Hyderabad

Private hospitals under the Telangana Network Hospitals Association have refused to provide services under the proposed new Employee Health Scheme, citing financially unviable CGHS-based package rates. The association has sought revised tariffs, better representation, grievance redressal, and clearance of pending EHS dues

CMC Vellore and IIIT Hyderabad are developing BandhuCare, a multilingual AI companion that answers cancer patients' queries, records symptoms through conversations and supports clinicians with summaries between hospital visits. The platform currently supports eight Indian languages using clinically verified information

The Hyderabad District Electoral Officer has released a constituency-wise correlation statement to help voters trace their 2002 electoral records. The document maps old Assembly constituencies to the present ones, making it easier for electors to locate their details for the SIR 2002 exercise

Haryana dominated the 2026 U-23 National Wrestling Championship by winning the overall team titles in Men's Freestyle, Greco-Roman and Women's Wrestling. Services Sports Control Board and Maharashtra finished runners-up, while several young wrestlers impressed with gold medal-winning performances

P V Sindhu and the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto advanced to the second round of the Japan Open with straight-game wins. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty retired hurt, while two other Indian pairs exited the tournament

The Anti-Corruption Bureau registered a disproportionate assets case against an HMDA Chief Engineer and conducted searches at multiple locations in Hyderabad. Officials said assets worth Rs 9.24 crore, including properties, cash, gold, vehicles and bank deposits, were uncovered during the operation.

A 28-year-old Hyderabad native, Mani Chandra Teja Gaddam, an ICFAI University alumnus, died in a skydiving accident in Massachusetts after a sudden gust of wind reportedly interfered with his parachute during landing. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.

The GHMC said Hyderabad recorded 266 dengue cases between January and July 13, 2026, significantly lower than the corresponding periods in 2024 and 2025. It attributed the decline to strengthened surveillance, vector control measures and coordinated efforts with health agencies

Hyderabad City Police reviewed security arrangements for the Ashada Masam Bonalu festival and planned extensive deployment of police personnel, surveillance by SHE Teams, public address systems and traffic management measures to ensure the smooth and peaceful conduct of festivities from July 16 to August 13

The Cyber Crime Police registered a case after a Hyderabad-based UPSC aspirant alleged that defamatory social media posts falsely linked him to a criminal allegation by using his name and photographs, damaging his reputation and causing harassment to him and his family

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari in Delhi and sought early approvals for the Regional Ring Road, Hyderabad-Andhra Pradesh greenfield highway, Mannanur-Srisailam elevated corridor and a six-lane alternative highway connecting Mancherial and Hyderabad

The Telangana Recognised School Managements Association has sought relaxation in certain fire safety norms for affordable private schools. It said urban congestion has restricted fire engine access to older campuses and requested special provisions for institutions established before current regulations.

Hyderabad Traffic Police has intensified its crackdown on minor driving, warning parents of legal action for allowing children to drive. Over 2,500 cases were registered this year, with hundreds of vehicle registrations suspended following violations involving juveniles.

Resplice Autism Research Foundation has launched a research initiative to study and prevent SSPE, a rare and fatal neurological condition linked to measles. A free medical camp in Hyderabad will screen eligible participants and support research into early prediction and prevention.

The HRDA Telangana has raised concerns over allegations of delayed stipends and inadequate infrastructure faced by MD/MS postgraduate students at a medical institute. The doctors’ body urged authorities to investigate the matter and ensure timely payments and better facilities.

Doctors at Apollo Hospitals, Secunderabad, successfully treated two patients with Achalasia Cardia using the minimally invasive POEM procedure. The advanced endoscopic technique helped patients recover without external incisions and provided relief from long-term swallowing difficulties.

Prohibition and Excise teams arrested two persons in separate operations and seized more than three kilograms of ganja in Hyderabad. Raids were conducted in King Koti and Allampalli, with cases registered at Nampally and LB Nagar Excise stations.

The Shree Jagannath Swamy Ramgopal Trust will organise the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Secunderabad on July 16. The 130-year-old procession will begin from General Bazaar, pass through MG Road and nearby localities, and conclude at the temple the following morning.

The Medchal police arrested a youth for allegedly possessing and selling cannabis sourced from Odisha. About 2 kg of marijuana worth ₹1 lakh and a mobile phone were seized, while efforts are under way to trace his absconding associate and uncover the larger drug network.

Mohan Babu University has partnered with LinkedIn Learning to provide students and alumni access to over 22,000 online courses in AI, technology, business and leadership. The collaboration also offers certifications and personalised learning pathways to improve employability and professional skills.

People who will turn 18 on or before October 1, 2026, can apply for inclusion in the electoral roll by submitting Form 6 and a declaration form. Eligible applications will be verified by the Electoral Registration Officer before inclusion in the final roll.

Electors whose names are missing from the SIR 2002 electoral roll can use their parents' or grandparents' electoral details while filling out the Enumeration Form. Booth Level Officers are available to help identify the required records and complete the process.

Residents in Hyderabad and neighbouring districts are experiencing delays in obtaining caste, income and residential certificates after revenue staff were deployed for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls. Students and applicants have urged the government to ensure uninterrupted public services.

Senior citizens in Telangana are facing difficulties completing voter enumeration forms as they struggle to trace old electoral records, particularly the SIR 2002 list. Many depend on relatives for assistance, while some are also submitting forms on behalf of children living outside the State.