Hyderabad

Chennai Super Kings have signed fast bowler Akash Madhwal as a replacement for injured Ayush Mhatre for the remainder of IPL 2026. Mhatre was ruled out after a hamstring injury, while Madhwal brings prior IPL experience

Young Sporting FC secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Susai FC in the TFA C-Division football league championship at Gymkhana Ground. Syed Uzair Quadri scored the decisive goal in the 27th minute

Hyderabad witnessed a sudden spell of thunderstorms, gusty winds and hailstorms on Thursday, bringing temporary relief from the scorching summer heat. Several areas, including Secunderabad, faced traffic disruptions as rain and hail lasted nearly an hour.

GHMC has launched an e-waste management initiative allowing doorstep pickup and drop-off through QR code systems. Citizens can recycle electronics via authorised companies and receive reward points. The programme also includes 30 drop boxes across Hyderabad retail outlets.

Telangana Civil Supplies officials confirmed that fuel stocks in the State are sufficient and exceed demand. Daily supply data showed higher petrol and diesel distribution, ensuring stable availability across Telangana with no shortage reported.

India’s men’s and women’s badminton teams will begin their Thomas and Uber Cup Finals 2026 campaigns in Denmark. The men face Canada first, while the women take on hosts Denmark, with a challenging group stage schedule ahead

Bandlaguda police arrested five juveniles involved in motorcycle thefts across Hyderabad and Karnataka. Three stolen bikes were recovered. The group allegedly operated as a gang and confessed during interrogation following a complaint lodged at the police station.

Following a RTC driver’s suicide attempt in Warangal, the JAC blamed the Telangana government and RTC management, alleging neglect of employee demands. It announced a multi-day protest plan and urged the Chief Minister’s intervention to resolve the ongoing strike.

BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of attempting to privatise TGSRTC and ignoring workers’ demands. He urged immediate action on pending issues, criticised private electric buses, and asked RTC employees to continue their agitation

The TGSRTC strike has severely disrupted bus services across Telangana for the second day, affecting lakhs of commuters. With thousands of buses off the roads, the corporation is losing nearly Rs 15 crore daily while passengers face higher private transport costs.

Telangana teachers’ body TPUS has urged the State government to release the transfer schedule immediately after the ban was lifted. It called for a transparent, online counselling-based system and priority for health, family, and special-category cases.

ABVP activists staged a protest at the Telangana SBTET office, demanding promotion for diploma students allegedly detained due to technical glitches in results. The protest led to a scuffle with police, and several activists were detained.

Osmania University is exploring a cybersecurity education partnership with Macquarie University, KPMG India, and Austrade. The initiative aims to set up a Cyber Skills Academy and provide students with industry-aligned, job-ready training in digital trust and cybersecurity.

Humanscale has opened a 2,300 sq. ft. ergonomic experience centre in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills. The showroom showcases premium workplace solutions and will cater to corporate and retail clients, with expansion plans for other major Indian cities.

A symposium in Hyderabad highlighted the need for community-based mental health interventions for adolescents in urban slums. Experts emphasised life skills education and programmes like ANUMATI 2.0 to build resilience and address gaps in school-based support systems.

BRS leader P Sabitha Indra Reddy urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to order a high-level inquiry into alleged corruption in Badangpet Municipal Corporation, raising concerns over encroachments, misuse of funds, and irregularities in building permissions

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla urged universities to prioritise skill development, academic reforms, and employability. He stressed industry collaboration and full implementation of the National Education Policy during a meeting with Vice-Chancellors and higher education officials.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar urged banks to adopt strict measures to prevent mule accounts and cyber fraud. He proposed a twin-challenge framework, stronger KYC norms, and accountability mechanisms to improve customer safety and institutional integrity

An unidentified man was found dead under suspicious circumstances at an ATM centre in Hyderabad’s Vijayanagar Colony. Police shifted the body for postmortem and suspect a stroke, but are awaiting the report to confirm the exact cause of death

A video showing a policeman thrashing a youngster in Hyderabad’s Tolichowki area has sparked criticism. Police said the youth tried to flee after questioning. An enquiry has been ordered after the incident, which was widely shared on social media

Maize farmers in Telangana are facing distress due to delayed procurement, falling prices, and lack of infrastructure, leading to protests across districts as farmers demand more procurement centres, faster processes, and relief from mounting losses

BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav questioned the Centre and State government for not ordering inquiries into irrigation project failures, including the SLBC tunnel collapse, and demanded probes by central agencies while criticising Congress for governance lapses

RCB captain Rajat Patidar said adaptability and clear thinking are key to the team’s strong start this season. He highlighted mental clarity, leadership approach, and team communication as crucial factors behind their consistent performances

Intense thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and hailstorms lashed Secunderabad on Thursday, halting traffic and disrupting normal life. Several areas witnessed severe weather, while the sudden downpour brought temporary relief from the ongoing summer heat across the region.