Hyderabad

Four-year-old Ayan, born to parents from Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh and raised in Detroit, has completed reading 1,000 books before kindergarten. Encouraged by his parents and Auburn Hills Library’s reading programme, he was recognised as a “Super Reader"

Telangana has been grappling with a growing crisis in its education system, with over 2,200 schools reporting zero enrolments in the academic year 2024-25. The state's enrolment issues are part of a larger national problem, with West Bengal and Telangana contributing to over three-quarters of the country's schools with no children.

Owaisi accused the RSS and organisations sponsored or supported by it of being responsible for "spreading anti-Muslims hatred"

The Telangana Assembly monsoon session begins Saturday, with the Congress and BRS preparing for heated debates on the Kaleshwaram project report, BC reservations, urea shortage, and flood damage. The government is expected to table the Justice PC Ghose Commission report on Monday

MLR Institute opens courts and track to promote student fitness

March in Hyderabad calls for science, reason, and public awareness

Immersion of Ganesh idols began in Hyderabad on Friday, marking the third day of festivities. The GHMC set up 74 artificial ponds and identified 20 major lakes, deploying staff, cranes and sanitation teams to manage the immersion smoothly

Hyderabad’s LV Prasad Eye Institute has developed an AI-powered smartphone tool that detects glaucoma with over 92% accuracy, including 86.9% in early-stage cases. The low-cost, offline tool could revolutionize early diagnosis, particularly in rural and underserved communities.

Cyberabad Police held a meeting with school principals to address traffic congestion near educational institutions. Proposals included encouraging school bus use, car-pooling among parents, staggered timings, streamlined routes, and regular alcohol tests for bus staff to ensure safe and smooth transportation

Three officials of Cherlapalli Central Prison in Hyderabad were suspended after a remand prisoner briefly escaped while on wall-painting duty. The inmate, Shanth Kumar from Bihar, scaled the boundary wall but was soon nabbed following a swift police and jail operation

A 22-year-old painter from Chhattisgarh was murdered in Bharatnagar, Hyderabad, after being allegedly attacked by a mason, Rajaram, over a domestic dispute. The victim sustained grievous injuries and died in hospital. Police have launched an investigation to arrest the accused.

Andhra Pradesh CM N Chandrababu Naidu announced that South India will soon get bullet train connectivity linking Hyderabad, Chennai, Amaravati and Bengaluru. The project, covering a population of over five crore, will also be supported by upgraded international-standard roadways

A 16-year-old girl from Mahabubnagar, who had left home after a dispute with her parents, was found staying with an 18-year-old boy in Film Nagar. She alleged physical assault, leading to a POCSO case registered by Hyderabad police

With rising inflows into the Musi, the HMWSSB opened gates of Osman Sagar and Himayat Sagar, releasing surplus water. Moosarambagh bridge was closed and traffic diverted, while residents in low-lying areas were cautioned about possible flooding.

BRS legislators urged Speaker Gaddam Prasad to allow them to present a detailed account of the Kaleshwaram Lift Irrigation Scheme in the Assembly. The party said misinformation was being spread and raised concerns over Telangana’s water rights in the Godavari basin.

Telangana’s PRRD Department estimates Rs 374 crore to repair monsoon-damaged roads and culverts across 1,291 locations. Temporary repairs cost Rs 22.71 crore, permanent works Rs 352 crore. Minister D. Anasuya directed urgent restoration and relocation of residents in unsafe structures.

The Union Government has approved a seven-month extension for Telangana Chief Secretary K. Ramakrishna Rao from September 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This unusual tenure extension, the second of its kind, has sparked debates in political circles.

The Telangana R&B Department estimates Rs 1,211 crore for road and bridge repairs after monsoon damage. Over 1,000 km of roads, 356 culverts and 206 structures were hit. Minister Komatireddy Venkat Reddy directed urgent restoration and strict field monitoring.

Hyderabad City Police’s She Teams have deployed special measures to protect women and children during Ganesh festivities. Officers in plain clothes, backed by CCTV surveillance, will monitor pandals and immersion routes, with strict action against harassment or misconduct.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao accused the Congress government of inflating Telangana’s debt and spreading false claims about loan interest payments. The latest CAG report shows the State paid only Rs 9,355 crore in four months, contrary to government claims.

A man, around 50 years old, was found dead by suicide at Gymkhana Ground in Begumpet. Morning walkers discovered the body, and police are investigating to establish his identity.

Indane of Indian Oil Corporation marked its 60th anniversary with a free cancer screening camp in Secunderabad, benefiting over 100 women, employees, and workers through preventive breast and cervical cancer check-ups.

Indian archer T. Chikitha, fresh from winning India’s first-ever individual gold at the World Youth Archery Championship, received a grand welcome in Hyderabad, with Telangana Sports Minister vowing complete support

Hyderabad Ranji cricketer Mir Jaweed Ali retired from all formats, thanking HCA, teammates, and mentors. He played six Ranji matches, four Vijay Hazare Trophy games, and three T20s between 2020 and 2022.