Hyderabad

In an unusual development, Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma, a judicial member of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), has recused himself from an insolvency case citing an alleged approach by “one of the most revered members of the higher judiciary” seeking a favourable order.

South Central Railway has shifted 18 trains from Secunderabad station to Malkajgiri, Hyderabad (Nampally), and Charlapalli between October 27 and November 26 due to redevelopment works. Passengers are advised to check new terminals and plan travel accordingly

South Central Railway will run eight special MMTS trains on September 6–7 and 7–8 nights to manage Ganesh idol immersion rush in Hyderabad. The late-night trains will cover key routes and halt at all major MMTS stations

A breakthrough study from Hyderabad’s CCMB has revealed a novel cell mechanism, dubbed "Programmed Cell Revival", that enables damaged cells to recover and regenerate tissues in various organisms.

Manea The Salon launched its 79th franchise at Kondapur, Hyderabad. The inauguration was attended by Jabardasth Varsha, Uday Kumar Koneru and others. The salon announced expansion plans across India and offers a wide range of grooming and beauty services

Osmania University’s E1 hostel, housing law students, is plagued by flooding, unsafe wiring, lack of drinking water and sanitation issues. Students say complaints have gone unanswered, even as officials indicate plans to shift them to a newly launched hostel

The South Central Railway clarified that the issue at Arts College Railway Station subway, reported earlier as unsafe for pedestrians, has been resolved. The GHMC attended to storm water drainage works at the underpass following recent heavy rains

The Hyderabad Traffic Police has announced traffic diversions and parking arrangements in view of the Khairatabad Bada Ganesh installation. Restrictions will be in place from August 27 to September 6. Commuters are advised to use public transport and carpooling

The EAGLE Telangana Task Force busted a narcotics racket operating near Mahindra University, arresting four and seizing marijuana and OG weed. Linked to interstate and foreign suppliers, the racket exposed 50 students as consumers. Cyberabad Narcotics Police are investigating

Bandlaguda police arrested three persons, including a 17-year-old juvenile, for assaulting two bikers after a road accident near Savera Hotel. The suspects thrashed the victims with a plastic cricket bat. Police tracked them using video and CCTV footage

Hodd’s Cocktail Bar, Hyatt Hyderabad Gachibowli, is hosting an exclusive Bar Takeover by Red Bar, New Delhi. Led by celebrated mixologist Virender Singh, the event offers guests cocktails inspired by shades of red, blending storytelling with innovative mixology

In a fortnight-long drive, Rachakonda She Teams apprehended 152 persons, including 79 minors, for harassing women across metro trains, stations, bus stops, colleges and workplaces. Offenders underwent counselling, while police also conducted awareness programmes on child marriages

Telangana records nearly 300 dog bites a day, with 3.4 lakh cases in three years. Experts warn of untreated trauma, especially in children, making it a public health emergency.

The Telangana State Road Transport Corporation (TGSRTC) will add 235 electric buses in Hyderabad by year-end, supported by new charging depots at Ranigunj and Hayathnagar. Officials say e-buses cut running costs to Rs 8/km compared to Rs 20/km for diesel buses.

A six-year-old boy, Mohd Umair, drowned in Sunnam Cheruvu at Adibatla on Monday while following his mother near the lake. Despite her attempts to save him, Umair slipped into the water and drowned. Police have begun an investigation.

A rift has surfaced in Telangana Congress as CM Revanth Reddy rejects promotion of traditional occupations, while TPCC president Mahesh Kumar Goud stresses their protection, exposing contradictions in the party’s welfare promises.

Advocates boycotted court duties in Hyderabad after lawyer Srikanth was allegedly attacked during proceedings. Lawyers demanded immediate implementation of the Advocate Protection Act, warning of a constitutional agitation if the government fails to act.

The Telangana STF busted a fake liquor label racket in Kushaiguda, arresting two associates of a jailed suspect. Officials seized 31,900 fake pouches, 5,000 duplicate excise labels, and printing equipment.

Prof M Ghanashyam Krishna of the University of Hyderabad has been elected Academician of the Asia Pacific Academy of Materials, recognised for his pioneering work in thin films, nanostructured materials, and sensors.

Ravinder (32) and his 13-year-old daughter Krupa died when a concrete mixer allegedly hit their bike from behind near Chevella. Police are investigating the incident.

Vritti Agarwal of St. Francis College bagged gold in 50m and 100m butterfly and 100m backstroke events, helping her college win the Osmania University inter-college women’s swimming championship ahead of Loyola Academy and Villa Marie College.

A cultural programme at the Government Degree College for Women, Golconda, celebrated Urdu through poetry, prose, and drama, rekindling appreciation for the language and its literary treasures among students and faculty.

After a brief break, rainfall returns to Telangana with light to moderate showers in Hyderabad and heavy downpours in districts, driven by a low pressure system over Odisha. IMD warns of thunderstorms in eastern districts.

A Telangana State Road Transport Corporation bus caught fire near Mehdipatnam bus stop. Quick action by the driver and passengers ensured everyone escaped safely. Fire department doused flames, though the front portion of the bus was badly damaged.