Hyderabad

A woman allegedly smothered her 14-month-old daughter at Risala Bazaar in Golconda on Sunday. Police said she tried to mislead family members by claiming the child was missing before the infant was found and declared dead at a hospital

Hyderabad traffic police have announced restrictions on several flyovers on the night of March 16 in view of Shab-e-Qadar. Two-wheelers will not be allowed on selected flyovers after 10 pm to ensure smooth traffic regulation and public safety

India finished the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 in Bangkok with five medals, including a gold by Chandrika Pujari. Three Indian boxers won silver while Radhamani Longjam secured bronze, highlighting the progress of the country’s youth boxing programme

M Jeevan Reddy was elected Secretary of the Hyderabad Cricket Association while Dr Anil Kumar became Treasurer in the elections held on Sunday. Anil Kumar secured 61 votes, narrowly defeating Harinarayana Rao, who received 59 votes in the contest

A Ashvik Kumar won the juniors title with 5.5 points while Gade Vishal clinched the open category at the Brilliant Trophy chess tournament held at Brilliant Grammar High School in Hyderabad on Sunday

The Telangana government will release the first installment of Rythu Bharosa assistance on March 22. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy will launch the distribution from Siddipet district, with Rs 3,590 crore to be credited to the bank accounts of 70 lakh farmers

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy urged all religions to remain united for the development of Telangana while addressing an Iftaar gathering in Hyderabad. He said the government was committed to the welfare of minorities and highlighted measures taken for their representation

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded an impartial investigation into the alleged drug case in Moinabad and accused the Congress of linking KT Rama Rao to it through a smear campaign. He challenged Congress leaders to undergo drug tests during the Assembly session

DNA Dermatology & Aesthetics has launched a new clinic in Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad. Founded by Dr Priyanka Reddy, the facility aims to offer advanced dermatology treatments and aesthetic services using modern technology and personalised care for skin health

Internal dissent has resurfaced in the Telangana Congress following the municipal elections, with reports of a secret meeting of MLAs and speculation over senior leader T Jeevan Reddy quitting the party. Discussions on Cabinet expansion have further heightened tensions within the ruling party

Telangana police’s EAGLE team raided a farmhouse belonging to former BRS MLA Rohith Reddy, apprehending 11 people, including TDP MP Mahesh Kumar. Six tested positive for drugs, cocaine and a revolver were seized, and a case was registered at Moinabad police station.

The GHMC collected over 15 tonnes of electronic waste during a two-day special drive held at 110 collection points across the city. Cash incentives encouraged citizens to responsibly dispose of old electronic items instead of mixing them with regular waste.

The Malkajgiri traffic police booked 223 people for drunken driving during weekend checks. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders, while nine drivers recorded extremely high blood alcohol levels. All the accused have been asked to appear before court.

The 8th International Conference on Stem Cells, ISCSGCON-2026, concluded in Hyderabad with participation from over 50 scientists, clinicians and researchers. The event featured live demonstrations of regenerative treatment techniques and discussions on advances in stem cell research.

Several water kiosks set up by the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board to provide free drinking water during summer are lying defunct across the city, with some being used as storage spaces by sanitation workers due to lack of maintenance.

A rare sighting of the endangered Indian Skimmer at Kistareddypeta Lake near Hyderabad has excited the city’s birding community. The solitary bird, spotted by cardiac surgeon Dr Nisarga, is believed to be the first verifiable record of the species in the area.

Two persons died in separate accidents in Hyderabad. A man was killed in a suspected hit-and-run while taking a U-turn near Shamshabad, while another man died after accidentally falling from the second floor of a building while erecting a banner.

A servant couple from Nepal allegedly stole valuables worth Rs 2 crore from a businessman’s house in Jubilee Hills on Saturday night. The couple, employed recently as housemaid and security guard, fled after breaking open a locker while the homeowners were asleep.

Members of Kotha Telangana Charitra Brundam discovered a quartz stone tool on a hill near Manchirevula Beerappa Gudi in Hyderabad. Experts identified it as an Upper Palaeolithic quartz point, suggesting prehistoric human activity in the region thousands of years ago.

The Telangana Council of Higher Education and State universities are introducing several new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in fields including aviation, maritime technology, climate science and medical microbiology from the next academic year to bridge skill gaps and improve employability.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao condemned drug use and demanded strict action against those involved in narcotics. He warned against attempts to link the party to drug cases for political reasons and said he was ready to undergo any test.

Mild tension prevailed in Attapur after HYDRAA teams, assisted by police, removed a temporary tin-sheet boundary around 6,000 square yards of disputed land near a temple. Officials said the land belongs to the government, while some locals objected to the demolition.

The Cyberabad traffic police have intensified their drunk driving checks in Hyderabad. Last weekend, 187 offenders were caught, with two sentenced to a two-day jail term, 23 fined and assigned social service, and 162 fined.

Regulatory authorities in India are proposing a ban on added sugar in all milk-based foods for infants aged 6–24 months. The move follows global criticism of manufacturers accused of selling sugary baby foods in developing countries while offering sugar-free versions in Europe.