Hyderabad

TGSRTC's free Pushpak AC bus connectivity for Hyderabad-Bengaluru passengers has received a positive response, with daily bookings rising by 60 to 70 tickets. The corporation has increased boarding points and planned additional services to meet growing passenger demand.

Government and local body teachers recorded a lower pass percentage than fresh teaching graduates in the TG TET June 2026. The School Education Department also announced four TET examinations every year, including two special tests for in-service teachers

Hyderabad district has achieved 13.79 per cent digitisation of Special Intensive Revision electoral roll forms, remaining the second lowest in Telangana. Medchal-Malkajgiri ranks last, while Yadadri Bhongir continues to lead the State with 72.09 per cent progress.

A day of rumours and speculation over the whereabouts of Shabad murder suspect Raj Kumar ended after police confirmed he was found dead in Penjarla village. Investigators continue probing the circumstances surrounding his death and the six murders.

The BRS will host a 'Yuva Sangrama Sadassu' at Saroornagar Stadium on July 18 to protest the Congress government's failure to fulfill its pre-election job promises. BRS working president KT Rama Rao will headline the event

Farmers in Palamuru district are facing severe water scarcity, with falling reservoir levels and drying canals affecting cultivation. Many are waiting for water from the Jurala project, while others are reluctant to begin farming amid uncertainty over irrigation availability

Police have recovered a selfie video allegedly recorded by Raj Kumar a day before the six murders. Investigators are verifying the recording, which may provide key insights into his state of mind before the killings and his subsequent death.

The BRS has urged the Election Commission to extend the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, alleging lapses in implementation. The party claimed voter mapping was incomplete and warned that many eligible voters could face exclusion without additional time

Abids police have busted an alleged book piracy racket and arrested four people for selling counterfeit copies of popular titles. The case was registered following a complaint by Penguin Random House India’s representative, with charges filed under the BNS and Copyright Act.

Tension prevailed in Mansoorabad and LB Nagar after supporters of rival Congress leaders allegedly clashed over flex banners put up for Eshwaramma Yadav's swearing-in as a Yadagirigutta Devasthanam Trust Board member. Police intervened and dispersed the groups

Telangana’s iconic Bonalu festival will begin on July 16 at the Sri Jagadamba Mahankali Temple in Golconda. Month-long celebrations across 3,427 temples in Hyderabad will include traditional rituals, processions and government-supported arrangements to ensure a smooth experience for devotees.

State Government Advisor Mohammed Ali Shabbir said the Telangana government is likely to constitute a Cabinet sub-committee to examine introducing a Permanent Residence Certificate system. The proposal aims to help residents establish eligibility if required during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls

A BRS delegation led by working president KT Rama Rao will meet Union Heavy Industries Minister HD Kumaraswamy in Delhi on July 15 to seek the reopening of the Cement Corporation of India plant at Adilabad, citing employment and regional development

Police detained several BRSV and BRSY leaders and activists after they attempted to march from Telangana Bhavan to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's camp office carrying blood packets collected during a donation camp organised in protest against his remarks on irrigation water

The Indian Consulate in Jeddah organised an event showcasing Indian mangoes, yoga and AYUSH traditions. The programme highlighted the health benefits of mangoes, promoted India's holistic wellness systems and generated interest among Saudi visitors in yoga, Ayurveda and medical tourism

Hyderabad Police and the Task Force seized nearly 25 litres of hash oil worth Rs 3.12 crore in two operations at Erragadda and Jubilee Hills. Five alleged drug peddlers were arrested and two consumers detained as officials investigated an Odisha-linked supply network.

Raj Kumar, the prime accused in the murder of six persons in Shabad, was found dead under suspicious circumstances in Penjarla village. A pesticide bottle was recovered near the body, with police awaiting the postmortem report to confirm the exact cause of death

The National Medical Commission has proposed stricter rules for establishing medical colleges, including mandatory completed infrastructure, a corpus fund requirement and a zero-tolerance policy against influencing regulators. Stakeholders have 30 days to submit feedback on the draft amendments.

Masjid-e-Teenposh in Hyderabad's Red Hills is helping residents complete Special Intensive Revision (SIR) applications for electoral rolls free of cost. Young software engineers volunteer their time to assist senior citizens and others, turning the mosque into a community service centre.

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau has warned citizens against fake online shopping websites and fraudulent sale campaigns. Consumers are advised to verify websites, avoid advance payments outside official checkout systems, and report cyber fraud immediately through the 1930 helpline and the National Cyber Crime Reporting Portal.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police seized a Honda Activa with an allegedly tampered registration number plate during a special enforcement drive at Afzalgunj T-Junction. The rider was detained, legal action initiated under the Motor Vehicles Act, and motorists warned against altering vehicle registration plates.

Doctors at KIMS Hospitals, Secunderabad, successfully treated a 32-year-old woman doctor from Maharashtra who developed severe ARDS following influenza pneumonia. Advanced ECMO support, mechanical ventilation and multidisciplinary critical care helped her recover after 25 days of intensive treatment and rehabilitation.

The Army will conduct a recruitment rally under the Unit Headquarters Quota at AOC Centre, Secunderabad, from August 10 to October 11 for various Agniveer categories. Sports trials and musicians' aptitude tests will be held on August 6 and 7, respectively.

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed 'SpudCell', a synthetic cell-like system made entirely from non-living materials. The laboratory-engineered system can acquire nutrients, replicate its genome, grow and divide, representing a significant advance in synthetic biology and artificial life research.