Hyderabad

The main entrance of Nizam’s Institute of Medical Sciences (NIMS) at Punjagutta will remain closed for three days due to GHMC pipeline works. Patients, staff and visitors have been advised to use the Banjara Hills rear entrance.

Tension prevailed in Kuntloor after HYDRAA officials attempted a demolition drive over alleged road encroachment in a gated community. Residents opposed the action, leading to a standoff that lasted over two hours, with police deployed to maintain order.

Hyderabad police arrested a 26-year-old bike taxi driver for allegedly stealing two-wheelers from multiple areas. The accused was tracked through CCTV footage and social media monitoring. Three stolen scooters were recovered following his confession during interrogation.

Three water bodies in Hyderabad’s Krishna Kanth Park have dried up within six months, upsetting walkers and altering the park’s landscape. GHMC attributes the issue to groundwater depletion, while HYDRAA has identified the lakes for rejuvenation planning.

A speeding Hyundai i20 allegedly driven under the influence of alcohol rammed into parked motorcycles in Hayathnagar, Hyderabad. The accident, captured on CCTV, caused panic but no casualties. Police have detained the occupants and launched an investigation.

A man posing as a real estate businessman allegedly cheated investors of nearly Rs 2.3 crore in Hyderabad by promoting a cryptocurrency scheme. Police said he lured victims with high returns and threatened them when confronted over non-payment.

A major fire broke out at a scrap warehouse in Suraram, Hyderabad, on Tuesday night, triggering panic among residents. Firefighters battled the blaze overnight and brought it under control. No casualties were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation.

Telangana is reeling under an intense heatwave, with temperatures crossing 44°C in several districts. While heatwave conditions are set to persist through the day, the IMD has forecast thunderstorms, lightning and gusty winds across multiple regions by evening.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused the Congress government of failing farmers and delaying procurement. He demanded immediate release of the paddy bonus and warned of intensified protests if crops are not procured at MSP without further delay.

Hyderabad police have booked a man for allegedly impersonating a constable and posting misleading reels online. The accused, who claimed links with political leaders and accessed restricted areas, is absconding, with special teams deployed to trace him.

The Telangana School Education Department has advanced the SSC 2026 results announcement to 1.30 pm on Wednesday. Over 5.28 lakh students can access their results online or via WhatsApp chatbot, with digital marks memos sent to registered mobile numbers.

A man allegedly beheaded his wife in Meerpet, Hyderabad, over suspicion. The accused attacked her at their residence, police said. A case has been registered, and investigation is underway as authorities search for the suspect following the shocking incident

Mumbai Indians face a crucial IPL clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad as they struggle with poor form and inconsistent performances. SRH, boosted by strong batting from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan and Heinrich Klaasen, aim to strengthen their playoff position

DKR FC and XI Stars PKRFC registered narrow 1-0 wins in the Asmita Football League (under-16) girls championship at Tagore Stadium in Mancherial. Jahnavi Yadav and P Komali scored decisive goals in closely fought matches on Tuesday

Nikesh scored six goals as CCOB Sub-junior FC defeated Secunderabad Blues Jr FC 8-3 in the TFA C-Division football league match at Gymkhana Ground. Abdul Wasey and Emadi Chetan also scored, while Lithish netted a hat-trick for the losers

Hyderabad paddler Snehit SFR was picked by PBG Pune Jaguars at the UTT Season 7 auction. Diya Chitale remained the highest-valued Indian player as Pune strengthened its squad with a mix of domestic talent and international players for the upcoming season

India’s Shree Charani climbed to a career-best 11th in ICC Women’s T20I bowling rankings after a strong series against South Africa. Laura Wolvaardt also moved to third in batting rankings following a record-breaking performance in the series

Hyderabad Runners Society launched Charity Bibs for the 2026 NMDC Hyderabad Marathon, encouraging runners to raise funds for social causes. With 35 NGOs already associated, the initiative aims to combine fitness with philanthropy and scale fundraising efforts this year

Godrej Enterprises Group unveiled NX Pro Ncrypt, India’s first facial recognition-enabled home locker, at Smart Home Expo 2026 in Hyderabad. Alongside, the company announced a Rs 100 crore investment over three years to boost consumer-centric digital security solutions and launched a connected home app powered by Advantis IoT 9.

Revanth Reddy asserted that land acquisition for Future City cannot be stopped despite farmer protests. He urged cooperation, assured fair handling of concerns, and highlighted rising land prices and the project’s long-term development potential

Unseasonal rains accompanied by gusty winds damaged maize and paddy stocks at procurement centres in Nagarkurnool and Yadadri Bhuvanagiri districts, leaving farmers worried. Delays in procurement have worsened losses, with farmers demanding urgent government intervention and compensation

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (Hyderabad Zonal Unit) seized 11.4 kg of amphetamine (Crystal Meth) worth Rs 11.4 crore from two women at Secunderabad Railway Station. The drugs were hidden in trolley bags, and both accused have been arrested under the NDPS Act, 1985.

A 64-year-old painter, Madari Gopi, died after falling from scaffolding at a construction site in Balanagar, Hyderabad, when the rods broke and an iron rod struck his head.

The Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad welcomed new lion and tiger cubs, held a naming ceremony, and introduced several visitor-friendly initiatives including a self-ticketing kiosk, WhatsApp ticket booking, and a new food court.