Hyderabad

Arjun Pradipak, son of legendary sailor C S Pradipak, mentors young sailing talent including Shringhari Roy, and is working toward establishing a full-fledged sailing academy in Hyderabad

After a three-day disruption caused by technical glitches in its data center, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board (HMWSSB) has resumed all its online services, including tanker bookings and billing.

Hyderabad racers Rahil Pillarisetty and Mohammed Zubair delivered strong performances at the Indian National Motorcycle Racing Championship in Coimbatore, with multiple podium finishes and a lead in the championship standings

In the aftermath of a deadly explosion at a Sigachi Industries plant in Hyderabad that killed 54 people, NGO Scientists for People has escalated its advocacy by writing to key government officials in Gujarat and the Union Government.

A man identified as Abdul Talha from Shaheen Nagar suffered critical head injuries after allegedly jumping from a police vehicle in Attapur, Hyderabad, on Saturday night.

BITS Pilani Hyderabad held its 12th convocation on Sunday, conferring over 1,200 degrees. Top academic honours were awarded, and Prof Ajay Kumar Sood called on graduates to harness interdisciplinary skills and technology for national development

As part of its green initiatives, the Nehru Zoological Park will soon launch an EV train that will join the popular toy train, which has been taking visitors, particularly the children, on joy rides for nearly 60 years.

Siva Sivani Degree College hosted its 2025 convocation, celebrating the graduation of over 700 students from the 2022–2025 batch. Speakers urged students to pursue lifelong learning and contribute to building a progressive, inclusive India

The Telangana Cyber Security Bureau arrested 228 cybercrime accused, including 27 women, over seven months in a nationwide crackdown. Offences ranged from job fraud to child abuse, leading to a 13 per cent drop in Telangana’s cybercrime rate this year

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao criticised Rahul Gandhi for calling India's electoral system "dead" while the Congress in Telangana shelters defected BRS MLAs. He dared the party to uphold constitutional values by making the MLAs resign and face elections.

Six IT employees were arrested during a drug bust at a farmhouse in Shankarpally. Excise officials seized hashish, LSD, liquor, and vehicles. Two suspects, including the farmhouse owner, are absconding. An investigation into the drug supply chain is underway.

Rachakonda police arrested four individuals for running an interstate horse betting racket via WhatsApp. ₹2 lakh was seized and Rs 2.47 lakh frozen in a bank account. The racket involved Rs 8.34 crore in transactions, with two accused still absconding.

Cyberabad police booked 527 individuals for drunk driving during a special drive. KPHB, Shamshabad, and Miyapur reported the highest violations. Twenty-four offenders recorded BAC levels over 300 mg/100 ml. Legal action and penalties have been initiated.

BRS leader KT Rama Rao helped rescue a 28-year-old Telangana woman who was abused and locked up in Oman while working as domestic help. His swift action led to her safe return, and she later tied a rakhi to him

Six IT professionals were arrested for alleged drug use during a birthday party at a Chevella farmhouse near Hyderabad. The Excise Department seized LSD, hashish, liquor, and cars during the raid. Two suspects, including the farmhouse owner, are absconding

BRS leader K.T. Rama Rao accused the Congress government of 20 months of corrupt rule and urged cadres to campaign seriously for the Jubilee Hills bypoll. He alleged Congress-BJP collusion and highlighted BRS-era welfare schemes under former CM KCR.

Metro works for the MGBS–Chandrayangutta corridor in Hyderabad’s Old City have advanced, with the number of affected properties reduced from 1,100 to 900. HAML is conducting night work, and geotechnical testing is set to begin for pillar and station foundations.

The ABRSM hosted “Saluting Our Heroes – Operation Sindoor” in Hyderabad, paying tribute to India’s armed forces and commemorating the May 2025 counter-terror operation. The event featured dignitaries, cultural tributes, and the launch of a patriotic theme song.

FSSAI has made it mandatory for all food businesses across India to display their QR code-linked license at visible spots. The move aims to empower consumers and improve food safety surveillance through the Food Safety Connect app.

VNRVJIET Hyderabad will host ICACECS 2025 from August 6 to 8, focusing on the latest advancements in computer engineering and communication systems. The conference brings together global scientists, researchers, and academic leaders and is backed by four academic partners.

Balapur police raided a brothel in Shaheen Nagar and arrested the organiser and two customers. Five women were rescued and moved to a rehabilitation home. The operation was conducted based on a tip-off by a team led by Inspector M. Sudhakar.

The Election Commission of India has invited a BRS delegation led by K.T. Rama Rao for an all-party meeting on August 5. The discussions will focus on electoral reforms, the Model Code of Conduct, and pending representations from political parties.

Telangana DGP, Dr. Jitender, along with Director General of Prisons Dr. Soumya Mishra participated in the closing ceremony of the three-day second Telangana Police Duty Meet held at PTC Mamnoor by Warangal Police Commissionerate

Gagan Narang and Anju Bobby George emphasized the importance of Policy, Programme, and Performance in Telangana’s new sports policy, advocating for grassroots development, infrastructure, and specialized coaching to nurture talent