Hyderabad

A 24-year-old businessman from Nagarkurnool died by suicide in Vanasthalipuram, allegedly after being blackmailed by his girlfriend and her parents using AI-morphed photos. Police said the suicide note claimed ₹6 lakh was extorted from him.

Residents of Madhu Park Ridge have decided to challenge the proposed Gandhi Sarovar Project legally, citing displacement concerns due to land acquisition. They plan to file a PIL by month-end after reviewing the government’s project presentation and DPR in the Assembly.

A painter was allegedly murdered by his acquaintance at a labour adda in Borabanda after an argument on Sunday morning. The accused later attacked the victim with a granite stone while he slept. Police registered a case and formed three teams to trace him.

Teaching and non-teaching staff of KGBVs, Urban Residential Schools and Samagra Shiksha institutions in Telangana will begin phased protests from Monday, demanding better service conditions, salary revisions and health benefits, with a ‘Chalo Assembly’ programme planned if their issues remain unresolved.

Cyberabad police booked 273 motorists during weekend drunk-driving checks across the city. Most offenders were two-wheeler riders. Officials said 16 persons recorded blood alcohol content above 301 mg/100 ml and all accused would be produced before the court.

Contract employees working under the National AYUSH Mission and National Health Mission in Telangana have not received salaries for three to four months, affecting nearly 19,000 families. Workers say the delay has forced many to take loans to manage household expenses.

Around 150 contract employees working at computer centres and libraries under the Telangana State Urdu Academy have not received salaries for nine months. Their association has urged the government to clear pending dues immediately, warning of protests if the issue remains unresolved.

Chief Minister Revanth Reddy defended the demolition of Madhu Park Ridge apartments under the Gandhi Sarovar project, stating that the complex was built illegally within the 50-metre buffer zone of River Esa. He alleged that builders misrepresented the river as a drain to secure permissions in 2004.

A 32-year-old woman was robbed of a gold chain and mobile phone by two unidentified men near KBR Park in Banjara Hills on Saturday night. Police registered a case and formed special teams to identify and arrest the suspects.

The SFI Telangana committee has urged the State government not to implement NEP 2020, claiming it favours corporate interests. The student body demanded an alternative policy, timely scholarships, fee reimbursements, and improved hostel and mess facilities for students.

Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy inaugurated the renovated Nizam-era assembly hall in Hyderabad, which will now serve as the state’s legislative council. Originally built between 1905 and 1913 as the Town Hall during Nizam rule, the heritage structure is celebrated for its Indo-Saracenic architecture.

An anonymous bomb threat email sent to Hyderabad’s RGI Airport on Saturday caused panic and delayed a Singapore-bound flight by 13 hours. Security teams thoroughly checked the aircraft before declaring the threat a hoax.

The visitors pressed for the winner, it was Lalruatsanga of the hosts who found the decisive goal in the 91st minute, handing Sreenidi Deccan FC their first defeat of the season

The Telangana government announced that superstar Chiranjeevi will receive the NTR National Film Award, while Kamal Haasan will be honoured with the Paidi Jairaj Film Award. The recognitions are part of the Telangana Gaddar Film Awards 2025

Builders in Hyderabad have opposed the State government’s new rule mandating 10 per cent TDR utilisation for buildings above 10 floors. Developers warn the policy could raise apartment prices by Rs 350–400 per sft and have urged the government to reconsider the order

Farmers and farm organisations questioned the State government’s claim of providing 24-hour power supply during a public hearing on TGSPDCL tariff proposals in Hyderabad. They also raised concern over recurring electrocution deaths in agricultural fields and delays in ex gratia payments

BRS MLC Dasoju Sravan demanded that the Congress government amend GO 84, alleging it harms the outdoor media sector. He sought restoration of nearly 3,000 cancelled billboards and warned of legal action if the government fails to address the concerns

The National Investigation Agency has issued notices to several people who attended and addressed the funeral of CPI (Maoist) leader K Ramachandra Reddy in Siddipet district last year. The individuals have been asked to appear before the NIA this month

The escalating Iran conflict could disrupt LNG supplies to India, raising concerns over urea production at the Ramagundam fertiliser plant. Experts warn this may worsen the existing fertiliser shortage in Telangana ahead of the kharif crop season

Builders in Hyderabad have opposed the new TDR rules mandating usage for high-rise buildings above 10 floors, warning that the policy could significantly increase project costs and lead to higher apartment prices for homebuyers

The Telangana Pollution Control Board has sought interim recommendations from NIT Warangal on the Condition Assessment and Management Plan of River Krishna. Officials discussed implementing immediate measures instead of waiting for the final study report

State universities in Telangana, including Osmania University, have resolved to implement the National Education Policy 2020 framework for UG and PG programmes from the 2026–27 academic year. Kakatiya University will conduct CPGET for admissions

Singareni Collieries CMD Dr Buddha Prakash Jyothi visited coal mines in Manuguru and Kothagudem to review production and mining operations. He inspected opencast and underground mines and directed officials to focus on safety, coal quality and achieving production targets

The Indian School of Business celebrated the graduation of 478 students across PGP and AMPBA batches at its Hyderabad campus. The ceremony highlighted responsible leadership, with awards for academic excellence and recognition for faculty and academic associates.