Hyderabad

A local court sentenced Mohd Irfan to 10 years’ rigorous imprisonment and Rs 1000 fine in a 2014 Miyapur murder-for-gain case. Irfan killed P Jagdish after a money demand and fled with cash and a mobile phone.

The Cyberabad Cybercrime Police cracked 13 cases and arrested 25 suspects in a nationwide operation between December 31, 2025 and January 15, 2026. Trading fraud was the most common offence, with multiple scams involving fake apps and crypto investments amounting to over Rs 3.47 crore.

Durgam Cheruvu, once a popular tourist attraction in Hyderabad’s IT corridor, is facing severe weed and algal infestation. Visitors have complained of foul smell and limited boating, blaming administrative inaction for the lake’s deteriorating condition.

TBZ-The Original has opened a new showroom at Himayathnagar, marking over 25 years of its presence in Hyderabad. The jewellery brand announced month-long silver jubilee offers across its three city stores to celebrate the milestone

Low frequency and irregular TSRTC bus services in Hyderabad’s southern suburbs are causing hardship to students and office-goers during peak hours. Commuters complain of long waiting times, overcrowding and lack of bus shelters at several locations.

A suspect has been arrested in connection with the vandalism at the Maisamma Temple near Puranapul Darwaza in Hyderabad. Police confirmed that only a flex banner and a Plaster of Paris idol in the verandah were damaged, while the sanctum sanctorum idols remained untouched.

In a special enforcement drive, Secunderabad Zone Police arrested 12 persons and seized 162 bobbins of banned Chinese manja worth Rs 1.88 lakh. Raids were conducted in Chikkadpally, Gandhinagar and Osmania University areas.

Despite festive celebrations, incidents involving banned Chinese manja caused injuries and deaths during Sankranti. City Police Commissioner V.C. Sajjanar said accidents declined compared to previous years, attributing the reduction to awareness drives and strict enforcement.

Researchers must move beyond conventional methods and ensure their work benefits people below the poverty line, said Prof R S Nirjar at a conference at Maulana Azad National Urdu University, where academicians discussed socially relevant and inclusive research practices.

The Hyderabad Cybercrime Unit has warned citizens about rising digital arrest frauds, where scammers pose as officials and threaten legal action to extort money. Police urged people not to panic, avoid sharing details and report such calls immediately.

A wreath-laying ceremony was held at the War Memorial in Secunderabad to mark the 78th Indian Army Day. Senior officers paid homage to fallen soldiers, recalling the Army’s legacy of sacrifice, bravery and dedication to national security

The Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering has received the Chief of Army Staff’s Unit Appreciation at a Jaipur ceremony. The award recognises MCEME’s training reforms, infrastructure upgrades and focus on emerging technologies over the last two years

A gang of burglars allegedly armed with knives carried out a series of midnight burglaries during Sankranti on the outskirts of Hyderabad. Several houses in Chengicherla, Kanakadurga Colony and Anushakti Nagar were targeted, prompting a police investigation.

The Hyderabad Task Force arrested two drug peddlers in Attapur on Friday and seized MDMA and OG worth Rs 1 lakh. Police said the accused procured the narcotics from a Bengaluru-based supplier, who is currently absconding.

The Hyderabad Traffic Police have announced the closure of all flyovers across the city on the night of January 16 in view of Shab-e-Meraj celebrations. Restrictions will begin after 10 pm, though key routes including PV Narasimha Rao Expressway will remain open.

The BRS has demanded a Special Investigation Team probe into allegations of land encroachment, extortion and abuse of power against AICC secretary and former MLA Sampath Kumar. Party leaders cited complaints by private firms and accused him of intimidating officials and contractors.

Ahead of Chief Minister Revanth Reddy inaugurating the Chanaka-Korata and Sadarmat barrages, BRS working president KT Rama Rao claimed the irrigation projects were largely completed during the previous BRS regime, with trial runs and major construction finished before December 2023.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao will lead the ‘Bachao Secunderabad’ rally on Saturday to protest the Congress government’s alleged attempts to erase the city’s identity. Former minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav accused the government of unilateral decisions threatening Secunderabad’s heritage.

Hyderabad Police arrested a suspect in connection with the vandalism at Puranapul Darwaza Maisamma Temple late Thursday night. The accused allegedly damaged a flexi banner and a POP idol and was nabbed within 24 hours by the Kamatipura police.

NITI Aayog has identified Telangana’s TS-iPASS as India’s only industrial clearance system matching global best practices, recommending its features for a national MSME portal and highlighting its role in attracting investments and jobs.

Former Minister Talasani Srinivas Yadav has vowed to fight multiple police cases filed against him by Congress leaders over remarks made against Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy. While he later retracted his comments, complaints were lodged at SR Nagar and Mahankali police stations.

Indian airlines Air India, IndiGo and SpiceJet rerouted or cancelled international flights after Iran closed its airspace amid rising US tensions. Several global carriers were also affected, while India advised its citizens to avoid travel to Iran

Hyderabad police registered cases after violence erupted during a protest over alleged vandalism at the Puranapul temple. Ten people, including police personnel, were injured in stone pelting, while vehicles and religious symbols were damaged

Two journalists of NTV news channel were granted conditional bail, after their arrest by the Special Investigation Team in Hyderabad