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The Telangana government has secured a refinancing facility of up to Rs 13,600 crore from IRFC for the Hyderabad Metro Rail project. The move is expected to reduce finance costs, improve financial stability and support future expansion of the metro network

BRS leader T Harish Rao urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to reduce VAT on petrol and diesel, alleging that rising fuel prices were burdening people. He claimed the Telangana government was earning higher revenues through increased fuel taxes while people struggled with inflation

A software engineer was arrested by Abid Road police for allegedly attacking a home guard during vehicle checking at the General Post Office crossroads in Hyderabad. Police said the accused picked up an argument before allegedly assaulting the home guard.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan criticised the Congress government, alleging it was functioning reactively under pressure from BRS president K Chandrashekhar Rao. He claimed the government acted only after BRS protests and accused it of lacking administrative seriousness and proactive governance

Tension prevailed at Koheda village in Rangareddy district after farmers opposed the government’s attempt to acquire land for a fruit market and government offices. Farmers prevented officials from entering the fields and demanded fair compensation while questioning cancellation of earlier land allotments

Contract workers in Telangana government hospitals staged a protest in Hyderabad, alleging wage discrepancies, PF and ESI irregularities, and poor working conditions. They demanded a minimum wage of Rs 26,000, abolition of the agency system, and improved workplace facilities and safety gear.

Fuel prices in Hyderabad increased again on Monday following the fourth hike in petrol and diesel rates across the country. Petrol is now priced at Rs 115.62 per litre, while diesel costs Rs 103.76 per litre in the city

Doctors at KIMS Hospitals in Hyderabad successfully treated a 26-year-old woman with rare liver failure caused by Weber-Christian disease without a transplant. Advanced immunotherapy and critical care helped her recover fully, and she has now resumed a normal life.

Unidentified burglars stole a collection box from Sri Lakshmi Ganapati Temple in Vaishnavi Nagar, Suraram, on Sunday night. The box was later broken open in a nearby forest area in Gajularamaram, and the cash was taken. Police have launched an investigation.

ACB officials arrested a record assistant in Ameerpet for allegedly accepting a Rs 20,000 bribe to process retirement benefits of a complainant’s mother. The accused was caught red-handed and later produced before the Special Judge for ACB cases in Nampally.

The BRS plans to intensify its agitation against the Congress government over alleged delays in implementing promises made to students and unemployed youth. The party will hold a key meeting and a “Chalo Saroornagar” public event to highlight pending assurances.

Tension prevailed at the Ibrahimpatnam police station after a transport driver was allegedly assaulted by gau rakshaks while transporting cattle. AIMIM leader Samad Bin Abdat accused police of denying medical treatment to the injured driver. Senior officials have ordered an inquiry into the incident.

The upcoming musical fantasy Sing Geetham, directed by legendary filmmaker Singeetham Srinivasa Rao and produced by Nag Ashwin, has officially introduced lead actors Ayaan as Prathap and Ahilya Bamroo as Gauri

Telangana DGP CV Anand conducted a three-hour inspection of the DGP Office and directed officials to improve cleanliness, repaint office infrastructure and streamline file management. Plans to redesign conference and training halls for better space utilisation were also discussed during the visit.

The University of Hyderabad signed an MoU with INFORM, a newly established Section 8 company, to promote interdisciplinary research and innovation in climate resilience and sustainable development. The partnership aims to transform academic research into scalable solutions and policy-driven initiatives.

Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced reimagines the 2013 classic with upgraded visuals, refined gameplay and expanded exploration. Previewed in Pune, the remake introduces modern stealth mechanics, richer open-world activities and major contributions from Ubisoft’s Indian development teams.

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Junior doctors at Gandhi Hospital staged protests after alleged assaults on postgraduate doctors by a patient’s relatives. Medical associations demanded stronger legal protection for healthcare workers, enhanced hospital security measures and immediate enactment of the Telangana Medical Professionals Protection, Safety and Welfare Act.

The Telangana government has launched a 10-day special drive to accelerate paddy procurement amid criticism over delays, pending payments and distress sales. Officials are under pressure to procure an additional 20-25 lakh metric tonnes during the ongoing Yasangi procurement season.

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GHMC Commissioner and Principal Census Officer R V Karnan inspected Census-2027 house-listing and enumeration activities in Tukkuguda and directed officials to ensure accurate data collection and timely completion of work. June 9 has been fixed as the deadline for self-enumeration and house-listing activities.

Demand for sheep and goats has surged in Hyderabad ahead of Eid-ul-Adha, with traders bringing livestock from multiple States. Rising fuel costs have increased prices, while temporary cattle markets across the city are witnessing heavy crowds preparing for the three-day festival.

An 85-year-old Amberpet resident who went missing after leaving home for evening prayers was traced by the Chilkalguda police in Secunderabad. With help from local auto drivers, police identified the elderly man and reunited him with his family at the station.

One person died and another suffered serious injuries after a DCM vehicle rammed into a stationary container truck on the Outer Ring Road near Shamirpet on Monday. Rescue teams conducted an operation to free a trapped victim, while police launched an investigation.