Hyderabad

A Nampally court dismissed a case registered against BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao and party working president KT Rama Rao related to the Sakala Janula Samme during the Telangana statehood movement. The case had been registered by Banjara Hills police in 2011

Jadcherla Congress MLA Anirudh Reddy sparked controversy by demanding the reopening of arrack outlets in Telangana, claiming arrack consumption was not harmful to health. He said he would raise the issue during the upcoming budget session of the Assembly

Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said he had categorised IPS officers into three groups based on their profiles and could recall their category by name. Addressing the Police Officers Retreat, he urged officers to avoid complacency and strengthen policing

The HMWS&SB completed repair works of a 1200 mm main water pipeline that burst near Bulkpur village early Monday. Water is being gradually released into the line as supply is restored to several areas including Gandipet, Kokapet, Narsingi and Manikonda

Police resorted to a lathi charge at Tank Bund and near the Telangana Secretariat in Hyderabad on Sunday night after large crowds gathered to celebrate India’s T-20 World Cup victory over New Zealand. Around five persons were reportedly injured in the incident

Cyclist and wellness advocate Kanthi Dutt has launched an 800-kilometer cycling expedition from Hyderabad to Mumbai titled ‘The Fear Project’. The eight-day journey aims to promote fitness, encourage cycling, and raise awareness about mental and physical well-being among youth

HYDRAA teams demolished a compound wall at the Praneeth Antilia villa community in Bachupally amid protests from residents. The action, taken following High Court directions, aims to open an alternative route to ease traffic congestion on the busy Mallampet–Bachupally road

Groundwater levels across Hyderabad are falling sharply even before peak summer. Tanker demand is rising and borewells are under stress. Here’s what the latest data means for residents this summer.

A senior citizen driving a car in Secunderabad reportedly suffered a cardiac arrest and lost control of his vehicle, hitting several cars. Traffic inspector Ravi Kumar rushed to the scene, performed CPR, and shifted him to a hospital.

Concerns have been raised over the conduct of elections for the posts of secretary and treasurer in the Hyderabad Cricket Association, with stakeholders questioning voter list preparation, adherence to court directions and transparency amid ongoing litigation and administrative scrutiny

The GHMC has launched the MyCURE app and a WhatsApp service to allow residents to lodge complaints on civic issues like roads, sanitation, and drainage, while Malkajgiri MC also offers a WhatsApp facility for garbage and green waste complaints.

The Anti-Corruption Bureau caught two Armed Reserve Sub-Inspectors attached to the Cybercrime Police Station in LB Nagar while allegedly accepting a Rs 1 lakh bribe. Acting on a complaint, officials laid a trap and recovered the cash before remanding them to judicial custody.

Families of two brain-dead individuals from Rangareddy and Peddapally districts donated their organs under the State-run Jeevandan initiative, enabling surgeons to retrieve 10 organs that were allocated to patients in need, offering them a renewed chance at life.

A major water pipeline between Singapur and Khanapur burst near Bulkpur village early Monday, disrupting water supply to several areas in Hyderabad’s western suburbs. HMWSSB officials have begun emergency repairs and arranged tanker supply for affected residents.

Women riders from Telangana Women Moto Bikers celebrated International Women’s Day with a vibrant gathering at Caphe Bistro in the Financial District, choosing interaction, games and shared experiences over a ride to promote confidence, camaraderie and empowerment.

The Indian Institute of Management and Commerce, Khairatabad, conducted an Online Commerce Talent Test with participation from nearly 1,700 students across 75 cities in India and 13 countries. The initiative aimed to promote commerce education and encourage academic excellence.

Controversies over land acquisition have intensified in Telangana since the Congress government assumed power, with farmers, students and residents staging protests over projects ranging from pharma villages to IT parks and roads, citing environmental concerns, poor compensation and livelihood threats.

IHM Hyderabad has announced admissions for its three-year B.Sc. in Hospitality and Hotel Administration for the 2026–27 academic year. Eligible Class 12 students can apply through the NCHM JEE, with the registration deadline set for March 25.

Groundwater levels in several Hyderabad localities have declined sharply ahead of summer, raising fears of a water crisis. Tanker demand and water supply complaints have also increased, signalling rising pressure on the city’s water resources.

Cyber fraudsters are sending fake notices in the name of the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre to extort money from individuals and institutions. Telangana police have warned the public to ignore such threats and report them immediately through the cyber helpline 1930.

A retired district judge from Malkajgiri in Hyderabad was allegedly cheated of over Rs 1 crore in a ‘digital arrest’ scam. Fraudsters posing as law enforcement officials threatened him with arrest and forced him to transfer money to multiple bank accounts.

Regulators in Telangana have begun monitoring online medicine prices amid concerns that e-pharmacies may be using location-based algorithms to alter prices. Authorities are checking whether advertised discounts are genuine or if base prices are inflated before discounts are applied.

Construction management platform Powerplay has expanded its procurement-linked credit solution to Hyderabad, integrating financing into contractor workflows. With over 2,000 projects already on the platform, the move aims to help builders manage cash flows as the city’s construction sector grows.

A 12-year-old Hyderabad Kuchipudi dancer performed along the entire 3-km Giri Pradakshana route at Yadadri temple on Swati Nakshatram. The unique performance blended art and devotion, drawing the attention of devotees participating in the sacred ritual.