Hyderabad

Former Narsampet MLA and senior BRS leader Peddi Sudarsan Reddy passed away at 12.51 a.m. on Friday in Hyderabad. He was being treated at at Yashoda Hospital after suffering a massive pulmonary embolism.

The Telangana High Court has directed the Hyderabad Commissioner of Police to inquire into allegations of illegal detention and custodial torture against Malakpet police personnel. The Court ordered examination of CCTV footage and medical evidence submitted by the petitioner.

A 28-year-old woman identified as Hema allegedly died by suicide by hanging at Meerpet on Thursday. Her family accused her husband Raj Kumar of mental harassment and alleged an extramarital relationship. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

A TGSRTC driver has faced criticism after a viral video allegedly showed him refusing to open the doors for a woman waiting in heavy rain at Paradise traffic signal. Commuters criticised the conduct and urged authorities to take action.

Unemployed youth staged a flash protest at Hyderabad’s City Central Library demanding recruitment notifications for 19,000 police vacancies and other government posts. They sought relaxation in age limits, scrapping of GO 46 and GO 29, and warned of continued protests.

Three migrant workers were injured after loosened soil collapsed on them during foundation work at a private building in Gachibowli. Rescue teams from police, HYDRAA DRF and CMC rushed to the spot, while officials suspect safety lapses at the site.

Remarks that there was a complete lack of coordination among government departments, resulting in arbitrary executive action

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has imposed penalties ranging from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 10 lakh on more than 95 private junior colleges for violating norms. It has also withheld the affiliation of several colleges that failed to meet mandatory standards.

A married woman from Boduppal has accused a man of blackmailing her with private photos and videos after allegedly luring her into a relationship. She claimed she was forced to hand over Rs 10 lakh and 30 tolas of gold. Police are investigating

After months of hardship in Saudi Arabia, bedridden Hyderabadi Mohammed Abdul Aleem returned home with the help of Lulu Group Chairman M.A. Yousuf Ali, who cleared his outstanding dues and coordinated his repatriation following support from Malayali social workers.

Amgen has launched its first Scholars Program in India at IIIT Hyderabad with 10 undergraduate students from across Asia. The two-month residential programme focuses on AI, machine learning and scientific research, culminating in presentations and participation in a regional symposium in Tokyo.

More than 40 hours after a 70-year-old man was swept into an under-construction stormwater drain in Madeenaguda, Hyderabad, police, HYDRAA DRF and Cyberabad Municipal Corporation teams continue extensive search operations, but the victim remains untraced despite sustained efforts.

Hyderabad Police has restricted Ganesh idols to a maximum height of 16 feet during this year's festivities. The decision aims to improve public safety during transportation and immersion, with authorities also promoting eco-friendly clay idols and stricter compliance with safety norms.

Telangana’s monsoon revival has significantly improved rainfall conditions, reducing the seasonal deficit to 11 per cent. Heavy rains have benefited Hyderabad and neighbouring districts, with several areas moving into the normal category. However, some districts continue to face rainfall shortages.

Himayatsagar and Osmansagar reservoirs received fresh inflows after moderate rainfall in their catchment areas. HMWSSB officials are monitoring water levels, with Himayatsagar recording 400 cusecs and Osmansagar 150 cusecs. A decision on opening floodgates is pending.

Following an IMD heavy rainfall alert, Hydraa issued an advisory asking Hyderabad residents to remain cautious and report waterlogging, flooding, uprooted trees and drainage issues. Citizens can contact the toll-free number 1070 or control room numbers for emergency assistance from DRF teams.

Tappachabutra police arrested three persons for allegedly attempting to murder a woman over a family property dispute. The suspects reportedly attacked Shameem Begum with a knife at her residence, following which police registered a case based on her complaint and launched an investigation.

A local court sentenced Y. Sandeep Kumar to life imprisonment for murdering a woman and attempting to kill her daughter in Miyapur in December 2022. The convict also received 10 years' imprisonment for attempted murder and three months for house trespass.

Artist Dr Hothi Basavaraj’s solo exhibition at the State Gallery of Art showcases sculptures inspired by Basava’s cultural and agricultural significance. The exhibition features diverse artworks, including tribal art, innovative sculptures, and a book documenting his 25-year artistic journey.

Three days of continuous rainfall, coupled with ongoing infrastructure projects, caused widespread traffic congestion across Hyderabad. Waterlogged roads, potholes, and diversions disrupted commuting in several major areas, forcing motorists to take alternate routes and endure long delays.

Continuous rainfall has damaged roads across several Hyderabad localities, leaving potholes, washed-out surfaces, and unfinished civic works that pose risks to commuters. Residents have urged authorities to carry out immediate repairs, warning that deteriorating road conditions could lead to serious accidents.

Hyderabad Police have invoked the Preventive Detention Act against alleged repeat offender Mohd Asad, who is accused of multiple crimes, including murder. Despite being externed from the city, he allegedly returned, prompting police to trace and apprehend him in Maharashtra.

The Telangana Police Recruitment Board's latest notification has drawn criticism after mistakenly listing "Menstruation" instead of "Mensuration" in the arithmetic syllabus. The error, along with fewer vacancies than expected, has sparked concern among police job aspirants across the State.

Mahindra University School of Law says its integrated B.Tech LLB programme prepares students for the rapidly evolving intersection of law and technology. The course combines engineering and legal education to equip graduates for emerging fields such as AI, cybersecurity, data protection, and digital regulation.