Hyderabad

Hyderabad police arrested two men from Andhra Pradesh for smuggling 14.2 kg of hashish oil worth Rs 1.75 crore. The arrests were made during vehicle checks at Gowrelly X Road, and officials are now tracing the absconding supplier from Odisha.

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation reviewed arrangements for Ganesh Chaturthi, including immersion routes, cranes, temporary ponds, sanitation and safety measures. Officials were directed to repair damaged roads, set up control rooms and deploy rescue teams at major immersion sites

Mohun Bagan face East Bengal in a high-stakes Durand Cup final as Kolkata’s two biggest clubs chase the title. Mohun Bagan seek an 18th crown, while East Bengal aim to draw level with their rivals and claim their 17th title

HYDRAA Commissioner A.V. Ranganath said the death toll in the Madhapur building collapse could have been higher. HYDRAA will survey illegal structures in Anjaiahnagar and take action, including demolition, against buildings constructed in violation of rules

Two workers were killed and several injured when a seven-storey under-construction building collapsed at Anjaiah Nagar, Madhapur, Hyderabad. The structure, built illegally on a nala drain box, crumbled around 1 pm on Saturday.

The BRS has sought explanations from the Centre and Telangana government over the denial of political clearance for Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy’s proposed US visit, questioning the reasons, itinerary, meetings and reported plans to meet New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani

A case has been registered against the chairman of a star hotel in Hyderabad following a complaint by a 35-year-old employee alleging sexual harassment and inappropriate behaviour. She also alleged that HR and IT staff threatened her and forced her out

The CISCE has opened registrations for SHINE 2026, a digital assessment aimed at providing schools with timely insights into students’ learning needs. Students in Classes IV, VI and IX will participate in assessments based on Classes III, V and VIII competencies

The proposed alternative roads around AOC Circle in Secunderabad Cantonment have been delayed due to the pending transfer of Defence land. The Rs 960-crore project requires nearly 42 acres, with the Telangana government identifying State land for the transfer

The Telangana Recognised School Managements Association has demanded a time-bound investigation and speedy prosecution in the killing of private school principal Rupa Reddy in Nalgonda. It also urged the government to enact a Teachers and Schools Protection Act

A mega job mela will be held at Khaja Mansion Function Hall in Masab Tank on August 24 from 8 am to 1 pm. Companies from pharma, healthcare, IT, education and banking sectors will offer job opportunities to eligible candidates

Masab Tank police arrested five persons for allegedly abetting the suicide of 24-year-old Mir Sofiyan Ali alias Adil. Police said Sofiyan was pressured and humiliated over a damaged motorcycle before he jumped from an apartment terrace at First Lancer

Hash oil is increasingly finding demand among drug users in Hyderabad as enforcement agencies crack down on conventional ganja. Police say drug syndicates are turning to the concentrated cannabis derivative, with several persons recently arrested for allegedly trading it

The BRS has extended support to Telangana government employees planning protests on August 27 and a possible mahadharna in Hyderabad on September 10. Former Minister V Srinivas Goud accused the Congress government of neglecting employees’ demands, including EHS and CPS issues

Fashion and jewellery brand Vaarahi has expanded its Hyderabad presence with new Vaarahi Silks and Vaarahi Silver Jewellery stores at Vanasthalipuram. Inaugurated by actors Meenakshi Chaudhary and Teja Sajja, the outlets offer traditional and contemporary collections along with launch discounts.

AWPO Secunderabad conducted a placement drive for ex-servicemen in technical and non-technical categories with participation from leading companies. Out of 165 participants, 97 were provisionally selected and are undergoing documentation before receiving final appointment letters

Deputy Chief Minister Mallu Bhatti Vikramarka stressed the importance of a free and credible press for democracy while launching the Federation of Press Clubs in Hyderabad. He urged governments to accept criticism and called for greater protection and welfare of journalists.

A multi-storeyed building under construction collapsed in Anjaiah Nagar, Madhapur, on Saturday, injuring one person and damaging an adjacent apartment building. Police, HYDRAA, fire department and Cyberabad Municipal Corporation teams reached the site and searched for possible trapped persons

Central Gurudwara Sahib Gowliguda will celebrate its centenary year with a marathon in Hyderabad on August 23. Over 5,000 participants are expected for the 3K, 5K and family walkathon, followed by religious programmes including Akhand Path Sahib and Kirtan Darbar

Cyber experts and police have warned that sharing Aadhaar, PAN cards, bank statements and other sensitive documents through personal WhatsApp numbers can expose users to data security risks. They advise using official verification channels and secure document submission methods

Massive heaps of construction and demolition waste have accumulated for over a decade along the IKEA-AIG Hospital stretch in Gachibowli, raising environmental and safety concerns. Cyberabad Municipal Corporation is exploring solutions, including modern technology, to clear the debris.

Telangana polytechnic staff have escalated their protest against the proposed merger of polytechnics with Young India Skills University, announcing non-cooperation in additional duties. Students are also protesting the move and demanding clarity on ECET and lateral-entry engineering admissions.

The CCS Special Crime Team and Gandhinagar police arrested five persons allegedly transporting 38 kg of dry ganja from Araku to Mumbai via Hyderabad. Police said the suspects concealed the contraband in travel bags and were paid for each delivery.

Preliminary alcohol and drug tests on Lingamaneni Sanjush, son of Andhra Pradesh MP Lingamaneni Ramesh, have returned negative following a fatal Aston Martin crash in Hyderabad. Police have sent his blood samples to the FSL for detailed analysis.