Hyderabad

The Ganesh procession in Hyderabad’s Old City is delayed as organisers finish decorations. The Balapur idol will cross Charminar after 1 pm, amid heavy police deployment and strict security checks.

The eco-friendly Khairatabad Ganesh Shobha Yatra began at 8 am on Saturday with special pooja and slogans of ‘Ganapathi Bappa Morya.’ The procession moved towards NTR Garden amid heavy police security, with immersion expected by noon.

The recognition highlights MLRIT’s continuous efforts toward academic excellence, research, innovation, and student success, says the institution

Besides a 201-300 band in engineering, the CMR Group extends its reach in professional education with its CMR College of Pharmacy earned a spot in the 101-125 rank band in the pharmacy category

With an expected attendance of over 15,000, the event solidifies Hyderabad's position as the creative capital of South India

Sanjeevi Rithvik and Manimuthu Shaina won the singles titles at the South Zone inter-state badminton championship in Hyderabad, which featured winners from multiple states across categories, including under-19 events

Mustang edged 7 Seas 55–52 in a close battle at the G M Sampath Kumar Trophy, with strong performances from Vinod and Nikhil helping them come from behind to win

Subramanyam Swamy smashed an unbeaten 174 for Cosmos, marking the highest score in the C-Division one-day league, as seven centuries and eight five-wicket hauls lit up HCA league matches

Dabang Delhi K C made PKL history with the first-ever golden raid win, led by Ashu Malik’s Super 10. Fazel Atrachali hailed the new rule as a fan-friendly, exciting addition

Actors Aishwarya Rajesh and Ali unveiled the official T-shirt and medal for the eighth Global Grace Cancer Run, set for October 12, 2025. The event will take place in physical and virtual modes, with 2K, 5K, and 10K categories open for public participation.

The WICCI Holistic Child Development Council and NGO Marham Resonating Resilience held a dance therapy session titled ‘Land of Happy’ at NIEPID, Secunderabad. The event, led by Bharatanatyam artist Sohini Roychowdhury, focused on inclusion and healing through movement.

A cyber fraud case has emerged at Veeranari Chakali Ilamma Women’s University in Koti, Hyderabad, where fraudsters allegedly hacked the mobile phones of several students. Complaints have been filed with the cybercrime police, who are investigating phishing links and malicious apps used in the scam.

Hundreds of Ganesh idols were brought to Hussain Sagar for immersion a day ahead of the scheduled centralised event due to the upcoming lunar eclipse. The early rush, managed by GHMC and police officials using cranes, caused traffic congestion around the lake.

In a historic first, Hyderabad City Police inducted ten women constables into its mounted unit for bandobust, VIP security, and patrolling. The police dog squad is also being expanded, while new infrastructure, including stables and kennels, will come up on 11.5 acres

A woman from Hyderabad alleges she was cheated of Rs 50 lakh by three people claiming to have connections with HYDRAA to resolve her land encroachment issue. Police have registered a case and are investigating the fraud

The HMWSSB arranged 123 water camps and distributed 3.5 million water packets during Ganesh immersions on Saturday. Preventive steps, including sewer jetting machines and chlorine checks, were taken to ensure smooth arrangements across immersion routes

Brewers and beverage companies have urged the Telangana Government to clear pending dues of Rs 3,400 crore. With payment delays stretching up to 90 days, suppliers warn of a possible supply hit while demanding timely settlement and reduction of excise duty

Hyderabad International Airport is trialling an autonomous food delivery robot that serves tea, coffee, and snacks to passengers. Partnering with Minerva, GMR Aero, and RG Fresh, the airport aims to enhance traveller convenience with technology-driven service innovations

Several Hyderabad temples, including Chilkur Balaji, Birla Mandir, Yadagirigutta, and TTD-administered Venkateswara temples, will remain closed during the lunar eclipse from Sunday evening, September 7, until Monday morning, September 8. Temples will reopen after completing Abhishekams and other rituals

Telangana is witnessing rising distress among farmers, weavers, auto drivers, and students under Congress rule, with hundreds of reported deaths in the past 22 months. Critics allege delays in welfare schemes and poor crisis management are worsening livelihoods and pushing communities into despair.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao criticised Chief Minister Revanth Reddy for allegedly misusing police to intimidate farmers protesting urea shortages. He condemned police presence at a farmer’s house in Rajanna Sircilla, warning the Congress government against filing cases on farmers.

Hyderabad police detained two men for using AI tools in a criminal conspiracy involving harassment, stalking and extortion. The accused targeted a woman and her daughter, fabricated audio clips and circulated them online to defame BJYM leader PM Sai Prasad.

A woman from Shanthi Nagar, Hyderabad, allegedly cheated around 200 investors in a Rs 3 crore chit fund scam. Running the scheme for 14 years, she reportedly failed to return deposits and has gone absconding. Police have launched a search

Hyderabad is all set for the grand Ganesh idol immersion on Saturday with 1.4 lakh idols to be immersed at Hussain Sagar and other lakes. The Khairatabad Ganesh will be immersed with the help of the Bahubali crane