Hyderabad

Hyderabadi woman Ameena Begum, jailed for life in Dubai on drug charges, was pardoned during Ramzan and returned to Hyderabad after a dramatic legal battle and cancelled flights.

P Sadu Sunder, a retired HPCL general manager from Adilabad, has been awarded a PhD by Andhra University for his research on adult learning in the petroleum sector, focusing on workforce development, training practices and organisational performance

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy directed officials to strengthen MMTS services in Hyderabad by increasing train frequency during peak hours, improving passenger amenities, and exploring mini-bus services to enhance last-mile connectivity and boost ridership.

Osmania University’s International Women’s Conference 2026 concluded in Hyderabad with global experts discussing empowerment, sustainability and leadership. The event honoured 34 women and focused on financial independence, mental resilience, and inclusive growth through skills, outreach and policy dialogues

The Defence Ministry has formed a six-member panel to review Cantonment Boards’ finances, explore revenue reforms, and suggest measures for sustainability, raising concerns of possible mergers.

Hundreds of students, activists and unemployed youth staged protests in Hyderabad during the Assembly session, demanding recruitment notifications and implementation of manifesto promises. Police detained several DYFI activists and unemployed youth attempting to march towards the Assembly.

Two male mandrill siblings have been introduced at Nehru Zoological Park in Hyderabad under an animal exchange programme. After completing quarantine, they are now on display, adding to the zoo’s collection and expected to attract more visitors

Teachers MLC Pingili Sripal Reddy raised concerns over medicine shortages in 12 wellness centres, affecting employees and pensioners. The Health Department assured immediate action and said plans are underway to expand centres to more districts across the State

Telangana job aspirants face fresh uncertainty after the two-year upper-age relaxation for government recruitment expired in February 2026. The delay in extending the relaxation has stalled new TGPSC notifications, including around 3,500 vacancies across multiple departments.

Malkajgiri MLA Marri Rajasekhar Reddy raised concerns in the Assembly over 76 colonies being marked as Waqf properties, affecting around 18,000 homeowners. He urged the government to clarify the land status and ease property transaction issues

Teachers and staff working in KGBVs, Urban Residential Schools and Samagra Shiksha staged a Maha Dharna in Hyderabad demanding minimum wages and regularisation. TS UTF leaders urged implementation of PRC-recommended increments and uniform wages for KGBV employees nationwide.

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said the government is clearing Rs 727 crore Arogyasri dues and plans to refer patients to teaching hospitals. The state has already paid Rs 2,408 crore towards pending bills since December 2023

Interio by Godrej aims to capture 14 per cent market share in Hyderabad over three years, targeting Rs 50 crore revenue in FY26. The brand plans retail expansion with new franchise stores and retailers to strengthen its presence in the region

A viral video showing rodents feeding on leftover food outside Gandhi Hospital has raised hygiene concerns. GHMC halted free food distribution near the entrance and launched a sanitation drive after the hospital administration alerted civic authorities.

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested four suspects in a Rs 26-crore online gaming and betting scam. Victims were lured through fake Instagram ads and WhatsApp links, with investigations revealing a network using mule accounts, layered transfers, and fraudulent KYC documents.

Fuel shortages in Hyderabad due to Middle-East tensions have disrupted LPG and CNG supplies, hitting app-based drivers and food delivery workers. Telangana Gig and Platform Workers Union (TGPWU) has sought urgent government intervention into the matter.

TGSRTC has announced a 30 per cent fare cut on Metro AC and Deluxe buses in Hyderabad to ease commuter burden during the fuel crisis, urging citizens to switch to public transport for time, fuel and pollution savings.

Gandhi Hospital successfully performed a living-related kidney transplant for 22-year-old Sai Mohan from Addagutta. His father donated the kidney under the Aarogyasri scheme. The surgery restored Sai Mohan’s kidney function, ending his dependence on dialysis.

Malkajgiri police have ordered the closure of wine shops, toddy shops, and restaurant-attached bars (excluding star hotels and registered clubs) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on March 26 for Sri Ramanavami. Violators will face prosecution.

The Railway Ministry has approved the weekly operation of the Visakhapatnam–Charlapalli–Visakhapatnam Express. Train 18527 will run on Fridays from April 3, and 18528 on Saturdays from April 4, offering 2A, 3A, Sleeper, General, and Divyangjan coaches.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation, with the support of the Endowment Department, is offering home delivery of the revered ‘Thalambralu’ from Sri Sitarama Kalyanotsavam at Bhadrachalam temple. Devotees can book online or at TGSRTC Cargo centres for Rs 151.

The Hyderabad Commissioner’s Task Force raided an ice cream factory in Musheerabad and seized a large quantity of products allegedly prepared in unhygienic conditions. Police said the owner was using expired ingredients and supplying them to wholesale and retail customers.

Hyderabad traffic police issued an advisory for the Sri Ramanavami Shobha Yatra on Friday. Traffic diversions will be implemented from 9 am to 9 pm along the procession route from Seetharambagh to Sultan Bazaar, with congestion expected at several junctions.

The BCCI has announced India’s 2026-27 home season schedule, featuring 22 matches across formats. Hyderabad will host ODIs against West Indies and Zimbabwe, while the season also includes series against Sri Lanka and Australia, ending with the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.