Hyderabad

The first EVM randomisation for the Jubilee Hills Assembly constituency bye-election was conducted at Victoria Play Ground, Chaderghat. District Election Officer also inaugurated the MCC control room to monitor violations during the upcoming bypoll

Congress candidate Naveen Yadav has accused AIMIM of betrayal, straining the alliance between the two parties ahead of the Jubilee Hills by-election. His remarks contradict TPCC chief Mahesh Kumar Goud’s stance, who reaffirmed AIMIM as a friendly ally.

The BJP State president accused the Congress government of negligence after the Telangana High Court stayed local body elections. He criticised delays in implementing 42% BC reservations and urged the government to approach the Supreme Court for resolution

The BRS working president accused the Congress government of deceiving Backward Classes over 42% reservation in local body elections, calling its decisions legally unsustainable. He blamed both State and Centre for delaying justice and urged voters to hold Congress accountable

Hyderabad Police caught a man carrying Rs 9 lakh unaccounted cash at Jubilee Hills metro station during a by-poll related check. The man failed to provide documents explaining the source. Police will hand over the cash to the returning officer

TTD 2026 calendars and diaries are now available for purchase in Hyderabad at SV Temples in Himayatnagar and Jubilee Hills. Options include wall calendars, table-top calendars, deluxe and small diaries. Devotees can also order online via official TTD websites.

Telugu Titans maintained their unbeaten record in PKL 12 with a 46-29 win over Haryana Steelers. Captain Vijay Malik emphasized team unity, while coach Krishan Hooda praised Bharat Hooda’s performance and his team's consistent efforts in the tournament

Telangana’s Gadipalli Prashanth has been appointed captain of the Indian men’s team for the 2025 World Paravolleyball World Cup in Fort Wayne, USA. A dedicated player, Prashanth has represented India at the 2023 ParaVolley World Cup in Cairo

In a joint operation, the EAGLE team and Narsingi Police arrested two men at Manchirevula for smuggling cocaine and seized 107.4 grams of the drug. The duo sourced it from a Mumbai supplier, who remains absconding

Cyberabad Cybercrime police solved two major fraud cases in a week, arresting seven suspects from different states. They recovered Rs 75.12 lakh for 53 victims and cracked a Rs 2.7 crore corporate impersonation scam involving the Greenko Group

Residents of Siddharth Nagar in Jubilee Hills are angry after a good road was dug up ahead of a by-election, disrupting traffic and utilities. Water supply has also worsened as tankers avoid damaged roads. GHMC officials plan to verify the works

ABVP’s Osmania University unit demanded a reduction in TG SET exam fees, saying they are much higher than NET charges. The student group also sought rescheduling to avoid clash with NET dates. OU officials assured to review the request

Rising Stars (Secunderabad) defeated WE3 ‘B’ 55-53 in a nail-biting match, while St. Francis Boys comfortably won 60-49 against Trinity BP in the Annual League Basketball Championship 2025-26 for the G M Sampath Kumar Trophy at YMCA Secunderabad

BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar said the Telangana government will decide its next steps, including legal measures, after receiving the High Court order on the stay of local body election notification. Ministers reiterated commitment to 42 percent BC reservations

KTR said Hyderabad is emerging as India’s top GCC hub, crediting BRS reforms for its growth. Speaking at the GCC Summit, he urged the current government to sustain investment momentum and highlighted chartered accountants’ role in strengthening investor confidence

Cotton farmers in Sangareddy struggle to sell their produce as the Kapas Kisan app becomes mandatory for slot booking. Many lack smartphones or awareness, forcing them to visit Mee Seva centres and adding to losses amid heavy rains

Moghalpura police arrested two persons for allegedly attacking a parcel delivery boy, Nadeem Qureshi, at Sultan Shahi. The incident occurred when the suspects argued with him while he was waiting to deliver a parcel, causing injuries

Heavy rains and Dasara holidays have delayed garbage collection in Hyderabad, leaving roads littered and foul-smelling. GHMC officials say 90% of sanitation staff have returned and cleanup has resumed. The Commissioner ordered urgent sanitation and road safety measures

The EAGLE team busted a secret drug manufacturing unit in Jeedimetla, arresting four and seizing 220 kg of Ephedrine worth Rs 72 crore. The accused used a pharma factory in Bollaram for production. One director remains absconding

The Technical Education department, which released seat allotments for students who participated in the TG ICET special phase counselling on Thursday, has allotted a total of 30,371 out of 37,860 seats, leaving 7,489 vacant

Prof. V. Balakista Reddy, Chairman of Telangana State Council for Higher Education, delivered a keynote on the RTI Act at MLR Institute of Technology, highlighting transparency, accountability, and the importance of constitutional literacy among over 1,000 participating students

The Telangana High Court granted an interim stay on local body elections, following petitions challenging the enhancement of Backward Classes reservation from 23% to 42% through GO No. 9. The State has four weeks to file a counter

With the US, UK and Canada tightening visa rules and costs rising, Indian students, especially from Telugu States, are exploring new study destinations like New Zealand, Germany, and Italy that offer easier visa policies, affordability and better post-study work opportunities

Continuous rains for over two weeks have hit business in Hyderabad’s old city, with traders near Charminar reporting poor sales due to fewer tourists and local buyers. Many are struggling to pay workers’ salaries, shop rents and utility bills