Hyderabad

Siva Sivani Institute of Management hosted the 27th edition of its intercollegiate fest Samanvay 2026 at its Kompally campus, featuring 13 competitive events and drawing over 4,000 students from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh and neighbouring States

The Professor Jayashankar Telangana Agricultural University cancelled admissions of 35 agricultural extension officers, who are pursuing BSc Agriculture as in-service students, and four varsity staff for involvement in the question paper leak scam.

Y Srikar Reddy and Amogth Divin struck centuries to headline the Kaka Venkataswamy Memorial Telangana Inter-district T20 cricket championship. Nizamabad, Khammam, Hyderabad and Ranga Reddy recorded wins in matches at Warangal and Siddipet, showcasing strong batting and bowling performances

The Future Kids won the under-11 girls inter-school basketball championship at Phoenix Green School, Hyderabad, defeating Indus International 10-4 in the final. Earlier, they beat Chirec School in the semifinals, while Indus International overcame Sadhana School

India’s leading boxers including Minakshi Hooda, Nikhat Zareen, Hitesh Gulia and Pawan Bartwal stormed into the semi-finals of the Elite National Boxing Championships in Greater Noida with commanding wins, highlighting their dominance across men’s and women’s categories

The Telangana High Court has permitted a petitioner to present visuals in a case challenging the proposed Hyderabad Metro Rail Phase-II, Corridor-VI alignment through heritage precincts in the Old City.

Former Minister and senior BRS leader T. Harish Rao has strongly criticised police action against unemployed youth protesting for government job notifications in Hyderabad. He demanded the immediate release of those detained and an inquiry into the alleged lathi-charge.

Hyderabad police launch a massive crackdown on banned Chinese manja, booking 103 cases and arresting 143 people. Authorities warn of strict legal action and public safety risks.

The State Election Commission has announced the publication schedule for final electoral rolls and polling station lists across Telangana. Ward-wise rolls will be released on January 12, followed by polling station details on January 16. Draft lists will be uploaded on Te-Poll on January 13.

Several parts of Hyderabad will face a 36-hour drinking water supply disruption from January 10 to 11 due to maintenance works on pumping mains and reservoirs, the Hyderabad Metropolitan Water Supply and Sewerage Board announced on Thursday.

Following disappointing Gram Panchayat election results, the Congress leadership in Telangana faces internal dissent and unease ahead of municipal polls. Rebels, ticket distribution issues and criticism over fielding relatives of leaders have added to the party’s challenges

The Hindustan Institute for Industrial Training and Management Skills (HIITMS) Academy held its annual Graduation Ceremony and Youth Fest 2026 at Vivaha Resort, Hyderabad. Over 120 students from Fashion Design and Makeup Artistry courses received certificates.

The National Testing Agency has revised the examination dates for JEE Main 2026 Session 1. Paper I will be held between January 21 and 28, while Paper II is scheduled for January 29, according to an official notice.

Durga Ujwal’s unbeaten century led Ranga Reddy to an eight-wicket win as Sangareddy, Vikarabad, and Nizamabad also registered victories

The batter who is leading Hyderabad in Vijay Hazare Trophy, complained of acute pain and was taken to a hospital in Rajkot where he underwent a surgery for ‘testicular torison’

Unemployed youth staged a massive protest in Hyderabad demanding the release of the promised job calendar and recruitment notifications. The agitation was sparked by IT Minister D. Sridhar Babu’s statement on challenges in filling vacancies, which contradicted earlier assurances of two lakh government jobs.

Hyderabadis saved Rs.114.8 crore via Swiggy Dineout, drove premium dining growth, embraced late-night orders, and favored Chicken Biryani, Idli, and Veg Dosa, reflecting a strong food culture

Instamart and YISU partnered to launch a three-month skill-based program training 5,000+ youth in quick commerce operations, preparing them for managerial roles and leadership in dark store and last-mile logistics

The Telangana Teaching Government Doctors Association (TTGDA) has urged the State government to address long-pending demands, including peripheral medical college allowances, a special transfer policy, and retirement benefits.

SNIST Hyderabad is hosting a six-day AICTE–ATAL online Faculty Development Program on AI in healthcare, featuring expert lectures and hands-on sessions, running until January 10, 2026, with over 410 participants

Hyderabad Cybercrime Police intensified enforcement in December 2025, arresting 43 suspects across India and recovering over Rs. 2 crore of fraud money. Officials flagged large-scale investment and digital arrest frauds linked to multi-State cybercrime networks

Doctors from government medical colleges and hospitals across Telangana are continuing black badge protests against Government Order 229, which seeks to add four new ex-officio members to the Telangana Medical Council.

BRS leader T Harish Rao accused Central, Telangana, and Andhra governments of negligence over Krishna River telemetry systems, alleging fund diversion, illegal water usage, and delays harming Telangana’s interests

Malkajgiri Police recovered 1,039 lost and stolen mobile phones worth Rs 2.08 crore using the CEIR portal and returned them to owners. Citizens are urged to safeguard devices, use strong passwords, and report lost phones promptly.