Hyderabad

Hyderabad-based Country Chicken Co has expanded into the mutton and seafood segments with the launch of Country Mutton and Country Catch. The company also opened a new premium experience store in Banjara Hills as part of its growing retail presence

BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus professor Pradyumn Kumar Sahoo has been selected as a Visiting Scientist under the Chinese Academy of Sciences’ President’s International Fellowship Initiative for 2027. His research collaboration will focus on modified gravity and cosmology at the Institute of Theoretical Physics

The water body at KLN Yadav Park in Hyderabad’s Sanath Nagar has nearly dried up due to severe summer and alleged administrative neglect. Once part of the AMRUT 2.0 rainwater conservation pilot project, the lake is now affected by algal bloom and waste growth

The University of Hyderabad and IIIT Hyderabad signed an MoU to strengthen collaboration in research, academics and deep-tech innovation. The agreement enables shared access to laboratories and computing facilities, while also paving the way for joint degrees in semiconductor and VLSI technologies

Revenue authorities, with police protection, demolished several encroachments on government land at Airport Colony in Shamshabad. Officials said temporary structures had been built illegally on a five-acre plot, and the demolition drive was conducted smoothly without any protests or untoward incidents

Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences in Hyderabad has completed 2,000 kidney transplants, marking a major milestone in the government healthcare sector. The hospital reported strong graft survival rates and said most transplant recipients benefited through Aarogyasri and the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund

Goshamahal police arrested a 22-year-old youth for allegedly assaulting a biker and robbing his gold chain worth Rs 60,000 near Gyanbagh Colony in Hyderabad. The suspect was traced following a complaint and the stolen property was recovered

The Sultan Bazar police arrested a cash transport driver for allegedly fleeing with nearly Rs 9.63 lakh meant for bank deposit. The accused was traced to Gulbarga in Karnataka within 48 hours, and police recovered most of the stolen cash during the operation

An accounts head of RM Converters Private Limited in Kothur allegedly diverted nearly Rs 7.90 crore from the company’s bank accounts into his personal account through fraudulent transactions. Police are investigating the fund flow and possible involvement of others in the fraud

Police busted an IPL 2026 ticket black market racket in Hyderabad and detained four persons ahead of the Sunrisers Hyderabad versus Royal Challengers Bengaluru match. Authorities are also probing the source of complimentary tickets and warning fans against fake ticketing apps.

A local court in Hyderabad sentenced a 44-year-old man to 60 days’ imprisonment for allegedly harassing and assaulting his elderly parents in Narayanguda. The court also imposed a fine, while police warned of strict action against those mistreating or abandoning aged parents

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused Chief Minister Revanth Reddy and Union Minister Bandi Sanjay Kumar of collusion in the POCSO case involving Bandi Sai Bageerath. He questioned the police investigation, demanded accountability, and alleged deterioration in law and order under the Congress government

Presbyopia eye drops are emerging as a temporary alternative to reading glasses by improving near vision through pupil constriction. While India launched PresVu last year, the USFDA has now approved VIZZ, a next-generation eye drop that promises clearer near vision for nearly 10 hours

The Goshamahal police arrested Chandan Singh for allegedly cheating a Hyderabad businessman of Rs 77.5 lakh through a fake electronics investment scheme. Police said the suspect gained the complainant’s trust with earlier repayments and later went absconding. Hawala links are also under investigation

Hyderabad golfer Saatvic Kumar Singh secured third place in the IGU Southern India Junior Golf Championship 2026 held at Coimbatore. The DPS Hyderabad student continued his consistent run after strong performances in the Haryana and Andhra State Junior Championships and is ranked India No. 2

Hyderabad’s first safari-themed experiential staycation, inspired by Kenya’s Masai Mara, has opened in Mokila. Featuring truck-shaped bedrooms, rustic interiors and themed hospitality experiences, the property recreates the feel of an African wilderness retreat without actual wildlife or safari activities.

BRS working president K T Rama Rao demanded that the State Cabinet prioritise the agrarian crisis and paddy procurement delays. Alleging severe hardship faced by farmers, he warned of statewide protests if the Congress government failed to announce immediate corrective measures.

The ACB conducted searches at properties linked to Medchal deputy collector Vamsi Mohan over allegations of disproportionate assets. Officials raided eight locations and found suspected land transfers and gift deeds involving relatives and a realtor, with investigation underway.

Hyderabad’s food truck culture is reshaping casual dining, offering everything from spicy street-style Chinese to artisanal wood-fired pizzas. Popular spots like Salsa Food Truck, ABCD Food Truck and Proof’d Pizza are drawing crowds with affordable, late-night comfort food options.

The historic Medak fort is set for a major restoration with a Rs 10 crore project aimed at conservation and tourism development. Authorities plan visitor amenities, a ropeway proposal, and a regional tourist circuit linking key heritage and religious sites.

A 24-year-old man was booked under the POCSO Act in Hyderabad’s Alwal after allegedly sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl multiple times. Police said the accused was living with the victim’s mother, and the case surfaced after suspicion raised by the girl’s uncle.

Align Technology, a global medical device company, will invest Rs 1,800 crore to set up its first manufacturing facility in India at Hyderabad. The project, expected to generate over 300 jobs, was formalised through an MoU signed with Telangana Life Sciences.

The Handball Association of Hyderabad will conduct its general body meeting on June 11 at Hotel Taj Mahal, Secunderabad. HAH president Ch. Franklin announced the schedule, which will bring together members to discuss key organizational matters and future plans

The 59th Telangana State-ranking Chess Tournament will take place at Meridian School, Madhapur, on May 24 for boys and girls in the under-7 to under-15 categories. Registrations close at 6 p.m. on May 23, with no spot entries allowed