Hyderabad

India’s men’s and women’s badminton teams will begin their Thomas and Uber Cup Finals 2026 campaigns in Denmark. The men face Canada first, while the women take on hosts Denmark, with a challenging group stage schedule ahead

Bandlaguda police arrested five juveniles involved in motorcycle thefts across Hyderabad and Karnataka. Three stolen bikes were recovered. The group allegedly operated as a gang and confessed during interrogation following a complaint lodged at the police station.

Following a RTC driver’s suicide attempt in Warangal, the JAC blamed the Telangana government and RTC management, alleging neglect of employee demands. It announced a multi-day protest plan and urged the Chief Minister’s intervention to resolve the ongoing strike.

BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the Congress government of attempting to privatise TGSRTC and ignoring workers’ demands. He urged immediate action on pending issues, criticised private electric buses, and asked RTC employees to continue their agitation

The TGSRTC strike has severely disrupted bus services across Telangana for the second day, affecting lakhs of commuters. With thousands of buses off the roads, the corporation is losing nearly Rs 15 crore daily while passengers face higher private transport costs.

Telangana teachers’ body TPUS has urged the State government to release the transfer schedule immediately after the ban was lifted. It called for a transparent, online counselling-based system and priority for health, family, and special-category cases.

ABVP activists staged a protest at the Telangana SBTET office, demanding promotion for diploma students allegedly detained due to technical glitches in results. The protest led to a scuffle with police, and several activists were detained.

Osmania University is exploring a cybersecurity education partnership with Macquarie University, KPMG India, and Austrade. The initiative aims to set up a Cyber Skills Academy and provide students with industry-aligned, job-ready training in digital trust and cybersecurity.

Humanscale has opened a 2,300 sq. ft. ergonomic experience centre in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills. The showroom showcases premium workplace solutions and will cater to corporate and retail clients, with expansion plans for other major Indian cities.

A symposium in Hyderabad highlighted the need for community-based mental health interventions for adolescents in urban slums. Experts emphasised life skills education and programmes like ANUMATI 2.0 to build resilience and address gaps in school-based support systems.

BRS leader P Sabitha Indra Reddy urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to order a high-level inquiry into alleged corruption in Badangpet Municipal Corporation, raising concerns over encroachments, misuse of funds, and irregularities in building permissions

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla urged universities to prioritise skill development, academic reforms, and employability. He stressed industry collaboration and full implementation of the National Education Policy during a meeting with Vice-Chancellors and higher education officials.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar urged banks to adopt strict measures to prevent mule accounts and cyber fraud. He proposed a twin-challenge framework, stronger KYC norms, and accountability mechanisms to improve customer safety and institutional integrity

An unidentified man was found dead under suspicious circumstances at an ATM centre in Hyderabad’s Vijayanagar Colony. Police shifted the body for postmortem and suspect a stroke, but are awaiting the report to confirm the exact cause of death

A video showing a policeman thrashing a youngster in Hyderabad’s Tolichowki area has sparked criticism. Police said the youth tried to flee after questioning. An enquiry has been ordered after the incident, which was widely shared on social media

Maize farmers in Telangana are facing distress due to delayed procurement, falling prices, and lack of infrastructure, leading to protests across districts as farmers demand more procurement centres, faster processes, and relief from mounting losses

BRS leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav questioned the Centre and State government for not ordering inquiries into irrigation project failures, including the SLBC tunnel collapse, and demanded probes by central agencies while criticising Congress for governance lapses

RCB captain Rajat Patidar said adaptability and clear thinking are key to the team’s strong start this season. He highlighted mental clarity, leadership approach, and team communication as crucial factors behind their consistent performances

Intense thunderstorms accompanied by gusty winds and hailstorms lashed Secunderabad on Thursday, halting traffic and disrupting normal life. Several areas witnessed severe weather, while the sudden downpour brought temporary relief from the ongoing summer heat across the region.

Six historic buildings across Hyderabad and Secunderabad, including Osmania University and CSI Wesley Church, have been awarded the INTACH Heritage Awards 2026 for their architectural and cultural significance, highlighting the city’s rich heritage and preservation efforts.

India leads global adoption of AI in healthcare, with 85 per cent of consumers consulting AI tools before doctors, according to a BCG study. The trend is driven by youth, though most users still prefer a hybrid doctor–AI model.

Vedakumar Manikonda marked Earth Day by planting saplings at Balaranya Nature Center in Pragnapur, urging collective responsibility towards environmental conservation and sustainable practices, while promoting tree plantation as a way to build a greener future.

The ongoing TGSRTC strike has increased reliance on auto-rickshaws in Hyderabad, boosting drivers’ incomes. However, commuters have raised concerns over alleged overcharging, as limited bus services have left passengers with few transport alternatives across key routes.

Delays in paddy procurement across Telangana have left farmers in distress, with only half the planned centres opened. Protests erupted in several districts as farmers feared distress sales amid unseasonal rain threats and limited procurement by authorities.