Hyderabad

Bandlaguda police arrested a 24-year-old man for allegedly cheating people by posing as the owner of a rented house and using forged documents to secure loans. Four accomplices involved in the fraud are absconding, police said.

The Middle East crisis is increasing manufacturing costs for medical devices in India, with raw material prices rising sharply. Industry bodies warn that prolonged disruptions could lead to shortages and higher prices for patients unless government relief measures are introduced.

The University of Hyderabad (UoH) has once again secured a strong position in the 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, with seven disciplines achieving global recognition. India overall has 529 programmes ranked across 99 institutions, reflecting the country’s growing academic influence.

Panic bookings of LPG cylinders by households have disrupted the distribution network, delaying deliveries by five to seven days in Telangana. The Federation of LPG Distributors of India said the surge in bookings, not fuel shortage, caused the backlog.

IIT Hyderabad has achieved a significant milestone by securing the 395th rank in the QS World University Rankings 2026, a sharp rise from its 501–550 band position last year.

Jawaharnagar police arrested a man and his minor wife for allegedly murdering the woman’s mother in May 2025 after she opposed their relationship. The accused buried the body inside their house. Skeletal remains were later exhumed during investigation.

Fuel panic is spreading across India after PM Modi’s warning. But is there really a shortage or lockdown coming? Here’s the truth behind rumours, hoarding, and what it means for you.

The Telangana Bharat Petroleum Dealers Association (TBPDA) has clarified that there is no disruption in fuel supply across the state, dismissing rumours of a shortage. The association warned against storing fuel in plastic cans due to fire hazards.

The family of Head Constable Nallala Laxmirajam from Korutla police station donated his organs under the State-run Jeevandan initiative after he was declared brain dead in a Hyderabad hospital. Two kidneys were retrieved and allocated to needy patients.

The Civil Supplies Minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy assured the public that Hyderabad and Telangana have sufficient petroleum and diesel stocks for the next three months. Officials confirmed that all 596 fuel stations in Hyderabad are operational, with control rooms monitoring round-the-clock.

The Congress government admitted in the Assembly that only 16,978 jobs were filled through its notifications since it came to power, contradicting claims of 60,000 recruitments. It also acknowledged delays in issuing new job notifications due to legal issues

The Central Consumer Protection Authority has directed hotels and restaurants not to levy additional charges such as LPG charges, gas surcharge or fuel cost recovery by default in bills. Consumers can report violations through the National Consumer Helpline or e-Jagriti portal.

TGPSC has given candidates a final chance to update their one-time registration details and upload certificates by April 10, warning that no extensions will be granted and incomplete profiles may affect eligibility for upcoming recruitment notifications.

Around 120 students from Hyderabad and Yadadri Bhuvanagiri took part in a youth parliament initiative aimed at building civic awareness and leadership skills, with organisers planning to expand the programme across Telangana and host State-level finals in 2027.

BRS leader T Harish Rao challenged CM A Revanth Reddy to contest Siddipet, predicting Congress’s defeat in the next Assembly elections. He accused the government of neglecting weaker sections, misusing job appointments, and curtailing Assembly discussions

Despite repeated assurances from oil marketing companies, district officials and police that fuel reserves in Hyderabad are sufficient for 60 days, panic buying continued across the city. Officials clarified there is no scarcity of petrol or diesel, but the surge in demand temporarily affected supply at some outlets.

Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, announced completion of 2,000 robotic procedures using the Xi robotic surgical system. The minimally invasive platform, deployed across multiple specialties, offers superior precision, reduced patient pain, faster recovery, and improved outcomes in complex surgical cases.

Doctors at Care Hospitals, Hitec City, successfully removed a 35 cm ovarian tumor from a 59-year-old woman from Vemulawada. The patient underwent a comprehensive staging laparotomy and has recovered, highlighting advanced surgical oncology capabilities in Hyderabad.

Hyderabad Police Commissioner VC Sajjanar assured that the city has sufficient fuel reserves for 60 days and dismissed rumours of shortage. Officials from police, revenue and civil supplies departments have been deployed at fuel stations to monitor the situation.

Oil marketing companies HPCL, BPCL and IOCL assured that adequate petrol and diesel stocks are available across Hyderabad and Telangana. They said temporary disruptions at some fuel stations were due to panic buying and urged the public to avoid unnecessary stocking.

Canteens and restaurants in Hyderabad are facing severe difficulties for the third consecutive week due to restricted supply of commercial LPG cylinders. Many eateries have reduced menu items or suspended kitchen operations, while roadside tiffin centres are disappearing from highways.

Auto-rickshaw drivers in Hyderabad are facing severe hardship due to the shortage of auto LPG at fuel stations. Long queues and limited supply have disrupted their daily earnings and transport services, with drivers alleging overcharging and delays.

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India has begun registrations for its 64th Campus Placement Programme for newly qualified CAs. Recruitment interviews will be held across major centres, including Hyderabad, in April 2026, with several reputed companies participating.

The National AIDS Control Organisation organised the Suraksha Sankalp Karyashala in Hyderabad under Mission AIDS Suraksha to strengthen district-level HIV response. Officials highlighted the importance of data-driven interventions in 19 priority districts in Telangana.