Hyderabad

Hyderabad police investigating the murder of Tanuja Ranjan, wife of a retired IPS officer, have traced key suspects to Pune. Multiple teams are tracking an interstate gang allegedly involved in murder and robbery, with links extending across several states and Nepal.

The Telangana Congress government is facing criticism over alleged selective action in the POCSO case involving Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son. Social media users questioned the delay in action and compared it with Karnataka’s handling of the Prajwal Revanna case.

The BRS has launched an extensive cadre restructuring and membership drive across Telangana under K. Chandrashekar Rao’s leadership. The party plans booth-level reorganisation, training programmes and intensified grassroots outreach ahead of upcoming elections, focusing on public issues and mobilisation.

Landscaped greenery and vertical gardens under several Hyderabad flyovers are drying up due to rising summer temperatures and inadequate watering. Citizens have raised concerns over poor maintenance, while GHMC officials said efforts are underway to restore the greenery before the monsoon season.

BRS women leaders submitted representations to the Telangana child rights and women’s commissions seeking intervention in the POCSO case involving Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar, alleging selective policing, diluted charges and intimidation of the victim’s family

Sunrisers Hyderabad and Gujarat Titans will clash in a crucial IPL match in Ahmedabad with playoff qualification at stake. Both teams are level on points, making net run rate important as star batters and strong bowling attacks prepare for a high-pressure contest

Authorities in Hyderabad seized 100 kg of banned BT-3 cotton seeds near Shamirpet and arrested a man from Andhra Pradesh. The accused was allegedly attempting illegal sale to farmers, raising concerns over crop failure and financial risks for cultivators.

Allu Cinemas in Kokapet has partnered with Freyr Energy to commission a 727 kW rooftop solar power system. The project is expected to meet 60% of the cinema’s energy needs, reduce electricity costs substantially, and cut annual carbon emissions by 750 tonnes.

During the ‘One Ward Every Day’ programme in Manikonda, residents raised concerns over waterlogging, slow nala works, drainage problems, and poor road infrastructure. CMC Commissioner G Srijana reviewed civic amenities and directed officials to prioritise and resolve the pending issues promptly.

The Telangana State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has formed a special bench to hear the case involving allegations against Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar. Police have sought a detailed report from Cyberabad Commissionerate.

Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy has directed a special investigation team in the POCSO case involving Bandi Sai Bageerath, son of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar. The move follows criticism over alleged delay in action despite FIR registration in Hyderabad.

Hyderabad’s rising summer heat is keeping people indoors, but boredom need not follow. From binge-watching and indoor games to DIY crafts, home workouts and cooking experiments, residents are finding creative ways to stay entertained, productive and relaxed while escaping extreme temperatures.

Several MMTS train services in Hyderabad have been cancelled or partially cancelled on May 11 and 12 due to operational reasons. Multiple routes between Lingampalli, Falaknuma, Umdanagar and Secunderabad are affected, and passengers have been advised to check updated schedules before travel.

An SBI employee in Hyderabad has been booked for allegedly siphoning Rs 23 lakh from ATM cash reserves at the Yousufguda branch. The fraud reportedly came to light during ATM replacement, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation.

Hyderabad is hosting two major live entertainment events this month — Olympian Circus at Qutubullapur Playground and the Giant Light Puppet Show at Shilpa Kala Vedika. Featuring acrobatics, laser effects and giant glowing puppets, both productions promise immersive family-friendly experiences for audiences.

HYBE India Pop-Up Park will arrive in Hyderabad on May 23 with K-pop-themed dance sessions, quizzes, DJ performances and fan experiences. The event at Financial District will also feature brand showcases, interactive zones and live entertainment as part of HYBE India’s mega audition celebrations.

Burglars broke into a locked house in Hyderabad’s Goshamahal area while the family was away at a wedding, stealing gold, silver and cash worth several lakhs

Two brothers in Hyderabad drowned in Kowkuru lake after reportedly slipping into deep water while bathing despite not knowing how to swim. Locals alerted authorities, and rescue teams recovered the bodies as police continue investigating the tragic incident

Five persons, including three members of a family and two motorcyclists, were killed in a high-speed collision between a sports bike and a Hyundai Verna on Palakonda bypass road in Mahabubnagar early Monday morning.

Chidvilas Sai Surapaneni won the Open category and Siddhartha Karthik triumphed in the Junior section of the 240th Brilliant Trophy Chess Tournament in Hyderabad. The event, sponsored for 20 years, showcased strong performances across age groups, including special awards

Telangana is set for a renewed heatwave, with IMD forecasting a sharp rise in temperatures up to 44°C across northern and central districts by midweek, following brief relief from scattered thunderstorms.

Women activists of the BRS staged a protest at Petbasheerabad police station demanding the arrest of Union Minister Bandi Sanjay’s son, Sai Bageerathh, booked under the POCSO Act for allegedly misbehaving with a minor girl at a New Year party.

Balabhadrapatruni Yashwwanth, a 14‑year‑old martial arts student from Hyderabad, has entered the Asian Book of World Records after performing two speed‑based striking feats

Over 200 people, including environmentalists and NGO members, protested near Indo-American Hospital and KBR National Park against alleged green cover loss due to excavation works. The demonstration featured slogans, symbolic black attire and a participatory performance involving citizens of all ages.