Hyderabad

Tension gripped Moula Ali Kaman in Malkajgiri on Wednesday night after some youth allegedly tore down a poster of slain Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Authorities have since deployed a police picket at the site to prevent further disturbances.

A major train accident was averted when authorities noticed that a wheel of the train was broken and halted the train

FDDI has launched new undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across footwear design, fashion design, leather goods and retail management schools. Admissions will be conducted through the All India Selection Test (AIST) scheduled for May 10

BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched a one lakh signature campaign in Secunderabad Cantonment seeking excision of civilian areas and their merger with GHMC. The drive has already collected over 85,000 signatures, drawing widespread support from residents across colonies and slums

Miyapur police arrested three persons and seized 12.6 grams of MDMA, four mobile phones and a Volkswagen car. The accused had allegedly purchased the drug from Bengaluru for consumption and sale. A case was registered under the NDPS Act

Airlines have begun resuming limited operations from Dubai and other Gulf cities after five days of disruption triggered by regional tensions. While some repatriation flights have restarted, major carriers and airports continue to face restrictions and suspended services.

Telangana SSC 2026 hall tickets are available online from March 5 and via WhatsApp. Over 5.28 lakh students will appear for exams from March 14 to April 16 across 2,676 centres. A 24/7 helpline is available.

GHMC Commissioner RV Karnan directed 100% collection of e-waste and bio-medical waste across Hyderabad, warning of strict action for violations. Special collection centres, ward-level drives, and retailer cooperation aim to strengthen scientific waste management under the 99-Day Action Plan.

The Telangana Education Commission has recommended the State government to scrap the fee reimbursement scheme for private colleges that underperform for more than two years. Student bodies have opposed the move, warning it could affect lakhs of students from economically weaker sections

Doctors at MNJ Institute of Oncology have protested the appointment of Dr Sadashivudu from NIMS as in-charge Director. The Telangana Government Doctors Association expressed dissatisfaction, stating senior faculty were overlooked and urging the government to resolve the issue promptly.

Property owners on Rajiv Rahadari urged the State government to limit the SCB elevated corridor road width to 100 ft instead of 200 ft. Promissory bonds used for land acquisition consent have further sparked concern among affected residents.

A 33-year-old software engineer from Vijayawada was found dead inside his car near Exit 11 at Pedda Amberpet on the Outer Ring Road on Tuesday evening. Abdullapurmet police registered a case and are investigating the cause of death

A sacred Venkateswara Padam formation appeared on a teak log while it was being processed at a timber depot in Bowenpally, Secunderabad. Staff described the occurrence as spiritually significant. The log has been kept on display at the premises.

A dairy unit owner was arrested in Masab Tank for allegedly manufacturing and selling adulterated ghee by mixing palm oil and vanaspati with cream. Officials seized goods worth Rs 18.26 lakh during a joint Task Force operation.

Residents of Kalyan Nagar in Erragadda have expressed anger over a six-month delay in GHMC road works. Locals say unfinished cement-concrete roads have caused dust, debris and safety hazards, while officials claim the project is being executed in phases.

Telangana’s real estate sector, especially in Hyderabad, has faced a prolonged slowdown over the past two years. Industry stakeholders cite policy uncertainty, administrative decisions and global headwinds as key reasons behind declining housing sales, new launches and office space demand.

Ex-TASA Shakti, a multi-agency security dialogue, was held at Secunderabad Military Station to enhance coordination between armed forces, police, railways, and civil administrations. Officials discussed emerging security threats and disaster management strategies to strengthen inter-agency collaboration.

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has launched a One-Time Settlement scheme offering up to 30% rebate on accumulated interest for pending property tax dues. The scheme, valid till March 31, 2026, requires full payment of principal arrears to avail benefits.

Hyderabad Police and H-NEW arrested two foreign nationals and seized 150 grams of MDMA worth Rs 25 lakh under Rajendra Nagar limits. The accused allegedly sourced drugs online and used dead-drop methods for distribution in Hyderabad and Bengaluru.

A 40-year study in the Western Ghats has warned that lion-tailed macaques living in private forest fragments face rising extinction risks despite increasing numbers. Researchers say infrastructure growth, habitat fragmentation and human disturbance threaten the long-term survival of the species.

A major fire destroyed around 50 roadside furniture shops in Bachupally on Tuesday night, causing losses of nearly Rs 1 crore. While no casualties were reported, dozens of small traders suffered heavy losses and sought government compensation to restart their businesses

KT Rama Rao distributed financial aid cheques to 16 MBBS students in Hyderabad, supported by Bandari Lakshma Reddy and the BLR Charitable Trust, helping underprivileged students continue medical education

Dalit activists in Velur village protested against R&B officials for demolishing a platform meant for a B R Ambedkar statue. Activists rebuilt the platform amid police presence, asserting their constitutional rights

The election of chairpersons and deputy chairpersons in three Telangana municipalities, Kyathanapally, Khanapur and Ibrahimpatnam, remains unresolved despite completion in 120 other urban local bodies. The High Court has directed the State to conclude the process in Ibrahimpatnam within three weeks.