Hyderabad

IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu reaffirmed the Congress government’s commitment to the River Musi rejuvenation project despite objections. Speaking at an urban planning conference, he said Telangana would emerge as a model in sustainability, stressing climate-resilient cities and intergenerational justice.

The Chandanagar police arrested two more suspects in the Khazana jewellery store heist, taking the total arrests to six. The gang had looted 10 kg of silver articles on August 12. Police urged jewellery shops to tighten security

Tracking interstate criminal gangs remains a major challenge for police as offenders flee Hyderabad after crimes. From the Afzalgunj travel agency shooting to jewellery and ATM heists, suspects often escape to Bihar, UP, MP, Chhattisgarh, or even Nepal, evading capture

Interstate gangs are increasingly targeting jewellery shops and ATMs on Hyderabad’s outskirts for quick getaways using highways and ORR routes. Recent cases in Chandanagar, Adibatla and Choutuppal highlight a trend, prompting police to urge traders to enhance security measures

The 5K Curtain Raiser of the 14th NMDC Hyderabad Marathon was held at Hitex with 8,000 runners. Organisers announced a record 28,000 registrations, including elite athletes. Inspiring stories and NGO participation highlighted the event ahead of the main race on August 24

Hyderabad Commissioner A.V. Ranganath said the demolition of Fatima Owaisi Educational Campus will be taken up after the final notification of Salkam Cheruvu and verification of FTLs. He also urged IMD-Hyderabad to improve real-time forecasting with updated technology.

A 15-year-old boy allegedly murdered a 10-year-old girl in Kukatpally after she caught him stealing a cricket bat from her house. Police said the juvenile stabbed her repeatedly with a knife. He was sent to a boys’ observation home

The Army College of Dental Sciences (ACDS), Secunderabad, in association with IACDE, hosted Kaleidoscope 4, a two-day national conference featuring lectures and presentations by eminent dental experts. Leaders praised ACDS students for their success in securing ICMR-Short Term Studentships

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Farmers across Telangana are facing severe urea shortages, with many waiting overnight at PACS centres. Women farmers too joined the queues, expressing anger at the government. The crisis sparked BRS protests, arrests, and rising tensions in several districts.

Narra Shekhar (27) died after falling under a sand-laden tractor in Metpally. His family gathered at the police station demanding action against illegal sand mining. The tragic incident occurred during sand transport from Atmakur to Bandalingapur.

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao expressed grief over the demise of senior CPI leader and former Nalgonda MP Suravaram Sudhakar Reddy. He lauded the leader’s contributions to Telangana politics, the upliftment of the poor, and value-based politics.

A Class V student in Jagtial tried to commit suicide by running under a moving lorry to avoid staying in the school hostel. Alert locals rescued him, and the police counselled his father before returning the boy safely home.

Cyberabad police raided a Mailardevpally house, arresting four people gambling and seizing Rs. 19,000 in cash and two cars. The suspects and property were handed over to Mailardevpally police station for further investigation.

BRS working president K.T. Rama Rao welcomed OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and urged him to set up India operations in Hyderabad. Rao highlighted the city’s innovation ecosystem, AI initiatives, and global tech presence, positioning it as a hub for artificial intelligence.

Ten girls at Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya in Shankarapatnam, Karimnagar were bitten by rats while asleep in the hostel. The injured were taken to the local PHC. Parents have raised concerns over hygiene and student safety.

A farmer in Mahabubnagar collapsed due to seizures while waiting in a long queue for urea. Former Minister V Srinivas Goud rushed him to the hospital, highlighting ongoing grievances as farmers face severe shortages and delays in fertilizer supply.

Reddy, breathed his last on Friday night due to old age-related ailments while undergoing treatment at a private hospital

The HMDA will distribute 1 lakh free eco-friendly Ganesh idols, eight inches tall, to citizens and NGOs across Hyderabad from August 24–26. The initiative promotes environmentally safe materials during Ganesh Chaturthi at 34 designated city locations

PKL Season 12 starts August 29 with 108 matches, introducing Golden Raid tie-breakers, simplified points, and play-ins in playoffs, ensuring decisive results, intensified competition, and more thrilling kabaddi action for fans

Arete Hospitals, Gachibowli, in collaboration with Epigeneres, has launched the HrC Test, a non-invasive blood test that detects cancer risk up to 18 months before conventional imaging. The hospital is the first in Hyderabad to offer this early screening

The Osmania University inter-college men’s carrom championship will be held on August 29 and 30, hosted by IIMC Khairtabad as part of National Sports Day celebrations in Hyderabad

The Asia Jewels Show 2025, Hyderabad, will be held from August 29–31 at Hotel Taj Krishna, Banjara Hills. Actors Payal Rajput and Varshini Sounderajan attended the date announcement event. Over 50 top jewellery brands will display exclusive collections

The Congress-led Telangana government has reportedly endorsed the Inchampalli project for diverting Godavari waters to the Cauvery basin, marking a shift from the previous BRS stance. Experts warn it could threaten Medigadda barrage and jeopardize Telangana’s irrigation and drinking water needs