Hyderabad

Danish Malewar, a 21-year-old cricketer from Vidarbha, is gaining attention for his strong domestic performances. Signed by Mumbai Indians for IPL 2026, he played a key role in Vidarbha’s Ranji Trophy campaign and is seen as a promising talent

The Indian U17 men’s team will play two friendly matches against Qatar in Doha on April 25 and 28 as part of preparations for the AFC U17 Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2026. Both matches will be held behind closed doors

The AIFF Election Committee, led by Sunil Arora, visited the Football House and reviewed the new governance framework following the adoption of the Supreme Court-approved constitution. The panel will reconvene after amendments to the constitution are completed

Indian junior shooters will begin their campaign at the ISSF Junior World Cup in Cairo, with medal events in 10m Air Rifle Women and 10m Air Pistol Men. India has fielded a strong 71-member contingent for the competition

Mahindra University has signed an MoU with Temple University, USA, to offer a dual bachelor’s-master’s programme and promote academic exchanges. The collaboration aims to enhance global exposure, joint research, and curriculum development for students and faculty

A prisoner who escaped from police custody near Chanchalguda crossroads in Hyderabad was caught within minutes. Sadula Naresh, arrested in vehicle theft cases, was apprehended by police shortly after fleeing, and a fresh case has been registered against him

TGSRTC unions under the Joint Action Committee have announced a statewide strike from April 22 after failed talks with the state government. Leaders are mobilising workers, demanding implementation of promises, merger with the government, and improved pay and job security.

CCOB Jr FC secured a dominant 10-0 win over Social Sporting FC in the TFA C-Division Football League Championship at Gymkhana Ground. Ali Kaseri starred with six goals, while Jasim Yadai added two and others contributed to the big victory

A Fly91 flight from Hyderabad to Hubballi was diverted to Bengaluru after hovering mid-air for hours due to adverse weather, triggering panic among passengers. The airline clarified there was no technical issue and termed the diversion a standard safety procedure

The Telangana Board of Intermediate Education has extended the deadline for payment of fees for Intermediate Public Advanced Supplementary Examinations till April 23. The extension applies to both first and second-year students under general and vocational streams

Severe thundershowers with lightning and gusty winds are likely to continue across Telangana for another week, IMD Hyderabad said. While evening temperatures may dip slightly, daytime temperatures in over 20 districts will remain high, with alerts issued for multiple regions.

Hyderabad traffic police have issued an advisory ahead of IPL 2026 matches at Uppal stadium, warning of congestion and announcing diversions. Commuters are advised to avoid key routes and use public transport to ease traffic pressure on match days

Cyberabad EOW has registered a case against Sandhya Constructions owner and his wife for allegedly cheating a Delhi-based firm of Rs 14.85 crore in a land deal. Police are probing the transaction and claims related to the firm’s name change

The National Medical Commission has issued draft rules allowing Armed Forces doctors to register with one State Medical Council while practising across India. The proposal aims to ease regulatory requirements and has been opened for public feedback before final notification

Cyberabad Cybercrime police arrested a man from Nalgonda for allegedly posting abusive and defamatory content against actress Anasuya Bharadwaj on social media. The action followed a complaint filed by the actress over repeated online harassment

The first leg of Taekwondo Premier League Season 2 concluded in Hyderabad with top athletes showcasing their skills. The event featured strong competition among teams and ended with an award ceremony, setting the stage for upcoming legs

Two technologies developed by IICT Hyderabad promise to reduce dialysis costs by 70 per cent and improve water purification. The innovations aim to make life-saving treatment more affordable and reduce India’s dependence on imported medical devices

Hyderabad police arrested three persons involved in a mobile phone snatching case and recovered 10 stolen phones and a two-wheeler. The gang allegedly targeted victims, especially elderly persons, while one more accused remains absconding.

An unidentified person stole a silver idol of Goddess Adivi Maisamma from a temple in Secunderabad’s IDH Colony. The three-kilogram idol’s theft has shocked devotees, prompting police to register a case and launch an investigation to trace the culprits.

Cyberabad police arrested a man accused of duping multiple women, including a minor, by posing as a wealthy suitor on social media. He allegedly extorted money and gold, with police now probing links to nearly ten victims.

BRS leader T Harish Rao led a delegation to New Delhi to consult senior advocates ahead of the Telangana High Court verdict on the PC Ghose Commission report on Kaleshwaram project. The party may move the Supreme Court if needed.

A man identified as Rehan was allegedly attacked while asleep in Suleman Nagar under Attapur limits. The incident, captured on CCTV, led to an attempt to murder case. Police have launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the suspect.

BRS chief K Chandrashekhar Rao paid tributes to Basaveswara on his birth anniversary, highlighting his teachings on equality and social justice. He urged people to follow these ideals and work towards building an inclusive and equitable society.

A new study finds that taking a break from social media significantly improves mental health, reducing anxiety and depression. Researchers say a temporary “digital reset” can boost emotional well-being, even if users continue spending similar amounts of time on other platforms.