at T-Works, Gachibowli. The 10k, 5k, and 3k run aims to raise awareness and advocate for research on Endometriosis.

TGSRTC has denied social media claims that all differently-abled passengers will get free bus travel. The corporation called the reports false and warned of criminal action against individuals spreading misinformation. Official updates will be shared through press releases and the website.

KISNA, a diamond gold and jewellery company organised a CSR activity through out the country

GHMC approved multiple infrastructure projects, including a multi-level parking near Chowmahalla Palace, flyovers, underpasses, and ROBs. Rasoolpura road expansion, Patigadda ROB, and a statue at Barkatpura are also planned, with Rs 500 crore allocated to Cyberabad and Malkajgiri.

A woman doctor from Banjara Hills lost Rs 10 lakh to cyber fraudsters via a fake online trading platform. Initial small profits gained her confidence, but withdrawal was blocked. The Hyderabad cybercrime police are investigating the case.