Hyderabad

Telangana dominated the opening day of the South Zone Pickleball Championship 2026 in Hyderabad, winning 21 medals including five golds. The hosts topped the tally ahead of Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka, with competitions held across multiple age categories

Cyberabad police arrested a 22-year-old Vijayawada resident in Madhapur for possession and sale of MDMA and cannabis. The raid led to the seizure of narcotics, mobile phones, and weighing machines, while two suppliers remain absconding.

Two auto‑rickshaw drivers were killed and another injured when a GHMC tipper lorry hit them while they were attempting to tow a broken‑down vehicle at Mandamallamma crossroads in Meerpet late Saturday night. In a separate accident at Gachibowli on Sunday morning, a pillion rider died and two others were injured after a motorbike rammed into a cyclist and crashed into a roadside wall.

Abhimaan Deshpande won the juniors category and P. Karyasheel clinched the open title at the 241st Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. The event saw strong performances across age groups, with category winners recognised in boys, girls, and special awards

DraperU India organised its Summer Carnival 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together entrepreneurs, students, investors, and ecosystem leaders for a day of networking and innovation.

BRS Legislature Party deputy leader Talasani Srinivas Yadav criticised the Congress government over civic issues in Hyderabad, questioning its ability to execute the proposed Bharat Future City project. He also urged party cadre to strengthen grassroots activities and prepare for the GHMC elections

Members of the Cockroach Janata Party and other organisations staged a protest demanding Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan’s resignation over alleged exam irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk called for accountability and systemic reforms to strengthen India’s education and examination framework.

Recent spells of rain have exposed deficiencies in Hyderabad’s monsoon preparedness, prompting intervention by senior police and HYDRAA officials. Civic bodies cite resource limitations and delayed infrastructure works as waterlogging, traffic congestion and rain-related fatalities continue to affect residents.

The Sri Konda Laxman Telangana Horticultural University has released a crop contingency plan to help farmers manage the effects of El Niño. The advisory recommends drought-resilient varieties, efficient water-management practices and preventive measures against pest and disease outbreaks.

Four young women interested in public policy and politics met BRS working president KT Rama Rao at Telangana Bhavan. The students sought firsthand exposure to governance and leadership, while Rama Rao assured guidance and encouraged greater participation of women in politics

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised the Congress government in Telangana, calling its tenure a flop show and accusing it of failing to fulfil electoral promises. He alleged misgovernance, political vendetta and neglect of welfare commitments while expressing confidence in the BRS resurgence

Government Advisor Mohd Shabbir Ali dismissed a viral audio clip as fake, doctored and politically motivated. Responding to a TPCC Disciplinary Committee notice, he denied making derogatory remarks and announced legal action against those responsible for circulating the clip

Healthcare experts, innovators and industry leaders from across India attended the sixth Healthcare Summit in Hyderabad, discussing innovation, compassionate care and outcome-driven healthcare. The event focused on improving healthcare delivery, prevention strategies and patient-centric solutions for the future.

Heavy thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds affected several parts of Greater Hyderabad overnight. Kondapur recorded the highest rainfall at 112.3 mm, while the IMD has forecast continued rain, thunderstorms and lightning across Telangana until June 18.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi will launch the party’s Uttar Pradesh Assembly election campaign from Bahraich, confirming its participation in the 2027 polls. The party is considering contesting around 200 seats while keeping alliance possibilities open ahead of the election.

Facing fiscal constraints and slowing growth in traditional revenue sources, the Telangana government is intensifying land monetisation, land pooling and urban development initiatives. Authorities are identifying additional land parcels for auction and prioritising projects such as HILT to mobilise resources

The BRS has demanded an inquiry into the status of eight acres of land in Bowenpally-Cantonment, alleging encroachment by private entities. The party claimed the land was earmarked for 6,000 Indiramma houses and sought a transparent investigation into ownership and records

The Malkajgiri traffic police booked 124 motorists during a drunk-driving enforcement drive. Among those caught were two-wheeler, three-wheeler and four-wheeler drivers, while three offenders recorded blood alcohol concentration levels exceeding 300 mg/100 ml.

Actors Vijay Deverakonda and Rashmika Mandanna have launched an education initiative to support Class 9–10 students in Telangana’s Achampet Mandal, covering fees and study materials through the Deverakonda Foundation to reduce school dropouts and promote education

Following four electrocution deaths, TGSPDCL has launched a special maintenance and safety drive across its network. The utility has deployed emergency teams, modern equipment and tree-trimming operations to ensure uninterrupted power supply and improve public safety during the monsoon.

Protesters led by the Cockroach Janta Party gathered at Dharna Chowk demanding the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan over alleged NEET paper leak issues and CBSE marking irregularities. Activist Sonam Wangchuk is expected to address the gathering

A government employee from Hyderabad’s Sanathnagar lost Rs 2.22 crore in a cyber fraud after investing through a fake online platform advertised on social media. Fraudsters displayed fictitious profits and later demanded additional payments before the victim approached police.

A Hyderabad court returned a private complaint against AICC in-charge Meenakshi Natarajan, citing jurisdictional limitations and directing the petitioner to approach the appropriate forum. The BJP said the decision was procedural and did not amount to dismissal of the case.

Floodwater inflows have entered Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar reservoirs following rainfall in upstream areas. HMWSSB officials are monitoring levels closely and have alerted departments and residents in downstream regions, with authorities prepared to take emergency measures if required.