Hyderabad

The makers of Ram Charan’s 'Peddi' have postponed the film’s release to June to allow more time for post-production. The team said the delay will help deliver a better theatrical experience for audiences with improved technical quality

Rajamouli and Prabhas have welcomed the selection of 'Baahubali: The Eternal War' for the Annecy Film Festival 2026. The animation film will be showcased in the Work in Progress segment, highlighting its creative journey on a global platform

Students at Osmania University protested against delays in scholarships and fee reimbursement dues, citing financial hardship. ABVP activists joined the agitation, warning of larger protests if the government fails to release pending funds and fill faculty vacancies soon.

Civil Supplies officials and police seized 35 tonnes of PDS rice near Shamirpet and arrested two persons. The rice, meant for public distribution, was being illegally diverted to Madhya Pradesh. Authorities are investigating the larger smuggling network involved.

Hyderabad is witnessing a rise in gastroenteritis and other water-borne diseases amid intense summer heat. Hospitals report increased admissions, with a localised outbreak in Secunderabad linked to sewage contamination. Officials urge precautions like boiling water and maintaining hygiene.

Former Minister S Niranjan Reddy accused the Congress government of neglecting irrigation projects in the Palamuru region and warned of protests. He demanded immediate action to complete pending works and ensure water supply during the monsoon

IKP Knowledge Park has launched IKP ARK, a 12-month accelerator programme offering up to Rs 2 crore in funding and services to science startups. The initiative aims to help MedTech and HealthTech ventures move from lab stage to market efficiently.

A dispute between two senior officials in Hyderabad’s Banjara Hills, allegedly over a pet dog, escalated into a public disturbance. Police have registered a case and are investigating allegations of aggressive behaviour, property damage, and abusive language.

A major Rs 459-crore infrastructure project at Hyderabad’s IIIT-H junction will add three flyovers and one underpass to ease heavy traffic. The project aims to create signal-free movement and improve connectivity, with completion targeted by 2028.

Sambhuti Learning organised a workshop in Hanamkonda on the role of AI in education. Over 80 school leaders attended, with sessions focusing on AI tools, leadership strategies, and improving learning outcomes in K12 schools

Jeh Aerospace has signed a long-term agreement with Liebherr-Aerospace to manufacture high-precision landing gear components from its Hyderabad facility. The deal integrates the company into a global aerospace supply chain serving single-aisle commercial aircraft programmes.

A book titled ‘Save Soil: 100 Days That Moved The World’, compiled by Radhe Jaggi, was launched in Hyderabad. It documents Sadhguru’s global journey to raise awareness on soil degradation and highlights experiences from the movement

East Coast Railway has awarded a Rs 2.12 crore contract to MIC Electronics Limited for installing advanced coach and train information boards across key stations in Sambalpur Division, aiming to improve passenger information systems and enhance travel experience

Hyderabad is witnessing intense heat due to clear skies, direct solar radiation and lack of green cover. Glass buildings in Hitec City are worsening conditions by reflecting heat, making ground temperatures significantly higher than official readings, especially in urban zones.

A woman in Hyderabad alleged that a quick-commerce platform delivered spoiled fish in Mehdipatnam. Police have registered a case and are investigating possible lapses in quality checks and delivery procedures, raising concerns over food safety in online orders.

The Permanent Mission of India held an event at the United Nations to mark Dr B R Ambedkar’s birth anniversary, highlighting his vision of constitutional morality and its relevance to multilateralism, with speakers stressing his global and constitutional contributions

Christian leaders and minority representatives in Hyderabad expressed concern over the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026, alleging constitutional issues and lack of judicial oversight. They urged the Telangana government to reject the proposed changes and protect minority institutions.

BRS working president K. T. Rama Rao alleged a conspiracy to reduce southern states’ representation in Parliament through delimitation. He warned of a people’s movement led by K. Chandrashekar Rao and also criticised the Telangana Congress government.

The Martial Arts Book of World Records, a wing of the Shreyanavi Charitable Foundation, has received international recognition from global bodies. The organisation aims to standardise and promote martial arts achievements through structured evaluation and global certification systems.

BRS has decided to support the Women’s Reservation Bill in Parliament while opposing any delimitation exercise that reduces southern states’ representation. The party will study the Bill before finalising its stand on constituency restructuring proposals.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao blamed Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy for the death of a student at a Kamareddy BC Girls’ Hostel, seeking Rs 25 lakh compensation and a probe, alleging negligence in Gurukul institutions.

Hyderabad police have busted a job scam in which a group cheated unemployed youth by promising overseas employment and collected nearly Rs 60 lakh. Two persons were arrested, while efforts are underway to trace other accused in the case.

BRS leader K T Rama Rao cautioned the Centre against reducing southern states’ representation in Parliament during delimitation. He said such a move would undermine democratic values and could trigger a mass movement across South India.

A man allegedly murdered his elder brother in Hyderabad’s Chaderghat area following a heated family dispute. The accused, Shaptaan Hussain, reportedly used sharp weapons. Police detained him, launched an investigation, and are probing the motive behind the fatal altercation