Hyderabad

A married woman from Boduppal has accused a man of blackmailing her with private photos and videos after allegedly luring her into a relationship. She claimed she was forced to hand over Rs 10 lakh and 30 tolas of gold. Police are investigating

After months of hardship in Saudi Arabia, bedridden Hyderabadi Mohammed Abdul Aleem returned home with the help of Lulu Group Chairman M.A. Yousuf Ali, who cleared his outstanding dues and coordinated his repatriation following support from Malayali social workers.

Amgen has launched its first Scholars Program in India at IIIT Hyderabad with 10 undergraduate students from across Asia. The two-month residential programme focuses on AI, machine learning and scientific research, culminating in presentations and participation in a regional symposium in Tokyo.

More than 40 hours after a 70-year-old man was swept into an under-construction stormwater drain in Madeenaguda, Hyderabad, police, HYDRAA DRF and Cyberabad Municipal Corporation teams continue extensive search operations, but the victim remains untraced despite sustained efforts.

Hyderabad Police has restricted Ganesh idols to a maximum height of 16 feet during this year's festivities. The decision aims to improve public safety during transportation and immersion, with authorities also promoting eco-friendly clay idols and stricter compliance with safety norms.

Telangana’s monsoon revival has significantly improved rainfall conditions, reducing the seasonal deficit to 11 per cent. Heavy rains have benefited Hyderabad and neighbouring districts, with several areas moving into the normal category. However, some districts continue to face rainfall shortages.

Himayatsagar and Osmansagar reservoirs received fresh inflows after moderate rainfall in their catchment areas. HMWSSB officials are monitoring water levels, with Himayatsagar recording 400 cusecs and Osmansagar 150 cusecs. A decision on opening floodgates is pending.

Following an IMD heavy rainfall alert, Hydraa issued an advisory asking Hyderabad residents to remain cautious and report waterlogging, flooding, uprooted trees and drainage issues. Citizens can contact the toll-free number 1070 or control room numbers for emergency assistance from DRF teams.

Tappachabutra police arrested three persons for allegedly attempting to murder a woman over a family property dispute. The suspects reportedly attacked Shameem Begum with a knife at her residence, following which police registered a case based on her complaint and launched an investigation.

A local court sentenced Y. Sandeep Kumar to life imprisonment for murdering a woman and attempting to kill her daughter in Miyapur in December 2022. The convict also received 10 years' imprisonment for attempted murder and three months for house trespass.

Artist Dr Hothi Basavaraj’s solo exhibition at the State Gallery of Art showcases sculptures inspired by Basava’s cultural and agricultural significance. The exhibition features diverse artworks, including tribal art, innovative sculptures, and a book documenting his 25-year artistic journey.

Three days of continuous rainfall, coupled with ongoing infrastructure projects, caused widespread traffic congestion across Hyderabad. Waterlogged roads, potholes, and diversions disrupted commuting in several major areas, forcing motorists to take alternate routes and endure long delays.

Continuous rainfall has damaged roads across several Hyderabad localities, leaving potholes, washed-out surfaces, and unfinished civic works that pose risks to commuters. Residents have urged authorities to carry out immediate repairs, warning that deteriorating road conditions could lead to serious accidents.

Hyderabad Police have invoked the Preventive Detention Act against alleged repeat offender Mohd Asad, who is accused of multiple crimes, including murder. Despite being externed from the city, he allegedly returned, prompting police to trace and apprehend him in Maharashtra.

The Telangana Police Recruitment Board's latest notification has drawn criticism after mistakenly listing "Menstruation" instead of "Mensuration" in the arithmetic syllabus. The error, along with fewer vacancies than expected, has sparked concern among police job aspirants across the State.

Mahindra University School of Law says its integrated B.Tech LLB programme prepares students for the rapidly evolving intersection of law and technology. The course combines engineering and legal education to equip graduates for emerging fields such as AI, cybersecurity, data protection, and digital regulation.

Tajikistan's Ambassador to India, Bobokalonzoda Lukmon, has proposed collaborating with the Telangana State Archives to translate, transliterate and publish rare manuscripts. The initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties and make India's historical heritage more accessible to readers in Tajikistan.

Hyderabad startup TakeMe2Space has successfully tested its indigenous satellite battery, PowerBank-50, aboard Skyroot Aerospace's Vikram-1 mission. The affordable, locally developed battery could reduce India's dependence on imports while making satellite technology more accessible to startups, universities, and researchers.

An IndiGo flight carrying Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy made two landing attempts at Hyderabad's Rajiv Gandhi International Airport due to heavy rain and unstable weather. The aircraft landed safely after circling for about 20 minutes. A similar incident occurred in June.

The India Meteorological Department has issued a red alert for extremely heavy rainfall in five Telangana districts on Friday. Several other districts, including Hyderabad, are expected to receive heavy to very heavy rain as the monsoon remains active across the State.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar has urged residents to remain vigilant as heavy rainfall is forecast over the next 48 hours. Citizens have been advised to avoid unnecessary travel, follow IMD advisories, drive carefully, and contact Dial 100 for emergencies.

JNTU-Hyderabad and Bajaj Auto Limited have signed an MoU to establish the BEST Centre on campus. Backed by an Rs 18-crore investment, the initiative will introduce robotics and electric mobility training into undergraduate engineering courses to enhance students' industry readiness.

Hyderabad police have issued a safety advisory urging motorists and pedestrians to exercise caution during ongoing rains, highlighting risks of waterlogging, poor visibility, and slippery roads. The advisory stresses safe driving practices, vehicle maintenance checks, and vigilance near flooded stretches and civic works.

A man was stabbed in the leg during an argument at Hasannagar, Bahadurpura, on Wednesday night. The victim, Mohammed Mubeen, was attacked by Nizam and taken to Osmania General Hospital.