Hyderabad

Shaik Rehaan Roshan struck his fourth consecutive century this season as five batters reached three figures in HCA Under-19 one-day selection matches in Hyderabad. G. Aryan Reddy returned impressive figures of 7/47, while several high-scoring games marked Monday’s action

HMWSSB officials have been directed to prepare alternatives for reduced Singur supplies if rainfall remains scanty. Plans include diverting 40 MGD from Mission Bhagiratha, local water treatment and tighter monitoring of supplies, complaints, performance and revenue collection

Jeedimetla police registered an extortion case against two transgender persons for allegedly demanding money from a salon owner during its opening in Gajularamaram. Police later held a meeting with community members and warned them against extortion and other unlawful activities

Telangana DGP C V Anand directed police to make comprehensive security arrangements for Ganesh festivities from September 14 to 25. Officers will digitally capture pandal details, inspect arrangements, map immersion routes and deploy bomb detection teams and dog squads

Telangana Chief Electoral Officer C Sudharsan Reddy directed BLOs to personally deliver notices to electors and clear pending SIR-2026 cases on time. He also asked officials to involve BLAs in locating addresses and encourage their participation in the claims and objections process.

The Telangana Assembly session began amid high drama as police stopped BRS legislators from entering the House, leading to clashes and allegations of assault. The session was later disrupted by BJP protests, while the government sought action against BRS MLC Tata Madhu.

Jagathgirigutta police arrested three individuals in separate property offence cases on Monday. The accused allegedly cheated a woman, burgled three houses and stole batteries from an EV charging station. Police recovered gold, a mobile phone and four batteries worth Rs 10 lakh.

The Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority earned Rs 71.44 crore through the e-auction of a 4,356-sq-yd land parcel at Saroornagar. The plot attracted a highest bid of Rs 1.64 lakh per sq yd against an upset price of Rs 1.50 lakh.

Gold medal winners at Osmania University were made to wait for several hours on Monday to collect identity and invitation cards needed for Tuesday’s convocation. University officials attributed the delay to a communication gap between committees overseeing the ceremony.

The Telangana State Commission for SCs and STs has summoned DGP CV Anand and sought a detailed report within 48 hours on the alleged assault, intimidation and inappropriate conduct by police against BRS legislators at the Assembly gate.

The Telangana Pollution Control Board held a workshop for 108 students on making eco-friendly clay Ganesh idols. The board is also planning workshops across 19 schools and promoting clay idols and responsible immersion through awareness campaigns across Telangana.

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation is preparing Saroor Nagar Lake for Ganesh idol immersion on September 25. Commissioner T Vinay Krishna Reddy reviewed the arrangements and directed officials to expedite pending works and ensure facilities, coordination and public safety.

BRS MLA Vemula Prashanth Reddy accused the Telangana government of using excessive force against party legislators during an Assembly protest. He alleged police assaulted MLAs and MLCs, restricted black T-shirts and sought to prevent BRS legislators from entering the House

Nalgonda clinched the Asmita Under-16 Football League Championship in Nizamabad after defeating Ranga Reddy 4-0 in the final. Hemasri and Akshara scored two goals each, with Nalgonda dominating the title clash on Monday

The Hyderabad Cricket Association will conduct an umpires' examination in January/February 2027. Eligible candidates include current HCA panel umpires and those with relevant officiating or playing experience. Applicants must reside in Telangana, with registrations closing on December 15

With Ganesh Chaturthi approaching, thousands of transport vehicles are being mobilised across Hyderabad for idol immersion. However, operators say fixed RTA tariffs, rising fuel costs and low payouts from committees are putting heavy financial pressure on the transport industry.

The TG FDC has launched Season 2 of its Young Filmmaker Challenge ahead of Bathukamma. The competition includes sections for short films, Telangana folk songs, welfare scheme videos and articles, with entries open until September 23.

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Despite the growing popularity of DJ systems during Hyderabad’s Ganesh processions, traditional brass bands continue to attract patrons. From the nearly 130-year-old Pentiah Band to newer establishments, generations of musicians are keeping the city’s brass-band tradition alive.

Popular YouTuber and NRI A Rama Nandana was detained at Hyderabad’s RGIA after Andhra Pradesh police issued a lookout circular against her. She and her husband are accused of allegedly collecting money from people by promising jobs and sponsorships in London.

Muslim community leaders have raised concerns over the Telangana State Waqf Board’s functioning, citing the prolonged absence of regular meetings, lack of transparency and difficulty in securing appointments. They also sought greater clarity on Waqf revenues and property administration.

BRS cadres staged protests, dharnas and road blockades across Telangana on Monday following the arrest of party MLAs and MLCs. Demonstrations in Hyderabad and several districts disrupted traffic, triggered clashes with police and resulted in further arrests, as the party vowed to intensify agitation

BRS women legislators demanded an apology from Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy and his resignation as Home Minister over alleged police high-handedness outside the Telangana Assembly, accusing police of manhandling them and questioning women’s safety under the Congress government.

BRS deputy floor leader T Harish Rao called the alleged police action against party legislators at the Telangana Assembly a “black day”, accusing the Congress government of suppressing the Opposition and alleging manhandling of women legislators.