Hyderabad

The Railway Board has declined Telangana's proposal to introduce free travel on MMTS trains, citing heavy operational losses. It said the State must bear existing and additional costs arising from the scheme and clear pending dues exceeding Rs 490 crore

Under 'Operation Kavach', Hyderabad Police seized 2,149 vehicles on Thursday night during a massive drive against number plate tampering and fake registrations. Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar warned that violators will face criminal cheating and forgery charges

BITS Pilani and Technische Universität Ilmenau have signed an MoU to enhance collaboration in student exchanges, staff exchanges and research initiatives. A German delegation also visited the Hyderabad campus, exploring opportunities for deeper academic, industry and government partnerships

An 8-year delay in completing Hyderabad's Uppal-Narapally flyover has sparked a viral meme fest on X. Netizens flooded social media with satirical posts criticizing the sluggish project following PM Modi's announcement of new highway expansions in Telangana

Cognizant has launched the Ace Team Program to identify and develop top engineering talent with expertise in AI and advanced technologies. The initiative aims to support digital transformation projects, accelerate innovation and strengthen the company's evolution into an AI-focused organisation

BRS working president KT Rama Rao demanded a judicial inquiry into an alleged Rs 1,600-crore coal scam in SCCL, claiming nearly 40 lakh metric tonnes of coal were missing from stockyards. He also sought an all-party inspection and accused both governments of inaction

A woman identified as Komal allegedly died after being attacked by her husband, Avinash, at their residence in Attapur. Police registered a murder case and launched a search operation for the accused, who is currently absconding following the incident

World Environment Day was celebrated at NTPC’s Ramagundam and Telangana projects with an environmental awareness walk, a conservation pledge, student drawing contests, and a mass plantation drive that saw 200 saplings planted across the township

BRS working president KT Rama Rao called for collective efforts to protect the environment on World Environment Day. Highlighting achievements under the Haritha Haaram programme, he said Telangana recorded significant growth in forest and green cover and emerged as a model for urban greening

The Telangana government is facing criticism over tree felling near KBR Park, environmental concerns in Kancha Gachibowli and declining plantation targets under Vanamahotsavam. Activists, residents and policy experts have raised questions about sustainable development and the effectiveness of green initiatives

A man in Hyderabad was booked for allegedly using a fake vehicle registration number plate to evade traffic challans. The fraud came to light during a police verification drive, leading to a case at Langar Houz police station.

Hyderabad She Teams secured the conviction of five men for allegedly harassing women near Charminar. A Nampally court sentenced each to three days’ simple imprisonment and imposed a fine of ₹1,000 under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and City Police Act.

Former Vinukonda MLA Bolla Brahma Naidu has been detained by Cyberabad Police in connection with an alleged land encroachment case in Gandipet. Investigators say forged documents and fake government orders were used in an attempt to claim government property.

Save KBR Park volunteers held a memorial walk on World Environment Day protesting tree felling around the park for infrastructure projects. They organised a symbolic funeral for lost trees and criticised the destruction of Hyderabad’s green lung despite a stay order.

Government doctors in Telangana have intensified protests over the implementation of transfer guidelines under G.O.Ms.No. 38. Doctors' associations allege arbitrary changes to transfer rules, demand physical counselling, and seek protection for long-serving rural doctors.

A 21-year-old woman allegedly died by suicide in Gachibowli, less than a year after her marriage. Her family accused her husband of physical abuse and persistent dowry demands. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the incident.

A motorcycle reportedly registered in the name of the Telangana DGP office has accumulated unpaid traffic challans worth Rs 2,450 for multiple violations. The issue gained attention after a citizen highlighted a recent helmet-rule violation, triggering debate on equal enforcement

A Hyderabad police constable’s Bajaj Pulsar motorcycle was reportedly stolen from outside his residence in Errum Manzil. Following a complaint, Punjagutta police registered a case and launched an investigation into the theft.

A 33-year-old fruit vendor from Gudimalkapur died after allegedly consuming pesticide amid mounting debts, business losses and harassment by moneylenders. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation based on the family’s complaint.

Senior doctors at Osmania General Hospital and Gandhi Hospital suspended outpatient services, protesting alleged lack of transparency in transfers. The Telangana Government Doctors Association warned of wider agitation unless concerns over the transfer process are addressed.

A Sudanese student and a contact were shifted to Gandhi Hospital after arriving at Hyderabad airport without proper yellow fever vaccination documentation. Doctors said both individuals are stable and are being monitored by health authorities.

A grandmother and her two grandchildren were burnt alive after a fire engulfed their house in Kalalwadi late Thursday night. The children had lost their father a month ago. Officials suspect a short circuit or gas leak.

A 74-year-old businessman from Santoshnagar, Hyderabad, lost Rs 10 lakh after fraudsters posing as officials of the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board tricked him into installing a malicious APK file.

A 24-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband following a quarrel at Kukatpally in Hyderabad on Thursday. The body was shifted to Gandhi Hospital for post-mortem.