Hyderabad

Priests of the Kondagattu Anjaneya Swamy temple staged a dharna against Executive Officer Srikanth Rao, alleging abusive conduct and administrative issues. The protest followed a dispute over entry of political leaders and was later withdrawn after MLA intervention

The Hyderabad City Police confirmed that former Minister and Sircilla MLA KT Rama Rao was examined by the Special Investigation Team (SIT) in connection with the alleged illegal phone surveillance case registered at Punjagutta police station in 2024.

Eight constables from the Siddipet Police Commissionerate successfully completed the Procam Slam 2026, comprising four major national running events. Police Commissioner K Rashmi Perumal praised their discipline and urged others to adopt fitness as part of daily policing

On Vasant Panchami, Hyderabad GPO distributed books and postcards to Class IV students of a government school in Nampally under the Gyan Post initiative. The programme aimed to promote reading habits and introduce children to philately

A 20-year-old university student suffering from recurrent sleep paralysis with disturbing hallucinations was successfully treated at Arete Hospitals. Doctors attributed the condition to irregular sleep patterns and managed it through counselling, sleep hygiene education and lifestyle correction

The Knowledge Resource Centre of IIT Hyderabad inaugurated its first-ever Annual Book Fair 2026 at the campus Lecture Hall Complex. The two-day event brings together academic, children’s and general interest books, attracting students, faculty, parents and book enthusiasts

The Secunderabad Cantonment Board has cleared a four-lane Y-shaped flyover at Rasoolpura junction by issuing a NoC to the GHMC. The Rs 150 crore project aims to ease chronic traffic congestion at one of Hyderabad’s busiest junctions.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau has booked a disproportionate assets case against suspended Joint Sub-Registrar K Madhusudhan Reddy of Rangareddy district. Searches at multiple locations led to the detection of properties, cash and valuables worth over Rs 7.8 crore.

Students of the English and Foreign Languages University (EFLU) in Hyderabad have strongly criticised the administration’s decision to conduct student union elections for 2025-26 without a student-led commission. The outgoing union argued that the move violates the Lyngdoh Committee guidelines and the university’s own constitution, which mandate student representation in the election commission.

The Telangana government’s decision to shift several public offices into T-Hub has raised concerns over its impact on the startup ecosystem. Observers fear that high-footfall offices may affect the innovation-driven environment of the global incubation hub.

Hyderabad police have imposed prohibitory orders banning drones and other flying devices around Parade Grounds and nearby areas during Republic Day celebrations. The restrictions aim to prevent any breach of peace and ensure public safety.

Tension prevailed in Jangaon after a few Congress workers allegedly tried to assault BRS MLA Palla Rajeshwar Reddy during a programme attended by Minister D Anasuya. Police intervened in time and removed the accused worker, preventing further escalation

Doctors at Gandhi Hospital successfully performed complex surgeries on a 41-year-old woman with advanced kidney cancer that had spread to the Inferior Vena Cava. The coordinated effort of multiple departments helped save the patient’s life

BRS chief and former Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao extended financial assistance to the family of late BRS leader Kusuma Jagadish. He handed over a cheque to support the medical education of Jagadish’s daughter and assured continued support to the family

A man was critically injured after being stabbed in a property-related dispute at Maisammaguda in Pet Basheerabad on Friday. Police arrested the accused following a complaint and are investigating the circumstances that led to the knife attack.

ICRISAT research shows that transplanting pigeonpea instead of direct sowing can significantly improve yields, reduce climate risks and shorten crop duration. Field trials found stronger plants and better productivity under rainfed conditions, helping farmers narrow the existing yield gap sustainably

Novotel Hyderabad Convention Centre is hosting ‘Padharo Mhare Desh’, a Rajasthani food festival led by guest chef Chetan Singh from Novotel Jaipur, offering traditional dishes, live counters and classic desserts from January 27 to 31.

The Nehru Zoological Park is set to introduce a new EV train for visitors to go around the sprawling campus, covering enclosures like Tigers, Lions, Giraffe, and Elephants among other animals. The new train is expected to hit the tracks in the month of March

Senior BRS leaders accused the Congress government of misusing the SIT to harass the opposition and divert attention from governance failures ahead of municipal elections. They questioned selective probes and warned of action against irregularities if BRS returns to power

The annual Vasantha Panchami festival was celebrated with religious fervour at the Sri Gnana Saraswathi Devasthanam in Basar on Friday. Around three lakh devotees attended rituals, special prayers and Aksharabhyasam, with elaborate arrangements made for smooth conduct

Regulatory authorities have launched a nationwide crackdown on kumkum and ritual powders adulterated with toxic industrial chemicals, following DCGI directives mandating strict testing, BIS compliance and legal action under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act to protect public health.

Hyderabad-based fintech firm UpTik will host the International Conference on Investments & Global Affairs at the BSE in Mumbai on January 24, bringing together global investors and policy experts to discuss capital flows, alternative investments and regulatory frameworks.

Medchal police arrested a 50-year-old shepherd for allegedly murdering his landlord, a painter, at Gowdavelli village. The accused reportedly killed the victim with an axe to evade repayment of borrowed money. Investigation is ongoing.

One person suffered serious injuries and two others minor injuries after an electric hoarding collapsed at Medaram on Friday. The incident has raised safety concerns among devotees ahead of the Medaram festivities, with complaints of poor coordination among departments