Hyderabad

The Telangana Council of Higher Education signed an MoU with the Association of Indian Management Schools to enhance management education in the State. The partnership will provide academic resources, training programmes, and introduce industry-oriented courses in emerging sectors.

The Telangana Intermediate Education Department will launch breakfast and mid-day meal schemes for students of 430 government junior colleges from June 12. About two lakh students will benefit, with meals to be provided through the Akshaya Patra Foundation.

BRS MLAs accused the Congress government of delaying Hyderabad infrastructure projects and underfunding development. They cited slow progress, poor allocations and protocol violations, while the government assured funds and action plans for timely completion.

Maulana Azad National Urdu University launched “Radio MANUU 90.0 FM”, a community radio station focusing on youth programmes, local issues, skill development and promotion of Urdu language and culture. The station will be operated by the university’s Instructional Media Centre.

The Commissioner’s Task Force (Golconda) and Kulsumpura police raided a pickle-making unit in Jiyaguda after receiving a tip-off about poor hygiene. Officials seized a large quantity of various pickles, including mango, lemon, amla, chilli and tomato.

ATARI Director Dr Sheikh Meera said Telangana has the potential to emerge as a model vegetable hub in India and urged farmers to expand cultivation. SKLTHU Vice-Chancellor Dr Danda Raji Reddy said simple techniques could boost yields by nearly 30%.

The Civil Supplies Department clarified that Telangana has adequate stocks of petrol, diesel, and LPG, attributing long queues at fuel stations to panic buying triggered by rumours. Authorities warned of strict action against hoarding, black-marketing, and misuse of domestic LPG cylinders

Cyberabad Cybercrime police have helped restore access to 218 bank accounts frozen during fraud investigations. Officials warned that accepting digital transfers from unknown persons in exchange for cash can unknowingly link individuals to cybercrime networks and lead to account freezes.

KT Rama Rao termed the Formula-E case baseless and accused the Congress government of diversion politics. He defended the race, denied fund diversion, and said BRS would continue to push for legal status to Six Guarantees.

A Congress sarpanch was mistakenly detained by police during a protest crackdown near the Assembly in Hyderabad. The mix-up, captured on video, went viral online, drawing amusement and criticism over the police’s handling of the situation

Two youths were arrested by Saifabad police for performing dangerous bike stunts near the Telangana Secretariat to shoot social media reels. Police seized a scooter, a motorcycle, and a mobile phone used to record the videos.

Accidents on Hyderabad’s Outer Ring Road are rising rapidly, with multiple deaths and injuries reported in just weeks. From overspeeding to unsafe stops, here’s what’s causing these crashes, who’s at risk, and what every driver must do to stay safe.

Panic buying over alleged fuel shortages has caused long queues at petrol bunks and auto LPG stations across Hyderabad. Citizens and autorickshaw drivers face delays, while families struggle to manage school commutes despite government assurances of adequate supplies

Three violent incidents in Hyderabad’s Old City in 24 hours, including a bike riot, a stabbing, and shop vandalism, have caused public panic. Residents question the effectiveness of police patrols and call for stronger law enforcement in Shahalibanda, Chaderghat, and Vattepally.

Malkajgiri She Teams arrested 181 people, including 33 juveniles, in a special drive against harassment of women from February 16 to March 15. The teams handled 223 complaints, booked multiple cases, and provided counseling, including for phone and social media abuse.

Blue Star has launched a new range of 125 room air conditioners, including the premium Iconia range, featuring energy-efficient, high-performance solutions for residential and commercial segments. The expansion supports India’s growing demand, particularly in emerging Tier 3-5 cities.

A man in Neredmet, Hyderabad, has been arrested for posing as a dentist for nearly 20 years. The suspect, Ramesh, lacked formal qualifications and operated a clinic during late-night hours. Police are investigating the extent of his illegal practice.

A mega job fair will be held at Khaja Mansion Function Hall, Masab Tank, on March 25 from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies from pharma, IT, banking, healthcare, and education sectors will conduct on-site interviews. Entry is free for SSC-qualified candidates.

Arham Animal Ambulance in Hyderabad, launched by Arham Yuva Seva Group, provides free emergency care for injured, ill, and abandoned animals. Handling 200-250 calls daily, the service ensures timely first-aid and rescue, filling a critical urban veterinary healthcare gap.

Dr Snigdha Gowd, Chairperson and CEO of Dr Gowd’s Dental Hospitals, has won the ‘Aligner Specialist of the Year’ award at the Famdent Excellence Awards in Mumbai, becoming the only orthodontist from Telangana to be honoured for her advanced aligner and orthodontic expertise.

The 64 Yogini Trail exhibition by Dr Beena Unnikrishnan, Ekaa: The One, will be held at Gallery 78, Hyderabad, from March 26 to 28. The national travelling showcase reimagines India’s Yogini tradition and celebrates the sacred feminine through contemporary art.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan conducted an unscheduled inspection of the Chanchalguda–Santosh Nagar steel flyover on Tuesday, directing officials to expedite construction and meet the firm June 2026 deadline. The flyover aims to ease traffic congestion in the area.

NACO, under Mission AIDS Suraksha, is intensifying engagement with States to strengthen district-level HIV response. Hyderabad will host the Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala on March 25, with Telangana’s 19 priority districts participating to discuss progress, challenges, and targeted strategies.

The University of Hyderabad inaugurated the third cohort of its five-day Faculty Development Programme on Artificial Intelligence, training college faculty from Andhra Pradesh in practical AI applications. Hands-on sessions aim to enhance teaching and research capabilities across multiple disciplines.