Hyderabad

The Mailardevpally Police, with the help of the Government Railway Police, rescued three missing minor girls from the Dakshin Express at Bina Railway Station in Madhya Pradesh. The girls were traced using CCTV footage and mobile phone analysis before being reunited with their families

With the FIH Hockey World Cup 2026 approaching, Indian men's and women's midfielders have highlighted the importance of communication, composure and decision-making. Senior players including Manpreet Singh, Hardik Singh, VS Prasad and Sakshi Rana shared their preparations ahead of the tournament

The India Meteorological Department, Hyderabad, has issued a heavy rainfall alert for 16 districts in Telangana over the next 48 hours. Hyderabad and several other districts are also likely to experience thunderstorms, lightning and strong winds.

The BRS has urged the Telangana government to cancel the lease of 1.04 acres of Telangana Urdu Academy land to a private company and order an independent inquiry, alleging the land was leased without a transparent tender process or competitive bidding.

The BRS intensified its attack on the Congress government after the High Court directed the removal of HYDRAA Commissioner AV Ranganath. Party leaders demanded a judicial probe into HYDRAA's functioning, alleging selective action, irregularities and misuse of power since the agency's inception.

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy defended HYDRAA after High Court observations against its Commissioner and said the agency would be strengthened. He alleged that encroachers were misleading the court and asserted that HYDRAA would continue protecting lakes, nalas, and government land.

A woman died after falling under an RTC bus while riding a scooter at Kacheguda on Tuesday evening. Police said she allegedly lost control while attempting to overtake the bus. The circumstances surrounding the accident are under investigation.

A CCMB-NCF study has mapped the genomes of four Asian hornbill species for the first time in India. The research reveals that ancient climate changes caused population declines, reducing genetic diversity and increasing the birds’ vulnerability to modern environmental threats.

A 44-year-old woman from Telangana, Sripati Deepa Reddy, died in a road accident in New Jersey, USA. A native of Ranga Reddy district, she had settled in the US with her husband. The incident has left her family and friends devastated.

The Prohibition and Excise Department's Special Task Force has busted an alleged non-duty-paid liquor racket near Pahadishareef and seized 98 bottles worth about Rs 2 lakh. Two Ibrahimpatnam residents were identified during the operation, and further legal action has begun.

The Government Railway Police and Railway Protection Force arrested an Odisha youth at Charlapalli Railway Station for allegedly smuggling marijuana into Hyderabad. Officials seized nearly 7 kg of the contraband worth over Rs 3 lakh during an anti-drug operation.

Pegasystems has expanded its University Academic Programme by adding three implementation partners to train engineering students in AI and intelligent automation. The initiative will begin in August, targeting 500 students initially before expanding to 1,000 graduates across 50 university campuses.

A Hyderabad businessman allegedly lost Rs 3.10 crore to fraudsters who promised to develop a customised mobile application. After receiving the money in multiple instalments, the accused allegedly failed to deliver the project, prompting the Cyber Crime Police to register a case and investigate.

South Central Railway has extended the operation of special trains between Charlapalli and Patna to accommodate increased passenger demand. The services will continue until September, with trains operating on select weekdays and offering 3AC, 3AC Economy, Sleeper, and General Second Class coaches.

The University of Hyderabad has opened applications for its five-year Bachelor of Optometry programme for the 2026–27 academic year. Admissions will be based on NEET UG 2026 scores, with applications closing on August 7 and counselling scheduled for August 21.

A policy brief led by Hyderabad's ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition recommends imposing health taxes on sweets and sugar-sweetened beverages to curb childhood obesity and lifestyle diseases. The report says higher taxes, combined with broader reforms, could reduce unhealthy food consumption and boost government revenue.

Kotak Education Foundation has launched the Kotak Kanya Scholarship 2026, offering Rs 1.5 lakh annually to meritorious girl students pursuing professional undergraduate courses. The programme also provides mentoring and life-skills support, with 500 new scholars to be selected for 2026–27.

GMR Aero Technic has signed a licensing agreement with Honeywell Aerospace to repair and overhaul critical line-replaceable units used in LEAP engines powering Airbus A320neo and Boeing 737 MAX aircraft, reducing turnaround times and improving maintenance support for airlines across the region.

Many Hyderabad localities include the word "tekri," meaning a small rocky hill. Although urbanisation has erased many of these natural elevations, their names continue to preserve the city's geological heritage and the historical landmarks that once stood atop these hillocks.

Bullet Survivor combines classic arcade shooting with tower defense and RPG progression to create an enjoyable mobile experience. While repetitive gameplay eventually reduces the challenge, its nostalgic visuals, satisfying upgrades, and strategic power-up system make it a worthwhile free-to-play Android title.

Several districts in northern and eastern Telangana, including Mancherial, Mulugu, and Peddapalli, recorded heavy rainfall exceeding 100 mm, while Hyderabad saw moderate showers ranging between 15 mm and 64 mm.

A 60-year-old SPO constable, Nagarjuna Reddy, collapsed due to a suspected heart attack while on duty at Chikkadpally Police Station in Hyderabad. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, he passed away during treatment.

A man identified as Ravi Kumar has been arrested by Malkajgiri police in Hyderabad for allegedly luring a four-year-old girl with chocolates and sexually assaulting her. The child reported the incident to her mother, leading to the suspect’s arrest.

A 40-year-old woman, Swathi, died of electrocution while using an immersion water heater at her residence in Peerzadiguda, Medipally. She accidentally came into contact with water while the heater was switched on, resulting in instant death.