Hyderabad

Devdutt Padikkal’s 26-ball 61 and Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 69 powered Royal Challengers Bengaluru to a six-wicket win over Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2026 opener. RCB chased 202 in 15.4 overs with a brilliant second-wicket stand

BRS leader Manne Krishank opposed Minister D Sridhar Babu’s proposal to merge Secunderabad Cantonment Board with Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation, demanding its withdrawal. He cited public support for a GHMC merger, calling the move undemocratic and urging transparent consultation with residents.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of inflating the Musi Riverfront project to Rs 1.5 lakh crore to enable large-scale corruption, warning of protests if the plan proceeds without transparency and safeguards for affected communities

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy of misleading the Assembly over the ownership of Raghava Constructions and demanded a House Committee probe into alleged mining irregularities linked to the Minister’s family

MLC L Ramana welcomed senior leader T Jeevan Reddy to join the BRS, stating there are no permanent friends or enemies in politics, amid speculation that the former Congress leader is considering entering the party

The Malkajgiri Police imposed restrictions on heavy and medium motor vehicles during peak hours to ease congestion and improve road safety. The curbs will be enforced daily, while TGSRTC and school buses have been exempted.

Chandrayangutta police arrested four youths for the murder of Mohd Salman, a 23-year-old plumber. The victim was assaulted with a knuckle duster and stone following an argument after a Ramzan gathering and later died during treatment.

The Telangana Assembly approved a resolution to take over Phase-I of Hyderabad Metro Rail from L&T, citing hurdles in expansion. CM Revanth Reddy said the move was vital for Phase-II proposals.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s proposal to tax Artificial Intelligence firms through a ‘people credits’ mechanism to compensate for job losses has sparked concern among industry experts, who warn the idea could deter technology investments in Telangana

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy laid the foundation for a Rs 157 crore modern goshala at Yenkapally in Moinabad. Developed by HMDA on 99 acres, the facility will house 1,000 cows and include solar power, biogas plants, and veterinary infrastructure.

Telangana Cricket Association has urged the State Government to act on alleged illegal privatisation of 17 GHMC cricket clubs, citing findings of a Supreme Court-appointed committee and raising concerns over HCA’s electoral roll and representation

Indian women’s hockey forward Navneet Kaur was named Player of the Year at the Hockey India Annual Awards after a strong season, including key performances in major tournaments and achieving 200 international caps

Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh praised the fearless approach of young players and credited coach Ricky Ponting and captain Shreyas Iyer for building a strong team environment, adding that the squad is motivated to improve after last season’s final loss

B Radhakrishna and S Nikhil Kumar delivered impressive five-wicket hauls in the HCA B-Division Institution one-day league, guiding Air India and Canara Bank to strong performances in their respective matches in Hyderabad

HMDA has begun work on a modern goshala at Yenkapally in Ranga Reddy district with an outlay of Rs 157 crore. The facility will include solar power, biogas units, veterinary services and space for 1,000 cows

Apartment buyers at Incor Lake City near Saki Cheruvu, Patancheru, staged a protest over delays in flat handover. The project, launched in 2019 with 1,500 flats, missed its promised Dasara 2025 deadline.

Osmania University allocated Rs 10 crore for research and Rs 2 crore for women’s facilities in its annual budget. With expenditure projected at Rs 755.28 crore and receipts at Rs 723.02 crore, the university faces a Rs 32.26 crore deficit.

Contradictory claims over the Begumpet under-tunnel project have emerged. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said work is underway, but HMDA states key approvals, including land transfer from AAI and NoC from civil aviation authorities, are still pending before excavation can begin.

Tensions flared in the Telangana Assembly on Saturday as BRS accused Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy’s family-linked firm of mining irregularities. The uproar disrupted proceedings, leading to budget approvals without discussion and the expunging of contentious remarks from Assembly records

With the IPL season underway, Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar cautioned citizens against illegal betting on platforms like Telegram, WhatsApp, and Instagram. Authorities are monitoring offline operations, warning of financial risks, and urging reporting via Dial-100 or WhatsApp.

ASBL celebrated Srirama Navami at RTC X Roads with Sita Rama Kalyanam, Vedic chants, and cultural performances. A historic initiative saw over one crore Rama Namas written, while a 15-minute Sita Swayamwar enactment brought the Ramayana to life on stage.

Patancheru MLA Gudem Mahipal Reddy’s interaction with BRS legislators in the Assembly has sparked political interest, especially amid past defection charges. Other MLAs facing similar issues were also seen seated away, while discussions among leaders drew attention

A fire broke out at an optical shop near Centre Point junction, New Bowenpally, on Saturday, suspected due to a short circuit. Firefighters brought the blaze under control quickly. No injuries were reported, and the police are investigating the exact cause.

The Task Force (Golconda Zone) and local police raided an illegal bakery in Gudimalkapur, Hyderabad, arresting owner Ahmed Raza. Bakery products, raw materials, and machinery worth Rs 12.54 lakh were seized. Products were being supplied illegally, posing serious health risks.