Hyderabad

A 41-year-old construction supervisor died after a portion of the ceiling collapsed at Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University in Koti, Hyderabad. The incident occurred during renovation work at Darbar Hall. Police have launched an investigation into the accident

The Telangana Commission for Backward Classes has asked DGP B Shivadhar Reddy to ensure the safety and medical care of a family in Nagarkurnool district that lost their two-month-old baby. Chairman G Niranjan said the family was under pressure

Former Minister T Harish Rao welcomed the government’s decision on Sharada Peetham land but questioned the alleged allotment of 17 acres to the Chief Minister’s son-in-law. He demanded cancellation of permission for a crusher unit and warned of continued protests

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of neglecting Hyderabad and focusing on real estate interests. He alleged failures in civic services and infrastructure and said the Congress government had damaged the city over the past two years

The State government reversed its decision to allot Sharada Peetham land in Kokapet to the Water Board following protests by former Minister Harish Rao. The Chief Minister cancelled the proposed transfer, directing officials to ensure the land remains with the Peetham

The Billionaires Network Conclave 2026 was held at ITC Kohinoor in Hyderabad, bringing together business leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs. Hosted by Deepika Maheshwari, the event focused on leadership, collaboration, and sustainable growth

MLR Institute of Technology organised a two-day national-level hackathon, Ignitia 2K26, in Hyderabad to promote innovation and technical skills among students. Over 200 participants from different regions took part in the event

Qutbullapur MLA KP Vivekanand alleged that Kadiyam Srihari misled the Speaker on his defection and would face consequences in court. He criticised Srihari’s conduct during the hearing as vague and against party interests

A 35-year-old woman, G. Lalitha, died after a truck collided with the bike she was riding as a pillion on NH 65 near Abdullapurmet. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fatal accident.

RGUKT Basar marked National Science Day 2026 with five guest lectures on high-energy materials, topological materials, biotechnology and quantum computing. Speakers highlighted scientific research, interdisciplinary collaboration and the enduring relevance of C. V. Raman’s discovery.

Malkajgiri Cybercrime Police solved six cases and arrested seven suspects in a week-long crackdown. Cases included investment, matrimony, loan app, and digital frauds. Officials facilitated refunds of Rs 53.27 lakh and urged victims to report through helpline 1930.

GHMC will conduct ‘Property Tax Parishkaram’ every Sunday in March to address pending property tax issues. Officials will resolve grievances on the spot, covering assessments, arrears, payments, court cases, and IGRS-related matters at circle offices citywide.

Encroachments and illegal constructions along the Musi riverbed are posing challenges to the Gandhi Sarovar project. With a 50-metre buffer zone announced, several colonies and luxury housing projects may face demolition, triggering protests in affected areas.

The two-day Sports Fest ‘Pratiyogita’ concluded at Sridevi Women’s Engineering College. Students from various engineering colleges competed in multiple games. SWEC won three titles, while VNR VJIET secured the volleyball championship.

Three cattle were injured in a suspected tiger attack in Bheemaram mandal of Jagtial district. Forest officials collected pugmarks and alerted villagers. An itinerant tiger has travelled across 11 districts in Telangana, with multiple cattle attacks reported in recent weeks.

The State government has appointed Dr Sadashivudu Gundeti, Professor at NIMS, as the in-charge Director of MNJ Cancer Hospital in Red Hills. The appointment takes immediate effect and replaces Dr. Joseph Benjamin, who previously held the position.

The Authority of Holding Sealed Particulars of the CCPT vehicle was transferred at Ordnance Factory Medak. Designed by DRDO’s CVRDE, the tracked command vehicle supports self-propelled artillery deployment and strengthens India’s indigenous defence manufacturing capabilities.

Residents of colonies likely to be affected by the Gandhi Sarovar Project will hold a ‘Musi Dandi March’ on Sunday at Hydershakote. BRS leader K. T. Rama Rao will join the peaceful protest calling for transparency and lawful development.

A major road accident occurred on National Highway-65 near Rudraram in Patancheru mandal, Sangareddy, involving three buses and a car. A KSRTC bus rammed into a private travel bus, which then collided with a stationary TGSRTC bus. A car following the KSRTC bus also crashed into it.

The Telangana government has allotted 3.95 acres in Khanapur to strengthen water infrastructure in the fast-growing Kokapet–Neopolis area. The project includes new reservoirs and facilities, while Godavari Phase II and III aim to supply an additional 300 MGD of water.

FTCCI organised a workshop on mental resilience and business growth, attended by over 200 participants. IMA leaders spoke about legal immunity for doctors and the need to better understand and manage the human mind for effective leadership and success.

Indian embassies in Doha, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Tehran have issued urgent advisories urging nationals to remain vigilant, avoid unnecessary travel, and stay indoors amid escalating regional tensions.

TiE Hyderabad launched the 7th edition of TiE Women 2026, aiming to double participation to 200 applicants. Rural women can pitch in Telugu. The programme has no entry fee, and a 50% membership discount is available until March 31.

Senior officials met at NITHM to review the six-day Tourist Police training programme. They discussed infrastructure gaps, safety concerns, and deployment challenges. The retreat concluded that the initiative has improved tourist safety and called for continued training and better coordination.