Hyderabad

A 26-year-old software engineer, Ishika Yadav, died by suicide in Miyapur allegedly due to dowry harassment by her husband. The couple had married in February. Police have launched an investigation following a complaint from her family

Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy donated blood for Thalassemia patients at Arundhati Hospital in Dundigal and urged youth to donate regularly. He highlighted his social service initiatives, including free surgeries and the ‘Gift A Smile’ programme

With rising summer temperatures and increasing water demand, HMWSSB has stepped up water drawal from Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar. Officials cite groundwater depletion, while assuring that supply from Godavari, Krishna and Manjeera sources remains stable.

In a late-night raid at a Kondapur pub, Telangana’s EAGLE Force and Cyberabad police identified eight individuals consuming drugs. Substances detected included marijuana and methamphetamine, with a case booked under the NDPS Act and investigation underway.

A study of 5,000 Indian heart patients reveals that 80 percent classified as low to moderate risk suffered heart attacks, highlighting flaws in Western risk calculators and urging Indians to prioritise lifestyle changes beyond routine diagnostic scores.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and former CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy remembered the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and highlighted his message of love, compassion and faith on Good Friday.

CPI MLA Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao criticised the Congress government for failing to allocate funds for development works, citing lack of vision, delays in fund release, and poor coordination among Ministers in Telangana.

Hyderabad Police have issued an advisory warning citizens against chemically ripened mangoes in city markets, saying some traders are using calcium carbide for artificial ripening. Consumers were urged to stay vigilant and report suspected adulteration to police.

Telangana schools will close for summer vacation from April 24 to June 11, with April 23 declared the last working day for the 2025–26 academic year. SA-II exams for Classes I to IX have been advanced to April 8.

BRS president K. Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes to Telangana icon Doddi Komaraiah on his birth anniversary, recalling him as the first martyr of the Telangana Armed Peasant Struggle and a lasting symbol of resistance against injustice.

Christians across the city observed Good Friday with special services, prayers, and passion plays. Major churches hosted multilingual gatherings and large congregations. The day commemorated Jesus Christ’s crucifixion, with rituals like the Way of the Cross and solemn masses marking the occasion

The BRS accused the Telangana government of misrepresenting sand mining revenue, alleging price hikes, increased charges and lack of transparency, while demanding clarification and release of complete data to address concerns over possible irregularities.

Telangana High Court upholds RDO order disqualifying an elected but underaged sarpach in Kagaznagar district. HC says RDO is empowered to order disqualification

The Telangana High Court allowed the Indian Navy’s VLF radar project in Vikarabad forest while keeping a PIL pending for six months to monitor compensatory afforestation progress and ensure compliance with environmental conditions.

India’s U-20 women’s team suffered a heavy 0-6 defeat against Japan in their opening match of the AFC U-20 Women’s Asian Cup. Despite a positive start, India were outplayed in the second half by the six-time champions

Chitra Magimairaj ended her nine-year title drought by winning the women’s 9-ball pool Nationals in Ludhiana. She defeated Ishika Shah 7-4 in the final, showcasing experience and composure to secure her fourth national pool title

Heinrich Klaasen’s composed half-century guided Sunrisers Hyderabad to a commanding 65-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders. Despite Muzarabani’s four wickets, KKR faltered in chase, collapsing for 161 as SRH’s all-round performance proved decisive in the IPL clash

The Broiler Integration Coordination Committee has criticised chicken retail shopkeepers for exploiting consumers and farmers in the poultry sector. According to the committee, the three-tier system of farmers, wholesale traders, and retailers unfairly burdens farmers and consumers, while retailers enjoy profits without risk.

The Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) has engaged IIT Bombay to provide technical advisory and scientific assessment for managing legacy waste and fresh municipal solid waste at Jawaharnagar. The government has approved the proposal, sanctioning Rs 1.99 crore for consultancy charges over two years.

A survey by Madhapur Traffic Police has revealed that single riders are a major cause of traffic congestion in Hyderabad’s IT corridor. Conducted near Cyber Towers, the study found over 10,000 solo commuters in just one hour, far outnumbering shared rides.

At Osmania University’s valedictory ceremony, BRS leader T Harish Rao urged law graduates to uphold constitutional values and champion the rights of the oppressed. He highlighted the historic role of lawyers in India’s freedom struggle and Telangana’s statehood movement.

The JEE Main 2026 session 2 exam held in Hyderabad on Thursday was reported to be easier than the January session, with students finding Physics and Mathematics sections straightforward and Chemistry moderately challenging. The balanced approach has reassured aspirants aiming for IIT admissions.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar warned of strict action against food adulteration, revealing that 92 cases were registered and 98 persons arrested in a month. He urged traders to maintain standards and citizens to report violations.

Failure of key departments to procure fabric from TGSCO, despite government orders, has put weavers at risk and may delay school uniform distribution, raising concerns over policy implementation and inter-departmental coordination