Hyderabad

NIMS inaugurated a state-of-the-art stem cell laboratory in collaboration with Tulsi Therapeutics to promote advanced research in regenerative medicine and provide affordable stem cell and exosome therapies, especially for economically weaker sections

GHMC has removed 5,641 metric tonnes of garbage under a special sanitation drive conducted across 3,613 locations in all 300 wards of the city. The drive, which began on December 29, will continue till January 31

Kamatipura police arrested 11 persons, including a woman, for allegedly creating communal trouble at Puranapul after a temple vandalism incident. The mob reportedly damaged a chilla, public and private property, and attacked policemen

Secunderabad Cantonment Congress MLA Sri Ganesh will stage a relay hunger strike demanding the merger of civilian areas of the Cantonment with GHMC. The protest follows the Centre’s decision to extend the tenure of nominated members in Cantonment Boards

Rahim Lakhani of Hyderabad won the Chess Musketeers Open Prize Money Tournament with a perfect score of six points from six rounds. He also received Rs 15,000 as prize money. Srujan Keethan and MY Aditya finished second and third respectively

Telangana High Court refused to grant interim relief in pleas challenging the formation of Kothagudem Municipal Corporation, observing that the petitioners failed to establish a prima facie case that Scheduled Area norms were violated in the merger process

The HCA Under-14 probables two-day matches in Hyderabad saw standout centuries from Medhansh Agarwal, Rakesh Sekhar, Sreekruthan Alladi, Sistu Somit and CV Chetan Aditya. Sriramula Gounish impressed with a five-wicket haul as teams posted strong scores across fixtures

Telangana High Court adjourned the hearing on petitions challenging Justice PC Ghose Commission report on alleged irregularities in the Kaleshwaram project. The court barred any action on the report and posted the matter for further hearing on February 25

BRS working president KT Rama Rao slammed the SIT notice issued to Harish Rao as political harassment by the Congress government. He alleged the move was a diversion after Harish Rao exposed irregularities in Singareni coal allocations and said the party will not be silenced

Hours after accusing the Congress government of irregularities in Singareni Collieries tenders, BRS leader Harish Rao was served a notice by SIT to appear for questioning in phone-tapping case. The timing of the summons has sparked controversy

The Chatrinaka police arrested two persons for allegedly stabbing Satish Chavale to death in front of Tulja Bhavani liquor shop in Shamsheergunj, Hyderabad. The dispute reportedly arose from previous financial issues. The victim died en route to hospital

A national workshop on auditing Panchayati Raj Institutions and Urban Local Bodies began at NIRDPR, Hyderabad. Organised by CIARD in collaboration with CAG’s iCAL, it focuses on standardizing audit processes, modernizing systems with AI and IT tools, and recognizing top-performing officers

The TDP and Jana Sena Party are exploring a possible political comeback in Telangana by assessing prospects in upcoming municipal elections. Both parties are focusing on rebuilding organisation and testing strength in urban local body polls, even as alliance prospects remain uncertain

BRS leaders launched a sharp attack on Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of using provocative language to divert attention from Congress infighting. They questioned his political stand and alleged governance failures ahead of the GHMC polls

Hyderabad Police’s C-Mitra initiative has assisted 1,000 cybercrime victims and registered 100 FIRs in ten days. AI-drafted complaints, WhatsApp/email communication, and a 24-member team ensure swift registration, eliminating long waits at police stations.

Telangana ACB registered 78 cases from October to December 2025, the highest in 15 years. A reward mela recognised high-performing officers, while DG Charu Sinha emphasised the importance of professional, fair, and thorough investigations supported by continuous capacity building.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s call to TDP cadre to defeat the BRS has caused unease within the Congress ahead of municipal elections. Party leaders questioned the move, warning it could hurt prospects and undermine worker confidence

TGPCB set up its stall at Numaish 2026 to educate the public on pollution prevention. Exhibits cover waste management, industrial emissions, water and noise pollution, and single-use plastics. Officials guided visitors, promoting sustainable practices and environmental protection.

The Secunderabad division of South Central Railway is running a month-long Fire Safety and Anti-Smoking Drive until February 8, 2026. Over 160 inspections have been carried out, focusing on fire prevention, electrical safety, clear passages, and passenger awareness.

Hyderabad’s Mehdipatnam skywalk, over 90% complete, is set to open by March 2026. The 390-metre steel and glass pedestrian bridge will ease traffic, feature 13 elevators, LED lights, coffee shops, and accommodate 30,000 daily pedestrians.

Amrabad Tiger Reserve has recorded nearly 50 tiger sightings since October 2025. Visitors can explore safaris at Farahabad, Gundam, and Akkamahadevi Caves. New Kollam Safari will open soon. Operations halt Jan 20–25 for the All India Tiger Estimation 2026.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, accusing him of undemocratic politics, divisive remarks and reviving a TDP agenda in Telangana. He alleged economic failures and warned the Chief Minister against arrogance

The Healthcare Reforms Doctors Association has opposed a proposed uniform fee structure for medical seats in Telangana, saying it threatens the Convener Quota system and could make medical education unaffordable for meritorious students from poor and middle-class families.

NASA is inviting people to send their names around the Moon on the Artemis II mission. The free ‘Send Your Name’ campaign allows the public to symbolically join the historic lunar mission by registering online before January 21.