Hyderabad

A software professional from Golconda was allegedly cheated of Rs 1.55 crore by cyber fraudsters who lured him with fake stock market investment offers through WhatsApp. Hyderabad Cybercrime Police registered a case and launched an investigation.

A daylight LPG cylinder theft at Alkapoor Township in Narsingi has raised concerns among residents after the act was captured on CCTV. The incident comes amid rumours of fuel and LPG shortages that have triggered panic buying in the city.

A Hyderabad native working in the United States was allegedly cheated of Rs 10.3 crore by a couple who promised high returns through a fake casino venture. Police registered a case and are probing the role of two more suspects.

The government cut excise duty on petrol and diesel by Rs 10 per litre to ease global oil price pressures, while assuring adequate fuel supplies and dismissing shortage fears amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.

KTR criticised the Congress government over the Musi project, Metro takeover and Future City plan, raising concerns on transparency, land use and selective action, while Minister Sridhar Babu defended the decisions and rejected allegations.

A man and a woman went missing after their motorcycle plunged into the SRSP canal near Jagtial while returning from a temple. The police launched a search operation to trace the duo swept away by water.

KTR criticised the Telangana government in the Assembly over the Musi Riverfront project, Metro Rail takeover and Future City plan, alleging lack of transparency and selective action. The government defended its decisions, saying the DPR would be made public soon

BRS leader T Harish Rao criticised the Congress government in the Telangana Assembly, accusing it of violating norms, misleading on job creation and failing on key promises. He also raised concerns over governance, transparency, police functioning and administrative instability

Heated exchanges erupted in the Telangana Assembly as BRS MLA Sabitha Indra Reddy and Minister Seethakka clashed over drinking water issues and political remarks. The confrontation briefly disrupted budget discussions, highlighting tensions between BRS and Congress leaders

BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao extended Sri Rama Navami greetings to the people of Telangana, highlighting the festival’s significance and values. He prayed for peace, prosperity and harmony, and hoped the blessings of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita guide the State

BRS MLA KP Vivekananda criticised HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath in the Assembly, accusing him of political bias, publicity-driven governance, and misleading social media messaging.

Hyderabadi woman Ameena Begum, jailed for life in Dubai on drug charges, was pardoned during Ramzan and returned to Hyderabad after a dramatic legal battle and cancelled flights.

P Sadu Sunder, a retired HPCL general manager from Adilabad, has been awarded a PhD by Andhra University for his research on adult learning in the petroleum sector, focusing on workforce development, training practices and organisational performance

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed officials to strengthen MMTS services in Hyderabad by increasing train frequency during peak hours, improving passenger amenities, and exploring mini-bus services to enhance last-mile connectivity and boost ridership.

Osmania University’s International Women’s Conference 2026 concluded in Hyderabad with global experts discussing empowerment, sustainability and leadership. The event honoured 34 women and focused on financial independence, mental resilience, and inclusive growth through skills, outreach and policy dialogues

The Defence Ministry has formed a six-member panel to review Cantonment Boards’ finances, explore revenue reforms, and suggest measures for sustainability, raising concerns of possible mergers.

Hundreds of students, activists and unemployed youth staged protests in Hyderabad during the Assembly session, demanding recruitment notifications and implementation of manifesto promises. Police detained several DYFI activists and unemployed youth attempting to march towards the Assembly.

Two male mandrill siblings have been introduced at Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad under an animal exchange programme. After completing quarantine, they are now on display, adding to the zoo’s collection and expected to attract more visitors

Teachers MLC Pingili Sripal Reddy raised concerns over medicine shortages in 12 wellness centres, affecting employees and pensioners. The Health Department assured immediate action and said plans are underway to expand centres to more districts across the State

Telangana job aspirants face fresh uncertainty after the two-year upper-age relaxation for government recruitment expired in February 2026. The delay in extending the relaxation has stalled new TGPSC notifications, including around 3,500 vacancies across multiple departments.

Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy raised concerns in the Assembly over 76 colonies being marked as Waqf properties, affecting around 18,000 homeowners. He urged the government to clarify the land status and ease property transaction issues

Teachers and staff working in KGBVs, Urban Residential Schools and Samagra Shiksha staged a Maha Dharna in Hyderabad demanding minimum wages and regularisation. TS UTF leaders urged implementation of PRC-recommended increments and uniform wages for KGBV employees nationwide.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the government is clearing Rs 727 crore Arogyasri dues and plans to refer patients to teaching hospitals. The state has already paid Rs 2,408 crore towards pending bills since December 2023

Interio by Godrej aims to capture 14 per cent market share in Hyderabad over three years, targeting Rs 50 crore revenue in FY26. The brand plans retail expansion with new franchise stores and retailers to strengthen its presence in the region