Hyderabad

In a large-scale anti-encroachment drive, the Telangana government’s Hyderabad Disaster Response and Asset Protection Agency (HYDRAA) reclaimed 861 acres of government land valued at Rs 15,000 crore in Sangareddy district.

Telangana Football Association will conduct a D-License coaching course from April 13 to 17 at SkyKings Academy, Bowenpally. A total of 24 candidates will participate in the programme, which will be led by instructor Mihir Thakkar and assistant instructor Zakeer Hussain

Sreenidi Deccan FC will aim to climb to second place when they face Rajasthan United FC in Round 8 of the Indian Football League 2025–26. The team, currently fourth, is coming off a draw, while Rajasthan enter with a win

Royal Challengers Bengaluru batting coach Dinesh Karthik praised the team’s resilience after their defeat to Rajasthan Royals, saying IPL is a long tournament. He lauded Rajat Patidar, Krunal Pandya and others for their performances and character under pressure

Yavuputra Tigers edged Elegans Eagles 6-5 in a closely fought FNCC-Pullela Gopi Chand Badminton League match in Hyderabad. Both sides shared wins across singles, doubles and mixed doubles before Yavuputra Tigers clinched the narrow victory on Saturday

Four players, including Jathin Reddy and Suraj Reddy, shared the lead in the juniors category of the 239th Brilliant Trophy chess tournament in Hyderabad. In the open category, seven players are jointly leading after three rounds of competition

Telangana rowers finished runner-up in the Under-15 category of the inaugural All India indoor rowing championship in Cuttack. The team won two gold, three silver and two bronze medals, finishing second in the overall medals tally in the event

A commotion broke out during Jyothirao Phule’s birth anniversary celebrations at Ravindra Bharathi in Hyderabad after leaders left the venue. Members of BC organisations clashed over the presentation of mementoes, protocol, and expenditure arrangements.

A Hyderabad-based advocate died after a gas tanker overturned onto his BMW near Keesara Toll Gate in Andhra Pradesh. The accident, reportedly caused by brake failure, led to a two-hour rescue operation and severe traffic disruption in the area.

Decades-old roadside trees in Madinaguda under Cyberabad Municipal Corporation limits were heavily trimmed, sparking concern among residents over loss of greenery. Authorities said the joint TGSPDCL and CMC drive aimed to prevent electrical hazards caused by trees near live wires.

Yashoda Hospitals and NIEPID organised the National Autism Stakeholders Summit 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together over 500 experts, policymakers, and families. The event focused on autism awareness, care, and policy reforms, alongside the inauguration of a Child Development Centre.

The Hyderabad Kirana Merchants’ Association, along with Telangana Police, H-FAST team and FSSAI, will hold a public awareness meeting on food safety and compliance at Begum Bazar on Monday. Senior police officials and FSSAI representatives will guide traders, aiming to strengthen safe food practices and regulatory awareness in the city’s key commercial hub.

Keesara police have busted a six-member dacoity gang that used a social networking app to befriend victims, lure them to isolated locations along the Outer Ring Road, and rob them. In one case reported on April 6, a man was assaulted near Bacharam. Police arrested six accused and are searching for an absconding associate.

Pahadishareef police busted a PDS rice smuggling racket and arrested one person during a vehicle check near Jama Masjid. Officials seized 800 kg of subsidised rice allegedly being diverted from ration card holders for illegal resale in the market.

Task Force and local police busted an illegal e-cigarette racket in Nampally and arrested three persons. Officials seized 999 banned e-cigarettes worth Rs 34.03 lakh. The accused allegedly used WhatsApp and Telegram groups to sell vapes sourced from Delhi.

Pahadishareef police busted an illegal liquor sale racket and arrested one person during a raid on a provision store. Officials seized 47 bottles of liquor, alleging that the accused was selling them at higher prices for unlawful profit.

Renowned dance guru Swathi Somanath will stage her Kuchipudi dance drama ‘Vatsayana Kamasutra Arthanariswaram’ at Ravindra Bharathi on April 13. The experimental ballet, performed by her disciples, revisits a production she originally choreographed over two decades ago.

A HYDRAA demolition drive in Sangareddy left several families homeless, with residents alleging lack of prior warning. Officials maintained notices were served to the owner. The sudden action triggered panic, with tenants scrambling to save belongings and find shelter.

CBIT organised the Mechanical and Production Engineering Alumni Meet 2026 in Hyderabad, bringing together alumni, faculty and students. The event focused on industry insights, career guidance and strengthening alumni connections through interactive sessions and knowledge sharing.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has warned citizens about a water bill fraud where scammers send fake APK files to gain access to mobile phones and banking data. Residents are urged not to download apps from unknown sources or links.

IIIT Hyderabad hosted the Learning & Longevity Symposium 2026, bringing together experts from neuroscience, AI, medicine and design. The event explored learning as a key intervention for healthy ageing, emphasising interdisciplinary collaboration to improve quality of life in later years.

Cyberabad Municipal Corporation removed over 50 footpath encroachments in Manikonda and nearby areas during a special drive conducted with police support. The civic body also carried out a sanitation drive in Narsingi Circle, lifting large quantities of garbage and waste.

The Train Travellers Association has urged South Central Railway to roll back the shift of Tungabhadra Express’ terminal from Secunderabad to Kacheguda, saying the move has inconvenienced commuters from city suburbs and increased travel time and expenses.

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