Hyderabad

With the TGSRTC strike ending, the temporary rise in auto-rickshaw drivers’ earnings in Hyderabad has declined as bus services resumed. Autos had seen high demand during the strike, but normalcy is expected to bring fares and demand back down.

Telangana Youth and Sports Minister Vakiti Srihari said sports development requires joint efforts from governments and stakeholders. Speaking at the Chintan Shivir in Srinagar, he highlighted Telangana’s initiatives and stressed building a strong sporting ecosystem

The GHMC, in partnership with the College of Veterinary Science, Rajendranagar, organised a pet adoption drive on World Veterinary Day. Focused on Indie puppies, the initiative aimed to encourage responsible pet ownership, rehabilitate street dogs, and strengthen rabies prevention measures.

Sourav Kothari overcame a tough challenge to win his opening match in the IBSF World Billiards Championship, while Pankaj Advani and other Indian players registered dominant victories on the opening day of the tournament

OK Sporting FC defeated Susai FC 3-2 in the TFA C-Division football league championship at Gymkhana Ground. Donald scored twice while Austin added one goal, while Prabhunandhan and Alex Jesu scored for Susai FC

YMCA Secunderabad defeated Titans 90-69 in the final of the BM John Vinayasager basketball tournament after leading 38-36 at half-time. Strong defence and key performances from Nathan, Samuel and Rakesh helped seal a comfortable win

A charcoal art exhibition titled ‘Charcoal Stories’ by young artist Ricky Tej from Nagarkurnool was inaugurated at Lamakaan by B Narsing Rao. The exhibition highlights realistic drawings and mythological themes and will remain open till April 26.

Cyberabad Commissioner G Srijana reviewed flyover works at IIIT and Khajaguda junctions under the H-CITI project. She directed officials to expedite construction, ensure monsoon preparedness, and complete the projects by March 2027 with strict quality and timeline adherence.

Cyberabad SHE Teams conducted 122 decoy operations and caught 32 persons for indecent acts between April 18 and 24. Police also received 31 complaints, rescued a trafficking victim, arrested two accused, and reunited 40 couples through counselling.

The Telangana unit of Builders Association of India urged Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy to clear pending bills of Rs.10,000 crore. The association highlighted financial distress, sought a meeting, and stressed the sector’s role in employment and economic growth.

Cyberabad Police registered 91 drug cases and arrested 209 people between January and March. In the crackdown, drugs worth Rs 2.29 crore were seized, including marijuana, MDMA, hashish oil, opium, heroin, and LSD from both synthetic and conventional networks.

University of Hyderabad PhD scholar Anjana M Nair has been awarded the Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowship 2026–27. She will pursue research on ancient Indian legal and literary traditions at the University of Texas at Austin.

Balanagar Prohibition and Excise officials arrested two individuals for allegedly possessing and attempting to sell 340 grams of ganja. The accused, both from Andhra Pradesh, have been booked under the NDPS Act, and an investigation is ongoing.

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Cybercrime police of Malkajgiri commissionerate arrested five persons involved in investment, digital and loan fraud cases over the past week. They also facilitated the refund of Rs. 21.60 lakh to victims of cyber frauds.

LV Prasad Eye Institute in Hyderabad has inaugurated the Eye and Brain Centre with support from D. E. Shaw India. The facility will focus on neuro-ophthalmology research, AI-driven diagnostics, training, and integrated care for complex eye–brain disorders.

Self-enumeration for the 2027 Census will begin on April 26 in Hyderabad’s CURE area. Residents can submit details online through a digital portal until May 10. The process introduces a 33-question survey followed by physical verification from May 11.

Hyderabad police arrested two men for allegedly stabbing an AC technician to death near a wine shop in Padmaraonagar. The incident followed a dispute after alcohol consumption. Police seized a knife and scooter and remanded the accused to custody.

Hyderabad police arrested three individuals for allegedly possessing and selling hashish oil, seizing 185 grams during a joint operation. The accused reportedly sourced the contraband from Araku and supplied it within the city before being caught in a trap.

HCLTech has launched a dedicated Gemini Enterprise Business Unit to accelerate AI adoption using Google Gemini. The initiative aims to help enterprises automate processes, improve efficiency, and leverage industry-specific AI solutions through its partnership with Google Cloud.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy flagged off Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 flight hardware, marking a key milestone in India’s private space journey. The rocket, designed in Hyderabad, will be launched from Sriharikota, strengthening Telangana’s position in the aerospace sector.

Sankara Eye Hospital in Hyderabad organised a CSSD-focused workshop highlighting the importance of sterilisation in preventing infections. Healthcare experts discussed best practices, global standards, and patient safety, especially in ophthalmology, where contamination risks can lead to serious complications.

A three-day strike by TGSRTC workers caused an estimated Rs 35 crore loss, severely disrupting bus services across Telangana. Commuters faced hardship as services halted, while the corporation now focuses on restoring operations and regaining passenger confidence.

Osmania University removed 300 kg of plastic waste from the lakebed at its Landscape Garden during the third phase of a deep-cleaning drive. The initiative covered the entire wetland area, with GHMC set to handle recycling and disposal.