Hyderabad

The inaugural World Events Economy Week (WEEW) 2026 commenced at Hyderabad's HITEX Exhibition Centre today. Running until June 15, the integrated global marketplace brings together MICE, tourism, hospitality, wedding planning, and the creative economy

PV Sindhu entered the Australian Open semifinals with a commanding straight-game win over Chen Su Yu of Chinese Taipei in Sydney. The Indian star will next face top seed Akane Yamaguchi in a highly anticipated clash between two leading shuttlers

A traffic constable in Hyderabad's Banjara Hills alleged that two GHMC officials assaulted him after he stopped their vehicle for reportedly travelling on the wrong side of the road. Police have initiated an inquiry and are gathering details from those involved.

Women outperformed men in TG ICET 2026, securing the top two ranks and recording a higher qualifying percentage. Anugu Aishwarya Reddy topped the examination, while over 91 per cent of the 51,146 candidates who appeared qualified for admissions

Regulatory authorities are considering rules requiring restaurants in metro cities to disclose the use of analogue paneer on menus. The move follows Maharashtra’s directive and aims to improve transparency, prevent misleading food descriptions and help consumers make informed choices

The Telangana Police launched an Advanced Computer Lab and She Cyber Lab at the CID Headquarters in Hyderabad. The AI-powered facility will support cybercrime detection, criminal investigations, data analytics and CCTNS operations, enhancing efficiency, transparency and technology-driven policing.

The Malkajgiri Traffic Police booked 1,496 cases during a special enforcement drive on Thursday. Officials imposed fines worth Rs 2.99 lakh, detected 17 cases of minor driving and warned parents and vehicle owners against allowing minors to drive

BRS general secretary RS Praveen Kumar expressed concern over rising crimes against minors in Telangana and questioned the government's handling of POCSO cases. He called for stronger awareness programmes, stricter action against offenders and greater focus on child safety measures

The two-day AMBI Telangana State conference commenced at NIMS in Hyderabad on Friday. Experts, researchers and doctors are discussing total lab automation, AI applications in laboratory medicine and the latest advancements in liver disease diagnosis and laboratory services

Burglars targeted two locked houses in Dundigal and stole gold jewellery and cash worth lakhs. One family was away visiting relatives, while another homeowner lost Rs 1.30 lakh. Police registered separate cases and are investigating the incidents

A drunken altercation between two friends from Nepal near a wine shop in Kukatpally left one man seriously injured. Rabbi, 30, suffered a severe eye injury after being struck with a liquor bottle and was shifted to Gandhi Hospital for treatment

The Hyderabad Cybercrime Police arrested 74 persons in May, including 66 linked to a nationwide Ghost SIM racket under Operation Octopus 3.0. Officials registered 54 FIRs, recovered Rs 68.27 lakh for victims and removed hundreds of illegal online profiles and advertisements

A man identified as Dheeraj was arrested at Rajiv Gandhi International Airport for allegedly attempting to travel to Oman using a forged e-Migrate clearance certificate. Airport authorities detected discrepancies during verification, and RGIA Police have launched an investigation into the racket

A 27-year-old private school teacher from Chengicherla lodged a complaint with Medipally Police alleging that a car driver known to her had been blackmailing and harassing her using old photographs. Police have registered a case and launched an investigation

A 45-year-old woman was killed after a sand-laden truck allegedly lost control and struck her on Greenfield Road near Kanchar in Kandukur on Friday. The victim died on the spot, and police have launched an investigation into the accident.

Irrigation Minister N. Uttam Kumar Reddy met Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai in Hyderabad and sought a No Objection Certificate for the proposed Sammakka-Sarakka Lift Irrigation Scheme, while urging closer cooperation between the two States to expedite project approvals.

Former minister V. Srinivas Goud criticised the Congress government for delaying health cards for employees and pensioners, alleging that nearly 15 lakh families were affected. He also raised concerns over pending PRC issues, salary delays and healthcare access.

A minor fire broke out in an apartment in Hyderabad’s Uppal Bagayath area on Thursday night, reportedly due to a short circuit. Firefighters quickly controlled the blaze, preventing it from spreading. No casualties were reported, though furniture in a bedroom was damaged.

The Railway Protection Force of South Central Railway rescued 512 children found in vulnerable situations between January and May under Operation Nanhe Farishte. The children were handed over to welfare authorities as part of ongoing efforts to protect and rehabilitate minors.

A 32-year-old man and his two young children are feared drowned in the Nizam Sagar reservoir in Sangareddy district after failing to return home from an outing. Police launched a search operation after family members found their belongings near the waterbody

A 20-year-old man was rescued after being trapped for nearly two hours in a lift at the Uppal Skywalk near Uppal Metro Station. Emergency teams and technicians conducted a late-night rescue, prompting renewed concerns over lift maintenance and safety

The Telangana High Court directed the state government to respond to allegations that unauthorized structures and statues along the Miryalaguda–Huzurnagar road remain unremoved. The court was hearing a PIL challenging irregularities in a road-widening project in Suryapet district

The Telangana High Court ruled that customers of sex workers cannot be charged with trafficking under Section 370 IPC solely for availing services. However, they may face prosecution under Section 370A(2) IPC if they knowingly exploited a trafficked person

AGORC registered a comfortable 3-0 victory over Skykings FC in the Bolarum Challenge Cup football tournament. Goals from Saif, Vikas Yadav and Aman sealed the win, while Vikas stood out with an influential all-round performance and creative playmaking