Hyderabad

CSIR-IICT Hyderabad has signed a technology transfer agreement with Viridis Biopharma for an IND-ready phytopharmaceutical developed from Gymnema sylvestre to treat diabetic foot ulcers. The technology has undergone extensive pharmacological, analytical, formulation, stability and safety evaluations.

Rodolphe Manoukian will perform in Hyderabad on August 16 as part of his India Tour. The darbuka artist will bring percussion, electronic and contemporary sounds to Big Bull Club, with Flipsyde also performing during the five-hour music and dance event.

Manam Chocolate has opened a 100-sq-ft beverage bar at its Karkhana in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. The outlet offers more than 24 hot, cold, plant-based beverages and shakes, with customers able to customise drinks using 14 craft chocolate couvertures.

Tension prevailed at the proposed PM Ekta Unity Mall site in Raidurgam after police stopped BRS leaders from inspecting it. BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan alleged irregularities in land allocation and tenders, demanded documents and accused the government of favouring private developers

Hyderabad’s leisure scene is expanding beyond its traditional attractions, offering immersive entertainment, private karaoke, outdoor adventures, interactive museums, arcade gaming and luxury cinema. Here are seven trending experiences across the city for those looking to try something different.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao launched AI Hub Switzerland in Hyderabad, a platform designed to help users, businesses and policymakers navigate artificial intelligence through tool comparisons, compliance frameworks, case studies, learning resources and guidance on responsible AI adoption.

A 37-year-old woman was allegedly beaten to death by her husband while she slept at their Ghatkesar home on Wednesday. Police suspect alcohol addiction and suspicion over her conduct as possible motives and have registered a case against the husband.

Hyderabad Police detained 116 suspicious persons during the Lal Darwaza Bonalu celebrations on August 9 and 10. Facial recognition technology helped identify eight people with previous criminal records, while no theft, mobile phone theft or chain-snatching cases were reported.

Nepal-based gang member Sunil Bahadur Aauji alias Sunil Pariyar has been detained under the PD Act in connection with the murder-for-gain of Tanuja Ranjan, wife of retired IPS officer Ray Vinay Ranjan, in Jubilee Hills.

Gachibowli Police and the Eagle Team arrested former University of Hyderabad student Biswajit Kalita alias Biswa in a drug supply case. Police seized 5 grams of marijuana from him and are probing the source of the ganja supply.

BRS leader T Harish Rao questioned the Telangana government’s delay in opposing Andhra Pradesh’s proposal to review permissions for seven irrigation projects ahead of the August 18 GRMB meeting. He demanded withdrawal of the agenda items and warned of protests.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao has questioned the alleged allotment of government land to Tesseract Advanced Systems, linked to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy's brother. He sought details about the company's ownership, investment, employees and the land deal.

A police constable allegedly died by suicide at LB Nagar Police Station on Wednesday. The deceased, Sai Kumar, was found hanging by colleagues. His family has questioned the circumstances of his death and sought his mobile phone and clarity from police.

Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy reviewed preparations for the Khelo India Games in Hyderabad and directed officials to ensure the best facilities at venues. He also called for inspections, remedial measures and wider participation in organising the Games

The ICMR-NIN has launched SHINE Programme 2026, a two-day outreach initiative for school children. Around 800 students from nine schools are participating in interactive activities covering science, nutrition and public health, including demonstrations, games and diet surveys

GHMC removed 36 MT of legacy municipal solid waste and 61.5 MT of C&D waste on the first day of its 10-day monsoon drive. Teams also cleared potholes, catch pits and culverts and inspected public facilities across 30 wards

Hyderabad Public School, Begumpet, has launched a comprehensive leadership programme for over 3,500 students across grades and curricula. The initiative aims to develop confidence, resilience, empathy, critical thinking and decision-making, alongside career interactions with professionals and alumni

A Virtual Lab workshop was conducted for UG First-Year Physics students at Hindi Mahavidyalaya in Hyderabad. The session focused on mechanics experiments, analytical skills and virtual simulations, helping students gain practical knowledge through a safe and cost-effective learning environment

Revenue Minister Ponguleti Srinivas Reddy directed officials to upload land-related documents by August 14 and resolve genuine prohibited property applications. He asked Sub-Registrars to rely on verified online records while protecting government land and addressing technical and legal issues

The Technical Education department has announced the TG EAPCET 2026 centralised internal sliding schedule for engineering admissions. Students can exercise web options on August 12 and 13, while seat allotment will be completed on August 15

Over 500 property owners affected by land acquisition for the Rajiv Rahadari elevated corridor held a one-day hunger strike at Karkhana in Secunderabad Cantonment. The protesters demanded fair compensation from the Hyderabad and Medchal-Malkajgiri district administrations

BRS working president KT Rama Rao visited senior party leader Kyama Mallesham at his LB Nagar residence on Tuesday and enquired about his health. Mallesham is recovering after treatment and surgery at Yashoda Hospital in Malakpet

The Telangana High Court has given the State Government a last opportunity to explain its stand on the regularisation of land allotted to the son and daughter of senior Congress leader K. Kesava Rao at allegedly low rates

Acumatica has opened a Global Capability Center in Hyderabad’s Nanakramguda with more than 30 employees. Initially focused on engineering, the centre will support product innovation, serve global customers and help the company expand its operations and capabilities in India