Hyderabad

The protective framework of the Fifth Schedule and Regulation 1 of 1970 must be understood in the context of the historical exploitation, dispossession and displacement of tribal communities

A quarrel between two brothers over sharing funeral expenses escalated into violence at Champapet in Hyderabad, leading to the death of the elder sibling.

A 16-year-old intermediate student, Shravani, was killed when a speeding truck hit the scooter she was riding with her parents near Vandana Hotel under Ghatkesar police limits on Saturday.

Hyderabad police have arrested M Lakshmikanth Reddy for allegedly obtaining multiple Indian passports under different names using forged residence certificates. The case, registered after a complaint from the US Consulate General, revealed passports issued in two names linked to the same individual.

Hitesh Reddy of Hyderabad Polo & Riding Club won the Children-1 dressage category at the second HPRC Equestrian Challenge in Gandipet. Dhruva Potineni won Children-2, while Myra Alapati and Apeksha Matcha topped their respective Hacks categories

Telangana Governor Shiv Pratap Shukla hosted an ‘At Home’ reception at Lok Bhavan, Hyderabad, on Saturday as part of the 80th Independence Day celebrations. Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, senior state leaders, judiciary representatives, and political figures across parties attended the event.

The ISKCON temple at Abids, Hyderabad, launched its four-day golden jubilee celebrations with a Sudarshana Homam on Saturday. A tribute performance dedicated to Srila Prabhupada, along with a drama and sand art presentation, captivated audiences at Exhibition Grounds, Nampally.

British cueists Kelly Fisher and Gareth Potts retained their titles at the $400,000 Apex Sports 3rd Heyball World Championships in Pune. Fisher beat Waratthanun Sukritthanes in a shootout, while Potts defeated Jordan Shepherd 7-4 in the final

The Dr Talimeren Ao Junior Girls’ National Football Championship 2026-27 will be held from September 10 to October 7. Anantapur will host Tier 1, while Tier 2 will take place in Narainpur, with 33 teams participating across both tiers

A wreath‑laying ceremony was conducted at Veerula Sainik Smarak, Secunderabad, as part of Independence Day celebrations. Officers, soldiers, and veterans participated with military precision, culminating in Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy paying tribute to fallen heroes.

An 84-year-old patient in Hyderabad has inspired doctors and nurses at STAR Hospitals by recalling her family’s sacrifice during the 1962 Sino-Indian War. Seetharavamma recounted how she gave up her wedding ring for the National Defence Fund.

NRIs and Indian missions across the Gulf region celebrated India’s 80th Independence Day with flag hoisting ceremonies, patriotic programmes and community events. The celebrations included Suryapath Tiranga, Vande Mataram, Har Ghar Tiranga and Bharat Ko Janiye initiatives

Students and alumni of NLSIU Bengaluru condemned the BCI’s action against outgoing NALSAR students following objections to the CJI attending their convocation. They demanded an unconditional apology and questioned the BCI’s authority to interfere with student enrolment

GRIET celebrated its 26th graduation day, conferring degrees on students and honouring academic achievers with gold medals. Experts highlighted the importance of continuous learning, innovation and emerging technologies like Generative AI and Agentic AI for graduates entering future careers

New-age crime comedy Baa Baa Black Sheep, directed by Guni Manikanti, is set to release on October 9 during the Dussehra season. Shot entirely in Meghalaya, the film has begun musical promotions with the release of Aaja Meri Jaani

Engineering teams of Cyberabad Municipal Corporation carried out pothole, road patch and open manhole repairs at several locations, including Suraram, Gajularamaram, Jeedimetla, Jagathgiri Gutta, NTR Nagar and Khajaguda, to improve road safety and ensure smoother traffic movement

The Malkajgiri Municipal Corporation has identified 171 pothole or damaged-road spots and 24 locations for free-left turns to ease traffic congestion. Officials also identified 188 waterlogging points, with permanent solutions needed at 90 locations.

A Hyderabad-based manufacturing agency has made what it claims is India’s largest national flag, measuring 120x80 and weighing 100 kg. Stitched with polyester cloth from Surat, the flag was hoisted on a 420-ft pole in Karnataka’s Hospet.

BRS working president KT Rama Rao backed Congress MLA Komatireddy Rajgopal Reddy’s allegations of corruption against the Telangana government. He urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to act on the charges and also praised NALSAR students for raising concerns over their dignity

TGSRTC continues to face low occupancy on city bus services during afternoon lean hours, even as peak-hour demand remains high. Commuters and transport experts suggest flexible scheduling, dynamic fares and deploying mini buses to improve efficiency and service utilisation.

Small-time ganja peddlers in Telangana are increasingly shifting locations and carrying smaller quantities to evade law-enforcement agencies. Using social media to contact customers, they reportedly move frequently between meeting points as police intensify their crackdown on drug networks.

NALSAR University of Law students have demanded an apology from BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra over withdrawn letters directing State Bar Councils against enrolling 2026 graduates. They also objected to allegations of groupism, dirty politics and faculty involvement.

The Telangana government has amended rules to enable HMDA to issue and utilise Transferable Development Rights certificates for lands required or surrendered for projects in the CURE and PURE areas and Secunderabad Cantonment area.

South Central Railway will provide temporary stoppage for four trains at Hi-Tech City station from October 9 to 26 to manage the extra passenger rush at Lingampalli and Secunderabad stations during the Dussehra festival season.