Hyderabad

The Niri9 International Film Festival will host its third edition in Hyderabad on January 10–11, highlighting cultural ties between the North East and Telangana. The film fest received 176 entries across feature films, short films, shorter films, and documentaries.

The Rajasthan government has signed an Rs 8.5 crore MoU with IIT Hyderabad during Pravasi Rajasthani Divas 2025 to develop AI- and ML-based predictive systems for identifying critical minerals. Executed in four phases over 18 months, the project aims to strengthen Rajasthan’s mineral intelligence and position India as a leader in exploration technologies.

 The Combined Graduation Parade at Air Force Academy in Hyderabad culminated as the newly commissioned officers slow marched in two columns to the resonant notes of martial marching tunes, and with a special emotive moment as Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal AP Singh flew and led a three-aircraft Kiran formation above them

Ravindranath Yarlagadda, founder of VIYONA Fintech, is emerging as a thought leader in India’s fintech space, combining technology-driven solutions with social impact. His initiatives focus on digital payments, agri finance, and inclusion for farmers, FPOs, and small businesses.

Rein Bazaar police arrested two more suspects in the murder of businessman Junaid Bharmoos in Yakutpura. With this, eight people have been arrested so far. The businessman was allegedly killed by a group of 12 attackers in public view.

Hyderabad Police have issued detailed guidelines for New Year’s Eve celebrations, mandating prior permission for post-midnight events, CCTV coverage, crowd control, noise limits, and safety measures. Violations will invite strict legal action, officials warned.

Telangana police arrested eight people for allegedly consuming ganja at a house in Borabanda, Hyderabad. Police said one accused procured the drug from a supplier and shared it with others. The arrests followed a tip-off.

More than 1,000 people participated in a 3-km Digital Literacy Run organised by Kriti Social Initiatives in partnership with AMD at T-Works, Hyderabad, to promote digital inclusion and highlight the importance of technology-driven education among youth and communities

Hyderabad commuters will soon get relief as the free left lane near BRK Bhavan is set to reopen. GHMC completed the road works ahead of schedule, aiming to reduce traffic congestion and accidents at the busy Tri-Island junction.

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav met Bharat Rashtra Samithi working president KT Rama Rao over lunch at Rameshwaram Café in Madhapur. Party leaders said the informal interaction reflected the warm personal rapport shared by the two leaders.

Commuters and residents have raised safety concerns over the narrow Chandrayangutta–Pahadishareef stretch of National Highway 765. With widening works stalled and traffic increasing, locals are urging authorities to complete long-pending development to ease congestion and improve safety

Hyderabad Cybercrime police arrested 46 people in November for alleged cyber fraud. The accused were linked to 232 cases and Rs 92 crore in bank transactions. Several electronic devices, debit cards and fake ID proofs were seized.

Cybercrime police have cautioned citizens against using public Wi-Fi for banking and sensitive activities. Officials warned that both secured and unsecured networks pose risks, advising users to disable automatic connectivity and Bluetooth to prevent data theft and online fraud.

Hyderabad police arrested five people for allegedly selling and supplying drugs in the city. Hashish oil, ganja and other property worth Rs 70 lakh were seized. Police said the drugs were sourced from Odisha and sold locally.

A mega job fair will be organised in Hyderabad on December 16 at Masab Tank, offering employment opportunities across sectors including pharma, healthcare, IT, education and banking. SSC-qualified candidates can attend free on-spot interviews

BRS MLA T. Harish Rao slammed Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy and Rahul Gandhi over repeated food poisoning incidents in government schools, alleging negligence and poor food quality, after visiting affected students undergoing treatment in Hyderabad.

BRS Working President K.T. Rama Rao unveiled a QR code-embedded handloom shawl in Hyderabad, showcasing Telangana’s heritage and development. Woven by Sircilla weaver Nalla Vijay Kumar, the shawl blends tradition with digital innovation.

IIT Hyderabad will host the 58th Inter-IIT Sports Meet 2025 at its Kandi campus in Sangareddy from December 14. Over 4,500 students, faculty and staff from 23 IITs will participate in multiple sporting events.

The movement of a migrant tiger near coal mines in Mancherial district has kept forest and SCCL officials on high alert. Extensive safety measures, including CCTV camera traps and joint patrols, have been put in place to protect both miners and the animal.

A newly elected gram panchayat ward member has been accused of killing her husband in Mominpet, Vikarabad district. Police say the man was strangled at home on Friday night, and the woman has been taken into custody.

Speaking at the Air Force Academy’s graduation parade, CDS General Anil Chauhan said Operation Sindoor continues. Highlighting India’s robust institutions, joint operations, Atma Nirbharta, and innovation, he urged new officers to prepare for the evolving, technology-driven future of warfare

A sarpanch candidate suffered a heart attack at Jangarai village in Medak district on Friday night, a day before polling. The BRS-supported candidate was shifted to a Hyderabad hospital, where his condition is reported to be critical.

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi will attend a friendly football match featuring Lionel Messi during the GOAT India Tour event at Hyderabad’s RGI Cricket Stadium. The event will include a short exhibition match and tight security arrangements.

A 13-year-old girl, Shifa Khan, is feared to have been kidnapped after she went missing from Falaknuma in Hyderabad. Police have registered a kidnapping case and appealed to the public for information to trace and rescue her.