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Sankara Eye Hospital in Hyderabad organised a CSSD-focused workshop highlighting the importance of sterilisation in preventing infections. Healthcare experts discussed best practices, global standards, and patient safety, especially in ophthalmology, where contamination risks can lead to serious complications.

A three-day strike by TGSRTC workers caused an estimated Rs 35 crore loss, severely disrupting bus services across Telangana. Commuters faced hardship as services halted, while the corporation now focuses on restoring operations and regaining passenger confidence.

Osmania University removed 300 kg of plastic waste from the lakebed at its Landscape Garden during the third phase of a deep-cleaning drive. The initiative covered the entire wetland area, with GHMC set to handle recycling and disposal.

A global study indicates nearly one in three jobs could see over 50 per cent of tasks transformed by generative AI. The research, involving Woxsen University, highlights major workforce shifts and emerging skill demands across industries in coming years.

AI hiring in India has risen 59.5 per cent year-on-year, with Hyderabad recording over 51 per cent growth, according to LinkedIn. Demand is expanding beyond Bengaluru as companies adopt AI, creating strong opportunities across tier-2 and tier-3 cities.

Dr Radhakrishna Pulikanti, faculty at College of Veterinary Science, Korutla, has received the Dr B R Ambedkar National Icon Award for Veterinary Excellence. He was recognised for his contributions to academia, student mentoring, and livestock productivity research initiatives.

Telangana is proceeding with road development under the Hybrid Annuity Model despite opposition allegations of irregularities, with tenders evaluated and recalled where needed, as officials plan to begin works in June following agreement finalisation.

AIMIM is contesting local body elections in Gujarat across around 400 wards for the first time, with Asaduddin Owaisi leading the campaign. The party is also active in West Bengal, where it is contesting 12 seats in the upcoming polls.

KPMG plans to cut 10 per cent of its US audit partners after an early retirement push fell short, joining a broader wave of global layoffs as companies restructure and increasingly adopt artificial intelligence-driven operations.

Bus services resumed across Telangana after TGSRTC employees called off their three-day strike following an agreement with the government on 11 percent fitment, bringing relief to commuters and restoring normal transport operations statewide.

The TGSRTC strike has been withdrawn following successful talks with the State government, with 100 per cent bus services resuming from the first shift on Saturday. The move brings relief to commuters affected by disrupted transport services across Telangana

The TGSRTC employees’ strike ended after nearly 15 hours of talks with the Telangana government. With key issues addressed, bus services will resume from Saturday, bringing relief to lakhs of commuters affected by disruptions across Hyderabad and the State

Talks between the TGSRTC JAC and the State government concluded successfully after the government agreed to implement 10 percent PRC, merge RTC with the government, and conduct union elections.

Rajasthan Royals will look to settle scores when they host Sunrisers Hyderabad in a crucial IPL clash at Jaipur. RR, in good form this season, aim to avenge their earlier defeat as both teams chase important points

Titans and YMCA Secunderabad entered the final of the BM John Vinayasager Basketball Tournament after narrow semifinal wins. Titans staged a 70-69 comeback against GHMC Sanathnagar, while YMCA Secunderabad defeated Nizam Basketball Academy 70-66 in a close contest

The NGRI has submitted a detailed survey report on the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel to Irrigation Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy. The report highlights stress zones, seepage patterns, and factors behind the February 2025 roof collapse.

Talks between the TGSRTC JAC and the Telangana government continued late into Friday over the ongoing strike. While the government has reportedly agreed to 29 of 32 demands, discussions are still on key issues including RTC merger, PRC implementation and union elections

JNTU-Hyderabad will conduct surprise inspections at affiliated colleges following complaints that institutions dismissed teaching and non-teaching staff after routine affiliation checks. The university emphasised its responsibility to monitor both autonomous and non-autonomous colleges to ensure quality education.

Industry associations in Hyderabad have urged the government to allow a six-month transition period for the implementation of the Hyderabad Industrial Lands Transformation (HILT) policy. They stressed that no additional charges should be levied for shifting utilities like electricity and water.

The Federation of Telangana Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FTCCI) has announced its Annual Excellence Awards 2026, inviting entries across 21 categories spanning industry, innovation, and entrepreneurship.

A 63-year-old woman was allegedly murdered by her husband Narasimha in Anjaiah Nagar, Jagadgirigutta, Hyderabad. Police say the accused attacked her with a stick inside their home when no other family members were present.

The GHMC has introduced a QR code-based grievance redressal system across public spaces in six city zones. With 840 QR codes installed in malls, theatres, and function halls, citizens can now directly report issues and provide feedback to authorities.

The Telangana government has reshuffled seven IPS officers, appointing B. Sumathi as the new Malkajgiri Police Commissioner and Tarun Joshi as the Commissioner of Cyberabad.

The RTC strike in Telangana entered its third day, paralysing public transport and leaving lakhs of commuters stranded across Hyderabad and other districts. Protests erupted at multiple depots, with workers alleging government apathy towards their demands.