Hyderabad

In Hyderabad, rescue teams recovered four bodies from a Nampally furniture shop that caught fire on Saturday. Efforts continue to locate two more trapped persons in the cellar. Officials suspect asphyxiation amid large quantities of combustible materials

At least 12 people were injured after stray dogs attacked residents in Mudhole mandal centre on Sunday. Victims sought treatment in Bhainsa and Thanur due to medicine shortages, while locals urged authorities to curb recurring dog attacks immediately and effectively 

Fire broke out in a ladies hostel in Alwal on Saturday night. Ten inmates were rushed to hospital after they became breathless due to smoke

Rescue teams, including fire services and the NDRF, continued operations in Hyderabad to reach five people trapped in a building cellar after a major fire, as authorities consider demolishing the heavily damaged structure following expert inspection

In the doubles final, second-seeded Grigoriy Lomakin of Kazakhstan and Ishaque Eqbal of India defeated fourth-seeded Jeffrey Von Der Schulenburg of Switzerland and Vanshelboim Eric of Ukraine 6-2, 6-3 to clinch the honours

After finishing the third day at 166 for seven, Hyderabad still trailing by 127 runs in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group D match

BJP corporator from Champapet GHMC Division, Vanga Madhusudhan Reddy died on Saturday while undergoing treatment for an intestinal infection at a private hospital in Nanakramguda.

Wildlife displaced from Kancha Gachibowli forest adjoining the University of Hyderabad continues to suffer fatal attacks by stray dogs. On Saturday, two deer were killed near the MH-K hostel, highlighting the growing threat to animals after large-scale forest clearance.

A scrap-laden truck overturned after hitting a road median at Abdullapurmet on Hyderabad’s outskirts, causing a severe traffic jam on Saturday. Police and traffic staff quickly responded, moving the vehicle aside and restoring traffic.

A new model Rythu Bazar constructed at a cost of Rs 5 crore was inaugurated in Bharathi Nagar, Serilingampally GHMC Zone. With ample parking space, the bazar is expected to serve both farmers and consumers more efficiently.

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan Kumar alleged manipulation of Singareni coal mining tenders to benefit Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s relatives, and questioned the Congress government’s reluctance to order a probe, claiming recent statements by the Deputy Chief Minister pointed to a major scam

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy defended the cancellation of Naini coal block tenders, calling it a routine process, and challenged the Opposition to point out any lapses. He also dismissed allegations over his son’s Davos visit and clarified that no government funds were spent

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has served legal notices on Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar and BJP MP Dharmapuri Arvind, seeking an unconditional apology over alleged defamatory remarks and warning of civil and criminal action if they fail to comply

The Minorities Welfare Department’s move to take possession of the Abul Kalam Azad Oriental Research Institute has triggered protests from minority groups, who fear centuries-old manuscripts and rare books housed at the library could be damaged or lost without alternative arrangements

A major fire broke out at a furniture showroom in Nampally on Friday, triggering panic and large-scale rescue operations. Thick smoke engulfed the area as firefighters battled the blaze for hours, with at least four people feared trapped inside the building

A fresh survey for two elevated corridors through cantonment areas has revealed the need for 2.68 acres of additional Defence land. The variation will require HMDA to pay Rs 13 crore more to the Secunderabad Cantonment Board

The Centre for Dalit Studies will organise a two-day Constitution Conclave in Hyderabad from Sunday to mark 75 years of the Indian Constitution. The event will focus on social justice and marginalised communities and feature senior administrators and scholars.

For Republic Day 2026, traffic restrictions will be in place around Secunderabad Parade Ground from 7 am to 12 noon. Citizens are advised to avoid key roads, follow diversion routes, and use Metro Rail. Malkajgiri Police helpline: 8712662999.

Glukem Biocare Private Limited, Hyderabad, has adopted two mugger crocodiles at Nehru Zoological Park for a year as part of its corporate social responsibility efforts. The zoo, which houses four species of crocodiles, continues to encourage public participation in its animal adoption scheme.

A spate of burglaries hit Hyderabad suburbs during Sankranti, targeting homes in Ghatkesar, Narapally, and other areas. Residents, including police constables, demanded intensified night patrols, while authorities review CCTV footage and register FIRs for all reported incidents.

A male tiger, around 10 years old, attacked calves in Ibrahimpur village, Yadadri Bhuvanagiri. Forest Department teams are monitoring camera traps, analyzing tiger scat, and urging villagers to report any sightings as the tiger moves from Peddapalli and Siddipet.

Cyberabad Police rescued 337 children and apprehended 55 offenders during a week-long women and child safety drive. The She Teams conducted decoy operations, acted on complaints, and the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit registered 119 cases under juvenile and child labour laws.

A fire at a furniture shop in Nampally caused heavy traffic disruptions on Saturday. Hyderabad Traffic Police and District Collector Harichandana Dasari advised commuters to use alternate routes and visitors to postpone their trip to the Numaish exhibition.

A major fire broke out at a furniture showroom in Hyderabad’s Nampally area on Saturday, triggering panic and large-scale rescue operations. Firefighters deployed multiple engines as thick smoke engulfed the locality. Authorities are yet to confirm casualties.